Update on RUN4EMMETT!

I have contacted the Marin Municipal Water District to ask permission to hold the Fundraiser at Lake Laginitas. I am anxiously waiting to hear back from them! In the mean time, I have decided to call the Fundraiser "RUN4EMMETT" and I'm hoping to hold it on 9/10/11 from 9-11AM.  Fingers crossed!!  Love you, Emmett xo

Day 9 and Feelin' Fine!

Today is day 9 of the Paleo Diet. I feel great and I've lost 7lbs and a few inches.  While my energy has increased my appetite has slowed.  I'm not as hungry nor do I find myself needing to eat as much (as I use to). I've been having a mid afternoon smoothie and wanted to share this recipe with you:

1 handful chopped pineapple
1 handful chopped cantelope
1 handful green grapes
1/2 mango
2 TBS shredded coconut
2 TBS coconut butter
Ice and water

Delicious and nutritious!!

Going Back to My Roots!

What exactly is a Paleo diet? Paleolithic eating is the way our hunter-gatherer ancestors ate; lean proteins, fruits, veggies and good fats. With a very simple shift you remove grains, legumes, and dairy (which may be at odds with our health according to some scientists and nutritionists) and increase your intake of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

My girlfriend, and nutritionist, Jen Meredith turned me onto Robb Wolf, a former research biochemist. He is one of the world’s leading experts in Paleolithic nutrition and author of The Paleo Solution – The Original Human Diet. A student of Prof. Loren Cordain, author of The Paleo Diet, Robb has transformed the lives of tens of thousands of people around the world. To learn more about Robb Wolf's visit: www.robbwolf.com

It's day 5 and I've lost 5lbs. I feel fantastic. Obviously, that's not 5 lbs of fat-- but a clear indication that I was not fully digesting the foods I was eating prior to beginning this challenge. It's a complete change for me to cut out grains, legumes and dairy but I'm finding my new diet exciting and the results are fueling me forward. I do miss bread though :)

Stay tuned...

AdventureHere Honors an "Angel"

http://www.angelman.org/AdventureHere/

RUN 4 EMMETT!

I am in the process of creating a fundraiser for Emmett Harrington.  Emmet has Angelman Syndrome(AS) and is the son of my dear friends, Merewyn and Alan Harrington.

RUN 4 EMMETT will be a held on September 10th, 2011-- location TBD. We will spend the next few months raising money for the event.  All donation will go through the fundraising page I have created on the AS Foundation website, which is above. Please take a moment to check it out and learn more about AS.

I'll keep you posted as the details unfold.  I'll need as much help as possible to spread the word and make RUN 4 EMMETT the most memorable fundraiser yet!

Add Some Fiber to Your Tuna Salad!

Here's a great alternative to the basic tuna sandwich!

1 Whole Wheat Tortilla - high in fiber (5+ grams or more)
1/2 can of Garbanzo Beans - which are high in fiber
1 can of tuna - drained
1 TBS Low Fat Mayo - or Olive Oil if  you aren't a Mayo Fan
1 handful of chopped Cilantro
1 handful of chopped white onion
1 TBS of relish

Makes 2 servings. Mash together in a bowl.  Heat tortilla over medium heat for a few minutes, add half of mixture and it's "a wrap!!"

Chair Exercises for the Office

All you need is a chair...

1. Chair Squat: 

While sitting, lift up until your hips are just hovering over the chair, arms out for balance.  Hold for 5-10 seconds, stand all the way up and repeat for 15 reps. 

2. Dips: Make sure chair is stable and place hands next to hips. Move hips in front of chair and bend the elbows, lowering the body until the elbows are at 90 degrees. Push back up and repeat for 15 reps.

3. Elevated Plank:  Make sure the chair is stable and kneel in front of the chair. Place your forearms on the seat of the chair and lift your knees off the ground.  You are now supporting yourself with your feet.  Hold for 30 seconds and repeat two to three times.

Get your neighbors to join you! 

Spring Has Sprung...Get Outside!

Be Resourceful!

• Workout at your local park, build a routine around the equipment there. Warm-up with a 10 minute jog of power walk. Then do some push-ups by placing your hands on top of a picnic table. Sit on the bench with your back to the table. Place the palms of your hands on the bench and move your body forward so your arms are now supporting you. Dip down to make the top of your arms parallel with the ground. Then lift your body back up. Repeat these exercise 15 times. Take a break, then do them again.

Mix it Up!

• Working out doesn't have to consist of mundane exercise routines. Go for a hike or run up a hill. Get even more motivation to work out by finding someone to sweat with. Many communities offer soccer clubs, running clubs, and more. Check out the opportunities in your town, or check out the website "Meetup.com," which lists events and workouts in your area.

Have a Goal!

• Exercise daily with a goal in mind. Already reached your goal?  Exceed it!! Sign up for a local race to keep your plan in check. Many races also benefit local and national charities, so your workouts not only keep you healthy but also help others by funding organizations that find cures for diseases. Check with local parks to see if they are hosting any future races you can register for.