Day ONE!

I must start by saying that I never thought that I would ever become a "blogger", but after following a few cooking blogs I have decided to start my own! Lets hope it doesn't fail miserably haha

Lately, with the weather turning GORGeous, I have been in the Spring detox mood. This time of the year is great for starting a new "diet" or exercise routine! I say "diet" because I believe it should consist of lifestyle CHANGES, not just a short-lived trend in eating nothing but celery and rice cakes. Here are a few of my tips on how getting healthier for Spring can be easy!

1. Drink more H2O!
I know I know, you've probably heard this a thousand times. Drinking water is hard for me, I just simply like something with more taste. That's why I choose to flavor my water with fresh limes and lots and lots of ice. Another great alternative is Crystal Light, I just love the lemonade flavor.

2. Active FUN:
Once summer gets here we'll all have the excuse of "It's 100" degrees outside to stay indoors in the a/c. But right now its PERfect weather to get out and get active. Go for a bike ride and discover a part of town you've never been too, and invite a friend/love along for the ride! Grab a basketball/football/frisbee/other flying things, and throw it around with a buddy. When going out to eat, try walking to the destination and then walking afterwards. This helps get your body active for consumption and digestion, and also doesn't make you feel so bad for ordering the dessert special!

3. Make your own meals:
This DOES take some extra time, but hey just come on over to my blog and grab a recipe (once I add them of course). Making your own meals allows you to control what exactly goes into your body. And by saying this, I must specify that I do NOT mean grabbing a pre-packaged & preservative-filled something or other. I mean actually getting your hands dirty.

Here is a great recipe for home-made balsamic salad dressing:

1/2 tbl. Soy Sauce (light sodium)

2 tbl. dijon mustard

2 tbl. sugar

1/4 c. balsamic vinegar

1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil

_Mix together all ingredients except for EVOO (you can do so in a small bowl with a whisk). Then WHILE whisking, slowly pour in olive oil.

And VOILA! The cheapest salad dressing sans high fructose corn syrup! Enjoy

None of these are innovative ideas, but I do think that putting a realistic spin on things makes you more likely to keep it up!
I also want to know some of your ideas on getting healthy, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle!

recipes to come soon, promise!
_Sam_