Motivate yourself to the finish line

                    Motivation

In the last blog we talked about goal setting and in this blog we are going to be discussing motivation and the importance of it. First off the definition of motivation is why one behaves or acts in a certain way.  There is motivation in every single thing you do. Breathing, walking, drinking, waking up in the morning, going to sleep. And these are just the basic things that everyone HAS to do, yet even they require motivation, so how much more motivation should we have for things we actually WANT to do?

To get motivated you have to start by setting a goal you want to be motivated for. If it's getting into shape and becoming healthier, or saving money to buy a new vehicle. Whatever it is start there.

Got your goal in mind already? Okay perfect, then here are some starter motivation tips and tricks!

• Make motivation fun!!- upbeat songs, motivation quotes, accountability groups, etc. Find what works and is fun for you and stick with that, but don't be afraid to try new things too.
• Reward yourself in the small victories too, not just the big ones- you lose ten pounds and your goal is 30? You're a third of the way there! Celebrate that small victory by buying yourself a treat (doesn't have to be food.)
• Don't give up and never forget what your motivation is. It's what drives you, literally!

Here are some tips and tricks to get you into the motivation state so you can conquer your goals!

                                                  Hope y'all enjoyed, feel free to comment.
                                     
                                                                            - Tawnya Cummings

Let's Get Goaled Up!!

                                                    Goals and Their Importance

There are a lot of things you can do in order to start getting goals for yourself, but the first step should always be deciding what it is that you want to accomplish. From this step and forward it gets a little bit easier because you're focused on what you want and not what everyone around you wants. Some other goal setting advice is as follows:

• Don't be vague- meaning if you were wanting to get a horse next year then don't just say I want to get a horse next year instead say I want to buy a three year old Clydesdale gelding. (this will help you find or do EXACTLY what it is that you want.
• Have a realistic time frame for your goals. Don't make it so short that you fail and get discouraged or so long that you  give up. You know what drives you, do that.
• Write your goals down somewhere and look at them often. Once a week, every other day, every day. Whatever works for you as long as it's frequent!

• Decide what you need to do in order to achieve your goals and start doing it.
• Have pictures of your goal in places that you look often. Meaning if you want to be fit have a picture of a fit male or female on your desk, in your car, on your mirror, just somewhere that you look frequently.
• Ask others to help keep you accountable. If you are saving money for something start a bank account or open a debit card. Little things to help you stay on track.

These steps should help you to achieve your goals, but you have to take the initiative and the first step to conquer them. And remember it's okay to change or modify your goals as you change. Lastly never give up!!

It's also important to recognize the mistakes we make while 

setting goals. It's like going grocery shopping without a list. Or 

driving aimlessly (not that it isn't fun, but it wastes gas). Stick 

to the tips above and stay away from these mistakes and you 

will do perfectly in achieving everything you set your mind to! 

                     Hope y'all enjoyed, comment!  

                                               

                                           -Tawnya Cummings

                                                

Shake It Up

                                                        Shakeology!!    

Today we are going to be discussing Shakeology and the benefits it has along with it. First off what is Shakeology? Shakeology is a powder blend of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that help to curb your cravings and boost your body's ability to burn fat. But that's not all it does, Shakeology is also:                                            

                   

• known to help with overall energy and stamina
• helpful with proper digestion
• helpful with stabilizing moods
• packed with antioxidants
• filled with numerous detoxing compounds
• supportive of your body's immunity 
• known for it's complete nutrition- this means that the 70+ ingredients in this product work together to fuel you body and keep it feeling and looking its best!
• and not to mention it tastes great!

I can personally say that I love Shakeology and I would recommend it to anyone. I have noticed that when I drink it I feel fuller, my cravings for bad junk food are gone, I feel happier and healthier, I don't feel as tired, and mostly Shakeology has helped greatly with my digestion so I can be regular and whenever I miss a day I can tell that I have missed because I get grouchier, I feel tired, I crave tons of chocolate, and the list goes on and on. Now this all sounds great, right?! I think so too! The only problem some people have with Shakeology is the price. It costs about $140 dollars for a box of a thirty day supply. When you calculate that it is only $4 dollars a shake!! Not bad! We have a place about 5 miles up the road from us called Steak N' Shake and their shakes are $4 dollars and up, with none of the nutritional value that Shakeology offers. I would say that this is a great deal. 

Here is a link to a video about Shakeology 

http://ow.ly/uRnlo

Here is a link to my Beachbody Website where you can buy Shakeology from.

http://www.shakeology.com/momatawnya18

Please comment your thoughts. Hope y'all enjoyed learning a little more about this product!! 

                                                 -Tawnya Cummings

Hydrate Yourself To a Better and Healthier You!

                                                           The Importance of Water

There are many reasons you should drink adequate amounts of water, especially when it comes to getting into shape and losing weight. Some of the reasons are as follows:

• The initial weight you lose is normally water weight and you need to drink the right amount of water in order to avoid dehydration.
• Dehydration slows down the fat burning process greatly.
• Toxins are created when you burn calories and the water you drink plays a very important role in flushing those toxins out.
• Dehydration reduces blood volume, reduced blood volume means reduced supply of oxygen to your muscles, and a reduced supply of oxygen to your muscles can make you feel tired.
• Do you hate that muscle and joint soreness you get after exercising? Well proper hydration can help to eliminate some soreness.
• Most healthy diets suggest a good amount of fiber to help your digestive system, however, if you aren't properly hydrated then it can cause constipation instead of eliminating it.
• If you drink water with your meals it can make you feel full sooner which can make you satisfied to eat less. However you should not use water alone because in order for our bodies to feel full we need calories and nutrients.

Now that you've heard all the benefits of water you're probably asking yourself how much water you should be drinking.  Well our bodies are pretty good at letting us know when we have too little, just enough, or too much water. 

If you have too little of water your urine will be a dark yellow, you will feel thirsty, and you will rarely go to the bathroom. There are many other symptoms of being dehydrated these are just a few to start you off with.

If you have the right amount of water your urine will be a very pale yellow, you won't feel as thirsty or dehydrated, and you will feel healthier and more active.

If you have too much water you will be running to the bathroom constantly, and sometimes feel nauseous. 

If you would like to know the exact amount of water you should be consuming based on weight, altitude, temperature, and other factors please visit this link.

http://nutrition.about.com/library/blwatercalculator.htm

Also if you eat a lot of fruits and vegetables that contributes to your water intake as well!

Feel free to comment about what y'all think and remember to stay hydrated! :)

-Tawnya Cummings 

Make it or Break it

            

                                                                     21 Day Fix

     It is said that habits and in this case lifestyle changes can be made or broken in just 21 days!!  That's what the 21 Day Fix is all about, new lifestyle changes to put you on the path to a  healthier and more successful you! This program was created by Autumn Calabrese to be simple, short, unique, and work! 21 Day Fix isn't like other programs that make you workout for hours and starve yourself so much that you just want to eat and eat to blow all your hard work and progress out the window. Instead the 21 Day Fix is created to be so simple yet give you incredible results, because it focuses on portion control and anyone can follow it!! When you purchase the program you are provided with 13 colorful containers of different sizes, the 21 Day Fix program, a months worth of Shakeology, and the eating plan. There are also a few other extras thrown in at no cost.


                                                            FAQ'S
   Q.  Who is this program for?
   A. Everybody! Yes everybody. Men and women old and young alike will be able to do this program. The workouts are easy moves that everyone can do. They are 30 minutes long and the key that makes them worthwhile is more reps.

  Q. What is Beachbody?
   A. If you don't know what Beachbody is that's okay! It is a business designed to help others reach their fitness goals.

  Q. How do I get a Beachbody coach to keep me accountable?
  A. I am a Beachbody coach and you can sign up under me if you visit this link:
                                http://www.beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/MomaTawnya18


   Q. How long does the 21 Day Fix last?
   A. 21 days or 3 weeks.

   Q. Can I continue to keep up the 21 Day Fix even after I have completed the  program?
   A. Yes absolutely! In fact that is one of the purposes of this program, while you might not see the same results you saw in your first 21 days you will see more results in yourself when it comes to portion control.


                                 Here are some pictures of peoples results

     As you can see from the pictures both men and women lost a lot of weight and became more fit and healthy.
                                     
                                          Want to learn more?!
                visit this link to watch a video on the 21 Day Fix :                             http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_5g5rh1ezY

                                                 Y'all Enjoy!

                                              -Tawnya Cummings