We've talked about making healthy food choices at home and at a party, but what about when you are out of town? Can you still eat healthy when traveling? The answer is yes. Here are 10 tips to help you make wise choices when you are away from home. 1. Pack non-perishable healthy snacks before you go. This could include nuts and seeds, jerky, or protein bars. 2. Drink lots of water. Take your own water bottle and fill it at the hotel's fitness center. This should be free, filtered water which is better than the room's tap water and cheaper than paying for plastic bottles of water. 3. Choose a hotel room with a kitchenette if possible. If not, but the room has a mini-bar, ask in … [Read More...]
Be kind. Be gentle. Be forgiving.
Hello, friends. I'm guessing that most of you, like me, try to be very kind toward others. You are generous, giving, and sensitive to the people you interact with. It is not something you have to work … [Read More...]
Learning to Let Go
Raise your hand if you love change. Hmmm. I don't see many hands in the air. I guess I am not alone. We have been talking in the last few posts about change, how it is often difficult, but it can also … [Read More...]
Week 18: Motivation Mini-Cards
When I started the 80 pounds in 80 weeks challenge I believed I would be successful, but I also acknowledged that it wouldn't be easy. There would be … [Read More...]
Week 14: Quick & Simple Lunch Ideas
It seems everyone is abuzz with back-to-school talk. All the blogs are full of back-to-school fashion ideas, creating a homework zone, even printable … [Read More...]
Week 23: How to Overcome a Lack of Motivation
Waning motivation. Have you ever been a victim of this? Sometimes you are excited about eating healthy and working out, but other times it feels like … [Read More...]