Showing posts with label motivation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label motivation. Show all posts
Monday, March 23, 2015
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Can You Just Give Yourself Five Minutes
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Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Late Night Cravings
Where are my late night snackers at?
Are you shy and you don't want anyone to know?
Honestly, that's how I felt. Truth be told I would do great all day and as soon as I got home I was digging through the pantry, overheating, and eating everything in sight...
NOT COOL when you are working extremely hard to get back on track & getting healthy.
But I came up with this little masterpiece to curve any sweet tooth. Especially if you are like me and you crave sincerely yogurt, chocolate, you name it I eat it. It's something so simple I can't believe I never did it before. But I will say i try to stay away dairy and such because it messes with my stomach. Every once in awhile is okay for me though.
One small cup of Chobani Greek Yogurt (red container)
Two drops of raw honey
Tsp. of PB2 (counts as a teaspoon)
Mix it all together and enjoy the sweetness!
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Turkey Chili - 21 Day Fix Style
1 tsp. olive oil
1.5 lbs ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1.5 tsp. ground cumin
1 tbsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. sea salt or Himalayan salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
2 (15 oz) cans black beans (or pinto), drained, rinsed
1 (15 oz) can all natural tomatoes, no sugar added
12 fresh cilantro springs, finely chopped (garnish)
1. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add turkey, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook, stir occasionally for 5-8 minutes or until cooked.
3. Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper; cook, stir occasionally for a minute.
4. Add beans and tomatoes (with liquid). Bring to a boil. Reduce to low heat, gently boil, stir occasionally for 15-20 minutes or thick.
5. Serve warm, sprinkle with cilantro.
Thursday, November 13, 2014
If you Miss A Day Don't Stress
I started a beachbody program, but now I have a day where I will be traveling. What should I do? It's a common question most people ask or are concerned about when it comes to joining a challenge group. I understand and get that if you can't commit 100% of the way you don't want to join. But we also all know, life happens. Life gets in the way and there are days things come up. Don't beat yourself up over it.
I had a hard time grasping this concept when I first started. I was one of those people. I wanted to go all in or nothing at all. But then after talking back and forth with my coach; I realized there was no perfect time to start. Life was always going to get in the way. So I just better start now and be one step closer than yesterday.
Missing a workout is not the end of the world. But also don't think I am saying it's okay to just slack off there are a TON of alternatives.
-If you are traveling take your DVDs with you. Most places have a DVD player, if not use your computer (if you have it).
-Go to a gym in the hotel: get some cardio and weight training in.
-Take a walk outside and explore
-(I know you have a smart phone) get on Pinterest and look up workouts. Nothing complex, just short effective workouts.
Then when your crazy schedule is over get back too it. You don't have to start from day 1 again, start from where you left off. Or if you were in the middle of a week maybe start fresh from the beginning at that week. It's not going to matter when you finish your program just that you do finish it!
If you need any help to hold yourself accountable please reach out to me : alyssayourish@gmail.com or fill out the application below...I would be glad to help!
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Sunday, October 26, 2014
Tips to Lose Weight while Eating Clean
Happy Sunday Everyone! I want to give you a few tips to help you lose weight while clean eating. I have to say this is the biggest struggle for most people whether they start their weight loss journey or they have been working out for a while. Most of the time I am hearing I do fantastic during the week, my workouts are on point, I up my weights, and I just eat pretty well. But they cannot seem to lose weight or see any physical change. Sometimes we hit plateaus, we over train,don't eat enough, but mainly if you aren't seeing the results are you checking your "diet."
The 21 Day Fix is an amazing program and you can get amazing results, but if you aren't sticking to the schedule of workouts and following the nutrition guide you aren't going to max your results. Don't get me wrong, you will lose weight, but to really see the full effect of the program you have to clean up that diet and the food you are putting in your body. If you don't know where to start, I suggest picking up this book ; Just the Rules by Tosca Reno. It really helps you focus on where you should be starting, so you don't get overwhelmed.
You need to know this is a lifestyle change. You can't starve yourself. You can't skip breakfast. You can't eat less than you are supposed to. You need to eat the proper foods. Eat 5-6 small meals everyday. If you think a starvation diet is going to work you are WRONG...you will be slowing down your metabolism and burning fewer calories. Stick with the basics when it comes to eating : green leafy , fruits, vegetables, fish, chicken...whole natural foods is what you are going for!
Some tips that have helped me lose weight:
1. Plan your meals out so you know exactly what you are having each day & it will allow you to stick to it rather than falling off plan.
2. When cooking your protein a little bit of non-stick spray, EVOO, coconut oil.
3. Add fresh fruit to your plain Greek yogurt instead of buying flavors. The flavor Greek yogurt has tons of sugar. If you add fresh fruit to plain yogurt its cutting half the calories.
4. Just drink water. If you are struggling for the "fizz" taste, try La Croix flavor sparkling water.
5. Try to avoid the condiments on sandwiches.
6. Clean out your house of any unwanted calories or foods.
7. Go for whole grains.
8. Portion your food out.
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Monday, October 13, 2014
Monday Motivation : Workout Blues
Did the weekend get the best of you? Was it filled with parties, family get togethers, weekend away, seafood broil, night out with the friends. Lots of temptations and maybe some less then stellar food choices...right? Maybe you slacked on your water and eating every 2.5-3 hours. Had some drinks to unwind. Whatever it is dust yourself off, the weekend is over and it's time to get back on track!
But how? How do you get back on track when you just feel bloated, tired, and just want to catch up on sleep.
You set the tone for your whole week. So how you choose to feel and what you choose to do Monday morning will determine your success. Remember no one can do this for you, you have to push yourself. But here's what helps me if I ever have an "off track moment"
- Sunday as soon as you wake up and get situated start hydrated yourself. Don't just aim for half your body weight aim for more.
- Set your workout clothes before you go to bed. Put them right next to you (shoes included) so you see them as soon as you wake up. Heck if you want...sleep in your workout clothes. I mean no ones going to judge you at your home gym.
- Create a game plan. That means your workouts, food for the week, prepping, and getting your mind straight.
- Set your alarm (for me I have to set it 4 different times). I tend to turn it off in my sleep or set it for way later. And place it somewhere, where you have to get out of bed. When it's close by it's so easy just to reach instead of getting up.
- Go to bed with a positive mind. Whether that be you create a list of everything you are grateful for, read a chapter of a positive book, or write over & over again "this is a new week, I will succeed." I have done this before and it really triggers your mind to believe and you then think about it as your falling asleep.
- Lastly find yourself an accountability partner someone that you can text/call/etc first thing in the am to get you both moving. Or they will text you whatever time you guys decide to workout. Send motivation quotes, positive words, sweaty workout pics, have fun with it!
Find what works for you! Everyone is different. Everyone likes different workouts and times to workout. But remember this is your fitness journey.
If you fell off track this weekend or your just getting started on your journey try these beginner steps, they may seem simple & easy....but they make all the difference. I hope these help! And if you have any questions feel free to email me : alyssayourish@gmail.com or add me on Facebook and we can chat more there!!!!
Happy Monday!!
Friday, October 10, 2014
Fitness Journey : How to Keep Going
I get asked all the time about my routine and what has helped me lose weight and stay on track.
Here are a few things that have helped me...
1. Take your "goodbye" pictures (as I like to call them) : you may ask why but this honestly is my motivation driver. When i take those pictures/measurements I see where I am. I see where I let myself go and set goals for myself on where I want to be. It pushes me to be better, it pushes me to work harder, it pushes me to not ever want to feel that way again.
2. Pencil in your workout time : schedule it in like you would a business meeting. Someone once said you wouldn't cancel a meeting with your boss would you? So don't do the same thing with your workout. Make it known to yourself & the people around you that this is your time & it has to happen.
3. Meal Plan each week : sit down the same day each week and plan out your meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks). It's not hard, it just takes time. Don't know what to have there are a ton of websites out there or Pinterest is a GOLD mine. Search clean eating reciepes and thousands come back. To save yourself time from scrolling and getting overwhelmed limit your search. (Craving mexician? Search clean eating Mexican dishes)
4. Meal Prep : along with planning comes prepping. So every Sunday after grocery shopping I cut veggies, cook of chicken, boil eggs, throw a meal in the crock pot. That way it's grab-n-go instead of getting stuck and wondering what's for lunch.
5. Stay hydrated : this used to be a BIG one for me I struggled with. I didn't like water and lemon water was just gross. Now I can't get enough of it!! You should be drinking half your body weight in ounces. I keep track by making tallies, set an alarm & chug. If you are like me and didn't like water, spice it up...add your favorite fruits & veggies to give it some flavor.
6. Get in an accountability/support group : I have said it before these groups are what helped get me back on track. When you feel like quitting, this group will help keep you going.
7. Measure your progress by your non-scale victories not the scale : when I get so focused on the scale I get frustrated if I don't see the number I want. You have to remember you are burning fat and increasing muscle. Muscle weighs more than fat, so the number will be higher. But how do you feel? Do your pants for looser?
8. Set goals for yourself : like finishing a program, loosing so many inches, whatever you want them to be. And when you hit them reward yourself with new workout clothes or a mani/pedi (for girls) guys go golfing.
And the last one I think is most important....
9. Remind yourself this is a process : you aren't going to lose the weight overnight, just like you didn't gain it overnight. It can get frustrating at times. We are our biggest critics but you have to trust the process. It's worth it in the end!
These are some of the things that helped me during my weight loss journey & helped keep me going. I mean, I'm still on my journey so don't think it ever stops.
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Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Running For Beginners
Want to go running but just don't know where to start?
First and foremost you never want to over do it.
*remember you are just starting out* even if you have run in the past you are still starting out. You can't expect to run as much as you once did if you stopped. And you certainly don't want to try to run a marathon on your first go.
You can go as far and however long you want, but you don't want to injury yourself and make this run unenjoyable. I am no running expert, but I want to share what has helped for me.
1. Stretching is a MUST : just because it's slow and you feel like it's doing nothing..do not skip this step. BIG mistake I always made. It's helping to warm up your muscles and get the body moving. Think about it..if you aren't always using those muscles, they may not work properly.
2. Finding running shoes that work based on your running style : (still have to do this) but by the way you run there are certain shoes that work best. Are you a toe to heel runner or opposite? Did you ever think about it?
3. Get your motivation : for me when I'm exercising I always have to be listening to music or personal development. Usually it's personal development (download the podcast app & your favorite listens). If it's music I just type in workout on Pandora.
4. Find flat land : I would start running on flat land. This of course is only my opinion, but if you are just starting out you want to build up your momentum. You can certainly try hills and intervals but you are going to use more energy and personally if you want to enjoy it, you don't want to over do it on day one.
5. Don't sprint : do not try and run super fast...if you do you are going to run yourself down before the first lap is over. Pace yourself, find your stride, it's okay to run a little slow. You have to get comfortable with your pace. Remember you are just starting out.
6. Track your progress : now a days there are all sorts of apps you can use. I recently downloaded the map my run app. All you have to do is click the start workout button and it does all the work. Time, distance, calories, shows you a map of where you ran, you can also save your workouts to see what they were previous days.
5. Don't sprint : do not try and run super fast...if you do you are going to run yourself down before the first lap is over. Pace yourself, find your stride, it's okay to run a little slow. You have to get comfortable with your pace. Remember you are just starting out.
6. Track your progress : now a days there are all sorts of apps you can use. I recently downloaded the map my run app. All you have to do is click the start workout button and it does all the work. Time, distance, calories, shows you a map of where you ran, you can also save your workouts to see what they were previous days.
7. Stay hydrated : so I don't carry a water bottle with me on the run, BUT I always make sure to drink a glass before I go and as soon as I get home I chug one.
8. Enjoy : just enjoy what you are doing. Enjoy the scenery. Everything about your run. I love listening to my personal development and getting new ideas, or clearing my head. But if you don't enjoy it and you just "think" you have to run; you aren't going to stick with it!
I hope these few simple tips help! Like I said I am no expert by any means, and I did just start running this week. But these tips are what helped me to continue to get out there every single day. Feel free to email me : alyssayourish@gmail.com or find me on FB - Alyssa Yourish if you have questions !
Lots of love! <3
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Truthful Thursday
So it's Thursday and it is time to get a little truthful. If you have been following my blog you know I have been completing PIYO and my progress/updates are at week 2 because I restarted week 3. I was slowly into it and with physical therapy, I kind of just lost my motivation (I told you I would be truthful). And in the last week and a half I have not done anything. This weekend I really took some time for myself and had to have a really good talk on my goals, why I started my journey, and what was going on with me.
I have truly been feeling lost and not knowing who I am. I cannot tell you when my mindset really started to shift but I have went to see my PCP and we are waiting for my blood work to come back (another blog post at a later time) Until then, I felt like I was letting my body and my negativity really take control of my life. I wasn't getting up in the morning to workout, I ate whatever the heck I wanted without really watching, I wasn't reading my personal development daily, and my whole mindset was pity me. I told myself this was no ones fault BUT your own. You have no one to blame for the excuses & decisions you have made. If I do have a health issue (we will deal with that when it comes down to it) but instead of throwing a pity party... I could have still kept my same normal routine.
Like I said in the beginning...this is truthful Thursday.
I have been quiet.
I have been MIA.
I have been looking for the right words, but I realized there are NO right words.
I'm honest with myself and know when I need to put my big girl pants on & get it together. This is me, 100% honest. Sharing my journey with you every step of the way. That means failures, success, weight loss, weight gain, life experiences, products, and much much more.
I am putting this out there for EVERYONE to hold me accountable. I have RE-STARTED Piyo this week and I am now on day 4. I am giving it my all this time around....no excuses. I am human and I mess up and take many steps back in my fitness journey (even as a coach). But every failure you encounter turns into an even BIGGER success story.
If you have questions for me or want to know more I would love to answer them. You can send me a private message on Facebook or email : alyssayourish@gmail.com
Looking forward to chatting with you!
Thursday, August 14, 2014
PIYO Week 2: Update and Results
We have another week done with Chalene Johnson. I have to say she is by far my favorite trainer, no matter what workout I am doing I feel amazing after the time stops! And sometimes it feels like you have just started a workout and you are already done. Time flies (literally). I cannot believe I am half way through month one. I have to be honest, I did not think PIYO was going to be enough. Even though cardio is not my favorite but I do like to get my heart rate moving. But even if you are aren't jumping around doing agility you still work up a sweat & you are still moving. You are moving in a different way, but you will work you bootay off!
Thirty minute workouts give or take low impact do you think you are going to get something out of it? You are using muscles you truly do not use in your day to day routine. When starting any new routine you get nervous and worried you will not see the results, but you have to trust the process. And I truly believe that is why some people do not stick to programs in the first couple weeks and throw in the towel. WHY? Because sometimes they do not feel challenged enough. It isn't hard enough. This program is something they typically do not do normally. You just want to give up and go back to your "normal" routine. That is where most people fail and hit a plateau. If you stay in your normal routine you continue to work those same muscles & you won't see results as much as you would like too. You have to step outside your comfort zone every once in a while. Work new muscles, try new things...you never know what could happen?! Try the program for 30 days..see it through to day 30; following the program to a T, then make your decision about quitting & moving onto something else.
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Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Stuffed Ground Turkey Peppers
One of my favorite recipes when I was little. But I wanted to find my own way to make it. So that is exactly what I did.
Ingredients:
- green peppers
- ground turkey
- 1/2 onion; chopped
- garlic
- tomato sauce (your favorite sauce)
- sea salt
- pepper
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook onion and garlic on low for a few minutes.
- Add ground turkey ; you can also add salt, pepper, and spices if desired for taste.
- As the turkey is cooking cut the tops of the peppers off, and hollow out the insides.
- If desired sprinkle cheese on top.
- Place in over for 30 minutes; let cool for a little.
- Serve with a side of brown rice or black beans.
Ingredients:
- green peppers
- ground turkey
- 1/2 onion; chopped
- garlic
- tomato sauce (your favorite sauce)
- sea salt
- pepper
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook onion and garlic on low for a few minutes.
- Add ground turkey ; you can also add salt, pepper, and spices if desired for taste.
- As the turkey is cooking cut the tops of the peppers off, and hollow out the insides.
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| Hollow Green Peppers
- Once the ground turkey is cooked all the way through add your sauce. (I did not measure anything out)
- Fill the peppers with your mixture.
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- Place in over for 30 minutes; let cool for a little.
- Serve with a side of brown rice or black beans.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
3 Day Refresh and Clean Eating Support Group
Holidays are over and maybe you even over indulged? And now it is time to get down to the nitty griddy. Where are over half way through the year...how are those New Years Resolutions coming along? Let's be honest; if you fell over track, you fell off track, BUT why are you not doing anything about it now. Are you going to say to yourself...okay well maybe next year!
NOPE! You are not and I am here to help!!
Think about it: how many times have you exercised until you were sweating so much but then you were just not watching what you are eating? You can't out exercise a bad diet and that is the number one reason why people are stuck. We all have areas that need some improvement and this is the time to really sit down and think about how you can improve to get those results you are looking for. You say to yourself one cookie won't hurt, but then you catch yourself having more than one. Then you are craving more sugar & you can't stop yourself. Once you start to slowly let yourself slip up it becomes bigger and bigger, kind of like the ripple effect. When you start to eat that stuff you feel sluggish and bloated correct? YEP! Me too, it happens to the best of us and sometimes we just need a restart.
So, I have been trying to come up with my next challenge group and what I really wanted to focus on. I ran a sneak peek 7 day clean eating group to get my challengers started on the right track and then it hit me! What if I ran a 3 Day Refresh closed Facebook group, BUT extended to 30 days to incorporate clean eating. And here my friends is exactly what I am doing!?
July 21st is the official start date!!
What is the 3 Day Refresh and who is it for? The refresh is designed for anyone who wants to make a fast, clean break to drop a few pounds in a hurry. Or get rid of those bad habits. It consists of 3 shakes daily: a fiber drink, plenty of water, fresh fruits, veggies, and healthy fats to keep your energy and metabolism going through out the day. Do not expect a liquid diet, but you won't get one here!
Here are two results on the 3 day refresh!
After the 3 days ....then what? I did say this would be a 30 day group so then we just keep on moving. You do not want to fall back into place with your bad eating habits, so we are going to start with the basics. I will teach you how to meal plan and prep, grocery shop, tips of clean eating, what you should be looking for, etc. The purpose of this group is to help you lose a bit of weight/bloat & then keep you on that same track so you don't fall in place where you were before you started. Why start something and then fall right back into place and feel crappy. This is NOT you, NOT THIS TIME!!!
So, what's next?? How do I join? You want to sign up with me as your free team beachbody coach. If I am not your coach & you are interested in joining please fill out the challenge application below to be considered for this group.
**Requirements**
- I must be your coach
-You must purchase the 3 day Refresh Challenge Pack
-Check into the group daily
-Ask questions; don't be afraid to speak up if you have something in mind or want me to discuss something
-Have fun (yes we are here to reach our goals, but this is YOUR group!) Enjoy it and get to know your fellow challengers. They are your biggest supporters.
Why wait?
No matter what July 15th is the absolute last day you have to order your Refresh Challenge Pack to be added to the group. This will ensure you receive everything you need on time & then have time to review the material before hand. Don't wait and miss the opportunity!
If you are nervous or scared, trust me YOU CAN DO THIS!!!! Take it from someone who was hesitant to join her first challenge group. You are not in this alone. We are in it together ...TIL THE END!!!!
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Saturday, June 28, 2014
7 Day Free Clean Eating Group
Totally last minute, BUT if I could provide you with a FREE 7 day clean eating group, would you join?
This group would teach you simple steps to meal planning & prepping, grocery lists, snack ides, and much more.
ONE: All you need to do is sign up for a free membership, RIGHT HERE!
This group would teach you simple steps to meal planning & prepping, grocery lists, snack ides, and much more.
ONE: All you need to do is sign up for a free membership, RIGHT HERE!
TWO: Add me to Facebook : Alyssa Yourish
THREE: Request to join the group, here
Feel free to share this with anyone you may know who is interested! The group kicks off this Monday, June 30th!
See you then!!!
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