Listen to your body—it has it's own language!
Written by Wendie PettListen to your body—it has it's own language! If you have aches or pains in a specific area when practicing an exercise (that are not the norm) then stop and move on to a different body part. It could just be that region of the body needs rest.
Shop right, shave calories! Become an avid label reader. Products that include the words light, natural, and healthy often don't have any of those attributes. Pay attention to the serving size, amount per serving and percentage of daily values, and vitamins along with the product ingredients.
Try to eat all of your fruits before noon. That way your body has the remainder of the day to burn off the natural sugars.
Exercise shouldn't be a temporary fad. It should be something you do for life! The secret? A little and often! Try something as little as holding your stomach in every time you think of your spouse, your children, a friend, or a family member. Or, what if you hold your stomach in every time you pull up to a stop sign or light. Make a game of it if you wish. Before you know it, you'll keep your stomach held tight more often than not.
What you weigh on a scale isn't nearly as important as your body composition.
Written by Wendie PettWhat you weigh on a scale isn't nearly as important as your body composition. Throw the scale away and don't obsess about the number it shows. Instead take measurements and learn your BMI (body mass index). This will give a better calculation of the amount of body fat that needs to be shed.
Eat to LIVE, don't live to eat! One should consider this phrase before eating. Will your food give you the proper nutrients and minerals your body needs? Will it give you the natural energy needed to get you through the day?
If your foundation has no support then how can you build your temple?
Written by Wendie PettIf your foundation has no support then how can you build your temple? Use foundational exercises daily to build the body of your dreams. Use foundational people in your network for support to keep you positive and strong.
Don't wait for your body to be perfect in order for it to earn your love.
Written by Wendie PettDon't wait for your body to be perfect in order for it to earn your love. It will get where you want it to be! It takes commitment, persistence and patience and you'll get there in no time.
Nourish your body with fresh raspberries that are now in season. They are loaded with disease-fighting antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin C. They are a great addition to steel cut oats in the morning.
30 minutes of exercise daily can lower your blood pressure naturally.
Written by Wendie Pett30 minutes of exercise daily can lower your blood pressure naturally. Other natural recommendations are to get the proper amount of Omega-3 fatty acids as they may help reduce the stickiness of blood platelets and increase the elasticity in the blood vessel walls. Try meditation for ten minutes a day or get a ten minute relaxing back massage two or three times a week. Maybe a spouse or friend would be willing to assist and then you could return the favor!
