Feel your FULLness

Lately, I have been reading a book titled "Intuitive Eating." It is such a good book and teaches so many awesome principles to remember in the weight loss/healthy living process. The principle of the day is knowing when you are full or hungry.

"Listen for the body signals that tell you you are no longer hungry. Observe the signs that show your're comfortably full. Pause in the middle of eating and ask yourself how the food tastes, and what your current fullness level is."

I have been trying to do this for the last few days and it really does make a difference. A lot of times, I find myself eating not because I am hungry, but just bored or need something to chew on. Gum is super good for times like these. It also helps to enjoy a meal when you evaluate your hunger and how the food tastes. I have learned if the food isn't as good as I want, I just throw it away or give it to Ben, because it AIN'T WORTH THE CALORIES!

So try and be conscious about eating. Don't ever let yourself get too hungry or too full. You always want to be SATISFIED.

I would love to hear any other tips that you are finding helpful. But seriously this book rocks! Everyone should read it NOW!!

Gram's Garden Veggie Soup

Hi Guys,

This is a really good soup and it is totally low cal. It is a great winter meal.

1 cup chopped celery
1 small onion, chopped
1 med carrot, shredded
1 small green pepper, chopped
¼ cup butter or margarine
4½ cups chicken broth, divided
4 cups chopped peeled tomatoes (7 medium or 3 cans stewed)
2 tsp sugar
½ tsp curry powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
¼ cup flour

Saute’ celery, onion, carrot, and green pepper in butter until tender. Add 4 cups broth, tomatoes, sugar, curry, salt and pepper, Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered for 20 min.

In a small bowl, stir flour and remaining broth until smooth. Gradually stir into tomato mixture. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, about 2 min.

For extra flavor, you can use Italian or Mexican stewed tomatoes

Yield 6 servings

Make it Rain...

Dori had a good idea that involved doing 3 big goals for the year and doing smaller monthly goals. For example, big goal lose 10% body weight but smaller goal drink 8 oz. water. I like that idea and it feels like you are achieving small victories along the way. Biggest Lose couples is on Tuesday nights at 8/7 central on nbc. It really is a motivating show and will make you want to go to the gym and get your sweat on!!

My goals:

1.) Lose 10 pounds May

2.) Exercise 5 times/week (cardio + weight training)

3.) Train for 1/2 marathon (April 19 in SLC for all who want to join me)

Monthly Goal:

1.) Drink 8 oz water a day

2.) Cook healthy meals for family

Karolyn's Spinach Smoothie

I started a recipe section, so if you have any healthy eats, post it and at the bottom of the page label it recipes so it will all be sorted. Kar contributed our first one.

Ok, my friends swear by this and have to have it every morning. . .Derek it goes great with those frozen bags of fruit from costco.
1/2 c. juice (any kind- I usually use apple juice or OJ)
1/2 c. water
1 banana
2 handful of frozen fruit (you name it- berries, mixed, mango)
Spinach- the more the better ( I buy the big plastic container from Sams or Costco and go through about 2 a week)Put all in a blender and blend. You probably will have to stop it and use a spoon to to stir it a bit.*if you use fresh fruit, put a few ice cubes in it to make it colder. The beauty of this drink is you can use your imagination and put whatever you want in it, but REMEMBER your SPINACH!!

I Plan to be Ripped

My goals are the same as Dad's. The Book of Mormon is going to be tough though. I am reading it in Spanish and it is taking me a lot longer and I am getting a lot less out of it, but I will try. So I am copying Dad's goals. And yes, if I am so blessed as to the winning of the gold thong (provided by Brent) I will wear it proudly at the winner circle celebration trip (provided be the parentals).

Love,

David Jr.

Yo quiero bajar de peso

I started my goals yesterday. Meaning I was up all night diuresing.

My goals:
1. Lose 10% of my body weight in 90 days. As measured on my weight watchers scale.
(presently on sale at costco)

2. Exercise minimum 3 times/week, try for 4.

3. Use the weight watchers flex diet, which is a modified low carb diet.

4. Read the Book of Mormon in 60 days, per David's schedule.

(I'm in 2 Nephi)

You can put posts in the blog instead of just comments by signing in. I'd appreciate if Krystee would use some of her tools and post tips for us to use.

I think this is great to set goals for the New Year.

Love you guys.
Dad

A New Year, A New You

I know this may seem a little like a weight watchers commercial, but let's take a shot.

This year is going to be a big year for our family. We are going to make the necessary changes so that we can live healthy and be our best selves. So, I have come up with a plan to help all of us be motivated to start looking and feeling our best. It is a variation of "The Biggest Loser" for all who have seen the hit show on nbc. However, I dont want the focus to be the number on the scale as it is a lifestyle change. I dont want this to be something that lasts for a couple months or even a year, I want it to really be a change. Here are the basics...I am still working out the kinks and I am open to suggestion.

As a member of the biggest loser Davenport Edition:

• Set goals to reach optimal fitness and health level


• Commit to exercise at least 3 times a week


• Healthier eating-not eliminating food, but eating in moderation


• Support members and help meet their goals


• Report monthly to the blog or email about progress

Everyone is able to participate. It doesn't matter if you are pregnant, nursing, or already at your goal weight...there is always room for improvement and we can all be healthier.

To Begin:

1. Write down 3 goals you would like to achieve. It should be measurable, realistic, and given a time frame in which it will be completed.
2. Share these goals via the blog or the email I set up. It is important to have accountability or this process won't work.
3. Report progress each month

Helpful tips:

• Some members have found great success at weight watchers. It is so worth the money and truly a plan you can maintain.


• You dont have to join a gym to exercise. Just MOVE more. Take walks, park further away from the grocery store, play outside with kids, etc.


• I will periodically be posting motivational things so check back


• The email address is davenportbiggestloser@gmail.com


• The blog site is davenportbiggestloser@blogspot.com password davenport8-so everyone can access it and post helpful tip, advice, or struggles they may be having

THE REWARD
If we are all successful with our goals, the Parentals will sponsor a family trip.

I hope everyone takes this seriously and makes 2008 a year of getting fit and being confident with ourselves and our bodies.