Healthy Eating For Kids

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Posted by admin | Posted in Kids' Health | Posted on 17-06-2011

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Healthy eating for kids can be tricky… what do your kids like to eat on a regular basis? Most parents say that their kids prefer to eat the junk food: macaroni and cheese, candy, chips, cookies, and any other treats that they can find. Even though your kids want to eat these things, it is important to remember that you should teach your kids about healthy eating habits.

Start out by talking with your kids about the benefits of eating healthy foods. Help them to understand why it is good to eat whole foods and what those foods do to help their bodies. Explain how healthy foods provide our bodies with the nutrition that we need to grow, repair, and be strong.

Include your kids in the food planning processes. Let them help to plan the menus, and then take them grocery shopping. The grocery store is a great place for children to learn about all of the food options that are available. Walk them through the produce section and explain why fruits and vegetables are better than candy and sweets.

Another great way to help your kids eat more healthy foods is by having them help with meal preparation. Even little kids can help by standing on a chair and do small tasks. Show them how to prepare healthy meals, and they will feel pride in their work as they are helping to prepare the family dinner.

Focus your families eating habits around healthy foods, but it’s OK to allow them to have a treat every now and then. Talk to your kids about how it is ok to eat treats occasionally, but most of the time they should be focusing on eating healthy foods that will provide them nutrition.

Your kids may be resistant to healthy eating, so keep in mind that it takes time! Be patient and continue to work with them, and over time you will find that healthy eating for kids is easier than you originally thought!

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P90X Extreme Home Fitness Don’ts

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Posted by admin | Posted in Fitness | Posted on 15-01-2010

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Don’t #1

“Don’t eat junk food” It’s really as simple as that. They call it junk food for a reason, it really is junk. You don’t want this stuff going into your body! Cookies, cakes, candy and processed meats all have to go. If you’re going to take the program seriously you need to eliminate this stuff from your daily diet all together.

Don’t #2

“Don’t try to be a hero” You’re getting ready to do an exercise, Tony asks you to set a goal, you say “25 reps” when in all reality you know that last week you could only do 8. It’s very important to push yourself, but you need to be realistic, other wise you set yourself up for failure.

Don’t #3

“Don’t beat yourself up” Likewise if you set a reasonable goal and happened to fall just short, don’t beat yourself up about it. You are involved in this program to allow yourself to grow and gradually meet your fitness goals, don’t worry you’ll get there. One of the most famous Tony Horton mantras is “Do your best, and forget the rest!”

Don’t #4

“Don’t skip your workouts” No one said P90X was going to be easy! It’s important to make sure that you make time for your new workout routine. The program requires a real commitment. There may be times when you’re tired from the daily grind, there may be engagements you must attend, so be sure to designate a time that works for your lifestyle. Skipping one makes it easy to skip another. Remember you’re doing this for you! Make it a point to do your scheduled workouts each and every day!

Don’t #5

“Don’t starve yourself” Withholding food isn’t going to help you! Eating next to nothing isn’t going to work! Starving yourself is NOT effective! Ok, I think we drilled that point home. You’re body needs fuel to operate and not eating is counter productive. As Tony so wisely says “Your body doesn’t run on exercise. It runs on the food you put in your mouth. If you want the results that p90x can provide you need to have the energy to “Bring It” during your workouts.

Don’t #6

“Don’t compromise your form” You’ll learn the right and wrong ways to perform each p90x exercise. Proper form is extremely important! Never compromise form just to finish a set or to pump out a few sloppy reps. When the muscles you are working give out, it’s time to stop, don’t try to engage other muscles just to finish. Check your form and workout in a way that is kind to your structure. This will keep you healthy while you get strong.

Don’t #7

“Don’t skip warm up” There are those that feel like warm up isn’t important or seems like a waste of time. This couldn’t be further from the truth. NEVER skip warm up! Your body should feel limber and you should be breaking a light sweat before you dive into any full-out exercising.

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