January 15, 2015

The Real Meaning

I’ve talked about this before.

This weird place we tend to live in.

A world of Jealousy.

Feeling of Spite.

Annoyance.

Whatever you want to call it.  It’s ugly.

And unhappy.

I see a lot of facebook and instagram posts a day.

So many thoughts and dreams are shared.   Tons of check-ins happen.   An overabundance of sharing happens.

But, that’s the world we live in.  Social media.  It’s social.  We share.

So, what point am I getting at?

The fact that we tend to ignore the things that people are really trying to do and say on Facebook.  We jump to conclusions, we pass them by, we don’t comment or give them a little “like”.   We just internally judge and move along.

 

Scenario A

1. You see:  UGH… sick again!  This is day four and I feel like I am going to die.

2. You hear:   I am just being a whiney baby and I want people to feel sorry for me.

3. The true meaning:  I feel terrible, I am still stuck at home, this place sucks, I want social interaction in the worst possible way, someone please humor me and talk to me via comment section since being near you would be contaminating.

Scenario B

1. You see:  A check-in at the gym. 

2. You hear:  A check-in at the gym.  Again.  For the 5th time in a row.   We get it.  You go to the gym.  Yay.  Good for you.  Is it necessary to check-in every. single. stinking. time?

3. The true meaning:  Checking in at the gym again!  This is holding me accountable.  I know SOMEONE is tracking my actions and maybe I am even inspiring someone to get off the couch tonight and get moving!

Scenario C

1. You see:  Picture of a baby eating a snack

2. You hear:  Dude… that is just another picture of your kid.  Again.  Same kid, same snack, different day.

3. The true meaning:  My family that doesn’t live around here will love this pic!  My kid is wearing the Christmas outfit they got for her/him.

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You bet, I have fallen guilty to the negative thoughts on what people post on Facebook.  Lately, I have been really trying to focus on the positive side, giving them support, making a comment, showing the love.   I am friends with the people I would talk to if I saw them on the street.  Why wouldn’t I talk to them about what they are posting on social media for all to see and comment on?

We live in a world full of so much negativity, it’s time we all work on finding the positive.   Give some love people.  What are your friends really trying to say?  And the next time a post annoys you, try and understand why it annoys you.  Is it because they are doing something you aren’t?  Are they misunderstood?  Are YOU misunderstood?

Sometimes posts actually ARE annoying.  Maybe that particular friend is a constant negative nelly.  Well, let’s make it our job to turn their frown upside down!  We have the power to spread some light and love to their world.

Happiness.  Smile.  Share in your friends’ enthusiasm and excitement.   They are sharing for a reason.  Support it.

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Happiness is contagious.

Spread that shit.  😉

Cheers!

 

 

 

January 12, 2015

Never Skip A Monday

Monday Motivation:  Never Skip A Monday

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Monday begins a new week.

              A chance to start over.

A  fresh start.

It’s 4:30am and I am up ready to workout.

Why? 

Because mornings are MY time.   They are only for me.  My dogs are asleep, my husband is asleep and my work day hasn’t blown up in my face yet.   I simply love early mornings.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings are when I workout for myself.  I don’t teach classes nor do I attend classes.  It is all about me and what I need for my mind, my body and my health.

This particular Monday is a 30 minute workout compliments of Total Cardio Fix DVD, followed by 45 minutes at the gym for some stair work and weight lifting – all legs, baby.  I have it scheduled in my planner.  Once written down, there is no going back.   BUT, even if it wasn’t written down, chances are 99% positive that I would still be up doing something.

Nothing beats starting the week with a solid workout under your belt, rejuvenated and ready to conquer the challenges that lie ahead.

I particularly ❤ Monday mornings.   They remind me of my goals and bring a sense of new determination and focus.

Get out there.   Get to it.   Make today YOURS.  And if you are reading this at the end of the day and it’s already 10pm – don’t quit.   Get in a solid 20-30 minute HIIT workout followed by a hot bath.  It’ll put you right to sleep.  😉

No excuses.

Never Skip A Monday.

January 6, 2015

Superfood Bites

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These little nuggets are packed full of nutrition, minerals, fiber and vitamins… not to mention they are SO FREAKING YUMMY!

Let me give you a little breakdown of what is in these babies.  <Links embedded in food titles>

Chia Seeds

  • Omega -3
  • Fiber
  • Antioxidants

Flaxseed Meal

  • Omega -3
  • Fiber
  • Lignans – Natural antioxidants.  To get the lignans that are in 2Tbsp of flaxseed meal you’d have to eat 30 cups of boccoli

Vanilla Shakeology

  • High Protein
  • Vitamin A, C, D, E and K1
  • Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12
  • Calcium
  • Biotin
  • In a nutshell – one scoop has high protein and amino acids, antioxidants, digestive enzymes, prebiotics, vitamins and minerals, phytonutrients and NO artificial sweeteners.

Peanut Butter

  • Healthy Fats
  • Protein

Raw Honey

  • vitamins
  • minerals
  • antioxidants

Did you know?  Raw honey has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It promotes body and digestive health, is a powerful antioxidant, strengthens the immune system, eliminates allergies, can stabilize blood pressure, balance sugar levels, relieve pain, calm nerves, and it has been used to treat ulcers.

 

 

Directions

  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 – 3/4 cup raw honey ( start with 1/2… add as necessary)
  • 1 scoop vanilla shakeology
  • 2 Tbsp. Flaxseed Meal
  • 1 Tbsp. Chia Seeds
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Stir together.  Mixture will be thick!   Scoop into mini baking cups or as is onto a plate.  Store covered in the refrigerator for a quick and easy snack before or after a workout or if you NEED a sweet treat. 🙂

 

ENJOY!

 

 

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January 5, 2015

GRIT: Strength

Mid-December I had the pleasure of meeting up with fellow Omaha 24 Hour Group Exercise instructors to go through a 30 minute GRIT series workout with our Group X Manager, Lori.

It was sort of our holiday gathering : Group X style.

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This workout is crazy intense.   The GRIT series consists of there different types of classes.   We did the GRIT: Strength class.  30 minutes of straight awesome.

Check this quick 45 second video out to learn more about it:  GRIT: STRENGTH

Push-ups with a clap?  Those happened.  I friggin’ LOVED them.  Of all the thousands of workouts that can be done, hands down my favorites are push-ups and burpees.

I am a freak.  I get it.

GRIT Strength details: 30-minute high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout, designed to improve strength and build lean muscle. This workout uses barbell, weight plate and body weight exercises to blast all major muscle groups.

 

This workout won’t be coming to Omaha for a few more months but I have no doubt it will be a HUGE success once it lands in the Clubs!   I am definitely putting my name in the ring to be considered for training.  I would love to add this to my teaching repertoire!

Stay Tuned!

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