Archive for October, 2012
Substitutions for your fridge!
Click on the following image to access some healthy alternatives to use in your favorite recipes. What substitutions are you already using?
Are you low on H20?
We’ve all heard of the benefits of increasing your water intake. But did you know that “Adult women should aim to consume at least nine 8 oz. cups of water on a daily basis, whereas adult men should aim to consume at least 13 8 oz. cups a day.”
For this week’s
“Try this Thursday” increase your water intake.
One way to accomplish this goal is to have a water bottle at your desk. If you need more motivation or would like to track how much water you drink, put “benchmarks” on the waterbottle. 
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/327964-importance-of-water-consumption/#ixzz2AK5tYhpM
The TV Commercial Workout
As much as we’d like to stop watching television, some of our favorite shows just must be watched. Or maybe watching your favorite show is your relaxation time, well why not add a small workout to your relaxation. Not only will it make you feel better, you’ll look better too. Here is a workout that will get you off the couch and not make you feel so guilty about watching TV.
Via tumblrgym
“Apple Buttah”
Here’s a yummy and healthy spread to add to some of your favorite snacks. This apple butter can replace peanut butter and even be a great sweetener to your oatmeal. This vegan spread will be a nice treat to your morning toast 😉 !
Apple Buttah
- 4 pounds of apples, seeds removed and cut into chunks
- 1/2 gallon apple cider or water
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup sugah (or additional 1/2 cup syrup)
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1. Place the apples in a large pot and fill with apple cider or water. Bring to a boil and cook until the apples are soft, 20-25 minutes. Once soft, pour the apples and any remaining juice into a blender or food processor and pulse until the consistency of thin applesauce.
2. Pour the puree back into the pot and place over a low flame. Add the sugar n’ spices and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce reduces and thickens up (45-60 mins),stirring often.
3. To prep in jars for canning: heat oven to 225º and place jars (not lids) inside for at least 20 minutes. Once the sauce is ready, fill the jars (leave 1/4”-1/2” space at top) and cover tightly. Bring a large pot of water to boil and place the jars inside. Boil for 10 minutes then remove and set to cool.
Via viganizzm
Community Fun!
Happy Friday everyone! Here are some community activities going on this Saturday, October 20th.
Munter Trail Dedication
Put on your Clarkson sweatshirt apparel and join the Clarkson community as we dedicate the new Munter Trails, located along the Raquette River, on Saturday, October 20, at 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy some fall favorites like hot apple cider, coffee and pumpkin muffins while this program is taking place near the canoe house on the Clarkson University campus off Clarkson Avenue. Clarkson President Tony Collins will lead the dedication ceremony with Village of Potsdam Mayor Steve Yurgartis and Clarkson University Outing Club President Chris McKinney ’13 also participating.
What are the Munter Trails?
The Munter Trails are an integral element of Clarkson University’s master plan, made possible by volunteers who gave their time, talent, and resources during the Evolution to Excellence (E2E) Campaign.
Clarkson’s newest trail system has been named in honor of John ’59 and Rosemary Munter of Middle Grove, N.Y., and their family. John Munter spent countless hours working on the trails with equipment loaned by his family business, Munter Enterprises. In all, 22 other North Country businesses and organizations and Clarkson alumni contributed to the effort.
The Munter Trails provide the campus and local community with spectacular views of Fall Island and convenient access to the Raquette River, while enhancing an overall sense of connection with the river.
Come and help us say THANK YOU to the many local businesses and alumni that helped to make the Munter Trails a reality!
CU PASS This! 5K run/walk
Potsdam NY, 10am at 59 Main Street (Clarkson Hall)
Contact: Scott Arno arnosr190@gmail.com
Prereg $15: 1st 100 to register get free t-shirt. Reg @ race day: $20
Includes refreshments, snacks and awards
Onsite raffle for local business gift certificates with all proceeds benefitting the St. Lawrence County Health Initiative’s Access to Care program and the Clarkson University Physician Assistant Student Society to promote local community service projects and healthcare programs at the local and global level.
Registration begins at 9am
Preregister online at clarkson.edu/pa/pass.html print and mail in
Contact April Grant ’95, Director of Donor Relations, at agrant@clarkson.edu or 268-7709 with any questions.
Emotional Eating!
I found this information today and thought it would be great as an add-on before the weekend. If you see friends or family showing these types of behaviors you could motivate them with information from the blog. 
(via- emotional eating)
Try This- Kale!
Kale is the Healthy food that everyone is raving about. If you are into juicing adding just 2 leaves to your recipe adds a number of health benefits. Also, try kale as a side vegetable steamed or fried with onions. Lets Get Healthy!
(Via healthynotskinny)
Work it Out with the C25K
I thought that since there are a couple of 5K walks/runs coming up, that it would be a good time to post a resource that can get you off your couch and in shape to run a 5K. The plan is designed for 9 weeks of training, so you probably wouldn’t be done with it in time for the Hobble Gobble. However, you could use that week’s workout for the actual event.
If a 5K was never something you wanted to try, this resource can also just give you a workout plan for the next 9 weeks. The best part is that you will quickly see your endurance progress. Also, add one more workout day per week and you will hit the required 4, 30-min workouts a week for Safer and Healthier points.
Here is the treadmill version of the C25K- http://www.c25k.com/c25k_treadmill.html
CU WELLNESS: Safer and Healthier Everyday 