November 2006

Thanksgivine cornucopia

Volume 6, Issue 11

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IN THIS ISSUE:

1. Greetings from the Editor
2. Article—How To Survive Thanksgiving Dinner While On A Diet
3. Article—Why Exercising is More Fun with a Four-legged Friend
4. Inspirational Quotes
5.Articles & Web Sites Worth A Look


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Dear Fitness Friends,

It's Thanksgiving time and time to reflect on all the things we have to be thankful. We may not have the perfect bodies or the perfect health, but we should be thankful for the health and bodies that we do have.

We should focus on the positive and and give thanks. Yes, we may over indulge in some eating, but it shouldn't be an excuse to pull out all the stops and go hog wild from now until January 2. Give yourself permission to enjoy your Thanksgiving meal and KNOW that you will go back to your healthier way of eating the very next day.

I'm thankful to all my faithful subscribers and wish all of you the happiest of Thanksgivings!

Regards,

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"To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art."

~~La Rochefoucauld

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How To Survive Thanksgiving
Dinner While On A Diet

By Dorrie Ruplinger

It’s the dreaded time of the year —the food filled holidays. It’s not that you don’t like food. It’s just the opposite. You love food. But you are working hard to lose those extra pounds you have been carrying around and you don’t want the holidays to undo all that hard work.

Many weight loss experts will tell you to not bother trying to lose weight during the holidays and to just try to maintain your current weight until after the holiday season. They probably think that because the average person gains three to seven pounds during the holidays that maintaining your current weight means you are doing great. I do agree to a point. Being able to not gain weight during the holidays is a pretty good feat considering all the delicious foods many of us have available to us in staggering amounts.

But I think a person can continue to lose weight during the holidays without feeling cranky the whole time or feeling completely deprived. I lost weight during the holiday season and I have a friend who was so determined to lose the extra pounds she was carrying around that she started her diet on Thanksgiving Day (yes, on the one day of the year that people traditionally pig out the most) and went on to successfully lose 40 pounds and keep it off. And nobody was even aware she was starting her diet that day.

So how did I survive Thanksgiving dinner while on my diet and how did my friends successfully start her diet on Thanksgiving Day?

It’s all about choices.

First of all I’ll tell you what I didn’t do. I didn’t have any alcoholic beverages because I wanted to chew my calories that day and not drink them, and because alcohol tends to weaken my resolve. And I’m not the only person whose resolve weakens after having a few drinks. Who do you usually see dancing on top of the pool table or bar when you go out – a sober person or a person who has had a few drinks?

This is what I did do:

•Had small portions of the foods I really like so that I wouldn’t feel deprived (turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, and half a dinner roll).

•Had large portions of raw vegetables from the veggie tray and lots of the steamed cauliflower and green beans that were served that day.

•Drank lots of ice water.

•I love pumpkin pie and whipped cream but I ate a small piece of it later on in the evening when everyone else was pigging out on leftover turkey, potatoes, stuffing, etc. The pie along with more of the raw veggies completely satisfied me and the scale was still my friend the next morning.

This is what my friend did:

•Took reasonable portions of everything she really liked but didn’t go back for seconds and thirds like she did other years.

• My friend enjoys cocktails and she had a few, but to keep the calories down she had Jack Daniels and Diet Coke which meant each drink she had was less than 75 calories.

•That afternoon when everyone was watching football, she went for a long walk.

•She politely declined taking home leftovers.

You can survive Thanksgiving dinner while dieting. And it doesn’t have to be a painful experience. Make smart choices, have small portions of what you really like, skip the things you don’t really love, and fill up on the low calorie veggies and salad. And, if the Thanksgiving dinner you attend doesn’t traditionally offer any low calorie foods like raw or steamed veggies, don’t be shy about starting a new tradition and bringing them yourself.

About The Author: Dorrie Ruplinger is a featured writer for www.LoseWeightForChristmas.com. Visit the website for a free report on how to lose 10 pounds before Christmas.

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"The wise man should consider that health is the greatest of human blessings. Let food be your medicine."

~~Hippocrates

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"He who enjoys good health is rich, though he knows it not."

~~Italian Proverb

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Why Exercising is More Fun with a Four-legged Friend


How can you stay motivated to exercise during the cold, winter months? Having a furry exercise buddy who needs to go for a walk regardless of the weather may be the answer. Here are some great reasons why your eager pooch can also be the best health and fitness partner you can have.


Good Buddy—Man’s best friend is an excellent workout buddy. No one is more excited to go outside and run, play and sniff than your happy pooch. And who can ever say no to a wagging tail? Maybe he’ll even get the leash himself!

No Excuses—Rain, sleet or snow your dog is ready to go. There are no excuses for not exercising when you need to walk your dog.

Socialization—Greet everyone your dog meets when you’re out walking together. It can be much easier to approach someone new when you’re with your dog. Your handsome pooch is an instant conservation piece.

Therapeutic—Getting outside everyday and enjoying the fresh air and the scenery can become very therapeutic. Walking your dog is good for your mind and body.

Happiness on a Leash—Regular exercise makes people and dogs happier, healthier and stronger.

Changing it Up—Dogs walk and sniff, chase after squirrels and run. In one walk you can have a varied workout routine that can change at any second, which keeps it more interesting and better than the monotony of a treadmill.

No Membership Fees—No exercise equipment required. No special attire or membership fees, just you and your dog can enjoy a great workout at your own pace.

Motivation—A personal trainer isn’t as good at getting you out of bed as your best buddy.

Acceptance—No matter what you wear or how you look, your dog will always adore you. Even if you don’t have time to brush your teeth or comb your hair they will still enjoy playtime with you.

Entertainment Value—Watching your dog’s antics outside, trying to bite the water from a sprinkler or sprint off after a squirrel that he will never catch could be the best laugh you’ll have all day.

Nurture—There is great satisfaction in knowing that you are taking care of a pet and all his basic needs are dependent on you. Caring for your family dog could be one of the most nurturing things you can do.

Science has shown that consistent activity is a key tool in reaching and maintaining a healthy weight, therefore adopting a dog is one of the most effective ways to achieve consistent exercise. That’s why Weight Watchers, the most trusted name in weight loss, and North Shore Animal League America, the world’s largest no-kill, pet rescue and adoption organization, are teaming up this October up for the “Adopt a Walking Buddy” campaign.

This partnership will encourage activity throughout the fall and winter and support a great cause - saving the lives of homeless shelter pets. You’re not just adopting a friend for life, but a partner in your plan for health.

Learn more about the nationwide Adopt a Walking Buddy Campaign and how to find your new exercise buddy.
www.nsalamerica.org/walkingbuddy

Want more free health and fitness tips for your dog? Sign up for E-tails, North Shore Animal League America’s free e-newsletter and get the latest delivered right to your inbox! www.nsalamerica.org/membership

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Articles & Web Sites Worth a Look

Workout Routines and New Ideas for Fitness

Your Guide To Fitness

Some Tips to Get You Through the
Thanksgiving Day 'Hall of Food'

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~~Joan Welsh

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The information in this newsletter is not intended in any way to be a substitute for medical advice. Always see your doctor before you begin any exercise routine or make drastic changes in your diet.

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