Hood to Coast Training

I just finished planning my training for the next 12 weeks. The purpose of this is to survive the Hood to Coast race, for which I have willingly paid money (????) to participate. The above picture is my husband and I (smiling, so obviously before the race) at Timberline Lodge, the start of the Hood to Coast race. I ran leg 4 (the easiest) and Shane ran leg 5 (the hardest, naturally.) This meant that he was waiting for me at the end of each of my 3 legs that I ran. I loved this idea at first, but after I handed the team bracelet off to him the first time and he took off, I was like "WAIT! I just ran a Very Hard Race! Aren't you proud of me?? We need to talk about this!!!!" But of course, he did not stop and by the time I saw him again, he had run his own miles and wanted to debrief the course, the condition of his knee, and most importantly his ROADKILL COUNT. That's the number of people you pass while running your leg. I made the early mistake of providing a large piece of poster board and markers to record this on the outside of our van. I can only assume that whoever read it felt pity on the obviously handicapped "Jill" of few roadkill count hash marks.

Like childbirth, time has dulled the memory of the pain of this experience. Sort of. Also like pregnancy, once you are irrecoverably committed, you start to go "WAAAAAAAAAAIT a minute. I remember this. I'm SCAAAAAAARED!!!!!"

So it's time to get training. My summer calendar is now filled with lovely things like "tempo run" and "hill sprints." Aren't I going to have fun? I'm sure the whole experience will like, build character or whatever.
Wish me luck!

Happy Memorial Day!

Campfire Lean & Green Skewers

Happy Memorial Day! Whether you find yourself at the campsite or attending a BBQ this weekend, here is a fun recipe to help you stay on track with your health goals! Ingredients: 9-10 ounces uncooked chicken or lean steak (it will cook down to approx. 6 oz) 1/2 cup large chunks of mushrooms 1/2 cup large chunks of red peppers 1/2 cup large chunks of green peppers 2-3 chunks of yellow onion (optional) balsamic glaze metal skewers/wood skewers soaked in water before cooking Instructions: Layer chunks of meat, peppers and onions onto skewers and place on grill over hot coals. Brush with balsamic glaze and grill over the fire, turning as needed and cooking until steak is cooked as desired or chicken is cooked through. Provides one entire lean and green serving for one person, complete with smoky delicious smell.

Inspiration Corner

Typical results are 2-5 lbs per week for 2 weeks and 1-2 lbs per week thereafter.

Check out the post of sweet success that one of our clients Dara recently shared. Dara has lost 50 pounds on program and is not just looking good, but also feeling great! She is moving into the maintenance portion of our program, which is still health coach assisted by us for as long as she desires (hopefully for life- love you Dara!)

Habits of Health- Reality Check

Where do you find yourself?

Time for a moment of truth. Where do you find yourself on this chart? Studies show that the large majority of those in the obese category would not ever classify themselves as obese and have not recognized the risk their weight poses to their health. Whether you find yourself on the chart in the red, green, or somewhere in between, chances are good that you have room to improve your health (don't we all?) Click on the BMI chart above to take a health quiz for a look at where you find your health today and why. If you recognize that a change needs to be made, seize this moment to call us for a free consultation on how we can help you reach and maintain a healthy weight.

What choice will you make for yourself today?

Questions to consider...

▪ Why do I want to be healthy? ▪ What will I be able to do differently at my healthy weight? ▪ What will it mean to the people I love for me to be healthy? ▪ Who can I inspire to live healthy? ▪ Is what I'm currently doing getting me the results I want?

Meet your fearless health coaches!

When we are not busy playing co-ed softball together, we love running, volleyball, long walks on the beach and supporting you and those you love in your health! Would you do us a favor and pass this along to anyone that you know of who is looking to create health in their lives? We pay $25 for referrals in whatever form you choose (credit toward your own health journey, Starbucks, Legos, or whatever puts a smile on your face!) To contact Shane, call 503-559-2445, or email shane@choosehealth.info. To contact Jill, call 541-852-2261 or email jill@choosehealth.info. Or, to submit a request for more info, click here. To Your Health! Shane & Jill

Happy Mother's Day!

Mother's Day Luncheon Lean & Green veggie quiche Ingredients: 6 eggs 3 cups chopped green and red peppers and lightly steamed broccoli 1/2 cup skim milk 1/4 cup hard cheese, such as parmesan or romano pepper non-stick spray How-to: In large pie plate or casserole baking dish, spray with non-stick oil and arrange chopped veggies, top with cheese and pepper. In separate bowl, mix milk and eggs. When combined, pour over veggies. Provides 2 servings with 1 lean, 3 greens and 1 health fat serving. Healthy Mom's Club Angela lost 45 pounds. Typical results are 2-5 lbs per week for 2 weeks and 1-2 lbs per week thereafter. Heidi lost 100 pounds! Ruth lost 47 pounds! Congratulations to these healthy mothers who have made their own health a priority so that they can also take great care of others. Happy Mother's Day! Healthy Mother's Day Gift Ideas Are you tired of buying your mom the same old candy and flowers for mother's day? Here are a few healthy ideas to inspire you and make your mom smile: 1. Have you heard about the new trend in bracelets? Check out the FitBit Flex, a fitness tool to help Mom track her steps, sleep, and daily activity to help meet her goals. 2. What about a beautiful journal? Studies show that successful people journal regularly and furthermore, those who write down their food and exercise are much more likely to reach and maintain a healthy weight. Plus, journals are a great place for Mom's expressions of love for her family. Her first entry will likely read like this: "May 11, 2014, today I got a lovely and thoughtful gift from my amazing/handsome/lovely/talented (son or daughter)." 3. Plan an experience with your mom. Quality time with her favorite daughter at the spa getting pedicures or happy conversation with her son at the local farm-to-table restaurant will mean a lot to Mother Dearest. I need my health coach! We are your COPE certified health coaches! Please let us know how we can assist you or your mother or someone you love and their mother! We love what we do and find coaching YOU in your health to be fun and fulfilling! Ready to get started on program? Call us (Jill) 541-852-2261 or (Shane) 503-559-2445 or click here.