I always tell people that in my next life I want to come back as a man that way I can eat more and spend less time on my hair. You would cry if you knew how long it takes me to dry my hair, it’s ridiculous, isn’t it, Matt? But enough about my locks, let’s talk about my appetite.

I would eat all day long if I could get away with it, but I can’t so when I find tips and tricks to help keep my diet in check, I’m all ears. So when I heard this tip on the Today’s Show about drinking 2 glasses of water before every meal, I turned off the blow dryer and listened closely…

The research shows that people who drink two glasses of water before each meal eat on average 75-90 calories less than those that don’t. Hmmm…I eat several times a day so those calories could really add up quickly.

Now I really must go finish drying my hair and see what’s on tap for today!

I was watching the Today Show last week when a segment came on warning us about the hidden dangers of picnics.

It must have been a slow news day because between you and me, I don’t know anyone on the planet that isn’t aware of what can happen when food swimming in mayo sits in the sun for hours…

But then this ground breaking news came on about the 5 second rule that captured my attention…

GASP! Not only is the verdict finally in on the 5 second rule, but now we have the answer to what we do when life (or a waiter) gives us lemons…we send them back!

Now I really must go make some fresh lemonade, mop the floor, and toss the salad!

I was busting out some cardio in the gym last week while the Today Show was on the television screen in front of me.

Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford were rambling on about something but I was listening to my iPod and gasping for my next breath so I have no clue what they were talking about.

What I did notice was a pink ring Hoda was wearing. As soon as my workout was over I ran drove home and Googled “Hoda pink ring” and the information magically appeared.

In honor of Today Show host and breast cancer survivor Hoda Kotb, NBC created a specially designed symbol of hope, Hoda’s Forward Ring.

Each ring is embossed with the word “forward” along with a breast cancer ribbon. If you’d like to grab one, they can be purchased online for $5 plus shipping. For each ring sold through June 2010, NBC will donate $2 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Great ring. Great message. Great cause.

Now I really must go ring in today with a really great workout!

Have you had an aha moment lately?

I have.

According to Mutual of Omaha an aha moment is…”a moment of clarity, a defining moment where you gain real wisdom – wisdom you can use to change your life. Whether big or small, funny or sad, they can be surprising and inspiring. Each one is unique, deeply personal, and we think, worth sharing.”

Want to hear my latest aha moment?

Are

You

Ready?

This is groundbreaking.

Go get a pen. I’ll wait.

It might change your workouts forever.

This might be Nike’s next campaign.

Or finally get me an invitation on the Today Show.

Is your mind open?

Wait.

For.

It.

“THEY DON’T CALL IT A WORKOUT BECAUSE IT’S SUPPOSE TO BE EASY!”

- Joanna Sutter

AHA!

I wrote this down in my fitbook this week and looked at it in the gym every time I wanted to quit.

Or slow down.

Or pick up a lighter weight.

Or take the easy way out.

Think about it.

Really.

Think about it.

Then go.

Do the work. Get the results.

Have you had an aha moment recently? Do tell!

Now I really must go WORKOUT so I can look good for my morning show debut!