How often do you hear that phrase?  Never?  Well, no more.  Start acting like a kid again.  This simple rule can apply to both your workouts and your eating habits.

Workout Like A Kid

Remember when you were little and would just run and run and run?  No concern about what other people thought about you or if you were doing it “right”?  That is precisely what I am talking about here.  So many times as adults we are afraid to try something new or to let loose and enjoy ourselves.  Who says working out has to be boring and lifeless?  It doesn’t and chances are if you like what you are doing, it will like you back.  I love to see my Jazzercise students cutting loose on the dance floor and truly enjoying the moves.  I tell them that no one is watching, so shake it like you mean it!  I can guarantee that you burn way more calories when you get into your workout and have fun.

Eat Like a Kid

I am not talking reverting back to no veggies and a diet laden with chicken nuggets.  That’s boring and there is no need for boring and food to go together.  No, I am talking about re-visiting children’s sized portions.  I was out with some lovely ladies last night at a mexican restaurant and we talked about what we ordered.  I mentioned that I usually either order off the a la carte menu or a child’s plate (one enchilada or one taco with a teeny bit of beans and rice).  Its a great way to get a taste of favorite foods without the pressure of scarfing down a huge calorie-rich entree.  The child’s size is usually what an adult should eat anyway .  The other diner hadn’t thought of doing that and said she’ll try it sometime.

As a side note, did you know that the McDonalds kids meal hamburger is the original size they served back in the day?  No wonder our waists have been growing over the years.  Restaurant sizes are Out Of Control!  If you go into a dining out situation with that in mind, it might save you a bit in the long run.

So today are you going to dance like you mean it and eat like a kid?  I double dog dare you.