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(#9) Eating Downhill

I have a quick hit for you today. Eat downhill. That means the number of calories you consume should be high in the morning and decrease as the day goes on. Often I see people skipping breakfast, have a smallish lunch and then pack it in at dinner time. Then they add evening snacks to boot. Studies have shown that people who eat this way tend to gain unwanted weight and increase their risk of obesity.... [Read more]

(#8) Late Night Snacks: Avoid Santa’s Example

(#8) Late Night Snacks: Avoid Santa’s Example

Unless you’re wearing a red velvet suit and have a beard, eating cookies in the middle of the night is not for you. Look what it’s done to Santa’s physique! So what should you be munching on in those last few hours of the day before bedtime? This is a key time that can either sink your prior good efforts or prepare you for upcoming success tomorrow. If you are in the habit of reaching for... [Read more]

Belly Dancing for the Homeless this Saturday?

Belly Dancing for the Homeless this Saturday?

You've probably done stranger things, right? Well, if you're in Cincinnati this Saturday, here’s your chance to give it a shot and benefit the homeless at the same time. Belly dancing doesn't strike you? How about Salsa? Zumba? Maybe Intense Core Training is a little more up your alley? Compliment that with Fit Ball, and stretch with a little yoga or pilates perhaps?  If nothing else, you can make... [Read more]

(#7) Chocolate Nut Clusters and a Bike

So Friday I was out with friends and there were these oh so tempting chocolate and caramel covered macadamia nut clusters.  I practically slipped on the puddle of drool that was collecting at my feet. I politely nibbled on the first one and then stood there listening to a conversation that I couldn’t focus on because I was too busy calculating the appropriate time lapse that would be considered... [Read more]

(#6) Eating Strategies for A Night on the Town

Well with only two weeks left before Christmas I know things are heating up and the parties are in full gear.  So how to go to the office party, the family gathering, the neighborhood party and your aunt Lola’s house with that annoying yappy dog she has, without blowing it all?  Yes there should be some parties on your schedule that are planned as no holds barred, gastronomical celebrations and... [Read more]

(#5) Oops…I tripped

Well I’ve done it now. The inevitable “bail out” occurred this week where I missed an important workout. And what was so important that I skipped a scheduled workout you may ask? The typical, just wanted to get more work done. Did it really change anything?  In regards to work, hell no, that “to do” list just keeps growing no matter how hard I work. So what’s the end result? Work is still... [Read more]

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