4th of July Freedom Run/Walk - Seward, NE

What a way to start the 4th of July off - with a 2 mile or 10K walk or run!

$25 (10K) or $15 (2 mile) if registered by JUNE 25TH!

If any Wealth for my Health contestants want to participate email Sara at Sara@EventsRefined.com and we can make carpooling arrangements!

http://www.sewardoptimistclub.org/freedomrun.htm - more information about the run and to register

Lucky 7 Run/Walk - to benefit the American Cancer Society

Check it out -

http://www.active.com/running/lincoln-ne/lucky-7-runwalk-2010

If any Wealth for my Health contestants are interested in participating, email sara@eventsrefined.com and we will get a team set up.

Thanks!

Why I Run...

I run because victory is sweet

Because road hills are tough, but I am tougher

I run because oxygen debt is only a small glimpse at heaven.

And while some say they jog, I call myself a runner.

I run because pushing yourself to the limits has never been so better defined.

And because I have found that deeper strength inside my heart

That pushes me to go on when my mind and body say stop.

I run because I have felt the pain that comes with giving up and I have experienced the joy of crossing the finish line.

I run because when one said strength comes in numbers, he was right.

Because the weaker I feel, the stronger I am getting.

Progress only comes with pain

I run for happy trails and happy tears

Because I have learned how to face my fears

And destroy them with the strength I have gained through running

I run for cold lake Erie baths after a hard race

And because I do not know the depth of my inner strength

Until I have reached down deep, found that strength and pushed harder.

I run because any other time cold, rainy days and lots of mud are no fun.

And because all goals and accomplishments that are possible and reachable were,

At one point, seemingly impossible and unattainable.

I run because I get to wipe away tears of joy

I run because we are in it together and no one else understands.

And not only do I gain self-confidence, strength and support,

But I get to give it away to those I love.

With running, I have confronted the very worst of myself

To bring out the very best

And I know how to set a goal, and do everything it takes to get to that goal.

I run because you win some and lose some, but it’s all a part of the game.

Because I am strong.

I run because every time I run, I discover a new reason.

Because even failure brings me closer to my goal.

I run because my mind is in control of my body

And because pain brings healing and healing brings hope.

And hope is a beautiful thing.

I run not for victims, but for survivors, for fighters and for the empowering stories that they live to tell.

I run because it’s my purpose.

Because I was born with an obligation to myself and my family

To maintain a healthy body

I run for the exhilarating freedom felt running down the middle of the road in the dark, early morning while the rest of the world sleeps.

I run because in a world of war and hate, I have found peace.

-Author Unknown

Body Fat Analyzer

Here are some tips to get the most accurate measurement from the Body Fat Analzer we use for eliminations.

o Select a consistent time of day, and stick to it. (Monday nights, 7:00pm)

o Test with an empty bladder.

o Test when normally hydrated.

o Avoid measurement immediately after eating and bathing.

o Before a meal or at least two hours after a meal is best.

Hope that helps!

S.M.A.R.T - keep this in mind when setting goals

I just love registered dietitian, Karen Kuzma. Not only is she chock full of awesome information, but she is always so willing to share it. In fact, did you realize that dietitian is spelled - TIAN instead of -CIAN? I would have never known if Karen did not correct me! Every time we get done with our conversations (which usually last quite a while - we always have so much to talk about!) I walk away with so much more knowledge. So thank  you Karen, for being such a teacher! I love it. :)

So, when Karen found out my goal was to drink more water she challenged me. She challenged me to get more specific. She wanted to know HOW MUCH more water I was going to drink. (S - specific) She wanted to know HOW I am going to KNOW I am drinking more water. (M-measureable) She wanted to make sure it was a realistic goal. (A-achievable, R-realistic) Then she wanted to know the specific time frame of my goal. (T - time based)

So, I am going to drink 8oz of water (S, M) before each meal (A, R, T) every day for the next week (T, A, R).

Thanks Karen!

**Keep S.M.A.R.T. in mind when setting your own goals. I may just ask you to get real specific!

Steak Kabobs

I found some stew meat in the deep freeze and thought it would be perfect for grilling steak kabobs on the grill. I asked the hubby to fire up the grill while I trimmed the beef (cut of all visible fat) and cut the veggies. I used green pepper, white onion and cherry tomatoes - but use your favorites. Or better yet - use what's growing in that garden you planted! I also added some pineapple chunks to sweeten things up a bit.

The hubby came in from firing up the grill and told me we would be George Foreman'ing it tonight - meaning the grill was out of gas. Nothing like improvising!

We served these on a bed of of wild rice (Uncle Ben's) and canned green beans sauteed with olive oil, garlic and red onion. Delish and healthy! (and pretty easy, too)

Fat vs. Muscle

 Mike from Capital City Boot Camps was nice enough to share his 5 pounds of fat and muscle for a demonstration this weekend in Omaha. (Okay, not really HIS fat and muscle... the guy doesn't even have 5 pounds of fat on him!) However, before these blobs left the city - I wanted to share them with all of you first!

You decide which you would rather have more of, based on what fat and muscle looks like. If it wasn't for skin - I don't think anyone would be fat! That stuff looks gross!