Aw I’m glad to hear that. Makes me happy. It can be hard to find a bit of time to do things like cooking when you work a lot but it’s possible. Just think of quick meals that you can make that is healthy. Try to focus on a lot of fruits and veggies. Make time for yourself to prepare a sandwich, a salad, cut up some fruits and veggies, maybe make burritos or taco’s. You can even prepare some of this stuff earlier if possible and heat it up later. I don’t have my own personal kitchen or much food that requires a lot of cooking, and I never want to take long to make my meals and clean up, so my meals are usually quick. I post some of them in my pictures/posts page if that gives you any help into quick meals. You can heat up some marinara sauce, grate some zucchini, dice some tomatoes and whatever else you want on it, mix it together, and enjoy. That could only take you… as long as you wait for your fast food. It might take a bit for you to get a little creative with food but it’s actually pretty fun when you start to realize all of the different things that you can do. A few things I could tell you to make are in that link of my foods. And eating healthy isn’t expensive if you know how to spend. It’s a bit difficult at first but it all depends on what you buy. And with exercise… It’s hard at home but if you can give yourself at least 30 minutes to exercise a day, that’s something. Do some jump roping, push ups, tricep dips, bicycle crunches, reverse crunches, planks, squats and walking lunges, etc. You can actually get a lot done in that little bit of time. Finding the motivation can be hard but just go for it. Tell yourself how bad you want it, and do it! Make an inspiration/motivation board, put on your swim suit, whatever motivates you to keep pushing. You can do it (: I hope this was helpful. read more..
Tuesday, 5 June 2012
Quick Meals-Motivation
High Blood Pressure-Healthy Eating
Learn 13 ways to dial down high blood pressure naturally:
13 Ways to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally - Prevention.com
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You can lower high blood pressure naturally, quickly, and without drugs. See these Healthy Eating, exercise, and lifestyle tips to treat high blood pressure without medication, from Prevention. read more..
Calves-Muscle
We’re all built differently so you might naturally have larger calves than you’re hoping for. You can’t target fat loss but you will naturally lose some fat in that area if you lose weight all over. Your body will balance it all out. If it’s Muscle from exercise, you can do exercises that don’t build the muscle so much. Just remember that we all have different bodies and you will have to accept yours for how it’s meant to be. (: read more..
Monday, 4 June 2012
Strength Training-Strength Exercise-Arm Exercises-Leg Exercises-Chronic Pain
Top toning exercises you're not doing but should. What's your favorite strength exercise to do?
The Best Strength Training Exercises You’re Not Doing - Prevention.com
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See the best exercises that help build strength and lean muscle that you may not know about. You’ll get arm exercises, leg exercises, abs exercises, and more exercises to help you lose weight fast read more..
Working out with chronic pain? Yep, you can do it. Here's how:
Working out with chronic pain? Yep, you can do it. Here's how:
How To Exercise With Chronic Pain - Prevention.com
If you're living with chronic pain, the key to feeling better could be exercise, according to a new study that shows how anyone can boost their... read more..
Strength Training-Kate Hudson-Dance Class-Bingham
When Kate Hudson's not running after her two sons, Ryder and Bingham, she catches a Pilates session or dance class. She's also a fan of Core Fusion, a mix of yoga, Pilates, ballet, and strength training. The Best Summer Bodies of 2012: read more..
Ottawa Chapter-Helmet Safety-Head Injuries-Head Injury-Discounts
Tomorrow is “Helmet Day” and to raise awareness of the importance of wearing a helmet, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is marking this day by collaborating with 24 local retailers, who will be offering one-day discounts on helmets to customers at 46 retail locations across the city.“A helmet is an essential piece of cycling equipment that can reduce the chance of a head injury by as much as 85 per cent. My helmet lives with my bike. They go everywhere together! Every year, approximately 5,700 children and youth under the age of 20 visit Ottawa emergency rooms for head injuries and of these, 400 are hospitalized,” said Board of Health Member Councillor David Chernushenko. “We are proud to be partnering, for the first time, with retailers to help increase the accessibility of this very important piece of protective gear.”Kunstadt Sports is one of the 24 retailers offering discounts for Helmet Day. “We like to promote cycling not only for health benefits but also for transportation,” said Kunstadt Sports owner, Eric Kunstadt. “We want to make it easier for people to participate in cycling and make it a fun and a safe activity.” Kunstadt Sports is offering a 30 per cent discount on helmets at their three Ottawa locations.Mark White, an avid cyclist and survivor of a 2009 hit and run collision expressed a need for more parents to do their part in promoting helmet safety: “It is up to us to be role models for safe and active living. For a child, it sends a confusing message when they must wear a helmet for their safety, but parents do not. My helmet saved my life and I would like to be a part of creating change by promoting how important it is to wear a helmet.”Before buying a helmet, ensure that you are purchasing the proper style of helmet for the sport you are engaging in and use the 2V1 rule:2: Ensure your helmet sits level and square on your head, and the front is two fingers distance from the helmet to eyebrows.V: Adjust the straps to meet just below the ear in a V shape, and fasten comfortably.1: Allow only one finger to fit between the chin strap and the chin, so your helmet fits snug.In Ontario, bicycle helmets must be worn by all cyclists who are under the age of 18 – it is the law. OPH recommends that all residents wear helmets to protect themselves from serious injury.“Helmets save lives. As well, the potential of a neurological disability is very high when an un-helmeted head hits the pavement,” states Dr. Michael Vassilyadi, Director of Think First Ottawa Chapter. “Wearing a properly fitted helmet, while engaged in summer activities, such as cycling, skateboarding and rollerblading, is the best investment you can make in protecting your brain.”For more information on Ottawa Helmet Day discounts visit: www.adoptahelmet.comFor more information about choosing and using the correct helmet, please visit ottawa.ca/health or call 613-580-6744 (TTY: 613-580-9656). You can also connect with OPH on Facebook and Twitter (@ottawahealth).For more information:
613-580-2450Public inquiries read more..
Positive Mental Health-Mental Health Issue
Our mental health is a crucial determinant of our overall health, yet we often do not talk about it. But with the help of prominent figures like Clara Hughes, Daniel Alfredsson, and Margaret Trudeau, the importance of talking about mental health openly and directly is coming out of the shadows. We all know someone who has been affected by a mental health issue, so let’s play our part to learn, talk, reflect and engage with others on all issues relating to mental health and well-being. Attaining positive mental health is something that we can all strive to achieve. Here are 10 easy tips we can all use to help us attain this:
- Make time for Family and Friends
- Eat healthy and Exercise
- Enjoy hobbies
- Set personal goals
- Share humour
- Volunteer
- Create a meaningful budget
- Give and accept support
- Learn ways to cope with negative thoughts
- Build self confidence.