GET LEAN in 2013

Healthy living does require a small amount of commitment and a desire for being re-energized.  I too find myself facing the same challenges juggling family and work and play. Here are a few healthy living tips from lifeback.org for those of us on the go that helped me:

 

1. Exercise in the A.M. Morning exercise is a healthy way to lose weight, plus you'll beat the crowds. Morning exercisers tend to stick with their exercise habit

2. Enjoy a pint of water first thing in the morning; I like the taste of water, but I know some people do not so if you’re one of them, squeeze some fresh lime into your water to give it taste and drink up. 3. Get Off to a Healthy Start: Grab a few fresh fruits on your way out. Fruits are great for their nutrients, vitamins and sugars that are required in our body

4. Avoid going to junk food shops with your work mates: Go for a nice salad instead, but be wary of the salad dressing you choose. Or any other healthy meal that takes your fancy. Junk food is full of “empty calories” that do nothing for your body but put on extra unneeded and unhealthy fat. Do you know one pack of cookies is equal in calories to some meals!

5. Exercise on the go. If you work in an office, get up every 30 minutes and go for a walk. Get your blood was flowing and your muscles moving. Take the stairs one or two flights, when you sit back down at your desk your will feel refreshed!

6. Drink herbal teas. When at work or home, many people love to get a cup of tea or coffee. Decide that you’ll be healthier and get a warm cup of herbal tea.

7. Eat a handful of nuts.  Get your favorite selection of nuts and raisins and have a big handful of them at around 3pm. This has been shown to increase afternoon energy and productivity.

8. Deep breathing. When you’ve got time - at your desk, driving the car, cooking food - do some deep breathing. Inhale and count up to 5 seconds, hold it for a few seconds, and release slowly.

 
Most people want to get healthy, and look and feel younger, yet they can’t seem to find the time for it. Make yourself a priority today and decide to  GET LEAN in 2013!

Now go and enjoy your day~

Nancy larson, my.healthiswealth@comcast.net