Hello, summer! We've been waiting for you to show up (sometimes we thought you'd never get here!). Now that you're arrived we are heading outdoors to soak up the sun and have some fun with picnics and BBQs. Of course, because we are smart about our health and fitness, we'll want to learn a few things. Like...what's in that hot dog we are eating? (Don't worry, it's not scare tactic.)

If you're like us, you also like taking your workout outdoors to enjoy the sun, fresh air and smells of summer. It's important to be safe, especially when temperatures start to climb. We're linking to a great article featuring 13 ways to cool down your summer workout. After all, it's always cool to be cool!

Finally, we're taking a look at the new federal government food guidelines. Gone are the days of the food pyramid we grew up on. They have revamped it and are calling it MyPlate in hopes this simple visual makes it easier for people to understand portion sizes. We can always use a good reminder about portion control.

So, get out there and enjoy your summer! See you next month.