Almost There...!

In order to hit your goal of the weight you want to attain and maintain, you have to know where you are going; such as to visualize yourself wearing a size 8 instead of a 10, and set a path to it.


What is it you really want more than anything you can be gifted?
Yeah, I thought so. The gift of good health and a better shaped body for yourself right?

Just as you need a road map to get to your destination, you need a personal plan to get what you really want. That way, when food comes along you don't want to pass on, you can visualize the person you really can be with a little effort mentally (or a LOT!), and either pass on it, or have a tiny bite.

You will feel so good about yourself, because you are creating your future, not denying yourself a momentary pleasure.

Best of Luck to you in your path setting.
We can help in the process, give us a call and we will be happy to help set a plan with you!

Thank you so much for your loyal business this past year!

You Gotta Move it...Move IT!

I don't like pain; I really, really don't. But if I just walk each day, it doesn't hurt, I don't get out of breath, and I feel so much better; in every way.

If you cannot get out because of the weather, walk in the mall (without your wallet!)

Walk to the furthest bathroom or fountain in the building. Park in the far end of the parking lot. Make two laps around the outside perimeter of the warehouse store before shopping. You will be too tired to dawdle and spend more than you planned!
Stretch each morning, Use your counter as a ballet barre. (I still do that even though I quit ballet as a senior in high school. Many years ago.)

After being in bed for a week with the flu, I am ready to get moving...Join Me!

The Holidays...It's Okay, Have a Bite

Really, quit agonizing. Eat it! When you go through a buffet, use a small spoon and cut the serving in half, or take a small spoonful of each item Cut the enchilada, chicken, or whatever it is in half. Just take what YOU want, not how it is cut up. I have done this all my life. If I want 7 desserts, I have them...but I cut each one in half, fourths, or just one spoonful of each.
Cut out alcohol, and have a dessert instead. Enjoy life, one small bite at a time.
It's the Holidays! Celebrate! (Mindfully)

Fabulous recipe for Make Ahead Morning Oatmeal

You may all know of her, but I just discovered a cooking show while laying on the recliner nigh unto death with the flu (seriously!). I never watch TV, but this cooks food was for real people. Food you just probably have in your cupboard, and they all looked to die for. Even though I had no appetite!
Look at the picture here: http://www.elliekrieger.com/recipe/morning-glory-baked-oatmeal/

Her name is Ellie, and it is Ellie's real good food.It will be my next favorite breakfast I am sure, and
I will be trying this as soon as I have an appetite! Should be great for the holidays with more mouths to feed.  It can easily be adapted for less calories if you cut down the maple syrup.

Ingredients

MAKE AHEAD: The baked oatmeal can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Cover with foil and reheat in a 350-degree oven for 20 minutes, or microwave individual portions on HIGH for 1 minute.

1 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup shredded, unsweetened coconut
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon plus 1 pinch salt
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (do not use quick-cooking or instant)
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups low-fat milk (1 percent)
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1 large egg
2 tablespoons canola oil
11/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 medium Golden Delicious apple (unpeeled), cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup)
1 or 2 medium carrots, scrubbed well, then shredded (1 cup)
1/2 cup raisins

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate with cooking oil spray.

Mix together 1/2 cup of the pecans, 2 tablespoons of the coconut, 1/4 teaspoon of the cinnamon, the brown sugar and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl.

Stir together the oats, baking powder, the remaining 3/4 teaspoon of cinnamon and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a mixing bowl.

Whisk together the milk, maple syrup, egg, oil and vanilla extract in a liquid measuring cup.

Pour the milk mixture over the oat mixture, stirring to combine, then mix in the remaining 1/2 cup of pecans and the remaining 2 tablespoons of coconut, plus the apple, carrots and raisins.

Pour into the prepared baking dish. Top with the pecan-coconut mixture. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden at the edges and just set at the center. Serve warm.

Makes 8 servings

Per serving: Calories 340; Total Fat 18g (Saturated Fat 4g); Carbohydrates 41g (Dietary Fiber 5g); Protein 8g; Cholesterol 25mg; Sodium 280mg

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