DID YOU KNOW

photo by me - it's one of the fountains you'll see walking downtown Portland.

Article info via Shape Magazine, March 2010 pg 35

that if you notice yourself feeling irritated, try taking a swig of water.

Turns out quenching your thirst isn't just good for your health - it also boosts your mood!

Studies have found that people who were mildly dehydrated felt angrier and more confused than those who had their fill on fluids.

How much is enough?

The standard eight 8oz glasses a day should do it.

So, for a good time, drink up!

STEEL CUT OATMEAL + TART CRAISINS +

plump and juicy blueberries +
agave nectar + milk = a happy and full belly......

182 Calories

A FAVORITE SNACK

that is super filling and delicious.... 1 cup cottge cheese
1 small can of mandarin oranges
1 TBSP slivered almonds

HELLO NURSE!

Have you tried Oroweat Multi-Grain Sandwich thins?
If you haven't, go get some today. They are delicious!!!

I WAS A LITTLE INTIMIDATED

to enter Gallaghers to purchase a pair of running shoes since I'm not a "runner" - YET.
I didn't know if they would chuckle at me admitting I'm doing the couch to 5K but boy was I wrong, they are AMAZING at that store and I loved the whole experience from shoes to sports bra and being assured I will not lose my toe nails....
The shoes I've been wearing while walking have been hurting my right heel but now my feet are cushiony and oh so happy.
My first 5K will be in Utah on June 12 with my cousin Sherri, dad and sister and then I'll be doing Race for the Cure in September with my cousin Kim.
I'm excited!
The moral of the post is, if you need a pair of shoes, and you're local, go to Gallaghers - you'll be so glad you did!!

IT'S DAY FOUR

on the 6 week fitness challenge and I've found a snack that satisfies my cravings.....Pistachios! 1/4 cup for 170 calories and 6 grams of protein.
What is your favorite snack?

MY AWESOME COUSIN SHERRI

is putting together a 6 week fitness challenge starting Monday the 15th.
Want to do it with us?....

photo here

It will be an 'on your honor' point system that is reported on Mondays.
Total of 5 possible points a day, one point each for:

No sugar
3 servings of raw fruit or vegetables
30 minutes of continual exercise
No eating after 7pm
Drinking 8 - 8oz glasses of water

If you want to join in on Monday, click here to let Sherri know.
The more the merrier to make the next 6 weeks FUN!