So many people have a lousy excuse claim they have no time to make dinner. They say they're in a rush, they're hurried after work, their kids have practice, it costs too much, blah blah blah. I posted a question on Facebook: how many wait until the weekend to really cook, enjoy food? or do you prepare food every day? Here are some of the responses: Christie … [Read more...] about So, you say you have no time to make dinner
Fitness/Nutrition
Do you pay attention to your BP & Pulse?
How many of you monitor your blood pressure and/or your pulse(heart rate)? I do on occasion and this morning I'm kinda bummed. My BP is 103/70 which is actually a bit high for me. But, the part that totally threw me off...my pulse! Why on earth is it 66 bpm? I'm normally around 48-55, that's a far cry from 66! Here's a blood pressure chart you can utilize for when … [Read more...] about Do you pay attention to your BP & Pulse?
Is it worth it? do you really want it?
Many people deal with emotional eating, giving into their cravings, over eating and other eating issues. Ponder this for a brief moment before eating something that would be an indulgence, is one minute (if that long) of pleasure worth undoing the effort you've already put in? Consider this, an average serving of chocolate cake with frosting is about 340 … [Read more...] about Is it worth it? do you really want it?
What are your thoughts on the new plate vs the food pyramid?
Yesterday the gov't introduced the new food plate, doing away with the original food pyramid. What do you think of it? We discussed it last evening on wellness chat on Twitter. Many feel it's a good guideline for children and those who need nutritional coaching but yet others (myself included) don't think we need the government telling us what we should/shouldn't … [Read more...] about What are your thoughts on the new plate vs the food pyramid?
Fitness Friday-how to get started & keep going!
Today's already Friday again! The Fitness Friday tips for today are on how to get started and keep going with your exercise program. The secret of getting ahead is getting started. -Mark Twain Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going. -Jim Ryan Studies show it takes approximately 21 days for a habit to become a natural way of … [Read more...] about Fitness Friday-how to get started & keep going!
Wellness Wednesday-10 Principles of Intuitive Eating
Today is Wellness Wednesday here at TaraBurner.com The topic for today: Intuitive Eating also known as non-dieting, conscious eating, mindful eating, wisdom eating. It means when you're in tune with your body's natural hunger signals rather than eating by emotional, stress. Ultimately eating this way creates a healthy relationship with mind, body and food. We were … [Read more...] about Wellness Wednesday-10 Principles of Intuitive Eating
National Running Day
June 1st is National Running Day! Like the site says On this day, runners everywhere share their passion for a lifestyle that is one of the best, and simplest, ways to stay fit—and so much more. You can head out solo to clear your mind, gab with your regular running buddies, or turn an unsuspecting friend into a running fiend. This day is for us! Join on … [Read more...] about National Running Day
How many push ups
While the push up challenge is over, I'm still working on being able to do 100 consecutive push ups. Interesting, if you go to Tumblr and search for push ups, you'll find not only the push ups as in chest to the floor but Push ups ice cream (totally forgot about those things). Let me not get sidetracked on childhood favorite ice cream truck favorites (and ewwwwww don't … [Read more...] about How many push ups
6 Minute Abs dvd & P90X Recovery Drink giveaway
To get the giveaways rolling here, we have 6 Minute Abs dvd by Debbie Siebers' Slim Series from Team Beachbody along with 2 packets of P90X Recovery Drink. Even if you're not into the intense P90X workout, the P90X Recovery Drinks can help you after any workout. They help reduce soreness, restore energy, and replenish nutrients. They come in convenient packets so you can … [Read more...] about 6 Minute Abs dvd & P90X Recovery Drink giveaway
Shakeology vs Fast Food
They say a picture is worth a thousand words... this one says it all when comparing Shakeology to a fast food meal when it comes to cost and nutritional value! I've heard people say they can't afford Shakeology, but yet look at the benefits nutritionally...how can you afford not to drink it? Nutritionally it stands far above fast food and it costs less than a fast food … [Read more...] about Shakeology vs Fast Food