Fit Tip

It's back to school again!  Even though I don't have children and no longer teach, I still feel a bit of change in the air.  We all know traffic patterns will be different, our co-workers hours will change (and maybe our own!), the gym will become crowded at unusual times, the clock will fall back, and eventually the weather will improve.

My tip today is to be prepared for the changes.  Don't wait to "get into the routine" of the new season's calendar.  Start your new habits the same day the family schedule modifies. 

1. Sales are on for all things back to school so take advantage of that:  Buy a giant calendar and some markers and log your training.  Make it a desk top calendar or write on/wipe off wall poster so each of the members of the family can see it.  Go old school and put a sticker on days you've reached your workout/nutrition goal. 
2. Invest in a planner and record the days schedule, including meals, snacks and workouts. 
3. Don't overload your lists of things to do; tomorrow will be here before you know it!  Remember how great it feels to cross off items on your list so make the goal obtainable.
4. At the grocery store, look at all the great back to school offerings and try out something new.  Purchase healthy snacks in 100 calorie packets.  Look for whole grains and low sugar in single serving sizes.  Start packing your breakfast/lunch/snacks for your day in a new lunch bag and include a bottle of water.
5.  Already on a roll with diet and exercise?  Then time for a reward!  Buy a new pair of gym shoes or a new outfit for training.