I really don't like to cook.
I much prefer other people cook for me.
I know. I'm a brat.
But this whole weight-loss thing has got me thinking about getting a little better about that.
So can anyone recommend some tried-and-true healthy recipes?
And the simpler the better, when it comes to both ingredients and time. (Just so you know who you're dealing with - Rachel Ray's 30-minute meals usually take me about an hour or more.)
Mel's got one here for veggie chili, although I may need a chemist to help me figure out how to halve the ingredients. :)
Friday, March 9, 2007
Walk it off
More details on the Get Healthy Guilford walk from the Guilford County Department of Public Health:
On April 14, Guilford County residents are being challenged to "step into health" with a walk at 1 p.m. at downtown Greensboro’s Festival Park next to the Cultural Arts Center on Davie Street.
Come out and walk as we celebrate the success of the Mayors’ Weight Loss Challenge. Walkers may pre-register on our Web site or register that day at Festival Park at 1 p.m. You may choose from eight walk routes, about one to two miles each, through the downtown Greensboro area.
Get Healthy Guilford Walk Schedule:
1-2 p.m. - Registration & Pre-Walk Activities
2 p.m. – Walkers Take Off
For questions or donations call 845-7720 or e-mail JWORKMA@co.guilford.nc.us.
The Get Healthy Guilford walk will also coincide with the Center City Park Kick-Off Celebrations taking place from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm.
On April 14, Guilford County residents are being challenged to "step into health" with a walk at 1 p.m. at downtown Greensboro’s Festival Park next to the Cultural Arts Center on Davie Street.
Come out and walk as we celebrate the success of the Mayors’ Weight Loss Challenge. Walkers may pre-register on our Web site or register that day at Festival Park at 1 p.m. You may choose from eight walk routes, about one to two miles each, through the downtown Greensboro area.
Get Healthy Guilford Walk Schedule:
1-2 p.m. - Registration & Pre-Walk Activities
2 p.m. – Walkers Take Off
For questions or donations call 845-7720 or e-mail JWORKMA@co.guilford.nc.us.
The Get Healthy Guilford walk will also coincide with the Center City Park Kick-Off Celebrations taking place from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm.
Pork barrel politics
Hmmm ... wonder if this Florida rep stole the "weight-loss challenge" idea from Guilford County?
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Pork in government isn't a good thing. Neither are too many ham sandwiches and pork chops, says the chairman of the House's health care council.
Rep. Aaron Bean has challenged the chamber to see which member can lose the most weight by the end of the session. Weigh-ins will be held this week and during the final week of the session in early May.
The friendly competition is meant to promote healthier diets and lifestyles, and the House is challenging the Senate to lighten the load as well.
"We need to set an example for all Floridians," Bean said.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Pork in government isn't a good thing. Neither are too many ham sandwiches and pork chops, says the chairman of the House's health care council.
Rep. Aaron Bean has challenged the chamber to see which member can lose the most weight by the end of the session. Weigh-ins will be held this week and during the final week of the session in early May.
The friendly competition is meant to promote healthier diets and lifestyles, and the House is challenging the Senate to lighten the load as well.
"We need to set an example for all Floridians," Bean said.
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
Is Atkins a winner?
First, Atkins was all the rage.
Then, everyone said it was bad for you.
So will Atkins now be "in" again?
CHICAGO (AP) -- The low-carb, high-fat Atkins diet gets high marks in one of the biggest, longest head-to-head studies of popular weight-loss plans, beating the Zone, the Ornish diet and even U.S. guidelines. Even so, critics say the results show how hard it is to lose weight and keep it off.
Full story here.
UPDATE: This is carb-related. N&R columnist Lorraine Ahearn's take on white vs. wheat.
Then, everyone said it was bad for you.
So will Atkins now be "in" again?
CHICAGO (AP) -- The low-carb, high-fat Atkins diet gets high marks in one of the biggest, longest head-to-head studies of popular weight-loss plans, beating the Zone, the Ornish diet and even U.S. guidelines. Even so, critics say the results show how hard it is to lose weight and keep it off.
Full story here.
UPDATE: This is carb-related. N&R columnist Lorraine Ahearn's take on white vs. wheat.
Tuesday, March 6, 2007
Good news and bad news
First the good news:
My clothes are a little looser.
I have to pull my belts in one notch tighter.
And when I was weighed Monday, I came up 145 pounds. (Although I hadn't eaten lunch yet and it was 1 p.m., so I'm not putting a lot of stock into that.)
Now the bad news:
I kind of slacked off this weekend on the workouts.
I missed three days! (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
I've got several excuses, including a weird work schedule and the fact that my gym opens on Sundays later than I thought.
Blah. Blah.
Really there's no excuse. I could have totally gone to the gym on Saturday. Just plain lazy.
Anyway, I'm trying not to let either my progress or laziness set me back. I went to the gym on Monday and Tuesday, which I think is a good sign.
Usually when I have a bout of laziness it kills my momentum. So it's probably a positive thing that I went back to the gym at all.
My clothes are a little looser.
I have to pull my belts in one notch tighter.
And when I was weighed Monday, I came up 145 pounds. (Although I hadn't eaten lunch yet and it was 1 p.m., so I'm not putting a lot of stock into that.)
Now the bad news:
I kind of slacked off this weekend on the workouts.
I missed three days! (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
I've got several excuses, including a weird work schedule and the fact that my gym opens on Sundays later than I thought.
Blah. Blah.
Really there's no excuse. I could have totally gone to the gym on Saturday. Just plain lazy.
Anyway, I'm trying not to let either my progress or laziness set me back. I went to the gym on Monday and Tuesday, which I think is a good sign.
Usually when I have a bout of laziness it kills my momentum. So it's probably a positive thing that I went back to the gym at all.
Monday, March 5, 2007
Mayors' Challenge Update
From an e-mail sent out by the folks coordinating the Mayors' Challenge:
This Month:
March is upon us, which means that it’s National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme from the American Dietetic Association is “100% Fad-Free.” It’s easy to be tempted by fad diets that offer fast weight loss while letting you eat all the junk food you want, but such diets are usually not scientifically or nutritionally sound. In fact, many can cause serious health problems. The following are signs that a diet is probably a fad:
- Promises of incredibly rapid weight loss, such as 10 pounds in the first week (remember – healthy weight loss is generally 1-2 pounds per week)
- A list of “good” and “bad” foods
- Any recommendations that are used to sell a product
- Too good to be true promises, such as “no exercise needed”
Mayors’ Challenge Success Story:
Shirley Pearson of Gibsonville has already lost 7 pounds! When asked how she did it, Shirley told us she simply cut back on the amount of food she’s eating. For example, she realized she didn’t need to eat 10 crackers with her salad when she would be just as satisfied after eating 3. She’s also stopped driving through fast food restaurants for the 99 cent sundae. Congratulations, Shirley!
Do you have a success story you’d like to share? If so, simply e-mail the details along with your name and daytime telephone number to mayorschallenge@ymcagreensboro.org.
Staying Motivated:
With week 4 of the Mayors’ Challenge finished, many of us are struggling to keep our motivation to exercise. Consider these simple tips to make exercise a lasting part of your life:
- Exercise in short bursts. Finding 30 minutes to exercise is difficult, but it may be easier to find time for three 10 minute walks during the day.
- Keep a journal. Looking through records of your success with exercise may be just the thing to keep you going back for more.
- Schedule time. Treat exercise like an important business client – write it in your calendar and don’t cancel your appointment!
- Do something you think is fun. Sure, running may be great exercise, but if you don’t enjoy running, you probably won’t stick with it. Maybe you prefer walking or taking a yoga class instead.
Mark Your Calendar
Join your mayors from 1-3 p.m. April 14 in Festival Park, downtown Greensboro, for the "Get Healthy Guilford" walk as part of the finale of the Mayors' Challenge. You can choose one of eight downtown trails, each about a 30-minute walk - or take two trails for an hour walk.
The Mayors’ Update
In the first four weeks, the eight mayors competing have lost more than 36 pounds!
This Month:
March is upon us, which means that it’s National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme from the American Dietetic Association is “100% Fad-Free.” It’s easy to be tempted by fad diets that offer fast weight loss while letting you eat all the junk food you want, but such diets are usually not scientifically or nutritionally sound. In fact, many can cause serious health problems. The following are signs that a diet is probably a fad:
- Promises of incredibly rapid weight loss, such as 10 pounds in the first week (remember – healthy weight loss is generally 1-2 pounds per week)
- A list of “good” and “bad” foods
- Any recommendations that are used to sell a product
- Too good to be true promises, such as “no exercise needed”
Mayors’ Challenge Success Story:
Shirley Pearson of Gibsonville has already lost 7 pounds! When asked how she did it, Shirley told us she simply cut back on the amount of food she’s eating. For example, she realized she didn’t need to eat 10 crackers with her salad when she would be just as satisfied after eating 3. She’s also stopped driving through fast food restaurants for the 99 cent sundae. Congratulations, Shirley!
Do you have a success story you’d like to share? If so, simply e-mail the details along with your name and daytime telephone number to mayorschallenge@ymcagreensboro.org.
Staying Motivated:
With week 4 of the Mayors’ Challenge finished, many of us are struggling to keep our motivation to exercise. Consider these simple tips to make exercise a lasting part of your life:
- Exercise in short bursts. Finding 30 minutes to exercise is difficult, but it may be easier to find time for three 10 minute walks during the day.
- Keep a journal. Looking through records of your success with exercise may be just the thing to keep you going back for more.
- Schedule time. Treat exercise like an important business client – write it in your calendar and don’t cancel your appointment!
- Do something you think is fun. Sure, running may be great exercise, but if you don’t enjoy running, you probably won’t stick with it. Maybe you prefer walking or taking a yoga class instead.
Mark Your Calendar
Join your mayors from 1-3 p.m. April 14 in Festival Park, downtown Greensboro, for the "Get Healthy Guilford" walk as part of the finale of the Mayors' Challenge. You can choose one of eight downtown trails, each about a 30-minute walk - or take two trails for an hour walk.
The Mayors’ Update
In the first four weeks, the eight mayors competing have lost more than 36 pounds!
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