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How to Stop Stress Eating (Without Guilt or Willpower Battles)
Let’s talk about stress eating.
The good news: it’s not a sign of weakness.
The bad news: it’s hard-wired into your biology.
The better news: you can retrain your body’s stress response to get back in control.
Why Stress Eating Happens
When you’re under stress, your body releases cortisol, your main stress hormone.
That triggers a few key things:
Increases ghrelin (“I’m hungry”)
Lowers leptin (“I’m full”)
Makes your brain crave quick dopamine hits (like comfort foods)
No wonder willpower doesn’t work!
How to Spot a Stress Craving
You’re craving specific foods (chips, ice cream), not just “food”
You’re mentally drained or tense
You’re not actually hungry, just overloaded
How to Break the Cycle
1️⃣ Do a 10-second check-in.
Ask: “Am I hungry, or am I stressed/tired?”
That tiny pause creates awareness.
2️⃣ Change the channel.
Try a walk, a shower, or tackle a small productive task.
Physical or mental movement can reset your system fast.
3️⃣ If you still want the food, enjoy it.
Eat a small portion with protein or fiber. Be mindful, not mindless.
When you start to recognize stress cravings, you can respond intentionally instead of reacting automatically and that’s real control.
If you’re ready to take charge of your habits and hormones for good, New Horizon Fitness Center offers 1:1 coaching designed for men and women 35+ who want sustainable energy and consistency.
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How do I Check in?
To check in, use either your physical key tag or your virtual key tag in our app.
Physical key tag:
Hold your key tag about 5 inches below the black box located to the right of the door.
Virtual key tag:
Open our app
Tap the QR code button in the bottom right corner of the home screen
Hold your phone about 5 inches below the black box to the right of the door
Once scanned, the door should unlock automatically.
Why won't the door let me in?
The most common reason the door won’t unlock is a failed or past-due payment.
What to do first:
Open the app and check for a failed payment notification
Submit the payment directly through the app
OR
Stop by during staffed hours and we’ll help you in person
Still not working or believe you’re in good standing?
You can call our door company’s 24-hour Member ACS Support line directly from the door:
📞 1-844-738-3247
When prompted, provide your club number:
Swansea: 31800
West Columbia: 31801
They can assist you immediately with access issues.
How do I update my billing information?
You can update your billing information through the app or the Member Portal.
Option 1: Through the app
Open the app
Tap your profile image in the top left corner
Select Payment Methods
Update your payment information and save
Option 2: Through the Member Portal
Click the “Member Portal Login” button above
Log in or follow the prompts to create your account
📄 When creating your account, you’ll need your agreement number, which is included in the agreement email sent to you when you signed up.
If you need help locating your agreement or updating your billing, stop by during staffed hours and we’ll be happy to help.
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