Spring Cleaning For Your Mind & Body
March 20, 2014 // Fitness, Nutrition, Wellness
Everyone thinks January is the best time to exercise, but the real secret is the spring. Those who step it up in the April/May months get to reap the benefits of a lean, toned body figure during the summer. Spring is a great time to address your bad habits and fix any issues or pains you may be dealing with. Once you get going, you can see drastic changes within 6-8 weeks. It’s that simple. Let’s outline the various options available to SPRING you back into a motivated mindset with a great health plan.
Health issues are all too common. The trick is knowing how to address them and who to utilize. Problems that seem never ending can be fixed with the right guidance and support.
Here are the ways to conquering your setbacks and spring cleaning your mind and body.
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Are You Always Feeling Tired? Are You Having Stomach Pains/Digestion Issues? Have You Noticed Unusual Weight Gain?
Solution: Consult With A Biofeedback Expert
I SUGGEST: Corey Coopersmith Wellness Coaching. A consultant and coach to many professional athletes and celebrities, Corey is highly sought after by the best in the world. With his cutting edge understanding of the human body and his extensive background in biochemistry, Corey uses blood analysis combined with a natural whole food approach to correct hormonal imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, and improve his clients quality of life. Corey creates client-specific strategies that are customized to meet each individual’s unique issues.
I can attribute much of my understanding of the human body to super nerds like Corey. When I need guidance with my eating choices or solutions to internal issues, I call Corey. You should do the same! Time to spring clean your internal wellness!
Email Corey Coopersmith to schedule a FREE Consultation.
Are You Feeling Stiff? Is Your Body Breaking Down? Are You Dealing With A Nagging Injury?
Solution: Visit A Sports Medicine Practice
I SUGGEST: Integrative Spine & Sports. This top-notch sports medicine practice provides integrative non-surgical treatments designed to meet the needs of individuals suffering from acute injuries, as well as chronic conditions. Their focus is on promoting healing, restoring function and alleviating pain. At Integrative Spine & Sports, the staff is comprised of a Chiropractor, Physical Therapist, Physiatrist/Orthopedist, & Podiatrist. With this elite combination of professionals, it’s no surprise their practice has the winning formula in treating and repairing injuries and ailments.
When my right ankle and hip continually got worse over the course of the year, I started getting chiropractic treatments with Dr. Williams and rehabbing my muscular imbalances with the physical therapist, Kristen. Within a few WEEKS, the pain is gone and I can do deep barbell squats better than ever. They helped me and they can help you too! Spring clean your injuries and make an appointment with them ASAP!
Visit Integrative Spine & Sports on 73rd/Broadway on the Upper West Side. [Tell them I sent you!]
Are You Unmotivated To Workout? Not Sure What To Do In The Gym? Need Some Exercise Direction?
Solution: Get Your Own Custom Workout Plan
I SUGGEST: MikeClancyTraining Program Design. The best workout plan is the one that works for YOU. Most exercise programs are designed to help you achieve your fitness goal. While the intent is great, more often than not, you will give up on the plan (and it’s NOT your fault). When you try to structure your life around an exercise routine, you are committing to making the workout plan the basis of your life. Doesn’t that sound a little unrealistic? That’s why even the most scientifically effective workout may not be the right one for you. At some point, exercise will become a burden on your daily routines and your motivation will stop. This is the never-ending cycle of exercise programs and individual drop-offs.
What I do differently from other fitness professionals is I create exercise programs that cater to the individual’s lifestyle. Instead of having to completely alter your current habits and day-to-day living, I build effective, quick workouts around your already busy and structured life. This way, you don’t have to make a drastic change to initiate strength gains and body changes. By understanding your current habits, your likes/dislikes, your unique body structure, and the identifying the changes you want to see, I can create a program that yields results around YOUR lifestyle.
Need to spring clean your workout routine? Contact me to get your own custom exercise plan.
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Spring Cleaning Quick Tips
Are You Always Fighting Cravings? KEEP IT OUT OF THE HOUSE. If it’s in the house, you will eat it. Clean out your cabinets, refrigerator, and freezer of any desserts, sweets, and temptations. If you want a treat, have one when you’re out and about.
Do You Want To Sleep Better? NO TECHNOLOGY BEFORE BED. Research shows that you override your natural mechanisms of falling asleep when you use your phone or watch TV before bed. Your sleeping patterns are then affected and you wake up feeling restless. Shut off the TV and put the phone down. Every show can be recorded and those Instagram pictures will still be there tomorrow (along with that creep from Tinder).
Are You Drinking Too Much? ADD A GLASS OF WATER BETWEEN EVERY DRINK. Obviously there are other ways to reduce your alcohol intake, but the quickest and easiest one is to down a glass of water for every drink you consume. It will heighten the taste of the alcohol, making you drink slower and still keep your palate satisfied. If your goal is to catch a buzz more than once in a while, try to find alternative strategies. Your health will improve drastically.
Want To Cook More? SHOP IN THE PREPARED FOODS SECTION. It’s not cheating; It’s smart. All you have to do is learn how to cook/heat the food(s). It’s a great method for eating healthy meals at home that taste awesome without the stress of becoming Bobby Flay after work.
Do You Want To See More Muscle Definition? ADD ANOTHER DAY OF RESISTANCE TRAINING. Most people with lean, defined muscles are training with weights at least 3x a week. Consider adding an extra day of resistance training so you can give your muscles the amount of stress they need to grow strong and lean. Plus, adding muscle causes your body to burn more fat, so it has more than one payoff.
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