be the best version of yourself

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Demons by Amy Kennedy

Usually I’m working out after an 8 hour day of work/class and sometimes I am just NOT feeling it. But consistency is key and exercise is important!!! So I have a few tricks up my sleeve to get my booty to the gym (so I can grow that booty)

1. Drink water. Hydration is everything!! And sometimes all you need is a big ol bottle of ice water to wake you up and make you feel super refreshed.

2. Splash water on your face. Sometimes I’ll just splash some cold water on my face to invigorate me, so simple but so effective.

3. Have a snack. Preferably some carbs and protein. I like almonds and orange slices, crackers and hummus, banana and almond butter, and my current fav, whole wheat bread with half an avocado, sea salt, and EVOO. Droooling.

4. Do a quick warm up. Sometimes I’ll do some basic calisthenics just to remind my body how good it feels to move. A few minutes of jumping jacks, burpees, or squat jumps can really wake you up and do wonders for your energy levels.

5. Update your playlist. New music always gets me so jazzed to workout!! Spend a few minutes downloading some new jams to get you real hype to go hard at the gym.

6. Have some caffeine. A lot of studies have shown that caffeine before a workout can be really effective. I like to have a cup of green tea, my friends do espresso shots, whatever works for you!! (Dark chocolate works great as well)

7. Remind yourself why you’re working out. Most of us have fitness goals whether that’s running faster, lifting stronger, losing weight, or looking hot in a bikini (or maybe all of the above!!!). Spending a couple minutes meditating on your goal before a workout can really bring about some powerful feelings of intention and focus.

8. Get a workout buddy. Working out with someone and having a schedule really holds you accountable. It’s easier to let yourself down and not go to the gym than to let your friend down and not show up, you know.

9. Do an at home workout instead. There’s soooo many awesome videos out there on the internet so if you really don’t want to go to the gym, you can easily find a killer workout video of your choice on the web.

10. Take a warm up walk outside. Fresh air and nature are really quite powerful. When I’m feeling sleepy, I find that just being outside and breathing in fresh air for a few minutes really does wake me up and make me feel more energized for my work out.

11. And of course, take a rest day and listen to your body. If you’ve been going hard for weeks and you’re feeling tired, just take a day off and don’t beat yourself up over it!!!! The gym will always be there tomorrow and your body will be grateful for the break.

Xoxo

I am risking nothing

I AM SORRY FOLLOWERS, I LOVE MY MOMMY

Will not risk.

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can help

Control your weight

Lower your risk of heart disease

Lower your risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome

Lower your risk of some cancers

Strengthen your bones and muscles

Improve your mental health and mood

Improve your ability to do daily activities and prevent falls, if you’re an older adult

Increase your chances of living longer

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This recipe makes 14 sweet lil protein balls!

I made these so I snack on 3-4 of them while at work instead of eating something processed or unhealthy.

Ingredients: -1 cup oat flour -1/2c coconut flour -2 mashed bananas -1tsp vanilla extract -1/2tsp ground cinnamon -2tbsp peanut butter -1 scoop vanilla protein powder -pinch of pink salt

Directions: Blend 1 cup of rolled oats in a blender until it becomes oat flour. Transfer to a bowl and add in the rest of the dry ingredients. Add in the peanut butter and mashed banana until it forms a big ol ball. Then separate 14 little balls and there you go!

I think itd be super awesome to roll these in chocolate chips, or flax seeds etc but I just made this as a plain version.