Different things motivate us at different times for different reasons. Sometimes its a picture, maybe a quote, a person. For me often a song. At one point in time the beginning of the PS3 madden game use to be one of the most motivating clips for me... seriously (no I am not a high college kid just rambling haha... maybe I'll share the clip sometime and if you're in the aggressive mindset you will see what I mean.) I relate "the gym" or my time spent alone there with so many things other than just my body. At the risk of sounding cliche` I relate it to my mind, to my soul, to serenity, to peace. I relate it to my confidence, to determination, to energy, to health (both mental and physical), to goals... it encompasses so many aspects of my life. Therefore when I look for motivation or inspiration it too can motivate, inspire or just simply touch other aspects of my life.
I am drawn to anyone or anything outside of the box. I am drawn to talent, purity, simplicity, and complexity at the same time. Certain people just radiate this feeling and this performance and song does for me. Doesn't hurt that her confidence and bod to rock this outfit and sing while hanging upside down spinning and dipped in water, to me makes her a bad ass!!
This was some great cardio music tonight!
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
Good habits are hard to keep and bad habits are hard to break! They say it takes about 6 weeks to make and keep a good habit, but why does it feel like it only takes about 3 days to break it and lose it? The good ole gallon jug of water. Sometimes colored (makes for interesting conversation), sometimes with lemons floating in it, but always by your side like a loyal puppy when you are into fitness. Why is water so important? Is it a myth? What does it really do? I have found (especially with the over 40 generation) if you're not use to drinking lots of water it can seem like a nuisance. You may wonder why would I carry around water, so I have to pee more? Sounds like a pain in the butt. Seems easier to just drink when you're thirsty.
But the benefits far outweigh the inconvenience. Some people love fresh cold water. They find it refreshing and its not a project at all to get it down. For me it always has been work. Diet Pepsi I can drink all day long but water I have to remind myself to stay on top of. When I make it HABIT it was done easily but when I fall out of forcing myself my water consumption quickly dwindles and I can see and feel the difference. As I'm back to making it a habit, I'm cheating a little with some flavored water right now, but I say whatever you have to do to get it down drink it! Here is a little info sheet I always add into my new clients packets on the importance of water and how much. It could use some updating even, but for the purpose of instilling YOU HAVE TO DRINK WATER especially when trying to lose fat, for now it'll do the trick.
Water
Why Is IT SO Important?
Water is the single most important nutrient that our body needs to run at its optimal level. Our body's content consists of mostly water. Water is so important for many reasons. It is responsible for millions of internal chemical reactions and bodily functions. Did you know that human beings could live around 5 weeks without protein, carbohydrates, and fats, but only 5 days without water (in a moderate climate)? Water also aids in cleansing our body of toxins and pollutants, it fights against fatigue, helps lubricate joints, and not to mention it's great for our skin. One of the things we take most for granted, water plays a very important role in permanent weight loss. It aids in suppressing the appetite naturally and in metabolizing stored fat.
Studies show that a decrease in water intake may cause fat deposits to increase, while an increase in water can actually reduce the fat deposits in the body. The kidneys do not function properly without enough water and when this occurs, some of their function is passed on to the liver. The liver works to metabolize stored fat into usable energy for the body, so if the liver has to help the kidneys, it cannot function effectively and consequently metabolizes less fat. Thus, fat remains stored in the body and weight loss will stop. People who are prone to water retention often think that reducing their water intake will help to remedy this problem. Actually, the opposite occurs. The body perceives a lack of water as a threat to its survival so it attempts to hold on to every drop. Water is then stored in spaces outside the body's cells, causing swollen feet, hands, and legs. The best way to overcome excess water retention is to give the body what it needs - plenty of water.
**It is especially important to drink water before, during, and after exercise. If our bodies are not fully hydrated we may experience fatigue, headaches, and muscle cramps. Because we can lose up to 2 quarts of water per hour during exercise, it is vital to continually replenish our bodies with water.
How Much Water is Enough?
First start by not thinking of water as something you drink only when you’re thirsty, think of it as something your body needs 24 –7! Your main beverage should be water, bring a water bottle with you everywhere. It is recommended we get at least 64 ounces a day (8 glasses) but if you drink more that’s excellent! An easy rule of thumb is to divide your weight in half to determine how many ounces of water you need to drink daily. Caffeine works as a diuretic, so for every beverage with caffeine you consume you must drink an extra glass of water. DRINK UP!!
But the benefits far outweigh the inconvenience. Some people love fresh cold water. They find it refreshing and its not a project at all to get it down. For me it always has been work. Diet Pepsi I can drink all day long but water I have to remind myself to stay on top of. When I make it HABIT it was done easily but when I fall out of forcing myself my water consumption quickly dwindles and I can see and feel the difference. As I'm back to making it a habit, I'm cheating a little with some flavored water right now, but I say whatever you have to do to get it down drink it! Here is a little info sheet I always add into my new clients packets on the importance of water and how much. It could use some updating even, but for the purpose of instilling YOU HAVE TO DRINK WATER especially when trying to lose fat, for now it'll do the trick.
Water
Why Is IT SO Important?
Water is the single most important nutrient that our body needs to run at its optimal level. Our body's content consists of mostly water. Water is so important for many reasons. It is responsible for millions of internal chemical reactions and bodily functions. Did you know that human beings could live around 5 weeks without protein, carbohydrates, and fats, but only 5 days without water (in a moderate climate)? Water also aids in cleansing our body of toxins and pollutants, it fights against fatigue, helps lubricate joints, and not to mention it's great for our skin. One of the things we take most for granted, water plays a very important role in permanent weight loss. It aids in suppressing the appetite naturally and in metabolizing stored fat.
Studies show that a decrease in water intake may cause fat deposits to increase, while an increase in water can actually reduce the fat deposits in the body. The kidneys do not function properly without enough water and when this occurs, some of their function is passed on to the liver. The liver works to metabolize stored fat into usable energy for the body, so if the liver has to help the kidneys, it cannot function effectively and consequently metabolizes less fat. Thus, fat remains stored in the body and weight loss will stop. People who are prone to water retention often think that reducing their water intake will help to remedy this problem. Actually, the opposite occurs. The body perceives a lack of water as a threat to its survival so it attempts to hold on to every drop. Water is then stored in spaces outside the body's cells, causing swollen feet, hands, and legs. The best way to overcome excess water retention is to give the body what it needs - plenty of water.
**It is especially important to drink water before, during, and after exercise. If our bodies are not fully hydrated we may experience fatigue, headaches, and muscle cramps. Because we can lose up to 2 quarts of water per hour during exercise, it is vital to continually replenish our bodies with water.
How Much Water is Enough?
First start by not thinking of water as something you drink only when you’re thirsty, think of it as something your body needs 24 –7! Your main beverage should be water, bring a water bottle with you everywhere. It is recommended we get at least 64 ounces a day (8 glasses) but if you drink more that’s excellent! An easy rule of thumb is to divide your weight in half to determine how many ounces of water you need to drink daily. Caffeine works as a diuretic, so for every beverage with caffeine you consume you must drink an extra glass of water. DRINK UP!!
Sunday, October 24, 2010
I feel like a tiny bird with a big song
If there are two things that I am it is always busy and always joyful! Okay so no one is ALWAYS anything... I will rephrase if there are two things I am mostly it is mostly busy and mostly joyful. I am a tiny bird with a big song. I am the little bird far away on the branch that you think cannot possibly be making that loud beautiful noise... Why is it so joyful? Where does that big sound come from in that little bird? That is me :)
I cannot believe I have abandoned blogging completely since June... yes JUNE was my last one! Not even going to try and regroup just hop skip and a jump and back on because it involves so much painting, decorating, starting school, kids starting school, summer vacation, all great things but easily were blogs in themselves I didn't have time to do. But why did I feel a pull to come back to blogging? Same reason as always. My own personal time to reflect, dwell, ponder, and wellll just vent and write. With school work now I am actually up to my eyeballs in work and writing so I thought no way I'd want to write more! But its different when you can't type as fast as your brain is thinking because its about your life. Being assigned a topic doesn't give you the same rush haha thats why its called school WORK.
Anywhoo where I am at: I am back to juggling a new schedule and trying to find my balance and happy place. I am in school. I am working part time and taking a few clients, my boys are in pre school and my daughter is in middle school with many activities after school including a competitive dance team. My husband and father are my back up glue that hold this whole schedule together. At first I had abandoned being really good with preparing and bring all my food for the first few weeks I was slightly overwhelmed but I quickly realized that grabbing stuff on the go unorganized is not only so bad for you my energy levels are crap when I don't eat balanced and well, but it adds up QUICKLY. What a waste of money. I quickly have gotten back into preparing my food, but I did drop a regimented cardio schedule... something had to give with the onset of new hours and that was it. This week though I have regimented slightly more now that I'm adapting better and that is where my new little boost came in.
Gonna take my own pressure off and keep my blogs short and sweet... if I don't get too wrapped up I may be more inclined to post more often and no pressure to fill in SOOOOO MUCH at once.
So the plan... back tomorrow for a journaling type of my day workout cardio food and activities :)
HAPPY FALL ALL!!!
I cannot believe I have abandoned blogging completely since June... yes JUNE was my last one! Not even going to try and regroup just hop skip and a jump and back on because it involves so much painting, decorating, starting school, kids starting school, summer vacation, all great things but easily were blogs in themselves I didn't have time to do. But why did I feel a pull to come back to blogging? Same reason as always. My own personal time to reflect, dwell, ponder, and wellll just vent and write. With school work now I am actually up to my eyeballs in work and writing so I thought no way I'd want to write more! But its different when you can't type as fast as your brain is thinking because its about your life. Being assigned a topic doesn't give you the same rush haha thats why its called school WORK.
Anywhoo where I am at: I am back to juggling a new schedule and trying to find my balance and happy place. I am in school. I am working part time and taking a few clients, my boys are in pre school and my daughter is in middle school with many activities after school including a competitive dance team. My husband and father are my back up glue that hold this whole schedule together. At first I had abandoned being really good with preparing and bring all my food for the first few weeks I was slightly overwhelmed but I quickly realized that grabbing stuff on the go unorganized is not only so bad for you my energy levels are crap when I don't eat balanced and well, but it adds up QUICKLY. What a waste of money. I quickly have gotten back into preparing my food, but I did drop a regimented cardio schedule... something had to give with the onset of new hours and that was it. This week though I have regimented slightly more now that I'm adapting better and that is where my new little boost came in.
Gonna take my own pressure off and keep my blogs short and sweet... if I don't get too wrapped up I may be more inclined to post more often and no pressure to fill in SOOOOO MUCH at once.
So the plan... back tomorrow for a journaling type of my day workout cardio food and activities :)
HAPPY FALL ALL!!!
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