Allow Well-being

When your heart is singing, you are allowing Well-being. 

When you are appreciating, you are allowing Well-being. 

When you are yelling at somebody, you're not. 

When you're feeling insecure, you're not. 

When you're frustrated, you're not. 

-Abraham

52 weeks of bodily bliss... week 7: It takes TWO Ontheflip

Second month of healthy living.  Some people are still on their way, others have experienced setbacks and while struggling, are still in motion. Still others have given up on their quest for fitness completely.

One very simple and effective way to stay on track is to share the mission of fitness motivation with someone who cares: best friend, boy/girl friend, child, neighbor, a coach/trainer you hired.  No matter who you choose for this role, sharing the journey and having someone to fall back on when the going gets tough is a sure way to ensure seeing the goal through. Do ensure however, the chosen person is interested in your well-being whole heartedly.

On the flip-side, if you have a loved one, such as, parent, best friend, boy/girl friend, child etc. who you care about and is struggling with their weight and health, step forward and initiate the change in a gentle and constructive way Purchase a dozen sessions with a trainer, one you met with previously and felt them out and are confident in their approach in getting you and the one you care for started.   Initiate time together that involves physical activity and constructive life habits.  

Show your love to the one you care for, by supporting them in their quest for life and fitness, you both will benefit in the long run.

For couples, best-friends, mom+daughter, it is your time to set that goal and start working towards your new you, your best body yet.  Please contact me to book 2-for-1 sessions.

Show your love, and love life fit. 

52 weeks of bodily bliss... week 6:

1. Keep it Focused

Eat breakfast.  Studies have proven the tremendous value in starting the day with a healthy 

and hearty breakfast that contains lean protein, healthy fats and complex carbs.

Some of the benefits of a full breakfast are:

• stabilizes blood sugar 
• provides energy at the start of the day and helps maintain energy throughout the day
• prevents mood swings die to blood sugar fluctuation
• prevents late-in-the-day binges 
• helps lose and keep off weight by 

2. Keep It Lean

Choose lean sources for your protein. Such as lean meats, egg whites, protein powders etc:

• Choose the breast meat of all poultry
• Choose ground meats that are at least 90% lean, or marked "extra" or "extra extra" lean
• Choose the leanest cuts of beef, that’s round, chuck, sirloin or tenderloin
• Choose the leaner cuts marked "choice” or “select,” over the fattier “prime” cuts 
• Choose pork or lamb cuts of tenderloin, leg or loin chops

3. Keep it Simple

If you still have a hard time knowing what to eat and what not to eat?  Don't panic.

A simple rule of thumb, if the items you are considering do not look like their natural 

forms you would see these items in, chances are, the items are not at their healthiest, 

most nutritious form.  I.e. they have been processed and caused for their nutritional 

values to plummet greatly.  Choose foods that look closest to their natural state.  

Cook them quick with very little added fats and avoid creamy or heavy sauces.  

Keep your plate colorful by eating a great variety of food items, lots of veggies, 

salads, grains, whole wheat bread, brown rice, whole grain pastas etc.  

The fiber in whole grains can help you feel fuller, keep energy levels steady,

and help you lose weight. 

Taking better care of your choices will not only let your waist line shrink and shine; 

but also, you will be able to control diseases.  Such as, strokes, type 2 diabetes, 

heart disease, reduce high blood pressure, colorectal cancer, 

asthma, gum disease (which is linked to heart disease) and inflammatory diseases. 

Have a great week!