| Just a reminder |
[07 Dec 2007|09:33am] |
Hello all,
Just to let everyone know, the exercise & fruits/veggie challenge is on for two weeks.
Basically, you just have to try to get 30+ minutes of any kind of activity on 6/14 days, and you have to eat 5+servings of fruits and veggies for 10/14 days.
Since it's such a long challenge, it's not too late to participate if you haven't signed up yet!
Here are a few tips to help!
-Going to a party? Bring something healthy to the party so that you automatically have a healthy snack to eat. A veggie platter with a hummus dip, bean dip, or low fat dressing are all great choices.
-If you're eating canned soup, toss some frozen veggies in to add another serving. You can also easily add veggies to your morning omlette or to just about any pasta dish.
-While you're at it, whenever you're making a recipe, just double the fruit/veggies.
-One of the easiset and healthiest meals you can make is a smoothie. Just add some frozen fruit (any kind works well), a protein source (soy milk, milk, soy yogurt, yogurt, or whey protein powder), about six cubes of ice, some vanilla extract, sweetener (if you prefer), and blend to your heart's content. You've got protein, calcium, 1-2 servings of fruit, and you can drink it on the go.
-Craving something sweet? Grab that boring looking apple, pear, or whatever; core it, and slice it in half; spray it with cooking spray; sprinkle some cinnamon on it, and pop it in the oven at 350 for about 15 minutes. Serve it with a little plain or vanilla yogurt, and voila! You've got yourself a sweet, healthy treat!
-Trying to sneak exercise in? Say you're off to do your holiday shopping, and you're going to Macy's. Park as far as possible from Macy's. You will get your 30 minutes in all while wrapping up your holiday shopping!
If you have any tips to share to help people with this challenge, post 'em!!
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