Tip of the Day - Dress for the Occasion

Dressing the part for working out can have a positive influence on workouts. Just like dressing the part for work, when you do so it helps make you ready for the occasion. Especially if you are going to be working out early in the morning. I suggest putting your workout clothes next to your bed, so when you wake up you step right into them. When I am wearing the proper clothes to workout, I feel better about myself and it makes me want to try harder. It is about how you feel in the clothes and you want clothes that make you feel good.

Working out is about feeling good. When you feel good as a mom, the rest of your family will follow. You are the foundation and being your best self will help your family be at their best.

Recommendations of exercise clothing that look good and has the right support and comfort are:

Lululemon - Love their Ta Ta Tamer bra. Perfect for those breastfeeding mommas. Support, Support!!!      
Nike  - Their workout pants are great. So many different options to fit all different body types.    
Prana  - Great for Yoga or Pilates. Definite exercises just after being cleared by your Dr.
Patagonia  - Their new running line has some great options.

Tip of the Day - Breakfast

Always eat breakfast within 30 minutes to an hour of waking up in the morning. It will help jump start your metabolism for the day. While any breakfast is better than none, try eating a breakfast high in protein and fiber. Breakfast is your most important meal of the day and scientific research backs this up. According to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, a study found the lifelong breakfast- skippers had higher cholesterol levels and carried more mid-section weight than breakfast eaters. 

I can't eat the same breakfast everyday, so I try to change it up during the week. A few examples of a well balanced breakfast are:

- 2 eggs (done anyway), a slice of multigrain toast and a strip of bacon

- protein shake with protein powder, any fruit of your liking and water

- oatmeal, nuts and dried fruit

Tilapia Dinner

This is an easy recipe that will get even the most hated fish eaters to like it. Tilapia is a white freshwater fish. It is very lean and light tasting.

1. First coat the fish in egg whites.

2. Then, coat the fish in panko bread crumbs and add fish seasoning (such as Chef Paul Prudhomme's MAGIC Seasoning Blend). Make sure to coat both sides with the bread crumbs and seasoning. 

3. Add about 2 T vegetable oil to a fry pan and heat to med/hi. Place the fish in the fry pan and brown on each side. Usually takes about 3-5 minutes per side. My husband likes them pretty crispy so I might flip them a couple times. 

 4. Garnish the fish with lemon and parsley. Pair the fish with a steamed vegetable and a low sodium rice mix.

5. The tilapia should be crunchy on the outside and flaky in the center. There you have a well balanced and healthy meal. Yummy!!