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A Note From Fran
The Feel Good Back Door
Have you ever noticed how much energy it can take to be with people? I am an extrovert in the truest sense, but sometimes after being with people all day I like to become a real introvert and disconnect from everything and everyone to give myself a little refreshment.

That's what happened to me last Friday after attending a two-day business conference. I came home, took a shower, cut off the phone and picked up this book that has been staring at me for the past 3 months, "Excuse Me, Your Life is Waiting", by Lynn Grabhorn.

I wish I hadn't taken so long to pick it up. Grabhorn is both fascinating and humorous. In her book, she speaks of how often we are disconnected from our dreams and aspirations, and thus never reach them. Why? Because we are too busy thinking of what it is we're after instead of feeling what it would be like to recognize the goal.

I really enjoyed the section from "No Biz to Big Biz" when she helps a challenged real estate broker reconnect to the passion and energy of his business during a down market. After telling her that he needed to make XXX dollars to retire with his wife in Bermuda, she then says "tell me in detail…every detail you can think of about your dreams to retire in Bermuda." He not only tapped into his dream about Bermuda, but also the energy and feelings he had about the prospect of realizing this dream. Get it?

So now it's your turn. This is a perfect exercise for anyone, particularly my clients in the health and wellness arena. So if you want to lose XX pounds, or wear a size XX or hike or bike XX miles, ask yourself…WHY? What will that do for you? What will your life be like? How will you feel as a result of attaining this goal? I think this is a great exercise. So lets all try it on and share our stories! Send me your feedback I'd love to hear from you.

In love and good health,



Fran Dean Bishop, award winning coach and creator of 
"Reboot your Body - The Ultimate Bootcamp" 
franb@aerobodiesfitness.com

Five Tips to Stay Healthy & Lean This Summer

We started the Summer Countdown in March, setting 12-week goals and breaking them down into challenging, yet do-able, weekly goals. How are you doing? If you haven't started yet, it's never too late - sit down now and set your goals. If you're on your way to achieving your summer goals, congratulations - keep it up.

With one month to go, let's explore five ways to be healthy and lean this summer.

1. Offer yourself a prize. Sometimes you need a little extra motivation to reach your goals. If you set 12-week goals, set out a prize if you reach them (or more often if you like, at each four-week point). Dangle the carrot of a new pair of shoes, a new outfit, or a golf getaway as a reward for reaching your goals.
   
   
2. Consider a coach. A fitness coach can provide that extra amount of motivation, personalized attention, and expertise. When hiring a coach, be sure to ask about his or her fitness philosophy, credentials, and ask for references from previous clients. After an initial consultation, consider whether you feel comfortable with the coach's approach and confident in his or her ability to help you reach your goals.
   
   
3. Love your body and strive to be the best possible version of yourself without comparing yourself to unrealistic standards. Focus on fun physical activities and eating to nourish and fuel your body. Then you will feel good, whatever your weight.
   
   
4. Go garden. Guess what? Gardening burns close to 300 calories per hour. (A 150lb person can burn 272 calories.) As spring is the time to get your garden growing, rest assured that you are gaining physical benefits too.
   
   
5. Seek strength. Strength (weight) training works your muscles in a way that cardiovascular exercise does not. Add weight training to your exercise routine to strengthen and tone your muscles. Those muscles will help you to burn more fat!
   
   

Try these quick pick-me-up juices to add a punch to your spring and summer nutrition regimen!

Paradise Island

1 papaya (peeled)
1 orange
1/2 pineapple (top and skin removed, cut into spears)
1 lime
1" cube ginger

Summer Rejuvenator

3 large ripe tomatoes
1/2 cool cucumber
1 stalk celery
1 small slice lime