Monday, October 23, 2017

Learn These Easy Portion Control Tricks

October 23, 2017
"Break down your goal into smaller, specific goals that can be measured. If your goal is to lose 20 pounds, a smaller weekly goal might be to start eating healthy snacks rather than candy bars."— Matthew M. Clark, Ph.D., L.P.
Healthy Eating
Portion control guide
Think about the last time you ate a bowl of spaghetti. Was your portion more than one serving? Chances are, it was. Don't worry; memorizing a complete inventory of food serving sizes or carrying measuring cups with you to meals isn't necessary. Simply use this serving size guide to help you easily identify accurate portions.
See these helpful visual cues »
Overcome Obstacles
Weekend recovery tips
Did you overeat during the weekend or slip back into old habits? That's OK — stay positive and don't be hard on yourself. Simply be curious about your choices, and use your experiences as learning opportunities for the future. Don't give up — use these tips to get back on track.

Recommit to your goals »
Today's Fitness Tip
Blast calories with interval training
Interval training simply means alternating bursts of intense activity with intervals of lighter activity. Start by alternating leisurely walking with periods of faster walking. Increasing your intensity for even a few minutes at a time can help you burn more calories.



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