northernmama705

I am not a huge fan of the texture of oatmeal. However, I LOVE President's Choice Steel Cut Oatmeal. It is much chewier and has more of a brown rice texture to it. I make a batch and re-heat in the microwave for a few days. It takes longer to cook than traditional oatmeal but it does reheat really well. I mix in some…

Here is the recipe I use. It was featured on Oprah. THe green apples give it a nice tangy taste! http://www.oprah.com/recipe/food/recipessandwiches/20080516_tows_turkeyburger

Personally, I find it way easier to stick to a healthy routine on school days. I pack my thermal lunch kit and only eat what I bring. That little recess bell reminds me to eat at regular intervals. The only pitfall is SNACK FRIDAYS when staff sign up for different Fridays and bring in food.... avoid the staff room on…

I make a great and EASY dip with hummus. -spread hummus in a layer on a plate or platter -top with chopped up (peeled) english cucumber and diced tomatoes -crumble light feta on top. You can eat this with baked pita chips, or use it as a dip for celery etc. I like to bring this dip to parties as an app - it is healthy and…

My favourite is: 1 whole wheat/flax wrap 5 oz chicken breast diced red onion 1 tbsp diced mango 1 - 2 tbsp avacado fresh ground pepper fat free mayo (just a brushing) baby spinach YUM TIP - I cook 6-8 chicken breasts at a time, with nothing on them. I then use an electric knife to slice them and then I measure them into…

I have a similar recipe for fruit salsa and just finished making the chips to go with it!! Here is how I make mine -Cut whole wheat and flax tortillas into triangles (I use a pizza cutter to do this quickly) -Arrange on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper -After they are cut into triangles spray with butter flavor…

Congrats!!! I hope you have a wonderful anniversary!

So my goal is to fit in my 5-6 workouts this week DESPITE being in the middle of a move. We take possession of our new digs on Thurs. but I managed to get to the gym this a.m! The goals for the remainder of the week: I have an appointment with my trainer Tues. and Wed. I will work out at 6:30 a.m. on Thursday prior to the…

Also if you get a Polar, I have the F4 and really do wish I had the F6 as the F4 is known to pick up other people's HR because it doesn't have it's own coded transmitter. For instance, as I jumped on the elliptical at 6:30 this a.m I noticed my HRM said my HR was 148!!!!!!!! I had not even started yet so how could that…

Sunday confession..... Well, I met most of my goals for yesterday. As you may remember we had my BIL's memorial golf tourney..5th annual to honour him (he died from cancer at 39) I did walk MOST of the 18 holes which was a good hilly walk/workout I did stick to lite beer....but drank more than I should have:devil: I did…

Chips, dips, chains, whips......:devil: Ok, not the chains and whips..... but salt and vinegar chips and dill pickle dip rock!!! Lay's Ketchup chips are also my favourite!!! My US cousins always ask me to bring them from Canada when we visit

How do you like the Power Sculpt?

Me? So far so good!! Yesterday: Worked out with my new trainer for 1 hour Stayed within calories Needed to drink more water though!! Today: Is my "rest day" but I did do the 30 day SHRED - first time and I really liked it. Was a good workout and burned 185 cals in 20 minutes - which is a bonus! Drinking more water today…

Ok now that I got that inappropriate joke off my chest...sorry Banks :flowerforyou: another great way to do Halibut is from the Looneyspoons or Crazy Plates cook book..sorry I am in packing mode so don't have it with me. It is called "Just for the Halibut" and basically you saute green onion, zucchini and cherry tomatoes…

What man doesn't love a good rub on his "white fish":laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

I agree.... my girlfriend and I joke about SPANX and think of those mastercard commercials. Wouldn't this one be a GREAT one to make??? ---in best Mastercard man voice---- Dress - $120.00 SHoes - $75.00 SPANX -$55.00 Your *kitten* looking a size smaller for that special occasion??? PRICELESS:laugh:

I hear ya!!! I was thinking the same thing.:laugh: :laugh: BUT of course joined anyway. Hey there are worse addictions out there eh?

Another good idea is to do a fridge and cupboard clean. Dr. Phil refers to it as "creating a no-fail environment." You can't eat it if it is not in the house. LOL I did this and it does really help. If we have company and have chips and salsa etc. I throw out the leftovers right away. I know that if they are in the…

Hi Skermit, I can relate. I did this often prior to "the change" and now I would never skip breakfast again. Here are some ideas for those RUSHED mornings. I know how you feel because I also work full-time with two kids and a husband that travels sometimes up to 3 weeks of the month. I have to get two kids to the sitter…

week one day 2 One word - OUCH I played squash on Tuesday for the first time in years and had a session with my trainer today. I BARELY made it through my push ups tonight.......but they are done!!

Sure!! Looking at your profile and goals, we are similar. I had 26 to lose and am at my half way point. You will love this site!! Here are my goals Cardio X5 (am already doing this faithfully but have had no weight loss for 4-5 weeks) so I am going to try to mix it up. I have added squash and think I will try swimming too…

Way to go!!!!!! You must feel amazing!! Enjoy, you deserve it!!:drinker:

Sorry I should have added that you click on "product tutorials and Demos" on the 3/4 of the way down the left hand side

I have the F4 in ice blue and would describe it more as a mid grey colour. I like it and it is a colour you could wear everyday. I think the F6 does a few more things and comes highly recommended. One big difference is the F4 might pick up other people's readings and the F6 comes with a special transmitter that doesn't run…

Hey there, Great news!! If you have already run 2.5 miles without difficulty, that is 4 km!! All you have to do is run a little over 3 miles to get to your 5K goal!!

Week One -Day one accomplished this am! I was glad for those 90 second breaks inbetween!!

Sounds like you did an amazing job making good choices in a unique environment. Good job, camping sometimes brings out the worst in me. If you did gain a bit, I am sure it will come right back off. Keep up the great work!!

Here is a great website for the technologically challenged....like me. I am a visual learner,so reading the manual was boring and confusing. I simply clicked on the model I have (F4) and it literally walked you through every set for set-up. My four year old could have set it up for me with this tutorial.…

Well, I am the proud owner of an F4! Our ONE fitness store in town didn't have anymore of the F6, and I was too impatient to wait for it to come in. I have heard many of you speak highly of the F4 as well so I figured I would go for it. I am excited to start using it. Between this and my six sessions with a personal…

Thanks MSARRO!! That is a good way to look at it. Hopefully I will see an improvement in 6 weeks. I will give it my best shot!! :ohwell: