Overview: Portions still matter, calories still matter Maintain healthy eating patterns Be active, however you can Return to your routine as soon as the trip is over Enjoy your vacation guilt free Reuben Sandwich with fries, authentic Mexican fajitas + 20 oz. margarita, Denny’s Grand Slam* and Gino’s East – Chicago’s famous deep dish pizza.Continue reading “How to Survive a Long Weekend Food Fest, and Still Enjoy Yourself”
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The Three C’s of Decision Making
Time for a check up. What kind of motivational strategies do you use? How do you go about setting goals? One of my clients was talking with me last week about her motivational belief in the “Three C’s”. I thought this was a very simple way to think about anything life related, but in thisContinue reading “The Three C’s of Decision Making”
UnMiked: 3 Undeniable Truths of Successful Change
This may be the fanciest title I have ever written. This post may also upset some people, but that is okay – because chances are if you don’t agree with what I have to say here, you are probably in denial about something in regards to your own attempt at making a successful change. AsContinue reading “UnMiked: 3 Undeniable Truths of Successful Change”
Sit All Day? Make The Back Pain Go Away!
Even if you don’t experience back pain now, it may only be a matter of time, or one wrong move while getting up out of your chair that causes you some real discomfort. By sitting for prolonged periods of time (at the office, on a plane, in the car, etc.) we are essentially keeping ourContinue reading “Sit All Day? Make The Back Pain Go Away!”
When The Sun Ain’t Shining, We Ain’t Smiling
As many of you may have noticed, winter is here. The cold days, the dark days, the snowy days, etc. etc. etc… How many of us will 30 minutes of unprotected, 30% exposed skin, sunlight everyday this winter? Not me. This is the recommended amount of sunlight that we need to produce enough vitaminContinue reading “When The Sun Ain’t Shining, We Ain’t Smiling”
#1 Motivational Strategy
Flashback to Jan 1st… The following is my number one tip on staying motivated. It’s not some shock therapy, or deprivation punishment. It’s not a 12 step process to becoming a better person. It is however, the most motivational “person” you will ever meet. More motivational than me, Jillian Michaels, Trainer Bob, that other guy onContinue reading “#1 Motivational Strategy”
Dehydration, Not Just A Summer Problem
For those of you that live in Wisconsin, you probably have realized that it is pretty cold out. We made it this far, but winter is now here! One thing we tend to forget about in the winter is our water intake. Just because it’s not hot out, we can still lose water just asContinue reading “Dehydration, Not Just A Summer Problem”
Take 15 in 15
Hopefully everyone is feeling great, revitalized, not hung over, and ready to kick off a healthy new year!…or not… As many of you may know, I am all about encouraging others to live happy, healthy, complete lives full-time, not part-time. I am also a huge fan of keeping things simple and not overwhelming others withContinue reading “Take 15 in 15”
Mindful Eating: Slow Down!
How did Thanksgiving go? I will be 100% honest with you all; I did not eat very mindfully. Mindful eating is one of the best practices that you can do to control your weight, and still enjoy foods that you like. Every time we are distracted, or rushed while eating, we tend to put moreContinue reading “Mindful Eating: Slow Down!”
Macadamia Nut Oil: Why You Should Be Using It
When it comes to oils, the big hype is always generated around the ever so popular Olive Oil. Olive oil is indeed a very healthy form of fat (especially when compared with butter, margarine’s and some other oils), however it has a few drawbacks. First, it can have a very strong flavor, which makes itContinue reading “Macadamia Nut Oil: Why You Should Be Using It”