I’ve never had a diagnosed “binge eating disorder” and I am by NO means an expert on this topic nor am I a nutritionist. I’m just a girl who loves food and occasionally has incontrollable binging session typically when it comes to late night snacking. Whether that’s similar to you or if you have a …
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Okay I know you are busy, I am too! So let’s not waste any time sugar coating it, you’ve got work to do! Getting motivated to start working toward a goal is tough, but staying motivated is even harder! Here are quick strategies to get and keep yourself motivated: Condition your mind. Train yourself to …
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You were put on this Earth for a reason. So you have to live the best life you were meant to. In order to do that you have to be healthy. If you are just getting started on your health and fitness journey, the WORST thing you can do is fall down the trap of …
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As a new coach it is so easy to caught up in fear. When we don’t know what to say we get frozen at the computer. When we haven’t totally followed a program, we don’t know if it will work for others. So we begin to doubt, and self doubt leads to fear, and fear …
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That’s a question that people ask themselves in order to begin their fitness journey. There are three important aspects to consider when determining the right exercise program for yourself: Listen to your doctor: As always, before beginning any new exercise program, you want to consult with your physician. Schedule a physical to help determine …
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Awkward Turtle I found out what that meant in college. It’s the mascot of an awkward moment! The actual sign is placing one hand over the other and waving your thumbs back and forth like your hands (the turtle) are swimming backward What kind of awkward moments have you experienced in your life? And why …
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We know how important it is to exercise right? But knowing and doing it are two different things. You can’t be in between. You know what I’m talking about? I’m talking about the people who make an effort to go to the gym or buy a fitness program, but don’t put any effort into their …
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We all know stretching is important but do you really understand why? When you are younger it may not seem as important but as you age it becomes essential to be able to live your life easier. Flexibility is important to maintain your ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living). Activities of Daily Living means: “Everyday routines …
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One of my dear friends and amazing mentor, Christine Dwyer, recently posted this picture on Facebook. It made me realize how far I have come in my fitness career and my own personal journey over the last several years. I‘ll share the short version with you! After I had my son in 2002, I was …
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Our body is made up of 70% water. Since we lose a lot throughout the day especially through exercise, it’s important to constantly replenish! There are so many important benefits of staying hydrated, here are a few: Water Helps Energize Muscles. When muscle cells don’t have enough fluids, your body won’t function as well. Water …
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