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Put your mind to rest before bed.
Put your mind to rest before bed by making a to-do list of tasks and priorities for the next day. You’ll go to sleep confident that you won’t forget something important once your busy day gets going (or wake up in the night worrying about it). Just be sure to make up your list early
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!
Drink a glass of water as soon as you wake up, before every meal, and any time you feel the urge to put something in your mouth! Water has many benefits, one of the best being its ability to suppress your appetite. Click an icon below to share and recommend this post:
Habits of Health: Caribbean 1500 Journal
Journal entry # 1
Monitor your weight and measurements regularly.
Once a week, say every Monday morning, is the most reliable schedule. Wear as little clothing as possible and weigh yourself on the same scale at the same time of day every week. Click an icon below to share and recommend this post:
The difference between physical activity and exercise.
Physical activity is anytime your body is in motion, and can be voluntary or involuntary. Exercise is planned movement that is more vigorous and leads to improvement in overall fitness. Click an icon below to share and recommend this post:
Modeling works!
Studies show that by associating with others who have the qualities you desire-optimal health, for example-you’re more likely to develop those qualities yourself. Click an icon below to share and recommend this post:
Holiday Dining Tips
1.) Focus on Family & Friends-Not food It’s very easy for food to become the focus at social gatherings-especially the Holidays. Cookies, stuffing, Egg Nog, fruit cake, cocktails, etc. But this season try to move your focus to your friends and family. Instead of double fisting cookies, sit and share holiday stories with a child
Keep on Moving!
When you divide your daily exercise routine throughout your day, you will boost your metabolism each time! This means you’ll burn more calories than if you would exercise all at once.
Beat stress and curb inflammation with healthy behaviors.
Beat stress and curb inflammation with healthy behaviors such as getting regular massages, doing yoga, taking a warm bath, and making your home a cozy, inspiring place. Click an icon below to share and recommend this post:
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving! Remember that holidays are a time to be with your friends and family, not overindulge in unhealthy foods. Drink a lot of water and eat small, healthy snacks throughout the day so that you don’t eat too much at dinner.
Fiber does so much!
Along with being a great anti-inflammatory, fiber can lower cholesterol and blood sugar, improve intestinal health, and make you feel fuller, longer. Click an icon below to share and recommend this post:
Local Training Event: Des Moines, IA
Join us for a fun and informative training event, Saturday, December, 1, 2012, that is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to move your Take Shape For Life business to the next level.