Ways to Find Your Motivation to Exercise and Keep It!

ByBob S Heiny

We've all started an exercise program, gotten all excited about it, but then gave up on it a week or two later. While we start out super motivated, that excitement fades quickly. The key to sticking to an exercise program is finding a way to keep that original motivation. Here are a few tips for getting for getting and staying motivated.

• Find a role model. Many women get motivated to diet and work out by taping up pictures of models or actresses. This is actually a great way to remind yourself what your goals are and keep a visual of them fresh in your mind. Just be sure to pick an appropriate role model and not someone with unhealthy eating and exercise habits or an unachievable image.

• Set small goals. If you start out setting tough goals, you probably won't achieve them and will then become discouraged. The key is to set smaller, easy to achieve goals and work your way up. Start with "I will work out three days this week". Once you get yourself into a routine, get yourself to work out harder and do more during each session.

• Reward yourself. Setting goals is good way to get yourself into a workout program. If you have trouble keeping yourself going, try rewarding yourself when you reach a goal. Don't go with big rewards, just small rewards for reaching small goals. For example, I can go to that movie if I work out three times this week. If you're working out to lose weight, just don't reward yourself with food.

• Get a buddy. Having someone to workout with can help keep your mind off the work and keep you entertained. That means you're more likely to want to go work out. Having a buddy also makes it harder for you to skip your workout because you'll be letting someone else down and they'll be there to talk you into going even if you don't feel like it. If you can't find a buddy to go with you, you can always hire a personal trainer to keep you going.

• Make it fun. Exercise doesn't have to be boring a repetitive. If you don't like your exercise routine, change it. Keep looking until you find something you enjoy doing. This way, you'll end up looking forward to exercise instead of dreading it.

• Mix it up. Even the most exciting workout can get boring if you do it over and over every day. Find several exercises you like to do and alternate. Try swimming Mondays, bicycling on Wednesdays, and a Pilates tape on Saturday. Any time you find yourself getting bored with a workout, replace it in your rotation for a while and start it again in a few months.

Don't take it too seriously. If you start acting like exercise is hard work, it will become hard work. Make your exercise a light, fun, activity rather than a chore you have to do. This will keep you from getting a bad attitude and make you less likely to give up.

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Crafting Blog

Today I would like to share with you a new blog!

Perhaps I Should Have Been Supervised is a crafty blog my sisters, cousins and I have started. We love to share our newest creations with each other and are inviting you to follow along!

You will be able to see the newest knitting project, what is cooking in the kitchen, sewing, embroidery, crafts, gardening, and whatever else strikes our fancy. We hope it inspires you as much as it does us.

Check out the new blog to see how to make these cute pincushions!

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Fido Is Good for Your Health

ByBob S Heiny

You probably know that having a pet is good for your health and can help you live a longer, happier life. A recent study actually showed that having a dog is better for your health than owning a cat. Pets of all kinds, especially dogs, will make a great addition to almost any family.

We know that getting plenty of exercise is essential to leading a healthy lifestyle, but some of us don't get up and move as much as we should. While most people have every intention of following an exercise plan, they end up skipping workouts because they're busy, bored by them, or just not in the mood. This is where having a dog is just great. What better motivator to get up and move and get outside do you have than a dog that jumps on your lap or gives you the sad face because they want to go for a walk? If you have the responsibility of a dog, you're going to have the motivation to move more often (especially if you don't have a fenced yard).

Did you know that touch can help make us feel more comfortable and relaxed? But it also doesn't have to be human touch. Studies have shown that the simple act of petting your animal can help reduce tension and cause an immediate drop in blood pressure. What a great benefit to have when so many common disorders today are helped or even preventable by reducing stress. Imagine being able to have lower blood pressure and less risk of heart disease simply by having your dog there. Of course, you should also consider that in some cases dogs can also raise your stress levels; a great reason to start rigorous dog training early and choosing the right kind of dog for you and your family.

Just like dogs, humans are social creatures. We feel better when there's someone else with us and can easily get lonely and upset when we are alone for extended periods of time. Having a pet at home can give us the feelings of love and attention. Plus, pets aren't like people, they don't care if we didn't do our chores, they show unconditional love that can improve our mood and make us feel more accepted. Dogs are so good at making people feel loved; they are often used to treat people with depression. It's hard to feel down when there's a constant smiling face by your side. The companionship of a dog is so beneficial that older people who live alone and have pets live longer than those who live alone and don't have pets.

So if you are thinking of getting a dog, but you are on the fence, remember that dogs can help you get fit, and make you feel less stressed or lonely. Studies have shown that people who own dogs get sick less often, recover much faster, and even live longer. A dog is a great loyal friend to have and keep around.

Would you like to be healthier YOU? Check here to find out how: Secrets to Ideal Fitness, and many more tips.

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Last Minute Mother's Day Gift Guide

Here it is by request: my last minute Mother's Day Gift Guide! One of these presents may or may not be something I'm gifting to my Mom. Hi Mom!

1. Decorative bowls for the chef
2. Make up case for the tennis lover
3. Yoga mat bag for the yogi mom
4. Can never go wrong with a pretty vase (to keep) with some added peonies
5. A personalized tray for the decor lover
6. Macarons and champagne to celebrate!
7. Initial enamel colorful bracelets-how fun!

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Logolardaki Gizli Semboller..

Birkaç ay önce öğrendiğim, gerçekten ilginç bir olayı anlatımı yayınlıyorum. En ünlü markaların logolarındaki inanılmaz gizli özellikleri anlatıyor.

Amazon

Alttan geçen ok, iki anlam taşıyor. Birincisi, "Burada A'dan Z'ye herşey bulunuyor" mesajını taşıyor. İkincisi ok, gülümseyen bir yüz çağrışımı yapıp, müşteri memnuniyetinin sağlanacağı mesajını veriyor.

Milwaukee Brewers

(B ve M) harfleri yumruk şeklinde yapılmış..

FedEx

"E" ve "X" harfleri arasında oluşan oku gerçekten çok az kişi fark ediyor..

Toblerone

Şirketin amblemine, dikkatli bakarsanız dağ ve içine gizlenmiş bir ayı göreceksiniz. Ayı, İsviçre Bern şehrinin sembolüdür.

Hope For African

İlk bakışta Afrika Kıtası haritası gibi görünse de dikkatli bakınca iki kişi birbirine bakıyor göreceksiniz...

Big 10

T harfinin her iki tarafına da gizli 11 yerleştirilmiştir..

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En hızlı tarayıcı daha da hızlanıyor!

Tarayıcılar içinde Chrome'un diğer tarayıcılardan daha hızlı olduğu herkes tarafından bilinen bir gerçek. Google'ın üzerinde çalıştığı yeni bir teknoloji Chrome'un bu hızına hız katacak.

Yeni Chrome'da kullanılacak V8 JavaScript motoru geliştirileceği ve bu özellikleri sayesinde sadece ihtiyaç olan fonksiyonları sayfaya yükleyeceği Google'ın yazılım mühendislerinden alınan bilgiler arasında. Bu özellik sayesinde daha hızlı optimize edilen sayfalarla küçük JavaScript programlarısonderece hızlı yükleniyor.



Tarayıcı ile yapılan testlerde, V8'li Chrome'un hızının öncekine göre yaklaşık yüzde 25 arttığını görüldü. V8 özelliği, çalışan programı bir anti virüs gibi sürekli ve detaylı bir şekilde inceliyor. Bu JavaScript motorunda bulunan sayaçlar JavaScript fonksiyonlarının ne sıklıkta döngüye girdiğini takip ediyor ve geçen zamanları hesaplıyor. Böylece programlardaki sorunlar da daha çabuk algılanıyor.

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Preparing Exercise Routines For Weight Loss Must Include Self Motivation

ByAmanda A. Smith

Before you start thinking of the best exercise routines for weight loss, you must first understand the importance of motivating yourself to render such activities. Involving yourself in any kind of strenuous activities such as this can be the most challenging tasks that you need to take on order to slim down and boost your body's metabolism in order to burn fats faster.

Your goal in losing the extra fat will always involve a set of daily sweat boosting activities that you should do regularly. Therefore, knowing how to motivate yourself to carrying out some exercise routines for weight loss is necessary if you want to achieve positive results in no time.

The first thing that you have to do in order to get motivated to exercise is to think that you have to do it. You must set your mind to it so that your body will follow. You have to make yourself believe that doing this is important not only when it comes to your looks, but to your health as well.

Here are some reasons why you need to consider such sweat boosting activities to promote fat reduction and health improvement:

You will be able to increase your body's metabolism and pump up your body's energy to continue doing the exercise routines for weight loss.

It will keep your bones strong and healthy.

It will make your muscles flexible enough, to avoid the risk of further injuries when exercising.

Exercising will avoid the risk of health issues pertaining to heart ailments and other cardiovascular diseases. Moreover, it can also prevent other types of diseases such as diabetes 2 and other life threatening diseases, such as cancer. At the same time that you are aiming to reduce your body weight.

The best way to be motivated to exercise is to always be mindful of your set goals. You might want to set what is realistically achievable so that you will not lose your motivation as you are going through the process. Some say that, in order to get motivated to workout, you need to stop thinking of it as an activity that will require too much effort from you. Instead, the best way on how to get motivated to workout is to think of it as a fun and enjoyable activity that you can spend with your family and friends.

Once you already understand the art of motivating yourself in performing exercise routines for weight loss, you can start exploring the different workout activities that can promote fat burning and body trimming, which you can easily combine with any diet plans you are currently following.

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How To: Eat A Burrito

Mr. Lovely is from Back East. When he first came to California, he was a burrito virgin. Okay, sure, he may have had one of those things that are kind of wet and slimy and covered with red sauce and come with a side of rice and beans. Those are good, but in California, that is not the kind of burrito we are referring to when we talk about a burrito. There is a certain kind of burrito; it is bigger than your head.

And there is a certain way to eat this burrito. Don't be like Mr. Lovely and pull all the (2 layers!) of foil off, exposing the naked tortilla! Don't get pollo asada all over your hands!! Keep the re-fried beans from going all over your lap! Don't embarrass yourself!

I am here to keep that from happening to you. Hopefully we caught it in time.

How to eat a San Francisco Burrito like a local: 

(1) Start with the key players laid out. The burrito. The salt. The chips. The salsa. Napkins.

(2) Now, this is important. There are two layers of foil. Remove the outer layer only. Now, tear only the top portion of the inner foil layer off, leaving about half of the foil at the bottom to hold onto as you eat.

(3) As you eat the burrito, tear the foil down little by little, always leaving yourself a hand hold. Not only does this keep your hand from touching the burrito, but it keeps the juices from landing on your lap.

(4) More of the same. I also like to add salt and salsa little by little to each bite and scoop up that and any excess innards with chips as I move down the burrito.

(6) Even when you get to almost the very bottom, you still have clean hands!

(7) At the very bottom, once you have only a few bites left, remove the remaining foil. Quickly take the few bites, so as to not make a mess. OR eat all three bites as one bite, covering your mouth with aforementioned napkins. Or not. Nobody will judge.

And there you have it. Now you are ready for an experience of a lifetime! Now the only question is, what kind of burrito will you try first?

How do you eat YOUR burrito? Do you have a food that is specific to your area? What food eating rituals do you follow?

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Building A Gym At Home

Let's assume that you are at the point of decision: you are going to build your own exercise domain, and as previously blogged, you have already decided to include your children in this enterprise and take advantage of this opportunity to be with your kids while they grow up. And, of course, you can always enter your home gym by yourself and work out to your heart's content because you have the keys to both doors!

Now let's place the home gym equipment in your home gym! I see that Matt Weik, a bodybuilding expert for BodyBuilding.com has ranked five separate Home Gyms from respected companies for price, customer service, quality of product, and warranties, convenience, need for maintenance and size of equipment. Out of these, I would choose for myself a machine that has a lifetime warranty, and a weight stack loader (a little cheaper). The price of this would be moderate and would fit into the garage conversion plans and still accommodate the children's work-out area.

Place the equipment in your Home Gym Room so there is plenty of room around the "kids corner" for the other play and resting that children do. ( Remember that you have already laid a piece of second-hand carpet, bound or unbound, on your garage floor). I like the idea of throwing down two or three large pillows on the floor for wiggle time for the kids. Because the above equipment has all the necessities already on it, you do not have to buy each piece separately. Since you now have a basis for strength training you can consider a stationary bike for aerobic training.

For aerobic/cardio training be aware that your heart gets used to the same exercises day after day and it becomes more difficult to burn calories and you must work harder and longer to achieve the same results. So, for exercising your heart, you should have at least two different ways of exercising. These can be done without machines as high impact, high intensity routines with no rest for a period of time. One of these choices could be a good jump rope. These exercises, used alternately, will guarantee that you are increasing your natural abilities and will be ready for a challenge to your body and will comprise the balance of your Home Gym.

If you wish to further embellish this hallowed place, find a couple of posters that the kids will like, maybe let them pick out what they want. For the sake of your own boredom, or desire to have something to think about while you exercise, why not write out a copy in large black letters of the exercises you plan to carry out and hang them where you can see them and adhere to them each day. Also, there are posters galore that will motivate you to "stay focused," books to read while on the stationery bicycle, maybe some nutritional reminders for the whole family. Put up a "before" picture if you are in it for weight loss and follow-up at goal time with an "after" picture. This is part of the fun of exercising, because you know you and your family will be happier and healthier and look 100% better!

Margaret Heaps is a native born Californian who sees life as not long enough to fit everything in. She hopes to make a success of her new website.

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