So it is week two of the new year and I have already slacked off a little on my resolution. I really wanted to write up a new post every week and I am few days behind! Better late than never right?
Did you make any resolutions? I read a lot about resolutions last week and have a few thoughts I would like to share. I am not big on resolutions. It seems most go by the wayside within a few days anyway. But you should set some goals for yourself whether you call them "resolutions" is up to you.
Be specific in your goal. Sure everyone can say "I want to lose weight", "I want to work out more", etc. But if you set a specific goal you are more likely to accomplish what you set out to do. For example, "I want to lose 20lbs in 6 months". Very specific and timely. Do have a trip planned, some kind of reunion coming up that you would like to lose weight for? Set a goal for that event and work toward it.
One of the best things I read about resolutions was posted by a friend on Face Book. Write your resolutions down and then share them with someone. When you write something down, it becomes more important to you. Keep the paper where you can see it - on the fridge, by your computer, on the bathroom mirror. Somewhere you have to read it over and over and over!
Tell someone that can help motivate you and hold you accountable. If you want to work out more, find a buddy to go with you. An unusual thing happens in Zumba® Fitness classes. Friendships are formed between participants unlike any other group exercise class I have taken. It is so motivating to have someone looking for you in class and missing you if you aren't there! Makes it hard to skip the workout! I love getting to know my participants. Many have shared with me their goals for the new year and the successes they have had. I hope that they will continue to share their stories here as well. We can all take inspiration and motivation from others. A good support system is the best way to keep on track!
So set some goals, make them specific, write them down and share them with someone! Share them here if you like. We will all hold you accountable!
Tip of Week: Drink Water! In my house that is the standard reply for anything the kids say - "I'm hungry", "my stomach hurts", "my head hurts" - drink some water! It really is a cure all for many things. Most people don't drink enough water. Coffee, tea, Gatorade and soda don't count. You should consume a minimum of half your weight in ounces of water daily. That amount only goes up depending on how active you are. Drink water before you exercise, while you are exercising and after you exercise. Try replacing one other drink a day (coffee, tea, soda) with a glass of water. You may find you actually feel better, have more energy and your skin will look better!
Have a great week!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Saturday, January 1, 2011
The Beginning
Happy New Year! Welcome to my new blog! I am so excited to share my experiences with you and hope that yo will share your experiences with me as well.
The importance of health and fitness in my life has always been there, just not always at the forefront! As with most people I was in and out of gym memberships. I love group exercise classes but really don't like working out alone. Family, work, "the tireds", etc. would often get in the way of making it to the gym. Many months we were just "donors" to whichever gym held our current membership. As far as working out was concerned, I could take it or leave!
That is until August of 2009 when I attended my first Zumba® Fitness class! WOW! What a fun, exciting, motivating class! I started attending classes 3 to 4 times per week! The music, the moves, the instructor! I was hooked! A big appeal was the wide variety of age and fitness level in every class. Anyone could participate!
In January 2010 I took my very first fitness certification course. I became licensed to teach Zumba® Fitness! At 39, I was embarking on a whole new career as a fitness instructor. As I approach my 1st ZINaversary, I am so thankful to have Zumba® in my life! I love being able to share Zumba® with others. My participants are so inspiring! I love watching someones face in their very first Zumba® class. It is truly an exercise experience that is hard to describe but you want to keep doing it again and again!
The goal of my blog this year is to share some of those inspiring stories of my participants. I want to motivate you all to reach your health and fitness goals no matter how large or small. I not a registered dietitian, but I do believe you can make a difference in your health and wellness with common sense eating and moving your body! I do a lot of reading and research so if there is a particular topic you are interested in learning more about, let me know.
Here's my first tip: eat breakfast! I know you have heard this over and over, but your body needs fuel! You do have to eat to lose weight! The best place to start is breakfast. Have some protein and get that metabolism going for the day. I have egg beaters with a slice of American cheese in a whole wheat pita almost every morning. It is about 300 calories and gives me the right amount of protein and carbs I need to start the day, only takes about 3 minutes to cook and can be portable if needed! Find what works for you, but don't skip breakfast!
To live a healthier lifestyle you have to start somewhere. Start today! Even the smallest change can make a difference. Here's to a happy, healthy and fun 2011! I look forward to seeing you in class!
The importance of health and fitness in my life has always been there, just not always at the forefront! As with most people I was in and out of gym memberships. I love group exercise classes but really don't like working out alone. Family, work, "the tireds", etc. would often get in the way of making it to the gym. Many months we were just "donors" to whichever gym held our current membership. As far as working out was concerned, I could take it or leave!
That is until August of 2009 when I attended my first Zumba® Fitness class! WOW! What a fun, exciting, motivating class! I started attending classes 3 to 4 times per week! The music, the moves, the instructor! I was hooked! A big appeal was the wide variety of age and fitness level in every class. Anyone could participate!
In January 2010 I took my very first fitness certification course. I became licensed to teach Zumba® Fitness! At 39, I was embarking on a whole new career as a fitness instructor. As I approach my 1st ZINaversary, I am so thankful to have Zumba® in my life! I love being able to share Zumba® with others. My participants are so inspiring! I love watching someones face in their very first Zumba® class. It is truly an exercise experience that is hard to describe but you want to keep doing it again and again!
The goal of my blog this year is to share some of those inspiring stories of my participants. I want to motivate you all to reach your health and fitness goals no matter how large or small. I not a registered dietitian, but I do believe you can make a difference in your health and wellness with common sense eating and moving your body! I do a lot of reading and research so if there is a particular topic you are interested in learning more about, let me know.
Here's my first tip: eat breakfast! I know you have heard this over and over, but your body needs fuel! You do have to eat to lose weight! The best place to start is breakfast. Have some protein and get that metabolism going for the day. I have egg beaters with a slice of American cheese in a whole wheat pita almost every morning. It is about 300 calories and gives me the right amount of protein and carbs I need to start the day, only takes about 3 minutes to cook and can be portable if needed! Find what works for you, but don't skip breakfast!
To live a healthier lifestyle you have to start somewhere. Start today! Even the smallest change can make a difference. Here's to a happy, healthy and fun 2011! I look forward to seeing you in class!
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