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Huffing and Puffing for Stuffing

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With Thanksgiving only a week away, fitness center’s nationwide are suddenly packed with unfamiliar faces trying to lose 5 pounds before adding it back on by “Black Friday”

Look familiar?

Instead of exercising as an excuse to eat more stuffing, how about doing it so you’ll be able to spend many more holidays with your family and friends in the future? Exercise and eating healthy is the most powerful gift you can give to your body, and with the holidays quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to show yourself some love.

Let me stress that I’m no superhero when it comes to temptation. I fully intend on enjoying every delicious bite of food that fills my plate, and maybe even go back for seconds. The main goal here is to maintain control, weigh out our options, and realize that this is not the last meal we will ever eat.

Leftovers will be available by the boatload.

Throughout the next month and a half (and the rest of your life), stick to your workout routine and healthy eating habits. This leaves wiggle room to enjoy other not so healthy foods in moderation. 

Life goes on after the holiday season, and you want to start off the new year 10 weeks healthier, not 10 pounds heavier.

Thirsty Thursday {would you like some cheese with that wine?}

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What do you think? I’ll bring the bandanas Smile

OK, shall we get to drinkin?

Let’s start with some of my favorite Red Wines.

Pinot Noir

Light- Medium bodied.Tastes of deep red fruits, and spice. Pairs well with Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, along with various cheeses and gamey meats.

Merlot

A lighter wine that tastes of blackberries, cherries, plums and a hint of black pepper. Goes well with most foods, but pairs perfectly with grilled meats, pastas and salads. Mixes well with Cabernets.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Dry, Medium to Full Bodied, Tastes of plum. blueberry, blackberry, cherry, vanilla, and warm spices. Pairs well with red sauces, meat, strong cheese and dark chocolate.

Cabernet Franc

Med-Full bodied. Tastes of berries and plum. Pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine, pastas and poultry.

Zinfandel

Low-Moderate acidity. Tastes of black cherries and berries, much like the flavor of Jam, with a hint of spice. Pairs well with pizza (tomatoes and cheese), chocolate. pasta and red/white meats.

Most of the time, red wines put me to sleep or leave me with a headache in the morning. I much rather prefer a light, crisp, citrus flavored wine.

Onto the Whites!

Pinot Grigio

Dry, Acidic. Tastes of  crisp lemon and citrus . Pairs well with seafood, white meats and light pasta dishes. Don’t eat with citrusy sauces.

Chardonnay

Full bodied, acidic. Tastes of lemon, grapefruit, melon, and vanilla.Pairs well with chicken and fish.

Riesling

Light-Med bodied, Acidic. Tastes of apples, apricots, peaches, and lemons. Pair with white meats and seafood.

Sauvignon Blanc

Crisp and acidic. Tastes of sour apples, pears, mango and melon. Pairs well with seafood, poultry,cheese and salad.

I am definitely a white wine girl, but an occasional glass of red is always a nice change.

I’m thinking this night calls for some frozen grapes, sharp cheeses, dark chocolate and a glass of vino.

Cheers to being a wine snob! Winking smile