by Dan | Oct 31, 2011 | Holidays, Motivation
Have a safe and Happy Halloween everybody. It just goes to show, you are never to old to have fun with this holiday. Here is a picture of Dr. Lawrence today. He used this costume multiple times with patients today, who all this was just great! They thought it was fun to see a doctor have fun at work!
Of course, with kids at home, you are always going to have fun, regardless of their age. Here Molly carved a pumpkin this weekend, and then wanted to bring it to the “doctor” because her pumpkin got “sick” while she was carving it. At least that is the story she is sticking with. Here is a picture of her “art work”.
Have a fun holiday everybody. Relax, and don’t take life so serious. There are more than enough opportunities for this to happen. Have a good week.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1495
by Dan | Oct 30, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Well, the Halloween Hustle Fun Run yesterday was a lot of fun, and great weather. It was in the mid 30’s, but very calm. Very good day for a fun run, walk. Here Sarah and I are in are costumes, as we went as the “Incredibles”. Everything for the run, day, event was “Incredible”, and everybody there had a good time. The Jolly Green Giant showed up, and we found “Waldo”, as well as several other super heroes, to name a few.
Molly agreed to wear her costume, here with Sarah, but we could not convince Nick to wear his. He was too serious yesterday, and really wanted to try and win the race. He achieved his goal, winning the race, with a time of 18:46. All of us had a fun morning, and was a great way to spend the day as a family. Following this, Sarah and I went back to the pool for Megan’s swim meet. All of us were busy this weekend!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1494
by Dan | Oct 27, 2011 | Exercise, Goals, Wellness/Health
Hey everybody…this coming saturday is the 2nd Annual Halloween Hustle fun run. You can run, walk…wear a costume if you like as they are giving prizes for the best costumes in several categories. 10 AM start time. Come have some fun…The Reiffenbergers are dressing up as the super hero family, The Incredibles! Will show pictures from the race this weekend.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1491
by kelsey | Oct 27, 2011 | Holidays, Weight Management
It’s that time of the year again. Not only are the stores packed with Halloween costumes, the aisles are filled with candy. Most of the candy passed out to trick-or-treaters comes in “fun size” or “mini” portions, however looks can be deceiving! People often think that since they are in smaller size, more can be consumed. Calories from Halloween candy can quickly add up. For example 3 mini snickers packs on 300 calories!
Thankfully Halloween doesn’t have to mean an automatic weight gain. Try waiting until the day before to buy treats to pass out. You will feel less likely to nibble when it’s not sitting around as long. Also, keep it out of sight, such as a closet or cupboard you rarely use. The biggest challenge is the leftover candy after Halloween is over. Try buying candy that you don’t like as it’s easier to get rid of, or purchase healthy options.
Halloween treats to try: sugar free bum, boxes of raisins, animal crackers, pretzles, trail mix, fruit snacks, lollipops, or non candy choices such as stickers, erasers, etc.
Halloween treats to avoid: candy bars, caramels, fudge, skittles, and m&ms.
Happy Halloween!
-Kelsey
by kelsey | Oct 26, 2011 | Cooking Tips, Diet, Food, Weight Management
With the seasons changing and the weather getting colder, hot cereal for breakfast is back! Here are some ways to spice up your hot cereal.
- Use fat-free milk to give you some calcium and protein
- Add dried fruits such as raisins or dates and chopped nuts
- Mix in fruit purees or applesauce
- Add some fruit such as blueberries, strawberries, or bananas
- Give your hot cereal a little crunch by adding a little dry cereal or granola
- Cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice or cloves can spice it up as well
If you’re in a hurry in the morning, make your hot cereal even simpler by preparing it in a mug for desktop dining at the office. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so be sure to start your day off right!
-Kelsey
