(The photo just reminds me what God gave us… and how we cover it up with layers!!)
Yesterday I threw in a quick full body resistance work out before heading out for my run. I wouldn’t normally do this, and I don’t normally recommend this… I just felt the urge yesterday. So be it!
I knew it [...]
A few days ago my dad was telling me a sad story on the phone. He was reading a newspaper story to me about two dogs who had recently died within 30 minutes of drinking water from a ditch next to the field they were out for a walk in with their owner.
First, I’m a [...]
Last night we had meal number two from the ground bison I had cooked a few days ago. Meal number one was Southwest Bison Lettuce Wraps. Last night’s meal was bison chili served with salad.
Tonight, we’ll use most of the remaining (cooked) chicken breast for chicken stir fry. We’ll have enough chicken left for a [...]
Friday’s resistance training (weight training) work out was preceded by a nice, long “power” walk in the morning.
Again, I’ve started using resistance bands in my work out a bit more lately, so you’ll see more of those exercises sprinkled in here. Some of the exercises are challenging to describe or explain… but I’m sure you [...]
Are you the “turkey master” for your family’s Thanksgiving celebration?
This year, we’re celebrating Thanksgiving at my sister-in-law’s home… so I’m not the head chef (whew!). I’ll be there for support and giggles, though!
In case you’re looking for a simple and healthy turkey recipe for this week, here’s one from the NY Times. You can make [...]
My last run was a goofy one!
I knew I wasn’t feeling overly energetic when I was getting ready or when I first headed out. Usually, if that’s the case, I shake it off pretty quickly once I get going.
Nope, not this time!
The stars were simply not aligned for my last run. I ended up cutting [...]
So, I mentioned a couple days ago that I was taking chicken out of the freezer for the next “cook it once, eat it twice… or more” meals.
(No, the chicken isn’t still sitting out. Don’t worry!)
My focus of late has returned to getting better (again!) at not only planning healthy meals in advance, but also [...]
I’ve been listening to and watching the news on the new mammogram recommendations this week. When I first caught a glimpse of the report a few days ago, missing the source of the study, I was surprised that something so historically sacred as a conventional breast cancer test would be put off another 10 years.
Then [...]
Being completely healthy includes our emotional, mental, social and spiritual health in addition to our physical health.
Health is a state of consistent homeostatic cell function… a state of consistent overall balance.
Emotional and mental health doesn’t mean that we never have stressful moments… or days… or weeks… or chapters of our life! No. Stress if part [...]
My last work out was different than most. I used mostly resistance bands for added weight. It wasn’t as intense as other work outs… not because of the nature of resistance bands, but due to the nature of the exerciser that day!
The work out:
30 supine leg presses with 30 lb. resistance band (lying on my [...]
Here are some simple tips and strategies for successfully making the transition from toxic, sickness-promoting foods to healthier food choices and mindset.
No, it’s not about being perfect! HealthIER choices make a healthIER person!
(This article was written for a publication geared toward parenting… but you’ll quickly see that these principles apply for ALL of us!)
Click the [...]
OK, since you asked…
Tonight’s dinner was part one of “cook it once, eat it twice”. Sounds thoroughly disgusting… but it’s not at all! It’s about saving time, money, energy… and planning for healthy choices.
I cooked/browned a couple pounds of grass-fed ground bison. (I cook it in pure coconut oil.) I set a little more than [...]
I’ve been giving my body a bit of a chance to heal up! Last week, I did weight training/resistance training two times instead of three, and I’ve added some more walking to my cardio portfolio!
So, this is how the last few days have shaped up since I last checked in:
Friday
Went for 30 minute ‘power walk’ [...]
I went into my last weight training/resistance training work out with the intention of adding some “power moves” to add to the work out’s fat-burning potential.
This is how it turned out:
150 alternating lunges onto Bosu ball while holding medicine ball – alternated ball position: 25 twisting to each side, 25 with ball straight overhead, 25 [...]
As I mentioned here the other day, our Thanksgiving tradition is to spend the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving talking about (and writing about, now that the kids are old enough) what we’re thankful for each day. This year, we have little note cards and pencils right at the table to jot down appreciative thoughts, [...]
The other night, I got home later than expected after a very full day. Working out was not on my schedule for earlier in the day (I had gone out for a 40 minute “power walk” with dog breath instead), so I needed to squeeze one in before dinner.
The challenge was that my all-time favorite [...]
One of our Thanksgiving traditions is to spend the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving talking about, making crafts about, writing about, etc. what we are thankful for.
This year, with both kids writing, we made this little project our dining table centerpiece.
I have a glass jar with “Thanksgiving-colored” little sheets of paper and a couple pencils, [...]
Today is Pizza Day at the “school” our daughter attends.
(Yes, we home school, but one day each week she attends “school” with many other home schooling kids and takes some great classes in subjects that her charming, talented and brilliant mother would not have necessarily taught her at home!)
Anyhow, just like at “regular” school, it [...]
My husband just about went through the roof when this commercial for the drug Abilify came on tonight!! (I had seen it once before… so instead of the initial shock and disbelief he was feeling, I just felt sad… and the need to throw up.)
This commercial… this drug… irks me. Can you BELIEVE the side [...]
Here’s another recently published article that might offer you a little guidance in helping your family make healthier food choices.
Spoiler warning: this is VERY simple!! : )
Enjoy, and pass along to another health-seeker!
(Click this link)
http://articlesmind.com/?id=55188
