Degrees Of Change
True change happens in degrees, not in one fell swoop. This is a relief when you realize that you have miles to go on your goals. There is no need to attempt all of the change at once – simply nudge yourself in the right direction each and every day and maintain the small changes as you go. Did you eat a big bowl of spaghetti noodles with your favorite sauce for dinner last night? Tonight eat a smaller bowl. Next week eat zucchini...
Fit Life Snacking Secret: Pay Attention
Do you ever find yourself snacking away without paying attention to how much you’re eating? Maybe you’re focused on a movie or the ball game. This is a sure-fire way to gain weight. When your goal is to live the Fit Life it is important to practice the art of eating mindfully. This means that when you eat you should stay tuned in to your level of satiety so that at the first sign of fullness you will stop.
Don’t Forget Energy
On top of all the perks to early morning exercise, one of the biggest is that it jump starts your energy. Exercise early and you can enjoy a rise in your metabolism, energy, and fat burning that will last until your lunch hour and beyond!
Reinvent Yourself
Recent advances in neuroimaging techniques have discredited the old saying, You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Scientists have discovered that the brain actually has dynamic properties throughout life. This means that your brain is always evolving. Through practice, you are able to change your habits and change yourself. So go on, reinvent yourself!
4 Worst Breakfast Items
Don’t get caught eating one of these 4 things for breakfast: 1. Breakfast pastry: muffins, doughnuts, bear claws and croissants sure taste good with coffee, but all those refined carbs are going to cause unwanted weight gain. 2. Granola Bars: watch out for the breakfast bars that claim to give you fiber, vitamins and minerals. Check the number of carbs and sugars on the back of the label – most contain the same sugar as a pastry. 3....
Tips to Avoid Overeating at Your Holiday Party
Use these 4 quick tips to avoid overeating at your holiday party: A plate of appetizers is considered a meal. Don’t load up on appetizers and then sit down to a full meal. Survey all of your food options before beginning to eat. Choose a few of your favorites and then fill the rest of your plate with greens. Liquid calories count. Stick with only one calorie-filled drink and then switch to water. Eat a sensible meal before you arrive...
Preventing Weight Gain this Holiday Season
The holiday season is filled with special foods. From decorated cookies to creamed onions and mashed potatoes, it’s one food event after another. For most of us the holiday season becomes more about food than anything else…and you wonder why you gain weight. This year shift your focus from food to the things that really matter most to you. The season will mean more to you and you’ll look and feel your best. To Read more ojn this...
Why Eating Breakfast Helps You Lose Weight
Breakfast is the most influential meal of the day. If you start your day with sugary pastries or a greasy breakfast sandwich, the rest of your food choices will follow suit. However, when you start your morning with a wholesome and nutritious meal you’ll be more likely to continue with good choices throughout the day. Try the Spinach & Egg White Wrap recipe as a nutritious start to your day.
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