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Live Light Live Right 2022 Accomplishments
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Success Story: Eric Peña
Eric Peña 13 year old started at over 160 lbs. A few months into the program and he is down to 135lbs. His mother is very proactive at following the recommendations of the program. We are so happy for them.
Find Little Ways to Move More!
Finding little ways to sneak in extra exercise during the day can help you lose extra weight! Try these ideas:
- If you’re watching TV, during commercial breaks, do jumping jacks, push ups, or sit ups. See how many you can do during 1 commercial!
- Help around the house with chores! Cleaning your room, making your bed, doing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, laundry… not only do these burn lots of calories to help you stay fit, but your parents will be extra happy with you!
- If there’s a choice of elevator or stairs, always pick the stairs. Even if it doesn’t seem like a big deal, all the little choices will add up!
Fiber is Your Friend!
Eating lots of fiber in your food will help you weigh less and be healthier! How?
- Fiber makes you feel full so you eat less
- Fiber helps move food through your body and get rid of waste
- Fiber can make your heart healthier by lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol
Where can you find fiber?
- Fruits and vegetables
- Breads, cereals, and pastas that are whole wheat or whole grain
- Beans
- Nuts
- Brown rice
- Popcorn (just skip the butter & salt!)
Fun Activities for the Summer Time in NYC
Written by: Stephanie Chan; BS in Neural Science,
MPH candidate Suny Downstate school of public Health
Here are some potential activities you can enjoy with your children, of course while following social distancing guidelines and mask wearing regulations.
- A picnic and stroll around Central Park
Central Park is perfect for all four seasons, whether you are there in the spring, summer, fall, or winter. In the summer, you can enjoy boating on the Lake and enjoy the scenery, just with a simple rental process at the Loeb Boathouse. With the many possible trails and paths you can take, there is surely a new one for each visit!
2. Summer camps with wildlife
The Bronx Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and New York Aquarium are open all year round, but over the summer there are additional activities. For example, they have summer camps in which children get hands-on experiences with animals and the chance to explore nature. For more information, head over to this link.
3. Enjoying the sun and sand at the beach
Contrary to popular belief, NYC is home to many beaches! Even better, these beaches can be reached using public transportation– a car is not necessary at all. Popular beaches are Coney Island Beach, Manhattan Beach, Brighton Beach, Canarsie Beach, and Jones Beach, but there are many more than this.
4. A bike ride around Governor’s Island
Governor’s Island is only a seven-minute ferry ride away from Manhattan. Once you arrive, you can experience a new view of the city, as well as enjoy a bike ride around the island. What a great way to stay fit and have fun at the same time!
5. Kayaking in the city– for free
There are quite the number of free kayaking opportunities in the city– no need to sign up for memberships or enroll in programs! These are usually available at local parks and piers. Some of these locations include Brooklyn Bridge Park, North Brooklyn Boat Club, Hudson River Park, and Red Hook Boaters.
Not a fan of the hot summer weather? Not a problem! There are many enjoyable activities that can be done indoors as well. Head to the numerous museums, aquariums, indoor water parks, and play spaces that our city has to offer. Although this summer is likely to be one where we are still careful and aware of the pandemic going on, there seems to be more room for fun activities, both indoors and outdoors.
Breakfast is Your Body’s Best Friend
Written by: Stephanie Chan; BS in Neural Science,
MPH candidate Suny Downstate school of public Health
It may be tempting to skip breakfast, especially if you are running late on time in the mornings or are interested in losing weight. However, eating breakfast instead of skipping it can actually help you weigh less! Let’s quickly go through the reasons why.
8 Tips for Children to Stay Fit at Home
Written by: Stephanie Chan; BS in Neural Science,
MPH candidate Suny Downstate school of public Health
With the COVID-19 pandemic still going on, many children are still experiencing school from home. Instead of meeting friends and teachers in classrooms, they interact with others virtually and may be cooped up at home. In times like now, it is even harder for children to stay fit and reach the physical activity guidelines recommended for their age group.
Not All Fat is Bad!
Written by: Stephanie Chan; BS in Neural Science,
MPH candidate Suny Downstate school of public Health
When we hear the word “fat” in regards to food, we may automatically think that it is bad or harmful to our health. After all, why do so many people talk about low-fat diets or reduced fat options? However, not all fat is bad! In fact, your body needs fat to keep going and carry out your daily activities. This article will briefly discuss the different types of fat found in food and help you pick out the kinds of fat to consume.
Cooking With Chef Nico
Welcome to Live Light Live Right cooking demo classes with yours truly Chef Nico. This class is designed where we can all share and learn with each other the benefits of healthy eating. It is an instructor lead class meaning it gives you and your family the opportunity to prepare a pre-planned meal every week resulting with you eventually mastering some of the basic tools used when creating healthier eating choices. So get your aprons out and your knives sharpened, because Lunch is about to be served.
If you would like to visit our archives and enjoy the recorded demos please feel free to visit our You Tube Home Page.
New Physical Activity Guidelines for Children
Written by: Stephanie Chan; BS in Neural Science
The benefits of regular physical activity are indisputable in all age groups, as it keeps us healthy and fit. In particular, active children have higher levels of cardiorespiratory fitness, stronger muscles and bones, and lower body fat than inactive children. Being involved in physical activity from a young age is associated with decreased long-term morbidity and all-cause mortality as an adult.
Read the full blog here.
Chef Nico’s Cooking Class
Join Us Every Saturday 11:55 am- 1 pm. Tune in Saturday, August 22nd, for some tasty Snack recipes!
Welcome to Live Light Live Right cooking demo classes with yours truly Chef Nico. This class is designed where we can all share and learn with each other the benefits of healthy eating. It is an instructor-led class meaning it gives you and your family the opportunity to prepare a pre-planned meal with me every week resulting in you eventually mastering some of the basic tools that I use when creating healthier eating choices. So get your aprons out and your knives sharpened because Lunch is about to be served!
*Attached is a preview of this week’s recipes. Please take a look and gather the ingredients for these simple, easy-to-make snack options!*
When: Sat Aug 22nd, 2020, 11:55 am – 1 pm Eastern Time – New York
Where: Kitchen
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