The March Issue // Healthy Living // Get Your Shape in Shape!
5 Ways to...
GET YOUR
SHAPE IN SHAPE!
If you missed the "Get Your Shape in Shape" episode of the Tyra Show we've got you covered. And take notes because this one could literally change your life. Remember the "Get Fit, Get Healthy" challenge that helped Tyra lose the stomach pain (but gain some great arms)?
Well, Tyra and Heather Bauer (Tyra's personal nutritionist and the one who got her back on a healthy path) recently challenged Tyra's studio audience to do the same--and now you are being challenged to join them too! The "Heather Bauer Hour" gave up some really important tips about how to begin practicing a healthy lifestyle change. It's time to "Get Your Shape in Shape!" (Key word here is YOUR--ask Tyra, getting in shape is about knowing your body, what it responds to and needs).
Hungry for Heather's tips? See below! --Karima Henderson
#5 Portion Control:
Do you eat more than you should? To be sure you are eating a healthy, well-proportioned meal, follow this guide to build your plate…
Protein: Picture 2 iPhones stacked together…that’s how much meat you should have on your plate. No more, no less.
Carbs: Make your hand into a fist…that’s the maximum amount of carbs you should be eating per day. If you've been eating more than that amount on a regular basis, well, that could explain the extra pounds.
Veggies: When it comes to vegetables, you can never have too much, says Heather. Try to fill half of your plate with veggies (come on, there's got to be one green veg you like!) and you're on your way to a healthier life.
#4 "Phase Eating":
"Phase Eating" is when you go through, what Heather thinks, is a healthy phase of eating the same thing at one or even two of your three meals on most days. So, for example, you might have yogurt with berries and a bit of high fiber cereal for breakfast and a turkey sandwich on whole wheat every day for a week or two with a different dinner to mix it up. There's nothing wrong with this and many people find that not having to think too much about choices at mealtimes helps them stick to their plan. If you think this is an approach that might work for you, go for it!
#3 Breakfast:
In today’s busy world, who has time for breakfast? You should! You've heard it before and now you're hearing it again. It's the most important meal of the day. Sometimes when we wake up without an appetite it could mean you ate BIG the night before. However, waking up hungry is a very good sign of being healthy…it means that your body is working. Also, when it comes to weight loss (and brain food) you miss b-fast and you're working against yourself. Need some ideas for a healthy (low fat) breakfast? Pick something from the menu below.
BREAKFAST MENU:
Yogurt w/fruit
High fiber cereal
Eggs (scrambled)
Tomato and mozzarella
Oatmeal
(You can pick one of these things and "phase eat" it too!)
#2 Exercise:
A good work out is always a great idea. Even if your diet is fierce and you’ve been on it without any cheating, you could still use a good workout at least 3 times a week. Take a walk or run on a treadmill, you'll immediately see and feel the difference.
#1 NO Smoking:
You may be a smoker (we hope not), but if you’re trying to get fit and lose weight, you've got to stay off the smokes! It’ll do nothing but hinder your plan, kill your workout and leave you literally, breathless. It's not easy gving up the habit, but if you are really ready to Get Your Shape in Shape, it's the only way to go.
I've found that you must replace your unhealthy habits with good ones to maintain a successful diet and workout regiment. For instance, I love my sweets (donuts, cakes, and pies) so I've found healthier alternatives tha ... moreI've found that you must replace your unhealthy habits with good ones to maintain a successful diet and workout regiment. For instance, I love my sweets (donuts, cakes, and pies) so I've found healthier alternatives that satisfy my sweet tooth. Also, I'll make myself take different routes to and from work so that I get my fast-pace walk in and take the stairs.
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Joined the gym yesterday !!!!!! wohhoooo!
I really need to start working out to tone up but it's just so hard to be motivated when I work so much!...But if I wanna be a top model like tyra I will have to get off my butt & get to excercising!..thanks for the tips ... moreI really need to start working out to tone up but it's just so hard to be motivated when I work so much!...But if I wanna be a top model like tyra I will have to get off my butt & get to excercising!..thanks for the tips!!
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True on a lot of what you were saing When you run sing those little nursury rhymes done in the navy And if you belong to a health club also try swimming and cross training I personally find that this helps quite a bit...
Hi! does drinking coffee 3 times a day make your boobs smaller? lol! sorry i know random!
you know tyra i always had an issue wiv my meal somtimes i do fill up my plate and just because o my culture cant throw the rest away n keep eating it,sometimes its never enough cose i feel hungry afterwards those tips r ... moreyou know tyra i always had an issue wiv my meal somtimes i do fill up my plate and just because o my culture cant throw the rest away n keep eating it,sometimes its never enough cose i feel hungry afterwards those tips really helps wiv the food proportions thankx alot merci
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Hey Tyra i need help i need to get on your show or something i can never get my self to exercise or eat healthy i can't stop eating sweets its so addictive. Please help me
I try to eat a good b/fast, but i do need to take a walk or run, normallyy wake up feeling tired or sleep in work during the day...
what about the infamous ''TUNA'' i would like your opinion...tks
For anyone out there who is introducing activity back into their life, give Wii Fit Plus a try. It is wonderful for staying physcially fit, having fun and staying warm while doing it during these cold winter months! St ... moreFor anyone out there who is introducing activity back into their life, give Wii Fit Plus a try. It is wonderful for staying physcially fit, having fun and staying warm while doing it during these cold winter months! Stay active!
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Treadmills are the exercise equipment of choice when the RealFeel (wind chill) temp is -60 degrees like it is in the Dakotas.
Tyra I have a hard time finding a great diet to eat because I am a very picky eater and I HATE seafood, and most diets involve that and I do not know what else would be good for me. I am going to be getting married in a ... moreTyra I have a hard time finding a great diet to eat because I am a very picky eater and I HATE seafood, and most diets involve that and I do not know what else would be good for me. I am going to be getting married in a year and want to look better than I ever have. Can you help me?
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I recently started to live a healthier lifestyle and strongly agree with the portion control. I try to work out at least 3 times a week doing about 30 mins on the elliptical, fat burning mode, then work my abs and do som ... moreI recently started to live a healthier lifestyle and strongly agree with the portion control. I try to work out at least 3 times a week doing about 30 mins on the elliptical, fat burning mode, then work my abs and do some other cardio work out for a total of an hour workout. I have a huge weakness for chocolate (get that from my dad but he's super skinny), so i have to really make sure i go to gym. I allow myself one piece a chocolate at least 2 times a week just cause i don't like to cheat my body out of anything. I also started drinking red wine instead of heavy alcohol
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my body goes through crazy extreme phases...some months i love to eat and just cant stop...then the next month i have to remember to eat...literally...am i crazy or are other ppl like this too???
YOU GUYS COULD NOT BELIVE THAT I LOST WEIGHT! IM CRYING CAUSE I THOUGHT ILL STICK WITH THIS FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE BUT NO NO NO! TYRA I LOVE YOU UR MY INSPIRATION MY IDOL I JUST REALLY HAPPY RIGHT NOW AND THANK YOU TYRA ... moreYOU GUYS COULD NOT BELIVE THAT I LOST WEIGHT!
IM CRYING CAUSE I THOUGHT ILL STICK WITH THIS FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE BUT NO NO NO! TYRA I LOVE YOU UR MY INSPIRATION MY IDOL I JUST REALLY HAPPY RIGHT NOW AND THANK YOU TYRA NOW I CAN EAT ALOT AND BE HEALTHY AT THE SAME TIME <3
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I'm terrible at eating breakfast b/c I'm always sleeping in or rolling out of bed w/ no food. BAD I know... and bfast is soo good too! I quit smoking a few months ago too! Best decision ever. I was really proud of mysel ... moreI'm terrible at eating breakfast b/c I'm always sleeping in or rolling out of bed w/ no food. BAD I know... and bfast is soo good too! I quit smoking a few months ago too! Best decision ever. I was really proud of myself for quitting when I couldn't stand the 2nd hand anymore from my friends. Really great feeling..
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Im Gonna Try This , Im Trying To Excercise EveryDay , Even Though I Still Seem To Wreck EveryThing , Buh Ima Gonna See How This Goes . <3
getting in shape is a big game.the main point in getting you fit and in shape is in your mind.if u feel hungry but its not yet time to eat don't eat yet especially if you just take your meal or brunch.give time to settle ... moregetting in shape is a big game.the main point in getting you fit and in shape is in your mind.if u feel hungry but its not yet time to eat don't eat yet especially if you just take your meal or brunch.give time to settle what you eat and burn it my dear.eat only what your body need.and control your fastfood and junkfood habit.it is more delicious to eat slow cook meals,because the main ingredient of it is love and respect.stay healthy and fit........smile
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So, it looks like I'm on the right track! I think the key to a diet is not only technique, but stability and determination. If you really want to lose the weight, you'll go for it like a tiger does it's food. Dieting tak ... moreSo, it looks like I'm on the right track! I think the key to a diet is not only technique, but stability and determination. If you really want to lose the weight, you'll go for it like a tiger does it's food. Dieting takes patents too...so, don't give up. The results come...just not as quickly as we may want them.Thank you Tyra and Heather Bauer for helping us better our health and weight issues.
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Thanks for posting this!!!! i'm working on trying to eat healthy but i'm 16 and i have to eat wat my parents cook... but i'm working on eating healthy when i can =)