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CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ANNOUNCES FREE MONTHLY CONCERT SERIES, FIRST FRIDAYS @ 5

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CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ANNOUNCES FREE MONTHLY CONCERT SERIES, FIRST FRIDAYS @ 5

CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH ANNOUNCES FREE MONTHLY
CONCERT SERIES, FIRST FRIDAYS @ 5

BEGINNING FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1, AT CENTENNIAL PARK AMPHITHEATER IN DOWNTOWN BOYNTON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Boynton Beach, Fla. — (September 27, 2021) The City of Boynton Beach announces a free family-friendly monthly concert series, First Fridays @ 5. The concerts will take place at the Centennial Park Amphitheater in downtown Boynton Beach (120 East Ocean Avenue) from 5 – 8 pm on the first Friday of each month. The first concert, in this year-long series, will be held on Friday, October 1, 2021, beginning at 5 pm and will feature music by a local-favorite band, AudioTramp. Food trucks and beverage vendors will be on site at each concert, offering up a delicious range of fare available for purchase. Art and fun activities such as a Peace Symbol Painting on small canvases, Find a Rock, win a bag of ‘70s and ‘80s candy, hula-hoop contests and cornhole will be available for kids.. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy the concerts on the Amphitheater’s lawn. For more information visit, boynton-beach.org/concerts, email marketing@bbfl.us, or call 561-742-6019.

AudioTramp will play favorite classic rock songs from the ‘70s and ‘80s including “Stairway to Heaven,” by Led Zeppelin, “Hotel California” by The Eagles, “Imagine” by John Lennon, “What’s Going On” by Marvin Gaye, “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen, “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder, “Let It Be” by The Beatles, “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns n’ Roses, “Back in Black” by AC/DC, “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi, “Every Breath You Take” by The Police, “With or Without You” by U2

Food trucks will be serving up delicious food and beverages.

Parking:
Free parking is available on the corner of Boynton Beach Blvd. and Seacrest Blvd. (entrance is located off Boynton Beach Blvd.)
Accessible parking will be available. 

ADA Accommodations:
ADA accommodation requests can be made by calling 561-742-6241 or Florida Relay 711 or email ada@bbfl.us.

Attendance at City events is at your own risk. Per CDC guidelines, facial coverings and social distancing are recommended.

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Calendar Listing:
5:00 – 8:00 pm, Friday, October 1, 2021 – The City of Boynton Beach announces a free family-friendly monthly concert series, First Fridays @ 5, at Centennial Park Amphitheater in downtown Boynton Beach (120 East Ocean Avenue). The first concert, in this year-long series, features ‘70’s and ‘80’s hits by AudioTramp, food and beverage trucks, and fun activities for kids. Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged. Free parking in #DowntownBoynton.

Why Dogs Are Our Best Friends, Unconditionally

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Why Dogs Are Our Best Friends, Unconditionally

Why Dogs Are Our Best Friends, Unconditionally

By Julie Schrager

Why do we love our dogs so much? What is it about these furry animals that make them so irresistible? Of course, you might say, “he’s just so cute.” Or, “she is so cuddly.” Sure, these reasons are legitimate but did you ever think it’s because they love us? Unconditionally.

Dogs Just Get It

People just don’t cut it. I’m sorry. But it’s the truth. Dogs love us no matter what. That cannot be said about all humans. If we try to ignore our dogs, they will love us without judgment. If we feed them late, they will still give us wet kisses. They always know when we need some extra affection without even asking for it. When we are feeling ill, they are right by our side. Dogs just seem to get us, to understand us with no special language being spoken.

Let Me Break It Down

Fitness

We all need to exercise, whether we like it, love it, or hate it. Having a dog pushes us out of our home and into a regimen of walking. Exercise gives off endorphins. Endorphins make us happy. Shouldn’t this be reason enough to exercise? Or, look at it this way, you can achieve your 10K steps each day by taking your companion for walks.

Emotional Support

Research has shown that dogs help alleviate stress and anxiety. They are very intuitive and can sense when their owners are having an emotional crisis. Other ways dogs help us with emotional support are:

  • reduce depression
  • less frequent doctor visits
  • lower blood pressure
  • help us to live longer

They’re Smarter Than Us?

There’s a reason why the fire department utilizes dogs to find people and other animals under collapsed buildings due to a fire. The police department and military utilize dogs to sniff out drugs and bombs. Dogs are used to guide people who are blind. Service dogs help people with disabilities. Specially trained dogs are incredibly smart and become their owner’s best friend and companion.

They Are Wise

How easy is it for you to just take one day at a time? It’s not easy for many. Yet, dogs simply have this attitude. They are so enthusiastic about life and embrace every second of it. Consider this…our dogs inspire us to live our best life. We learn from them how to appreciate the moment and embrace it.

My Dog My Protector

Back in the 1570s, dogs were used to herd sheep. At the same time, dogs were responsible for protecting sheep. As the world continued to evolve and dogs became more domesticated, humans became the ones dogs would start to protect. They have an extraordinary sense of smell and can hear much better than humans. This is why some breeds make great guard dogs. And because dogs consider their owner a part of their pack, they will protect them to the end.

These few points give you some clarity into understanding why dogs are our best friends, unconditionally. They will love us forever. They are not nearly as complicated as us. They hold no judgment against us. We can’t do anything wrong in their minds.

We don’t deserve them.

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Julie Schrager and her husband Jeff have lived in Wellington for 20 years with their son Jake along with their two mini schnauzers, Baron and Leo. Julie is the owner of Tail Waggers Dog Walking & Training and the host of her podcast Nothing But Julie.

The Read It Write It Writers Group

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The Read It Write It Writers Group

The Read It Write It Writers Group is a local, casual group of writers of all levels – novice and experienced.  It takes place once a month, the 2nd Tuesday of every month at NOBO Brewery in Boynton Beach, FL.  Our next scheduled event is on Tuesday October 12th.  The purpose of getting together is to share our work or projects in a friendly environment.  There’s an Open Mic and Round Table discussion but participation is optional. We like listeners too.  For more information check out the Read It Write Book Festival page on Facebook under events or email Heidi Hess at heidicreates01@gmail.com. 

Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum Announces $1M Donation & New Nam

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Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum Announces $1M Donation & New Nam
Mary Csar, Dick Schmidt in WWII Gallery

Funds Earmarked for Reimagination, Redesign and Renovation of the Newly Renamed

SCHMIDT BOCA RATON HISTORY MUSEUM

Boca Raton, FL – September 24, 2021) The Board of Trustees of the Boca Raton Historical Society today announce a generous $1 million donation from The Schmidt Family Foundation,led by Barbara and Dick Schmidt, to rename the museum the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM). Funds from this donation will be used to sponsor the Museum’s public display areas, new immersive exhibits, and internal gathering spaces, including the historic Council Chamber and heavily-used research library.

“The history of Boca Raton is important to our community, so it is important to me and my family, a legacy that began with my parents, Charles and Dorothy Schmidt,” Dick Schmidt declared during a recent tour of the completely renovated museum that is housed in the city’s historic Town Hall, located at 71 N. Federal Highway in downtown Boca Raton (33432).

“The Schmidt Family Foundation has been a longtime partner and generous supporter of this museum going all the way back to Boca Raton’s original downtown redevelopment plan in the 1980s,” says Mary Csar, Executive Director. “This donation—one of the largest in the Museum’s nearly 50-year history—will underwrite a significant portion of our ongoing top-to-bottom reimagination, redesign and renovation, leading up to our official reopening and relaunch later this year.”

“The Schmidt Family Foundation is proud to support the purpose and community outreach of this truly valuable organization,” says Barbara Schmidt. “The redubbed Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum meets our mission of strengthening and enriching our community through education.”

“The historic Boca Raton Town Hall has been our home since the mid-1980s,” says Csar. “But, due to space limitations, our exhibitions have been temporary and largely two-dimensional. Not any longer. The dynamic redesign of the new Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum will allow for both permanent and changing exhibitions that will appeal to families, students and research buffs of all ages—a project we call History Alive!” 

The new exhibits will bring to life the growth and development of Boca Raton from a small farming town to the dynamic internationally known city it is today. They incorporate artifacts and images from the museum’s extensive local history collections.

The new permanent galleries include:

+ Boca Raton Timeline, starting with the earliest Pre-Columbian inhabitants up to the 21st Century.

+ Pioneer, focused on the local heritage of a small farming community.

+ Addison Mizner, featuring the museum’s important collection of Mizner Industries and architectural drawings and images of the great architect’s plans, which put the tiny town of Boca Raton on the map in the 1920s.

+ World War II, when the Boca Raton Army Air Field served as the Air Corps’ top secret radar training facility.

+ IBM, celebrating Boca Raton as the home of the IBM PC personal computer.

In addition, the Council Chamber will feature display areas and cabinetry for changing exhibits and will also function as the museum’s lecture hall. The redesigned Research Library will house the Society’s extensive archival collections and provide workstations for research patrons.

The Boca Raton Historical Society is still raising funds for this ambitious renovation, and naming opportunities are still available, from the gift shop, research library and council chambers to individual decades within the captivating historical timeline that runs the full length of the museum. Anyone interested in helping to preserve and promote Boca Raton’s amazing history can do so by contacting Mary Csar directly at 561.395.6766 or director@bocahistory.org.

About the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum:

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is the home of the Boca Raton Historical Society, whose mission is to collect, preserve, and present information and artifacts relevant to the past and evolving history of Boca Raton and to maintain a visible role in the education and the advocacy of historic preservation in the community. Although closed to the public for more than a year due to the COVID pandemic, the Historical Society used this time to complete the History Alive! project.

Grandma’s Angels planning their 6th Annual Luncheon

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Grandma’s Angels planning their 6th Annual Luncheon

Grandma’s Angels planning their 6th Annual Luncheon

On September 9 th Grandma’s Angels got together at Patty Hadden’s house to continue
planning their 6 th Annual Luncheon, which will be held on Tuesday, November 30 th at The
Sailfish Club in Palm Beach. Co-Chairs, Jodie Schmitz and Manda Galin welcomed the
Committee Members in attendance, which included: Kristi Bomar, Kelly Brenner, Ali Govier,
Patti Hadden, Barbara Hollender, Kat Ogg, Dina Rubio, Lisa Shapiro. Not in attendance:
Missy Agnello, Diane Berman, Susy Burrowes, Leslie Byck, Patty Cooke, Margaret Donnelley
, Eleanor Jones, Cynthia Mascia, Anita Mitchell, Mary Lewis Moews, Adreana Moss, Joan
O’Connell, Toni O’Brien Amy Quattlebaum, Eve Sauer, Donna Scully, Valerie Seifert and
George Swan, Jr.

The luncheon starts at 11:30 am with a wine reception and a fabulous silent auction. During
lunch there will be a small live auction by Neil Saffer while local CBS12 News Anchor Liz
Quirantes once again graciously serves as the celebrity emcee. This event is “In Memory” of
Lou Ann Wilson-Swan, the founder and previous Chair of the luncheon.

The proceeds benefit Grandma’s Place, which provides shelter and loving care to children
who have suffered abuse or neglect and have been removed from their homes, and also
provides respite care for young children with disabilities while offering support to their
parents/caregivers to maximize each child’s safety and success.

Tickets are $200 per person or tables can be purchased for $1,800 each. To receive an
invitation, donate an auction item, purchase a ticket, place an ad in the event program, or
sponsor the event, please call Roxanne Jacobs at 561-376-0488, e-mail at
roxanne@grandmasplacepb.org or visit www.grandmasplacepb.org .

Think Pink at PGA Commons for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Think Pink at PGA Commons for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (September 21, 2021) – The power of pink is real this October at PGA Commons. The whole plaza is feeling philanthropic, as several retailers and restaurants have joined together to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You can support Susan G. Komen Florida by getting a mani/pedi, sipping on spirits, or finding someone special.

Sock it to breast cancer with luxe pink socks from the Tux Shop’s private label. All month long, the men’s clothing retailer is donating 100% of the proceeds from the sales of its fancy footwear to Susan G. Komen Florida. The gift will help Komen in its efforts to ensure access to screening and diagnostic services for women (and men) in our community.

Treat yourself at Blowtox and support breast cancer treatment for community members in need. Throughout the month, the blow-dry bar and full-service salon is donating 10% of all retail product sales. Your hair will thank you – and so will those who are provided assistance for treatment.

Never underestimate the power of pink nail polish! Pick pink this October at Polished Nail Spa and help provide access to breast cancer screening in our community. The nail spa is donating $2 from every pink manicure or pedicure. Making a difference is this season’s top nail trend.

Find your sweetheart and share the love during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Revolution Dating will donate $50 for every new client who joins the matchmaking service during the month of October. Singles ages 20 to 80 can make a connection with someone special, and also help to connect breast cancer patients with needed care. Each new member at Revolution Dating gets a bio to highlight their personal attributes, a photo shoot, and introductions to fellow singles for a one-year period. Call (561) 630-XOXO (9696) to find love now.

You can also sip pink at PGA Commons throughout October. Kabuki Sushi Thai Tapas, Prosecco Café, and Spoto’s Oyster Bar are donating $2 from the sale of each specialty pink cocktail. Cheers to charity – and to finding a cure!

About PGA Commons

PGA Commons features an exciting collection of upscale boutiques, fine art galleries, top-tier restaurants, and a wide variety of specialty stores and services. For more information about PGA Commons, call (561) 630-8630 or visit pgacommons.com.

Swank Farmer’s Market and Swank Table Schedule

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Swank Farmer’s Market and Swank Table Schedule

SWANK SPECIALTY PRODUCE ANNOUNCES 2021/2002 FARMER’S MARKET, SWANK TABLE SCHEDULE AND FARMHOUSE COOKING SHOWS

Celebrating Florida’s diverse agriculture out in the beautiful Loxahatchee countryside, Swank Specialty Produce is kicking off their abundant Farmers Market on Saturday, October 2nd. The market will take place every Saturday through June from 10am-1pm featuring farm-fresh lettuces, vegetables, herbs and wildflower bouquets from Swank Farm, along with live music from Mitch Herrick and fantastic goods from 25 local vendors. Guests can shop outdoors under Swank Farm’s 8500-sq ft open-air pole barn rain or shine and enjoy free and convenient parking. 

Stop by to stock up for the week, nibble on a breakfast sandwich from Uprooted Catering or  BBQ from Tropical Smokehouse, or savor a cup of coffee and a pastry. Kids will love saying hi to the Swank’s pigs and sheep.

Swank Farms has also revealed the schedule for their Swank Table series featuring twelve events kicking off December 12th with a Gauchos Asados Argentine BBQ. There are several new events this year including a Tribute to Anthony Bourdain, a Venetian mascarade, a C.B.D. dinner and celebrations of Caribbean culture and street food.  

Each Swank Table event unites the area’s top chefs, mixologists and brewers for an unforgettable multi-course plated dinner benefiting a local charity. After enjoying a welcome bite and cocktails from Sweetwater, guests are invited to participate in a tour of the hydroponic grow houses led by Darrin Swank, or simply wander around the fields to see a true farm in action before taking their seats in the expansive custom-designed pole barn. 

Live music from South Florida’s favorite musicians fills the space during a memorable evening where guests leave feeling like family. The all-inclusive, all-local dinners incorporate products from partner farms and purveyors, craft brews, wine pairings, cocktails, and of course, plenty of delicious just-picked Swank Farm vegetables and herbs. Returning this year is talented chef Emerson Frisbie (Clandestine Culinary, Palm Beach Meats) as Chef Liaison on the farm. He’ll also be hosting their famed family-friendly Easter and Mother’s Day brunches.

For guests seeking a more intimate experience, the Swanks open their home for a series of Swank Cooking Shows featuring  fun and flavorful cooking demonstration by Chef Dean James Max followed by a three-course meal. The dinners are BYOB and they’re limited to 24 guests so they do sell out quickly. 

Tickets for all of the events are on sale now. 

Swank Speciality Produce 

Swank Table 2021/22 Season 

December 12 – Gauchos Asados Argentine BBQ 

January 9 – An Evening in a Japanese Pub

January 16 – A Tribute to Anthony Bourdain 

January 30 – 70’s Throwback 

February 6 – Street Food

February 20 – Venetian Ball Mascarade

March 13 – C.B.D. Dinner: Culinary Botanical Dreams

March 27 – Woodford Bourbon and BBQ

April 3 – White Party 

April 17 – Easter Brunch 

April 24 – Food Cultures of the Caribbean 

May 8 – Mother’s Day Brunch

Where: 

Swank Specialty Produce

14311 North Road, Loxahatchee, FL 33470

www.swankspecialtyproduce.com

@swankspecialityproduce  (#swanktable #swankspecialtyproduce) / Facebook

Swank Specialty Produce: Founded by Jodi and Darrin Swank, Swank Specialty Produce is a hydroponic farm that has become regionally famous for their 350 varieties of impeccable pesticide-free vegetables, edible flowers and micro-greens. The 20-acre farm also features an expansive pole barn and stage where they host a free weekly farmers market with 25 local vendors, as well as all-inclusive ticketed dining experiences showcasing chefs from around the country. The farm is also available for private events and weddings.

Take Stock in Children Mentor, Teacher Kimberly Rolston Awarded PB Illustrated’s Educator of the Year

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Take Stock in Children Mentor, Teacher Kimberly Rolston Awarded PB Illustrated’s Educator of the Year

Take Stock in Children Mentor, Teacher Kimberly Rolston

awarded Palm Beach Illustrated’s Educator of the Year!

Kimberly Rolston

September 24, 2021 – West Palm Beach, Fla. –  Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County cheers Kimberly Rolston, of West Palm Beach, for her recent recognition as Palm Beach Illustrated’s Educator of the Year.  Rolston, in her third year of volunteering as a Take Stock in Children Mentor to support fellow mentors and students enrolled in the nonprofit’s scholarship program, teaches early education at The Greene School in West Palm Beach.  

Rolston’s more than two decades of credentials and service are rooted in education and woven with child advocacy, ministry, and her enthusiastic passion for learning.  

“Kim possesses a true compassion for a student’s individual success, and we are so very appreciative of her choosing to volunteer her time with us to help break the cycle of poverty with education,” said Nancy Stellway, Executive Director, Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County. “We cheer Kim’s honor and recognize her as a leader in advocating for children’s wellbeing and success.”

Rolston, a long-time contributor to several, local nonprofit organizations, said she finds the benefits of mentoring applicable in and out of the classroom, “…my first love.”

“I felt the more I communicated with my mentee, the more I learned how to become an effective communicator and inspire self-confidence and give direction,” Rolston said.

Sharing the title of Educator of the Year, is Ariana Murphy, a Teacher at Belle Glade Elementary School, who tied for the top award. Fellow Take Stock Mentor, and Teacher at Glades Central Community High School Mark Risisky, of Wellington, placed among the seven finalists.  

Mark Risisky

About Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County:

Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County celebrates 26 years of commitment to breaking the cycle of poverty with education. We accomplish our 98% success rate with an innovative multi-year model that begins in middle school, and continues throughout post-secondary completion. We provide wraparound services to underserved youth from age 12 – 22, with no drop-off after high school completion. We help students evade dropping out of high school and attain a college education by providing one-on-one mentoring, after school club meetings, college readiness coaching, college retention services, and two-year scholarships.


How can the community help? Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County impacts the community by bringing limitless opportunity to its young adults, with the gift of education. We remain committed to empowering students to earn college scholarships, experience the reward of dedicated work, and gain wide-open access to a life of success, without poverty. Strengthen your community by investing your time as a mentor to support students as a friend and role model throughout their educational journey, or, make a donation to help fund resources critical to student success. www.takestockpalmbeach.org.

Photo of Kimberly Rolston Contributed by: Kimberly Rolston
Photo Credit of Mark Risisky: Laura Louise Tingo 

Teaming Up and Cleaning Up to Help Save Our Florida Beaches

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Teaming Up and Cleaning Up to Help Save Our Florida Beaches

Teaming Up and Cleaning Up to Help Save Our Florida Beaches

Broward School and Wellington Renewable Energy Firm Join Forces

Broward and Palm Beach Counties, Florida (September 18, 2021) – The International Coastal Cleanup™(ICC) is the world’s largest annual volunteer effort to clean up the marine environment. Though Saturday, September 18th was the designated day for ICC for 2021, in Palm Beach and surrounding Florida counties, many clean-up events are happening through fall.

For the past 36 years, The Ocean Conservancy has sponsored this annual event where volunteers from over 100 countries simultaneously visit local beaches and waterways to rid them of garbage and show their commitment to conservation. New River Middle School (NRMS) students, faculty, and family have participated in ICC for over ten years. Their 2021 site was again at Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, located in Dania Beach off Florida State Road A1A.

Mindy Wessinger, NRMS principal, said the park always provides a pavilion free of charge to the school because it provides so many volunteers. “We use ICC Day as our kick-off event to create excitement around our school-wide project ‘Mission Possible/Marine Plastics,’” she says.

Wessinger said that Wellington-based Solarize USA’s sponsorship helped make this year’s event COVID safe by providing families boxed lunches from a local deli rather than hosting the traditional BBQ lunch cooked by school staff. The renewable energy consulting firm founded by Lucho Gomez safely served over 480 students, parents, friends, and family volunteers.

“We work to have our students become responsible stewards of the marine environment.  Participating in these types of events as a school family provides students with firsthand knowledge of the magnitude of the problem, as well as how to become part of the solution,” says Wessinger, adding that Solarize USA has always been a great advocate and supporter of NRMS.

Without community partners like Solarize USA, she says events like this would not be possible. Gomez says anytime kids get out in nature and see how to be compassionate stewards, it’s a win.

“We loved collaborating with Mindy, Katie, and the rest of the team at New River and look forward to many more opportunities! I hope we can continue fostering a community of caring and environmentally enthusiastic humans and have a blast while we’re at it,” says Gomez.

About International Coastal Cleanup™

In partnership with volunteer organizations and individuals around the globe, the International Coastal Cleanup™(ICC) engages people to remove trash from the world’s beaches and waterways. Thanks to volunteers worldwide, the ICC has become a beacon of hope, leading and inspiring action supporting our oceans. Since its beginning, over 16 million volunteers have collected more than 340 million pounds of trash: oceanconservancy.org.

About New River Middle School

New River is a Marine Science Magnet School providing opportunities for students to explore marine and environmental careers, application to real-world issues, and foster stewardship in their backyard. The school is committed to getting students excited about learning through hands-on activities, such as International Coastal Cleanup: browardschools.com/newriver.

About SolarizeUSA

Solarize USA is a renewable energy consulting firm that helps neighbors become independent of utility monopolies. By guiding homeowners through renewable energy options, customers save thousands of dollars on electricity while dramatically reducing their carbon footprint. The company’s founding pillars are conservation, education, and innovation: solarizeusa.energy.

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Our Favorite Tips for Staying Energized During the Day

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Our Favorite Tips for Staying Energized During the Day

Do you have a friend who seems to have a never-ending supply of energy? Annoying aren’t they? But seriously, do you ever wonder how they manage it? Cracking the secret to a bountiful supply of energy is a code worth cracking, wouldn’t you say? So here are some practical tips for increased energy.

Eat Breakfast.  

I am sure you have heard this so many times before but I’m going to say it again; EAT BREAKFAST! If you are the type who loves to start their day with a large cup of coffee, then I can pretty much guarantee that a few hours later the crash will happen leaving you feeling anxious, jittery and hungry. Here’s what happens when you start the day this way. Firstly, you are correct in thinking that caffeine can suppress your appetite. So what your cup of Joe is actually doing is convincing your brain that you actually don’t need breakfast leaving you thinking that you are not the breakfast type. You are literally trying to override the feeling of hunger and long term that is not good for your overall health, energy levels and weight. 

Listen, you don’t have to give up your coffee but eat a balanced breakfast with your favorite cup. If your last meal was around 6pm/7pm the night before and you get up and 6am/7am then that is 12 hours without food.  If I asked you to go 12 hours without food during the day do you think a cup of coffee would suffice in giving you the energy you needed? So just because you are sleeping during that particular 12 hours between dinner and breakfast the next day it never-the-less is 12 hours without food. So break the fast and eat breakfast to set the tone for the rest of the day. 

Eat regularly.  So many people decide to skip a meal (often lunch) in the vain hope that they will lose weight.  However, the opposite happens and of course our energy levels plummet.  When we allow ourselves to get past the point of hunger our bodies will react in an instinctive way. It will try and get the quickest source of energy as possible. The body knows simple carbohydrates are the easiest form of food to take in that will convert to energy the quickest, and that my friends is sugar! 

We all know the consequences of this type of energy boost; it is short lived and the energy crash in inevitable.  The best way to tackle this is to eat regularly and often throughout the day. The timing will vary from person to person and will also be dictated by that day’s activity level. Rule of thumb though is to nourish your body every 3 to 4 hours.

Eat balanced. We know balance is everything in life. This totally applies to the food you are eating. Take a good look at what is going into your mouth during the day. Aim to balance your meals and snacks including high-quality protein with healthy fats and fiber-filled carbohydrates in each sitting.

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