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Burn It Up in the Autumn Breeze

FitSugar — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:00:00 -0700

Autumn is one of my favorite seasons because the crisp air really inspires me to move outside. Check out how many calories you burn doing these Fall activities.

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What You Need for Fall Trail Running

FitSugar — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 02:30:00 -0700

Some runners are ecstatic when the summer heat waves goodbye and the crisp autumn air moves in. It's like free air-conditioning, because you bundle yourself up in lightweight layers for your run, and when you start to warm up, you just peel them off and the fall breeze cools you down.

Trail running is one of my favorite things to do in the fall. Since the air is so cold, you don't have to worry about voracious mosquitoes attacking you (that's why I don't trail run on hot days). You do need to watch the ground carefully though, since leaves may be covering hidden ditches, rocks and twigs. That always adds to the excitement though, and because there's so much to be aware of, there's no time to get bored.

Here are a few pieces of gear to make your fall trail running more enjoyable:

P.L.O.W. – Celebrating the Coming of Fall

FitSugar — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 03:00:00 -0700

Although I'm sad that summer weather is waving us goodbye, autumn is one of my favorite times of the year. I love apple and pumpkin picking, jumping in piles of leaves with my girls, going on hikes to see the foliage, cool runs outdoors and bike rides in the park. This weather inspires me to get out and see nature.

Check out this playlist celebrating this wonderful season. Listen while you walk and these songs are sure to inspire the sense of coziness that autumn brings. To see it read more

"Leaves That are Green" - Simon & Garfunkel, 2:41
"California Dreamin' (All the Leaves are Brown)" - The Mamas & The Papas, 2:41
"Moondance" - Van Morrison, 4:36
"Harvest Moon" - Neil Young, 5:05
"October" - U2, 2:23
"Autumn Leaves" - Tony Bennett, 1:58
"Scattered Leaves" - The Be Good Tanyas, 4:46
"Forever Autumn" - The Moody Blues, 4:37
"Early Autumn" - Ella Fitzgerald, 3:16
"Evidence of Autumn" - Genesis, 5:22
"Autumn in New York" - Billie Holiday, 3:44
"Changes" - Davie Bowie, 3:35
"The Circle Game" - Joni Mitchell, 4:55
"October Road" - James Taylor, 3:56

Total P.L.O.W. – 53:35

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Get Your Butt in Gear: HIND Windproof Sport Top

FitSugar — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 16:45:00 -0700

Whether you're happy about it or not, the cooler air has blown in. It's great for exercising outdoors, but you may need a light layer over your tank top right at the beginning of your workout. You'll need something you can peel off easily after you get a chance to move around and warm up. It may not be jacket weather just yet, and that's why I love this Windproof Sport Top from HIND.

It's made of durable stretch Knit fabric called Thermalete that's windproof yet breathable. If you're chilly, you can zip the 5" zipper all the way up to your chin, or you can open it up to help you cool off. There are thumbholes for added warmth on your hands, and reflective details so others can see you.

I love that this is all one piece so if you do want to take it off, it'll tie easily around your waist. It also has a flattering feminine cut with chafe resistant flat seams so it won't cause irritation on your skin. Order it from TeamEstrogen.com for $79.95. If you want a different color than skyline blue (shown), than check out the Activa website. It also comes in Moonstone (light gray) and Phantom (dark gray).

Food Review: Kashi Autumn Wheat Cereal

FitSugar — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 12:30:00 -0700

Sometimes I feel like Kashi's number one fan because I love (and eat) their food so much. Their GoLean and GoLean Crunch cereals have been staples in my pantry for a while now (even my girls love them), so I was itching to try something new. I picked up a box of Autumn Wheat.

Want to know what I thought and see how it compares to my other two favorite Kashi cereals? Then read more.

Here's the nutritional info of one cup of cereal.


Calories	190	140	200
Total Fat	1g	1g	3g
Saturated Fat	0g	0g	0g
Cholesterol	0mg	0mg	0mg
Sodium	0mg	85mg	95mg
Potassium	180mg	480mg	300mg
Carbs	45g	30g	36g
Fiber	6g	10g	8g
Sugars	7g	6g	13g
Protein	5g	13g	9g

This cereal was really satisfying, and I liked how the squares were bite sized. It had a warm sweet flavor and I liked how it soaked up my milk and was chewy. I had to eat this cereal right away though, because if it sits too long it becomes very mushy.

Now that I see how it compared to the other two Kashi cereals, it's definitely not as healthy. It does have no sodium so that's a plus, but it also has much less fiber and protein. Since I loved the taste and consistency of this Autumn Wheat cereal, I'll definitely buy it again, but I'll mix it with GoLean to get a little extra protein and fiber.

Autumn-Inspired Foods: More or Less Than 200 Calories?

FitSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:00:20 -0800

There are so many tasty treats to enjoy this time of year, from apple cider donuts to mulled wine. You don't want to go overboard with the calories though, because you'll end up gaining holiday weight even before Thanksgiving arrives. Take this quiz to see if you know which autumnal drinks and foods are more or less than 200 cals.

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Healthy Recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Walnuts

FitSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:50:57 -0800

One vegetable delight of Autumn is the Brussels sprout. These small leafy balls are packed with fiber as well as taste, and they deserve a place at your Thanksgiving table.

My favorite method of cooking Brussels sprouts is to roast them. It's a simple preparation, but I have added nuts, balsamic vinegar, and cheese to fancy up the dish. While I have often had Brussels sprouts with bacon or pancetta, adding walnut imbues them with a meaty flavor while providing some healthy fats not found in bacon. This recipe is simple to make and is a crowd-pleaser for all ages - my 4-year-old ate three helpings!

Check out the recipe when you read more.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Walnuts
Modified from Recipezaar

Ingredients

1 stalk of Brussels sprouts (or about two pounds of sprouts)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesean cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Take Brussels sprouts off the stem, wash, and rip off outside leaves.
Chop sprouts until they are a uniform size, leaving the small ones whole and possibly cutting the larger ones into eighths.
Boil Brussels sprouts for 5 minutes. Pat dry.
Place Brussels sprouts in roasting pan and pour in olive oil and vinegar and stir until sprouts are coated well. Salt and pepper to taste.
Roast for 20 minutes, stirring Brussels sprouts to ensure even roasting. After 20 minutes, add chopped walnuts and roast for 5 more minutes or until walnuts are browned.
Sprinkle roasted sprouts with cheese and serve warm.

Serves 6.

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FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:50:01 -0800

Autumn is upon us, and if the cooler weather is inspiring you to snuggle up with your honey, remember to take care of yourself. Regularly splitting a bottle of wine with your sweetheart can impact your weight. Here are a few other ways your relationship could be increasing your waistline. Check out our favorite FitSugar stories from the week and find out how a few celebs are battling the bulge. We also have a great workout for you to try by celeb trainer David Kirsch.
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FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:50:11 -0800

Trying to stay healthy this Fall? Adopt some of the eight habits of the super healthy.
Party girl Kate Hudson gives up booze to drop weight for a role.
More on exercise and weight loss.
Tell me which Autumn food or bevvy is under 200 calories.
Lay off the diet soda; it could be damaging your kidneys.
Reasons not to worry about shaking when doing hard exercises.
Test your knowledge on calorie burn of Fall activities.
Catch up with Victoria Beckham and then read about Tara Costa from last season of The Biggest Loser.
Check out these seven kitchen gadgets that inspire healthy cooking.
ICYMI: find out the winners of the New York City Marathon and learn how the celebs fared.

5 Things: Apples

FitSugar — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:50:00 -0700

The old adage "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" seems to be true. This common fruit is a powerhouse when it comes to nutrition. Here are five facts to ensure this fruit becomes the apple of your eye.

Apples are in season now and they are a relatively inexpensive fruit. Plus they don't lose much of the nutritional punch if they are stored for long periods of time, making them a perfect autumnal fruit. They travel well, too - throw one into your bag in the morning for a snack later in the day.
A medium apple contains three grams of fiber, which is 10 percent of your daily recommended intake. Eating 30 grams of fiber per day has been shown to decrease your risk of developing ovarian cancer.
Apples contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. This means they'll help decrease your LDL cholesterol (the bad kind) as well as help keep you regular.

For two more things about this Fall fruit and a couple of tasty recipes featuring apples, keep on reading.

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