01/15/2020
Its mid Jan and some people are falling off the health train. Gyms are a little less crowded, and the winter blues are starting to settle in as the Christmas credit card statements arrive. π³ π
January has two meanings in the same month.
1. Hope and new beginnings
2. Winter blues, lack of sunlight and lack of motivation .
For those who believe it's a fresh start, pause for a moment when you feel a little behind and remember why you started and what your end goal is. Drive through the plateaus because this IS your year. Every step is progression! πππͺ
For those who suffer from S.A.D. ( seasonal affective disorder ) get in that vit D supplement of about 6-7000 per day. Sit near a window when you can and feel the hot sun coming through. Continue your gym journey as it releases endorphins that make you happy. Eat a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits and be mindful of your health when it comes to diet. Garbage in, garbage out.π
Find a gym partner or coach to help keep you motivated. Not everyone can afford a holiday in the sun so create your own adventure by taking proper care of yourself. Hot Epsom salts baths, home spa treatments and catching up on some good reading are some of the self care treatments I find effective. π
My trick? I wear bright colors and play upbeat music when I workout. I focus on the positive of each day and always try to have fun with my clients. Even in the bakery which is pretty sterile looking, I crank the tunes and sing out loud. Life is hard yes, but becoming consumed by negativity and self sabotage only makes it worse.
Be the light in the darkness π―