Kids meals are a great option for reducing calories. If you’re in a restaurant that has the option and they don’t have an age restriction (which they will often drop) order that instead of a full meal. The other option is to go with a “seniors meal” or “early-bird special” when they’re available. They have smaller portions and a smaller price to match. That gives you a dual savings and maybe a cool toy too!
TODAY: WALK A BIT FASTER
Salad dressings can add so many calories to that pile of fresh veggies that it destroys much of the salad advantages for your diet. Sure, the fact that you’re eating something that isn’t battered, fried and served on a bun has some benefits. But you’re missing out on a lot when you drench it in goo. The surprise I have found is the simplicity of a dash of salt and pepper. Believe it or not vegetables actually have unique flavors that can be very satisfying when the minamalist approach is applied. Those grinders with mixed spice varieties are also a nice option.
TODAY: HAVE A SALAD WITH NO DRESSING
Why is it that we always try to find the closest parking space? Is it really that difficult to walk a little more? If it is… then you REALLY need to park farther away. There is a reason the handicap spaces are there. YOU don’t need them. And don’t EVER think about riding in one of those motorized carts! They’re just a faster ride to your grave. You need exercise and this simple thing will add a bit more to your day with little effort or dedication of time. But it all adds up. A few more steps here, a few more there, suddenly you’ll notice that you can walk better, with less pain and with less weight to carry. (Which is most likely the cause of the pain!) As a bonus you’ll get fewer dings in your car doors.
TODAY: START PARKING IN THE DISTANT SPACES.
You need to feed your engine. Skipping breakfast will just set you off on a spiraling, temptation filled day. I know there are those drinks that claim to give you all you need, but I’ve always been a “breakfast person”. Many say they can’t eat first thing in the morning for some reason or another. If you are that way… CHANGE. A good protein filled breakfast will give you more mental acuity and a better temperament right from the start. You won’t be tempted as much by those doughnuts at work or be starving by lunch which may cause you to overeat.
It doesn’t take a bunch of time, so don’t give me that excuse. Get some pre-cooked frozen sausage links. Pop three in the microwave for a minute and a half while you fry two eggs and heat water for coffee. Take your vitamins and everything should finish at the same time. Plate it all and wash the pan. Pour your coffee and sit down for a sunny side up start to another day. If you don’t already, you’ll learn to really look forward to it.
TODAY: START EATING A SUBSTANTIAL BREAKFAST
You’ve probably got all the clocks changed to Standard Time by now. You might feel like you’re getting up too early. So it’s a good time to change up your exercise routine. It’s the best way to prevent a weight loss plateau. You ought to change it every 4 to 6 weeks. It will also reduce your boredom and keep you going. Since the weather is changing too, it will give you another reason to look for an alternative. So decide on new exercises, a new route to walk, new places to go and a new attitude. Just get out there!
TODAY: PICK A NEW EXERCISE ROUTINE FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS.
Non starchy vegetables like celery, peppers, broccoli and carrots are great snacks. They’re easy to keep on hand, satisfying to crunch and have great flavors to savor. They may keep you out of trouble over the weekend. Remember, if you’re starting Atkins this doesn’t apply to you. You’re limited to a cup a day of dark green veggies. But you can have some hard cheese, beef sticks or pork rinds!
TODAY: DO YOUR STRETCHING EXERCISES THEN TAKE A BRISK WALK THAT IS ONE THIRD LONGER THAN YOU HAVE BEEN WALKING.
BONUS: IF YOU HAVE A DOG, GO OUT AND PLAY FETCH FOR A HALF HOUR. IT’S GREAT FOR YOU BOTH!
If you can do a good thirty minute walk you can get more exercise value out of it by adding some different speed to your routine. Walk in intervals of slow and fast and push yourself a bit. Speed walking has as much aerobic value as jogging, and is a lot easier on your joints. Here’s how.
- Walk at your usual pace for three minutes.
- Increase the speed for one minute.
- Go back to your normal speed for three minutes.
- Repeat this till you hit your 30 minutes.
As you get more fit increase the fast time and decrease the slow. Of course ask your doctor about pushing yourself to a faster pace. I think you’ll find that your doctor is pleased with your efforts. They don’t hear that a lot.
TODAY: TRY AT LEAST ONE FASTER INTERVAL OF WALKING.
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November 12, 2010 6:03 am | 
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