As a professional athlete, model, and mom, I've learned a lot about what it takes to stay fit and healthy. Together we'll explore practical ways to reach our goals and how to have fun along the way. http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/ Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:57:38 -0800 Yahoo! http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/9154/keep-your-eating-in-check <p>There are days in which my eating gets a little away from me and I go to bed thinking that tomorrow I will be hyper diligent. So, let's say I go out to dinner and have a bite of this or a bite of that, and then top it off with the house's "special" dessert. Well, the next day I focus on clean food with maybe even a mindful eye on calorie intake. </p><p>I will even try to eat the next two days like this to reinforce my good habits. I notice that by <a href="http://publishing.tools.media. ... Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:46:21 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/9118/put-exercise-and-healthy-eating-into-perspective <p>Let's get in the right frame of mind to help us make moving and eating healthier more a part of our everyday lives.</p><p>I met this woman who had adopted a 15-year-old girl who had been in the foster care system since she was 3 years old. This new mom told me that she and her partner had been learning so much about the human brain via this process (she also happens to be a chemist CSI-style for the sheriff's department). ... Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:01:21 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8717/basic-weight-loss-mistakes <p>A lot of us are out there watching what we eat and exercising, but still not making a dent in our bellies and body weight. There are a few things we are probably not doing, or doing too much of, that would mean major improvements in our health.</p><p><strong>Get more sleep.</strong> After a very short period of time (about 6 nights), studies show that your glucose levels can rise if you get only 4 to 7 hours of sleep each night. ... Thu, 04 Sep 2008 09:12:39 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8701/live-by-your-own-rules-like-olympian-dara-torres <div><p>I admit, like everyone else, I have Olympic fever. As a woman in my later thirties, you won't be surprised to learn that my hero is 41-year-old, mother of a 2-year-old daughter, and insanely fit swimmer Dara Torres.  </p><p>Why is she so inspiring? For me, it's not because at her age (love that phrase) she is going against all the odds by competing with women half her age. ... Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:24:14 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8691/the-olympics-7-fitness-lessons-we-can-learn <p>As I view the commercials for the upcoming Summer Olympics, I can't help but get excited to watch all the athletes from around the world go for their dreams. These individuals have been training, eating, and dreaming of this one week for 2, 4, 6, maybe even 10 years. I'm sure they have other things in their lives that they focus on, but for most of them, this has been a huge part of a singular focus. ... Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:05:27 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8680/30-minute-workouts-for-your-busy-life The one reason I hear repeated over and over as to why people don't work out is that no one has time. Far away, second place is a tie between they don't like it, don't have room at their house, can't afford the gym or a trainer, and just don't know how to get started. Oh, and don't forget the people who are not making a real connection between exercise and success with their weight. ... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:02:35 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8676/recommit-to-summertime-fitness <p>Most of us blow it out on the Fourth of July with fireworks, booze and red, white and blue cupcakes. With the biggest party of the summer now over, it's a good time to recommit to a fitness strategy.</p><ul><li><strong>Workout in the early morning or the cooler evening.</strong> Since it's hot out there, and there's lots to do during the day, exercise first thing in the morning or later as the sun goes down. I like the morning just to get it over with. ... Wed, 09 Jul 2008 04:20:39 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8662/a-realistic-workout-schedule <p>Let's face it, if you don't get your exercise in by 2 p.m., the window of opportunity begins to close. Not to mention after a long day of work, or work and kids, who has the energy?<br /><br />How about committing to three days of the week, getting it done in the morning, and one day on the weekend? If you have a commute or something that makes it unrealistic in the morning, do your workout at lunch. ... Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:28:52 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8657/be-consistent-to-reach-your-goals <p>I realized that since having my daughter 5 months ago, I got into a few bad nutritional habits. Sugar and wheat products had really found more of a regular place in my diet, rather than just being treats or exceptions. </p><p>About a week ago I promised a friend that for one month I was going to not eat sugar or foods with wheat in them. We were both complaining and then laughing that it was only day 2 of our month. ... Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:29:03 -0800 Gabrielle Reece http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/gabbyguide/8616/finding-time-to-work-out <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Geneva">I spend so much time doing the same old things that I think I just put my husband's clean underwear away from the laundry for what feels like the 639th time. The funny thing is it's 10 p.m. and my three daughters have just hit the hay, so this is a great time to do what can't wait for tomorrow. ... Sat, 26 Apr 2008 05:14:22 -0800 Gabrielle Reece