Why Watermelon?

So it is nearly summer which means it is nearly watermelon time. This summer treat is ideal for many reasons; first, one cup of watermelon has only 100 calories which makes it perfect for a morning, afternoon, or evening snack. Second, watermelon is a great source of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Lycopene. For more information on Watermelon check out the Wolds Healthiest Foods website.

It's BBQ Time

Grilled Lemon Chicken - serves 6, 20 min prep, 12 min grill



2-3 Tab lemon juice

1 Tab white vinegar

2 Tab chopped fresh dill

2 Tab chopped fresh basil

1 Tab honey

1 Tab Dijon mustard

1/4 tsp black pepper

3/4 tsp salt, plus more for serving

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

6 boneless, skinless, chicken-breast halves (2.5 lbs) pounded slightly

1 lemon, thinly sliced

1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved



1. For dressing, whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, dill, basil, honey, mustard, pepper and 3/4 teaspoon salt. In a slow stream, whisk in oil.



2. Place chicken in a large resealable bag. Add 1/3 cup of the dressing and half the lemon slices. Seal bag; refrigerate 2 hours, turning at least once. Reserve remaining dressing, stirring in olives and remaining lemon slices.



3. Discard marinade and frill chicken over medium-hot coals 5 to 6 minutes per slide.



4. Place chicken on a platter and drizzle with dressing; season with salt to taste.



Nutrition facts per serving: 347 calories, 44g protein, 7g crabs, 15g fat (2g sat fat), 0g fiber



Source: Fitness Magazine June 2009



Check out these great articles from the HealthyEats blog:

Lean Meats for the Grill

Healthy BBQ Sauces

Grilling Safety Tips

Rethinking Vacation

Have you ever considered planning a vacation that involved physical activity and outdoor recreation? Well we happen to live in one of the greatest outdoor recreation areas in the world where there is more to do then you can even imagine. This year rethink vacation, plan something that will get you out a moving, that is challenging, and most importantly something that you will enjoy. If outdoor recreation type vacations are new to you, that's okay, there are options for every activity and skill level.

Here are a few outdoor vacation ideas to get you thinking:
Backpacking
River Rafting
Kayaking
Fishing -June 6th is Free Fishing Day
Hiking
Geo Caching - http://www.geocaching.com/about/
Rock Climbing
Horseback Riding
Biking
Water skiing/Wake boarding
Cliff Jumping
Swimming
Spelunking
Camping
Canoeing

Now if you are not ready to set out on a 4 day backpacking trip through the Uinta Mountains, that is OK! The whole idea is to look for new vacation ideas that will get you out and keep you moving. So maybe you don't camp, the whole sleeping on the ground thing is just not for you, but you would love to get into hiking, there are hundreds of great trails with in driving distance of your house and if your up for hiking in Southern Utah there are great inexpensive hotels! Just get out and get moving and the more you do the more fun outdoor activities you will find to do.

Other Resources:
http://www.utahtrails.com/
http://www.wildernessutah.com/index.html
http://www.utah-adventures.com/allguides.htm
http://www.utahmountainbiking.com/
http://www.utah.com/
http://www.utahoutdooractivities.com/


If you would like to try an outdoor vacation/activity but don't have the equipment you can rent most of what you need for a small fee. Check out REI - both the Utah locations rent equipment!

Sandy REI
230 W. 106000 S.
(801)501-9058

Salt Lake City REI
3285 E. 3300 S.
(801)486-2100

Jumping Rope

Here is another great way to get a cardio work out that is not just for kids. 15 minutes of jumping rope burns over 200 calories - plus a jump rope is inexpensive, portable, and user friendly. For more information about the benefits of jumping rope and how to get started checkout this article, click here. For a great 15 minute jump rope workout, chick here. And, if your looking for an inexpensive jump rope, check out Amazon.com.

Sunscreen - Don't leave home with out it!

"Wear Sunscreen " We hear it all the time - but it is no time like the present (and the onset of summer) for a good reminder. As it warms up and as you venture outdoors to get your exercise and to show off the new you don't forget to use sunscreen. There are a lot of misconceptions as to who needs sunscreen, what SPF you should buy, and how much you should put on - luckily the American Academy of Dermatology has put together a Fact Sheet with everything you need to know, Click Here! to get all the answers to your questions!

Make it easier to remember sunscreen by purchasing several bottles and then stashing them in different places like the car, the kitchen, the bathroom, at work, in your purse, etc.