Exercise is a prime focus in today’s society.  Everyone wants to lose weight somehow.  While many people look for modern shortcuts that typically lead no where, others take their health more seriously.  A basic key to staying more fit is simple exercise.  Walking for exercise is about as old-school as it gets.  It may be an oldie, but it’s definitely a goody.

Sadly, many people want to avoid exercise at all costs. You can see this all around you, when you go to the grocery story or your local shopping mall. No matter what the weather (though it’s more understandable during bad weather)- but no matter what the weather, you will find people trolling the parking lot, going up and down the aisles, just trying to find the closest parking space to the entrance. No matter how long it takes, everyone wants to park as close as possible. Even if it’s a gorgeous day and there are spaces galore toward the back, people would rather wait for 15-20 minutes (or more) to get the closer space.

When, instead, they could park right away at one of the available spaces, walk a little bit further. If we all focused on walking more and driving less, we’d all be much, much healthier.

European countries have a lower risk of obesity and fewer obesity related diseases. This is, in part, because most Europeans walk everywhere.   Whether it’s intentional or not, it benefits them regardless.

I sometimes spot individuals walking for exercise in the local mall or on the sidewalk.  Granted, it’s usually some sort of power stride, but it’s still walking.  The great thing about getting in shape is that it doesn’t have to cost you money.  Think about it.  You spend less on groceries if you eat less, and there’s no charge if you’re walking for exercise.  Walking is one of the greatest forms of exercise.  You can actually tally up the calories you burn when doing this simple metabolism booster.

Overall, walking for exercise is an old way to stay fit, but still a perfect one.  Consider this: How often could you possibly walk as opposed to driving?  This is something to consider in order to achieve better health.  Even if your typical day doesn’t call for walking, take a fun stroll anyhow.  It will just make you feel better.

We found it… the weapon of mass destruction…… and it goes by the name, Monster Burger.

This 1,420-calorie burger, which contains 107 grams of fat is only one of the growing trend of high fat, high calories burgers that are flying out the drive-thru windows.

Please think before you eat! Think about what your body has to do to rescue you from this heart attack on a bun! Trust me, you think you’ll miss your knees when they are gone, try missing your pancreas and liver. Take good care of them, they will thank you with long life, tremendous energy and a body that doesn’t hold you back from doing the things you love.

Be well,

Lynette, your weight loss life coach

879,565 pounds of frozen Lean Cuisine chicken meals that may contain small pieces of hard blue plastic is being recalled by the Nestle Prepared Foods Company.

The following Lean Cuisine products are being recalled:

• 9.5-ounce packages of “LEAN CUISINE PESTO CHICKEN WITH BOW TIE PASTA” brand frozen meals. Printed on each side of each package is a production code of “8280595912″ as well as a use-by date of “Best Before MAY 2010.”
• 10.5-ounce packages of “LEAN CUISINE CHICKEN MEDITERRANEAN” brand frozen meals. Printed on the side of each package is a production code of “8231595912″ or “8241595912″ as well as a use-by date of “Best before SEP 2010″; a production code of “8263595912,” “8269595911,” or “8274595912,” as well as a use-by date of “Best before OCT 2010″; or a production code of “8291595912″ or “8301595912″ as well as a use-by date of “Best before NOV 2010.”
• 12.5-ounce packages of “LEAN CUISINE CHICKEN TUSCAN” brand frozen meals. Printed on the side of each package is a production code of “8234595911″ and a use-by date of “Best before SEP 2009″; a production code of “8253595911″ or “8269595912″ as well as a use-by date of “Best before OCT 2009″; or a production code of “8292595911″ or “8296595911″ as well as a use-by date of “Best before NOV 2009.”

Each package also bears the USDA mark of inspection as well as the establishment number “EST P-9018.” The frozen chicken meals were produced on Aug. 18, Aug. 21, Aug. 28, Sept. 9, Sept. 19, Sept. 25, Sept. 30, Oct. 6, Oct. 17-18, Oct. 22, and Oct. 27, 2008, and were distributed to retail establishments nationwide, according to the USDA.

Consumers with questions about the recall should call 800-227-6188.

Parsley is not just for garnish. Did you know parsley is a great body cleanser? It helps in reducing gallstones, kidney stones, and maintaining healthy blood vessels.

The lymphatic system cleans all the tissues of the body.

Avoid wearing tight clothing; which will obstruct the flow of lymph in your body.

Good posture will strengthen abdominal muscles and support your back. To improve your posture, bring your head and neck back and breathe in to tighten your stomach.

If you are in the process of eliminating caffeine from your diet, learn relaxation techniques such as; meditation, deep breathing and yoga to help get through the caffeine withdraw symptoms.

In order to put less strain on your digestive system, it is better to eat smaller meals more often, than one or two large meals daily.

Studies have shown that laughter refreshes the heart.

Laughter reduces stress hormones and stimulates the immune system.

When developing an exercise plan make sure to have a clear vision of what you want from exercise, develop a plan of action, and identify tools and support systems to put your plan into action.