In a previous blog I wrote about motivation and I have to admit that I’ve been thinking about this topic a lot lately. In particular, I feel like we tend to be too hard on ourselves when we aren’t feeling motivated. As I was cleaning up after dinner last night and doing dishes I started thinking, do I ever feel…
One of my favorite things about participating in an at-work CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) is the opportunity to try new veggies and fruits. Last week’s CSA box included delicious fall favorites including spaghetti squash. I used to associate squash with little more than fall decor before I realized how tasty, healthy and versatile it can be. Here are three ways…
This week I’m excited to have Jen Ede, Editor of TOPS News magazine and fellow TOPS member, as my special guest blogger. 5 Tips for Choosing Organic Foods on a Budget by Jen Ede If you’ve been wanting to incorporate more organic food into your diet, but are balking at the price tag, here are some tips to get you…
September is a great time to be a sports fan here in Wisconsin. Our pro football team just kicked off the regular season with a win, college football is underway and baseball is still swinging. Game-day get-togethers are a fall staple and usually involve food, food and more food. Fortunately, it is possible to enjoy tailgating treats while staying on…
Wellness Wednesday is on a little break and will be back on September 14. In the meantime, check out Blogs, Videos and More, Using the Power of Deferring for Your Weight-Loss Goals, Playing Nice with Cauliflower Rice or 3 Things to Consider When Choosing a Meal Plan. See you soon!
One of the top questions we receive as a weight-loss organization is, “How do I get motivated?” This is difficult to answer because the definition of motivation is different for everyone. One person may be pushed by numbers such as scale readings, blood pressure or cholesterol. Others may be more encouraged by praise from friends and family. Inevitably, the follow…
Lately, in an effort to save money on groceries, I’ve been actively working toward “Fridge Zero.” This term, coined by a friend and coworker, refers to using up all of the food (with the exception of condiments) in your fridge before buying new items. This has helped me get more creative with meals and is how I stumbled upon a…
So many times I find myself saying, “I can’t believe it’s already (enter current month name here).” Time flies, and it seems to go especially fast in the summer months as we try to balance work, summer activities and making time for healthy habits. We’re more than halfway through the year and it’s a great time to check in with…
It’s an exciting day here at TOPS Headquarters. A number of our employees are anxiously awaiting our very first delivery of fresh veggies and herbs from a local farm as part of a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). With farmers’ markets in full swing and produce coming in abundance, we thought we’d share our top four strategies for getting more summer…