Hi there, today my weight training was butt day. I had to change my routine up a bit, I noticed the past few weeks I wasn't as sore as need be. When I weight train I do 5 exercises per muscle, 2 or 3 sets. So I changed it up and tomorrow I will definitely feel it.
Been dealing with quite a bit of stress lately, it happens, I accept it, however today I did something new to try and shake me out of it. After weight training I went swimming. I'm not a big water sport person, however, I do like to swim. The weather in LA today is gloomy but I still jumped in the pool and did some laps.
I don't know if it was being submerged in water, or that I was freezing, (I HATE to be cold), but I feel as though my body and my mind got a big shock. I feel better, and it sure got me out of my head.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
If you go swimming wet your hair in your bathroom first. By doing this your hair will absorb clean water and not chlorine. Wear sunblock also to prevent skin cancer.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Take a challenge
Wow, I just walked in from the gym. Today I worked on my arms. I wrote a previous day that my arms are my weakest body muscle, boy do I hurt. I'm up to 12lb dumbbells and man getting to 15lbs is incredibly difficult. Who would have thought 3lbs would make such a difference.
That's why I wanted to talk about challenges. I personally am taking the challenge to move up to 15lbs. I'm trying to be realistic about this goal, but I WILL achieve it. I think for starters I'm going to do 25 push ups every morning to help build the muscles. If that doesn't work I'll try something else, bottom line....I will eventually get there.
I encourage you to challenge yourself. It can be small or large. Maybe today spend an extra 5 minutes on a cardio machine. Or walk 1/2 a mile longer. Challenge yourself.....you can do it!!!! I believe in you!!!!!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
TIP OF THE DAY:
This is a feel good tip. If your low on energy, in a down mood, or need a motivator to get you up and moving, put on a happy fast paced song......I SWEAR this works. One of my personal favorites is: Pocket Full Of Sunshine by Natasha Bedingfield.
That's why I wanted to talk about challenges. I personally am taking the challenge to move up to 15lbs. I'm trying to be realistic about this goal, but I WILL achieve it. I think for starters I'm going to do 25 push ups every morning to help build the muscles. If that doesn't work I'll try something else, bottom line....I will eventually get there.
I encourage you to challenge yourself. It can be small or large. Maybe today spend an extra 5 minutes on a cardio machine. Or walk 1/2 a mile longer. Challenge yourself.....you can do it!!!! I believe in you!!!!!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
TIP OF THE DAY:
This is a feel good tip. If your low on energy, in a down mood, or need a motivator to get you up and moving, put on a happy fast paced song......I SWEAR this works. One of my personal favorites is: Pocket Full Of Sunshine by Natasha Bedingfield.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Procrastination
It's a new week, hope everyone had a great weekend. My weekend was difficult, but I'm using it to strenghten me. So, I have really good news. Today I started the process of becoming N.A.S.M (national academy of sports medicine), certified for personal training. I'm really excited for this, I can't wait for all the information I will be learning. I'll have lots to share!!!
That's why I wanted to talk about procrastination. Man, it gets the best of us. Do you know that I have put off becoming certified for about 3.5 years!!!!! Can you believe this, what is wrong with me??? I've thought about it every day, and 3.5 years have gone bye. So I made the decision to just do it and I feel really good.
It's difficult to start new projects, all kinds of scary feelings come to surface. I know the hardest part to living a healthy lifestyle is just simply starting it. If you want to do something please I beg you today to start it. Take some small step towards it, don't let 3.5 years go bye. I wish you all a lovely week!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
This might be extremely difficult but if you really want to drop some pounds, cut out all soda.....yes even diet. Soda is REALLY bad for you, if you drink a good amount of soda and cut it out, you will loose weight.
That's why I wanted to talk about procrastination. Man, it gets the best of us. Do you know that I have put off becoming certified for about 3.5 years!!!!! Can you believe this, what is wrong with me??? I've thought about it every day, and 3.5 years have gone bye. So I made the decision to just do it and I feel really good.
It's difficult to start new projects, all kinds of scary feelings come to surface. I know the hardest part to living a healthy lifestyle is just simply starting it. If you want to do something please I beg you today to start it. Take some small step towards it, don't let 3.5 years go bye. I wish you all a lovely week!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are, always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
This might be extremely difficult but if you really want to drop some pounds, cut out all soda.....yes even diet. Soda is REALLY bad for you, if you drink a good amount of soda and cut it out, you will loose weight.
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Take a few days off
I just walked in from the gym and let me tell you my legs are freakin killing me. I worked them out pretty hard today and incorporated a new exercise. My ankle is almost 100%, I've been patiently awaiting this exercise so I'm happy I was able to perform it.
Yesterday was my day off, I want to let you all know how absolutely necessary it is to take a few days off. I actually have a problem with this rule, but I'm working on it. My hero, Jillian Michaels, suggests two days off. If your a beginner you should start with taking 3 or even 4 days off. I usually only take 1 full day off, and if so, try to have an easy day in the week.
Taking a few days off is necessary for muscle recovery. If you don't let your muscles recover you are taking the risk of serious injury, and possible fatigue. Also, it's been known to burn people out and make them quit all together. As a fitness fanatic this is hard for me, but even I take a day or two off depending on my schedule.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
To stop binge eating keep healthy snacks on you at all times. One of my favorites is unsalted almonds. Trader Joe's sells them pre-packed, (Just a Handful of Raw Almonds), 13 packages come in a bag for about $6. I keep a bag in my car, gym bag, work bag, everywhere!!!
Yesterday was my day off, I want to let you all know how absolutely necessary it is to take a few days off. I actually have a problem with this rule, but I'm working on it. My hero, Jillian Michaels, suggests two days off. If your a beginner you should start with taking 3 or even 4 days off. I usually only take 1 full day off, and if so, try to have an easy day in the week.
Taking a few days off is necessary for muscle recovery. If you don't let your muscles recover you are taking the risk of serious injury, and possible fatigue. Also, it's been known to burn people out and make them quit all together. As a fitness fanatic this is hard for me, but even I take a day or two off depending on my schedule.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
To stop binge eating keep healthy snacks on you at all times. One of my favorites is unsalted almonds. Trader Joe's sells them pre-packed, (Just a Handful of Raw Almonds), 13 packages come in a bag for about $6. I keep a bag in my car, gym bag, work bag, everywhere!!!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
What's your sport?
Yesterday evening I took a really great pilates class. My friend, Melissa Darling, teaches at Pilates Plus, (corner of La Cienega and Melrose). I always try and support my friends, her classes are offered Weds. evenings, I was free yesterday evening, so I went. Melissa's class was great and my whole body hurts today! She is so energetic, skilled and kind........ she made the 40 minute class fly by.
After my butt workout this morning I received a message from Kelly and it got me thinking. Kelly is one of my best friends in LA, we are very different, yet really close. She is also into fitness, but in a much different way. Kelly enjoys contact sports. She teaches basketball, lacrosse, and is skilled in martial arts. We also have different body types. She is much taller and bigger boned than me. She's thin but she has this presence of being an incredibly strong woman. She's beautiful inside and out and I am lucky to have her in my life.
I'm not a big contact sport person, not very competitive. As you can read I'm more of a pilates/yoga/aerobics gal. Stop and think for a moment: What's your sport? What kind of person are you? What physical activity do you enjoy? Once you answer these questions, you'll know where to start!!!!!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Add color to your meals. Fruits and veggies rich in color have high nutritional value. Three of my favorites that I eat every day are: Blueberries (blue), Kale (green), and red bell pepper (red). Take a look at your dinner tonight and see if it's colorful, add some if it's lacking!
After my butt workout this morning I received a message from Kelly and it got me thinking. Kelly is one of my best friends in LA, we are very different, yet really close. She is also into fitness, but in a much different way. Kelly enjoys contact sports. She teaches basketball, lacrosse, and is skilled in martial arts. We also have different body types. She is much taller and bigger boned than me. She's thin but she has this presence of being an incredibly strong woman. She's beautiful inside and out and I am lucky to have her in my life.
I'm not a big contact sport person, not very competitive. As you can read I'm more of a pilates/yoga/aerobics gal. Stop and think for a moment: What's your sport? What kind of person are you? What physical activity do you enjoy? Once you answer these questions, you'll know where to start!!!!!
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Add color to your meals. Fruits and veggies rich in color have high nutritional value. Three of my favorites that I eat every day are: Blueberries (blue), Kale (green), and red bell pepper (red). Take a look at your dinner tonight and see if it's colorful, add some if it's lacking!
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Yoga
Just finished my date with Cathe Friedrich, (fitness program, DTV channel 261), and I'm feeling good. Yesterday was Yoga Tuesday, one of my favorite days of the week! I enjoy Yoga for many different reasons, it not only is a great way to strengthen your body, but for me it's very spiritual.
My instructor at Exhale, located in Venice CA, is truly gifted. I've taken MANY yoga classes with an array of different instructors and I've never felt the presence of someone like I do when I'm practicing with Joe Tastula. When I leave the studio I always feel completely at peace, and it's a great hour and a half work out. Joe has a special way of centering her students. Her class is open to all levels, and she encourages her students to take breaks when necessary. There is just something about her. When she's teaching it's as if she's a floating ray of light. Sounds cheesy........ but true. I LOVE HER!
With all the benefits yoga offers, it is one piece of my routine that I won't miss. Life is so stressful, and we are dealing with such hard economic times, it's nice to just shut down and breathe.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Yoga can get pretty pricey, most studios offer a class that is based on donation only. Call your local studio and see if one is offered. If not, check your cable stations. Direct TV offers Namaste Yoga in the mornings which is pretty good, also your local library should have DVDs to rent for free!!!
My instructor at Exhale, located in Venice CA, is truly gifted. I've taken MANY yoga classes with an array of different instructors and I've never felt the presence of someone like I do when I'm practicing with Joe Tastula. When I leave the studio I always feel completely at peace, and it's a great hour and a half work out. Joe has a special way of centering her students. Her class is open to all levels, and she encourages her students to take breaks when necessary. There is just something about her. When she's teaching it's as if she's a floating ray of light. Sounds cheesy........ but true. I LOVE HER!
With all the benefits yoga offers, it is one piece of my routine that I won't miss. Life is so stressful, and we are dealing with such hard economic times, it's nice to just shut down and breathe.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Yoga can get pretty pricey, most studios offer a class that is based on donation only. Call your local studio and see if one is offered. If not, check your cable stations. Direct TV offers Namaste Yoga in the mornings which is pretty good, also your local library should have DVDs to rent for free!!!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
The Human Garbage Can
Good afternoon! I just did a fantastic 15 minute ab workout, yoga later this evening. I've been incredibly busy and started feeling run down yesterday. My boyfriend is sick, (poor baby), to ensure I don't get sick I'm taking it easy the next few days. I'm also taking echinacea, a natural supplement that supports immune function.
I wanted to share a conversation I had with my sister last night on the phone. I want to let you all know I am tremendously proud of my sister. She has been battling weight issues since the third grade and she is winning this fight! She works hard at it every day and it shows. Yay Nay Nay!!!! Anyways, while we were talking she shared a conversation her nutritional therapist had with her.
Growing up I'm sure we all have heard someone tell us to clean our plates, not to waste food, etc. I don't agree with these statements. My sis' nutritional therapist once asked her, "Why are you the human garbage can"? What a great way of looking at something. You throw your unwanted or uneaten food away in the garbage, right? Why eat it all just to eat it and be the human garbage can????? This question alone has helped my sister keep her weight off and change her life.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Don't be a human garbage can.
P.S. I hope you are having a wonderful birthday Heathsta!!!!! xoxo
I wanted to share a conversation I had with my sister last night on the phone. I want to let you all know I am tremendously proud of my sister. She has been battling weight issues since the third grade and she is winning this fight! She works hard at it every day and it shows. Yay Nay Nay!!!! Anyways, while we were talking she shared a conversation her nutritional therapist had with her.
Growing up I'm sure we all have heard someone tell us to clean our plates, not to waste food, etc. I don't agree with these statements. My sis' nutritional therapist once asked her, "Why are you the human garbage can"? What a great way of looking at something. You throw your unwanted or uneaten food away in the garbage, right? Why eat it all just to eat it and be the human garbage can????? This question alone has helped my sister keep her weight off and change her life.
Thank you for reading and no matter what shape or size you are always love yourself!!!
xoxo
Michelle
TIP OF THE DAY:
Don't be a human garbage can.
P.S. I hope you are having a wonderful birthday Heathsta!!!!! xoxo
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