Don't forget to exercise

Don't forget to exercise
Just 30 minutes makes all of the difference!

Sunday, September 7, 2008

Exercising

This week we will not be having our meeting due to Enrichment Night.

Last week we talked about the nutrition side of getting healthier and losing weight, this week we are focusing on the second part- EXERCISE.


The following information is our "mini lesson" for this week. It is an article from the American Heart Association.


Tips for Exercise Success



Swimming, cycling, jogging, skiing, aerobic dancing, walking or any of dozens of other activities can help your heart. They all cause you to feel warm, perspire and breathe heavily without being out of breath and without feeling any burning sensation in your muscles. Whether it is a structured exercise program or just part of your daily routine, all exercise adds up to a healthier heart.
Here are some tips for exercise success:


*If you've been sedentary for a long time, are overweight, have a high risk of coronary heart disease or some other chronic health problem, see your doctor for a medical evaluation before beginning a physical activity program.


*Choose activities that are fun, not exhausting. Add variety. Develop a repertoire of several activities that you can enjoy. That way, exercise will never seem boring or routine.


*Wear comfortable, properly fitted footwear and comfortable, loose-fitting clothing appropriate for the weather and the activity.


*Find a convenient time and place to do activities. Try to make it a habit, but be flexible. If you miss an exercise opportunity, work activity into your day another way.


*Use music to keep you entertained.


*Surround yourself with supportive people. Decide what kind of support you need. Do you want them to remind you to exercise? Ask about your progress? Participate with you regularly or occasionally? Allow you time to exercise by yourself? Go with you to a special event, such as a 10K walk/run? Be understanding when you get up early to exercise? Spend time with the children while you exercise? Try not to ask you to change your exercise routine? Share your activity time with others. Make a date with a family member, friend or co-worker. Be an active role model for your children.


*Don't overdo it. Do low- to moderate-level activities, especially at first. You can slowly increase the duration and intensity of your activities as you become more fit. Over time, work up to exercising on most days of the week for 30-60 minutes.


*Keep a record of your activities. Reward yourself at special milestones. Nothing motivates like success!

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Tonight's Lesson

Tonight we are focusing on Nutrition.

I began a program many years ago called Power 90. It is a fitness regimen that you do for 90 days straight. In addition to rigorous exercise, you are also given a nutrition guide to follow.
When I have been good and actually stuck to the program, I have lost weight.

The nutrition guide that I have been using from this program is called Michi's Ladder. It is a tiered nutrition guide created by a dietician with losing weight and being healthy- the goal.
You can access this guide at the following link: http://www.beachbody.com/category/michis_ladder.do

This link was also added to the Biggest Loser links for future reference.

Michi recommends eating from Tier 1 & Tier 2 for a near perfect diet. Tier 3 is referred to as "SWISS food" because it is neutral- there are benefits and hazards. Tier 4 should be eaten in moderation. Tier 5 are all of the foods that taste delicious- but you pay for later....

I really like this nutrition guide b/c it leaves the choice to you. I also love that there are carbs on the top 2 tiers. I know from personal experience that this is a great nutritional guide that can help you lose weight.

A Special thanks to each of you who come each week- you really help me in my journey to a healthier life.

No matter what, DON'T QUIT!

When you've eaten too much and you can't write it down,

And you feel like the biggest failure in town.

When you want to give up just because you gave in,

and forget all about being healthy and thin.

So What! You went over your points a bit,

It's your next move that counts...So don't you quit!

It's a moment of truth, it's an attitude change.

It's learning the skills to get back in your range.

It's telling yourself, "You've done great up till now.

You can take on this challenge and beat it somehow."

It's part of your journey toward reaching your goal.

You're still gonna make it, just stay in control.

To stumble and fall is not a disgrace,

if you summon the will to get back in the race.

But, often the struggler's, when loosing their grip,

Just throw in the towel and continue to slip.

And learn too late when the damage is done,

that the race wasn't over...they still could have won.

Lifestyle change can be awkward and slow,

but facing each challenge will help you grow.

Success is failure turned inside out,

the silver tint in a cloud of doubt.

When you're pushing to the brink, just refuse to submit,

If you bite it, you write it....But don't you quit!


 
quotes to inspire