We all get busy. Really busy. And getting a workout in isn't always a reality. Today, I have just about a thousand things to do that will take up most of the daylight and moonlight hours I've got, so I have t get creative with how I'm going to get my fitness time.
The thing is, many people think that when you work out, you have to do it all at once or it isn't affective. Now, I'll admit that you get much better cardio training when you run/ride/walk longer distances as it helps develop your cardiovascular stamina, but when it comes to the goal of burning calories, it is the same amount burned whether you do it all at once or 5 minute at a time spread out throughout the day.
So if you have 5 minutes here and there, do a small bit of a workout and it will all add up at the end of the day!
Want to get 30 minutes of fitness into your day? Try any combination of these 5 minute workout ideas that you can do at home, at work or almost anywhere!
-Walking/running the stairs. Find one or two flights of stairs, in your home or at the office or anywhere, and walk/run up and down them for a quick five minutes. This is amazing cardio exercise and it can build great calf muscles and quadriceps.
-Jumping jacks. I know they seem simple and even juvenile, but jumping jacks are hard-hitting cardio moves that burn crazy calories in short bursts. Doing these for five whole minutes can be tough, but the rewards of getting through those 5 minutes are incredible for your body, both inside and out.
-Lunges. You literally can do these anywhere there is a floor. Do these without taking breaks in between (remembering to switch legs intermittently of course) at a semi-swift pace and you'll be toning your legs and glutes as well as burning serious calories in a short 5 minute burst.
-Sit-ups/Crunches/Hover or Plank position. If you have any amount of clean, useable floor space, you can drop and give yourself 5 minutes of great ab work. Combine all of these moves (crunches, full sit-ups, bicycle/cross crunches, plank/hover) or do 5 minute sets of each, and you'll be well on your way to adding up some great ab workout time.
-Dance. Put on your iPod or mp3 player or radio and get down for just 5 minutes. That's pretty much two songs, give or take a few seconds. You will have a great time dancing to your favorite songs, and if you really start moving, you'll be able to burn some serious cals without even thinking about it. It's pretty much like doing zumba class 5 minutes at a time.
-Stretching. Reach down and touch your toes. Sit on the ground cross-legged and reach forward, draping your body over your legs. Sit in child's pose and reach your arms out in front of you. Standing with your feet 2 feet apart, stretch over to each side. Do these or any other stretches for 5 minutes and you will be gaining flexibility and creating long, lean lines with your muscles.
You can do all 6 of these in a row if you have 30 minutes, but really there is no need. You can do these 5 minutes at a time, hours apart, and you will still get the same results. Want a 60 minute workout? Do any combination of these 5 minute bursts 12 times to equal 60 minutes, throughout the day.
You don't need to do it all at once. It is so rare that people have 60 minutes to themselves nowadays. I know I'll be using these moves tonight as I head to dance competition with my studio. In between their dances, I'll find a corner to myself in the theatre hall and get to work. Just 5 short minutes here and there. This is really the workout plan that ANYONE can do. :)
Friday, March 2, 2012
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Never give up
In dealing with the fact that my body sucks at what it's supposed to do, I wanted to remind everyone that giving up is never a true option.
We all plateau in our Fitness progress. We all hit walls along the way. The important thing is to find either a different path around the wall or the tools to climb over it when it's there in front of you.
I have tried everything I could think of to get over or around my wall. Everything that is safe, anyway. And I refuse to put my life in danger to look a certain way, so I will stay with only safety in mind. While nothing has worked, I just keep getting back on the proverbial horse and trying again. Ooh! Maybe I should take up horseback riding again and that might do the trick?! Lol jk
The thing is that I refuse to give up in my body and my health and you all should never give up either. Even when it seems hopeless just know that you are stronger than anything that stands in your way. Always.
Change up your routine a little bit each time and you'll find your fitness formula eventually. Get back on your horses every time you fall off. The people who love you will be there to help you get back on the saddle if you need them :)
We all plateau in our Fitness progress. We all hit walls along the way. The important thing is to find either a different path around the wall or the tools to climb over it when it's there in front of you.
I have tried everything I could think of to get over or around my wall. Everything that is safe, anyway. And I refuse to put my life in danger to look a certain way, so I will stay with only safety in mind. While nothing has worked, I just keep getting back on the proverbial horse and trying again. Ooh! Maybe I should take up horseback riding again and that might do the trick?! Lol jk
The thing is that I refuse to give up in my body and my health and you all should never give up either. Even when it seems hopeless just know that you are stronger than anything that stands in your way. Always.
Change up your routine a little bit each time and you'll find your fitness formula eventually. Get back on your horses every time you fall off. The people who love you will be there to help you get back on the saddle if you need them :)
Monday, February 27, 2012
5 snack swaps that will really make a difference!
When it comes to snacks, just because it is conveniently wrapped and handy-sized does not mean it is in any way good for your body. While there are plenty of convenient but bad for you snack choices, there are also some foods that pull double duty by being convenient for on-the-go eating and packed full of good nutrition. Here is a list of the five worst snack foods tand some better foods to eat instead:
#5 Worst – Candy Bars
While it is true that a Snickers bar boasts high protein content in comparison to other candy bars, it also contains 30 grams of sugar, 14 grams of fat and 5 grams of saturated fat. If people are going to eat candy bars, those that contain peanuts are the best options due to the amount of protein they can contain, but realistically, 4 grams of protein isn’t worth all of those negatives.
Instead of grabbing a candy bar, pack a protein or granola bar in your dancer’s bag. Bars like Luna, Clif, Larabar and Kind are all made with whole, natural ingredients and can contain between 4 and 12 grams of protein each without added refined sugars.
#4 Worst – Potato Chips and other snack chips
Conveniently packed into little take-along bags, chips are a popular snack for people on-the-go. However, they pretty much offer nothing of benefit to anyone from hard working athletes to full time office employees. In one snack-sized bag of Lays or Doritos, people will consume between 10-12 grams of fat, 200-300 grams of sodium, and between 150-250 calories. This seems pretty low and harmless, but the real problem is what is NOT in these bags. There are 15 grams of carbohydrates, but only 1 gram of fiber. There are 150-250 calories but only 1-2 grams of proteins. And the baked varieties aren’t much better, though they do have slightly less amounts of sodium and a significantly lower amount of fat. The lesser of two evils, but still not ideal.
Crackers and Pretzels can be better choices, especially if you find low-sodium varieties. Crackers that are multigrain, organic or whole wheat will provide more fiber and fewer preservatives than other varieties, and unsalted, whole grain pretzels will keep you full and energized better than any bag of chips.
#3 Worst – Fruit snacks
Don’t be fooled by the word “fruit” that has been cleverly placed upon the label of these snack foods. Most fruit snacks contain very little real fruit ingredients, if any at all. These foods have similar nutritional content to candies like gummy bears and taffy, so there isn’t much to fuel a dancer aside from a quick, short sugar rush.
The best substitute here is fruit, hands down. Easy to carry, on-the-go fruits are apples, bananas, pears, peaches and other fruits that are easy to peel, or eaten with the skin on. These have only natural sugars and are filled to the brim with vitamins and minerals making them nature’s perfect snack.
#2 Worst – Donuts and Pastries
Fried dough filled with sugary syrup-coated fruits and/or creams and cheeses, topped with frosting or powdered sugar and filled with tons of preservatives and not much else. This sounds like a recipe for disaster. Hardly any protein to speak of and often lacking in any dietary fiber, these foods may contain a miniscule amount of vitamins if they’re filled with fruit, but not nearly enough to make up any of anyone's Recommended Daily Intake (RDI).
Whole grain bagels with peanut butter and honey are a very sweet and filling snack that pack a huge protein and fiber punch. Go for organic and all natural peanut butters and bagels to add even more nutrition and reduce preservatives and refined sugars.
#1 Worst – Fast Food Meals
Sometimes our days can run pretty late, and it’s important to make sure we get to eat a good dinner, especially when we're working hard. However, a fast food burger and fries is one of the worst meals to consume for a number of reasons. These foods are heavy, greasy, very high in sodium and sugar (even a hamburger from a fast food restaurant can contain more than 10g of sugar!) and contain tons of fats, both unsaturated and saturated. In general, these foods can wreak havoc on someone’s health if eaten often. Also, eating salty foods can cause dehydration, which is never a good idea for busy people.
Just like we all remember from our days in school, the best way to ensure that a person gets a healthy meal is to brown bag it. Heading out of the house with a peanut butter sandwich and some fruit or some pita and hummus would be quite the healthy choice. If packing a dinner isn’t an option, grabbing a sub sandwich or a wrap can be much healthier as a meal, especially when it’s packed with both proteins and vegetables. Fast food isn’t the only easy meal option, and it certainly isn’t the best option when there are tons of sandwich shops around most areas.
Food is a truly important part of a person's day because it is what gives them to fuel to perform their best at whatever it is they need to do at any given time. Life demands a great deal from the body, so it’s important to give the body what it needs to rise to the challenge without wearing out too fast.
#5 Worst – Candy Bars
While it is true that a Snickers bar boasts high protein content in comparison to other candy bars, it also contains 30 grams of sugar, 14 grams of fat and 5 grams of saturated fat. If people are going to eat candy bars, those that contain peanuts are the best options due to the amount of protein they can contain, but realistically, 4 grams of protein isn’t worth all of those negatives.
Instead of grabbing a candy bar, pack a protein or granola bar in your dancer’s bag. Bars like Luna, Clif, Larabar and Kind are all made with whole, natural ingredients and can contain between 4 and 12 grams of protein each without added refined sugars.
#4 Worst – Potato Chips and other snack chips
Conveniently packed into little take-along bags, chips are a popular snack for people on-the-go. However, they pretty much offer nothing of benefit to anyone from hard working athletes to full time office employees. In one snack-sized bag of Lays or Doritos, people will consume between 10-12 grams of fat, 200-300 grams of sodium, and between 150-250 calories. This seems pretty low and harmless, but the real problem is what is NOT in these bags. There are 15 grams of carbohydrates, but only 1 gram of fiber. There are 150-250 calories but only 1-2 grams of proteins. And the baked varieties aren’t much better, though they do have slightly less amounts of sodium and a significantly lower amount of fat. The lesser of two evils, but still not ideal.
Crackers and Pretzels can be better choices, especially if you find low-sodium varieties. Crackers that are multigrain, organic or whole wheat will provide more fiber and fewer preservatives than other varieties, and unsalted, whole grain pretzels will keep you full and energized better than any bag of chips.
#3 Worst – Fruit snacks
Don’t be fooled by the word “fruit” that has been cleverly placed upon the label of these snack foods. Most fruit snacks contain very little real fruit ingredients, if any at all. These foods have similar nutritional content to candies like gummy bears and taffy, so there isn’t much to fuel a dancer aside from a quick, short sugar rush.
The best substitute here is fruit, hands down. Easy to carry, on-the-go fruits are apples, bananas, pears, peaches and other fruits that are easy to peel, or eaten with the skin on. These have only natural sugars and are filled to the brim with vitamins and minerals making them nature’s perfect snack.
#2 Worst – Donuts and Pastries
Fried dough filled with sugary syrup-coated fruits and/or creams and cheeses, topped with frosting or powdered sugar and filled with tons of preservatives and not much else. This sounds like a recipe for disaster. Hardly any protein to speak of and often lacking in any dietary fiber, these foods may contain a miniscule amount of vitamins if they’re filled with fruit, but not nearly enough to make up any of anyone's Recommended Daily Intake (RDI).
Whole grain bagels with peanut butter and honey are a very sweet and filling snack that pack a huge protein and fiber punch. Go for organic and all natural peanut butters and bagels to add even more nutrition and reduce preservatives and refined sugars.
#1 Worst – Fast Food Meals
Sometimes our days can run pretty late, and it’s important to make sure we get to eat a good dinner, especially when we're working hard. However, a fast food burger and fries is one of the worst meals to consume for a number of reasons. These foods are heavy, greasy, very high in sodium and sugar (even a hamburger from a fast food restaurant can contain more than 10g of sugar!) and contain tons of fats, both unsaturated and saturated. In general, these foods can wreak havoc on someone’s health if eaten often. Also, eating salty foods can cause dehydration, which is never a good idea for busy people.
Just like we all remember from our days in school, the best way to ensure that a person gets a healthy meal is to brown bag it. Heading out of the house with a peanut butter sandwich and some fruit or some pita and hummus would be quite the healthy choice. If packing a dinner isn’t an option, grabbing a sub sandwich or a wrap can be much healthier as a meal, especially when it’s packed with both proteins and vegetables. Fast food isn’t the only easy meal option, and it certainly isn’t the best option when there are tons of sandwich shops around most areas.
Food is a truly important part of a person's day because it is what gives them to fuel to perform their best at whatever it is they need to do at any given time. Life demands a great deal from the body, so it’s important to give the body what it needs to rise to the challenge without wearing out too fast.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
I'm Back and Kicking
I haven't posted in a while, and I'm really sorry for that. I've missed writing as much as I've missed knowing that you all were reading. But I'll explain why.
I have been struggling with my body for almost a year now. I know it may not seem like it from pictures, or for anyone who sees me on a daily basis. But I am. My body is fighting my efforts to keep it healthy, fit and toned, despite my constant exercise and healthy diet. I won't get into why this is happening, just know that it is happening and that there is nothing I can do about it. I simply have to deal with it, and hope that it rights itself on its own someday soon.
I didn't want to write much while I was going through this because I honestly felt like a hypocrite. Like, if I can't keep my own body fit, how could I possibly inspire others to do the same?
But recently I've been trying to accept this and learn to love my body again, and I really want to write again. Not only to give everyone my fitness and diet advice that I just love writing about, but also to encourage all of you to love your bodies, NO MATTER WHAT! Whether it's model-fit or cushion-comfortable, our bodies are the only ones we have, and we have to respect and love them just like we would love anything else that carries us through life so strongly and wonderfully.
There is one thing I will say today, and I hope that you all can relate to this with whatever is your own passion in life. I will never stop dancing. I will never stop moving. That is my essence: movement. Even when I can't dance on stage anymore, I know that I will keep dancing in any way I can. I will continue to teach dance as much as possible. I will take every BodyJam, every Zumba and every Dance-fitness class I can find. And I will always dance around my house like a crazy teenager while listening to my favorite punk songs.
No matter what happens to my body, I know that nothing will take me away from dancing. And I hope that if I learn to love myself as I am right now, my body will right itself and get back to normal. That's how these things work, I think. You have to love yourself before you can see any results from all of your hard work. :)
I have been struggling with my body for almost a year now. I know it may not seem like it from pictures, or for anyone who sees me on a daily basis. But I am. My body is fighting my efforts to keep it healthy, fit and toned, despite my constant exercise and healthy diet. I won't get into why this is happening, just know that it is happening and that there is nothing I can do about it. I simply have to deal with it, and hope that it rights itself on its own someday soon.
I didn't want to write much while I was going through this because I honestly felt like a hypocrite. Like, if I can't keep my own body fit, how could I possibly inspire others to do the same?
But recently I've been trying to accept this and learn to love my body again, and I really want to write again. Not only to give everyone my fitness and diet advice that I just love writing about, but also to encourage all of you to love your bodies, NO MATTER WHAT! Whether it's model-fit or cushion-comfortable, our bodies are the only ones we have, and we have to respect and love them just like we would love anything else that carries us through life so strongly and wonderfully.
There is one thing I will say today, and I hope that you all can relate to this with whatever is your own passion in life. I will never stop dancing. I will never stop moving. That is my essence: movement. Even when I can't dance on stage anymore, I know that I will keep dancing in any way I can. I will continue to teach dance as much as possible. I will take every BodyJam, every Zumba and every Dance-fitness class I can find. And I will always dance around my house like a crazy teenager while listening to my favorite punk songs.
No matter what happens to my body, I know that nothing will take me away from dancing. And I hope that if I learn to love myself as I am right now, my body will right itself and get back to normal. That's how these things work, I think. You have to love yourself before you can see any results from all of your hard work. :)
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Trading West for East
This isn't a fitness entry, nor is it useful. I just wanted to declare that I am in hate with Western Medicine and giving up on it all together. It has done nothing but cost me almost as much as a semester of college and all to find out that either there's nothing wrong with me, or that there are medications I should be taking (even though I'm not taking them because they are dangerous and oversold).
These people don't have any idea what they are talking about anyway. They'd all just rather make a buck, like the rest of the 1% or whatever we're calling the capitalists in charge these days.
I've had enough. Until I can move to Okinawa, I'll be much happier trusting my body, mind and spirit to Eastern, holistic medicine. And my money, which they will surely take much less of and at least give me some results.
These people don't have any idea what they are talking about anyway. They'd all just rather make a buck, like the rest of the 1% or whatever we're calling the capitalists in charge these days.
I've had enough. Until I can move to Okinawa, I'll be much happier trusting my body, mind and spirit to Eastern, holistic medicine. And my money, which they will surely take much less of and at least give me some results.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Finding a balance
There has to be some balance between being pure and good and having a the time of our lives. This is what is on my mind as I think of Thanksgiving and the indulgences that I know everyone will be taking part in over the next few days. We don't really want to blow our hard work on one meal, but we also don't want to be the one at the party who passes every dish and says "No Thanks" while gnawing on celery all night. So how do we find a balance?
While my family doesn't actually celebrate this Holiday, I have been to many Thanksgiving celebrations over the years, and even I, the girl with the willpower of steel, have gone a little crazy at the dinner table (I bring you Exhibit A: My friend Jonnie's Baked Brie, which I ate almost half of by myself! and Exhibit B: My ex-boyfriend's mom's pumpkin cheesecake, of which I always had seconds whenever she made it). So even though I won't be celebrating in any traditional ways this year, I still have some ideas on how you all can have your cake, eat it and not undo all of your hard workouts:
1) Get some exercise in on the big day
-Yes I know you'll be slaving away in the kitchen for hours or parked on your couch for football all day on Thursday, but you can find some time to squeeze in some calorie burning in the morning before it all begins. Get up a bit early and get in some cardio or other exercise to jump start your day. Go for a brisk walk, ride a bike around your neighborhood with your kids or your dog, go to the gym (some are open on Thanksgiving, mine is!), or do a workout video. If your family is willing to forgo some football, you can even get them involved. Try organizing a family kickball game or do some races around the Neighborhood. You live in FL? Great! It's hot as heck right now, so get your family in the pool for a little while! Whatever you can do to get some exercise before you start cooking or loafing, do it! That way, you can stress and little less all that yummy food you're going to eat.
2) Use better-for-you ingredients in your cooking.
-Trade out the homemade fat-infused gravy for an organic, lower-fat option (Wholefoods and Trader Joes offer great options, both stored and fresh made)
-Use organic and/or dairy-free cream, milk and butter ingredients (Dairy free creams, milks and butters have much less fat, calories and cholesterol than regular dairy products)
-Swapping out ingredients from your recipes to include vegetables and fruits that are in season, organic and locally grown allows you to be certain that they are free of pesticides and additives
3) Graze, don't gobble
-Cut portion sizes when you serve the food by using a smaller spoon and smaller dishes. This way everyone can enjoy a little bit of everything, instead of going overboard on any one thing
4)Remember, the holidays are about family, friends and community, not stuffing your face.
-Center your holiday around activities and spending time with loved ones, friends and helping your community. The food will then be simply an added bonus.
I hope these tips help you get through this fantastic weekend without as much guilt and with much more health and happiness. I'll be enjoying my Thursday at the gym in the morning, at a turkey sanctuary in the afternoon and talking philosophy on my porch at night. That sounds like awesome to me. Spending the day with people I love, doing things I love, and volunteering for one of the most intelligent and loving creatures on the planet.
What are your Thanksgiving plans? :)
While my family doesn't actually celebrate this Holiday, I have been to many Thanksgiving celebrations over the years, and even I, the girl with the willpower of steel, have gone a little crazy at the dinner table (I bring you Exhibit A: My friend Jonnie's Baked Brie, which I ate almost half of by myself! and Exhibit B: My ex-boyfriend's mom's pumpkin cheesecake, of which I always had seconds whenever she made it). So even though I won't be celebrating in any traditional ways this year, I still have some ideas on how you all can have your cake, eat it and not undo all of your hard workouts:
1) Get some exercise in on the big day
-Yes I know you'll be slaving away in the kitchen for hours or parked on your couch for football all day on Thursday, but you can find some time to squeeze in some calorie burning in the morning before it all begins. Get up a bit early and get in some cardio or other exercise to jump start your day. Go for a brisk walk, ride a bike around your neighborhood with your kids or your dog, go to the gym (some are open on Thanksgiving, mine is!), or do a workout video. If your family is willing to forgo some football, you can even get them involved. Try organizing a family kickball game or do some races around the Neighborhood. You live in FL? Great! It's hot as heck right now, so get your family in the pool for a little while! Whatever you can do to get some exercise before you start cooking or loafing, do it! That way, you can stress and little less all that yummy food you're going to eat.
2) Use better-for-you ingredients in your cooking.
-Trade out the homemade fat-infused gravy for an organic, lower-fat option (Wholefoods and Trader Joes offer great options, both stored and fresh made)
-Use organic and/or dairy-free cream, milk and butter ingredients (Dairy free creams, milks and butters have much less fat, calories and cholesterol than regular dairy products)
-Swapping out ingredients from your recipes to include vegetables and fruits that are in season, organic and locally grown allows you to be certain that they are free of pesticides and additives
3) Graze, don't gobble
-Cut portion sizes when you serve the food by using a smaller spoon and smaller dishes. This way everyone can enjoy a little bit of everything, instead of going overboard on any one thing
4)Remember, the holidays are about family, friends and community, not stuffing your face.
-Center your holiday around activities and spending time with loved ones, friends and helping your community. The food will then be simply an added bonus.
I hope these tips help you get through this fantastic weekend without as much guilt and with much more health and happiness. I'll be enjoying my Thursday at the gym in the morning, at a turkey sanctuary in the afternoon and talking philosophy on my porch at night. That sounds like awesome to me. Spending the day with people I love, doing things I love, and volunteering for one of the most intelligent and loving creatures on the planet.
What are your Thanksgiving plans? :)
Friday, November 18, 2011
Think you can't afford to eat healthy and exercise?
The holidays are upon us, and as if everyone in this country wasn't strapped for cash before, now we have to buy loads of Christmas and holiday gifts for our friends and family. However are we supposed to afford organic produce and groceries and gym memberships and equipment?
Your body cannot and should not take a back seat to your holiday responsibilities. Your body is the single most important thing you'll ever have in this life. I'm not saying that it needs to have washboard abs, but you need to take care of it as well as humanly possible at all times, and this does not have to cost a fortune for anyone.
Organic produce is often not that much more expensive than regular produce. Conventional baby carrots are typically $1.69 a bag while their organic counterparts are $1.99 a bag. Aside form the fact that organic carrots just taste better, I think NOT ingesting pesticides is worth the extra 30 cents. Organic apples work just like regular ones, in that certain varieties are cheaper at different times. The price difference is often no more than $1/lb and usually less than that. I get whatever organic apples are the lowest price and often find that they are only 20-40 cents per pound more than the regular apples down the next aisle.
The same goes for grocery items like soups, pastas, cereals and frozen foods. The difference in cost is hardly worth the risks you take of eating genetically engineered, synthetic, and dangerous chemically-infused and processed foods. Do yourself a favor, and don't skimp on your body. You can shave a few cents off in other areas of your life, like buy one less song on iTunes each month, or wash your dishes by hand once a week.
And don't even think about putting your gym membership on hold to save some holiday money. What will you spend that money on, cookies, mashed potatoes and pie? That all sounds good, but in January, you won't be thankful anymore. It is especially during the holidays that we need to keep up our fitness. Get to the gym and put in a little extra when you know you'll be having tons of great holiday eats later that night.
Yes this is the season for giving, but you can't give up on yourself in the process. It isn't about coming out of the holidays looking like a model. It's about being healthy and fit so you can enjoy the holidays that much more. It's about BEING WITH your family and friends, not how much you can buy them and how much you can eat.
And that's where I stand on this subject. :)
Your body cannot and should not take a back seat to your holiday responsibilities. Your body is the single most important thing you'll ever have in this life. I'm not saying that it needs to have washboard abs, but you need to take care of it as well as humanly possible at all times, and this does not have to cost a fortune for anyone.
Organic produce is often not that much more expensive than regular produce. Conventional baby carrots are typically $1.69 a bag while their organic counterparts are $1.99 a bag. Aside form the fact that organic carrots just taste better, I think NOT ingesting pesticides is worth the extra 30 cents. Organic apples work just like regular ones, in that certain varieties are cheaper at different times. The price difference is often no more than $1/lb and usually less than that. I get whatever organic apples are the lowest price and often find that they are only 20-40 cents per pound more than the regular apples down the next aisle.
The same goes for grocery items like soups, pastas, cereals and frozen foods. The difference in cost is hardly worth the risks you take of eating genetically engineered, synthetic, and dangerous chemically-infused and processed foods. Do yourself a favor, and don't skimp on your body. You can shave a few cents off in other areas of your life, like buy one less song on iTunes each month, or wash your dishes by hand once a week.
And don't even think about putting your gym membership on hold to save some holiday money. What will you spend that money on, cookies, mashed potatoes and pie? That all sounds good, but in January, you won't be thankful anymore. It is especially during the holidays that we need to keep up our fitness. Get to the gym and put in a little extra when you know you'll be having tons of great holiday eats later that night.
Yes this is the season for giving, but you can't give up on yourself in the process. It isn't about coming out of the holidays looking like a model. It's about being healthy and fit so you can enjoy the holidays that much more. It's about BEING WITH your family and friends, not how much you can buy them and how much you can eat.
And that's where I stand on this subject. :)
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