This time last year I was on the road to a major weight gain. In other words, I was pregnant. The good news for me last summer is that my growing belly was acceptably cute in my bathing suit. It was the only pregnancy side effect that I liked — besides the baby, of course! Then my baby girl was born, and like most new moms I had a new body to deal with. (Oh that pooch!)
I have genetics and breast feeding to thank for most of my weight loss, thanks mom. But I also attribute eating right to getting back to my pre-baby weight. Lots of fruits and veggies for me! While I am no weight-loss expert, Keri Glassman is. That’s why this summer Dannon Oikos Greek Yogurt has partnered with Glassman to give moms everywhere tips to get bathing suit ready.
Here are a couple Grab a Spoon ‘til June tips from Glassman:
- Every Meal Is A “Monday Morning.” Focus on eating better, one meal at a time. Otherwise it can be easy to get discouraged – forget the worry! Your only mission: Make the next meal you eat nutritious, balanced and satisfying.
- Don’t Eat Around A Craving. Honor your craving with a conscious indulgence – take a few deep breaths and find a healthy alternative! Try satisfying your sweet tooth with Dannon Oikos® Greek nonfat yogurt, it is nutritious but still has an incredible taste.
- No-Excuses Exercise. Sometimes the biggest barrier to working out is just getting there so a good option can be to make it as easy as possible—throw in a workout DVD or even going for a walk takes away excuses and gets you moving!
- Satisfying Proteins. A moderate-protein balanced diet with a reasonable amount of fiber, carbohydrates and the appropriate amount of healthy fats is the best way to maintain a healthy weight. Dairy is a great source of protein, try a creamy Greek nonfat yogurt like Dannon Oikos®–it has twice the protein of regular lowfat yogurt2.**
My favorite tip is Every Meal Is A “Monday Morning.” Eating healthy can be so daunting, forgiving any past slip-ups and starting fresh each meal is such a great tip.
In addition to finding tips, you will also find recipe ideas and coupons for Dannon Oikos® Greek nonfat yogurt throughout June on Oikos® Greek Yogurt’s Facebook page.
GIVEAWAY – One lucky The Suburban Mom reader will win a signed copy of Keri Glassman’s new book Slim, Calm, Sexy Diet to help you get on track with your eating and get bathing suit ready. Giveaway ends June 21, 2012 at 11:59 pm.
To Enter – Leave a comment below telling me how you shake up your diet routine for summer?
Bonus entry – Tell me your favorite flavor of Oikos® Greek yogurt.
**Oikos Greek Nonfat yogurt has 12 -14g Protein (24%DV) while regular lowfat yogurt: 5g protein (10%DV) per 5.3oz.
Disclosure – I have partnered with Dannon to help promote the Dannon Oikos Greek Grab a Spoon campaign. I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program, which includes writing about the promotion and product. However, my opinions are entirely my own and I have not been paid to publish positive comments.
Melissa says
Great tips! I’m going to start walking after dinner with my family!
Heather @ Family Friendly Frugality says
I’ll be laying off the carbs! I’m insulin resistant so carbs really suck the energy out of me. Wish me luck!
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy says
I love this: Every Meal Is A “Monday Morning” — if only I could implement that!
Carrie with Children says
I’m going to focus on eating better – one meal at a time!
Tesa @ 2 Wired 2 Tired says
Those are great tips. I’d love to focus on eating better too.
Beeb Ashcroft says
I’m shaking up my routine this summer by starting a new diet! Thank you for the chance!
Lolli @ Better in Bulk says
I’ve definitely been more motivated lately, though I haven’t really seen results yet. Now that I am MOVING more, I need to focus on improving the food I eat.
Lolli @ Better in Bulk says
Also, I’m definitely a vanilla yogurt fan!
Alissa says
Why no… I’m not ready for bathing suit season! Ha! I’m refocusing my efforts on my fitness routine and also eating more whole foods.
Jennifer B says
I eat so much better in the summer because I eat A LOT of fruit
LeeAnn says
I am really trying hard to eat out less, and eat healthier meals at home. I REALLY need to get back into exercising too. Can someone please add a few hours to the day? 😉
LeeAnn says
I have not tried Oikos yet, but I would probably like the Black Cherry the best!
ConnieFoggles says
I’m eating salads and more fresh fruits and veggies.
Tara O. says
I’m home with my kids during the summer, so we walk to our local Produce Center a few times a week to get fresh fruit and vegetables for that evening’s meal.
Shell Fruscione says
I love the “Don’t Eat Around a Craving” tip- whenever I do that, I end up eating lots of other stuff- and then having the craved food anyway! lol
Elizabeth says
I will be getting up earlier to exercise and eating more fresh fruit and veggies!
Love the vanilla flavor!
Thanks
Kitty says
We get a lot of extra exercise in the summer by gardening. We expanded our garden to double the size this year. Even when we were newly married, lived in an apartment and didn’t have our own house, we had a garden plot from the township/county where we lived.
Kitty says
I like the plain fat-free in the large 32 oz container. That way I can use it for multiple purposes: as a snack w/fruit, to replace sour cream or use in a recipe as a sub for sour cream.
michelle warner says
im getting started on a no bread and cheese thing, i work at a deli so i eat tons of bread and cheese and i have gained like 25 pounds, so i so cannot wear a bathing suit yet, so diet here i come
Jessie C. says
I eat a lot of veggie and fruit during summer.
Nancy says
I’m shaking up my diet routine by eating more seasonal fresh fruits and veggies and Greek yogurt!
Nancy says
I like their Vanilla Green Yogurt!
Shelley P says
I shake up my diet routine for summer by eating more fresh veggies and fruit from our garden/yard : )
Shelley P says
My favorite flavor of Oikos® Greek yogurt is vanilla.
anna says
I eat a lot of salad – fresh salad and veggies from the farmers market is the best!
anna says
Drinkable greek yogurt – and favorite flavor is HONEY VANILLA
Pat says
I exercise more in the summer and eat more fresh fruit and vegetables.
Pat says
My favorite flavor of Oikos Greek yogurt is Black Cherry.
susan varney says
eat fresh veggies from the garden and fresh seasonal fruits. nothing like fresh taste so much better
susan varney says
i like the black cherry
April says
My summer routine will be finding time to exercise and to limit snacking.
April says
My favorite flavor is vanilla with honey added.
Lisa says
Getting outside and eating lots of fresh fruit!
Patricia says
The awesome thing about summer is the abundance of organic fresh produce. I love it. Plus it is warm and more outside time is great.
Patricia says
Blueberry is my favorite flavor.
Katie R says
I drink more smoothies in the summer
Katie R says
My favorite flavor is blueberry
Christine says
more salads
tamar says
I am eating a TON of veggies lately. 3 cups per day.
Daniel M says
going to try to eat fruit every day
Claire says
i eat more bbqd corn
Kathlyne says
I eat more fresh fruits.
Jan says
It is much easier in MN to be more active, out and about so that is what I am.
Erin Cook says
I am going to go swimming and ride my bike to stay in shape
Jamie says
I’ve started wearing a Striiv fitness pedomoter. Thanks!
Ed Nemmers says
I have begun hiking!
Jennifer J says
I am going to learn how to swim. Thanks!
Jennifer J says
I like the Blueberry Greek Yogurt.
shirley zolenski says
I have added swimming to my exercise routine
shirley zolenski says
I like black cherry
Brittney House says
walking around during my lunch break and not eating out, but bringing lunch
Brittney House says
I love vanilla
Sand says
I shake it up by doing zumba.
Sand says
The vanilla is my favorite flavor.
Renee G says
I shake it up by adding fresh berries from our garden.
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