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Want to maximize your workouts? Consider adding these pre-workout ideas for sustained energy. Nut butter and banana slices: bananas are a simple carb with both natural sugars and potassium which can help prevent muscle cramps. Nut butter is a healthy fat that can help keep you energized throughout your entire workout routine. Oatmeal and blueberries: […]
Trying to determine if you are putting forth enough effort in the gym? Here are 3 ways to tell if you’re working out hard enough Talk test. If you struggle to get through a complete sentence, then the workout is probably causing you to breath heavy, which is often a result of aggressive exercise. Be […]
The best views come after the hardest climb. Obstacles don’t block the road, they ARE the road. Every struggle is designed to strengthen you.
If you’ve lost your fitness motivation and need a boost, try out some of these strategies to get back on track: 1) Switch up your playlist – choose a list of songs that motivate you to move. Rotate your music so you don’t get bored. 2) Get an Accountability Partner – find someone whose goals […]
“Comparison is the thief of joy.” – Anon Remember we all have a UNIQUE path to success. Your blessing may not be packaged like another person’s but that doesn’t mean your blessing isn’t coming. Instead of comparing, give your all to being the BEST version of you possible.
Although weight loss IS a great sign of progress (IF weight loss is your goal), there are many other ways to track your progress. If you are getting frustrated because the scale is “stuck” and it seems like you’re not making progress, consider also evaluating your success on: How your clothes fit Improvements in endurance […]
“Self trust is the first secret to success.” – Anon In order to convince others to believe in you, YOU have to believe in yourself. Don’t let doubt distract you from realizing your own greatness. Instead, TRUST in your ability to achieve anything you put your mind to!
Just when you thought you ran out of home exercise ideas, here’s a few more you may not have thought of yet. Check out these fun ways to stay fit during quarantine: Try a new virtual fitness class: From yoga to kickboxing, cycle to step aerobics, there are so many free resources on YouTube and […]
“Accept both compliments and criticism. It takes both sun and rain for a flower to grow.” – Anon When it comes to making progress, constructive feedback is just as important as encouragement. Remember, success requires a good balance of celebrating your wins AND acknowledging areas you can improve in.
What you eat impacts your health both now and in the future. Proper nutrition plays a big role in helping you lead a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity coupled with a nutrient dense diet can help you reach and maintain a healthy weight. Good nutrition and exercise has also been proven to reduce your risk of […]
Forgive others, not because they deserve it, but because you deserve peace.- Anon Remember, the longer you hold on to resentment, the longer you remain prisoner to the one who hurt you. In order to move on with your life, you must let go of the grudges that hold you back.
“Old ways won’t open new doors.” – Anon Remember, change is the prerequisite for growth so don’t be afraid to try something new! Growth lives OUTSIDE of your comfort zone!