Continuing with my simple strategies to maximize your health and happinesss, today we begin with lucky #6…!
#6. Cross Train. By this I am referring to more than just variety of exercise and movement. Mix it up when it comes to foods, habits, work, etc. It’s good for the brain, the body, and soul!
#7. Plan. [...] Read Full Story
To live a life balanced with health, work, family & happiness, I have always talked about the foundation coming down to three main things: living fit (movement, nutrition, rest), living “strong” (helping others, mentoring, volunteering, acts of kindness, giving blood), and laughing often (not taking life so seriously).
Recently I was asked to expand these [...] Read Full Story
Earlier this week, we talked about some simple strategies to help keep you on the track with weight maintenance or weight loss. Today, let’s continue that conversation with a few more ideas that are easy to implement.
1. Eat off a plate in stead of eating straight out of a large box or bag. This goes [...] Read Full Story
Looking for effective ways to stay on track with your diet and weight loss goals? Here are a few simple strategies to help you get there–gathered from researchers at colleges around the U.S.
1. Pay attention. Really, you say? You betcha, instead of wolfing down your meal, slow down and note the color, texture, smell [...] Read Full Story
Looking for effective ways to stay on track with your diet and weight loss goals? Here are a few simple strategies to help you get there–gathered from researchers at colleges around the U.S.
1. Pay attention. Really, you say? You betcha, instead of wolfing down your meal, slow down and note the color, texture, smell [...] Read Full Story
NY City’s Department of Health and Hygiene surveyed over 11,000 customers in 2007 and then again in 2008 at 13 fast-food chains. They found the people consumer fewer calories (106 less, to be exact) if they check the calorie count before ordering. Hats off to the city for passing a labeling law that requires fast-food [...] Read Full Story
NY City’s Department of Health and Hygiene surveyed over 11,000 customers in 2007 and then again in 2008 at 13 fast-food chains. They found the people consumer fewer calories (106 less, to be exact) if they check the calorie count before ordering. Hats off to the city for passing a labeling law that requires fast-food [...] Read Full Story
This past Saturday and Sunday, the iHealthchic Race team helped coordinate the Girls in Motion Trick or Treat Triathlon for boys and girls up to age 14. There were just under 200 children racing and what FUN we had encouraging these youngsters as they challenged their physical abilities. Lucky for us, we had the [...] Read Full Story
This past Saturday and Sunday, the iHealthchic Race team helped coordinate the Girls in Motion ( www.girlsinmotion.org ) Trick or Treat Triathlon for boys and girls up to age 14. There were just under 200 children racing and what FUN we had encouraging these youngsters as they challenged their physical abilities. Lucky for us, we had the BEST jobs working the transition area. The determination and grit we witnessed was such an inspiration.
We love helping this organization because of its wo... Read Full Story
Continuing the share out of Dr. Oz’s “Greatest Health Tips,” today we pick back up with # 16….
#16. Put it in the bank…finances are often listed as a major stressor. Put some money aside for emergencies and you will sleep better. Stress drives people to do things that aren’t the best for them like smoking, [...] Read Full Story