The Health Halo Effect

 Motivation vs Dedication, what's the difference?

Motivation: the general desire or willingness of someone to do something Dedication: the quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose

Why did I compare those 2 definitions?

With fitness A LOT of people think they lack motivation, but in reality, they lack the dedication - to that area (we will get there in a moment). Wanting to work out, looking into workout programs/TikTok's/trainers, planning it, thinking about the body/health changes you want - that's all your motivation working. Don't worry, we have more ways to boost motivation (and keep it going to reach dedication below).

But dedication? Dedication, you have. Like brushing your teeth every day. We have dedication to things that matter to us, that we prioritize, and that we do even when we don't want to. We just have to make our fitness and health fall into that category. Often, we don't. We focus on the motivation to keep us going, but that isn't what gets us through our rough spots - it's our dedication.

Be dedicated to becoming a fitter, healthier you and maintaining it once you hit your goal.

We are over worked, have a lot of things going on with family, with friends, with work, with the house...it's never ending. The reasons you're tired or feel like you don't have time are endless, especially if you look for them.

Did you scroll on social media today? That was time for some squats, wall sits, push-ups, planks (etc). Watch TV at night? Great time to do a small workout. Waiting for something to cook? Walk up and down the stairs. Have an extra 30 minutes? Do a workout! You can work out ANYWHERE. The world is your gym - literally! Now, I hope you have time to make it to a real gym because I love gyms and I want everyone to experience something I love, but if you can't your house, yard, the park anywhere can work.

You can make excuses, or you can get results.

Now, we all need a little boost in motivation sometimes...and adding in all of those boosts helps us achieve the dedication until we look at it that way, fully. What are some ways we can boost it?

• Find ways to keep active in your everyday life. Walk, jog, yoga, pilates, hiking, parking further away to get in more steps, take the stairs instead of the elevator, weightlifting, training MMA, playing adult leagues for sports. There are so many ways to increase activity.
• Find workouts that you enjoy. There are SO many ways to reach goals. Do what you enjoy. Don't force yourself down a rabbit hole bc you think extreme restriction, avoiding certain things, and a specific regimen is what you HAVE to do. You can make it fun; you can enjoy it.
• Think about the changes you want. May it be physical, mental, emotional, or health. Maybe a combination of all of the above! Write them down. Look back on them. Post them somewhere you see daily - like a bathroom mirror or phone wallpaper.
• Follow people with body types that you want to see yourself having (if physical change is your goal).
• Get appropriate sleep!!!!!!!!!!! Sleep is such a huge factor and not prioritized enough.
• Stay hydrated. (see below)
• Switch up your routine. Feeling worn out on something specific? Spice it up. Do a different workout.
• TRACK your results. Especially if you're looking for physical changes - DITCH THE SCALE! Track with measurements and pictures.
• Reward yourself. Reach a certain goal? Get yourself x. I usually reward myself with a new piece of gear I want that will help aide my goal but also brings me excitement.
• Set small, attainable goals along the way and CELEBRATE them.
• Have a trainer. Someone who can educate you, set goals for you, create training you enjoy, create training regiments that work, and someone who can analyze your results to help show you the progress when you don't see it. I only online train, but there are THOUSANDS of irl trainers if you need and want a strict regimen and physical place to be!

Remember fitness is your roller coaster, sometimes it goes up - sometimes it goes down. It is not a linear path and don't re-rail just because you went down a hill. You build that momentum and get back up it!

Hydration recap:

What is proper hydration?

Proper hydration is officially broke down to:

• About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day for men
• About 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids a day for women

Personally, for my clients, I recommend around 1 gallon a day especially for those that are trying to lose weight, gain muscle, and are pretty active. Like all things with fitness, everybody has different levels of what is needed completely. For example, I have a heart condition and my cardiologist prefers I intake between 1-2 gallons a day. BUT the hardest hurdle? Drinking plain water. While some love it, many do not!

A great way to aid in hydration is to mix that Freshen Up in. With so many flavors that mix well, your options are never limited! It is also packed full with vitamins and electrolytes! https://www.freshenuphydration.com/

How else does Freshen Up help with motivation?

Freshen Up energy blend contains 100 mg of caffeine for the energy boost and focus to keep you going. Additionally Freshen Up contains vitamins B & C. Vitamin B's (generalizing here for you) help to maintain glucose supplies, aid in production of neurotransmitters, and ensure proper brain function. Vitamin C is vital for proper cognitive function and is among the best for focus.