When trying out diets or fitness programs always keep in mind you do it at your own risk! The following diet and exercise information may not work for some as well as others. Please always consult a physician advice before starting any exercise or diet routine. The Gorean Voice, or author is not responsible for any health problems or injuries that may arise from advice on the "Health and Fitness" articles.

April workout

A girl would like to thank all the people that have been viewing the on-line workout classes. She hopes that you have enjoyed them as much as she has! Thanks to you it has been a huge hit. Due to a family illness, there will be no classes for the month of April. Please watch for them in May, and keep up the great workouts! Remember bikini season is around the corner, do you want to be a blob or a buff hunk or babe on the beach this summer?

Healthy eating means a healthy mind and body!

A balanced diet contains a proper mix of carbohydrates, fat and protein. Together, they give you energy and the building blocks for growth, maintenance and activity, which is why you need to eat significant quantities of each every day.

There are two basic kinds of carbs: complex - which include pasta, rice, breads, cereals, fruits and vegetables - and simple, which include cookies, candy, soft drinks and pastries.

The big difference: Complex carbs tend to be rich in vitamins, minerals and often fiber, too. Simple carbs tend to be sugary and low in nutrients -- but high in calories.

Normally, we tend to eat much more protein than we need. But our erratic eating habits and the national propensity to fad diets can throw protein intake way out of whack -- undermining energy, exercise performance and overall health.

Remember, when dieting or just maintaining your weight, 75% of doing this is eating right and 25% is having a good workout program.

Here are some great recipes low in Fat.

Skillet Rice With Vegetables

1 - 15oz can Stewed Tomatoes
1 - 15oz can Black Beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups mixed vegetables, frozen
1 cup water
3/4 cup instant Brown Rice
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 - 10oz can condensed Tomato Soup
1/3 cup Almonds, slivered
1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded

1. Combine undrained tomatoes, beans, vegetables, water, uncooked rice and thyme in a large skillet. Bring to a boil then reduce heat.
2. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
3. Add tomato soup and almonds. Stir and simmer for 3 minutes.
4. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.

Serves 4. Per serving: Calories 354, Fat 10g, Protein 19g, Carbohydrate 57g, Cholesterol 8mg.

Optional: Add a dash of hot pepper sauce.

Chicken Soufflé

2 c chicken breast strips, cooked and cubed
1 1/2 c long-grain white rice, cooked
3 whole hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/2 c onions, chopped
1/4 tsp salt
10 3/4 ozs low-fat cream of mushroom soup
3/4 c fat-free mayonnaise
1 c Rice Krispies cereal

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
3. Combine chicken, rice, eggs, onions, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Mix well.
4. Fold in mushroom soup and mayonnaise. Mix well.
5. Spoon and spread mixture evenly into prepared dish.
6. Sprinkle Rice Krispies over top.
7. Bake for 45 minutes.

8 servings; Cal 228, Fat 3g, Pro 11g, Carb 39g, Chol 80mg, Sod 726mg.

Do not wait until tomorrow to be on the road to healthy eating and staying fit, tomorrow may be to late!

Happy health and fitness

allycia