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Weekly Weigh-in June 8-14
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 174.6lbs current: 173.2 lbs goal: 140-145 I was beginning to think I would never drop this off phew! Now school is out and the BBQ's begins .... it definitely more water for me. Happy Fathers Day to all the Dads Have a great week and seeing less of you.
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Weekly Weigh-in June 1 - 7
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 174.6lbs current: 174.6lbs goal: 140-145 I know maintain a daily exercise regime, and 172 oz of water. I am just not able to drop the weight for the last 3 weeks. I need to change my exercise routine.. Here's to seeing less of you this week :wink:
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Weekly Weigh-in May 25 - 31
Wishing you all a great week
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Tip of the Day (MIXING ALCOHOL WITH EXERCISE) - 05/29/14
*** Today's Tip: MIXING ALCOHOL WITH EXERCISE Do you enjoy cooling down with a cold beer after a hard workout or long run? This is probably not the best choice for rehydrating and cooling down. Alcohol actually dilates the skin's blood vessels, which promotes heat loss. It also is a diuretic, which means that it can speed…
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Tip of the Day GRADUATE FROM WALKING TO RUNNING - 5/28/14
*** Today's Tip: HOW TO GRADUATE FROM WALKING TO RUNNING Are you bored with walking? Do you feel that you are ready to add a bit more intensity to your routine? Try gradually adding running to your workout. For example, walk four or five minutes, and then run for one minute. Repeat the pattern several times. Once you feel…
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Tip of the Day (WALK THE COURSE!) - 05/27/14
*** Today's Tip: WALK THE COURSE! Love playing golf? Ditching the cart and walking the course means you could walk five miles or more! Exercise doesn't have to be vigorous to provide benefits. Walking a golf course can be a great part of any exercise program. Ease into it by walking every other hole or even walking up the…
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Tip of the Day (COOK IT: SPICY TILAPIA) - 05/22/14
*** Today's Tip: COOK IT: SPICY TILAPIA For a healthy and tasty meal, try seasoning tilapia fillets with cumin and pepper. Combine diced tomatoes with green chilies, sliced green olives, fresh cilantro, and about 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Spoon this mixture over the tilapia. Bake until flaky and opaque in the center—about…
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Weekly Weigh-in May 18 - 24
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 176.4lbs current: 174.6lbs goal: 140-145 Last week was a Double Celebration Saturday was my daughter's Graduation and we also celebrated my birthday. If your celebrating a graduation Congratulations! No more dining out for me I am back on the water and gym routine. Hope to see less of you next week :)
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Weekly Weigh-in May 11 - 17
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 176.4lbs current: 174.6lbs goal: 140-145 HAPPY MOTHERS DAY My plan is to increase my workout to 9x per week and maintain 88 oz' of water :flowerforyou: To all the MFP Mother's HAPPY MOTHERS DAY :flowerforyou: Here's to seeing less of you next week :smile:
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Tip of the Day (REAP THE REWARDS OF 10,000 STEPS) - 05/11/14
*** Today's Tip: REAP THE REWARDS OF 10,000 STEPS Consider wearing a pedometer! Numerous studies have shown that pedometer users not only increase their activity level, they also enjoy the benefit of weight loss and lower blood pressure. This small, inexpensive device measures the number of steps or the distance you walk…
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Tip of the Day (EASY VEGETABLE PREP) - 05/10/14
** Today's Tip: EASY VEGETABLE PREP For a healthy and quick way to cook vegetables, try the microwave. Place chopped or cut vegetables into a microwave-safe container. Add about 1 tablespoon of water, chicken broth or vegetable broth. Cover and microwave on high for two to three minutes or until tender. This method of…
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Tip of the Day IDEAS 4 BOOSTING FRUITS & VEG - 5/9/14
*** Today's Tip: IDEAS FOR BOOSTING FRUITS & VEGGIES Looking for a way to boost your fruit and vegetable intake? Remember that all forms count—fresh, frozen, canned, dried and 100 percent juice. Frozen and canned fruits and vegetables can be healthful substitutes for fresh produce. They are convenient and you can find a…
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Tip of the Day (DON'T CHOKE!) - 05/08/14
*** Today's Tip: DON'T CHOKE! In adults, failure to chew food properly is the most frequent cause of choking. Talking or laughing while eating may also cause choking when food goes "down the wrong pipe." Certain illnesses, such as Parkinson's disease, can make choking more likely; so can over use of alcohol or taking…
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Todays Tip EXERCISE SMARTER WITH A HEART-RATE MONITOR 5/7/14
*** Today's Tip: EXERCISE SMARTER WITH A HEART-RATE MONITOR Heart rate monitors help manage the intensity of your workout. Monitoring your intensity can help you with your fitness and/or weight loss goals. Consult a fitness professional to help determine your target heart rate zone. Then you can set the monitor to beep…
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Weekly Weigh-in May 4 - 10
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 176.4lbs current: 176.4lbs goal: 140-145 Summer is just around the corner, are you ready. My plan is to increase my workout to 9x per week and maintain 88 oz' of water Have a great week. Here's to seeing less of you. :)
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Tip of the Day (REDUCE YOUR RISK FOR STROKE) - 05/06/14
*** Today's Tip: REDUCE YOUR RISK FOR STROKE Stroke is the third-leading cause of death in the United States. Some stroke risk factors are things that cannot be changed like family history, age and gender. But others result from a person's lifestyle. According to the American Stroke Association, the following lifestyle…
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Tip of the Day (FADING RESULTS OF FAD DIETS) - 05/05/14
*** Today's Tip: FADING RESULTS OF FAD DIETS Most health experts agree that people who lose weight with fad diets are rarely able to keep it off. You may also put yourself at risk for not getting enough nutrients. To help achieve healthy weight loss, eat a variety of nutrient-dense foods in proper portions and participate…
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Tip of the Day BIG BENEFITS FROM A LITTLE WEIGHT LOSS 5/4/14
*** Today's Tip: BIG BENEFITS FROM A LITTLE WEIGHT LOSS There is little doubt that losing weight through healthy eating and exercise can improve your health. But, did you know that losing as little as 3-5 percent of your current body weight can make a difference? You may want or need to lose more weight, but this initial…
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Weekly Weigh-In April 27 - May 3rd
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 178.8lbs current: 176.4lbs goal: 140-145 Spring is here. This week I plan on working out every day this week and maintaining my water intake. Wishing you all a healthy week :)
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Today's Tip of the Day April 29th
*** Today's Tip: EAT BREAKFAST, PREVENT OVEREATING Starting your day with breakfast can prevent overeating later in the day. Is time a challenge? Consider the following quick and healthy choices: whole-grain cereal with skim or low-fat milk; whole-wheat toast lightly spread with peanut butter; low-fat yogurt and fresh…
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Today's Tip of the Day April 28h
Welcome to the Tip of the Day! *** Today's Tip: MAKE A HEALTHY SPREAD For a low-fat, low-calorie, and relatively low-sodium spread, mix a small amount of horseradish with mustard. It provides quite a kick, so a little goes a long way! Consider using it as a condiment on sandwiches in place of mayonnaise.
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Today's Tip of the Day April 25th
*** Today's Tip: BENEFITS OF TAI CHI Tai chi is a mind-body practice that is sometimes referred to as "moving meditation." During tai chi, you move your body slowly and gently with awareness and deep breathing. Benefits of tai chi, may include improved physical condition, muscle strength, coordination and flexibility;…
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Weekly Weigh-In April 20 - 26
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 178.8lbs current: 173.4lbs goal: 140-145 Wishing you all a VERY HAPPY EASTER. Here's to a healthy week to you all. Goal for this week: 2 pounds! and doing abs exercise 4 times and increase my water. Here to seeing less of you this week. Good Luck
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Today's Tip of the Day April 19th
*** Today's Tip: CHOOSING AN EATING PLAN High protein and low carb or low fat and high carb.... what is the best way to lose weight? A recent study looked at whether weight loss differs by the composition of the diet. The study demonstrated that reduced-calorie diets result in weight loss regardless of which macronutrients…
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Weekly Weigh-In April 13 - 19
Age: 54 SW 189lbs LW: 178.8lbs current: 173.4lbs goal: 140-145 Here's to a healthy week to you all. Goal for this week: 2 pounds! and doing abs exercise 4 times and increase my water. Here to seeing less of you this week. Good Luck
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Today's Tip of the Day April 17th
*** Today's Tip: WHAT ARE CHIA SEEDS? When you hear the word chia perhaps the first thing that comes to mind are those popular little clay figurines with grass-like fur? Chia seeds actually come from the same flowering plant as the Chia Pet, but these little seeds have recently gained attention for being a nutritional…
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Today's Tip of the Day April 16th
*** Today's Tip: CRAVING CHOCOLATE? Eating sugary candy when you want chocolate can leave you feeling unsatisfied. It can also lead to excess calorie intake. If you crave chocolate, consider buying and eating your favorites in small amounts. Chocolate doesn't contain fewer calories than other sweets, but dark chocolate may…
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Today's Tip of the Day April 15th
*** Today's Tip: QUIT SMOKING AND MAINTAIN YOUR WEIGHT Many people worry about gaining weight when they stop smoking. While some people do gain a few pounds when they quit smoking, this weight gain is minimized by increasing physical activity. Don't let weight gain be a reason to avoid quitting. Even if you do temporarily…
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Today's Tip of the Day April 14th
** Today's Tip: NEW NUTRITION FACTS LABEL The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced it has plans to update the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods. The new label will reflect the latest science, which will include information about the link between diet and chronic diseases, such as obesity and…
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Today's Tip of the Day April 13th
*** Today's Tip: TRY THIS FAST, HEALTHY BREAKFAST Need a quick, healthy breakfast? Try instant oatmeal. It's low in total and saturated fat, high in fiber and packed with vitamins, including vitamin A, thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B-6, folate and iron. Add a glass of skim milk and a piece of fruit, and you've got a…
