Month: May 2018

Meeting Your Goals: As Easy as 1, 2, 3

You gotta love the number 3. Why, you ask?

  1. We can wrap our arms around this wily number and be a superstar of action.
  2. We are not overwhelmed by focusing on three items. Three just isn’t complicated.
  3. The combination of three is a powerful one. It helps us to understand the full scope of what we’re about to undertake. I often use the power of three when talking about my business: Live Well. Eat Well. Be Well.

So…taking all of this into consideration, I’ve set some goals for myself for the month of June. And…no surprise here…the number three is prominently involved.

My three goals for June:

  1. 30 minutes of cardio every day. I’ve been on vacation this week and have a head start on this one. Setting this as a goal will keep me moving in a positive direction.
  2. Start each day with a glass of water and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. I’ve wanted to explore apple cider vinegar for a while. Now is the time.
  3. Drink 64 ounces of water every day. I’ve not been paying much attention to my water intake. It’s a goal, so it has moved up in my priority list.

Some practices I’ll put in place to ensure that I’ll meet these goals:

  1. Make SMART goals. Setting myself up for success is a key element for achieving those SMART goals.
  2. Put an accountability system in place. I’ll be checking in with someone EVERY day – this is a 30-day limited frame remember – who will encourage me to do whatever it takes to stay on track to meet these goals.
  3. Write them down on my calendar – this helps with committing to achieving goals. They become more real and attainable.

If you’ve been thinking about making a few lifestyle changes, now is the time. When you feel like you’re losing momentum:

  1. Connect with your accountability person / team for support.
  2. Listen to the Jackson 5’s ABC.
  3. Take one small step toward one goal, and push those doubts aside.

Let me know what you’re changing up, what challenges you face, and how you plow through those challenges.

Meeting Your Goals: As Easy as 1, 2, 3 was last modified: May 31st, 2018 by Deb Nelson

Stay on Track with Your Exercise Program on Mother’s Day Weekend

Mother’s Day weekend presents a challenge and plenty of opportunity to stay on track with your walking / jogging / running program:

Challenge: you might be traveling to a family event, or cooking for or hosting a family event which could leave you with less time than you usually have for your exercise routine. Never fear – there is no need for your exercise program to get derailed!!

Opportunity:

Make a game out of getting some exercise time in:

Got kids? Head outside with them – you’ll get some walking / jogging / belly laughing done in no time!!

Got kids and want to have some time to yourself? Ask a spouse, parent, friend to watch them for a half hour.

Go for a walk or jog while your guests clean up the kitchen.

If you’re traveling, go for a walk when you arrive to stretch your legs after sitting in the car.

If you’re traveling, leave early enough to take a detour to a park or beach where you can get a walk in.

Get up a half hour early to get outside and clear your head and get your steps in.

Saturday will probably be a soggy day – I’ll pretend I’m on vacation. Rain never stops me from getting outside when I’m on vacation.

Lots of sun on Sunday – can you go to the beach for a walk / jog / run? Go solo or bring your family and friends.

Remind yourself WHY your exercise program is important to you.

Consistency in your exercise program is key. Exercising three times a week can make a significant difference in your health. Already exercise three times a week? Up the challenge: go for five times a week. 

Keep boredom away! Shake up your program by:

Doing some speed work – sprint from one telephone pole to the next; walk it out and sprint again when you’re recharged.

Embracing hill work – yup, charge up that hill. Again. Again. Again.

Adding in a different type of exercise: cycling, yoga, weight training, swimming — whatever piques your interest.

Getting your steps / miles in at a new location.

Bringing a friend, family member, colleague with you.

Making your walk / jog a working meeting.

Congrats to you for making your health a priority. As always, drop me an email if I can help you stay on track or get you back on track.

Have a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend that supports your exercise program!

Stay on Track with Your Exercise Program on Mother’s Day Weekend was last modified: May 11th, 2018 by Deb Nelson