Does it seem like when you set out to change, make healthy lifestyle changes, something always happens to set you back? Well, I have experienced this many times. Sometimes I mess up by eating food that I know is not good for me. And when it comes to following an exercise routine, I do good for a time, then I start slacking. In order to make change we must realize … [Read more...] about When Change is a Struggle
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Prepare for Success, Now (new year goals/resolutions)
This year is quickly coming to a close. Soon many will make New Year's resolutions or set goals for the new year. The time is now for you to begin setting the goals that you want to reach for the new year. Don't wait until December 31, 2012 to begin setting goals, start planning now, how you will reach those goals today. Waiting until the last-minute to set your … [Read more...] about Prepare for Success, Now (new year goals/resolutions)
Don’t Ever Give Up Before You Try
There are people who are trying to lose weight, change their diets, get fit or simply try something new. I am one of those persons, trying something new and one part of me wants to give up before I give the new challenge a try, but I cannot do that, because if I do not try, how will I ever know if I can succeed with the new challenge. There are many reasons why you … [Read more...] about Don’t Ever Give Up Before You Try
Health and Fitness Motivational Quotes
I don't know about you, but when I need some motivation, I refer to words, phrases, and pictures to give me a little pep. If you are a regular reader of this blog, then you know that from time to time, I share motivational and inspirational quotes and/or messages. Why? Well, sometimes you need a lift in your spirit. Something that lights a fire under you that wakes you … [Read more...] about Health and Fitness Motivational Quotes
Ditch the Fad Diets, Build on Healthful Habits
Do you know someone who is always on a diet? The person usually sticks with the diet for a certain amount of time, then moves on to the next diet. Later you see the person and it doesn't look like they've ever been on a diet. The person has re-gained all the weight they lost and is talking about going on another diet. And the cycle goes continues. I'm sure you know … [Read more...] about Ditch the Fad Diets, Build on Healthful Habits
Factors of Success for Making Healthy Lifestyle Changes
Do you have goals of living a healthy lifestyle, but you fear failure? I ask that because, I had someone tell me that they wanted to make changes in their diet, but they also had a fear of failure. The person knew before making changes that failure was inevitable. My advice to anyone, is that if you believe you will fail in making healthy lifestyle changes, then you'll fail. … [Read more...] about Factors of Success for Making Healthy Lifestyle Changes