Thursday June 4
Ahanksa Wrote:
FOOD: Today's tip is really for anyone who has a child in their lives...be it your kid, grandkid, neighbor's kid, colleagues kid, etc...share this news. In a study of over 14,000 children ages 2 to 18 they found that consumption of oatmeal by children was associated with better nutrient intake, diet quality, and reduced risk for central adiposity (fat around the gut/stomach area) and obesity. Yes folks...eating oatmeal is good for kids overall!!! Mind you it is great for adults also! EXERCISE: My abs are sore today...they are not used to performing every day!! But it is a good feeling!! So, you get ready in the morning and you find yourself lacking in motivation to work out. Here are two quick tips to help you break that boredom cycle...First challenge yourself by using a cardio machine you've never tried before (like the rowing machine or the versaclimber). Second, try to do a rotation. Once a week, use every cardio machine in the gym for a little cardio medley. You'll get a great workout and may find it fun! INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: You want me to do something... tell me I can't do it. - Maya Angelou **Have a terrific Thursday!**

Wednesday June 10
Ahanksa Wrote:
FOOD: Emotional eating is a tricky subject. Many of us suffer from this peculiar issue. What is it? How can you tell if your emotionally eating? Well, if you find yourself eating when you are not physically hungry or it is hard to find food that satisfies you or your cravings are triggered by an emotion such as anger, anxiety, or boredom etc then you are likely emotionally eating. This type of comfort eating has a mindless component to it. So, if you are prone to emotionally eating, here are a couple of strategies to try...First tame your stress or check in to your emotional state that is driving this behavior. Then try a hunger reality check and see if you could be thirsty or really hungry. Also, use your food diary to see what and when you are eating and whether this corresponds to an emotional or bored episode. People who have a support network tend to emotionally eat less...call or lean on a friend or family member when you are feeling this way. Distract yourself and fight boredom. Try not to deprive yourself. When you're trying to achieve a weight-loss goal, you may limit your calories too much, eat the same foods frequently and banish the treats you enjoy. This may just serve to increase your food cravings, especially in response to emotions. Let yourself enjoy an occasional treat and get plenty of variety to help curb cravings. And finally snack healthy by keeping healthy food around and learn from your setbacks. EXERCISE: More and more evidence everyday shows sitting is not good for you. If you find yourself sitting for prolonged periods generally you should aim to move for 2 minutes every hour...not much..but every second helps. Try tapping your toes on the wastepaper basket (like soccer/football players tapping the ball). Jog in place or run up/down a few stairs...any movement helps! Look at your day and see where you can add a few more minutes of exercise....perhaps even a couple of burpees?!? INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, or worn. It is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace & gratitude. – Denis Waitley **Have a fantastic Wednesday!!**