Julie Wright Move 2 Lose
Thank you to everyone that has taken part in the 2 week free trial on-line Zoom classes. I have battled technology, got my wires in a twist, set up lighting booths, connect my lap top to the TV, but mostly I have at last embraced the NEW way to teach my classes. Has it been easy, NO, have I enjoyed it YES.
Not only do I thank you, but also Corinne and Tony for “pushing” me a little and giving me the confidence to do it.
I do not want to fill all my newsletters with information about Zoom as I understand many of your are and will not be interested but at anytime please contact me for more details.
February Zoom – Sign up today
For those of you that have signed up and made your payment, later on today you will receive a separate newsletter with all your instructions. If you do not receive another newsletter by 7pm tonight please get in touch with me ASAP : 01206 548049 or 07990975855
Are you too late?
NO, not at all. You have up until 2pm on Monday 1st February (tomorrow) to sign up and pay for the full month @ £20 or £3 for each class that you will attend.
After that you may still sign up just contact me directly, £5 per week.
Energy = you + Energy = your home
Do you have any energy, what does energy mean?
Energy is actually stored in your liver and muscle cells and readily available as glycogen. We know this as carbohydrate energy. When carbohydrate energy is needed, glycogen is converted into glucose for use by the muscle cells. Another source of fuel for the body is protein, but is rarely a significant source of fuel.
Exercise Energy
How many time do we say “I haven’t got the energy to exercise”
You might feel that exercise is the last thing on your mind. But, in fact, regular exercise will make you feel less tired in the long run, so you’ll have more energy. Even a single 15-minute walk can give you an energy boost, and the benefits increase with more frequent physical activity.
In addition to walking, experts say other forms of exercise that help increase “calm energy” are Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, and, sometimes, resistance strength training, particularly when done with slow.
Lifestyle factors can cause low energy levels, such as sleep patterns, exercise, and diet.
What should I eat when I am tired?
Foods for beating fatigue
- Eggs. Whole eggs contain plenty of nutrients.
- Bananas. Bananas are a good source of potassium, fibre, and carbohydrates.
- Almonds. Whole almonds are rich in nutrients such as fats, fibre, and protein.
- Watermelon. Watermelons are a great source of hydration.
- Kale.
- Spinach.
- Chia seeds.
- Oats.
Foods That Can Give You More Energy
- Bananas may be one of the best foods for energy.
- Fatty fish like salmon and tuna are good sources of protein, fatty acids, and B vitamins, making them great foods to include in your diet.
- Brown rice is a very nutritious food.
Your Home Energy
I am one of those people that does not swap my energy providers – why because I dont!
But what I do look at is the energy that is used around the house and never more so than the past months being at home all day.
Heating – could you adjust the times or pop on a jumper before you press the “override button” no need to heat the house when you are asleep, adjust your timer to suit your day.
Lightbulbs – Incandescent bulbs and halogen bulbs have the highest wattage, making them less energy-efficient choices. CFL bulbs use fewer watts, but LED bulbs are the real winner in energy efficiency—an 8 or 9-watt LED bulb emits as much light as a 60-watt incandescent bulb.
Timers – It’s getter lighter in the afternoon so if you have automatic lamp timers you may need to change the time they come on and go off, no need to have the lights on when you go to bed.
Vegan Satay sweet potato curry
Cook this tasty vegan curry for an exotic yet easy family dinner. With spinach and sweet potato, it boasts two of your five-a-day and it’s under 400 calories
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- thumb-sized piece ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp Thai red curry paste (check the label to make sure it’s vegetarian/ vegan)
- 1 tbsp smooth peanut butter
- 500g sweet potato, peeled and cut into chunks
- 400ml can coconut milk
- 200g bag spinach
- 1 lime, juiced
- cooked rice, to serve (optional)
- dry roasted peanuts, to serve (optional)
Method
- STEP 1
Melt 1 tbsp coconut oil in a saucepan over a medium heat and soften 1 chopped onion for 5 mins. Add 2 grated garlic cloves and a grated thumb-sized piece of ginger, and cook for 1 min until fragrant.
- STEP 2
Stir in 3 tbsp Thai red curry paste, 1 tbsp smooth peanut butter and 500g sweet potato, peeled and cut into chunks, then add 400ml coconut milk and 200ml water.
- STEP 3
Bring to the boil, turn down the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 mins or until the sweet potato is soft.
- STEP 4
Stir through 200g spinach and the juice of 1 lime, and season well. Serve with cooked rice, and if you want some crunch, sprinkle over a few dry roasted peanuts.
Now off out for a walk to boost my energy, have a good week everyone.
Julie