I want to thank everyone for coming to classes this week. And especially those of you that brought new guests. I hope you had a great week of working out! Have a very Happy Easter!
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How's everyone doing with eating and exercising? It's really crunch time now...with warmer weather right around the corner! The goal is to stay fit and healthy all year round, but we all do it - come April & May we are hitting the calories with two fists trying to drop those pesky pounds we put on over the winter months.
I know I am guilty of this as well. I started weaving in some other workouts during the week: yoga, insanity, running. And boy can I tell I've been slacking! I'm so sore after running in the beautiful weather on Monday! But it was great to get outside.
My eating has been pretty good. Some unhealthy snacks here and there, but I've really been trying to make sure I'm eating enough calories. I think sometimes we are so worried about eating healthy that we forget to actually track the amount of calories. Not eating enough can also cause the body to pack on the pounds! Keeping a food journal is a great way to monitor your eating habits...even if you only do it for a few days.
What have you been doing to try to get ready for shorts and tank tops? Or...have you been good over winter with no worries about the lack of layers of clothing?!
I know I am guilty of this as well. I started weaving in some other workouts during the week: yoga, insanity, running. And boy can I tell I've been slacking! I'm so sore after running in the beautiful weather on Monday! But it was great to get outside.
My eating has been pretty good. Some unhealthy snacks here and there, but I've really been trying to make sure I'm eating enough calories. I think sometimes we are so worried about eating healthy that we forget to actually track the amount of calories. Not eating enough can also cause the body to pack on the pounds! Keeping a food journal is a great way to monitor your eating habits...even if you only do it for a few days.
What have you been doing to try to get ready for shorts and tank tops? Or...have you been good over winter with no worries about the lack of layers of clothing?!
Frozen Pudding Pies (I doubled recipe, made roughly 18 mini's)
1 box Jello Cookies 'n Creme pudding (mix as directed- I only used half the fat free milk, to allow it to be thicker)
1/2 block cream cheese (used weight watchers cream cheese- this also allows for a thicker creamier mix)
1/2 small Cool Whip (sugar free would work)
That is the mix i used for in the pie then I did this:
*graham cracker pie crusts (bought individual serving pie, but a large one would work just as easily, the minis were cute though :) ) *Sugar Free fudge along pie crust bottom and sides Put the mix in the crust and freeze for at least 4 hours I made up this idea in my head to make these for Nicci's birthday, and when I found the Jello mix, it had a variation of it on the side, coincidence!!! I just altered it to fit a healthier style. Also, if you have the time, you can try and make less cal. pie crusts with like reduced fat graham crackers crumbled and a low fat butter or I can't believe it's not butter stuff.
1 box Jello Cookies 'n Creme pudding (mix as directed- I only used half the fat free milk, to allow it to be thicker)
1/2 block cream cheese (used weight watchers cream cheese- this also allows for a thicker creamier mix)
1/2 small Cool Whip (sugar free would work)
That is the mix i used for in the pie then I did this:
*graham cracker pie crusts (bought individual serving pie, but a large one would work just as easily, the minis were cute though :) ) *Sugar Free fudge along pie crust bottom and sides Put the mix in the crust and freeze for at least 4 hours I made up this idea in my head to make these for Nicci's birthday, and when I found the Jello mix, it had a variation of it on the side, coincidence!!! I just altered it to fit a healthier style. Also, if you have the time, you can try and make less cal. pie crusts with like reduced fat graham crackers crumbled and a low fat butter or I can't believe it's not butter stuff.
Cheesy Turkey Macaroni Helper
1 lb turkey
1 cup hot water
2 cups milk (we made a large batch and used only half the milk it called for, still worked out good)
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni (we used wheat penne)
1 cup cheddar cheese (used fat free cheddar, only 45 cal. serv)
The sauce packet:
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder (used onion salt)
1 teaspon garlic (used garlic salt)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar (used splenda)
We made the noodles and the meat separate so it would cook faster. Once both were done we added the burger to the noodle, added the milk and water and "sauce packet" let sit until the liquid boils (stirring). Once it boils add the cheese and stir till melted. EAT UP! (I had to add extra sauce packet but I think our portions were all jacked up from trying to enlarge the recipe so much, but still delicious- kids loved it)
From Shana & Nicci! Thanks Ladies for sharing your recipe!
1 lb turkey
1 cup hot water
2 cups milk (we made a large batch and used only half the milk it called for, still worked out good)
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni (we used wheat penne)
1 cup cheddar cheese (used fat free cheddar, only 45 cal. serv)
The sauce packet:
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder (used onion salt)
1 teaspon garlic (used garlic salt)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar (used splenda)
We made the noodles and the meat separate so it would cook faster. Once both were done we added the burger to the noodle, added the milk and water and "sauce packet" let sit until the liquid boils (stirring). Once it boils add the cheese and stir till melted. EAT UP! (I had to add extra sauce packet but I think our portions were all jacked up from trying to enlarge the recipe so much, but still delicious- kids loved it)
From Shana & Nicci! Thanks Ladies for sharing your recipe!
...bring you to Zumba! Join me this week for 3 Great Classes on Tuesday & Thursday. It's a perfect way to get out of the house, get your body moving, and take a break from the day! Plus, it's good for you!
Having trouble finding motivation to get to class? Think about how great you will feel after you've worked out. Not only will you burn mega calories, but your mood will lift as well! And who doesn't want to be in a good mood?!?!
I've been doing some more research on healthy eating lately. Having problems deciding what's healthy and what's not? Join the club!
My first recommendation to you is to check out the food pyramid. This thing has been researched, studying, and put to the test time and time again. It's a perfect way to see if you are eating the proper amounts of the food that is healthiest!
Click here to learn more and to create your very own eating plan! Use it for your whole family!
Having trouble finding motivation to get to class? Think about how great you will feel after you've worked out. Not only will you burn mega calories, but your mood will lift as well! And who doesn't want to be in a good mood?!?!
I've been doing some more research on healthy eating lately. Having problems deciding what's healthy and what's not? Join the club!
My first recommendation to you is to check out the food pyramid. This thing has been researched, studying, and put to the test time and time again. It's a perfect way to see if you are eating the proper amounts of the food that is healthiest!
Click here to learn more and to create your very own eating plan! Use it for your whole family!