9 Ways To Work Out Your Body And Your Business

 

Too busy to exercise? If you want to work in a workout, these 9 tips show you how to run your business and your body at the same time.

 

Most entrepreneurs know it’s important to work out—not just for the physical rewards like sleeping better and staying in shape, but also for the mental payoffs such as greater stamina and a clearer head.
But even the most dedicated fitness fanatic can sometimes feel torn between the demands of work and the workout: You’re craving your morning run, but you’ve also got a huge project staring you in the face. Wouldn’t it be better to skip the gym just this once and use that time to get a head start on the day?
Good news: It’s not necessarily an either/or situation. Check out these nine ways to make your workout do double duty so you don’t have to choose between being healthy and being productive.

1. Work out your day. One of my business partners swears by planning out her day while she does her morning run. She mentally reviews her upcoming schedule, categorizes her day’s priorities and thinks about how she’ll handle important events like an upcoming negotiation with a client.
2. Network where you work out. Several gyms near my house are hotbeds of high-powered executives and business owners. It’s a trove of potential business opportunities for savvy B2B entrepreneurs. Even if your company doesn’t sell B2B, a gym that’s populated with businesspeople can be a great place to meet your next investor, business partner or vendor. Don’t be obnoxious (no handing out business cards on the treadmill or in the sauna), but do be alert to the opportunity to meet people who could advance your business, and be prepared to talk about your business when an opening presents itself.
3. Work on a brainstorm. During a good workout, your mind goes into a creative space—which can make your workout the perfect time for coming up with new ideas. Whether you’re trying to think of the perfect name for a new product, brainstorm possible outlets to sell it in or dream up a new market, set your mind on the challenge before you start exercising, and you’ll likely be flooded with ideas by the time you hit the showers.
4. Work out with your business partner. With a hundred and one things on your to-do list every day, it can be hard to find time to touch base with your business partner(s). Exercising together offers time away from the daily demands of your business, so you can discuss more critical issues, like an upcoming marketing campaign or a nagging employee issue. Choose a moderate workout, like a long walk, that lets you carry on a conversation at the same time.
5. Work out during your commute. If you live in a traffic-plagued area like Southern California, your commute might already seem like a marathon. So ditch the car or subway and, depending on the distance, try biking, running or walking to work instead. (Just make sure you have a change of clothes and a shower accessible at the office!)
6. Hold working, er, walking meetings. You can get your employees moving too, by holding “walking meetings” outside your office. Got a park with a parcourse setup nearby? Circle it, making stops to do the exercises (and take notes on what you’re discussing). Bonus: Walking usually keeps meetings pretty short—no dawdling over donuts or making small talk when you’re hustling to keep up.
7. Work out with clients. Golf or tennis are traditional ways to bond with clients or prospects while getting some exercise in, but think outside the box too. Would a client enjoy a hike, a day on your boat or an afternoon at a rock-climbing facility? If you really want to get fit (and boost your rep), sign up to train for a fitness walk, run, marathon or triathlon with clients.
8. Use a “walkstation.” Invest in a treadmill desk. Check out popular options from Steelcase and TrekDesk. Don't want to spend that much money? Use your cell phone instead of your landline (if you still have one of those) and pace around your office or walk up and down the halls or stairs while you're making calls.
9. Work on catching up. Grab your smartphone or tablet, and answer emails, scan your e-newsletters or read proposals while you’re on the stationary bike (easy), treadmill (harder) or Stairmaster (hardest).

Really short on workout time? This last option isn’t double-duty, because you won’t be able to focus on anything but gasping for air: Try the Scientific 7-Minute Workout. I promise you’ll feel the results.

Article from:

https://www.openforum.com/articles/9-ways-to-work-out-your-body-and-your-business/?extlink=of-syndication-sb-p

Recipe: Grilled Caprese Naan Pizza

Looking for a new and easy way to make pizza at home? Check out this great recipe for Grilled Caprese Naan Pizza!

Free Guest Pass

Here is the link to the free 7 day guest pass at Xsport.

 

Remember, next week we are attending the Cycling class at 6pm. Feel free to check out any of the other classes, especially if you need to get in those extra minutes :)

Recipe: Quinoa Slider

Since we all LOVED the lunch and learn last week, here is yet another Quinoa recipe ;)

Quinoa Sliders(adapted from howsweetseat.com)

Note: I didn't use the whole amount of cooked quinoa, looked like too much to me, also I reduced the stock about 1/2 cup. The quinoa wouldn't stick together at all, so I used some "glue" (mayonnaise) -worked really well. The recipe shows the orignal amounts.
My amount was enough for 7 medium sized buns.

1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed (I didn't use the whole amount of the cooked quinoa)
2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 cup cooked chickpeas
1/2 cup freshly grated provolone cheese (I used mozzarella)
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1 green chili pepper, diced small
1 large egg + 1 egg white, lightly beaten (I didn't use the egg white)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (see note)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
12 multigrain slider buns or dinner rolls
2 avocados, sliced for topping (I used tomatoes and cucumbers instead)
1/2 cup chipotle mayo, for topping (mix 1/2 cup mayo with chipotle chili powder or 1 teaspoon (or more) of chipotle in adobe or other hot sauce



Directions:
Add quinoa and stock to a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cover, cooking for 15 minutes or until can be fluffed with a fork. You can do this ahead of time or even the night before (and store quinoa in the fridge) so the quinoa can cool.

While quinoa is cooking, slice the green onions, chop the carrots, and grate the cheese. Place it all in a bowl, then add panko and mix. Coarsely chop the chickpeas and add to the bowl. One quinoa is finished cooking, add it to the bowl and mix well until incorporated. If needed, let cool or place in the fridge for a few minutes to cool. Add in beaten egg + egg white, salt, pepper and mix well. Form into patties (I really squeezed a handful of quinoa together and smoothed it into a round, it may take some squeezing and form to get the patties to stick) that fit the size of the buns you have.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil. Once hot, add 5-6 quinoa patties and cook until deeply golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Gently flip and cook 5 minutes more. Remove and continue with remaining olive oil and patties.
Serve with chipotle mayo and avocado slices or tomatoes and cucumbers.

http://freshfromevaskitchen.blogspot.com/2013/07/quinoa-slider.html

Recipes: Quinoa

Today we attended a great lunch and learn about Quinoa at Whole Foods. Additional copies of recipes have been placed in the break room. Let us know if you need one!

To continue with Meatless Monday and Quinoa, here are two more recipes to try. Thank you to Alissa and Margaret for sharing!

Fruit Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
http://www.aspotofwhimsy.com/2013/07/recipe-fruit-quinoa-breakfast-bowls.html
Ingredients:
Quinoa
Milk
Agave NectarFruit
Chopped Raw Almonds
Flax Seed and Chia Seeds (optional)

Make quinoa as instructed on box. Then load it up: a splash or two of milk, a drizzle of agave, a sprinkling of almonds, flax seeds and chia seeds. Stir slowly.
Now heap on the fruit!

 

Choose whatever combination of fruit entices you (or is in season!). My personal favorite is strawberries and bananas, but raspberries, blackberries and blueberries all also pair really well with the quinoa.

Other possible additives: cinnamon, almond milk, walnuts, protein powder.

To speed the process along in the morning, I usually make a big batch of quinoa at a time that will then last me 3-4 bowls. Assemble everything but the fruit the night before. Heat the mixture in the microwave for about 45 seconds to a minute in the morning, add fruit and enjoy!

Quinoa with Roasted Garlic, Tomatoes, and Spinach
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/quinoa-with-roasted-garlic-tomatoes-spinach-10000002001925/

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil $

1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained

1 tablespoon dry white wine

1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup baby spinach leaves

1/3 cup chopped seeded tomato (1 small) $

1 tablespoon shaved fresh Parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon salt

 whole garlic head

Preparation:

1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2. Remove papery skin from garlic head. Cut garlic head in half crosswise, breaking apart to separate whole cloves. Wrap half of head in foil; reserve remaining garlic for another use. Bake at 350° for 1 hour; cool 10 minutes. Separate cloves; squeeze to extract garlic pulp. Discard skins.
3. 3. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and red pepper to pan; cook 1 minute. Add quinoa to pan; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add wine; cook until liquid is absorbed, stirring constantly. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; stir in garlic pulp, spinach, tomato, cheese, and salt. Serve immediately.

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Work Hard. Play Hard. Cleanse. Repeat.

Are you looking to eliminate harmful toxins, reset your body and restore your system?

Join us for a cleanse the week of 7/15! There are many different ways to cleanse and a few different cleanse options, so we listed some here for you:

If you are looking for smoothies and a rather cheap option:

http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/dr-ozs-3-day-detox-cleanse-one-sheet

Juice cleanse:

http://blueprintcleanse.com/

7 day cleanse with small meals:

http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/7-day-swimsuit-cleanse

Do Something Big!

Don't miss the BTN Big 10K event in Chicago on Saturday, July 27, 2013. Dress up in your favorite school colors and compete for your Big Ten team in the 10K race or 5K run/walk. Afterward, kick-off the college football season in style with thousands of Big Ten fans at the ultimate post-race FanFest & Tailgate party! Register early, the 2012 event sold out in only 64 days!
Here is the link to register:

https://www.signmeup.com/site/online-event-registration/88588

Check out our links tab for other fun events and activities around the area!

Welcome!

Welcome to Live Better at the COE!

We will be utilizing this site as our live better newsletter during the healthy living challenge.

Visit this site frequently to stay updated on upcoming events and new ways to live better! We have posted recipes, helpful links, and our calendar on this site.

Remember to send us any pictures of you participating in healthy activities, and feel free to share your favorite recipes with us so we can feature them on this site for everyone to try.

We have created a theme for each day of the week so we can focus our activities.

Meatless Monday - we will be featuring vegetarian recipes

Training Tuesday - focus on working out and being healthy! We will be doing office stair walks after lunch

Wellness Wednesday - we will host two yoga classes in the COE and attend a cycling class as an office

Thirsty Thursday - focus is on drinking water to stay hydrated!

Fruity Friday - eat fruit!!! and veggies!

Stair & Squad Saturday - take the stairs!

Sunday Funday - spend time with family and friends, enjoy yourself!

Stay tuned for upcoming events and activities!

Happy Monday!

Once again this year, we are challenging all Colgate people around the world to each complete 500 minutes of healthy activity in July. Use the simple online tool at http://www.cplivebetter.com/ to track all of your activity online.

Let's Do It Again!
Last year the Schaumburg office had the most minutes and participation, let's work together to achieve this again!! Remember to keep tracking even if you have exceeded your 500min goal. The winner for the month will claim a great prize!!

 

How Will You Earn
Your 500 Minutes?

 

Recipe: Parsley Pesto

(from bonappetit June/13)

Ingredients:

1 pound spaghetti

Kosher salt

1/2 cup unsalted, roasted almonds

4 cups (packed) fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

3/4 cup chopped fresh chives

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan

Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving 2 cups pasta cooking liquid.

Meanwhile, pulse almonds in a food processor until smooth. Add parsley, chives, oil, and Parmesan; process until smooth. Season pesto with salt and pepper.

Toss pasta and pesto in a large bowl, adding pasta cooking liquid by 1/4-cupfuls until saucy. Season with salt and pepper.

DO AHEAD: Pesto can be made 5 days ahead. Cover surface directly; chill.

http://freshfromevaskitchen.blogspot.com/2013/06/parsley-pesto.html

Recipe: Sweet Potato Salad with Figs

From Yotam Ottolenghi (Jerusalem)serves 4

4 small sweet potatoes (2 lb, 1kg)
75ml olive oil
Coarse sea salt and black pepper
40ml balsamic vinegar (not a premium aged grade)
20g caster sugar
12 spring onions, halved lengthways and cut into 4cm long segments
1 red chilli, thinly sliced
6 fresh, ripe figs (1 lb, 240g), quartered
150g soft goat's cheese, crumbled (optional)

Heat the oven to 220C/425F/gas mark 7. Wash the sweet potatoes, cut in half lengthways, then cut each half lengthways into three long wedges. Mix with three tablespoons of oil, two teaspoons of salt and some pepper. Lay the wedges skin side down on a baking tray, and roast for 25 minutes, until soft but not mushy. Remove and leave to cool down.

Put the balsamic vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for two to four minutes, until it thickens. Be sure to remove the pan from the heat when the vinegar is still runnier than honey as it will thicken as it cools (if it does get too thick to drizzle, stir in a drop of water before serving).

Arrange the sweet potatoes on a serving plate. Heat the remaining oil in a medium saucepan and add the spring onions and chilli. Fry on a medium heat for four to five minutes, stirring often so the chilli does not catch, then spoon over the sweet potatoes. Dot the fig quarters around and about, then drizzle over the balsamic reduction. Serve at room temperature, with the cheese scattered on top, if using.