| December 23
Health and Diet
Some quick fixes… Before eating pizza, blot the oil with a paper napkin to reduce the fat content. Use nonstick vegetable oil cooking sprays instead of regular oils. They can save you up to 100 calories and 14 grams of fat/serving. Keep a bowl of fruit on the counter and raw vegetables in the front of the refrigerator so they're at the ready as a healthy snack. Add a handful of walnuts (about 4 whole) to a salad instead of cheese. They contain heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Fitness
Let’s talk about balls. If you’re buying or using a gymnastics ball, make sure the size is correct for your height. When the ball is the right fit, you should be able to sit in the center of the inflated ball, feet planted firmly on the floor, your thighs parallel to the floor, hips at a 90 to 110 degree angle to the thighs, and knees at an angle anywhere from 90 to 100 degrees to the thighs. It’s easier to stay on a ball with a little less air in it.
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