Beverages

On a daily basis I drink a variety of things. Many people overlook their beverage choices as far as nutrition is concerned. I’ve know many people who were able to lose weight or reach fitness goals just by making better beverage choices. I’ve decided to share with you a few of my favorite, daily beverage choices. There will be a follow up post in the near future discussing beverages to avoid.

DRINK THESE:
1. neuro
Neuro beverages are lightly carbonated flavored water with added vitamins and nutrients. My favorite may be the Mellow Mango SLEEP drink. It’s light and delicious. THe SLEEP beverage contains melatonin and really helps me fall asleep and stay asleep. I’ve tried all of their drinks and love them all. They’ve up’ed their game and added more variety.

2. karma
Karma wellness water is a recent (accidental) find. While shopping for water I saw these were on sale and decided to try a few flavors. Similar to neuro they have different drinks, for different needs and in different flavors. Karma is different from other dirnks thought, in that you do not add the vitamins and flavors to the water until you are ready to drink. I have not seen anything like this before. All of the flavors are unique and delicious. My only complaint is that if you don’t not mix it well enough, you’ll get a little of that vitamin flavor.

3. Vita Coco
This remains one of the favorites. Coconut water with delicious flavors. I usually use this with my protein powder to make a delicious tropical shake. They’ve come out a with a lemonade flavor that is great for summer. I’ve found people either love or hate coconut water. If you are a coconut water hater, this may not be for you.

4. Zico
Chocolate coconut water. This is heavenly!!! You will think you are drinking chocolate milk, NOT drinking coconut water. Whether you love or hate coconut water, you are guarenteed to love this drink. Though hard to find, they also have a pineapple flavor which I prefer over the Vita Coco pineapple flavor.

5. Smart Water
If i’m going to buy a bottled water this is usually my go to. Such a clean, crisp flavor.

6. Hawaiian Springs
This is another accidental find. While peruzing through The Fresh Market, I had not choice but to grade one of these, as i’ve always been obsessed with Hawaii. It may have been a mental thing, but I’m pretty sure this was the best water I’ve ever had.

7. Water (in general)
I drink a lot of filtered water from my fridge. It’s not Hawaiian or Smart water, but still delicious.

8. Milk
Regular, Low-Fat, milk. People have many issues with milk and swear by Soy or Coconut Milk. I’ve tried milk alternatives but I just love regular milk too much and nothing can compare.

Bananas for Bananas

After reading this article, I stand by and proudly admit to my banana obsession!

Some people (especially my students) mock my love of bananas. Like clockwork, I eat one in the morning, one before a workout, and on occasion (as dessert) I’ll eat one at with PB & Co peanut butter on a rice cake! Bananas kick butt!

Banana anyone?

PB & Co

No Equipment No Excuses

The school gym is being waxed and cleaned but that doesn’t mean fitness training should be cancelled or ignored. You don’t need equipment to get stronger, faster and in shape for fall sports. Here is a workout that can be done at home without fancy equipment. My fiancé volunteered to demonstrate some of the motions. Video clips will be posted to twitter. @m_joseph_11

Good luck. Kick butt.

BONUS: Post pics, videos, or comments of how well you did or how much you struggled!

Fire Watcher

I spent three days last week fire watching. My job consists of watching guys (including my handsome fiancé) weld steel on the roof of a hospital addition in Delaware. On the job I’m equipped with a water jug, fire extinguisher, work boots, neon T, safety glasses, bandana and hard hat. My duties involved setting up, fetching tools, watching for and putting out fires but mostly sweating! Growing up around construction workers I’ve always had appreciation and respect for people who work outside in extreme heat and cold, but that appreciation and respect is much deeper. I loved fire watching so much that I’m back again for another 3 day stint.