New Years Resolutions

Let's start off the New Year with some simple and small changes that can add up to big differences in the end!Before we start, make sure to:

• Set realistic goals
• Set a date ex: 5km run September 2012
• Tell family and friends (more likely to stick with it)
• Get tips/help from a Professional (Certified personal trainer, Dietitian etc.)

For the month of January and February I will be giving you tips to help you achieve your health and fitness goals.

1.    DRINK WATER

Some of many benefits:

• Helps to lose weight
• Better skin: look younger!
• Natural cure for headaches
• Helps in digestion and constipation

Interesting fact on water:

• Water is made up of about 60% of our body weight, so it depends on it!
• Some examples of what water does for our bodies : water flushes toxins out of vital organs, and carries nutrients to cells.

There are different ways to get your water in without getting bored:

• Soups (low sodium with lots of veggies),
• Tisanes (warm up in winter or ice tea to cool you off in the summer!)
• Watermelon, tomatoes, milk and juice

Recipe

• Mojito recipe:  (my favorite!)
  • In a pitcher, mix all the ingredients together and marinate overnight for best results (or for a few hours):
    • ¼ part Perrier or sparkling water
    • mint leaves
    • 1 lime (cut into slices)
    • The rest water!
    • Enjoy