What is your New Years Resolution? | Timothy Valentin
If you are like most people, your New Years resolution will either be "Get in Shape" or "Lose Weight" or both. A great resolution but unfortunately most people will fail.
New Years Resolution-Get some help.
Most people fail because they don't have a system to plug into or try to "Make it happen" all on their own. You can join Weight Watchers or Jenny Craig and improve your chances of success if you primary goal is weight loss but what if you also want to get FIT? You can team up with Beachbody, watch this short video to find out how Beachbody can help you to successfully lose weight and get fit--keep this year's resolution.
Most people are not fitness or nutrition experts and need help, especially when it comes to making changes to your current lifestyle. How do you make changes? What changes do you need to make? How do you keep motivated when the going gets tuff?
These are all questions that Beachbody has answers for and as a Beachbody coach I can help you with. Beachbody has a system for fitness and nutrition that you can easily plug into. A system that will lead you to success with your weight and fitness goals.
Tools to create your own custom meal plans, workout program and an active user community are part of this system.
You can access this system in three easy ways:
1. Join as a free club member. You won't get full access to everything Beachbody has to offer but the free membership will allow to start plugging into the system at no cost to you.
2. Sign up to be a regular club member. For a small weekly fee you will gain access to more of the features of Beachbody's online Gym, fitness and nutrition tools (build your own custom meal plan) and you will save 10% on all Beachbody products.
3.Finally you can elect to become a coach which will enable you to take full advantage of Beachbody's system and save 25% on all of you Beachbody purchases.
Help others...
One of the best things about being a Beachbody Coach is getting the opportunity to help others achieve their New Years Resolution.
If you are looking for help with yours resolution and need more info feel free to "click here for more info" or contact me at timvalentin@beachbodycoach.com.
Ever Wonder if those "Homebased Workouts" like P90X and Insanity really work? Can ordinary people actually see results. I have included a number of testimonials from people who got great results using these workouts.
Homebased Workouts-Testimonials
Coby Linder:
Coby knew he needed a change in his life. 5' 7" tall, and weighting 230 pounds he started working out with P90X, here is his story:
TIP! Weight training is vital in a well-rounded fitness program. While not every program needs to concentrate on building muscle mass like a pro weightlifter, some attention to weight training is necessary for every fitness regimen.
Deborah Baska:
Deborah shares her story of how Beachbody helped her become sober, gain a career she loves, and how it gave her freedom to work her own hours and be with her family.
TIP! Cardio training is another vital piece of the total fitness puzzle. Cardiovascular exercise - exercise that elevates the heart rate and respiration - burns fat, improves performance and contributes to overall health and fitness.
There are many more Beachbody success stories that you can checkout by using the link below. To get more information regarding about becoming a Beachbody Coach checkout this: Beachbody Coach Opportunity.
TIP! Schedule your time to workout the same way you schedule your important appointments. Your health and fitness are just as important to your life as your next doctor's appointment, so treat it the same way.
I have had great results using several of Beachbody's home workout programs: P90X, Insanity, and Les Mills Combat to list a few. Not only have I lost weight but I have learned a lot about physical fitness and eating healthy. I have been able to improve my fitness level and range of motion using various "homebased workouts" from Beachbody. I feel great and am in the best shape of my life.
TIP! When strength training for health and fitness, make sure that for each set of abdominal exercises you perform, you do a corresponding set of lower back exercises. This is an important tip to follow, because concentrating only on abdominal muscles and neglecting your back, can cause poor posture and chronic low back pain.
I am passionate about fitness and optimistic about my future. Beachbody is a great company and has a great product line that is helping thousands of people improve their lives both physically and financially. Contact me to see how you too can be a part of the Beachbody experience.
Hope to hear from you soon!
TIP! Working out twice a week for twenty minutes is the minimum, entry-level exercise plan for basic health and fitness. This low goal is a good starting point for inexperienced exercisers or those just coming out of a very unhealthy lifestyle.
Having problems losing weight? Maybe you are just making it too complicated? Here are a couple of simple tips that can help you drop the weight you have been working so hard to lose--at least without the "hard" part.
Simple tip #1 Drink more water
Yes, if you are dehydrated you will tend to eat more so make sure you are consuming enough water each day. You should drink half your body weight in ounces of water per day. So if you weight 120 pounds you should drink 60 ounces of water a day--at least. Drink more if you have been working out and sweating a lot.
Simple Tip #2-Eat just enough.
Do you eat until you are stuffed to the gills? Try eating smaller meals and walking away from the table feeling "Comfortable" and follow tip #1-drink more water. Eat your salad first to add roughage--try eating your salad dry to reduce the calories and add some color (Mandarin oranges, and roasted almonds). The roughage will help you to feel full so when you get to the main course you will not be inclined to eat as much.
Simple Tip #3-drop the junk!
Soda pop for the most part has no nutritional value at all and in many cases only provides a nutritional detriment to the consumer. The acids destroy the enamel in your teeth and the bubbly stuff can absorb calcium. If you are taking a calcium supplement and consuming a can of soda, you are more than likely wasting the money you spend on your supplements.
Since I struggle with hip and lower back pain, I am always looking for ways to reduce back and hip pain. I saw this article on Beachbody's blog "9 Yoga Stretches to Relieve Hip and Lower Back Pain" and I thought perfect! This is just what I was looking for.
I provide a brief summary of the article in this post but also include a link to the article.
These poses are relatively easy to do, you don't have to be extremely flexible to be able to take advantage of them.
The article identifies nine poses that you can do to reduce back and hip pain. They are:
Lizard Lunge
Bound Ankle Pose
Cow Face Pose
Pigeon Pose
Happy Baby
Fire Log Pose
Goddess Pose
Half Lord of the Fish Pose
Garland Pose
The article covers each of these poses in detail and has images depicting each post so you can see how they are done. I encourage you to check out this article especially if you are needing to reduce back and hip pain.
I’m Timothy Valentin, and I’m a Beachbody Coach. I’m looking for a core group of motivated people to join my team of Beachbody coaches. If you’ve seen success using Beachbody products, and you want to show others what it’s done for you, I urge you to take action and find your balance between physical and financial fitness. You really can make a full-time living out helping others achieve their dreams. I know because I’ve done it myself. Together, we can eliminate America’s obesity problem and help people reach their full potential.
Benefits Of Working With Me:
You get my expertise. I’ve learned a lot from my mistakes and successes. I don’t want you to make the same mistakes, but I do want you to have all the success. I have experience with over ten different Beachbody workout routines.
You get access to a growing market. Beachbody products keep getting more popular every year. You are taking advantage of a growing brand.
I’ll keep you in shape. I do not allow my partners to fail. If you stumble, I’ll help you dust yourself off and get moving again.
Watch this short video to hear my story about being a BeachBody Coach.
Real Results:
You already know what P90X, Shakeology, and Insanity can do to make you physically fit. Just wait till you see what they can do for your financial fitness. These are a life-changing products that sell themselves. You are taking part in a worldwide transformation.
Real Benefits:
Not only have I gotten into the best shape of my life as a Beachbody Coach, but I’ve helped to touch the lives of countless others by helping them get into the best shape of their lives. By doing such I’ve been able to go from a part time income to a full time income and I now work from the comfort of my home.
Real Training:
You aren’t going to know everything up front, and that’s okay. I’ve got plenty of starter resources for you. You can hone your skills with over 2.5+ hours of online videos and training modules. This is a great way to start because you can do it at your own pace. And of course, you’ve always got me, your number one training resource.
Business Basics. You’ll learn how to setup your website, get compensated for your efforts, and make the most of all the online resources such as Teambeachbody.com
Core Skills. I’ve put together a set of the core skills you need to have in order to be a successful Beachbody Coach. You’ll get training on all of them.
To be successful, you have to be unique and you have to partner with someone who has already achieved real success.
What You Get When You Join My Team Of Beachbody Coaches
Here’s a list of all the benefits to joining our team as a “Beachbody Coach”-
My proven expertise. You’ll learn as much as you want from me, your personal success coach. I know the in’s and out’s of our business and I’ll help you to avoid the pitfalls that I encountered when I got started.
My availability. I do this full time so you’re going to get my 100% support to see that you succeed. Call me anytime you like at 507-301-1578.
Training for success. You’ll have exclusive access to a training system that will hold you by the hand and walk you through the steps to get going as a successful Beachbody Coach. I know what it takes to be a successful Beachbody Coach.
Weekly training sessions. I’ll keep you up to date with my webinars and online training sessions. You’ll stay on top of the business like never before.
Coaches will join you. Once you join my team, you can start building your own team of Beachbody Coaches. I’ll help you bring new coaches onboard.
The chance to work with a successful Diamond Beachbody Coach.
Access to a proven system. As Team Beachbody grows, your customer base grows. You’re tapping into something that’s already been built.
Success Stories!!
What Is A Beachbody Coach?
Beachbody Coaches are motivators. You will transform lives by motivating people to do what they previously thought impossible. You will be there when your customers need support and leadership to get results. You will help them shatter their own expectations and achieve the body of their dreams.
Beachbody Coaches are products of the product. What that means is that you use the programs and products for yourself. How do you expect to be able to help others achieve their health and fitness goals with our products if you don’t use them for yourself? You can’t! At the very minimum you need to get on Shakeology autoship and use that each month.
Beachbody Coaches are a link to a greater network. You will give your customers access to peer support. Research shows that people are more willing to commit to an exercise regimen when they are working with others toward the same goal. You will function as the bridge between your customer and others who wish to live a healthier, happier lifestyle.
Who Should Become A Beachbody Coach?
Someone who wants to commit to a healthier lifestyle
Someone who loves to help others
Someone who wants discounts on Beachbody products
Someone who wants to stay motivated to get in shape
Someone who has seen results with the Beachbody program
Who Should Not Become A Beachbody Coach?
Someone who has no desire to get in shape
Someone who has no desire to help others get fit and healthy
What’s The Benefits To Becoming A Beachbody Coach?
Get paid to stay in shape. How cool is that? As a Beachbody Coach we get paid to get fit and healthy ourselves and to help others do the same.
Get a 25% discount on all products. The same products you know and love will be yours for 25% off of retail. A lot of people become Beachbody coaches for this reason alone.
No inventory. As a Beachbody Coach you won’t have to stock your garage full of toilet paper, lotion, makeup, or laundry detergent. Team Beachbody handles all of the inventory so you can focus on helping people and growing your business.
Access to a growing market of customers. Did you know that Beachbody spends around $90 to $125 million a year on infomercials, radio, and print advertising? Our name is everywhere, and millions have gotten great results with our programs. Most of the people you approach won’t need to be sold on us. They’ll have already heard of us, making your job as a Beachbody Coach much easier.
No special education required. You don’t need to be a personal trainer, nutrition expert, bodybuilder, or fitness model. You don’t even need to have completed one of our workout programs. You do though have to have a genuine desire to get fit and healthy and to help others do the same.
Awesome tax deductions. As a Beachbody Coach you’re considered an Independent Contractor so you can take advantage of some incredible tax benefits.
What’s The Startup Cost To Becoming A Beachbody Coach?
In short, a lot less than it costs to start up a lot of businesses.
As a Beachbody Coach there’s a one-time sign up fee of $39.95. This covers the cost for your Game Plans Tool kit to get you up and going. It’s then $14.95 per month thereafter to cover the cost to maintain and to keep your Bachbody Coach websites up and going. Here’s a screenshot of what your Beachbody Coach websites look like-
You’ll also need to at the minimum get on Shakeology auto ship so that you can use it for yourself, give out samples, and maintain your active status as a Coach.
So total start up costs to get going is about $129 which is dirt cheap to get a business going.
How Can I Get The Sign Up Fee Waived And Save The Most Money?
Beachbody recently introduced what they call “Challenge Packs.” This allows a new Beachbody Coach to get going with Shakeology and a fitness program of their choice.
The awesome thing about the Challenge Packs is that they not only include your Shakeology and a fitness program, but it also includes-
FREE Game Plan Tools Kit (the $39.95 to sign up as a Coach is $0 with a Challenge Pack)
FREE Shakeology Shipping For Life
FREE 30 day trial to the Team Beachbody Club Membership
FREE shipping with ALL Challenge Packs
This IS the smartest way to get going as a Beachbody Coach and will save you the most money. You’ll save $25 up to $44 depending on which pack that you choose.
The cost for the Challenge Packs range from $160 to $205. They’re a total bargain and this is the best way to get going as a Beachbody Coach.
Do I Have To Continue Buying Stuff As A Beachbody Coach?
No, but if you’re serious about finding success as a Beachbody Coach then you’ll at least need to stick with Shakeology autoship and use it each month. That will allow you to benefit from it for your own personal nutrition, and you’ll have samples that you can share with people.
If you take action based on the training that we give you, then you’ll easily be able to have your Shakeology paid for and even turn a profit your first month. You have to be willing though to put in the work to accomplish that. This isn’t a get rich quick scheme where you’re going to make millions of dollars overnight. It’s a real business that takes time, hard work, and dedication to build up.
Still Not Sure If This Beachbody Coach Thing Is For You?
Hey, no problem! This is an important decision for you to make, and quite frankly I only want people to join our team who absolutely want to help us end the trend of obesity while working on their own health and fitness.
However, if you’re an action taker and absolutely see an opportunity like I did, then don’t wait. Secure your spot on our team now. Click the link below to go to the Beachbody Coach Application and we’ll get you rockin!
Call me if you have questions!(507) 301-1578
timothy@timothyvalentin.com
Team Beachbody® does not guarantee any level of success or income from the Team Beachbody Coach Opportunity. Each Coach’s income depends on his or her own efforts, diligence, and skill. See our Statement of Independent Coach Earnings for the most recent information on the actual incomes of all our Coaches.
Improving Your Lifestyle: With Fitness | Timothy Valentin
Improving your lifestyle with fitness requires three things, dedication to your goals, a willingness to change your life, and a plan. Without a plan, it's too easy to quit your new lifestyle when things get hard. The following information will help you in creating your plan of action on the road to being physically fit.
Read the full article here: http://timothyvalentin.com/improving-your-lifestyle
"Improving your lifestyle" with fitness requires you to have goals, create a plan and set up workout routines that will help you achieve your goals. Beachbody workouts can make that a no brainer. Contact me @timothy@timothyvalentin.com to find out more or click here to check out my Beachbody website.
Exercise Afterburnor EPOC (Excess Post-Exercisce Oxygen Consumption) refers to the body's need for more oxygen after exercise. EPOC effect is most prevalent within 3 hours (depends on study some show the effect lasting over 30 hours) after exercise, there is a distinctly measurable increase in oxygen intake by the body. This is the body's attempt to restore things back to "normal" after exercise.
Exercise Afterburn
In order for the body to return to a "resting state" hormones must be rebalanced, fuel store replenished, and cells repaired. The increased intake of oxygen is also necessary to convert the lactic acid that formed during exercise back to pyruvic acid.
Another purpose of EPOC is to fuel the body's increase metabolism due to the increase in body temperature that occurred during exercise.
So How do you increase the EPOC effect?
Anaerobic exercise has been shown to increase the EPOC effect dramatically. Participants in this type of exercise demonstrated an increase in fat burned while consuming fewer calories--you get more bang for your buck.
The Les Mills Combat exercise program takes advantage of this phenominon by using "High Intensity Interval Training--HIIT." During each workout you will experience peaks and valleys in the intensity of the exercise.
I used this program to drop over 10 pounds in 60 days and get in the best shape of my life. Lots of variety and lots of fun! I love it and highly recommend it to all of my friends and customers.
Are you dealing with injuries? I have been dealing with a knee injury for the last six months and have finally gotten it to a point where are can start doing some of my favorite workout activities. I ran across this video from Beachbody and thought that is was very timely and decided to share it with you.
I could have used some of this advice about six months ago but better late that never. The video also covers some diet considerations as well as what workouts you can do.
My recovery
For me I waited about 3 months after the injury before I broke down and visited my doctor. He basically grabbed my leg and said "Does this hurt?" Yes!! was my answer.
The long and short of it is he told me not to do a martial arts workout (Les Mills Combat) but to ride bike and go for walks.
I would go for walks of about 2 miles and when finished wrap the knee in ice to keep the swelling down. I found that bike riding was less stressful on my knee, so I decided to do more of that.
Eventually my knee started to get stronger and now I am able to take a full stride when I walk and I have started up my Les Mills Combat workouts again. I am not going at it quite as intensely as I was before but I am a week into and the knee still feels good and seems to be getting stronger.
Dealing with injuries: Changes in my routines
I injured my knee doing Yoga, switching between positions, something I normally have no problem doing. It was just one of those freak injuries. Then I got careless and injured the knee further operating my snowblower last winter, I could hardly walk. I used ice, heat, ibuprofen and a knee brace to make it through my day.
Now that I am nearing full recovery, I have increased the amount of stretching that I do to make sure my muscles and joints are ready for action and so far so good. I have finished my first week of Les Mills Combat and have had some soreness but the knee is holding up.
I hope the video gives you some ideas on how you can deal with your injuries. My advice to you, be patient and do plenty of stretching (or even some foam rolling).
I love flexible workouts, some days I have a little more time and would like to get in a longer workout. This is one of the things that I like most about the 10 Minute Trainer workout program developed by Tony Horton for Beachbody.
Each Segment is 10 Minutes Long
Each workout in the ten minute trainer workout system is, well, 10 minutes long. It does come with a workout schedule so if you don't like to make up your own schedule. You can elect to run all workouts on each disc or just an individual workout. You can also run a quick 2 minute warm up and cool down before and after each workout.
Tony Horton's training style come through each workout so I you like P90X but cannot handle the intensity, give the 10 minute trainer a try. You can purchase it here: 10 Minute Trainer.
I am in my "Man Cave" watching the movie Thor and wondering what it takes to be a super fit super hero--"fit as a Marvel Comic Book Hero?" Granted the actors playing the parts aren't super heroes themselves but they need to look the part, after all there is only so much you can do with Photoshop.
What it takes
There are two components to getting in great shape, exercise and diet. First exercise, intense workouts as long a 2.5 to three hours per day consisting of weight training, cardio and almost always some form of martial art.
As for diet, not just eating right but adding in supplements to ensure proper nutrition so the body can meeting the demands of a rigorous workout schedule.
Any fitness plan
As with the super hero, us everyday average people need exercise and proper nutrition to maintain a healthy lifestyle. You may not engage in the demanding workout programs as some of these stars do but you do need to match up your diet to your workout.
Fad diets
I have seen may Fad diets come and go. People on them have had limited success but often find that they cannot maintain status guo. Make sure whatever plan you come up with is something you can stick with.
Beachbody workouts
One of the things I like most about Beachbody's workout programs is they come with a meal plan that is design to provide the nutrition that your body needs. Great workouts paired with the proper nutrition equals great results.
My Favorite Workouts
Les Mills Combat and P90X3 are my two favorite workout programs. They combine all of the components of the rigorous programs used by the superheros but are designed for the "Mortal" humans like you and me.
Maximize Internet Marketing Success: As more people have gained access to the Internet, online advertising has become more important than ever. If you aren't sure how to go about this, use the information provided in this article. Utilize them in addition to your current marketing plan.
Always think about different ways to advertise and market your website. There are many options for free and low-cost ad techniques, such as on a blog or your social networking site. There are lots of ways to attract visitors to your site. Just get creative!
Maximize Internet Marketing Success-stay current
TIP! Regular blogging can really infuse your internet marketing with success. A continuing blog also stands as testament to the enduring value of your products.
You need to be able to take advantage of all the software advancements that happen to be a successful Internet marketer. Neglecting to remain current undermines your clients' confidence in your capabilities. Show them that you stay current with it, and they will respect your products and decisions.
Offer information your customers can use if you want to build an online following. A simple digital billboard featuring your hours of operation, address and toll free number is simply not going to garner you much business. Through adding content such as articles or reviews, you ensure your customers that you know your business and industry.
Best Juicing Tips: It is well known in nutrition circles that that the juice of fruits and vegetable are good for overall health. Juicing can improve your life in many ways, from boosting your energy to making your heart healthier. Use the following tips to be more successful in your juicing efforts.
Dark leafy greens benefit from the addition of a cucumber when juicing. Some leafy greens do not taste good. Cucumber can mask the taste and also add a refreshing twist to your juice. Using the cucumber with the peel on will also add extra nutrition to your drink.
If you are juicing due to a health concern, start with dark green veggies as the base for your juice. Dark vegetables, including broccoli, chard or spinach, should constitute as much as 75 percent of your juices. You can use strawberries or another sweet fruit to even it out and to make sure that it’s a great-tasting mix.
If juicing is part of your health regimen, the best ingredients to juice include green veggies like spinach, broccoli, kale, chard and other such vegetables. To get the most benefits, use at least 50% green vegetables in your juice drink. To add more flavor to your green vegetable juice add other vegetables or fruit. Fruit juices may taste sweeter, but compared to green veggies, they come at a steep price in sugar and calories, meaning they’re not as healthy.
You can use juice as a meal replacement. This will make a lot of sense when you look at the large amount of food that you will need to create a single glass of juice. Treating juice as a meal replacement allows your body to quickly absorb nutrients into your bloodstream.
You probably already knew that juicing vegetables and fruits can work wonders for your overall health. Apply these tips and start experimenting with your juicer to create new and interesting flavors. There’s never been a better time to add juicing to your daily life.
Hope you enjoyed the "Best Juicing Tips" listed here, feel free to leave a comment
Need to get in shape, go for a walk! These days most people spend most of their time sitting at their desks or laying on their couches for long periods of time. The average American spends about 56 hours per week just sitting. You need to move. One of the best ways to get in shape is to take a short walk during lunch. Just to move a bit each day.
Benefits of walking
Even if you workout daily--moderate to vigorous--you still will need to get up and move. It is not healthy to sit for long periods of time. Even if you are doing moderate exercise you are at a higher risk of "mortality" if you spend long hours sitting--that is where walking comes in. For your lunch break go for an extended walk to get yourself moving and reduce the amount of time that you are sitting.
A regular "brisk" walk can help you to:
Maintain a healthy weight
Prevent or manage various conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes
Strengthen your bones
Lift your mood
Improve your balance and coordination
Get ready to Go for a Walk
So what to you need to do before you start walking?
Get a good pair of shoes.--If you walk at night make sure you wear light and reflective clothing so you can be easily seen. Also, take a flashlight with.
Stretch, do a few quick stretches before you start out.
Warm up, start out my walking slowing and after about 10 minutes pick up the pace. ( if you prefer you can do some stretches after you have warmed up a bit)
Cool down. Do a few stretches to help your muscles from getting stiff and keep/improve your range of motion.
Remember you need to move so "Go for a walk!" Today!
Yes, it's Springand it is time to get of the couch and hit the trails. My daughter and I engaged in our favorite warm weather workout--a long ride on our tandem bike.
It's Spring, time for a ride!
My daughter Shana was born with Down Syndrome. I still remember when the doctor walked into the recovery room, I had my new born daughter in my arms and he announced "Well it looks like you have a Downsy." I asked, "what does that mean?" The doctor explained it this way, "she will be as tall as an eight year old, as smart as a 6 year and die before she reaches 20." What a thing to hear on you first day as a new parent.
Well sometimes doctors are wrong! Especially in this case. Yes, Shana is short, I don't think is quite five feet tall and she doesn't talk a whole lot but she reads well and she remembers everything. She is smart in her own way. ( she is also quite to practical joker) And oh yeah, she turns 21 this year!
The challenge for us as parents was to figure out what Down Syndrome was, and how best to help our daughter get the most of her life.
The Challenge
Down Syndrome people tend to have low muscle tone and low metabolism, so the challenge is--how to do create a meal and exercise program to combat these limitations?
I will cover the meal plans later, for now, let's talk about the exercise program. We take Shana on long walks - 2 to 3 miles long and bike rides. We go up to 13 miles per trip. She absolutely loves the tandem bike.
We didn't start with the tandem bike, once she was old enough we tried to get her to ride a bike with training wheels. As long as we (her mom and I) were along side her she was fine. We even gave her bike lessons, didn't go.
Then we got a three wheeled bike. Great! she loved it we would get on the trail and she would pedal away. Problem: hills, and other people on the trail. She would steer okay but would just keep going and run into people and she really could figure out the brakes so down hill was a problem. Solution: I tied a rope to the bike and myself. I became the brakes. The problem, I can only run so far and so fast and eventually I could not keep up with her.
Next, the tandem bike, great but will she like it? That is what were wondering. Yes. It now has become her favorite past time and a great way for her to stay in shape. Winter time she rides a stationary bike but summertime we are on the tandem together hitting the trails.
The point, the first solution doesn't always work, be persistant and keep looking for solutions, you will eventually find one that works for you.
Do you know someone with special needs or requires a special workout program? Leave me a comment below I would love to hear from you. hey It's Spring so hit those trails and take in some of that sunshine.
Avoid Stress, easier said than done? Many people are experiencing unavoidable and unwanted stress these days, and it is not only unpleasant but can also be detrimental to health. If you are one of those people who are going through a stressful time, read on for facts to help you better understand your stress, and tips to help you overcome it.
For sounds that can soothe your stressful day, get a table-top fountain. The sound of running water is therapeutic in calming the mind. These fountains come in all sizes and can be conveniently placed on a table at home or in the office. So whenever you feel stressed out, just have some quiet time and listen to you mini-waterfall.
A lot of your stress is directly caused by the food that you put in your mouth. To limit the stress level in your life, cut back on the caffeine and coffee that you drink on a daily basis. This will make you feel calmer inside so that you can maximize how you feel.
Monitor your stress. Stress that becomes excessive to the point where it takes a toll on your daily life can frequently lead to depression. To avoid getting to this point, try to eliminate as much stress from your life as possible. Learn to say 'no' to others, and be sure to surround yourself with positive people and things. Try to use humor as a coping skill, as research indicates that this helps to reduce stress.
Think of a calm scene. Simply placing your thoughts on a calm beach or a cozy fireplace can be enough to destress a situation to make it more bearable. This works because it distracts your mind, but also because it helps you recreate the good feelings you feel about the relaxing scene.
If you have a lot of stress in your life, plant a garden. This will give you something to look forward to every day and a hobby to get your mind off of the difficult things at work or school. Watch your garden grow to reduce your overall level of anxiety.
A great tip for managing the stress in your life, is to create a mantra that you can repeat whenever you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stressed. A good mantra is a great way to affirm positive feelings and get rid of any self doubt that you may have about yourself.
Sit back and try guided imagery. This is when you close your eyes and picture yourself in the most calming surroundings. This has to be a place where you would feel calm and relaxed and not have distractions all around you. Picture every small detail of your quiet place and concentrate on them. You will feel much better in a few minutes.
Now that you are equipped to better handle the stresses of your everyday life, you have the ability to steadfastly remain calm under pressure and resilient under fire. This will help you greatly as you move forward with your life, in pursuit of the things that best bring you the most joy. "Avoid Stress," as easy as pie...
Eat Right Stay Healthy with Shakeology, that is what I have been doing for almost two years. When I added Shakology to my diet it make eating right a much easier task.
Eat Right Stay Healthy,
Early on in my quest for better health and fitness, I realized that would need more than just a good workout program. I would need to have a good nutrition program as well. I added Shakeology,
Since I started drinking Shakeology, I have all but stopped taking antacid medications. The probiotics that are in Shakeology have solved my digestion problems. I was getting concerned that I was taking too many antacid tablets but I don't have that worry. I have also found my energy levels to be more consistent, I don't have days where I feel tired and run down all day long.
Yup, I had nothing to lose by trying Shakeology and everything to gain, and so do you. Why? Beachbody has a 30 day "bottom of the bag" guarantee. I you don't like Shakeology or if by some chance it doesn't agree with you, return the bag for a refund. Nothing to lose.
On the other hand, there is plenty to lose by not trying Shakeology--your health! Overtime Shakeology can help you stay healthier and avoid a very expensive medical bill. I my case, I no longer need to buy antacid tablets which were costing me about $40 per month (yeah I was using them a lot).
Yeah Shakeology has a cost, it amounts about the same as a Starbucks Latte ($4.00 per day), but what is better health worth to you? If you are having health issues you at least owe it to yourself to try Shakeology (remember you have nothing to lose). If you are on prescription medications make sure you check with our doctor. I have included a link below where you can go to find out more about Shakelogy, cost, ingredients and how to order.
The bottom line is I use Shakelogy because I like it and I helps me to "Eat Right Stay Healthy!"
Is Les Mills Combat for you? Have you been looking for a new workout routine that will help you get in shape but is a bit different from you everyday run of the mill workout? You really should check out Les Mills Combat.
Les Mills Combat workout
I used the workout for my last Beachbody Challenge that I completed and I managed to lose a whole 1o pounds in just 60 days. This program will keep you sweating whether you are doing a 30 minute workout or one of the extreme 55 minute workouts. You would think that you could get into punching and kicking that much but the Les Mills trainers can really bring it on. They are enthusiastic and you can tell they really love this workout.
The training team uses techniques from several different Martial Art disciplines in various combinations to create a workout that is never dull, a workout that as you get more fit it will actually get harder be causes you will bring more intensity and burn more calories. Awesome!
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It's Spring Cleaning Timefor your body! Yes, your body and why not? You clean your house carpet, yard shed, garage and your car why not clean your body and get ready for spring?
Spring Cleaning Time
So just how do you go about cleaning your body? You can of course just take a shower but I am not talking about cleaning the outside but the inside of your body. Watch the video below to find out how Beachbody's Ultimate Reset can help cleanse your body.
Why is this different?
As you get older your body, over time, get exposed to more and more toxins. Most "Cleansing" products just flush your digestive system, Ultimate Reset is much more. It is a complete system that doesn't just doesn't "Flush" you out but helps to remove the toxins that are embedded in your cells. AND it works!
In just 21 days, the Ultimate Reset can help you gently restore your body to its original factory settings,to help you:
Have more energy and greater focus*
Experience better digestion and a more positive mood*
First off, what are Neti Pots? Well, Neti Pots are small kettles used to irrigate nasal passages. You fill the Neti pot with distilled water, add some saline to it and pour the water in one nostril and have it come out the other. The intent here is not to gross you out but to explain how they are used. The saline water flows through the sinuses and rinses away the pollen and other foreign particulates that cause sinus infections and allergies. So that's the therory.
Ok a little more about how to use Neti Pots
Neti pots look like a small tea kettle and are used as nasal rinsing devices. You fill them with distilled (luke warm) water, add saline or salt and proceed pour the water through your nasal passages and sinuses.
As to how often you should do this? It depends a bit on how severe your allergies are, some people will use the Neti Pot or other nasal irrigation device daily while other find they only need to use it about three times a week. You may have to experiment with one a little bit to see what will work for you.
Always use distilled, sterile or previously boiled water to prevent getting an infections from contaminated water. Mix in about 1 teaspoon of salt with 16 ounces ( a pint) of water. Some people will add some baking soda to reduce the irritation affects of the salt but that is not required.
If you experience some irritation with using the Neti Pot, you can reduce the amount of salt, lower the temperature of the water or use the pot less frequently.
Care of the Neti Pot
Make sure you thoroughly clean your Neti or other irrigation device after each use. Some people have gotten brain infections from using a contaminated device--so be careful!
Most devices will come with instructions on how to use them. You can also ask your ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat doctor) for advice on how or if you should use a Neti.
In general Neti Pots are safe but you need to take care of them so they will take care of you.
Where can you get a Neti Pot?
Neti pots are pretty easy to find. You can Google "Neti Pot" and find an online source or you can stop by your local drug or health food store. They usually cost between $10 and $20. Some will come with a saline mix that you can use instead of salt.
Keeping Allergies At Bay...Do you avoid activity, play, pets and everything else under the sun in an effort to keep your allergies under control? Stop living a life so restricted by allergies! Learn what you can do to alleviate the dreadful symptoms that prevent you from participating in life with the following article.
Keeping Allergies at Bay, some tips for you!
Stay away from small flowers that do not have a lot of color. These flowers are the ones that tend to bother allergies. Larger, brighter flowers, such as the ones that bees and hummingbirds are attracted to, tend to be non-allergenic, so you should be okay around these kinds of flowers.
It may be tempting to move elsewhere to try to avoid the allergens that are causing your allergies. When this thought crosses your mind, remember that the most common allergy causing plants (grass and ragweed) are found everywhere. So a move to a different climate may not help your situation.
Ensure that you clean your bed sheets on a weekly basis. This is important, because any number of airborne allergies as well as items that you track in can harvest in your bed. You do not want to be exposed to these items, especially with the amount of time spent in bed.
Do you love PB and J? The problem with a PB and J sandwich is that it may not be all that nutritious.
First off, peanut butter has a lot of calories, one serving about 2 Tbsp. has about 188 calories and 16 grams of fat. Now add your favorite jam or jelly to the mix and you have added a few spoonfuls of sugar your snack--it is getting less healthier by the ingredient. Let's not stop there, what if pick the wrong type of bread to go with that sandwich. A nice thick slide of white bread made with bleached and enriched flour! OK, should we stop there?
The Challenge--how to make it healthier?
Ok now let's see how we can do better.
Change up the ingredients just a little bit:
1. Use an all natural peanut butter, one that doesn't have all that added sugars, preservatives.
2. Look for a jam (or Jelly) that is made with fruit juice instead of sugar, stay away from the ones that have high fructose corn syrup.
3. Get some decent bread. Look for a nice "Whole Grain" bread ( or even better sprouted grain).
Ok, you can go ahead and "love PB and J again!"
Tasty PB and J with Shakeology recipe:
Total Time: 5 min. Prep Time: 5 min. Cooking Time: None Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients:
½ cup water
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
¼ cup red grapes
2 tsp. all-natural peanut butter
1 cup ice
Preparation:
1. Place water, almond milk, Shakeology, grapes, peanut butter, and ice in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.
Suffering from allergies is not uncommon, and some people are affected by them more than others are. Do not allow allergy triggers to rule your life, instead, learn to manage your allergy symptoms so you can breathe easy. Read this guide for strategies on how to effectively deal with your allergies the right way.
You might want to open up your windows whenever the weather is beautiful in order to save some money on your electricity bill. Opening your windows can lead to allergic reactions. Therefore, you should make sure your air conditioner has a HEPA filter. This filter will decrease indoor allergens. The HEPA filter is a great way to ensure that you can breathe easily in your own home.
TIP! If you can choose, do not put any carpeting or big rugs in your home. Rugs and carpeting are often never really clean, even if they look like they are.
During the periods of really nice weather, you may be inclined to crack open the windows at home in order to save some money on expensive air conditioning costs. This could cause allergens to enter your home. You should try to find a HEPA filter to put on your AC. This type of filter is great for capturing multitudes of those allergen particles. Although it may not seem quite as fresh, you will benefit from easier breathing.
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You probably know quite a bit about organic foods, whether you have read about them, or noticed them at your local supermarket. It's usually easy to distinguish the organic items from the others. These have different packages and cost a bit more. Read this article to learn how to create your very own organic garden.
Your children will enjoy the experience of working with you in the organic garden. The benefits for your children will be a closer bond with nature and an understanding of where food comes from.
If little ones live in your home, consider including everbearing strawberries in the garden plot. Children will be more willing to help you if they can pluck their own fruit from the garden.
One way to help your organic garden thrive is to leave an undeveloped area that is conducive to the wildlife around your area. As the natural wildlife begins to flourish, the various insects, birds, and other natural life around will all blend together and actually assist your garden as it begins to grow.
If you are planning to grow plants within the house, the temperature should be maintained between 65 and 75 degrees within the daylight hours. They need the temperature to be that warm so that they can grow. If you think it would not be comfortable to keep your residence that warm in the winter, consider purchasing a heat lamp to use on the plants.
Pine can make a great mulch. A number of plants commonly grown in garden settings do best in an acidic soil. If you have these plants in your garden, keep them healthy by using pine needles as mulch. Using several inches of needles to cover your beds provides acid for the soil as they begin to decompose.
Coffee Grounds
Use coffee grounds on your soil. Coffee grounds are filled with nitrogen, that is a nutrient required by plants. Plants need an adequate nitrogen source in order to thrive. Adding coffee grounds, chemical fertilizer, or diluted urea to your soil increases the soil's nitrogen content and will help to make your plants grow faster, taller and healthier.
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