Motivation Monday!

Yesterday I finished a 60-Day PiYo Challenge!!! It felt really great to COMPLETE this program.  I feel more strength, flexibility, and energy from doing PiYo. Not to mention the weight I've lost.  I'm continuing on to the next phase of the program called PiYo Strength, so I will give total numbers when I'm completely finished.

Next up, I'm getting certified to teach PiYo.  I'm really excited!!! Can't wait to see what's in store!

This weekend I also got some great runs in for my marathon training.  Even in the HEAT, I was doing great. Not all runs are like that, but I'm grateful when they are!!!

Have you finished a workout?  Isn't it just the best feeling in the world? 

Want to join me and do some PiYo? Let me know! Comment below or email me! :-)  

Fit Tip Friday!!

It's FRIDAY!  That means the weekend is upon us :-)

Today's #FitTip is vital for life ... drink more water!!!

The benefits of water are amazing.  Just look!

#2 blows my mind ... simply drinking water lowers your risk of HEART ATTACK by 41%. That's crazy!!!

Staying hydrated lets you see the effects of your workout faster.

For me, kicking my diet coke habit was tough.  I thought I needed a "taste" when I had a drink.  Turns out I needed energy to feel like myself, and water gives it to me. 

How much water have you had today?  Track yourself and see how much you have helped your body today!

Have a great weekend!!!

Nourish Your Body

What healthy choices have you made today? 

I'll show you mine ---

That is about half of my breakfast.  (Sorry, I just couldn't wait to have some before I snapped the pic!)

It is 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 cup water, 1 scoop of Tropical Strawberry Vegan.  Delicious!

No matter what else happens with my nutrition for the rest of the day (hopefully it's still good!), I can rely on the fact that I had one meal of DENSE, WHOLE NUTRITION.  Read about my non-believer status of Shakeology here.

Shakeology is NOT a protein shake.  Yes, it has protein in it.  But it is SO MUCH MORE!!! 

Let's talk about Vitamins and Minerals.  Shakeology has the 13 essential vitamins and 10 minerals. These vitamins and minerals are important macronutrients your body needs to carry out every chemical process needed in everyday life.  They help your cells make energy.  They build, repair, and strengthen your muscles and bones. 

What meal will you have today that will have ALL of your vitamins and minerals?   

Your body is yours and what you put into it should be sacred.  Make healthy choices.  Have whole foods.  Your body will thank you!!!

Workout Wednesday!

Did you workout today? I did PiYo Sweat this morning. Perhaps you can tell from the sweat on my shirt!! :-)

What workout did you do today?  Don't be afraid to share your story or your progress!!!

Tunes Tuesday!

Do you love music??? Good music is a requirement for any of my workouts or runs.  I'll be sharing some of my go-to songs with you on this blog.

Today's theme is "love." Love is my favorite word in the English language. Of course, there are many other songs that could be added here but my goal is to give you just a couple so you really take note and hopefully listen to them.  (I know my songs won't be everyone's taste, but they are songs that are currently on my workout iPod. )


First up, I have to give props to Jason Mraz's new album "YES!"  It is one of the strongest albums I've heard come out this year.  Well-crafted and well-rounded.  I fell in love with MR. AZ  all the way back when "The Remedy" came out ... (which is still on my iPod).  He has since grown in popularity and "I'm Yours" makes me smile and think of Hawaii when I listen to it.

His new album starts with an instrumental track called "Rise," which is very short and full of serene sounds.  "Rise" leads directly into "Love Someone," which is a song about ... you guessed it ... love!!!  It's pretty upbeat and has one of my favorite lines.  "When you love someone, it comes back to you."  I truly believe in that!!!

Next up is one of favorite bands, Mumford & Sons.  I'll probably post more songs on here from them.  I love all their albums and listen to them all the time, especially on long trips.  This song is the first track off their album with the same title, "Sigh No More."  It starts slow, but then the beat picks up about half way through.  This is usually the first song I listen to on a run.  It lets my mind focus, but then inspires me to go for it when it gets to the upbeat section.

It has another one of my favorite quotes of all time.

Take a listen!  I hope you feel UPLIFTED after hearing these songs! :-)

A PIYO CHALLENGE!

Are you excited for this week? I know I am!

Today, I have a major ANNOUNCEMENT: I am starting a PiYo challenge group!!!
The group starts Sept. 8.

Are you interested in starting your fitness journey? Have you tried other programs, but plateaued? Are you a runner and looking for a strength routine to complement your runs?  Whatever situation you're in, let me help you meet your goals! PiYo is an amazing strength workout using your own body weight to SCULPT your body.  I am on my last week of completing a PiYo Challenge and couldn't be happier!

So if you're ready to take a leap and do something FOR YOU that will UPLIFT you, then sign up to workout with me with this challenge!!!

I will also be creating FREE printables to help with clean eating and meal planning!  Nutrition is 70%  of meeting our fitness goals ... and the hardest part for me.  Is it for you as well?  Then let me help you stay accountable and on track!!!

Interested? Contact me directly here.
Visit Uplift Fit's Facebook Page and PM me (and "like" it if you so desire!)

Check out My Challenge Group Page or learn about my PiYo experience.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to TAKE THE STEP you've been tiptoeing around.  LEAP WITH ME! :-)

Motivation Monday!

Don't waste your time living someone else's life ... live the life YOU love!

Happy Monday!!!

Big announcement coming up next!

Go Workout!

The hardest part of working out is often just GETTING STARTED.

We all have days where time just isn't our friend and the last thing we want to do is find the time to get in our workout.

It doesn't matter what you do or when you do it, JUST GO DO IT!

Here are 5 tips to help motivate you and stay on track with your workout:

1. Think about the "AFTER"

How will you feel after the workout? I always have about a million times more energy after any workout.  I always get the "runner's high" after a run.  You will feel great about yourself and your body will thank you in return!

2. Schedule it and don't miss the appointment

We wouldn't miss our doctor appointments or meetings with our boss.  Well, we are the boss of our own body, so don't miss your workout appointment!  A workout that is an hour is 2% of your day.  A workout that is a half hour is 1% of your day. You can spend the other 98%-99% of your day on all the other "to-dos" in your life.  Check off your workout appointment!

3. Relieve stress

I've always believed that working out is the cheapest form of therapy.  I know it truly is for me.  My runs clear my mind.  My PiYo workouts push me and make me realize I can do anything I set my mind to.  Your workout can WORK OFF and SWEAT OUT your life stresses!!!

4. Remember your goals

Very important!!! You've established your goals ... so remember what they are!!! I will sometimes take sticky notes and post them in places I know I will see them to remind myself that I'm working on my goals one step at a time.  Make it a priority to reach your goals!!!

5.  Visualize the achievements!

Close your eyes.  Take some time to visualize the person you want to be.  Visualize your body the way you want it to look and the feeling of amazing health.  Maybe you fit into some new skinny jeans.  Maybe you are full of energy.  Maybe you have no more arm jiggle.  Maybe you have dropped a bad eating habit.  Now, open your eyes ... are you ready to rock and take a step toward what you just visualized? 

Let's get ready to make your workout AMAZING today!!!

Say only UPLIFTING words to yourself.  Each of us are on a journey.  Don't forget to treat YOURSELF with kindness in the midst of the journey.  You won't be perfect all the time.  If you happen to make a mistake, don't leave time to workout, or eat something not good for you, don't beat yourself up ... just love yourself more!  The more you love yourself, the more likely you are to make the best choices for yourself :-)

O Captain, My Captain

Yesterday evening, I learned of the passing of an icon in entertainment, Robin Williams.  I was devastated.  This is one of the hardest passings of an actor/actress/singer/comedian/etc that I've had.  Robin Williams was part of my childhood.

The first time was with Aladdin as the Genie.

Then watching Hook, which is where the above quote comes from.
Then Mrs. Doubtfire. Hilarious.

Then as I got older, I got to experience his greatness in Good Will Hunting, one of my top movies of all-time.  Gus Van Sant, the director, remains one of my favorite directors ever.  But it was Williams' role that took the film to another level.

My dad served in Vietnam and, of course, Good Morning Vietnam was required viewing in our household.  I basically heard this scene a million times.

Another film that blew me away and was a sort of catharsis for me at my dad's passing was What Dreams May Come.  If you want to see greatness, then you must watch this movie.

Today, we remember Robin Williams.  He made us giggle.  He made us dry our eyes.  And I'm glad that he is making my dad laugh in heaven.

Welcome to Uplift Fit! This is my first official post! I'm hoping to create a community that will inspire and uplift you to meet your fitness and health goals and change your life to what you want it to be! I look forward to serving and encouraging you :-)