"Pursue your goals, but never lose sight of the reality of things." -Amy Suto
Catching Elephant is a theme by Andy Taylor
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What do I eat for breakfast? Organic low-sodium low-sugar oatmeal, a banana, and Greek Yogurt. It definitely helps keep my energy up so I can do the things I love, like ride into the sunset on a llama.
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The Reality of You
Why do you need strength training (and not more cardio!) to lose weight?
Why are men more attracted to women who smile, but not vice-versa?
How can you pick clothes that flatter your figure?
What are the 7 secrets to being happy?
Welcome to RealityofYou.com! Health, beauty and happiness all in one self-improvement site. It’s basically ground zero for all things you.
I’m also launching a Twitter with daily health tips and two other Reality Check blogs (including The Reality of Happy!). But more on that later.
Don’t worry — Reality of Healthy will still be operating in full swing, thanks to my superior time management skills. And gratuitous amount of caffeine. (Yay to owning an espresso machine!) All of these other resources are meant to complement each other, and you have to check ‘em out!
Good luck on your journey to become a happier, healthier, beautiful version of you!
Diets don’t yield the kind of results that healthy living does. Think long-term!
Like the shake weight. Or shape-ups. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is!
How to Stick to Your Goals
Only 8% of people are always successful in achieving their resolutions. 19% achieve their resolutions every other year. 49% have infrequent success. 24% (one in four people) NEVER succeed and have failed on every resolution every year. That means that 3 out of 4 people almost never succeed.
You can be the 25% who succeed. Why? Because you’re my follower. And I kind of bet my brother that you would all reach your goals. I don’t like to lose bets. So… I’m counting on you!
5 WAYS TO STICK WITH YOUR RESOLUTIONS AND GOALS
- Gradually make changes! Some people go full speed ahead for the first two weeks in January, and then get burned out. Pace yourself! Life’s about energy management, not just time management. Start by going to the gym three times a week, and slowly work up to more days and more intense workouts.
- Take a day off each week in order to refocus. Take a rest day to evaluate your progress from the following week, and figure out what you can do better next week.
- Stay inspired. Print out inspirational quotes and hang them on your wall. Sing “WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS” after every workout. High five other runners you meet on your morning run. This is a journey! Enjoy every step of the way, and find ways to keep your morale up!
- Keep it fun. Go hiking with friends. Challenge the people in your house to come up with new smoothie recipes, and offer a prize to the winner. (Like no chores for a week!)
- Know where you’re headed. AKA: PLAN! Know where you want to be, and plan out the steps to get there.
READER SUBMISSIONS
First off, I love checking in with you guys to see how your goals are doing. These are my favorite entries from yesterday’s question!
- bringingmetoneverland answered: Haha, just saying (since I’m Greek) You basically said Good Morning beautiful friends! :)
Yes! Google translate success! Also: Greek is pretty much the most awesome language ever. I envy you.
- jofromscratch answered: I’m working harder everyday. I’m logging my food, working out whenever I can, and keeping a positive attitude. Trite but true.
Role model alert!
- 90daystoamazing answered: i personally never had a resolution, but i am starting my 90 day challenege on the first right now im conditioning myself for the p90x part.
You’re in for a treat! P90x is one of the best programs out there: challenging and engaging. Good luck!!
- runatic-lavings answered: My New Year’s resolution has been to stick to my soda restriction, which I believe has been going splendidly! And I’ve grown fond of seltzer.
*virtual high five* Same here! Great job!
- mypersonalrollercoaster answered: I had one resolution to help me meet my goals for the year: cut out all meat & dairy. So far, so good. 25 days in!
Wow! Veganism = fantastic goal for so many health reasons.
- awesomeness2 answered: What resolution? I am doing it for my health not a resolution.
Dude. You are my hero.
This may or may not be inspired by this hilarious clip from Parks and Rec.
How do I treat myself? Coldplay albums, candles, and an awesome fruit salad! (yes, food related, but it’s healthy, so nbd)
How do you treat yourself?
Interesting article from MayoClinic:
But don’t forget the sunscreen.
Five months from now, you’ll be doing something awesome with someone who is equally awesome…
Everything You Need to Know About Weight Loss and Health!
- Ever wondered how junk food is like heroin?
- Want to know if exercising will help you feel less tired?
- Does fasting work?
- What is starvation mode? How does it prevent weight loss?
- Is coffee healthy?
- Just want to hear silly banter about canoe slaloming and suffer through my Back to the Future references?
Go to my “ANSWERED QUESTIONS” page! All of the best, most relevant answers to your burning fitness, health, and weight loss questions.
Recipe for success:
- Sleep at least 6+ hours a night
- Drink enough water each day
- Exercise 4-6 days a week (with at least one day/week for strength training!)
- Stay determined! Don’t let the scale get you down!
- Feed yourself the right foods!
- Don’t stress! Enjoy each day.
Follow these rules and you’ll get there in no time :)
Source: From this Prevention video.
