So, I love to run (well, I love/hate to run). I didn't enjoy running until after I had my first child. I always thought because I wasn't fast and I was not that good at it that this just wasn't meant to be a runner. After I had Grey I started running in Germany with Grey in a stroller because Davis was deployed and I was lonely and getting out of the house and into the beautiful scenery that Germany had to offer was good for my soul! So, I became a "runner". Still not a fast runner or a good runner, mind you, but overall a runner. I have always had friends that run also and would ask if I wanted to go run with them, but I always came up with a reason why I couldn't go. You see, I used to be afraid to run with other people because of my insecurities. What if I couldn't keep up? What if I had to stop halfway through the run? What if I slowed them down? What if I embarrassed myself? To some people I know this might sound silly to even think those things, but they were real thoughts and feelings that I had that kept me from meeting friends for runs together. You know what I didn't think about during all of those negative thoughts? All of the great things that come when we join in community with others! What if they push me to do better and run faster? What if I can encourage and help them be better? What if the accountability makes me run more often and set higher goals? So last Spring I finally decided to start meeting a friend to go run together. Guess what? She is a lightening fast runner and I would NEVER be able to keep up with her so all of my previous thoughts were right! BUT, we continued to meet and run on our own and then let our kids play at the park afterwards and the accountability of knowing she was going to be waiting on me at the park pushed me out the door a lot of the times when I didn't feel like going. I also started trying to improve my time during my runs and for the first time in my life I broke an 8 min. mile....only once, but I did it and all because she pushed me and encouraged me to do better without ever saying a word, but simply by showing up! A lot of the time I let my excuses and insecurities keep me from doing things that I love for fear of what others might think. Are you like that? Please tell me I am not the only one! Well, I want to encourage you today to do what YOU LOVE without excuses, without regrets, and do it unapologetically! Be who you are and don't let the fear of failure keep you from showing up because you never know who you might be encouraging and motivating without even knowing it!
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Nutrition is so confusing! Dietary guidelines are constantly changing and shifting. Should I cut carbs? Should I go high protein? Low fat? All of the above? How many calories should I eat? And so on and so on and so on! If you are anything like the old me I just got overwhelmed, gave up, and continued doing what I was doing (that wasn’t working). Enter: Online Bootcamp! My favorite part of this program is that it takes the guess work out of nutrition. Portion control. Quality over quantity. Moderation with treats. No starvation or cutting whole food groups. It isn’t a diet it is a lifestyle that helps you learn healthy habits and good nutrition. And whether or not you are trying to lose weight or just tone up, EVERYONE NEEDS good nutrition. Next month I am hosting an ONLINE Bootcamp for 10 women who want to lose weight and get healthy the RIGHT way! I will be there with you every step of the way as your personal health and fitness coach. Here is what you will receive by signing up and what you can expect to get out of it. What you will receive: -A flexible meal plan personalized for you and your goals with portion control containers to take the guess work out of meal prep -Eight quick 30 min. at home workouts on DVD for busy women to get the most out of their limited time -30 nutrient dense shakes that are easy, brainless, and taste great to fuel your body and give it the nutrients it needs to function and perform properly -Initial phone consultation call to discuss your goals and areas of focus so that I can help you succeed -Entry into my closed Facebook accountability group full of like minded women aiming for similar goals -24/7 access to me for any questions or concerns about the program or any other health, fitness, or nutrition questions you might have along the way What you can expect: - A decrease in belly fat and an increase in lean muscle after you commit to the program - Clean healthy recipes, my meal plan, and grocery lists to help make meal planning less stressful -Motivation and support on a daily basis as well as nutrition and workout tips to help educate and empower you -A fun Facebook group environment of women sharing struggles and CELEBRATING SUCCESSES together -More energy, more confidence, and an awesome feeling of accomplishment upon completion of the program -Exercise program for all fitness levels from beginner (there is a modifier for each move) to expert HOW TO SIGN UP: 1. Email me at [email protected] because spots are going to go fast. 2. Visit my coaching site: www.beachbodycoach.com/sbozier and browse the “challenge pack” options (there are some great specials this month!) Choose one that is right for you and purchase via my website. My services and the accountability group resources are free with your purchase. 3. Need help choosing a program? Email me ([email protected]) and we can find one that suits your needs based on your current level of fitness and your goals. I cannot wait to work with you and help you feel confident this shorts, tank top, and bikini season! If you have questions I would love to chat! Email me or find me on Facebook (link in tab above)! I made this printable to put on my fridge to remind me of one of my goaIs. This year I want to make sure that I am putting others' needs (especially those I love) above my own selfish, sinful desires. I tend to feel resentment and bitterness when I feel like I have done "my share" and it isn't being reciprocated so I just stop doing or shut down, but this year I want to focus on continuing to serve even when the service is not reciprocated. I don't mean that I will be walked on or disrespected, but I want to make sure that I am doing things for others out of place of pure LOVE and not out of the desire to benefit in some way by the things I do for others. I hope this verse will help me remember daily to SERVE OTHERS IN LOVE!
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Susan OzierChristian. Wife. Mother of 2 Boys. Runner. Clean-eater. Fitness and Nutrition Coach. Archives
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