Sparkle Up Buttercup

I think it’s really easy to stay in what’s comfortable and known. I tend to struggle with this a lot. It’s why

Ultimately, it is your commitment to the process that will determine your progress.

Oh I do love a comfort zone 🤦‍♀️ struggle is real, but I’ve learned so much growth happens outside of that. It takes getting uncomfortable to get better and grow. As humans we are wired for comfort. As people, we should be constantly changing and evolving. Get uncomfortable in your daily routine, challenge yourself, and grow to new levels. It’s not an easy road but a worthwhile one. Start eating healthier one meal at a time. It will be unfamiliar, but it will soon become your new normal. Schedule your workout times and habit stack it for better success- not my term- it’s from atomic habits. This is where you pair your desired behavior- aka your new process with an existing habit. Currently for me because I’ve been off my game- I let the dogs out every morning without fail. When I let them in, which clearly is also a necessity, I change into my workout clothes. I’ve gotten dressed for a workout, so instead of getting distracted by all 5 million things I could do instead, I workout. I’ve set my intentions clearly, and I follow through because I’ve made it easy.
As always

Bands, bands, and more bands! There are a variety of bands that are available. They are a great low cost way to add variation and a level of resistance to workouts.

So which one is best? I think they all serve a purpose- the long ones have versatility for compound moves such as a squat to press. The b***y bands are great for things like lateral squat walks, glute bridge, etc and can function in different ways. I don’t necessarily know if there is a better, but looking at what you’re trying to accomplish may impact which one you go for.

Either way these are really affordable and a great addition! Stay tuned for some band workouts…..

This has definitely been true for me- I don’t mean it to be discouraging. I mean for it to help us focus on our priorities. We can’t do all the things all the time. It took me a while to incorporate a healthy lifestyle in my life. I made small consistent changes that have helped me live healthier and feel better. There were many days I struggled to be consistent. Days were I was tempted to not workout, take care of my self care, or eat a lot of food that wasn’t going to nourish my body or serve me.

It is hard and a challenge to stick with things with how chaotic our lives can be. Once I finally set my boundaries- I was able to consistently hit different areas I was working to be consistent with. I had many struggles getting there though. So be patient and keep being mindful and aware. It will come along, don’t give up. Don’t let things slip- be persistent and work through the challenges. It is worthwhile but it isn’t always easy 💜

This has become part of my accountability plan. I don’t want to miss twice because twice, turns into three times, then a week and so on. As challenging as it is, if I don’t remind myself of this and my goals it’s very easy to have weeks go by.

It can definitely be a struggle, but I’ve been living this best I can- whether for workouts, healthy meals, or just in life in general. One can happen- we all miss one eventually. I’ve also had where I will continue to let it slide and days become weeks, and that’s what I’m trying to get away from during this time.

Sometimes it takes showing up messy and imperfect to make progress. Some days it doesn’t look how we imagined, but it’s important to show up.

What’s one goal/habit you’ve been working to not miss twice?

Being a busy woman on the go can be rough. It’s taken time to find different things that work for me to keep me on the healthy path.

Oftentimes when I don’t have a plan for all the things that can take me off course is when I struggle the most. There are so many times that it can happen between work and the kids- I wouldn’t eat healthy the majority of the time. It’s about balance, but I lived that way getting what was easy and convenient for all my meals. I felt so sluggish and weighed down. It just doesn’t work for me to be at my best.

So I’ve made changes and gotten healthier and learned that the time I plan and I’m prepared is when I can be at my best. It's also taken time to see what a healthy, balanced lifestyle looks like for me. I’ve put together some of the ways that help me stay on course throughout a busy day in the latest blog post.

Hint- smoothies of course made the list, such versatile goodness that can be mixed up all the time to prevent any boredom.

What are some of your struggle points throughout the day and staying committed to your desired healthy lifestyle?

https://www.sparkleupbuttercup.com/single-post/managing-the-busy-on-the-go-life

Happy Friday!! A little Friday thought to get you going into the weekend.
I am guilty of thinking everything has to be perfect and sometimes that’s even an excuse we use not to start. It’s actually consistent showing up that allows us to progress.
There are days where my workout is meh and my eating isn’t all there and that’s how it is sometimes. The goal is never 100%.
It can be really hard to show up consistently. Don’t let the fear of imperfection get in the way of showing up. We all start somewhere. Show up for two minutes, five minutes, whatever you have. The point is you’re showing up and consistent showing up starts to build habits. Start replacing one meal with healthier options. Keep compounding your habits and goals. Remember this takes time- not the answer everyone wants.
It may not be pretty or perfect every day but we’ll still sparkle as we build our healthy habits. Set the goal easy, attainable, and manageable. We can build five minutes to ten and so on. We start eating one healthy meal a week then build to two, three, and so on.

Benefits to working out are many. It’s great for our mental health, cardiovascular health, bone density, and just our overall well-being! It can be hard knowing how to get into a good routine, what a good workout routine and program look like, and sometimes it’s too easy to skip the workout with life pulling us in all different directions.

We all want to look and feel our best, but it can be difficult to put in the consistent work of showing up and making it a priority and habit. There are a few different ways to layer in accountability- let’s face it, we’re less likely to cancel if our time is set with a friend or a professional. Get a workout buddy, pay for a class, or hire a personal trainer.

If you’re looking to take action on your health goals this will give you the accountability to stay with a set program and make those changes happen. I have several options available to help you meet your goals. I have online programming where you work out from a set program designed for you and your needs, and we check-in at various times depending on the program selected. For those in the area, I have in-person training available in the comfort of your home (can be done outside as well if you prefer a more socially distanced approach). We get a solid foundation and form in place and progress. I also have a hybrid option that allows for in-person and online. A variety of options to meet your comfort, needs, and budget. Shoot me a message, and we can discuss in more detail!