All posts in category Motivation
Monday Motivation
Posted by M. Terry on July 8, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/07/08/monday-motivation/
Fast “Food” Trap
Today through the 20th, you can swing through the McDonald’s drive-thru and pick up a Quarter Pounder and get the second one free. If you are tempted to do this, please see the above photos. I purchased a plain hamburger and small fries on March 8th (see picture #1). Picture #2 is what that meal looks like today after sitting in my dark pantry for over 3 months. Not much has changed- just some shrinkage to the patty…no mold, no bugs. Sometimes getting something for “free” can be costly. I’ll opt for a banana with peanut butter- Cheaper and much more nutritious!
Posted by M. Terry on May 26, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/05/26/fast-food-trap/
Brussel Sprouts and Biceps
Aleyah was reading the back of the Kashi cereal box to me the other day. Here was one of the questions that was asked:
“Which has the most protein by weight?”
- Brussel sprouts
- Asparagus
- Broccoli
The answer…Brussel sprouts! No wonder I’ve been fully satisfied lately as I’ve feasted on those little green guys freshly harvested from my mom’s and stepdad’s garden. 🙂 Check out this table below and see just which plant-based foods you can add to your diet to boost your muscle building and to keep your tummy full!
Posted by M. Terry on May 21, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/05/21/brussel-sprouts-and-biceps/
The Sugar Roller Coaster
Turning to sugar for a pick-me-up? The chart below shows what your body experiences when you make that choice. Check back tomorrow for the better choice!
Posted by M. Terry on May 14, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/05/14/the-sugar-roller-coaster/
Healthy Eating No Matter Where You Are
With the beginning of travel season just ahead, it is timely to share tips and encouragement to eat well on the road and wherever your journeys may take you! Thank you to Cole Mill for contributing to today’s post. You can check out more of his healthy living tips at his blog, Cole’s Mill.
When you go on the road, there is no reason to resign yourself to an extra five or ten pounds. There are so many opportunities to have high-fat deep-fried food while you are on vacation, and if you don’t have a plan, it’s going to be very easy to simply pile your plate high and forget all about your dietary goals. Take a moment to think about how you can stay on top of your eating while you are out of town.
Eat Fresh
The rules that work at home also work while you are on road. Before you head to your hotel or wherever you are staying, pick up some healthy snacks like fruit. Whether you love apples, oranges, plums or peaches, pick up a bag and leave them close to hand. Fruit is great because you can eat it out of hand, and it requires no cooking at all. The sweetness of fruit helps you avoid sugary treats like candy.
Plan Out Your Meals
Any nutritionist will tell you that you should plan your meals. If you know what kind of meals you are going to be eating, you will not have to make snap decisions that will end with you at a fast food restaurant. You can use online maps to find out what food options are available in the area or on the way. Make it a point to avoid fast-food spots if you can; instead look for places where you can sit down.
Picking the Right Hotel
Often overlooked, being in the right hotel that can accommodate to your healthy lifestyle can make all the difference in the world. Doing a little research to determine the best place to stay is very important. I have tried all sorts of methods and determined that the most effective form of research is online reviews. I was recently traveling out west and found a great site that listed the hotels in Las Vegas along with reviews regarding not only their amenities but also on restaurants nearby and things to do. This was so very helpful and was pivotal in booking the perfect hotel for my lifestyle.
Salad and Fish
There are some restaurants that are going to be better for you than others. For example, avoid buffets and any sort of all-you-can eat facilities. Places like this encourage overeating, and you’ll find that it is hard to stick with your rules when you are confronted with a buffet. Instead, look for a salad bar, where you can have as many greens as you like, or for a place that specializes in baked fish or steamed fish. If you can avoid the bad foods and make the right and healthy choices than you will be in great shape!
Thanks Cole! Also, check out some of my tips for eating while cruising without gaining those extra pounds, as well as staying active on and off ship!
Posted by M. Terry on April 26, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/04/26/healthy-eating-no-matter-where-you-are/
Slow and Steady
Being a small business owner ain’t for wimps. Being a small business owner with three young kids and with a husband in the ministry and in seminary is definitely not for wimps! So much so that there have been numerous times that I’ve thought about stopping my hummus business. I never want it to take over my role as a wife and mom, and juggling all my roles can be a bit overwhelming. (Especially as my husband and kids have battled sickness multiple times over the past month!)
Every business has its busy season and slow season. Because I can not devote massive amounts of time to promoting my product, I have had a bit of a lull in the retail end of my hummus – yet another reason for me mull over whether or not to continue. As I was running yesterday morning and allowing my mind to contemplate all of this, I literally was praying and deciding about whether or not to trudge ahead during this slow time when I looked ahead and saw a large softshell turtle crossing the street. “Slow and steady wins the race” immediately entered my mind. God used this just to confirm to me that I am right where He wants me to be. I will always place Him first, my family next, and ministry third. When it comes to my business, I will do my best with the time that I have. If that means I stay “super small” so I can produce the best product I can, so be it. If that means I slowly grow bigger while maintaining quality, great! Whatever God has for me is what I want. Thanks for your loyalty, for your ‘word of mouth’ promotion, and your patience! See you Saturday at the Melbourne Beach Farmer’s Market!
So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 1 Cor. 10:31
Posted by M. Terry on April 17, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/04/17/slow-and-steady/
iFollow
On Tuesday, Aleyah turned 8. While she believes she is actually 18, her father and I have the job of guiding her back to reality. But because she is growing up, we decided to give her an iPod as her birthday gift. Thankfully we had an extra one that was no longer being used, so she opened it Tuesday morning and was super excited to see that she had this “toy”. She didn’t have much time to fiddle with it since she had to get ready for school, so when we arrived home from dismissal that afternoon, she made a bee line for her iPod. She raced upstairs, changed into workout clothes, put in her earbud (yes, singular- so she always has an ear to hear!), and began running up and down our street like she has seen her dad and mom do so many times.
When I told Scott what she had done, he told me that through his reading for his children’s ministry class this semester, he learned that research has shown that children begin to mimic their parents around age 7-8. An awesome and scary responsibility this is!
I am a daily example to my children whether my actions are positive or negative. My prayer is that my children will live for Jesus, be loving, be bold, be strong, and be a light in a dark world. Which means this:
iLead with dependence on God, so they can trust in saying, “iFollow”.
Posted by M. Terry on April 11, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/04/11/ifollow/
PhysMentercise
Phys/Men/ter/cise – n. Exercising both body and mind simultaneously
This is my new name for my 90 minute ballet class. When I started the beginner’s class in January, it was just to refresh my memory with the names of the steps and my body with the movements. Now that I’ve moved myself “up” to the next level, I find that this is both a workout for my mind and my body. I must say that there is often a disconnect or a slow motion synapse between my brain and my body. I hear the names of the steps, the sequence that they are to be done in, and even see them demonstrated by the teacher. But that doesn’t always mean I get it right. I must say that today I felt more confident at the barre. The floor work, however, is still a struggle. My mind comprehends, but those French words get lost in translation, and they don’t always flow out gracefully through my body. Nonetheless, I am exercising both my mind and my body and, while I love the often “mindlessness” I find in running, I also like the challenge of relearning and reacquainting myself with an old love- ballet.
Posted by M. Terry on March 11, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/03/11/physmentercise/
Followers…Close to 200 here and 100 (likes) on FB!
It’s a race! I am at 183 followers on my blog and 88 “likes” on Whole to the Core’s FB page! I’m wondering which will happen first…
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200 followers on my blog OR
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100 likes on FB
Whichever one wins, I’ll be happy 🙂 So, in order to make my weekend an extra-happy one, spread the word and invite friends to follow and like!
Thank you!!
Posted by M. Terry on February 21, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/02/21/followers-close-to-200-here-and-100-likes-on-fb/
Ballet is My Favorite- Barre None!
Last night, I traded in some of my birthday and Christmas money for a class card at Space Coast Ballet so I could take adult ballet classes. Monday nights at 6:30, you can join the beginner’s class to learn the basics of ballet. My plan is to take a few of these classes to refine my physical abilities and to re-familiarize myself with ballet “lingo”. Then I am wanting to leap into the daytime adult class with the regulars, and hope that I can keep up with those ladies! If you follow my blog regularly, you know I am a runner. I run about 3-4 times a week. However, just to put running and ballet into perspective for me:
Running- I love, but Ballet- ♥ I LOVE ♥
Posted by M. Terry on January 8, 2013
https://wholetothecore.com/2013/01/08/ballet-is-my-favorite-barre-none/
Proverbs 31 Devotionals
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