In her 20s, Anna Victoria ate fast food three times a day. "I grew up eating junk food," she says. "With a single father, I was left to cook for myself. I'd reach for whatever was microwaveable or pre-packaged, and as soon as I could drive, I'd head to the drive-thru." That fast food habit turned dangerous when she landed in the hospital. She couldn't even walk—the doctors blamed years of poor eating.

Fast forward five years later and Victoria is now a certified fitspo-queen with 1.3 million followers on Instagram, where she is far from chronicling her latest meal of a burger and fries. The now personal trainer serves as an inspiration with pics of her beach-ready bod and healthy meals like smoothie bowls. We talked to Victoria—who admits she's still that girl who loves junk food—about how she keeps her splurges at bay.

1) Lots of bright fruits and veggies.

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Anna Victoria admits to splurging pretty regularly — 20% of the time, to be exact. She enjoys a cheat meal every week, and while living in Italy, it most certainly involved pasta and wine.

"Every cheat meal in Italy was pasta caccio e peppe (pasta with cheese and peppers)," Victoria laughs. "In the U.S., it's usually Mexican food."

But when she's back to the grind, it's back to basics. Think lots of healthy fruits, veggies, lean meats, and natural food 80% of the time, and splurge-y faves like pizza and ice cream for the other 20%. How does she stay on track? Big, bright bowls of fruit help keep her feeling full, happy, and balanced. As for that 80% part, Victoria says, it's not a hard number. "It's more of a general guideline, really. A reminder to make fueling your body a priority. I think the 20% is just as important as the 80%. The 20% takes care of you emotionally. I think food should be fun … you should be able to enjoy a meal out without feeling guilty about it."

2) All the eggs.

Without fail, every breakfast starts with eggs. "I'm a creature of habit!," Victoria explains. "Some people need variation, but I am totally okay eating the same thing every day. I usually make an omelet, and lately my obsession has been turkey bacon. It's really lean, and it's a great source of protein." For some carb-y fuel, she pairs it with a bit of oatmeal, topped with coconut milk, goji berries, and cinnamon for sweetness.

3) Party foods.

One of the toughest parts of dieting is staying strong in the face of temptation, and game-day foods and party snacks are the worst offenders. Rather than skip out altogether, Anna Victoria munches with moderation on light, fresh foods like meats, cheeses, and crudite. "Instead of crackers, I really like dehydrated fruit," Victoria explains. It gives her the crunch she wants without going crazy on chips or crackers.

4) Smart Travel Snacks.

"When you're traveling, It's so easy to forget to eat -- which is a huge no-no if you're working out a lot," Victoria explains. And judging by her bod, it's pretty safe to guess that Victoria is always working out a lot — even if she's on the road. To make sure she's getting the fuel she needs when she's away, Victoria recommends keeping smart snacks in a purse or backpack when you're on the go.

"Whenever I land, I try to find a nearby grocery store or farmers' market and stock up on fruit and Greek yogurt, protein bars, nuts — little snacks like that."

5) The right post-workout snacks.

"Eating before your work-out is so important if you're doing strength training," Victoria explains. "You need a protein and carb source, so I'll normally have a protein bar." But Victoria maintains that for cardio, it's all about the refuel. In fact, skipping it could even stall your results.

"For a post-workout snack, I'll have a protein shake because. It's liquid, and to begin the repair/recovery process, you really need something that's quick absorbing and digesting."Victoria recommends a scoop of vanilla protein powder, a couple handfuls of ice, about 30 ML of coconut milk, a cup of frozen blueberries, and cinnamon.

6) Macro-Balanced Meals.

Victoria might have a fitspo-worthy physique, but she's just as susceptible to caving as anyone else. To help her make her 80% choices when she's eating out, she Victoria stays strong and keeps a complex plate full of well-balanced foods. Think lots of lean protein, veggies, and sauces and dressings on the side. "The hard part is choosing it," she admits. "I try to balance my meal between the macros: protein, carbs, and fats. When deciding what to eat, I always look at what each is really giving me, just to make sure my foods are balanced."

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