10. Edible Arrangements – Tired of sending and receiving the same flowers year after year? This holiday, change it up a bit with a festival of fruit. It’s not only healthy, but beautiful and delicious too. To order, visit http://www.ediblearrangements.com/ to find a location nearest you.9. Gym Memberships – Give a boost to your new year’s resolutions and start 2010 off with a bang. Gyms like Planet Fitness offer memberships for as low as $10 a month. With locations nationally, it’s now easier than ever to burn off those extra holiday pounds.
8. A Bicycle – According to Registered Dietitian Tera Liescheidt, “Bicycling is a great way to see the outdoors, take in the fresh air, or simply get around town. It’s also an efficient way to burn excess calories, shed body fat and improve cardiovascular health. Depending on your body weight and the intensity of your ride, you will probably burn some where between 400 and 500 calories on a one hour bicycling trip.”
7. Nintendo Wii – Aimed at bringing active, social gaming into your living room, the Wii provides a great way for family and friends to laugh, bond and workout together. With games like Wii Fit, Wii Fit Plus, Just Dance and Your Shape featuring Jenny McCarthy, you’re sure to feel the burn and the fun!
6. A GNC Gift card – Start taking the right vitamins for you in 2010. Watch Dr. Bresser on Good Morning America as he explains which vitamins help and how they work.
5. A Lunch Box – Ditch the high-cal fast food and bring your lunch when you're own-the-go. Try the BUILT Gourmet Getaway Lunch Tote, a fun lightweight way to take along your lunch!
4. Comfy Clothes – Get some stylish clothes that meet two needs: working out & relaxing. For women, I recommend the Nike Women’s Tempo Track Running Shorts (available in every color combination imaginable) and some sort of Dri-FIT Cotton shirt. For men, try Nike Dri-FIT Tempo Track Two-In-One Running Shorts.
3. Running Shoes – It is recommended you change out your kicks every 350-500 miles, which tends to creep up on you faster than you’d think. Treat your feet, back and posture this year to a new set of running shoes. According to Exercise Physiologist Elizabeth Quinn, “Over time running shoes lose stability and shock absorption capacity. When this happens the stress to the feet and legs increases dramatically. Over time such added stress can lead to an overuse injury. A simple prevention strategy includes replacing running shoes when they wear out.”
2. Pots & Pans – With all the new recipes you’ll be cooking up in 2010, treat yourself and your kitchen to a new set of pots and pans.
1. A Spa Day – Take a day to treat your body and your mind! Health benefits of massage and relaxation are huge and include:
· Calms the nervous system and promotes a sense of relaxation and well being.
· Reduces tension and anxiety
· Improves blood circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells.
· Prevents and relieves muscle cramps and spasms.
Have a happy & healthy holiday season from all of us at Benefit Advisors!
Until Next Week,
Michelle D.
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