Summary May 28, 2008

Central theme-
Loosen up, lighten up, and lose!


Thoughts for the week-
What did I do last week to help myself through the holiday weekend?

• I ate some of the high-calorie foods at my folk's home, but I also set out some fruits for snacks, too.
• I brought healthy snacks with me in the car.
• I did a few exercises while driving in the car.
• I explained to my mom what we could eat: Instead of the one muffin, we could eat a cup of grapes, a cup of strawberries, a bowl of cereal with milk, and eggs for the same amount of calories and less fat.

Paint a picture of summer relaxation, food wise:

• Grilling hot dogs, burgers and pork chops
• Cold beverage and a hot dog at the baseball game
• Watermelon
• Farmers market
• ICE CREAM!!!
• Fair Fare: Fried cheese curds, Food on a stick, Deep Fried everything
• Picnic Food: Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Fried Chicken, etc.
  

So much of summer is about food. However, we need to keep our weight goals in focus.

Paint a picture of what you would like to be at the end of the summer.

• Fit into summer clothes comfortably
• Not being hot and sweaty all the time
• Feeling light and energetic
• Swimming suit shape
• Bright and cheery

We used the WW Storyboarding technique to help us visualize our goal. Mine was to be under 170# by the end of the summer; that seems to be a barrier for me. I'll do this by going to the grocery store regularly, keeping healthy snacks around me both at home and work. Get into a regular jogging routine, and do fun activities with friends: bicycling, jogging, Frisbee golf, golf, etc.


Web links-
Excellent Nutrition Information Site
Body For Life Exercise Demos
Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail
Frisbee Golf Courses in WI


Closing quote-
There are two things in life to aim for--
The first is to have a goal.
The second is to enjoy achieving it.
The wisest people remember the first,
And concentrate on the second.


Recipe
White Chicken Chili

48 oz jar Great Northern beans
3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups thick + chunky salsa
1 cup fat-free shredded mozzarella cheese

Spray pan with non-stick spray. Brown chicken and cut into small pieces.
Add all but cheese. Simmer for 1 hour.
Stir in cheese until melted.
1/2 cup = 1 Point