by Dan | Mar 1, 2011 | Etc., Exercise, Holidays, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Well, reluctantly, we are back to South Dakota. We had a great vacation in Mexico…first time there. If you can’t get out of the cold here, then you can explore Mexico this way. I am going to take you on a tour of some of the great sights, and show you some of the things we did while on vacation. You have to take time to relax and enjoy, but you can still find time to stay active as well. There were lots of activities going on, which definitely helped, because I have to say, the diet kind of went of vaction also. For short time periods, that is OK also. You have to enjoy some of these things in life as well. You can help balance this out a little bit by continuing to stay active and exercise. We took walks on the beach, ran outside, worked out in the fitness center they had, went snorkeling several times, and took tours of the sights that invovled a lot of walking as well. Of course, we had plenty of R & R as well. Stay tuned for a tour of Riviera Maya in Mexico!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1252
by kelsey | Feb 23, 2011 | Motivation, Wellness/Health
Throughout our STRIVE 2 Survive wellness program and many of our blog posts, you will find us discussing the importance of having a support system -aka- ‘a buddy’! Dr. Dan’s dog’s name is Buddy…and is literally his running and biking buddy. I rely on my family and close friends to keep me motivated to stay on track with my wellness goals. Your buddy could be your pet, spouse, friend, co-worker, sister/brother, etc. Whoever it is, ask for their support in your wellness efforts! Those that have a support system are often times more successful with their goals.
-Kelsey
by kelsey | Feb 21, 2011 | Wellness/Health
Tomorrow’s STRIVE 2 Survive lecture given by Dr. Clark Likness will be focusing on the wellness wheel and how the different parts of our lives contribute to overall wellness. It’s a great topic as many other factors contribute to our weight issues and overall health. Since Dr. Dan is off enjoying sun and warmer temps, I am going to show you all some seated exercises you can do at home or work. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!
-Kelsey
by Dan | Feb 17, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Wellness/Health, Winter
Sarah and I get to take off on Saturday on a vacation to Mexico…first time for us. Time for a break from the snow and cold…Now that is what I need to help increase the motivation. I will take lots of pictures of the scenery there to share when we get back. Lots of food and relaxation, but we also still exercise everyday. It would not be very difficult to let everything slip on vacation, and then come back with an extra 5-10#. This way we can still eat and enjoy things, yet still keep our health in check. Looking forward to a week with my best friend! If I am able to send text messages, I will attempt to twitter the Mexico happenings!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1241
by kelsey | Feb 17, 2011 | Diet, Food, Heart Health, Wellness/Health
Red wine has gotten a lot of “buzz” in the news and media in the last several years regarding it’s link to prevention of heart disease. The main components of red wine that have been shown to be beneficial to us are the flavonoids and antioxidants which come from the red grape. According to the American Heart Association, there have not been any direct comparison studies to determine the specific effect of wine on the development of heart disease. The linkage in these studies may have also been due to other lifestyle factors such as increased activity and a diet low in saturated fats.
Overall, we know that red wine offers more heart healthy benefits than other varieties, however more studies need to be done to determine the exact relationship between red wine and heart health. As always, moderation is key. It is recommended that females have no more than 1 drink a day and males, no more than 2 drinks a day (a drink is one 12 oz. beer, 4 oz. of wine, 1.5 oz. of 80-proof spirits, or 1 oz. of 100-proof spirits).
-Kelsey
