Workout Wednesday: Fit Tips

I figured I would share some of the things that I do that help keep me fit and healthy. While, working out is important to do so is eating right. Recently, I have found out that I am allergic to soy. This has made things a little more complicated but it is also making me more aware of the things I am eating and what they have in them. Since, soy or soy lecithin is in pretty much any item that is supposed to be able to sit on a supermarket shelf I have to eat more organic or freshly prepared meals. This allergy means I don't get too many cheat meals like ice cream, M&Ms, or candy bars. Yes, you read that correctly ice cream and M&Ms both of these usually contain soy. Anyway, one of the easiest ways to stay on track with eating healthy is too be prepared. I try to cook my meals for the week on Sunday night that way I will have them ready when I get hungry. This seems to be the most effective way for people to eat healthy. This is very effective because you can also have them already portioned out for each day in order to make sure you are getting the proper nutrition from all your major food groups. An easy recipe to make ahead and have in the fridge are Stuffed Bell Peppers. These keep you full with the added bonus of providing you with some of your daily servings of grains, vegetables, and protein. Check out the recipe for the Stuffed Bell Peppers here.  Happy Wednesday!

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

Workout Wednesday

Here are my top 3 tips to live by when it comes to working out in the morning:

 

1. Prepare the Night Before

This is very important because it makes it simple to get up and go. I do this by packing my gym bag, filling my water bottle, setting my alarm, and laying out my clothes. I also try to make sure that anything I may need to grab like a ponytail holder or clips for my hair are easy to find. Pretty much make everything as effortless as possible.

 

2. Go to Bed Early

Make sure to head to bed early so you are not to tired for your early wake up call. Try to power down any electronics an hour before bed. Also, do not drink caffeine or alcohol with dinner because it can mess with the amount of sleep you get.When that alarm sounds get up and go!

 

3. Enjoy the Workout

It makes it much easier when you actually enjoy the workout you are going to be doing. If you somewhat enjoy it then it makes it much easier to wake up and do it. Also, before bed make sure you know what workout you will be doing and how long it will take.

 

 

Happy Workout Wednesday!

 

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie

Lets admit it nobody likes cleaning the bathroom. Well, I have found a new and absolutely clever quick cleaning trick for the shower. I saw this on Pinterest (via) and I cannot believe I had never heard of it before. All you need are the three things in the picture below, most of which are already around your house.

 

First, all you need to do is combine the white vinegar and blue dawn soap together in the scrubber. Then, leave this in the shower and anytime you are in there just take a minute or two to scrub the sides. Before, I used this there was left behind soap scum in the shower that even bleach based bathroom cleaners had not been able to remove. I am so glad that I found this and could not be more happy to share it with you!

 

P.S. You can check out all these different uses for Blue Dawn dish soap. I was surprised by most of these. Click here to see them. Tomorrow will be another great healthy recipe.

 

Lots of Love,  Natalie