So often we are so "gung ho" to get to the destination that we often ignore the journey. We begin a "new" fitness goal with no cheats = deprivation, 2 hours a day of exercise = overtraining and a sense...[more]
Getting outdoors in the elements can inspire your fitness level and destress your mind. It's a wonder what some "fresh air" can do for your mood and workout. What you will need for today's challenge. -A...[more]
When life throws you lemons ..........make lemonade:) A positive attitude and outlook can make all the different in how you feel. Ever realize how tired and sluggish you are when you are "glum" or...[more]
Creativity keeps your workout and healthy eating on track. Sample a new fruit or vegetable every week. Ever eaten jicama? Create a new recipe. Incorporate intervals into your cardio workout or...[more]
Today is the day to re time your 1 mile run or walk. Use the same route, track or treadmill if possible. DO YOUR BEST. Record your time. Did you improve from the previous run/walk? Follow your run with 10 sun...[more]
Today's Challenge: Find a stadium or bleachers. Run the stairs 10 times. Time yourself and record for later 20 bench dips (use the bleachers) 50 one Bulgarian split squats (back leg up) 25 per leg Starter lunge...[more]
Do you know the national average for watching television is 34 hours per week!!! That is almost a work week!! Almost 5 hours a day!! Think of all you could accomplish if you spent a bit less time watching and a bit more...[more]
A day of reflection and recovery...........LISTEN........not to what is around you but to what is "inside" Take the time to truely nuture your body. Think of all the good it does for you. Eliminate the...[more]
Incorporate exercise into your daily activities. It all adds up! Park furthest from the door at the grocery store. Carry your own groceries. Take the stairs rather than the elevator. Power walk around the block at...[more]
What did you eat for breakfast? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It fuels us for the rest of our day, kicks our metabolism awake and allows our brain fuel for thinking. EAT breakfast today: Perfect...[more]
Do something nice for someone. Giving releases endorphins those feel good chemicals in our brain. Ask a friend to join you in today's challenge 20 medicine ball pass sit up (toss ball between partners) 50 walking lunges...[more]
Rest is as important as work. When we take the time to rest and care for ourselves we improve our efforts in work. It is the "rest day" when your body and mind can prepare for the next work phase. TODAY'S...[more]