One pound at a time

It's not the task -- getting in shape and losing forty pounds -- that can be defeating; it's your perception of it.

You feel defeated because you've allowed yourself to feel the enormity of your full goal. That's exactly what most of us do when confronted with changing our bodies. What's interesting to me is that we often don't do it in other arenas of our lives.

For example, if you decide to have a child, do you consider the huge task of the next eighteen years, from the number of hours it will take each day to nurse her and watch after her while she's an infant to the amount of money it will take to send her to college? If you went to college, did you look at the whole four (or five) years and think of the number of books you'd have to read, the amount of material you'd need to learn, the number of tests you'd have to pass in order to get that degree? Most likely, you didn't.

So, if you're going to be successful in your current goal, you're going to have to do it the same way. One pound at a time. Set manageable and attainable goals EVERY day. Write them down in a journal and use your successes as stepping stones. Treat yourself with kindness and take each pound one step at a time.

Fun twist on grilled chicken

Next time you have a hankering for delicious grilled chicken try this healthier and flavorful option instead!

Ingredients:
1/4 cup oil
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup tarragon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic, pressed
8-10 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Directions
1. Mix all ingredients except chicken in a jar.cover and shake well.
2. Place chicken breasts in a large plastic zipper bag.pour marinade over chicken.
3. Seal bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.turning bag occasionally.
4. Arrange chicken on heated grill and cook 7-10 minutes on each side.
5. Turning only once -- until juices run clear.

Enjoy!