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For 2008, as probably many of you, I have made a resolution to work out on a regular basis and get myself in shape. No more excuses about no time and nothing to do - I am going to make the time and use my resources to work out! However, nothing motivates more than friends. So here on this blog, we are going to motivate each other. I will post exercise and nutritional tricks, tips, and hints that hopefully will help you and I keep our resolution to work out. Feel free to post your comments, ideas and share your progress. Let's shape up together! - Stephanie
Showing posts with label Tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tips. Show all posts

Saturday, February 23, 2008

Grab and Go Snacks

Don't settle for unhealthy snacks when you're in for a busy day. For easy, portable fiber-rich snack ideas, try whole fruit including apples, oranges, kiwifruit and pears. Pack a zip-close bag of air-popped popcorn, a small low-fat bran muffin, and some trail mix made with unsalted nuts and juicy raisins, or a whole-wheat English muffin (spread with a teaspoon of unsweetened apple butter).

Monday, February 11, 2008

Tip for the Day

The Perfect Plan

Know what days, times and activities, you will be performing at least one week in advance; one month would be even better. Have the proper clothing and equipment ready. Do not let any obstacles interfere with your plan. Write your exercise sessions in your appointment book weeks ahead of time. Commit to your plan and remind yourself that you deserve to take the time for you.

Source: eDiets Daily Bytes

Sunday, February 10, 2008

Tip for the Day

Health and Diet
An expert panel from the Centers for Disease Control and the American College of Sports Medicine recommend that every U.S. adult burn approximately 200 calories daily (which translates to approximately 30 minutes or more of moderate-intensity physical activity). It is interesting to realize the recommendation includes short bouts of activity as long as the total equals 30 minutes. The benefits of 30 minutes of physical activity daily include a lower risk of chronic disease and increases in fitness.

Fitness
Try before you buy. The best piece of exercise equipment to buy is the one you’re going to use. Consider renting something for a month from a store that sells reconditioned equipment so you can test it out. When you ARE ready to buy, check out our company store for some specially priced items for eFitness members.

Source: eDiets Daily Bytes

Saturday, February 9, 2008

Tip of the Day

Health and Diet
Health experts recommend incorporating activities that strengthen your muscles, tendons and bones. Known as resistance training, this type of exercise is equally important for maintaining good health. Your metabolism functions more efficiently when your body has more lean muscle. Ward off potential osteoporosis by doing weight-bearing exercises like push-ups, pull-ups and wall presses at least 3-4 times a week.

Fitness
Remember the five food groups? Well, fitness has 5 groups too: muscle strength, muscle endurance, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and body composition. To get a balanced athletic body, you need to have a balanced “diet” of exercise. But in this case, it’s ok to stretch between meals.

Source: eDiets Daily Bytes