Never say Never....New Years Resolutions 2016

Happy New Year 2016-B-fitters!! It's that resolution time...are you ready to take care of you this year? How about we all stop saying "never" and I'm going to try! Try something new as your resolution this year....adopt an all veggie dinner night once a week, get creative in your workouts, keep consistency in your healthy routine. Consistency is key! Workout, take the time for YOU each and EVERYDAY! All you need is 20minutes a day to feel good, to take a moment and look at you- You as a whole person, body, mind and soul. Your health is the key to achieving all your goals this year. Take care of YOU and the rest will fall in line. Be well, be real, and B-FIT4U in 2016 :) Cheers to YOU!!oxoxo -~FoodieGIRL

Soup's on!

Soup.... Let's talk about it! It's a wonderful way to get a full, yet slimming belly without a ton of calories. Easy to fix and fabulously heart warming, it's a one bowl meal packed with veggies and protein. And sure it's great to make a batch of homemade soup on a Sunday and have it portion controlled in Tupperware for the week, but if you don't have that kind of time, canned has come a long way! With low sodium, healthy choice options like Campbell's Chunky healthy choice. Sooooo gooood and soooo filling with amazing creamy options like chicken and dumplings. You get a comforting meal that has the calorie count and fat all figured out there for you! And it's delicious! Pair your soup with whole grain crackers and you have a great meal. So ditch those toooo comforting belly busting winter meals for soup, fill up not out, Ya dig? ;

"Slim" Comfort

Baby it's cold outside....you just sang that last line didn't you! It's hard not too right? There's a little Fa la la la laaaaa in the air whether you're ready for it or not, and Tom the Turkey has no say in the matter! The weather is changing and so is your wardrobe...but what about that waistline? Do you really want to find yourself 10 lbs. heavier this holiday season? Or are you ready to challenge yourself to B-FIT4U? Sure with colder temps comes belly warming foods BUT that doesn't mean your workouts fly out the door! Keep up that movement everyday; it won't only keep you healthy and trim, it will de-stress you when dealing with those unforeseen anxiety ridden talks with your Aunt Gerty at Thanksgiving, you get our point! Keep up those workouts! Don't let weather be your excuse to fall off the healthy wagon! And comfort food can easily be trimmed down! Yep! Turkey meatloaf anyone? Smart balance "butter" spread in those mashed taters? Fill those casseroles with more veggies than cheese. While you're at it, think veggies all around that plate before you go for a second helping of anything else. And veggies are oh so comforting when roasted and carmelized in the oven. So don't make excuses for your unhealthy living by blaming it on Mother Nature. The truth is she's going to make the sun shine and the temps rise sooner than you think, so be prepared to throw away those bulky sweaters with healthy pride! You got this, B-Fitter!

Halloween!!

Yay!! It's almost Halloween!! All that CANDY!! Indeed one of our favorite holidays!! But how do you stick with your B-FIT4U lifestyles AND enjoy all the tricks and treats of the season?? Well first don't forget that workout Halloween morning, yep prepare yourself for those little indulgences or allowances you know you're going to partake in later that day. Secondly, portion control those treats...it's the land of "fun size" candy bars this time of year so that is helpful in snacking without overindulging. Each fun size is generally 50 calories so you do the math;) AND remember with each fun food, family and fun centered Holiday approaching us, the actual Holiday is one day! Not a week before and a week after. So if you find yourself hiding in the closet with your kids trick or treat bag gobbling everything up before anyone finds you....it's time to donate it. There are tons of fun organizations that will make you feel good! Donate to the troops or turn all those chocolates into cookies and bring to your local shelter, fire department or soup kitchen and make someone smile. Whatever you do remember holidays are one day, have fun, give yourself a treat or two guilt free because you work hard everyday to maintain a healthy balanced lifestyle. Balance includes a little chocolate, it just does :) Don't forget your 80/20 rule-80% of the time healthy-20% treats and when you gotta get yourself back on track put those sneakers on, grab a friend and get back out there walk, run or jog through those beautiful Fall leaves and always remember to B-FIT4U! Happy Halloween!!

EAT those GREENS!

Fall and Winter are a wonderful time to eat the vegetable bounty of the season, namely "greens". Things like spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are beautiful leafy veggies that love growing in your garden alongside these cooler temps, AND they are just as plentiful at your grocer's mart. They are easy to prepare and add tons of fiber and vitamins to your diet! Eat them raw in your favorite salad or sauté with olive oil, garlic and vidalia onion for a delicious side dish. Kale chips are all the rage and so easy to make! Spread your kale on a baking sheet and sprinkle with your favorite seasonings and a little olive oil. Bake at 450 for 10 minutes or until crispy. And don't forget you can add greens to your smoothies! Bananas, greens, yogurt, almond milk and honey/ blend in your mixer and add a straw! Yum! Any green can be tossed into your pasta, wilted into your soups(even your canned soups for an extra antioxidant punch and another serving of veggies in your healthy day!) Toss into your stir fry and rice dishes. And greens pair great with another Fall vegetable, squash! Butternut squash, sage sausage and greens are a great sautéed side dish or main meal! Don't forget that greens and squash are also conveniently in your grocer's freezer, chopped washed and fresh frozen! B-FIT4U all winter long with the vegetable bounty of the season!

What we are eating now !

I love heading to the market and finding new things to eat! Healthy new spins on my old favorites and new products calling from the shelves! So what are we eating right now? Chex Gluten Free Oatmeal is divine! Won't weigh you down and tons of glorious flavors like maple sugar will keep your belly full of fiber and your energy up! Horizon cheese snack crackers baked with a hint of carrots, organic wheat and of course cheese! With no artificial stuff! Not just for kids but you will love too! Barbara's organic cereals, certified Non-GMO put some fun in your breakfast and be a kid again without putting yourself in a sugar stuper! Honey! A great way to sweeten everything the natural way, and buy locally for great antioxidant power and support a local bee farmer :) Cliff bars, when big energy is needed, a great replacement meal on the GO! Natural Jif peanut or almond butter, great on apples or bananas for a sweet energetic treat at 3pm to power the rest of your day until dinner! Whole grain pastas, easy way to pack some more fiber in your diet. And eat your greens- winter kale, Swiss chard and spinach are growing like wildflower this time of year, put into your smoothies (you'll never taste it promise when you add a banana) or sauté with garlic and oil for a divine side dish! Better yet, bake your kale for a crispy kale chip! Eat those greens and stay lean, Ya dig? Happy Fall B-Fitters! Don't let cold weather weigh you down, breathe in that crisp air and get out there and move! You got this!!

Cool, Crisp Fall Days!

It's here.....Fall!! A beautiful time to renew your spirit with fresh air and beauty! Cool months are NOT a time to hibernate but to get out there and enjoy all this lovely season has to offer! Toss a football with your kids, kick a soccer ball with a friend, grab a group of your peers at lunch hour and toss that frisbee!! No need to be confined to your home or office, take a brisk 20 minute walk and get that fresh air circulating in your bones! Feel it deep in your soul! Exercise is not an annoying word; it should be a way of life! Move, groove, get off that old boring treadmill and discover that moving is indeed fun!!! Exercise is FUN! It works to bring all happy feelings to all parts of your mind and body! So get creative with your moving and get your groove back, one hsppy brisk walk with a friend at time! :)