I am a firm believer in Everything in Moderation. Getting healthy does not mean that we should give up on the fun things in life. And working out should be enjoyable. So this week, work out strong, get your groove on - and maybe have a glass of wine or two! (Although I will pass on my Get Well cannoli sent to my by my "friend" Kathy!
FOOD/NUTRITION
It's time for a new slim-down mantra: Eat more to weigh less. No joke! The right foods help you drop pounds by revving your calorie burn and curbing cravings. Self Magazine consulted top experts for the best picks and asked leading chefs for easy, tasty ways to prepare them. Add these eats to your plate today and you'll be slimmer and healthier in no time! Check out their article 20 Super Foods for Weight Loss.
Looking for more inspiration from people who don't take themselves too seriously? Check out the 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet website.
HEALTH/FITNESS
In my quest to find fitness and still enjoy an adult beverage now and again, I came accross the CheersBeers Blog. Here they offer us 7 Tips to Get Fit and Drink Beer Too. While I doubt I'll embrace the Beer Mile - it does make for a fun read!
WEEKLY CHALLENGE
Studies have shown that music is both motivational and an effective distraction from fatigue during exercise - thus improving results. This week I challenge you to update your ipods, mp3 players and smart phones! When your done - check out my workout playlist blog and add your own songs!
APPS/BOOKS
Don't have time to update your playlist? Get the Pandora App, where you can create your own workout radio station!
Check out this BeerGut Fitness App - it will help you balance your beer calories with your workout calories!!! Might be fun!
ADVICE
I asked Scott Middleton, from the Coloseum Gym in Ellicott City to help us fight that belly fat (a.k.a. love handles or beer gut!) Here's what he says:
Did you know that losing belly fat can substantially reduce back pain? My formula for losing belly fat is:
- Reduce alcohol intake if you drink. (notice he didn't say eliminate!!)
- Reduce carbohydrate intake. Try 100 grams max per day of primarily fruits and vegetables.
- 20-30 minutes of cardio daily.
- Small abdominal crunches to slowly raise your shoulders off the ground.
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