Take a Walk

Take a Walk

I like to walk. I didn't always though. When I was one hundred pounds overweight, just taking 20 steps would take my breath away. But now that I have lost 52 pounds, I can do so much more. I walk 45 minutes to 1 hour 3-5 times a week and I work out on my treadclimber 3-4 times a week. I've come a long way.

I wanted to pass along a little walking tip because walking not only helped me burn calories and melt fat but it really helped me tone as I lost weight.

This was in one of my Weight Watcher magazines some time ago.
Walk Tall and maintain good posture while you walk, this is very important. Keep your abs tucked in and shoulders relaxed and in line with your hips. I had a problem with this at first, I seemed to always lean forward. But standing tall will help protect your lower back while you work your abs and glutes.

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Get Some Sleep and Lose Some Weight

Because of the Holiday Season, I thought this was important to share. Did you know there is a connection between weight gain and sleep deprivation.

Oh Yes. Studies have proven that sleep deprivation and a stressful lifestyle, may increase levels of cortisol which makes the breakdown of fat more difficult. The answer may sound simple, but is it.

Getting more quality sleep is the key. Try to go to earlier, even if it is only 15 minutes earlier. Often when we are stressed it is hard to fall asleep once in bed. Try taking a warm bath before hitting the hay. Establish a relaxing bedtime routine. You may even want to try a herbal remedy specifically designed to gently and safely help you relax and get sleep.

Believe it or not exercising can also help you sleep better. Working out is probably the last thing you want to do when you are exhausted, but it works.

When you are tired you are also more likely to make poor food choices, so try to get in at least 7 restful hours.

Dumbbell Shrugs - Tension Buster

Are you starting to feel the stress of the upcoming Holiday. Preparations and shopping. I don't know about you guys, but with Thanksgiving over, the rush is on and I feel like dropping at the end of the day. And what always gets put to the back burner, exercise. The funny thing is exercise is a great way to relieve stress and energize.

Here is something I like to do before I hop on the Treadclimber. They are really quick and just seem to ease tension.

Dumbbell Shrugs

Beginners use hand weights of 1-2 lbs
Intermediate use weights of 3 lbs
Advanced use weights of 5 lbs

Repeat 10 times

Don't rush and make sure movements are smooth
Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, arms at your sides, weights in your hands, and palms facing your thighs. Shrug your shoulders up, and then down and back. Return to starting position.

It doesn't get any easier than that!

Jillian

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