Two things I am really digging: SparkPeople and my chiropractor.

SparkPeople
It's not a diet, but it's a way of keeping track of your nutrition and fitness habits. I don't think I'd do this on my own-- I'm doing this with a friend-- but I think it's a great way to keep track without going crazy with the calorie calculator. It feels so good to see how many calories I just burned from my 35 minute brisk walk, or see what I'm eating by numbers. I've been noticing I eat a whole lotta carbs and not enough protein. Surprise, surprise. But it's really keeping me in check. Now, it's only been a week. Let's see how long I can hold out. People get really into it-- it's like a MySpace for people trying to get healthy. I'm kind of addicted. But it's only day 7.
It's also been tempting to "cheat" and omit certain items I consume, but as I tell my students, "You're only cheating yourself." Ain't that the truth.

Chiropractor
I love this guy! I found him at this free 10-minute massage thing at one of the choice Bally's in our area. Roommate and I got our free massages (I was convinced the man was in love with me, what with the way he was caressing my back and all.... Oh. That's his job). We found out that it was really a plug for some chiropractor. He was offering a $20.00 consultation, which normally costs $150.00+. Guess who really likes deals? ME! Okay, okay... you say it's not a deal because I'll end up spending hundreds--no--thousands on some "quack" of a chiropractor. I have to admit, I'm pretty new age-y for a Christian girl. I believe in all this spinal cord health stuff.
But why do I love my chiropractor? Not only is he on a mission to educate everyone about the health of their spine, but he has excellent bedside manner (does this term apply to chiropractors as well?). He genuinely cares about the whole care of each of his patients. Also, they own a family business. I get to chat with his wife, Shelley, every time I come in. I really miss the whole family vibe and soak it in whenever possible.
Here's the best part: miraculously, my visits to the chiropractor are covered by insurance. How awesome is that?
And want to know the very last reason I love my chiropractor? He just sent me a coupon for a free adjustment for my birthday. Woohoo!

P.S. I'm 22, people. That automatically makes you "into" your twenties.

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