Have Fun Burning Calories!

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By exercising you will develop balance, coordination, strength and flexibility.  If you are disabled exercising will help prevent fatigue.

Depending on your disability, you may want to start out with some basic stretching exercises. Resistance bands are inexpensive, portable, and can be used whether you are sitting, standing or lying down.

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It is important to maintain a healthy diet that includes three to five servings of vegetables, two to three servings of fruits and two servings of protein per day. By eating small meals when you are hungry you learn portion control.  You must keep high calorie food out of sight. Try to avoid activities that encourage you to eat high calorie food. By avoiding sugar and high fat foods you will soon start losing weight and you will feel stronger.

To boost your metabolism in a safe manner while preserving your functional capacity, try my favorite healthy recipes at: http://www.pinterest.com/pamelaprentice/pam-prentice-2020-food/  These yummy recipes provide good nutrition, meal planning and are low in calories.

Falling is Scary

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         Falling is very scary for me. I have vertigo pretty much all the time. I always wear very supportive shoes. I like Keen shoes, Teva shoes and Merrill shoes. You can find them online or any really good shoe store with activewear.       

         I always make sure my clothes are comfortable and flexible when I walk. My shoes are not loose they are very supportive. I always carry a light weight shoulder bag rather than a purse on my arm.

         I always look to see where I am walking. I prefer asphalt, or very solid soil, wood or concrete walking pathways. I avoid grass and carpet. I always look down before I walk in grocery stores or fruit markets where food or water maybe on the floor.

         When we get older we tend to shuffle rather than step. This is the worst thing and usually causes tripping and falling. In my mind I repeat step, step, step. I lift my knee and my foot off the ground as I walk. I used to have a bad habit of turning sideways and walking.  I would forget to lift my foot before I started moving. When we get older our feet naturally do not lift high off the floor. We must remind ourselves each time we move to raise our foot and knee to insure we do not trip.

         When I’m in a crowded store or next to people, I always remember that at any time they could move towards me and accidentally cut me off or bump into me. This may cause me to fall. This is very common for older people. Younger people want to move fast. They resent the fact that older people get in their way.

         When I get up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom, I always hold one hand on the wall. I am very aware of how I’m walking. I run my hand over the furniture as I walk. I have caught myself tripping. By holding onto the furniture or a wall as I walk at night, I prevent myself from falling.

         It has taken me years to learn how to be more careful. I am open with people. I discreetly tell them when we sail and take walks I have vertigo. People are kind and cautious. They often lend me their hand or arm when I am getting in and out of boats and cars etc.

If you have any questions just ask me.

My Mission

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“My current mission is to develop intriguing information to help promote a healthy lifestyle. I want to educate others on how to maintain a full active life.  If I succeed in teaching people how to be healthy I create the opportunity for more people to become, and stay healthy.”

I was raised in Michigan in a rural village on a tranquil lake. Spending time in nature gives me fuel for my positive attitude. My career and passion for travel has taken me around the world. I love meeting people and exploring where I visit.

Because I am an artist and designer, I have an intense motivation for being creative and producing colorful objects from recycled materials.  I am also driven to beautify the land by sharing plants with other local gardeners.

I navigate through life by setting goals and I seek completion in all my projects.  This gives me peace of mind, which allows me to pursue new adventures.

My video channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/pamprentice2020

You have been given the freedom to choose how you live your life.  Anything is possible, it’s up to you! 

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Exercise to Win

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Health experts recommend that children 6 and older get 60 minutes of exercise a day. Only one-third of American kids get enough exercise daily. Exercise while home schooling is important to stay happy and healthy.

Many schools now, for economic and health reasons, do not have any physical education classes. Parents need to find more options for kids to exercise.

Studies have measured how far and how fast boys and girls of various ages run in 5 to 15 minutes. Today’s kids are about 15 percent less fit than their parents were at their age.

Obesity plays a role, it is harder to run or do any aerobic exercise when kids are overweight. Kids spend too much time watching television and playing video games.  

Everyone needs to take breaks go outside, exercise and explore nature.  Safty first, it is important to wear a mask in public.  Learn to wash your hands and face often.

Overall fitness is poor in adults and even worse in children. Together adults and children must start making more time to exercise each day to win the fight against obesity.

Healthy Snacks Ready to Go!

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Bag it up!  Pack it up!  And go!

Hard-Boiled Eggs
 Contain protein and calcium and only 80 calories in each egg.  Also a source of vitamin E and D to keep your bones and teeth strong.

Low Fat Cottage Cheese
 Full of protein and calcium. A half cup of low fat cottage cheese totals 100 calories. The protein is valuable for muscle enhancement.

Apples
 Good source of fiber and anti-oxidants that help the immune system. One medium size apple has 4 g of fiber and 95 calories.

Hummus Dip
 Hummus is low in fat and carbohydrates but packs in protein.

Organic Popcorn
 Air-popped organic popcorn contains polyphenols, a chemical that rids the body of toxins that damage blood cells. One serving is usually 2-3 cups.

Almonds
 Protein-rich, almonds are a good source of magnesium and vitamin E, an important anti-oxidant. Keep a serving size to 1 ounce.

Yogurt Low in fat and high in calcium. Yogurt helps remove bad bacteria from the digestive tract.

Natural Peanut Butter Natural peanut butter loaded with protein. Spread it on celery, carrots or apples for a healthy snack.

Grapes
 Low in calories. Thirty grapes totals only 100 calories. The nutrients in grapes help cleanse the liver and prevent cell damage.

Avocado
 Nutrients for energy, mood enhancement and appetite surpression. One medium avocado has 240 calories.

Pears
 One pear contains 6 g of fiber and an array of vitamins and minerals. Snacking on pears helps prevent colon cancer and sickness.

Cherry Tomatoes
 Tomatoes are chock-full of vitamins. Lowers your risk for cancer and cardiovascular disease.

I love to eat healthy! Recipes:  http://www.pinterest.com/pamelaprentice/pam-prentice-2020-food/

Baked Sweet Potato 
High in fiber and vitamin B6, a vitamn that helps prevent hardening of the arteries and blood vessels. The beta-carotene in sweet potatoes also promotes healthy skin.

Celery
 High in vitamin C. The potassium and magnesium in celery helps regulate and lower blood pressure.

Cantaloupe Cut up in advance and refrigerate it for a healthy snack to go. Cantaloupe high vitamin C food.

Baby Carrots
 Low in calories and vitamin A, which can improve eyesight in the dark.

Tuna in Water
 Low in calories and one can of tuna in water has 10 g of protein. Add tuna to your salad, or eat it on whole grain bread.

Oatmeal
 The beta-gluten in oatmeal benefits the immune system and eating oatmeal daily lowers cholesterol. The anti-oxidants in oatmeal protect the heart.

Strawberries
 One cup only 43 calories. Strawberries are also high in fiber and vitamin C.

Pack it up!  And go!  I use containers, makes packing healthful lunches and snacks easier. Prep fruits, veggies in advance for proper portions. Clip a removable ice pack on the lid and feel good knowing your food is kept chilled, fresh and yummy.

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Setting Goals

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“One of my passions is to promote a healthy lifestyle. I want to educate others on how to maintain a full active life.  If I succeed in teaching people how to be healthy I create the opportunity for more people to become, and stay healthy.”

I was raised in a peaceful enviroment in Michigan on a tranquil lake. Spending time in nature gives me fuel for my positive attitude. My career and passion for travel has taken me around the world. I love meeting people and exploring where I visit.

Because I am an artist and designer, I have an intense motivation for being creative and producing colorful objects from recycled materials.  I am also driven to beautify the land by sharing plants with other local gardeners.

I navigate through life by setting goals and I seek completion in all my projects.  This gives me peace of mind, which allows me to pursue new adventures.

My video channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/pamprentice2020

You have been given the freedom to choose how you live your life.  Anything is possible, it’s up to you! 

Get Active and Get Healthy!

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Being healthy is the best gift you can give yourself. Yes, it may be a challenge, but it is not that hard to do. Learn easy ways to get back into shape, add endurance, be stronger, lower your cholesterol or blood pressure and gain a good quality of life.  Just follow my exercise and yummy diet program by reading my blog…

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Facts on the Superstar Kale

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Kale can and should be a delicious and healthy part of your diet. Our bodies need many nutrients. It is important to eat a variety of vegetables. Tips on easy ways to eat kale:

Cook Your Kale

It is healthier to eat raw or steamed kale and other vegetables such as broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collard greens, kohlrabi, mustard, rutabaga, turnips, bok choy and Chinese cabbage.

Eat Seaweed

While steaming kale add seaweed which is rich in iodine.

Add a Brazil Nut into Your Smoothie

A Brazil nut or two in your daily smoothie or as a topping to any dish is a good thing.

Alternate Your Greens

Vary your greens. If you’re going to eat kale one day choose a different veggie the next meal. There are many highly nutritious vegetables including cucumber and tomato salad, or beets, celery, parsley, zucchini, carrots and more. Our bodies need many nutrients and by eating a variety of vegetables you’ll ensure that you don’t overload on one and skip another.

Kale can and should be a delicious and healthy part of your regular diet because it is indeed, a nutritional superstar with excellent credentials:

It supports strong bones because of its high calcium content. It’s a potential immune booster, rich in Vitamin C. It may protect us against cancer because it’s packed with antioxidants. It’s high in iron which can support blood and energy levels. It is also packed with fiber so it’s great for digestion.

Amazing Kale Salads and Healthy Recipes:  http://www.pinterest.com/pamelaprentice/pam-prentice-2020-food/

Make Your Health a Priority

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I am passionate about my health.  My healthy lifestyle is a priority because I am four-foot, one inch tall.  I am a dwarf with achondroplasia.  My diet is clean and simple, with food that is fresh, healthy and delicious – anyone would enjoy!

My Favorite Ways to Lose Weight

Exercise is vital to our daily routine  

Have fun and keep reading my blog for fast easy ways to stay healthy.

Start moving…I produced a popular exercise video which is now available in DVD and digital download format. To purchase a DVD or digital copy click on the “buy now” button at: http://www.pamprentice2020.com/plb-video/

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Learn About Detox Cleansing Foods

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If you feel tired, sick, or weighed down you need to start exercising and eating right. Eating right is also very important.  Food isn’t just calories.  The type of food or how you get the calories makes a difference.  Every bite we take is fuel for our body.  It is important for us to start making the connection between what we eat and how we feel.

Creating and trying new healthy recipes is my passion.  I like to steam, grill and bake raw veggies which helps me detox my body.  I often eat raw veggies though out the day in small portions.

As an example, in addition to being very healthy in general – beets, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes will also act as a cleanse to flush you out if you are feeling sluggish.

Beets are wonderfully sweet and are also said to lower blood pressure.   Brussels sprouts have high cancer-fighting properties, and sweet potatoes pack a super beta-carotene punch.

They taste great alone or with other veggies, such as ginger, which is good for your heart.

Exercise and healthy eating will also help your mental attitude and will help you to begin thinking in a more positive way.  It is all about learning ways to stay healthy.

Please check out my healthy and easy recipes:  

http://www.pinterest.com/pamelaprentice/pam-prentice-2020-food/