Start thinking of the time you dedicate to exercise as your own personal time. I like to use it as time to think and work out the things that have been going on. Problem solving, developing ideas, making plans, things like that. It even happens when I’m mowing the lawn. Your brain doesn’t have a whole lot to do when you’re just walking, and I think that the increased blood flow helps give it a jump start. Some of that is actually reinforced in studies that show walking to be a benefit for Alzheimer’s patients.
So skip the Mp3 player or radio. Just start walking, breath deeply and listen to your thoughts.
TODAY: WALK AND COME UP WITH SOME IDEAS.
The next time you head to the grocery, skip grabbing a cart by the door. Just pick up one of those handy baskets. If you have a lot of shopping to do take two. (one for each hand) Then as you shop you’ll be getting more exercise by carrying around some weight. In addition to that you’ll be more aware of what you’re putting in the basket and may buy less food, threby eating less, losing weight and even saving money. Of course don’t be tempted to buy just lightweight stuff or you’ll end up with more chips and Cheetos.
TODAY: DON’T USE A SHOPPING CART AT THE GROCERY.
Today take the time to enjoy something different. Try a new recipe. Go to a new restaurant. Just treat yourself to a new taste. Of course, it has to be a LOW CALORIE or REDUCED CARB taste. Even when eating out, you can scour the menu for items that sound interesting and tempting. Ask the server to delete or substitute and portions that don’t fit your diet. The usually cooperate on this. You’ll find it very rewarding and satisfying. By now you may be noticing that water with lemon is starting to taste very refreshing, so a nicely prepared steak and a salad will really hit the spot.
TODAY: WALK AROUND A MALL, A WHOLE MALL. NOTICE HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE OVERWEIGHT AND THEN BROWSE THE SMALLER CLOTHES YOU WILL BE BUYING IN A FEW MONTHS.
Since I was suggesting that you get the grill going, don’t forget that veggies grill well too. Nothing extra is really necessary to have a flavorful low calorie meal. Squash, peppers, mushrooms, green beans, asparagus. Toss them on the fire and they get that great flavor and don’t cook away nutrients either. Corn on the cob isn’t really low calorie, but it’s a great treat. Soak the ears in water and then cut off the silk and put them on the top shelf of the grill. Roll them every five minutes or so and in about 15 minutes it will be done perfectly. Just take it easy on the butter.
TODAY: GRILL VEGGIES FOR DINNER.
As we wrap up No Wheat Week head to one of the weekend farmer’s markets and stock up on some great veggies and fruit. The American Dietetic Association recommends at least 3 – 5 servings of fruit and 3 – 7 of vegetables. Since they both are really dense in nutrition and fiber you’ll satisfy your hunger and give your body the cholesterol clearing boost that’s also good for your colon. So, eat up!
TODAY: SHOP AT THE MARKET FOR FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLES.
One of the odd cravings I get is for a regular McDonald’s burger. Not the latecomer expensive specialty sandwiches but the basic, used to be 15 cent patty topped with ketchup, mustard and a dill slice. Did you know that you can order those without the bun? Obviously it’s nothing new to them. They even make it more low carb diet friendly by adding a bit of lettuce and packaging it in a container so you can use a knife and fork. I’ve found that ordering two $1 “McDouble” double cheeseburgers , (not the actual double cheeseburger which they sock you $1.29 for. ) hold the cheese and bun along with their 99 cent salad gives you a quick three buck meal that is pretty satisfying and still low carb.
Sure you don’t get to have fries, but they’ve never been the same since they stopped frying them in lard. And the object is for you to get the lard out too.
TODAY: KEEP TRACK OF EVERYTHING YOU EAT
Sometimes you just need a quick lunch and a sandwich would be perfect. Well, go ahead and make a great one without the bread. Just use a couple of nice big leaves of lettuce as the base for a wrap. Add all your favorite meats and cheeses, some nice spicy brown mustard, dill pickle, or a mustard/mayo/horseradish sauce (with a dash of Worcestershire) then wrap it up and enjoy. Sure you may need a couple of extra napkins. But you’ll find it’s very satisfying.
Oh, for some more crispness add a leaf of cabbage. It’s a great source of more fiber too.
TODAY: HAVE A LETTUCE WRAP FOR LUNCH
Daily Nag, Exercise | Diet Nag | 
October 14, 2009 6:09 am | 
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