I can't stress enough the importance of health and wellness being a lifestyle. I hear all the time how people have started fad diets like Atkins or South Beach with the intent of just "losing the weight". People want a quick way to shed pounds and then they'll go to eating "the right way." This RARELY works and quite frankly isn't good for you! I'm not a registered dietitian, so please don't take this is professional advice, but simply what has worked for me and what I've seen others fail at again and again.
You have to make a choice - a choice to eat healthy, incorporate things into your life that make you more active, and things that make you feel whole. Being healthy isn't about looking like the latest swimsuit cover model because let's face it, she probably doesn't even look that way! But it also isn't what a lot of companies and individuals are promoting as "the new healthy." Why should it be acceptable to be overweight? Why shouldn't we want to be healthier so that we can feel better, be more productive, and lead longer lives? Yes, we should learn to love our bodies for all of their imperfections. I'm healthy, but I also enjoy eating certain foods and drinking a good glass of wine at the end of the day. Doing those things means I'm probably sacrificing that washboard stomach I'd like to have. But I've made a choice. I'm happy with the way that I look because I feel great, have tons of energy, and am taking care of my body, mind, and soul.
This blog has been a dream of mine for a while - the concept of blogging is new to me; while I'm familiar with other's blogs I've never successfully managed one of my own. This is going to be an exciting journey for us all!
For those of you that know me, aside from being mommy to Eliana and Donovan, you probably know that I'm an avid runner, fitness enthusiast, and all around health nut. I love all things health and wellness! Many of you have asked me what I do, asked for running advice, and how I manage it all. We're all busy - as a mom, student, and volunteer, I know how daunting all of that can be. Not to mention the nearly daily workouts, preparing healthy meals for my family, and simply staying active with the kids. Life can get pretty chaotic around here sometimes! I get it!
I've wanted to find a way to share my little secrets with all of you and I couldn't think of any better way. I'll be posting workout tips, recipes, even sharing the highs and lows of my super fun, sometimes messy, but always beautiful life!
I hope you enjoy my blog - if there's ever a topic you want me to write about just let me know! I hope you can all find inspiration on these pages to incorporate healthy habits into your lives.
Until next time...
Christina
