Have you ever thought to repeat a mantra during your workout? It can be something short and sweet like, “Strength. Grace. Power” or “My mind and body are strong.” Come up with something that resonates with you. Try it & see how your positive words of encouragement will get you stoked to keep moving & feel empowered!
Focus on the Pain
I love the saying- Passion is Pain Focused. When you are pursuing anything worth while you more than likely experience discomfort that you have to push past. When exercising, think about your mental limitations and how you can conquer them. I’ve always admired IronMan triathletes because they are the definition of pushing through the physical pain of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and 26.2 mile run (a marathon) to reach the goal of crossing the finish line. The training that they go through is intense and it is their passion for the sport that gives them the mental endurance to work hard. So the next time you challenge yourself with a workout, think about how strong you are mentally and how passionate you are about being healthy!
Healthy eating this new year
Start off this new year by adding more plant based whole foods into your meals. Here is our first breakfast of the new year. Hope yours’ was just as colorful!
Blueberries, Bananas, Strawberries, Currants, Anjou Pear, Carambola, Dried Pineapple, Peanut Butter, Cashews, Almonds, Pecans, Walnuts
New Year = New You!
A professor of mine once told our class, “Excuses don’t get the work done.” It really is true. We can come up with a million reasons why we haven’t reached goals this past year. But what it really comes down to is that goals without plans are merely wishes. It is important to take action in order for your plans to be successful. Forget about the past and focus on what is ahead. A new year means you can become a new you! What are your goals for 2013? Maybe you want to increase your fitness level, eat more healthfully, manage stress better, or spend more time with your family. Think about what you want to accomplish in the next 365 days and set out a plan of action. You CAN do it!
Start your Day with a Spinach Smoothie
Start your day off right with a delicious and colorful Spinach Smoothie. It can make all the difference to an enjoyable and energetic morning. I love this recipe because it is quick and easy for those on the go who still want to make healthy nutritional choices and reach their goals!