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Healthy Reflections
IN THIS ISSUE
A Note From Fran This is an idea I work hard to instill in each and every one of my coaching clients. The thought of making a small effort usually does not occur to most of us. But the above quote is applicable to many facets of our life. What I appreciate most is that it removes the expectation of that we must be perfect or that only our big efforts matter most. It acknowledges that all of our efforts truly make a difference and will contribute to our further success. Why is this so important? Because some days all we can muster up is a small effort. Our energies may be lagging or we are just not motivated to push the extra mile. This is true for the person trying lose an extra five pounds or for the manager striving hard to win the promotion; or even the career mom trying to balance a demanding schedule. The good news it's the small efforts that little by little and over time add up to the great wins in life. So here's the question: What small effort are you taking that will make a big difference in your life? In love and good health, 
Fran Dean Bishop, Award winning Coach and Trainer franb@aerobodiesfitness.com
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If you have ever begun an exercise regime, chances are that you have found a myriad of excuses threatening to side-track your efforts. Maybe you have discovered the secret to overcoming your excuses and, if so, congratulations on your success! But if the excuses won out and you have stopped exercising, or you still battle the day-to-day excuses while trudging through your exercise program, let me offer some solutions to getting and staying on track. Excuse #1: "I am too busy to exercise." The conventional approach says to "just do it" – find the time. While this sounds sensible, a deeper look into this excuse is needed. Experience tells me that people make time for what is most important to them. (This is true in all areas of life, not just fitness.) Some of the busiest, most successful people I know make exercise a priority. So what starts out as an issue of time is really an issue of priorities. It is helpful to put your attention on the value you place on exercise, rather than the excuse itself. Taking a larger view, I encourage you to make a list of your life’s top five values, for example family, health, or spirituality. Once you have made this list, do you see how exercise supports one or more of those values? If exercise is not a top priority (or does not support one), consider holding off until it becomes one. Or, make it a priority – begin writing a list of all the pros and cons you can think of for exercise. Given enough attention, you will likely find the reasons you need to make exercise a priority. Excuse #2: "I hate to exercise." If you truly do not enjoy exercise, I understand the struggle you might have in keeping consistent with your program. Similar to excuse #1, turning your focus to your values and the benefits you want from exercise, can help you overcome this issue. Think about other things you do not like to do, but do them anyway because of the results. We do simple things such as changing a baby’s diaper, washing dishes, or taking the car in for an oil change because we do not like the alternative and we like the outcome once the chore is done. While you may never love to exercise, unconventional thinking can increase the enjoyment factor. Exercise does not have to take place in a gym or on a piece of equipment, nor do you have to push yourself to exhaustion running around a track. Find activities that are the "lesser of all the exercise evils." This way you will be more motivated to follow through. Watch for Part II of Excuses in next month issue!
Apple Crisp Is your mouth already watering? Mine too! And while nothing quite compares with a home-baked apple pie, it is a time-consuming endeavor. In search of a good substitute, I found a recipe for a hearty, tasty apple crisp. I am especially pleased with the lower amount of sugar in this recipe than most. To my palate, a syrupy, sugary recipe ruins a good apple crisp (or any other fruit dessert). With less sugar, you can enjoy all of the flavors, especially the apple! Recipe:
Serves 6-9, depending on how much everyone wants! Another bonus to this dessert is fiber. It is recommended that we get 20-25 grams per day in our diet, which for many people is a challenge. Apples and oatmeal are both excellent sources of fiber. In an effort to be fit and healthy, the calorie value of foods is important. So is the taste factor. A good question to ask about any food is, "Does this food meet my requirements for taste and nutrition, while containing an acceptable number of calories for me to reach my goals?" When a dessert answers "yes" to all three, it has my vote! Has Your Treadmill Become a Clothes Hanger? Is Your Gym Membership Just a Charitable Contribution? Call (703) 642-8577 or email us today for ideas on how to you can transform your body and re-energize your life! For monthly fitness tips and strategies, sign up today for your complimentary subscription to Healthy Reflections (forward to a friend too!). Don't miss the next issue! |
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