Monthly Archives: January 2009

get your kiddies moving!

As I have been preparing to speak to a youth group about the importance of health and exercise I’ve been reviewing statistics about childhood obesity, and it really is shocking. In the United States 1 in 3 kids are considered … Continue reading

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Who Knew?

(Photo Taken From HG website!!) Happy National Blueberry Pancake day! (I didn’t even know there was such a thing.) My Hungry Girl newsletter gave me the good news…and along with it was Hungry Girl’s recipe for a healthy batch of … Continue reading

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See Megan Run…

Last week’s running had it’s ups and downs. The mid week runs weren’t too bad, but my energy level seemed lower than normal which wasn’t my favorite! I decided to change up the schedule from the normal and do them … Continue reading

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Exercise of the Week: Oblique Plank Twists

The obliques are an area of the body that women often want to work, (think love handles.) This exercise is an awesome one that is SURE to give those sides a run for their money. 1) Get in a side … Continue reading

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Weight Lifting Workout Format

Thanks to Karissa for inquiring about when to do what exercises. This post is LONG overdue. Let me begin by saying there are so many different workout formats that you can follow. It really all depends on what you want … Continue reading

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Oven Bakes Sweet Potato Fries

You’ve heard me rave about my beloved Sunflower Market in previous posts. And I’m here to rave, yet again. Their selection of produce is AWESOME. So much variety, and all SO fresh, and not to mention at a great price. … Continue reading

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Exercise of the Week: Jump Squats

Wanna Boost up your workout and work those legs a little bit harder? Insert a set of jump squats in between all of your sets of exercises when you’re lifting weights. It will help to keep your heart rate higher, … Continue reading

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See Megan Run: 9 Miles

Today was the first of my Saturday long runs. There are many more to come and they only get longer from here on out. It am glad to say it went well. Since I’m a total wuss when it comes … Continue reading

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Baskin Robbins goes healthy…ish…

Baskin Robbins has come out with a “lighter” version of their delectable goodness. They call their newest flavers “BRight Choices.” (Think, Dryer’s Slow Churned…a favorite of mine.) From 90 calorie, fat free vanilla, to 130 calorie low fat chocolate these … Continue reading

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Biggest Loser Recap

For those of you who haven’t watched it yet…don’t worry. I’m not here to spoil it for you, BUT for those of you who have, what a good episode eh? The highlights for me?-Bob goes Jillian on Silver Team member … Continue reading

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