Always on the go? Here is a simple list of healthy, quick food to grab when on the run. Just remember to be good about eating the correct portion size.
1. Avocado and whole wheat crackers
2. Almonds and grapes
3. Bran cereal and reduced-fat milk
4. Beef jerky and a piece of fresh fruit
5. Black bean dip and veggies
6. Cottage cheese (non-fat or low-fat) and fruit
7. Carrots and humus
8. Celery sticks with dill and non-fat or low-fat cream cheese
9. Chicken salad and pineapple
10. Fruit and low-fat yogurt
11. Fat-free refried beans and Flat Out bread or tortilla
12. Hard boiled egg with Dijon mustartd and celery
13. Kettle-corn (94% fat-free) and a bottle of flavored calorie-free water
14. Ricotta cheese (non or low-fat) and fresh fruit
15. Salad bar from the grocery store
16. Spinach salad with non or low-fat dressing on the side
17. Steamed vegetables and spray butter
18. Take-out egg drop soup and steamed vegetables
Hope fully this will give you some ideas to improve your snacking.
*information provided by Weight Watchers Regional Manager, Robin Bingham
Monday, April 27, 2009
Friday, April 10, 2009
Yep, Another Post by Me
I'm afraid that I may be the only one contributing to this blog, but that just gives more attention to me! So I will carry on. . .
Do you know what? I like being active! Who knew?! Being active and involved is getting very fun. Before I looked for every moment to do personal hobbies like reading, scrapbooking and such. These days I can't wait for my next run to see how far I can go, to get on the basketball court for the next game or being outside chasing the boys. I spent an hour this afternoon just shooting hoops today in the neighborhood ghetto court with two other ladies. It was so much fun! I still enjoy being crafty and reading but if there is a chance to play sports, I'm game.
I feel so much more alive these days than I have in a long time. My confidence just soars when I tell people I just ran 4.5 miles or get high fives when I make a nice jumper outside the paint. And today I was asked to be on a softball team and I hope to set up a few tennis matches in the next month. What a much funner way to live than moping around feeling sorry for my overweight, in-active self!
I look back to how I used to be in high school and miss those days where it was all about the next game. I want some of that glory back, the glory that I am an athlete and love sports. I know people question me when I say that I played three sports in high school. I sure don't look it, but you know what, I will get back there again. I promise you that! Next time you see me, you will think I am ten years younger fitting into those lovely polyester, purple basketball shorts with the thick gold stripes.
Now, there is a sight to behold. . . .
Do you know what? I like being active! Who knew?! Being active and involved is getting very fun. Before I looked for every moment to do personal hobbies like reading, scrapbooking and such. These days I can't wait for my next run to see how far I can go, to get on the basketball court for the next game or being outside chasing the boys. I spent an hour this afternoon just shooting hoops today in the neighborhood ghetto court with two other ladies. It was so much fun! I still enjoy being crafty and reading but if there is a chance to play sports, I'm game.
I feel so much more alive these days than I have in a long time. My confidence just soars when I tell people I just ran 4.5 miles or get high fives when I make a nice jumper outside the paint. And today I was asked to be on a softball team and I hope to set up a few tennis matches in the next month. What a much funner way to live than moping around feeling sorry for my overweight, in-active self!
I look back to how I used to be in high school and miss those days where it was all about the next game. I want some of that glory back, the glory that I am an athlete and love sports. I know people question me when I say that I played three sports in high school. I sure don't look it, but you know what, I will get back there again. I promise you that! Next time you see me, you will think I am ten years younger fitting into those lovely polyester, purple basketball shorts with the thick gold stripes.
Now, there is a sight to behold. . . .
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
The Ultimate Accountability
For those that are really bored and have nothing else to do, I have decided to make public my running journal. You may (if so inclined) view my daily workouts and thoughts at www.addanothermile.blogspot.com.
I hope this will bring some motivation to you that struggle daily with exercising and loosing weight. As you will read in my journals, running is a love that I have had to work hard for and has not been an easy thing to master.
And of course, making this public will be the ultimate motivator to me to get better and better and to keep going.
I hope this will bring some motivation to you that struggle daily with exercising and loosing weight. As you will read in my journals, running is a love that I have had to work hard for and has not been an easy thing to master.
And of course, making this public will be the ultimate motivator to me to get better and better and to keep going.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Hey Noodle
I feel your pain...why isn't this weight loss thing easier? I hurt my back again ahwile ago, but now I am back on the exercise wagon! I had a good week 2 weeks ago and then last week gained a pound. How does that happen when I thought I did good? I am part of a "weight loss" group that started 2 weeks ago and I gained..in front of 6 people. Talk about acountability! If I could only figure out how to make my motivation convert into action when it really gets tough to resist those cravings.
Thanks for sharing your daily ups and downs with us. You are amazing and such an inspiration to me. I wish I had your determination and desire. You go girl!
I am finding myhardest time of the day is late afternoon through dinner time. What do find that works for lunches and dinners that keeps you fuller and not craving so much? Any suggestions?
Love ya!
I feel your pain...why isn't this weight loss thing easier? I hurt my back again ahwile ago, but now I am back on the exercise wagon! I had a good week 2 weeks ago and then last week gained a pound. How does that happen when I thought I did good? I am part of a "weight loss" group that started 2 weeks ago and I gained..in front of 6 people. Talk about acountability! If I could only figure out how to make my motivation convert into action when it really gets tough to resist those cravings.
Thanks for sharing your daily ups and downs with us. You are amazing and such an inspiration to me. I wish I had your determination and desire. You go girl!
I am finding myhardest time of the day is late afternoon through dinner time. What do find that works for lunches and dinners that keeps you fuller and not craving so much? Any suggestions?
Love ya!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Monday, March 2, 2009
The Dissapointment Dance
For all intensive purposes, February was a disappointing month. I did not reach my exercising goals, I realized that I am still not "in shape", and I want to destroy any and all pictures of myself in shorts, a t-shirt, and a swimsuit. Not the most motivating things to inspire another go at this weight loss business. But let me share an experience I had this morning while running on the treadmill.
I listen to music on a Ipod shuffle while running, because music is probably the most helpful thing I have found to get me off my butt and moving. I just can't stand to listen to myself think for 30 minutes to an hour while staring at my basement wall. And I always have the "shuffle" button on to mix up the songs, so I never know what is coming next. Two songs played back to back this morning that really got me through and taught me a lesson on which perspective to have while encountering dissapointment in achieving weight loss.
Song #1:
life is like a mean machine
it made a mess out of me
it left me caught between
like an angry dream
i was stranded, i was stranded
and i'm standing
but i'm starting to shake
and i don't know how much more i can take
this is it now everbody get down
this is all i can take
this is how a heart breaks
you take a hit now
your feeling break down
make you stay wide awake
this is how a heart breaks
It was during this song that all my focus was on what I didn't accomplish and it made me think about the reasons why and what I was doing wrong or not doing. Then immediately song #2 began playing.
Song #2:
Risin' up, back on the street
Did my time, took my chances
Went the distance now I'm back on my feet
Just a man and his will to survive
So many times it happens too fast
You trade your passion for glory
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
You must fight just to keep them alive
It's the eye of the tiger
It's the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all
With the eye of the tiger
Face to face, out in the heat
Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
They stack the odds still we take to the street
For the kill, with the skill to survive
You can only imagine the thrill that went through me as this song was playing and the understanding that I am still in this fight because I want it so badly. I love the line, "Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry". I think I just found my new source of motivation.
So, my challenge to you is to recognize your disappointments, understand why you had them and then get back out in the street and keep fighting. Be hungry for success and go after it. We can do this! We can make changes in our lives to improve our health and loose those stubborn pounds.
And get up and dance every now and then to shake off those days that don't go so well.
I listen to music on a Ipod shuffle while running, because music is probably the most helpful thing I have found to get me off my butt and moving. I just can't stand to listen to myself think for 30 minutes to an hour while staring at my basement wall. And I always have the "shuffle" button on to mix up the songs, so I never know what is coming next. Two songs played back to back this morning that really got me through and taught me a lesson on which perspective to have while encountering dissapointment in achieving weight loss.
Song #1:
life is like a mean machine
it made a mess out of me
it left me caught between
like an angry dream
i was stranded, i was stranded
and i'm standing
but i'm starting to shake
and i don't know how much more i can take
this is it now everbody get down
this is all i can take
this is how a heart breaks
you take a hit now
your feeling break down
make you stay wide awake
this is how a heart breaks
It was during this song that all my focus was on what I didn't accomplish and it made me think about the reasons why and what I was doing wrong or not doing. Then immediately song #2 began playing.
Song #2:
Risin' up, back on the street
Did my time, took my chances
Went the distance now I'm back on my feet
Just a man and his will to survive
So many times it happens too fast
You trade your passion for glory
Don't lose your grip on the dreams of the past
You must fight just to keep them alive
It's the eye of the tiger
It's the thrill of the fight
Rising up to the challenge of our rival
And the last known survivor
Stalks his prey in the night
And he's watching us all
With the eye of the tiger
Face to face, out in the heat
Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry
They stack the odds still we take to the street
For the kill, with the skill to survive
You can only imagine the thrill that went through me as this song was playing and the understanding that I am still in this fight because I want it so badly. I love the line, "Hangin' tough, stayin' hungry". I think I just found my new source of motivation.
So, my challenge to you is to recognize your disappointments, understand why you had them and then get back out in the street and keep fighting. Be hungry for success and go after it. We can do this! We can make changes in our lives to improve our health and loose those stubborn pounds.
And get up and dance every now and then to shake off those days that don't go so well.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
A Dish Popeye Would Love
Spaghetti with Creamy Spinach Sauce
8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
2 1/2 tsp olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic gloves, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 ounces fresh baby spinach
1 1/4 cups fat-free ricotta cheese
1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, omitting the salt if desired; drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Transfer the spaghetti to a large bowl and keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add the onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is tender, 6-8 minutes. Add the spinach, in batches, if necessary and cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes. Add the spinach mixture and the ricotta to the spaghetti, toss to coat, adding the reserved pasta cooking water as needed to make a creamy sauce.
Per Serving Nutritional Info: (1 3/4 cups) 321 calories, 4 g fat, 1 g sat fat, 0 g trans fat, 13 mg chol, 468 mg sodium, 58 g carbs, 11 g fiber, 16 g protein, 200 mg calcium.
*instead of the baby spinach, you can use an equal amount of regular spinach. Remove the tough stems and coarsely chop before adding it to the skillet. You can also add mushrooms, or other vegetables according to taste.
8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
2 1/2 tsp olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic gloves, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 ounces fresh baby spinach
1 1/4 cups fat-free ricotta cheese
1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, omitting the salt if desired; drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Transfer the spaghetti to a large bowl and keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add the onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is tender, 6-8 minutes. Add the spinach, in batches, if necessary and cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes. Add the spinach mixture and the ricotta to the spaghetti, toss to coat, adding the reserved pasta cooking water as needed to make a creamy sauce.
Per Serving Nutritional Info: (1 3/4 cups) 321 calories, 4 g fat, 1 g sat fat, 0 g trans fat, 13 mg chol, 468 mg sodium, 58 g carbs, 11 g fiber, 16 g protein, 200 mg calcium.
*instead of the baby spinach, you can use an equal amount of regular spinach. Remove the tough stems and coarsely chop before adding it to the skillet. You can also add mushrooms, or other vegetables according to taste.
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