Summer Kick Off

We all do it every year - feel that pit in the bottom of our stomach, when the weather starts getting nicer out  and the days start getting longer, that the inevitable is around the corner - BATHING SUIT SEASON!!   Never fear, as its not to late to make a summer resolution that you can stick to.  Although, I am sure each and everyone of you reading this has nothing to worry about - I understand in most cases that its just mental thing about those last 5 lbs. before you get in your bathing suit or just trimming up your trouble spots.  Whatever your motivation to be ready for summer, remember temporary quick fixes are just that - temporary. My suggestion - find an easy lifestyle change that can support your summer goals.

 Here are some suggestions to help to stick to your summer goals and have the best / fittest / most confident one yet:

1. Create your summer workout schedule - and stick to it.  The days get lighter earlier and stay lighter longer - which allows you to do things and be more active outside.  Sign up for something you have always wanted to try (running race, triathlon, crossfit, etc)  or join a sports team with others.  These are all great commitments that can help support your fitness goals.  Mix weight training and cardio exercises so that you don't get bored and quit your work out plan 1/2 way through the summer.

2. Eat fruits and veggies - the summer is the time this stuff is almost always fresh and from local places in your supermarket.  Fruits and veggies are naturally low fat/ cal and help fill you up so you will not eat as much of the higher fat and empty calorie foods.

3. Find a bathing suit that makes your feel rockin.  The more bangin you feel - the more likely you are to do what your body wants rather than stare to fit into something one day and then binge the next.  Added bonus, the more rockin you feel - the more confidence you exude and typically the more fun you will have since you won't be worrying about how you look. :)

4. Keep reading my fitness blog and I will be posting new works outs and summer recipes to keep you motivated all season long.