We are all busy working out and keeping our bodies fit, but what about our brains?
Want to learn more? Then check out this week’s edition of the Blogging Boomers Carnival is being held this week at So Baby Boomer.
Are you going on a cruise or somewhere warm for the holidays? Have you started thinking about a New Year’s resolution that would require dieting…?
We sure admire Faith Hill. Can you believe she has 3 kids? We are not saying that we all have to look this perfect, but it sure is fun to see someone over 40 looking this hot! (Or as we like to say…looking Age-mazing!) This photo of Faith on the cover of Shape Magazine, is the perfect thing to print out and put on the fridge for inspiration to stay on track!
If you need a new fun way to work out , we love using our Mark Lebert Equalizer. You can check it out here!
Mark Lebert on the Equilizer
A recent FAF reader wrote to us and asked, “What are the best ways to stay healthy and fit?”
We all know that if we can get our bodies looking at least “fit”, than buying and looking good in clothes will be a lot easier! So we passed off the question to our favorite Health and Wellness Guru, Lisa Crisalle, (owner of www.OverFortyFitandFabulous.com) and here is her answer:
After 40 we generally find it more challenging to “stay on track” however here are a few quick tips to help you feel and look great (at any age)!
1st – Stay active, keep moving and choose activities that you LOVE! So, next time you go to the mall, park farther away and walk! Choose the stairs over the elevator and take advantage of the summertime and plan more outdoor activities (like hiking, biking or power walking). In fact, next time you plan time to get together with your girlfriends – meet them at a park or hiking trail with a bottle of water (instead of meeting and sharing a bottle of wine). If you have children (or a dog), take them to the park and throw a Frisbee (when is the last time you did that?) How about joining a Zumba class (never heard of it – check with your local YMCA or gym).
The key is – Have Fun!!
2nd - Choose what I call an 80/20 clean eating meal plan. What do I mean by that? Simple – 80% of the time stick to fresh produce, and unprocessed foods. Lean proteins such as chicken breasts, white fish, and lean fillet mignon, or low-fat cottage cheese. And, always combine a protein with a complex carbohydrate (rice, yams, oatmeal, multi-grain bread) and fresh vegetables. Keep your fresh fruit to mornings and lunch and avoid fruit juice.
Since it is still summer time, take advantage of your local farmer’s markets and have fun with color! Stay away from sodas at all costs, and processed foods – they will gunk you up and slow you down. That means that 20% of the time (each week), allow yourself some freedom with a nice glass of wine, a special desert, or an extra slice of bread with butter.
The key is to plan for the 20% (if you have a special event, or get-together with friends). Plan for it and you won’t “fall off the wagon.” Be sure to get right back to your 80% and you will feel amazing.
3rd – Your mindset is key. Set a goal of where you would like to be and what EXACTLY that would look like. What clothes or outfit will you be wearing, how will you feel, and how will you carry yourself? Remember, you have choices every day. Make the best choices at least 80% of the time (I truly recommend pushing it to a 90/10 split if you are truly on a mission), and that will leave you a little “fudge factor” for your special times. Use pictures as reminders and visualizing techniques are truly effective.
Most importantly, KEEP IT FUN!! Because when you feel great, you feel empowered and it is a beautiful upward spiral. ~Lisa Crisalle, CFNS
Have you looked in the mirror lately and said, “Yuck, when did that happen?”
We’ve been talking to fitness expert, Lisa Crisalle about how to be fit and fabulous after 40! On the call Lisa, gave us tons of her tips on how to get rid of our tummy pooches, among other things.
She’s created a new fitness program to help midlife women set a goal and stay motivated to reach it! It’s called:OVER 40 FIT AND FABULOUS!
This 12 week program combines:
To see Lisa’s transformation take place right before your eyes! Click Here.
Did you know that wearing a heart rate monitor is one of the best ways to keep you motivated during exercising?
Tired of carrying around a clunky heart rate monitor at the gym? To eliminate this less-than-glamorous accessory, Numetrex has created a line of clothing that contains tiny sensors which track your heart rate and relay it to a heart rate monitor watch.
Wow! Its built right into the the jogging bra, so it makes it easy!
If you need more motivation, be on the look out for our next FREE Tele-seminar, with fitness guru, Lisa Crisalle! More info to come soon!
We came across a GREAT blog recently, to help those who are trying to lose weight and just need a little support.
Over at Slim People In Progress, you can be part of an inspiring group of people from all across the country who are dieting and exercising, while staying in touch via email.
Our friend Denise Wakeman and founder of The Blog Squad, just 2 years ago, found herself in her mid 40′s with about 30 pounds to loose. Knowing that she might really stick with it, she convinced a friend to do it with her and they both signed up for Weight Watchers!
Denise is a blogger in real life (www.buildabetterblog.com) and so started up Slim People in Progress, to document and help inspire others like herself to share tips, trials and successes.
She says that the site has helped her stay motivated and loved hearing other’s resources.
“I’ve lost 30 pounds since I started and work out now more than ever, and I have even trained for a 1/2 marathon!”, says Wakeman. “I have it all documented on the site!”
What started off as a weight watchers support group, has now morphed into a weight loss and fitness site!
We think its great, so check it out! www.slim-people.com
P.S. If you want to be a guest blogger on the site, just go to the site and check out the “Why this Blog Started” article!
Are you going to be going on a cruise this summer?
Do you want to make sure that when your on the dance floor at your next wedding that your moves are "with it" and current?
Do you need to spice up your next girls night out party?
We came across a fun video that is a great alternative to traditional exercise!
Check it out… it just might spark a new hobby for you!!
If you have thought that you would like to learn to dance, this is your chance.
Have FUN!!!
Are you ready to get that Fabulous After 40 body into shape, but not so excited about spending hours and hours at the gym?
Well we found this awesome new workout trend created by Sheila Kelley. It’s called the S Factor and it’s a class that mixes ballet, yoga, pole dancing, and striptease to create a full body workout. Sheila Kelley’s workout promises to empower, enlighten and improve the lives of women everywhere.
Still skeptical…
she has been featured on Oprah!, Dancing with the Stars, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and The View.
Teri Hatcher, star of ABC’s Desperate Housewives says “It’s about empowerment…it’s about finding this place of comfort and confidence in your own body”.
To try it out in the comfort of your own home check out this new DVD, Sheila Kelley S Factor 1: The Beginning
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