So - this is the "after Yom Tov" that we've been talking about for weeks, right?
"I'll do that after Yom Tov" , "I'll take care of that after Yom Tov", "I'll start losing weight after Yom Tov" "I'll get healthier after Yom Tov" - what? we're WAITING to get healthier? That doesnt seem like such a good idea, but since we are here THE TIME IS NOW!!
Get rid of the idea that "it's easier after Yom Tov" - there's always some excuse. Now it's simcha season, then there's the bad weather, then Chanukah and on and on and on....SO LETE'S START SOMEWHERE...there are so many behaviors that support good health and weight control. What will YOU COMMIT TO THIS WEEK? Some examples
1 - Write a food log. Be honest and record everything. It is THE #1 TOOL OF WEIGHT CONTROL
2- Make a big pot of "unlimited vegetable soup" - what a help for those tough times
3- Eat every 3-4 hours to keep blood sugar stable
4 - Start moving...this is self-explanatory
5 - BIG KEY - PREPARATION. Make sure you have your foods available for when you need them.
6 - Planning is a big help. Plan your meals for a day or 2 ahead, then you'll know what to shop for and you're in great control.
These are some of the "tricks of the trade" that have worked for me and countless others.
I am looking forward to hearing what you committed to and then what you actually did.
As for me, I had a great Yom Tov and I am trying to get used to the idea of going back to work tomorrow. Did great food-wise and so I am energetic and ready to go (I think). I am so looking forward to seeing OUR BRAND NEW START FRESH FOODS IN THE SUPERMARKET - that's right - muffins, blintzes, personal pan pizzas. They are really lower fat, lower calorie and delicious! It is an exciting time for us - thanks for sharing it.
It's a new year, a new season, and a great time to START FRESH.
Hatzlacha!
Marcia's Blog is a lifestyle change and dieting blog written by a beloved and respected nutritionist/weight loss counselor/lecturer Marcia Bodenstein. She has helped thousands of kosher consumers achieve and maintain weight loss.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
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Any place on the West Coast carry your food products?
First of all, I know that this West Coast thing has been covered in previous blog entries. But Marcia, I think it would be great to know what stores everywhere carry Start Fresh items. I can tell you that here in good ole Brooklyn I have seen some items on the shelves in the supermarket Pomegranate.
You're right about it being an exciting new time. I had my usual after-Yom Tov weight fright, and now I'm back on track. All it took was the "new year" timing, I guess.
Glad to hear you did well food-wise.
Thanks for all your guidance.
Keep on keeping us on....
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