Tuesday, September 28, 2010
The Choice is Yours...
"When things get tough, you can either choose to find a reason to give up, or choose to find a reason to keep going. Both are easy choices, but only one will change your life..."
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Processed Foods - 1. Taste Buds - 0.
The effect processed foods are having on our taste buds is shocking! All the added surgar, sodium and fat is ruining our little taste buddies...
Thanks PlanetGreen.com for THIS GREAT ARTICLE on how Processed Foods affect our taste buds.
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Thanks PlanetGreen.com for THIS GREAT ARTICLE on how Processed Foods affect our taste buds.
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Vitamins
I found this great Vitamin Wheel for those of you who want a fun, interactive way to learn about vitamins, how they help us, and where we can find them! Click your heart out...
Organic Love
You have to check out THIS article from Pure Mod Life...one of my favorite blogs all about the organic! As summer ends and fall begins, tomatoes are turning their shades from green to glorious red...I can't wait to chow down on the huge tomatoes that are in my family's gardens!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Brain Power and Exercise...
I have been intrigued lately by the connection between the Brain and Exercise. Studies are showing that after someone exercises, their brain functions at an extremely high level...new connections are made, memory is increased, etc etc...
There is a book called, "Spark" that I started to read that tells of a school on the east coast that rates among the top in the world in numerous studies...how you might ask? The kids have a highly active PE class in the morning then go to their hardest subjects...I'll let you know how the book ends when I finish it.
There is a book called, "Spark" that I started to read that tells of a school on the east coast that rates among the top in the world in numerous studies...how you might ask? The kids have a highly active PE class in the morning then go to their hardest subjects...I'll let you know how the book ends when I finish it.
Until then, check out this article by SparkPeople.com that talks all about your Brain and Exercise!
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Fun with Friends
Get out and Play with your friends!
Partner training is a great way to have fun while you exercise!
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Square, Circle, Triangle, Squiggle and everything in between...
If you have ever wondered why you are the way you are, the following personality test may help put words to some of the things you are feeling!
It's a fun little questionaire that will give you a description of your personality type based on psychogeometrics...or shapes...
Friday, August 20, 2010
Fox 12 Fitness
We recorded more shows yesterday for Fox 12 Fitness which airs September 13th! The show will run Monday thru Friday from 5:30-6:00am...for those of you who aren't morning people, record it! You wont want to miss all the information and ideas that come from this great show!
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Myth Buster
Myth: Going on a diet is the best way to lose weight.
Short term, you will more than likely lose weight. But if you have the intention to make changes temporarily and then go back to what you were doing, you will probably gain the weight back plus more! It’s kind of like paying off all your credit card debt only to run it up again because you haven’t changed your spending habits.
You didn’t gain weight by having ‘good habits’ so don’t go back to the way things used to be. Long term weight loss requires a lifestyle change. Find a satisfying eating plan and activity plan that will help you be successful for the rest of your life, not just for a quick fix. The most successful people include an appropriate amount of calories for their goals and at least an hour of moderate activity 5 days per week.
If we sleep 7-8 hours per night, we sit in our car to go to work, then we sit at our desk for 8-9 hours, we sit to eat lunch, then we sit in our car again, and we sit at dinner, there is no excuse to be active for at least an hour during your day! A main component is to move more than you consume.
Myth: You should drink 8 glasses of water per day.
Our bodies are made up of over 70% water, so there’s no doubt that it’s important. But water is not the only source we get our necessary water intake from. Research is now showing that we get adequate water from milk, juice, fruits, vegetables, even coffee and tea! Your water intake varies from person to person, but a good rule of thumb is to drink half of your body weight in ounces.
You can never go wrong by drinking water over the other choices because water contains no calories and it helps with hunger. Most people mistake their thirst craving for a food craving so before you reach for a snack, try drinking a big glass of water. If you want to spice up the flavor, add a lemon, orange, or even cucumber to your water!
Myth: Eating salads makes you lose weight.
Fact: The theory adopted behind this fact is that, you can eat a food with low energy density, such as lettuce, and consume large amounts for only a little bit of calories. Low density foods are high in fiber, lower in fat, and contain more water weight, so you are able to eat more of these foods, feel fuller longer, and not consume as many calories.
This belief is true to some extent as leafy greens have a small amount of calories. A tablespoon of butter has the same number of calories as 10 cups of leaf lettuce. However, generally they are not eaten alone and most salad dressings are high in fat. Other low density foods include most fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains, beans, lentils, white-meat poultry and fat free dairy products.
Myth: Extra protein makes you strong.
Fact: A diet that includes animal and vegetable protein supplies all the body needs to replenish its stores if you live an active lifestyle. The body has great reserves and is very adaptive to the things we do. You do not need to starve yourself to lose weight. When we are active, our body uses its own fat and carbohydrate for fuel and protein to help rebuild muscle. There is no superdiet for super performance. Besides, high protein diet often lack key nutrients found in carbohydrate foods. You need every kind of food. Balance is the key!
Myth: Carbohydrates (or sugars) cause weight gain and are bad for you.
Fact: Carbohydrates do not cause weight gain unless they contribute to a higher calorie intake than what you need for your goals. The same holds true for protein and fat. Findings from the National Weight Control Registry show that people who successfully maintain weight loss tend to watch their calorie intake and eat diets that are higher in carbohydrates and lower in fat. However, some people who eat a diet that is extremely high in carbohydrates and low in protein and fat get hungry sooner, which may trigger overeating. Carbs take 1-2 hours to move through your stomach and be absorbed, while protein takes 2-3 hours & fats take 3-4 hours. Eating a healthy balance of all three things is highly recommended
Short term, you will more than likely lose weight. But if you have the intention to make changes temporarily and then go back to what you were doing, you will probably gain the weight back plus more! It’s kind of like paying off all your credit card debt only to run it up again because you haven’t changed your spending habits.
You didn’t gain weight by having ‘good habits’ so don’t go back to the way things used to be. Long term weight loss requires a lifestyle change. Find a satisfying eating plan and activity plan that will help you be successful for the rest of your life, not just for a quick fix. The most successful people include an appropriate amount of calories for their goals and at least an hour of moderate activity 5 days per week.
If we sleep 7-8 hours per night, we sit in our car to go to work, then we sit at our desk for 8-9 hours, we sit to eat lunch, then we sit in our car again, and we sit at dinner, there is no excuse to be active for at least an hour during your day! A main component is to move more than you consume.
Myth: You should drink 8 glasses of water per day.
Our bodies are made up of over 70% water, so there’s no doubt that it’s important. But water is not the only source we get our necessary water intake from. Research is now showing that we get adequate water from milk, juice, fruits, vegetables, even coffee and tea! Your water intake varies from person to person, but a good rule of thumb is to drink half of your body weight in ounces.
You can never go wrong by drinking water over the other choices because water contains no calories and it helps with hunger. Most people mistake their thirst craving for a food craving so before you reach for a snack, try drinking a big glass of water. If you want to spice up the flavor, add a lemon, orange, or even cucumber to your water!
Myth: Eating salads makes you lose weight.
Fact: The theory adopted behind this fact is that, you can eat a food with low energy density, such as lettuce, and consume large amounts for only a little bit of calories. Low density foods are high in fiber, lower in fat, and contain more water weight, so you are able to eat more of these foods, feel fuller longer, and not consume as many calories.
This belief is true to some extent as leafy greens have a small amount of calories. A tablespoon of butter has the same number of calories as 10 cups of leaf lettuce. However, generally they are not eaten alone and most salad dressings are high in fat. Other low density foods include most fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains, beans, lentils, white-meat poultry and fat free dairy products.
Myth: Extra protein makes you strong.
Fact: A diet that includes animal and vegetable protein supplies all the body needs to replenish its stores if you live an active lifestyle. The body has great reserves and is very adaptive to the things we do. You do not need to starve yourself to lose weight. When we are active, our body uses its own fat and carbohydrate for fuel and protein to help rebuild muscle. There is no superdiet for super performance. Besides, high protein diet often lack key nutrients found in carbohydrate foods. You need every kind of food. Balance is the key!
Myth: Carbohydrates (or sugars) cause weight gain and are bad for you.
Fact: Carbohydrates do not cause weight gain unless they contribute to a higher calorie intake than what you need for your goals. The same holds true for protein and fat. Findings from the National Weight Control Registry show that people who successfully maintain weight loss tend to watch their calorie intake and eat diets that are higher in carbohydrates and lower in fat. However, some people who eat a diet that is extremely high in carbohydrates and low in protein and fat get hungry sooner, which may trigger overeating. Carbs take 1-2 hours to move through your stomach and be absorbed, while protein takes 2-3 hours & fats take 3-4 hours. Eating a healthy balance of all three things is highly recommended
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