Do it anyway (even when you don’t want to)

I’ve been thinking long and hard about how to write this… because it’s a tough subject:

Doing the hard things when you don’t want to do them.

It’s also known as “adulting.”

You know what I am talking about.

• Choosing the healthy option when you go out for lunch.

• Heading to the gym to workout when you’re just not that into it.

• Getting up when the alarm goes off vs. hitting the snooze button.

But then I found the perfect video that has a solution for all of those scenarios, and I just had to share it with you.

DO IT ANYWAY.

Go watch the video! It’s right here: https://youtu.be/mEyrfFwf3rI

Seriously, go watch right now! I have a feeling it will make “doing it anyway” a lot easier. You might even get a smile out of it (and see some old friends).

After you watch it, comment ONE THING you are going to do “anyway” today.

Let’s get it done!

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Your health snapshot

You know I am all about being proactive when it comes to your health, wellness, and fitness, right?

This goes far beyond just “not getting sick” – but actually having the energy and vitality to ENJOY your life and LIVING every day it to its fullest.

The problem is, it’s tempting to procrastinate about your health and wellness when you’re feeling good. Or even when you’re “not feeling bad.” (There is a difference.)

We end up waiting until we have a problem … or think that because we were fine at our last checkup (two, five, ten years ago), we’re in the clear.

Don’t fall into that trap!

Today, I am challenging you to get a snapshot of your health ASAP.

By that I mean, know your numbers:

• Blood pressure

• Blood sugar

• Cholesterol

• Any other health markers you or your healthcare provider think are meaningful.

This is super important because:

• Those numbers help pinpoint brewing health issues related to some of the most common (& deadly) diseases: heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and obesity, among others.

• Those diseases often go hand-in-hand with lifestyle factors that you can control. 

Do yourself a HUGE favor and schedule your health snapshot today.

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Strengthening your immune system

I’ve got a hot topic for you in this post, and, if you ask me, it hasn’t gotten enough attention over the past couple of years.

It’s your immune system, and here’s why I think it needs more attention:

Your immune system is basically like your very own Marvel superhero universe, working hard to protect your body 24/7 from invaders.

Here’s the overlooked part: When you strengthen your immune system, you actually create a fitter, stronger, leaner, and healthier body. 

Which means, strengthening your immune system goes hand-in-hand with your health & fitness goals.

7 Steps to Strengthen Your Immune System:

 

1. Get at least 7 hours of sleep a night. Studies show not getting enough quality sleep makes you more susceptible to getting sick.

2. Make sure your diet is packed with whole plant-based foods (fruits, veggies, nuts, legumes, etc.) because they contain antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, and vitamin C, which all can help you fight illness.

3. Get some fiber, too. Your gut microbiome is a big part of your immune system – the healthy bacteria in your gut can improve your immunity while keeping pathogens from getting into your body through your digestive tract.

4. Cut back on added sugar. This one is a one-two punch. First, added sugars contribute to disease-causing inflammation. And second, they contribute to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease, all of which can affect your immune system.

5. Moderate exercise can cut inflammation plus promote the turnover of immune cells in your system. Aim for 150 minutes a week (5 x 30-minute sessions of exercises like brisk walking, swimming, jogging, biking, etc.)

6. Don’t get dehydrated because it’s linked with lowered immunity. Try to drink at least half your bodyweight in ounces in water, daily (140 pounds = 70 ounces).

7. Make time to destress by building stress management into your routine. This could be yoga, meditation, prayer, journaling, exercise, or anything else that helps you burn off stress. Being chronically stressed is linked with inflammation in your body, plus it can affect your immune cell function.

Being proactive about your health and well-being matters now and into the future!

How many of those 7 steps are you taking today? Let me know in the comments below or on our Facebook page!

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How to declutter your self-care routine

The other day I outlined the only success formula you’ll ever need to get the results you’re after:

ATTENTION + SUPPORT + PROVEN PLAN + ACTION = RESULTS

But there’s something you can do to make that winning formula a MAGIC formula. It’s probably the only “hack” or “secret” I endorse (because it just plain WORKS).

Identify your top 2-3 specific actions that will get you there the fastest (safely).

And then just give THOSE your attention and focus. Don’t let yourself get bogged down with all the “extras”.

It’s so tempting to want to do ALL the things … but trying to do too much, too soon, too often can lead to feeling burned out and overwhelmed.

Instead, what if you just kept it SIMPLE? 

Want to change your body composition? 

Focus on your nutrition, workouts, and sleep.

Want to improve health markers?

Ask your health care provider for their top 3 lifestyle change recommendations … and lean into them, hard!

Want to get those hormones under control?

Focus on reducing your stress levels through nutrition and mindfulness.

It’s not fancy or complicated, but it works.

What are 2 to 3 actions that you know will move you closer to feeling your absolute best? Start doing them TODAY – and let the results take care of themselves!

Our consultations and programs cut the guesswork so you know exactly which actions to take (and when to take them) to help you. You'll get control of the meno-belly, regain energy, and feel amazing -- without feeling deprived or overwhelmed.

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Time to throw in the towel?

Let’s hop into your Delorean and travel back in time… not too far, just a couple of months.

Back to when you set your goals for 2022 at the beginning of the year. 

What does you from two months ago think about how much present-day you has accomplished so far this year?

Are you happy and excited about your progress? 

Or are you thinking, “Oye, here we go again.”

Either way, it’s time to turn that Delorean around and come back to the preset… because it’s time to:

GET TO WORK.

If you’re happy with how things are going, that’s awesome. 

But if you’re NOT (like the majority of people)… it’s definitely NOT too late to get back on track.

Question #1: Ask yourself: What happened? 

• Did you lose steam because you weren’t getting the results fast enough?

• Because it took too much time?

• Because you missed a workout or ate some “bad” food, and threw in the towel?

• Because you lost interest?

• Because you didn’t have enough support around you to keep you accountable and motivated?

• Or is what you’re doing just not working? 

If you think about this the right way, it’s an opportunity in disguise. This is because reflection gives you the chance to get to the ROOT of an issue. 

When you practice self-reflection – and you keep it honest – you get to know yourself a lot better. 

This way you can pick up on triggers or tendencies that derail your progress … and you can make different decisions next time around. 

Which leads me to: 

Question #2: What can I do to overcome _____ (whatever your answer was in question 1)? (And then DO it.)

This is why so many successful people decide to hire a COACH to help them reach their goals – even coaches (like me!) work with coaches. 

A coach can create a plan for you and your lifestyle to fast-track success … so you don’t have to go through the pains of figuring it out on your own. 

Not only that, but they will be there every step of the way to help support you and hold you accountable …

So that even if you fall off track, you get RIGHT back on so you can crush your goals. 

If you have fallen off track with your New Year goals, but you’re NOT ready to throw in the towel … AND you finally want to make your goals a reality, LET’S DO THIS!

Head on over to my website — www.alignment-studio.com — and sign up for a complementary initial consultation. Together, we can reach your wellness goals.