Happy Healthy New Year!

Hello everyone!

2009 is a new year with new goals.  I don't believe in New Year's resolutions.  Often times, they are unrealistic, far too rigid, or quite possibly there is no thought as to a method of achieving them!  I'm using 2009 to make smaller changes that can be adapted to little by little.  

Your health should be one of your top priorities.  People who are busy (and some that are not so busy) will find every excuse in the book to put off doing something for your own personal health.  This is one of the worst things you can do!  Now - I don't mean that you need to be at the gym (or on a Spin bike!) every single day.  I mean doing SMALL things throughout your day to contribute to your health.  It could be as simple as...

• taking the stairs instead of the elevator at work
• selecting a healthy salad with grilled chicken for lunch (instead of a burger and fries!)
• shoveling your own driveway (instead of paying the kid next door to do it)

As a Spinning instructor, I've seen a trend in people losing weight when they first start working out.  After that first couple of months, they start to plateau.  No more weight loss, no more compliments from friends about the weight you've lost.  You take a Spinning class three times a week and the number on the scale isn't moving!  What am I doing wrong -- you ask? 

You do the same workout every week, expecting different results.  It's time for a change!  Try expanding your workout to include something you're not used to doing.  If you're a hardcore Spinning addict, try incorporating some weight training into your week -- or yoga, or pilates!  Be sure to pay attention to your body and notice how they will change your body.

So - what about if you already have a well-rounded variety in your workout and still aren't seeing the results that you'd like?  

Have you taken a look at your diet lately?  There's no better time than the present to evaluate your eating habits.  Have you thought about keeping a journal of everything you eat in order to get a realistic picture of how many calories you intake everyday?  

I hope that this blog encourages you to look at 2009 as a turning point in your health!  

Check back often for new posts.  I'm looking forward to feedback on your progress as well!  

Here's to your health!