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Fitness Tip - Set a Goal!
Whether it is a target weight, certain size, wedding, class reunion, event, an anniversary, athletic competition or just to feel good, setting a goal and working towards a purpose is a great way to achieve results! Having that specific date and objective in mind helps to drive and motivate you to work hard and not slack off! Currently, I am training for the Nike Human Race which is a 10k run on August 31st in Los Angeles. Not only will I be running 6.2 miles but also be accompanied by a few of my friends who are training for the event as well. This is definitely a motivator as I not only want to complete the race at my best capability, but also want to keep up with my friends and not be left in the dust! Whatever the goal may be, have fun while you push yourself to new limits! Never be intimidated to try new things, you'll most likely surprise yourself with what you are capable of if you put your mind to it!
Fitness Tip - Make a Plan!
Just as the key to fitness is variety, so is accountability and making a plan the key to motivation and discipline. We all hit “plateaus and lows” somewhere along our fitness and health journey. There are seasons when life becomes busy or we just plain do not feel like working out and the couch is much more appealing! This is why it is important to plan ahead to avoid this dilemma. At the beginning of each week, it is crucial to incorporate fitness into your planner or Blackberry. Scheduling workout times in advance will increase your chances of actually following through with exercise. In addition, schedule a workout with a trainer, invite a friend, or find a workout partner to join you in order to create accountability. By scheduling workouts with someone else ahead of time, exercise will become more concrete in your agenda. Whether it is going for a run or to a kick-boxing class, someone else is counting on you to show up and this will push you to follow through.
Fitness Tip - Variety
The key to fitness is variety. If we continue to do the same thing every workout, our bodies learn to adapt to the demands and therefore don't respond past a certain point. If we continue to "surprise" our bodies by participating in an assortment of activities/exercise on a weekly basis, change is bound to occur. In addition to your 2-3 weekly personal training sessions, mix it up. Here are a few ideas: swim laps, do the stairs, take yoga, do pilates, take a cardio/strength class, go for a run on the beach, workout on the sand dunes, spin, or try out kick-boxing! These are only a few ideas among many, be creative!Incorporate your interests and hobbies into your workout so that it is appealing for you to get out and break a sweat! If you enjoy nature, go for a challenging hike! Most importantly, have fun while you reach your fitness goals! 
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