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“Improving the quality of the school meals is a critical step to building a healthy future for our kids.” – Tom Vilsack, Agriculture Secretary “A healthier population will save billions of dollars in future health care costs.” –Dawn Undurraga, Environmental Working Group staff nutritionist New guidelines were recently released to help improve school lunches. The good: Doubling the amount of fruits and veggies in cafeteria lunches. More whole-grain foods. Limiting calories, sodium... Read Full Story

My work is doing a GIVEAWAY on the company  Facebook Page . To enter to potentially win a $40 prepaid debit card , simply “Like” the page and write your “February Resolution” on the wall. Your “February Resolution” can be anything that you plan to do to move yourself towards improved health and wellness. More details on the Orriant Blog here . Don’t miss your chance to recommit to your New Year’s resolutions and also potentially win a great prize just for sharing your goal! Most... Read Full Story

Getting the week started with a good workout just feels good. Did 40 mins in the pool followed by a 40 min run. Training for the Utah Half is now underway. Other Posts You Might Like: Move it Monday – Again Training Week in Review 11/14/09 Run and Food Training Week in Review 11/7/09 Read Full Story

Enjoyed the holiday today by loading up the rugrats and heading to the mall for a nice walk. It was that or bundle up for a cold, long bike ride. We walked at a good clip for 60 minutes, without stopping in any stores. Believe me, with the wife in tow, that’s a huge accomplishment. :) Other Posts You Might Like: New Bike Move Around Exercise is Medicine for Your Joints Friday Fun Run Read Full Story

I’m loving my new bike. It kinda stinks riding in the middle of winter but I’ve had a few decent rides on it so far. Glad Wife finally gave it the “ok”! Looks like little Tayster likes it too. :) Other Posts You Might Like: Winter Jump on Your Bike Move Around 41 Miles Read Full Story

“It’s easier to get up the will-power to turn down a 900 calorie double-burger with cheese and sauce and opt for a 400 calorie chicken sandwich or salad when you know your entire daily needs are about 1600 calories.” – Joan Carter, a CNRC registered dietitian and instructor of pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Looking for another calorie-needs estimator? Try this one from the Baylor College of Medicine . The time for New Year’s resolutions is upon us. What will... Read Full Story

“Any combination of steps–making fruits and vegetables part of every meal, limiting treats, walking and playing, even shopping together—can add up to make a real difference in children’s lives and help build healthy habits for life.” – LetsMove.gov: For Parents Parents can really make a difference in helping kids develop healthy habits. You already know that. Think of a way to do it better. Other Posts You Might Like: How to Help Kids Develop Healthy Habits Michelle Obama and Elmo... Read Full Story

My girl just can’t get enough broccoli. It’s pretty awesome. She likes it steamed straight-up. Reasons to eat more broccoli: Potential Cancer Prevention It’s Just Good For You Enjoy! Other Posts You Might Like: A Decent Dinner Sunday Dinner Vitamins National Nutrition Month Read Full Story

“It’s not how long you stay standing, but how often you stand up, how often you challenge your body to respond. What provides the baseline of physiological activity in the body is small to large movement, intermittently all day, every day.” – Joan Vernikos, former director of life sciences at NASA Even if you regularly exercise, it’s still a good idea to be active throughout your day, according to this article from ABC News: Key to Fighting Cancer is to Stay Active Other Posts You... Read Full Story

So yeah, I’m still here. It has been a busy last little while. I accepted a new position at Orriant that keeps me busy, and on top of that, we’ve been dealing with a sick toddler for the last month. Well, I’m back. Stay tuned. Other Posts You Might Like: A Decent Dinner New Addition to the Family Friday Fun Run Sunday Walk Read Full Story