What I learned from yoga class

I cant believe how fast the end of the year is approaching. The kids are finally back in school and we are full swing into the activities and the school year rhythm. Over the last month I have been in a life transition of growth so to speak. I realized that I was living life very quickly and needed to take a breather and live with day with intention-- enjoying everyday to the fullest instead of what lies ahead or the exciting things that are happening in my future.<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiZm3EoT7UtRucPoXv3fv4LFrTVI20KWVAxxDCwKmMUh5X1V-9RvjO13OFLdBBaUiXq4mamRLaJR2o21j1bbMWRjuVZNPPHlL4pqvq6lCiGa7rr9eXAJpuZENT9w_d5vG2NsnJVqXnw8mp/s1600/12065475_10208173282235485_408962989065464269_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="What I learned from yoga class" border="0" height="233" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiZm3EoT7UtRucPoXv3fv4LFrTVI20KWVAxxDCwKmMUh5X1V-9RvjO13OFLdBBaUiXq4mamRLaJR2o21j1bbMWRjuVZNPPHlL4pqvq6lCiGa7rr9eXAJpuZENT9w_d5vG2NsnJVqXnw8mp/s400/12065475_10208173282235485_408962989065464269_n.jpg" title="What I learned from yoga class" width="400" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> I will be the last to think that I find a solution in a yoga class. I am not the yoga person so to speak-- or so i thought. I honestly had this idea of stretching and low intensity workouts and my inner ADD was screaming heck no. But, What I have found is that it is much more then that. A lot more then that actually. The practice has taught me how to focus on the positive thoughts throughout my day rather then the negative and to dismiss the thoughts that do not serve me.<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4PHEXqVXVBI2b-ffKnG84b34eAcvituAIa-NirHXUkLvQCvmYjtNIuBwtxCi3O4g839dpI4MErw_5YkO4XHjoPxHCGhCVGjrGIN6yaQKQZRtkBCxiBV5hDzxKMeh3o9FZFZR35UzYilsM/s1600/12063704_10208143689575687_1552757309027438363_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="What I learned from yoga class - Truly we can" border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4PHEXqVXVBI2b-ffKnG84b34eAcvituAIa-NirHXUkLvQCvmYjtNIuBwtxCi3O4g839dpI4MErw_5YkO4XHjoPxHCGhCVGjrGIN6yaQKQZRtkBCxiBV5hDzxKMeh3o9FZFZR35UzYilsM/s320/12063704_10208143689575687_1552757309027438363_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> <br /> As a business mentor and health coach this is so important and something that I believe any dream chaser has to spend time working on this practice. We have to love ourselves and believe in ourselves and we can not move fully into our greatest potential until we have a clear vision and unlimiting belief that we can accomplish anything that we set our minds too.<br /> <br /> Because truly we can.<br /> <br /> This is coming from someone who was struggled with eating disorders, was the queen of comparison and self doubt and tried to live this life according to everyone elses standards.<br /> <br /> I felt suffocated. I felt like I was not enough and who I was to start a business helping others when I could not even help myself.<br /> <br /> But, the truth is that my past and my experience is exactly why people will listen to me and why I can help them---- because I have been there before and I know that it is not a place where you have to be stuck forever.<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsVgF4ZVAZWI5CB43wm5VNEGwe3DIRIZpM2HWlHKZWG8U-3DpOP3lDamdEcGX9-a5lIeJIxkoEY5dpSz97w6m8sEbk-MfdxFyT55u9Glz43OIhDCKUDva-bRnWxhrM1WWLxPSOgJinzS_K/s1600/12096225_10208151331766737_3023625263450287636_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ONE LOVE PROJECT" border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsVgF4ZVAZWI5CB43wm5VNEGwe3DIRIZpM2HWlHKZWG8U-3DpOP3lDamdEcGX9-a5lIeJIxkoEY5dpSz97w6m8sEbk-MfdxFyT55u9Glz43OIhDCKUDva-bRnWxhrM1WWLxPSOgJinzS_K/s320/12096225_10208151331766737_3023625263450287636_n.jpg" title="ONE LOVE PROJECT" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Our past is just our past. It is to learn and grow from. It does not determine your future.<br /> <br /> What lies between your ears does.<br /> <br /> So if you ask what determines your success I will tell you that the answer lies in the thoughts and the beliefs that you tell yourself. You have to start by changing the way you think about yourself and the opportunities that present themselves daily in your life.<br /> <br /> Just because you have tried and failed something in the past does not mean that you are a failure.<br /> <br /> It means that you get up and look for the silver lining and try try again.<br /> <br /> There will never be a greater motivator then internal motivation that sets a soul on fire.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCnmSMGJhtuTJ3YrYmi3nnPg0CFUfXDeXZYIWP7AhXjfqjKe1AgAkvlk7tr35nhIbNMapJXPdepUZSydHwA17SWLtd-27IQ1MvF5slGSXLuWNAg_ZCMtogjf5TFfA1KN5O1EUoB9GJsd1o/s1600/12074737_10208191950502180_8796460123894039723_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Alyssa Shoemaker - Love Project" border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCnmSMGJhtuTJ3YrYmi3nnPg0CFUfXDeXZYIWP7AhXjfqjKe1AgAkvlk7tr35nhIbNMapJXPdepUZSydHwA17SWLtd-27IQ1MvF5slGSXLuWNAg_ZCMtogjf5TFfA1KN5O1EUoB9GJsd1o/s320/12074737_10208191950502180_8796460123894039723_n.jpg" title="Alyssa Shoemaker - Love Project" width="313" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> I have learned so much from this experience over the last month that I am going to be sharing with you a series I am calling the ONE LOVE PROJECT.<br /> <br /> I am a firm believer in personal development and working on yourself first and foremost so that you can bring the best you to this world and have the ability to serve others in a more rich experience.<br /> <br /> Life is about creating, growing and learning to love ourselves so that we can fully come alive and live with no regrets or limitations.<br /> <br />  When we believe in ourselves is when we can speak our truth and live unapplogetically. This is my greatest wish for you.<br /> <br /> COME ALIVE.<br /> <br /> One love project--- episode 1 Internal Motivation<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <iframe allowfullscreen="" class="YOUTUBE-iframe-video" data-thumbnail-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5_I3L0jUrIo/0.jpg" frameborder="0" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5_I3L0jUrIo?feature=player_embedded" width="320"></iframe></div> <br /> <br /> <br /> If my message serves you today I ask that you pass it forward to others that may need to hear the lesson. Help them realize the importance of finding that interval motivation and drive.<br /> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #464646; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> I’d love to help you grow in leadership, and grow your team this year!</div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #464646; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> For daily inspiration and business insights, follow me on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/alyssaschomakerfitness" target="_blank">Facebook</a></div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #464646; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> For weekly training and lessons, subscribe to my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7EFRCXJ5RwwR2ksZ33khEg" style="border: 0px; color: #e33d62; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">YouTube show</a>. </div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #464646; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> For 1;1 coaching or to receive mentorship and training from me please contact me <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #464646; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 22px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Together we can. Together we will. ONE LOVE.</div> <div> <br /></div> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />

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What I learned from yoga class

I cant believe how fast the end of the year is approaching. The kids are finally back in school and we are full swing into the activities an...

Is it Time to Switch Up Your Workout Routine?

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO9f06-ccJA63IwPKngEMM-K8-WDhqcqp7oy97y83hzgVi7O6By84jeqKD55dzgsAEa1iW64WJEmCSeeSDOh_v2ezypSPhvluxFza1Ja5c_ZIvuMbZrjxxopE_nZZcrGwdgg-MJ3oznsoY/s1600/workout+routine.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO9f06-ccJA63IwPKngEMM-K8-WDhqcqp7oy97y83hzgVi7O6By84jeqKD55dzgsAEa1iW64WJEmCSeeSDOh_v2ezypSPhvluxFza1Ja5c_ZIvuMbZrjxxopE_nZZcrGwdgg-MJ3oznsoY/s640/workout+routine.jpg" title="exercise weights" width="640" /></a></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you wondering if you should be changing your workout routine? Maybe you are struggling with motivation at the gym or not seeing the results that you expected. Here a six reasons that you may want to consider changing up your workout routine:</span></span></div> <b id="docs-internal-guid-e0b2240d-2853-1f0d-0afc-63dc8a138dd2" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Boredom</span></b></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you’re so bored at the gym that you do not feel like doing anything, it is time to modify your workout routine. You have to be dedicated to the workout, though! If you are the type of person that wants to switch it up after only 1-week, it would be in your best interest to try to motivate yourself to stick with your routine for at least a month. This will help you get the results you desire. </span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you have been doing the same routine for months and it is just not motivating or energizing you anymore, it is time to switch up the routine! Try changing your form of cardio or switching one of your strengthening moves to a different exercise that works the same muscles. </span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Not Seeing Results</span></b></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Working out consistently and not seeing immediate results can be discouraging. Make sure you have realistic expectations for yourself and physical fitness. You cannot walk into a gym and leave the gym the same day with a different body. Be patient with yourself and notice the small changes! </span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you have been following a consistent workout plan, and you still are not seeing the appropriate results, make sure you are using proper form, and consider consulting with a trainer. If that workout just isn’t working for you, definitely consider trying a different position and implementing it into your workout routine.</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Injury</span></b></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you are injured, it is necessary to modify your workout routine. Do not just stop exercising! Let your body heal, but do it in a healthy active way, so the rest of your body does not suffer due to an isolated injury. Modify your workout routine until you are back to full physical health.</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Schedule</span></b></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Maybe you have had a schedule change in your life, and your workout routine has to be modified to fit. That’s okay, just make sure you are getting in all the important aspects of your workout and that you are still noticing results over time. </span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Not Challenging</span></b></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is a big one! If you find your workout is too easy and that you can do it without thinking about it, you should definitely switch up your routine! A workout should be a challenge, it is the only way to see results. If you are not pushing yourself to a new level, reevaluate your workout routine and learn new ways to challenge yourself! It may mean increasing your distance on the treadmill, increasing resistance on the elliptical, or reaching a new level of weight during strength training. Just find what works for you!</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tired</span></b></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you are no longer feeling energized by your workout routine, you may be pushing yourself too much. A good workout should leave you feeling refreshed, not lethargic or exhausted. You may need to take a few rest days and modify your workout routine to something less strenuous. The time spent recovering is just as important as the time spent in the gym.</span></span></div> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: 14.666666666666666px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are looking for someone to guide you on your fitness journey </span><a href="http://www.afitnurse.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-size: 14.666666666666666px; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">contact me</span></a><span style="font-size: 14.666666666666666px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">! I would love to help you live a healthier lifestyle and help you become the best version of yourself!</span></span>

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Is it Time to Switch Up Your Workout Routine?

Are you wondering if you should be changing your workout routine? Maybe you are struggling with motivation at the gym or not seeing the r...