It's been rainy here in LA, the weather has officially changed. I've had a VERY "off" day. I woke up early, it was things as usual, however, as the day progressed it kept getting worse and worse. Usually I can shake it with a Tony Robbins CD, happy music,.......something. I couldn't shake it.......until yoga.
I'll be honest, I was sitting in my apartment ready to just pull the covers over my head and call it a day. My yoga studio is in Santa Monica, it was raining, and I didn't feel like the drive from Hollywood. I called one of my best friends, and yoga partner, he couldn't make class. He told me to go, that it would make me feel better, and he was right.
I'm starting to get really in tune with my emotions and now I am certain that if I'm having a bad day, an easy fix is yoga. The best way to explain how I'm feeling now is simply: at peace. I was able to release the bad day I was having, shut down my mind, and have an intense workout (I pushed myself like a maniac).
We live in a crazy, hectic world where stress is thrown at us sometimes at all angles. I encourage you to explore how you can release your stress with a form of exercise. Most people turn to food and start emotional eating, don't be like most, use your stress to become healthier.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
There are about 3500 calories in one pound. An easy way to calculate your calorie intake is recording it in a diary. The iphone offers a food diary app., daily burn. You can download it free at dailyburn.com
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
Don't be afraid of the good fats
Today was endurance training, I had a journal to read so I decided to ride the bike. The journal was so good that I rode almost 20 miles....I couldn't stop reading. I burned a lot of calories, I am trying to gain muscle mass, which means I have to consume more calories today than normal.
The journal I read was on fats, and how your body needs fats. It started off by stating how fad diets are bad for you, which I agree. I believe you need balance in your body, deprivation of a macronutrient is bad, bad, bad. It stated that when most people are trying to lose weight, they get afraid of fat and try and cut it out completely.
What REALLY interested me is that they gave great examples of high fat populations whom heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity are unheard of. One of the populations were historical Eskimo's. Despite consuming an extremely high fat diet comprised of mostly whale blubber, seal fat, cold water fish, and organ meat, this population generally are healthy because there food and fats are natural and unprocessed.
Bottom line: EATING GOOD FATS DOES NOT MAKE YOU FAT! Just don't do it in excess and watch out for processed, refined foods. Some examples of good fats that you should consume are: extra virgin olive oil, avocados, pecans, macadamia's, almonds, salmon, and flax seeds to name a few.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Before you go grocery shopping, eat a meal. Never go to the grocery store hungry. Many studies have shown if you shop while hungry you will buy more junk foods. Plan out your meals, make a list, and stick to it.
The journal I read was on fats, and how your body needs fats. It started off by stating how fad diets are bad for you, which I agree. I believe you need balance in your body, deprivation of a macronutrient is bad, bad, bad. It stated that when most people are trying to lose weight, they get afraid of fat and try and cut it out completely.
What REALLY interested me is that they gave great examples of high fat populations whom heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity are unheard of. One of the populations were historical Eskimo's. Despite consuming an extremely high fat diet comprised of mostly whale blubber, seal fat, cold water fish, and organ meat, this population generally are healthy because there food and fats are natural and unprocessed.
Bottom line: EATING GOOD FATS DOES NOT MAKE YOU FAT! Just don't do it in excess and watch out for processed, refined foods. Some examples of good fats that you should consume are: extra virgin olive oil, avocados, pecans, macadamia's, almonds, salmon, and flax seeds to name a few.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Before you go grocery shopping, eat a meal. Never go to the grocery store hungry. Many studies have shown if you shop while hungry you will buy more junk foods. Plan out your meals, make a list, and stick to it.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Your health affects your loved ones
If you live in LA then you understand the heat wave we have been in. Yesterday I went hiking with one of my girlfriends and let me just say, it was much more difficult in the heat. I just got in from training and I am wiped out. Today I did intervals on the bike, followed with rubber band exercises, and ab work using a stability ball.
I went to the gym later than usual because I got sucked in to Dr. Phil's television topic. Today his show was centered around two women with anorexia, and it completely broke my heart. What struck me was how the anorexia destroyed the entire family. Parents fighting, siblings getting forgotten, and making rules for the disorder, were just a few of the points the family members shared.
If you are unhealthy, mentally or physically, please think about the people who love you and how it affects them. Watching someone you love fall apart is a horrible thing. Please seek out help, and try to make changes to become healthy for every one's sake.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
If you are going to a party or out to dinner, spoil your appetite by eating an apple or a handful of nuts. This way you won't be ravenous when the h'orderves or appetizers arrive.
I went to the gym later than usual because I got sucked in to Dr. Phil's television topic. Today his show was centered around two women with anorexia, and it completely broke my heart. What struck me was how the anorexia destroyed the entire family. Parents fighting, siblings getting forgotten, and making rules for the disorder, were just a few of the points the family members shared.
If you are unhealthy, mentally or physically, please think about the people who love you and how it affects them. Watching someone you love fall apart is a horrible thing. Please seek out help, and try to make changes to become healthy for every one's sake.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
If you are going to a party or out to dinner, spoil your appetite by eating an apple or a handful of nuts. This way you won't be ravenous when the h'orderves or appetizers arrive.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Make sure to see your Dr.
Yesterday was my annual physical so I thought I would touch base on the subject. It's not the funnest thing to do, but it is absolutely necessary to keep up your health. For the first time I was excited to see my Dr., she's one of the Dr.'s on the TV show, The Doctors, and won a daytime Emmy this year. It was nice to see her and congratulate her in person, she's pretty fabulous!
I write this in regards to fitness because if you are not healthy, then you won't feel 100%, and therefore it will affect your workouts and could even be the reason why you can't seem to make it to they gym. Energy is key to training, and when you are ill your energy level goes down.
I am an extremest when it comes to my health, I pay a lot of money every month for good insurance, and I have a team of doctors whom know me well. Yes, it's a bit much for some people, but you have to remember that I am an actress, my body is my tool, it's my job to keep it healthy. You don't need a team, but find a general physician that you trust.
Please, please, please, if you haven't had your annual physical in over a year find a doctor and schedule an appointment immediatly. Cancer can strike any person at any age and the strongest way to beat it is with early detection. If you are like many Americans and can't afford insurance, call around, many physicians offer discount rates for a basic physical.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
An easy way to remember to schedule your annual physical is to do it on your birthday. You won't be able to forget.
I write this in regards to fitness because if you are not healthy, then you won't feel 100%, and therefore it will affect your workouts and could even be the reason why you can't seem to make it to they gym. Energy is key to training, and when you are ill your energy level goes down.
I am an extremest when it comes to my health, I pay a lot of money every month for good insurance, and I have a team of doctors whom know me well. Yes, it's a bit much for some people, but you have to remember that I am an actress, my body is my tool, it's my job to keep it healthy. You don't need a team, but find a general physician that you trust.
Please, please, please, if you haven't had your annual physical in over a year find a doctor and schedule an appointment immediatly. Cancer can strike any person at any age and the strongest way to beat it is with early detection. If you are like many Americans and can't afford insurance, call around, many physicians offer discount rates for a basic physical.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
An easy way to remember to schedule your annual physical is to do it on your birthday. You won't be able to forget.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Venture out
Today a really good friend of mine had a birthday, pool, spa, fitness party. She loves working out and swimming, so she had her closest friends over for a day in the sun. It was so much fun.
I used her gym, of course, and had a fantastic workout. Her gym had different equipment and I was able to work my muscles in different ways. You always need to change your routine in order to keep your body from plateauing. I recommend changing it up every three months.
Most gym's give their members free guest passes. I encourage you to ask a few friends if they have one. You can even go down and ask to try the facility out, and most likely they will allow you a free day. Try a new gym and feel the difference.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
When you are in the mood for pizza, instead of two slices of standard pepperoni pizza, switch to a thin crust and top with chicken breast, peppers, spinach, onion, and mushrooms. This will save you around 160 calories.
I used her gym, of course, and had a fantastic workout. Her gym had different equipment and I was able to work my muscles in different ways. You always need to change your routine in order to keep your body from plateauing. I recommend changing it up every three months.
Most gym's give their members free guest passes. I encourage you to ask a few friends if they have one. You can even go down and ask to try the facility out, and most likely they will allow you a free day. Try a new gym and feel the difference.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
When you are in the mood for pizza, instead of two slices of standard pepperoni pizza, switch to a thin crust and top with chicken breast, peppers, spinach, onion, and mushrooms. This will save you around 160 calories.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Meditation
Every day I make it a point to read bare minimum 2 journals on success. Some are long, some are short, but they all seem to have the same points. I read these daily to ingrain it in my head. A factor to success that most of these journals have in them that really sticks out to me is that you need to make time for yourself and practice meditation.
Today is Thursday and I will be attending yoga this evening. I practice yoga at least once a week. It's an hour and a half practice that is not only hard for me strength wise, (I get a good workout in), but it's a form of meditation. After yoga I always feel extremely centered and at piece. Most of the time it is simply the best part of my week.
If you've been reading my blog you also know I avidly practice Tony Robbin's programs, and I implement his "hour of power" every morning. In his hour of power you do many things, one in which meditate. Since I have added this to my daily routine, (Feb.), my stress level has gone down considerably. It's my time for me, and it has helped me tremendously.
There are many different classes, applications, and ways to meditate. Find a way that works for you and begin your journey of peace.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Power up your salad. The darker the green, the healthier the salad. If you love the crunch of iceberg then mix in some herbs. Basil, parsley, mint, and cilantro are loaded with antioxidants, like vitamin C.
Today is Thursday and I will be attending yoga this evening. I practice yoga at least once a week. It's an hour and a half practice that is not only hard for me strength wise, (I get a good workout in), but it's a form of meditation. After yoga I always feel extremely centered and at piece. Most of the time it is simply the best part of my week.
If you've been reading my blog you also know I avidly practice Tony Robbin's programs, and I implement his "hour of power" every morning. In his hour of power you do many things, one in which meditate. Since I have added this to my daily routine, (Feb.), my stress level has gone down considerably. It's my time for me, and it has helped me tremendously.
There are many different classes, applications, and ways to meditate. Find a way that works for you and begin your journey of peace.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Power up your salad. The darker the green, the healthier the salad. If you love the crunch of iceberg then mix in some herbs. Basil, parsley, mint, and cilantro are loaded with antioxidants, like vitamin C.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Friendship
Today has been a fantastic day. I have literally spent all day in gyms. I trained two clients back to back right when I woke up. I was feeling a bit tired, and realized I needed my daily dose of training. I went to the gym with a friend and had a blast.
I know this might sound redundant but if you are having trouble getting to the gym then call a friend to get you there. I typically train alone, and today it was different because I was with someone. The workout went faster, and I got to share time with someone I love.
The biggest reason people claim why they don't go to the gym or workout is due to time. Call a good friend today and make plans to help each other get healthy. There is no time like right now!!!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
When you decide to indulge (i.e. pasta, pizza,etc.), eat a salad and drink a big glass of water to fill up a little. You will eat a smaller portion of the treat and feel less guilty.
I know this might sound redundant but if you are having trouble getting to the gym then call a friend to get you there. I typically train alone, and today it was different because I was with someone. The workout went faster, and I got to share time with someone I love.
The biggest reason people claim why they don't go to the gym or workout is due to time. Call a good friend today and make plans to help each other get healthy. There is no time like right now!!!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
When you decide to indulge (i.e. pasta, pizza,etc.), eat a salad and drink a big glass of water to fill up a little. You will eat a smaller portion of the treat and feel less guilty.
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