Getting Started with Triathlons (guest post).

Hi MizFit readers!

My name’s Jess. I blog over at Jess Runs and I’m really excited to hang out with you today!

If you’re a long time reader of MizFit, you know this blog is all about not having to fit in to one style of working out or another.

Well after having been a dedicated runner for six years, I am taking a step off the runner path, and trying something new.

Several months ago, I signed up for my first triathlon.

Going in, I knew absolutely nothing about the sport of triathlon. Heck, prior to registration, I hadn’t ridden a bike since I was about ten years old.

Now I own this beauty:

In just a few short months, I’ve learned a ton and wanted to share it with you, because hey, if I can do this crazy triathlon thing, you can too!

Training for three sports at once is tricky, but it also lets you be super flexible with your schedule. I used to lock myself into really rigid running training plans, but tri training makes it so easy to swap workouts. If you’re legs are feeling burnt out, you can swim or the bike. If it’s raining outside, you can go to the pool and move your bike ride to a day when the weather is nicer. The flexibility is an amazing bonus I wasn’t expecting.You don’t need fancy equipment. Sure the top competitors all have bikes that cost more than my car, but if you’re trying something new to see if you like it, there’s no sense in wasting money on expensive gear you may only use once. I will recommend you invest in a pair of tri shorts though. After doing my bike ride last week with no padding to protect my butt, I realized that a pair of tri shorts might actually be a worthwhile purchase. Seriously, your butt will thank you.Don’t worry if you fall off your bike, apparently it happens to everyone. Or at least that’s that what everyone told me when I crashed mine a few weeks ago. They might have just been trying to make me feel better. On that note, invest in a good helmet!Triathlons have a lot of rules, and for a while that really turned me off. I didn’t want to have to learn a whole bunch of special rules so I wouldn’t get disqualified. I’ve since learned the rules are important, but you most likely won’t break them. Just make sure you don’t ride too closely to anyone on the bike, and you should be OK!It’s OK to be a complete newbie and ask what may seem like silly questions. I lean heavily on my friend Zach who is an experienced biker to answer all my many, many questions about safely riding a bike. I also rely on my blog readers who have done a ton of triathlons to guide me. Their advice and support has been incredible and I have learned a ton from them. So don’t be afraid to ask the questions. No one expects you to know everything if you’re new.

Most importantly, have fun. I’m enjoying this whole triathlon experiment, but running will always be my first love. I’ve found that time away from running has been awesome because it’s preventing burnout and fueling my fire to get back dedicated running training when tri season is over.

If you’re curious to learn more, you can follow along on my tri-training (mis)adventures over on my blog, Jess Runs. If you’re interested in training for a tri, sign up for the FitFluential triathlon group on Facebook. There’s lot of great discussion and motivation going on there!

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February Podcast: Running After Baby, Getting Started, Raising Eaters, Cals vs. Points, Habit Eating

Please excuse any foot in mouth slip ups or nonsensical ramblings. I recorded this month’s podcast so fast I can’t even remember what I said!

Topics include…

Running after baby.Why would you do if you were having trouble making the lifestyle changes you want so desperately to make but can’t seem to get your brain on board with it?Getting started. Raising good eaters – a ramble. Points or Calories Habit Eating

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4 Flakey Fitness Habits to Avoid Getting Sucked Into

1) slacking: Averting work or effort. Inactive. Not inclined to work or exertion.

“Booquisha has been a slacker for weeks. Maybe today she’ll get her lazy azz up to do cardio and drink up some Sleekology.”

2) procrastination:  Putting off something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness.

“It is not good to procrastinate. Justin does that with his laundry and now he’s wearing dirty spandex to the gym again.”

3) lack of planning: Without apparent forethought. Having no particular purpose, organization, or structure.

“I don’t give a damn if Mildred brags about that 3,000 Days to Shred DVD. Her lack of food planning has her eating Cheetoes out the vending machine before noon.”

4) lack of commitment: Absence of determination and follow through to work hard at something pledged or obligated to do.

“Bart’s lack of commitment to building man-muscles has him starting Day 1 of that expensive Q80X Fitness System for the 5th time now. He’s never made it past day 10.”

Put in the hard work this week and make it count! I know dang well you are NOT a slacking procrastinator who doesn’t plan or follow through because you’re soooo not committed to your fitness goals.

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Getting S.T.A.R.T.ed working out (the transcript…)

…as per your request.

S.T.A.R.T:

Start slowly and set yourself up for success.

The biggest mistake I made was exercising full tilt right from the outset.  I ended up so sore it’s no surprise I quickly quit.  If I could give one piece of advice to every new exerciser it would be do less than you think your body is capable of for the first week or two.  Yes, it seems counterintuitive.  You’ll find, however, by leaving your body wanting more you will quickly create an exercise habit you look forward to and enjoy.  In addition, nothing feels better than setting goals and achieving them.  Save the lofty, crazy stuff for after exercise is an ingrained habit.

Try new things!

Beginning an exercise program is not the time to cling to old notions about yourself. Seize this opportunity to soften your attachment to your self-definition.  Ignore the voice in your head which says things like “Hip-hop cardio class is not for me.”  or “I’m just not a woman who lifts weights.”  This is your opportunity to create a new you both inside and out.  A great (and inexpensive) way to try new workouts is by renting exercise dvds, searching for free online videos, or recording free on-demand workout shows on television.

Add in movement everywhere.

View your entire day through the lens of how can I fit in some extra exercise? Park far away from the store entrance and walk.  You can even count lugging packages back to the car as resistance training. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Pace around the house as you return that long list of phone calls.  Skip the coffee-break in favor of a fitness-break and do some office lunges!  This tip isn’t a new one yet, when I was completely honest with myself, I never employed it.  Ever.  All this extra activity is called non-exercise activity thermogenesis and it definitely adds up to calories burned.

Realize that you are human and do have limitations.

Listen to experts, gurus and well meaning friends, but remember you are the expert of your own body.  Does an activity which is supposed to be ‘your level’ feel too difficult?  Is the walk you did yesterday with ease feeling too challenging today?  Don’t hesitate to take a day of rest or adjust a workout routine accordingly.  Fitness, like most things, is not one size fits all.  We may all have the same end goal of living a healthier life, but we don’t all need to take the same path there.

Take time to recognize your successes.

Initially I spent far too much time focusing on the scale and not nearly enough celebrating my non-numeric victories.  The weight loss community has created a separate classification I adore called non-scale victories (NSVs).  Can you finally plop comfortably in a movie theater seat?  Celebrate that victory with a night out with friends.  Are you far less winded after a 1 mile walk than you were a few weeks ago? New socks or shoes might be in order.  Celebrate all your successes and don’t waste precious time worrying about others or only focusing on pounds shed.

That’s it!

All the yammers from my video & the five tips I wish I’d had when I  STARTed on my path to healthy living.

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Getting to the glitter part…

Today is Thanksgiving for us American-types and Im confident the blogworld will be filled with lovely posts of gratitude written by bloggers far more eloquent than I.

Here, in the best way possible, it is only Thursday.

I greet each morning and make the CHOICE to be grateful.

I greet the child each morning and best I can help her find her way to making the choice of being grateful (I believe if we practice what we preach theres nary a need to preach…but some mornings Im a misfit a’preaching. Youll have that).

For my family a large part of finding our thankfulnessment is being present and focusing on the now.

Living and treasuring each moment and every person and embracing and FEELING (the good and the notsogood) as none of us are promised a tomorrow.

My parents are visiting.

My sisters are visiting.

My KinderGirl is home from school.

The Husband is doing not one iota of work.

Im thankful.

And with that Im off.

Im wrapping this post up.

It’s time for all of us to get to the glitter part.

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If it’s not fun, it’s not getting done.

When I was having trouble fitting exercise into my schedule, I had a look at the different parts of my day and realized that my best plan was to try to work with the kids instead of around them.

That’s why our family goal for the summer is to visit all 54 playgrounds in our city and, when possible, to walk to them.

That’s where the map comes in. We have every playground circled, and a plan for when to visit which one. Sometimes we even hit 3 or 4 in one day. The challenge is that this part of Newfoundland can have some crappy weather (20+ days of fog in June. Yes, you read that right.) that can put a damper on outdoor plans.

That’s when I go to plan B: the painter’s tape. So far, I have made a living room hopscotch board (using Roman numerals – all geek, all the time here), a  set of lines to practice Taekwon-do (slide step to the first line, turn step back),  a starting line for an obstacle course (over the pillows, under the table, hop down the hall).

And when that fails me, I turn to the couch.  Not to become a potato, but so we can play ‘No Boys on the Couch!’  a game that is basically me trying to stop them from sitting on the couch while they try to sneak past me and sit down. It gets quite hectic and by the time I give up, we’re all giggling and sweaty.

It may not be the perfect recipe for fitness, but it does get me moving. And it reminds me that when I can schedule exercise, it is okay to stick with stuff that I enjoy.  I think seeing me enjoy movement for its own sake is probably the best fitness lesson I can teach my sons.

Well, that, and to always keep a roll of painter’s tape handy.

Christine blogs at mombie.com

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Getting Out the Door

It’s ALWAYS the hardest part. Why is that?

I ran to the gym tonight and did a class, then ran home. It was my first workout since last Monday (besides the Sat Zombie event.)

It. was. AWESOME.

I felt great. I feel great! Frankly, I could have ran further and stayed at the gym longer but I had to get home and cook dinner!

The funny thing is, it took every fiber of my being to actually get my butt out the door. The excuse gun was loaded, cocked and ready to go in my head, but I wouldn’t let myself pull the trigger. Instead, I turned on autopilot and simply…

walked out the door.

Sounds easy enough right?

It should have been but, for some reason, it wasn’t!

Once the door shut behind me I was into it 100% and why WOULDN’T I be? It was the first time all day I was doing something just for me.

No baby needing to be fed.
No grade schooler needing help with his homework.
No husband wanting me to review his work.

It was me, my music and my thoughts.

What a luxury!

I’m so happy I didn’t give myself an excuse, but I have to wonder….

Why IS getting out the door the hardest part?

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Finish It Monday: Getting Started And The Star System Tracking Chart

So here we are at the beginning of it all. Yeah baby!

Today is a week to get organized, start planning and get into the habit of doing something each and EVERY DAY that will keep your progress moving forward so you can finally reach your goals. So are you ready? Close to 100 people have already made the decision to join the Finish What You Started Challenge, and if you’re one of them, you’ve already written down your goals.

As you head into your chosen healthy eating and fitness activities for this week, here are some things to consider:

Don’t overwhelm yourself with the pressure of an “all or nothing” approach. It doesn’t work.Work on becoming awesome at one or two small changes at a time, and don’t beat yourself up for the areas you’re still struggling in.Get strong and consistent in the changes you’re focusing on, then build on that by adding more positive changes.If you mess up and need a do-over, you canNOT quit. Finishers don’t quit. They get up and keep going. That’s the kind of person you are.

A word on Planning: Anything less than a plan is a hit or miss situation. Planning creates a sense of urgency and expectation. It encourages you to be disciplined and consistent so you actually follow through. Your plans will tell you ahead of time what must be done, how it will be done and when you will do it. Planning sets you up for action. And then you take those actions. Each day this week and every day throughout the Challenge, plan to have a daily plan. That’s how stuff gets done.

THE STAR SYSTEM

It’s time to get familiar with the Star System Tracking Chart, a personal system to rate your daily progress and achievements. Each day you will award yourself zero, one or two stars in each category for food and fitness (two stars being the best). This means you can earn up to 2 stars in the Food Category and 2 stars in the Fitness Category for a total of 4 stars in a given day.

Here’s how the ratings translate in each category:

Two stars = Great day!One star = Meh, but still decent.Zero stars = You need a do-over.

You have the opportunity to earn up to 28 stars during a stellar week (4 Stars x 7 Days = 28 stars), plus extra stars in the “other” category of the Star System Tracking Chart for any mini-challenges I dish out to you that you complete successfully.

The star system is for YOU to analyze your progress and pinpoint where you are excelling or need to improve. It’s for you to see just how much work you’re putting in (or lack thereof) that’s either keeping you stagnant or propelling to you the finish.

Here are some “gray area factors” to consider when rating yourself:

A scheduled fitness rest day counts as 2 stars, because rest and recovery is vital to your fitness.Occasional indulgence on sweets, high carbs or fatty foods also counts as 2 stars (what!?), but only when you gnaw in moderation. The key here is “occasional indulgence”. If indulgence turns into an overeating-fest, that would not be 2 stars.Be honest in your ratings. You know without anyone telling you whether you’ve done well or not. If you don’t rate yourself honestly you cannot expect to improve.

Bonus Star activity for this week, August 1 – August 7th: Give yourself 1 bonus star on the Star System Tracking Chart if at the end of this week (on Sunday, August 7th), you consistently logged your stars on the chart each and every day. And yes, I will be nosy and wanna know how many stars you earned. That’s called accountability.

Okay! There ya have it. Let’s get it STARted!

On “Finish It Mondays”, please link up in the comments to any posts/vlogs that document your journey during this Challenge.

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Ask Roni: My Goals, Eating Out Strategies, Calcium Concerns, Getting it to Click [video] [podcast]

I’m baaack! (with baby) ;)

Topics this week include…

Do you have a goal weight for WW this time?  Is it different from the last time because you are a new Mom and will be brestfeeding for awhile?  What was your goal weight the 1st time you did WW?  How tall are you? How you stay motivated to eat healthy when your husband is not a big fan of healthy eating. Any thoughts or suggestions?I was wondering how you make sure that you get enough calcium in your diet.How did you do it? How did it just click for you? How do you stop feeling sorry for yourself, and stop working against yourself and just do it?

Related or Links Mentioned…

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The Spark: The 28-Day Breakthrough Plan for Losing Weight, Getting Fit, and Transforming Your Life

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From the experts who created SparkPeople.com, one of the most successful online weight-loss programs to date, comes The Spark, a ground-breaking book that focuses on what you can do, instead of what you can’t do. The Spark is about transforming your life and your idea of what dieting means.

With dozens of photos—including stunning before-and-after shots and easy-to-follow exercise images—this book distills the best of SparkPeople’s medically accepted nutrition and fitness plan and infuses it with a program of personal empowerment. In this book, you’ll discover:

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The Spark delivers inspirational health and weight-loss advice that will surely spark countless lives.

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Getting Back in the Cardio Game (and a DVD giveaway inside!)

What a difference a winter makes…and not in a good way. I took my bike out today for a spin to see if anything other than the tires needed some attention and realized, it’s not the bike that needs attention. It’s my lungs!

I was breathing pretty hard when I got home…TEN minutes later (hanging head in shame). Granted, I’m recovering from bronchitis, but considering my friend Shari had the same dang thing only a week ahead of me and is now running 11 miles, clearly it is my aerobic capacity in general that is in question here.

This winter I’ve walked when the weather wasn’t too cold and I rode the stationary bike, but there’s nothing…NOTHING…like down and dirty hard-core aerobic exercise. The sweating-by-8-minutes-and-not-stopping-for-45 kind of movement that gets those lungs burning and in shape.

…sigh…tear…dusting myself off…

I’m no quitter. There’s no time like now to get it back. My knee feels better, the weather is improving, I’m on it. I’ve nailed my strength training so I’m tank-top ready by May, so it’s time to get bike-and-hike ready, too.

I totally forgot to tell you all who won the last DVD giveaway here on Lynn’s Weigh. Congrats to AnneG who won 10-Minute Solution, DebbyS who won Walk Away The Pounds Express, and KR who won Prego-Fit and Fabulous. I went to the post office today and mailed them, which led to an interesting conversation with the postal employee:

“These are light. What are they? DVDs?” Postal Employee asked.

“Yes, they are,” I said. “I have a blog and get sent DVDs to review once in awhile. These are the latest winners.”

“So you’re, like, a movie critic?”

“No!” I laughed. “They’re exercise videos.”

“Oh, well, I could use that,” she said. “I tell myself that tomorrow I’ll start. Tomorrow I’ll start dieting and exercising. But tomorrow never comes.”

“I know,” I said. “Because every day is today.”

She looked at me and smiled. “You know, you’re right.”

Now whether she starts today, I don’t know. But maybe, just maybe, she’ll make a small commitment to move a little more today than yesterday.

If today is your day, or if you are looking for a new workout routine, daughter Cassie is back for another DVD review: Angie Miller’s “Crave Results.”

To say Cassie liked this DVD it is an understatement. If she had her way, you’d ALL win! If you want to throw your name in the hat, leave a comment or send an email to lynn.haraldson@gmail.com. (Please note the new email address.) I’ll draw a winner (and announce it, too) on Thursday.

Wow! I'm super impressed with this DVD. I just finished doing Jillian Michael's “30 Day Shred Challenge,” which was 30 days of nonstop Jillian. While I like Jillian's approach to training, which is "Move it or lose it," Angie Miller is something I've never experienced before. And I've done a lot of workout DVDs.

I thought the only way to motivate was how they did when I was in the Army, which was, “GET YOUR ASS IN GEAR NOW!” But I was wrong. Angie Miller is positive. And not in a "You can do it!" cheerleader way. She's calm and endearing. I'm really in awe. And I'm sweating.

She breaks her workouts down into blocks, each one ending in a cardio burst. She combines arms and legs at the same time, which is nice, but is difficult if you lack coordination. (That would be me. I'd never be an aerobics star.) But she makes it so that anyone can do it by performing the movement slow for several counts before bringing it up to tempo.

She's also a really graceful woman to watch. Clearly she does Pilates and yoga. She also incorporates that into her workout. She reminds you to breathe and tells you to keep a long spine and to keep your shoulders back. All of those things keep your chest open, so when she does curtsy lunges with pulses, you won't die.

I was amazed at how fast the workout went. It is 63 minutes long, or, if you want, you can choose from some preset options. I was ready to keep going even after it was done. But I was sweating! Boy was I sweating.

Her core workout isn't anything you'd expect. There's a mat, yes, but it's not what you think. Her core work includes balance work (which is HARD but so worth it!) pushups, and planks. I didn't do a single crunch.

Her arm work routine is also very original. The triceps work is unique, but also has some traditional kick-backs. She also has you doing dead lifts with dumbbell flies. Everything works together seamlessly and while you're exerting maximum effort, you feel good. And when I say good, I'm talking, it's an endorphin party in my muscles.

Yup. I'm pretty much in love with this DVD.
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Lynn's Note: For the record, I'm not paid to review DVDs. I do it because I'm always looking for new workout ideas :) I give away the actual DVD that is reviewed...I don't even get to keep it! LOL

Check out Angie Miller's blog at Angie Miller In the Moment.

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Fast <b>Weight Loss</b> Benefits From Getting Only Pure Acai Berry | Pure <b>...</b>

Pure Acai berry is becoming widely popular as a nutritional supplement that aids fast weight loss. Its popularity is partly due to the extensive media coverage of the Amazonian fruit on different TV shows and fashion magazines. Because of this, there is also an explosion of many products that have varying degrees of quality.

Scientists who made extensive research on the Amazonian fruit have produced proof that each pure berry contains quite a number of highly beneficial nutrients that are good for the body. These researches show that the berries have 20 levels more antioxidants than red grapes and 3 times more than what our body naturally has.

Even a small serving of this nutritional supplement packs a good amount of omega and amino fatty acids, and an incredible amount of fiber that will work wonders for our health. This means that even with just a small amount of this healthy berry; you can efficiently nourish your body with its high nutrient concentration.

Amino acids and protein are also great in boosting cell regeneration. Normally, our cells age and eventually die, however, there are many things that can help nourish our cells to delay its aging process. Keeping a balanced lifestyle and maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best ways to stay youthful and alive.

It is well known that antioxidants present a myriad of benefits, such as protection against diseases by strengthening our immune system. Antioxidants remove free radicals from our system, which is ideal in slowing down the aging process hastened by different lifestyle factors. The antioxidants found in pure Acai berry will help increase your stamina, energy, mental function, eyesight and overall sense of well being brought by increased levels of glutathione. Because of the higher levels of energy, you will have more vigor and strength to maintain a healthy exercise routine, which will make you lose weight faster.

This power enriched formula is also packed with dietary fibers that would then be the source of good metabolism in the body. It washes out harmful toxins that are lined up in the intestines, and will make you feel renewed and refreshed after.

Remember, this fruit can only be produced in as far as Central and Southern part of America and harvesting time only happens twice a year. Demand therefore is higher than the supply and so, it is expected that the prices for the pure Acai berries may be higher than many nutritional supplements.

There are many different forms of pure Acai berry, such as frozen dried powders, which is the most popular in the market. This form retains high levels of compounds and nutrients because the production process does not promote loss of the original composition of the molecules. It is highly recommended to read the label of each product before purchasing, as this will help you be assured that it does not contain fillers or other fruits. In choosing the right kind of nutritional supplement for you such as pure Acai berry products, it is best to be well informed.

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Getting to know Curtis Stone, Biggest Loser chef

I recently sat down with Curtis Stone to get to know a little more about this personable Aussie who not only serves as the chef for “The Biggest Loser” but who also stars in one of America’s most popular reality/cooking shows, “Take Home Chef.” Curtis, who trained in London under the legendary Marco Pierre White, is also author and presenter of the globally-successful cooking/lifestyle program, "Surfing the Menu.” His success in the U.S. has been phenomenal, with People Magazine naming him one of the sexiest men alive.

You certainly look quite fit Curtis - have you ever had a weight problem?

I don’t like to sit still for long at all which has probably helped me along the way and partly why I was drawn to the heat of a restaurant kitchen. The rush of service means that you are always on your toes and keeps a chef pretty active. These days I have to make more of a concerted effort to include exercise as part of my routine but I do try to do a little something on a regular basis as I always feel so much better when I am fit.

You've had classical culinary training and worked in some of the top restaurants in the world. What attracted your interest to healthier cooking?

I think my cooking these days is a lot more relaxed from when I was working in professional kitchens. Spending time in people’s kitchens made me realize that people want to eat healthy meals that are easy to prepare, with minimal ingredients that can be made on a budget. Food should not only taste great but be great for you!

You've been the Biggest Loser chef for a few years now. What have you learned from the contestants during the time you've spent cooking with
them on the Ranch?

Each season I find myself constantly inspired by the Biggest Loser contestants. Their tenacity and willingness to learn new, healthy habits is tremendous and the results speak for themselves. I am honored to be part of such an inspiring program that helps inspire positive change in so many lives.

Is there a particular contestant who really seemed to have a breakthrough when cooking with you?

Daniel from last season's "The Biggest Loser: Couples" was one of the heaviest contestants ever, we got to spend a little time together and he really embraced his time in the kitchen. He worked super hard to come back the following season. while he didn’t win on the show, he worked extra hard to win his health!

You're always traveling, always cooking and always tasting
food. What do you do to stay in shape? What's your favorite exercise
routine?

These days I travel so much it’s hard to get into a routine. When I’m on the road I tend to use hotel gyms. When I am home in LA I like to hike and hit the surf. All in all I try to keep a balanced diet and exercise routine which has stood me in good stead to date.

If you ever find yourself putting on a few extra pounds,
what's the first thing you do to turn that around?

I try to do some form of exercise each day, whether it’s going to the gym, doing a few laps in the pool or even a hike with some mates. I also like to start the day with a fresh fruit smoothie using whatever fruits are in season.

What are some of your most basic cooking or shopping recommendations for our viewers at home who love great food but need to watch their calories?

Use fresh vegetables and fruits that are locally grown. By doing this you cut down your chances of buying under ripe produce that tastes bland. When your produce isn’t fresh and ripe, the bland flavors will usually cause people to add high amounts of salt to their vegetables or high amounts of sugar or sweet accompaniments to their fruits. Also, it helps support local farmers.
Also, use your imagination in the kitchen - there are lots of recipes that you can vary a little to make them healthier. For example hamburgers are usually pretty bad for you, but you can easily make a healthier version by substituting turkey for beef and swapping out the bun to something healthier like a grilled Portobello mushroom or lettuce cups.  Maybe change the pickles to fresh slices of cucumber marinated in vinegar to cut down on sodium. It’s all about substituting the bad items in a dish with nutritious ones, while still keeping the same theme or feel to the dish.

Curtis Stone's banana and honey smoothie
Serves 2
Ingredients
2 large, over-ripe bananas, peeled
1 cup fat free milk
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons fat free yogurt
1 cup ice
Ground cinnamon, to taste
Method
* Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
* Pour smoothie into 2 large glasses and serve immediately.
* Garnish with extra cinnamon if desired.

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U.S. Cellular Getting Galaxy Tab, TooPosted by: Scott WebsterOctober 28, 2010In case you haven't picked up on it yet, it's Galaxy Tab week.  Yet another carrier has come out to formally announce they will be offering the 7-inch, Android 2.2 tablet.  The latest to add their name to the growing list of providers is U.S. Cellular.  Samsung Mobile issued a press release this morning stating that the nation's sixth largest wireless operator will be offering the tablet although exact pricing and availability has not been finalized.  Look for U.S. Cellular to carry the Galaxy Tab for the same $400 price point as the other players.  I'd even go so far as to expect it in the middle of November, around the same time as the bigger carriers.

Samsung Mobile Announces Samsung Galaxy Tab™ with U.S. Cellular®

Mobile tablet will feature 7-inch touchscreen, Android 2.2™ platform, Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1 and front and rear-facing cameras for video chat support

DALLAS – October 28, 2010 – Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile)1, the No.1 mobile phone provider in the U.S. today announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab™ with U.S. Cellular®. TheSamsung Galaxy Tab is designed for people who want a premium mobile entertainment experience on the go, but don’t want to be weighed down by a bulky device. Weighing only 13 ounces and 12 millimeters thin, the Galaxy Tab fits conveniently in a pocket or purse.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab features a brilliant 7-inch enhanced TFT display screen, 1GHz Hummingbird Application processor supporting 3D graphics and smooth Web browsing and 1.3 megapixel front and 3 megapixel rear-facing cameras and is powered by Android 2.2™, including full support for Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1.

Just like Samsung’s Galaxy S™ smart phones, the Galaxy Tab includes Samsung’s Social Hub application, which syncs a users Messaging and Contacts to initiate the sending and receiving of information, whether it is e-mail, instant messaging, social network updates or SMS messages. Additionally, calendar information from portal calendars, such as Google Calendar, and social networking services are displayed together in one calendar with two-way synchronization.

Services like Google Maps™ Navigation (Beta) and Google Goggles are available on Google’s Android platform. With useful location-based services like Google Maps™, consumers can search in Standard English instead of entering an exact address. A search-by-voice function is just as intuitive, meaning searches can also be completed easily on the go.

Key features:

7-inch enhanced TFT display with WSVGA resolution – Offers brighter colors and clearer pictures and delivers 1024 x 600 resolution whether watching a movie or reading a book Rear-facing, 3MP camera and camcorder – AutoFocus captures DVD quality videoFront-facing, 1.3-megapixel camera and camcorder – Enables video chat with other people who have video conferencing capabilities (applications available in Android Market™).Corporate Email – Supports Android 2.2 Exchange ActiveSync e-mail to synchronize corporate e-mail, contacts and calendars from office e-mail accountsWi-Fi® connectivity (802.11 b/g/n) and Wireless Hotspot supportBuilt-in 2 GB internal memory with 16 GB pre-installed microSD™ expandable to 32 GB4,000 mAh Battery – Provides ample power to watch movies, share content and surf the WebUltra thin at 12 millimeters and weighing 13 ounces – For users who don’t want to be weighed down by adding a mobile tablet to their pocket or purseCustomizable touch screen menu with drag-and-drop widgetsSamsung Social Hub – Built around messaging, contacts and calendar sync, which allows users to send and receive daily activities, whether it is e-mail, social network updates or SMS messages

For additional information about the Samsung Galaxy Tab, visit www.samsungmobileusa.com.

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