Whole Grains

A diet rich in whole grains will help give you the energy you need to get through your busy days!
Remember just because it's brown doesn't mean it's whole grain...look for the words 'whole grain, whole (name of grain), and whole wheat'. 
Popcorn, oatmeal, and brown rice are always whole grains!
The word enriched doesn not mean it is a whole grain.  It is, in fact, refined!

Try this recipie!

Baked Barley with Mushrooms
1/2 pound sliced mushrooms
1 medium sized sliced carrot
1 small diced onion
1 cup chicken bouillon
4 cups water
3/4 cup barley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

In a 2 quart casserole dish, mix all ingredients and cover.  Bake in 350 degree oven for 2 hours, stirring occisionally.  Enjoy!

Week 2 of the circuit training challenge!

You survived week 1! Are your quads sore...hamstrings...? I consider sore muscles a good thing (as long as you didn't forget to stretch!) It means you had a killer workout and are hopefully eager to start week 2!
How are you creatively fitting in exercise? Sit-ups while watching your favorite show... side bends? Lunges down the hallway? hopscotch on the way to pick up your papers from the printer? Don't be afraid to skip down the hallway and ALWAYS take the stairs:)
Good luck on week 2!