May 2, 2013
Week 15: Planning Ahead for Life’s Events
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Small Investment Well Worth the Return
May 1, 2013
Small Investment Well Worth the Return
By Lisa Mitchell-Bennett Appeared in Brownsville Herarld and Valley Morning Star on April 31, 2013 As I enter the gym behind Sam’s Stadium, I am greeted by a brightly colored banner that reads “BISD Wellness is Hot Stuff!” and a friendly…
Week 9: What to do if you get off track
March 22, 2013
Week 9: What to do if you get off track
Click here to download PDF What to do if you get off track There may be times when you don't follow your plans for healthy eating or being active. These are known as slips. Slips are normal and to be…
March 15, 2013
Week 8: Strength Training
Click here to download as a PDF Strength Training By this time, you should be performing moderate-vigorous physical activities about 175 minutes per week. Let’s review the physical activity goals: Try to be active on most days of the week…
Week 7: Healthy eating and calories
March 8, 2013
Week 7: Healthy eating and calories
Click here to download as PDF Healthy Eating and Calories Eating fewer calories (and less fat) is important to losing weight and overall healthy eating. Other tips on staying on track include: Eat a regular pattern of meals - This…
Week 6: Becoming More Physically Active, Part 2
March 1, 2013
Week 6: Becoming More Physically Active, Part 2
Click here to download as PDF Becoming More Physically Active, Part 2 Research shows that being active will: Help you lose weight and keep it off Lower your blood sugar Help you feel better Make you more physically fit Make…
School Farm Provides Fertile Soil to Grow Healthy Kids
February 25, 2013
School Farm Provides Fertile Soil to Grow Healthy Kids
Appeared in Brownsville Herald and Valley Morning Star February 24, 2012 By Lisa Mitchell-Bennett If you’d like to know—really know what kids are eating for lunch in school, I encourage you to visit a school cafeteria. It is eye-opening.…