I Can Make You Hot! (28 page)

Make a list of the issues that are making you stressed or nervous—and set them aside for the night.

Review what made you happy that day.

Think about what you’re looking forward to tomorrow.

Turn off your phone after 10 p.m.

Kelly’s Cardinal Rule

Wrap up every day with a great big bow and be ready for your next adventure.

KKBfit HOT Quiz

Answer the following questions to discover if you’re on the right track. Did you do what you were supposed to this week so that you can enjoy your Sunday Funday?

1. How many times a week did you have good healthy carbs for lunch?

Two—
not so great

Three—
better

Four—
good for you

Other?

2. Are you getting enough protein? How many days did you eat chicken, fish, or meat for at least one meal?

I had protein for dinner every single day—
Wow! You’re good.

I had a grilled chicken salad for dinner on three different days—
That’s good, but I wish you’d get a little more adventurous in your choices.

I hate fish and chicken gets boring, so I probably didn’t eat as much as I should—
Why not try shrimp or crab if you hate fish? Or have some good, lean red meat. It doesn’t always have to be chicken or fish.

Other?

3. How many days did you snack this week?

Two—
Awesome!

Three—
I hope they were good snacks!

Four—
Maybe you’re not eating enough when you sit down to a meal.

Other?

4. How many new foods did you try this week?

None—
You need to get out of that rut!

One—
How did that work out for you? If it wasn’t great, try something else.

Two or more—
You’re really becoming an adventurous eater.

Other?

5. Did you try any new recipes?

Didn’t have all the ingredients I needed—
Well, next time try to plan better.

Read through them but didn’t have time—
Hope you picked one to try next week.

Tried a couple; loved one, hated the other—
Now you’ve got a new one in your repertoire. Keep on trying.

Other?

6. How Kelly Green are you?

I had a Kelly Green Juice—
Wasn’t it yummy?

I had a smoothie from the health food store with a splash of spinach—
Great choice!

I had kale chips, spinach, and quinoa for dinner last night—
I bet you woke up feeling great this morning!

Other?

7. What are your biggest food regrets?

Don’t have any—
Really? Are you sure you’re being honest?

Skipped lunch one day and then was so starving that I really gorged on dinner—
So now you’ve learned something important. At least you’ll be less likely to do that again
.

Ordered take-out Chinese and ate myself into a food coma—
Sorry about that, but I know what you mean. I’ve made that mistake myself
.

Other?

8. How KKBfit are you?

Haven’t had a meal since last night, but I’m going to skip breakfast and go on a run. I won’t eat anything until lunch.—
Sorry, but starving your body is not KKBfit
.

Worked out so hard, I’m going to have a smoothie—
Food should be fuel, not a reward for overwork
.

Making pancakes with my kids, then I’m going on a bike ride—
Now that’s what I call KKBfit!

Other?

9. What’s in your Kelly budget?

M&M’s with a Caesar salad—
That’s not enough, and I don’t think M&M’s are a major food group
.

Not eating all day and scarfing a bowl of pasta—
Sorry, but that’s not how to keep a Ferrari running smoothly
.

A fruit smoothie, rice, and veggies with a salad and salmon—
Sounds like a great KKBfit plate to me!

Other?

10. Which of these nutrients have you been eating more of?

Protein—
We all need protein to keep us feeling full and to slow down the digestion of carbs so that blood sugar stays steady
.

Greens—
All those plant foods are filled with health-promoting antioxidants
.

Carbs—
Good carbs give us good energy
.

In this case, balance is key. Just be sure you’re getting enough of everything your body needs
.

11. Which one of Kelly’s recipes do you think is the most fashionable?

The Vogue Salad—
Haute couture

The Teen Vogue Salad—
Trés chic for both teens and adults

Jimmy Achoo’s Chicken Soup—
Always in style

The answer to this one is all of the above!

12. How many times did you exercise this week?

Two days—
At least you got started
.

Four days—
Did you feel better than the days you didn’t exercise? Wouldn’t you like to feel better every day?

Six days—
You’re definitely on your way to being HOT!

Other?

13. Did you try a new form of exercise?

Thought of taking a spin class but never got there—
Try signing up and paying in advance to give yourself more incentive. Make a date to go with a friend you don’t want to disappoint
.

Went to Zumba but it was too strenuous—
If you’re not used to exercising, start slowly. Try the 15-minute program in this book
.

Went to yoga on Monday and put air in my tires so that I could ride my bike on Wednesday—
You’re my kind of girl!

Other?

14. Are you drinking enough?

I made sure to drink 8 glasses of water every day—
Great!

I try to remember to drink, but sometimes I just forget—
I hope you don’t forget to put water in your car’s radiator
.

I drink when I’m exercising but that’s about it—
Not good enough! Try harder next week
.

Other?

15. Have you been taking care of your hygiene?

I haven’t had time for a professional manicure, but I’ve been making sure to keep my nails neat and clean—
That’s terrific. There’s nothing that upsets me more than seeing a woman with dirty or raggedy nails
.

I’ve made sure that my hair is shiny and clean, even when

I’m staying at home—
I love that. Remember: Your hair is your crowning glory!

I’ve been making sure to clean off all my makeup before

I go to bed, even when I’m absolutely exhausted—
Bravo! I’m sure you’ve been feeling much better waking up in the morning with clean, clear skin
.

Other?

16. Did you do something to pamper yourself?

Really wanted to give myself a pedicure but I was too busy taking care of the kids—
We’re all busy, but doing something to make yourself feel better will make you a better caregiver
.

Took your advice and rinsed my hair with chamomile tea; I loved it—
Awesome! I love it too
.

Went for a manicure and picked a really HOT color for my nails—
Good for you! Next, try matching your fingernails to your toenails
.

Other?

17. What did you do just for fun?