Look, I get it. It's been cold, you're busy and
you haven’t kept up with your New Year’s resolution and exercise is low man on
the totem pole of your the “to do” list.
I'm here to remind you of just how important
exercise is and how great it makes you feel. Let’s get you back on the track
and get you re-motivated to achieve those goals you set back in January.
These 5 Reasons to Motivate You will help you to
stick with your exercise routine so that you'll enter spring feeling energized
and excited.
There isn't a one-size-fits-all answer for
motivation, since different things motivate different people, so explore all 5
motivators below…
Motivator #1: Health
Have you looked at the long list of health
benefits that exercise delivers? Pretty impressive. Not only does exercise help
you achieve and maintain a healthy weight, it also helps lower bad cholesterol,
triglycerides, and blood pressure, while improving the amount of good
cholesterol in your body.
Additionally, exercise strengthens your bones and
muscles, lowers your risk of cancer, decreases stress, helps you battle
depression, and even improves your sex life.
Motivator #2: Enjoyment
If exercise hasn't been enjoyable for you, it's
time to find a way to make it fun. Everyone likes doing things they enjoy. You
might hate running but enjoy swimming or riding a bike. Perhaps you don't like
being alone and would rather be social. Try group exercise. Or maybe you don't like the idea of exercising with a
group, schedule some time with one of our personal trainers who will keep your training fresh and fun. Do what's most fun for
you and you'll be less likely to stop.
Motivator #3: Increased Confidence
If you're out of shape or overweight, it can take
a lot of courage to start an exercise routine. Remember to be confident in who
you are, no matter what size or shape. Don't compare yourself to the skinny,
toned figure strutting her stuff through the gym. Keep your eyes on your goal
and don't expect perfection after just a week of exercise. Strive to have your
best body—not someone else's.
Motivator #4: Goal Achievement
If you're just getting started in the world of
exercise, or if you've simply gotten stale, a good place to start is by setting
goals. How much weight would you like to lose? How far would you like to run?
Working towards a goal is a great motivator. However, don't set up for failure
by striving after unrealistic goals. Do this and you'll soon feel overwhelmed
and give up altogether. To avoid this, set realistic milestones. When you reach
them, enjoy your accomplishment and then set new goals to take your good health
even further. Hook up with our Health Coach to help you set realistic goals and get you started on a program to
improve your heath.
Motivator #5: Rewards
Rewards are a great motivator. In fact, much of
what you do in life is motivated by a reward of some kind, whether intrinsic or
extrinsic. When it comes to exercise, a good reward probably shouldn't be an
ice cream sundae, but it may be that swim suit you've been eyeing, or perhaps a
night out with friends. Maybe for you, weight loss and lowered blood pressure
are reward enough. Just know that your hard work is paying off and deserves to
be rewarded.
We would love to help you find the motivation to
create a healthier life for yourself and your family. Call or email today and
we’ll show you how simple it is to get started.
Together we will figure out exactly what
motivates you!
Only The Back Label Counts
Never, ever trust the claims on the front of a
food package. Claims like: heart healthy, whole grains, or fiber-filled are
often smoke and mirrors to prevent you from reading the actual ingredient list.
The real truth about a packaged food item is
hidden in the ingredient list on the BACK label, not in the bold claims on the
front.
Scan that ingredient list for high fructose corn
syrup, corn syrup, sugar, hydrogenated or partially-hydrogenated oils – if the
food contains these items then put it back and choose something healthier.
Chili Spiced Nuts
A bowl of these chili spiced nuts make a
fantastic appetizer or snack to serve at your Easter function. The spice combo
is so good, try not to eat them all before your guests arrive! A jar of these
would also make a wonderful hostess gift, free of preservatives or harmful ingredients.
Servings: 20
Here's what you need…
•
1 cup raw pecan halves
•
1 cup raw pepitas
•
1 cup shelled pistachios
•
1 cup raw almonds
•
3 Tablespoons coconut oil, melted
•
3 Tablespoons coconut sugar
•
1 teaspoon sea salt
•
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
•
1 teaspoon ground cumin
•
1 teaspoon chili powder
•
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
•
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly grease
a rimmed baking sheet with coconut oil.
2
In a large bowl combine all of the nuts with the
coconut oil. Toss to coat.
3
In another bowl, combine the remaining
ingredients. Mix well and then sprinkle over the nuts, mixing until fully
combined.
4
Spread the nuts over the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10 minutes, stir, and then bake for an additional 10 minutes until
golden and toasty.
Nutritional Analysis: One
serving equals: 168 calories, 14 fat, 78mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate, 3g fiber,
and 5g protein.
Call today for a consultation and fitness assessment
Phone: (219) 548-3480
Website: pumpsfitnessinc.com
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