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| Escape the Monday Madness | August 23, 2010 | |
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Quick tips to keep YOU healthy, sane, and productive all week long.
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 Greetings!
Welcome to all you "Oh Woman" conference participants that I met over the weekend. I hope my "It's No Big Deal" program (based on my book of the same title) inspired you to go home and make just one small change that will make a big difference in your life. Because, remember, cutting back 100 calories (or moving 100 calories more) will result in about 10 pounds lost over the year! And, what about the rest of you? Every week I discuss new ideas about how to eat just a bit healthier, to move just a little more, and to manage your stress better. Have you made any changes recently? Would you drop me a line at contact@drjo.com and let me know your success stories? Have a fabulous week! |
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Focus On:
Making Your Own Rules
Remember, ALL diets work...to help you to lose weight. But, they don't always help you to keep it off. Research of people that have lost weight and kept it off show that most don't follow any specific diet, but rather adopt a program that fits their particular lifestyle and preferences. So, develop your own rules to help you achieve your goals. One of the attendees of my recent "No Big Deal" program suggested, "avoid the food samples at the local grocery store." Here are some other ideas: - No eating after dinner (or pick another time)
- Take a walk during your lunch break
- Eat every 3 hours so you don't get overly hungry and out of control
- Just one dessert a day (or week or whatever works for you)
- Exercise 5 days a week
- No seconds
- Switch to smaller plates
Again, I'm not suggesting that you adopt ALL these on the list, just try to find one or two things you can do that are "no big deal" and you'll be on your way to a healthier life. |
Slow Down:
It Is What It Is
A few months ago I shared a story about  a group of friends that, when things get stressful and out of control, they comfort each other with the mantra, "iiwii" (pronounced EE-WEE and short for "it is what it is"). Because, let's face it, we can't control everything. Wouldn't you know, just the other day I found this wall hanging. How fun! |
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Speed Up:
Rollerblading My neighbor, Trina, has been trying out  rollerblading this summer. I love to rollerblade, too. And, what a great workout! I wear all the protective gear (like Trina), but I always wear a helmet because falls can be dangerous. For that reason, I only rollerblade in my Florida neighborhood where the sidewalks are wide and the course is flat. If you live in the hills, you might want to check out the local rollerskating rink. If you ice skated or roller skated (different from roller blades) as a kid, you'll love the rush! | |
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| Eat Out:
Emergency Food
Can you believe this picture? This is a vending  machine at a hospital waiting room! It also flashed "Energy", "Snack Attack", and "Refueling in Process". Sad, but true.
Let's face it, there are so many times when you're out of the house, get hungry, and can't get to a restaurant right away.
That's why, instead of falling victim to this talking vending machine, I carry "emergency food" in my purse at all times. My favorites include dried fruit and nuts, Lara Bars (made only from fruit and nuts) or Balance Bars. |
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Each of the above articles are designed to educate you about research or what I or others do to stay healthy, sane, and productive. Always check with your medical doctor and other health professionals (including a registered dietitian) before starting any new diet or exercise program.
Thanks for inviting me into your life this Monday morning. If you enjoyed this newsletter, please forward it onto a friend.
Sincerely,
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