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My Life Is Crap! Now What?

If you read that headline and thought, “that’s me please give me some tips!” You might want to head back to Yahoo’s Shine for 1001 tips on how to make over your life. I’ve got one tip and it works in every area of your life. Okay, I have two but let’s start with just one. Commit. Commit. Commit. It’s not sexy, glamorous or mind blowing. It’s the simplest thing you can do right now. Today. This minute.
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Your excuses of not having enough time don’t stand up to commit.
Your choices don’t stand up to commit.
Your spouse doesn’t stand up to commit.
Your job doesn’t stand up to commit.
Your children, your cat, your education, your parents don’t stand up to commit.
You get the idea.

If you commit, you win. If you commit, you succeed. If you commit you will know resolve. If you commit you will win friends. If you commit you will lose friends. If you commit you will learn more about yourself and others.

If you commit you will no longer need another tip to living your best life. Commit! And once you do commit prepare to have that commitment tested. When you commit leave a comment below!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:13+00:00April 26th, 2015|Calorie Myths, Fitness, Lifestyle|Comments Off on My Life Is Crap! Now What?
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Living Clean

In my blog I hope to compel you to lead Your Vibrant Life! It will be my version of what I know so far about health, fitness, and nutrition. There might be an occasional off topic rant…. I’m human after all. We only have this one life so I will try to separate fact from fiction, hype from truth, and what’s reasonable as you navigate your health and fitness life!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:39+00:00April 26th, 2015|Calorie Myths, Fitness, Food, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Living Clean
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Motivation vs. Inspiration

 

Good morning! I may be nitpicking but I think the difference between motivation and inspiration is where or with whom the responsibility lies. If I say, “I’m motivated” that means I’m responsible. If I say, “that inspired me” that means that whoever or whatever inspired me, is responsible. A big truth to your overall health and fitness is consistency! Inspiration is fickle. Motivation is life lasting!

Have a fit and fun day!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:40+00:00April 11th, 2015|Fitness, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Motivation vs. Inspiration
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“Clean” Life Basics

The Clean Life Includes:

  • *Drink plenty of water each day.  Unsweetened Coffee and Tea count as water too.
  • *Get some shut eye.  Don’t try to “catch up” on the weekend.  TiVo-DVR your favorite shows and watch them on the weekend!
  • *Eat regularly and plan ahead.  Don’t get caught without some “clean snacks” like nuts, dried or fresh fruit, string cheese etc.  Staying fueled up is key to avoiding the unhealthiest of snacks!
  • *Move around every day.  You don’t have to be a gym rat but you do have to do something.  Your skinny jeans are waiting :-)
  • *Smile and Laugh at least a few times a day.  A positive person sees themselves achieving and living a vibrant life.  Youtube cute cat videos!  Need we say more!
  • *Surround yourself with like minded individuals.  It matters!
  • *Be your own best friend and cheerleader. We all have tough days but they don’t need to turn into tough weeks or months.
  • *Set a goal with a pal and stick to it.  Reward yourself once in awhile with a spa day or a new gadget.
  • *Remind yourself about the gains you’re making in your health and life.  It’s the one time when we agree you should look back and say, “heck yeah!”
  • *Visit your doctor for a checkup and see if your numbers for cholesterol, blood pressure and weight have changed. This should be good news to share!
  • *Above all else….Don’t Quit!
By |2019-12-06T10:22:40+00:00April 11th, 2015|Fitness, Food, Lifestyle|Comments Off on “Clean” Life Basics
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Let’s Talk Fat vs. Muscle (Video)

The truth is, the more muscle you have means the more fat you burn at rest!  In order to build muscle you are going to need to move around, pick heavy things up and put them back down again.  Get moving!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:41+00:00April 5th, 2015|Calorie Myths, Fitness, Food, Videos|Comments Off on Let’s Talk Fat vs. Muscle (Video)
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Eat Real Food

We’ve got a lot of people eating food- like products and not enough real food!  It’s no secret that the typical diet is full of sugar, empty calories and lacks portion control.  It’s time we return to real food for our health’s sake!

 

By |2019-12-06T10:22:41+00:00July 31st, 2012|Calorie Myths, Food, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Eat Real Food
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Healthcare vs. Sick Care

What you eat contributes to your health.  When you view food as a life force, which it is, you take ownership of what you are putting into your body.  Foods with a good amount of vitamins and minerals are considered health care.  Foods void of any nutritional content or value contribute to sick care.  Make health care food choices most of the time and keep sickness at bay!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:41+00:00July 31st, 2012|Fitness, Food, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Healthcare vs. Sick Care
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Food for thought!

Your body, mind and soul are connected.  When you exercise a lot of issues come to the surface including anxiety, depression, and fear.  Every trainer has some painful secrets shared by their clients during a session.  So when I hear people say they don’t like working out I often wonder if they don’t want to uncover what may be hidden both literally and figuratively.  Lord knows I’ve shared some painful moments with my trainers.  Just some food for thought!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:42+00:00July 31st, 2012|Fitness, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Food for thought!
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Take A Deep Breath……

I believe that your greatest challenges begin with taking a deep breath.  Leaving a toxic relationship, going back to school, hiring a trainer-meal delivery service, getting real about your nutrition habits, changing careers and living your own uniquely weird life! Take a deep breath and do it!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:42+00:00July 31st, 2012|Food, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Take A Deep Breath……
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Exhale………..

Exhale and let go of the iffy, the bad, and the ugly!  We hold on to things that serve no purpose, that don’t promote our health or wellness, and that literally drag us down.  Why?  Exhale and let it go!

By |2019-12-06T10:22:42+00:00July 31st, 2012|Calorie Myths, Food, Lifestyle|Comments Off on Exhale………..
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