It's amazing what sleep can do for a body! Sleep is a powerful tool in a healthy lifestyle. Life seems to be so packed full with events and busyness that sleep often takes a backseat. Perhaps you feel guilty when you start to feel run down and decide to rest because you expect that you should have been able to get by on only a few hours of sleep. Too many of us feel that there are more productive things to do with our time than just sleep.
We have to change our thinking and allow our bodies to sleep. Rest, even a power nap, may help improve your health and quality of life dramatically. Our bodies recalibrate as we sleep. Our whole system are restored. Sleep regulates hormones, as those that regulate appetite.
When you deprive yourself of sleep, you are only setting yourself up to fail physically and sometimes emotionally. Many people spend their lives serving till they came to the end of themselves. By putting themselves last, many went into burnout and some made bad choices. Sometimes the cause for failure in people's moral lives can be traced back to prolonged sleep deprivation.
To ensure to help your body get the best rest possible, eat a SMALL portion of protein. This helps aid the body in the process and helps burn fat as you sleep.
Sleep is the foundation for good health because without it, the body simply cannot reap the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
DO NOT BE AFRAID TO ALLOW YOURSELF TO REST AND SLEEP!
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Monday, May 8, 2017
Hydration - Part of Healthy Living and doing it FREELY...
Here is an important part of living healthy and do it free from the bondage of food.
Water is a vital factor in determining our health for many reasons. If you feel thirsty, you are already on your way to dehydration - already lost around 2-3% of your body's water content. Many people don't realize that as they reach for a soda or their favorite sugary, caffeinated latte when they feel thirsty, only leads to more dehydration.
Dehydration can lead to a variety of sickness, disease, and slower metabolism.
So how much water should we be drinking? A good rule of thumb is to take your body weight, divide it by 2, and drink that number in ounces. For example: if you weigh 130 pounds, you should be drinking 65 oz a day in water. I know that this may seem overwhelming - SHOOT - I should be drinking 175 oz a day!!!
Hydration is a key factor in your journey to health, so keep drinking, no matter how hard it may get! Over time, your body will start to crave it and love you for being kind to it with just drinking water. Your skin will look and feel better. Your organs, muscles, cells, and bones will function better.
Water is also our body's main source of energy, sometimes known as the "cash flow" of the body, helping it function more fluidly.
Best is NOT out of the tap - too many chemicals. Filtered (Brita, etc) is best and the BEST investment one can make (pretty inexpensive to get a pitcher or I have a 5 gallon one that I keep in the fridge).
DRINK UP!
Water is a vital factor in determining our health for many reasons. If you feel thirsty, you are already on your way to dehydration - already lost around 2-3% of your body's water content. Many people don't realize that as they reach for a soda or their favorite sugary, caffeinated latte when they feel thirsty, only leads to more dehydration.
Dehydration can lead to a variety of sickness, disease, and slower metabolism.
So how much water should we be drinking? A good rule of thumb is to take your body weight, divide it by 2, and drink that number in ounces. For example: if you weigh 130 pounds, you should be drinking 65 oz a day in water. I know that this may seem overwhelming - SHOOT - I should be drinking 175 oz a day!!!
Hydration is a key factor in your journey to health, so keep drinking, no matter how hard it may get! Over time, your body will start to crave it and love you for being kind to it with just drinking water. Your skin will look and feel better. Your organs, muscles, cells, and bones will function better.
Water is also our body's main source of energy, sometimes known as the "cash flow" of the body, helping it function more fluidly.
Best is NOT out of the tap - too many chemicals. Filtered (Brita, etc) is best and the BEST investment one can make (pretty inexpensive to get a pitcher or I have a 5 gallon one that I keep in the fridge).
DRINK UP!
Friday, May 5, 2017
Seeing Health and being Free!
As I continue to read, "Healthy and Free" by Beni Johnson, I am realizing more and more how I have allowed food to keep me hostage to how I feel about myself. I didn't really realize that I had negative thoughts and feeling about and towards myself, because of my weight. By going to counseling, I am dealing with the emotional issues that have happened and I chose to overeat to mask the hurt/pain.
Today, in Chapter 3, it talks about being God's Art. WHOA. Never thought about myself as God's Art. Here are excerpts from the chapter:
*THE GREAT DESIGNER* - We are designed by God, who is the greatest artist of all time. We are fashioned with great care and much detail. YOU are God's BEST piece of art. The word "intertwined" means connected and linked together - the mind, body, and spirit cannot be separated.
*SAVING THE BEST FOR LAST* - Many of us are familiar with the story of creation. In 6 days, God created the heavens and the earth and all things in it. What I find intriguing is that God waited to create His most intricate, complex, and best creation last - US! HE saves the best for last! He is as the Master Designer. God loves details. We know this because the Scriptures tell us that not only does God care about us passionately, He even knows the exact number of hairs of our heads! Out of all the beauty and wonders that God has created in this world, we are HIS very best workmanship.
*TRIUNE BEING* - There is no separation between our bodies, souls, and spirits. We have to see ourselves as this WHOLE being, and appreciate how God made us, without elevating one part over another. We are His great design.
The beauty of how God has designed us, and it gave me a greater incentive to want to take care of this temple that God has specifically given to me to live in - we're the only one who can take care of our own temple. The Lord will reveal to you just how perfectly crafted you are - that you are HIS best work.
WE ARE HIS ARTWORK AND MASTERPIECE! BELIEVE THAT!
Today, in Chapter 3, it talks about being God's Art. WHOA. Never thought about myself as God's Art. Here are excerpts from the chapter:
*THE GREAT DESIGNER* - We are designed by God, who is the greatest artist of all time. We are fashioned with great care and much detail. YOU are God's BEST piece of art. The word "intertwined" means connected and linked together - the mind, body, and spirit cannot be separated.
*SAVING THE BEST FOR LAST* - Many of us are familiar with the story of creation. In 6 days, God created the heavens and the earth and all things in it. What I find intriguing is that God waited to create His most intricate, complex, and best creation last - US! HE saves the best for last! He is as the Master Designer. God loves details. We know this because the Scriptures tell us that not only does God care about us passionately, He even knows the exact number of hairs of our heads! Out of all the beauty and wonders that God has created in this world, we are HIS very best workmanship.
*TRIUNE BEING* - There is no separation between our bodies, souls, and spirits. We have to see ourselves as this WHOLE being, and appreciate how God made us, without elevating one part over another. We are His great design.
The beauty of how God has designed us, and it gave me a greater incentive to want to take care of this temple that God has specifically given to me to live in - we're the only one who can take care of our own temple. The Lord will reveal to you just how perfectly crafted you are - that you are HIS best work.
WE ARE HIS ARTWORK AND MASTERPIECE! BELIEVE THAT!
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
More on Healthy and FREE....
I am really enjoying the book Healthy and Free by Beni Johnson....
In my previous post, I shared some key points from Chapter 1... here are some excerpts from Chapter 2...
SOUL HEALTH
In my previous post, I shared some key points from Chapter 1... here are some excerpts from Chapter 2...
SOUL HEALTH
- NEEDING TO LOVE OURSELVES - Loving God must be something that every fiber of our being can feel. The second commandment (note that is is not the second "suggestion") is to love your neighbor as you love yourself. It all starts in our minds.
- GIVING YOURSELF PERMISSION - Ask yourself these questions: Do I like myself? Do I love myself? If your answer is no, then it is time to give yourself permission to fall in love with yourself. Your entire being is dependent on you to love your mind, body, and spirit. You are worthy of being loved!! Become like a child and allow yourself to turn those negative thoughts into beautiful words. "Toxic thoughts are thoughts that trigger negative and anxious emotions, which produce biochemicals, that cause the body stress. They are stored in your mind as well as in the cells in your body."
- HOW YOUR MIND AFFECTS YOUR HEALTH - In order to lose weight you have to overcome the lies that you believe about yourself. Ask yourself THESE questions: Do I have thoughts that are keeping me from my goals? Are there lies that I believe that are keeping me from a healthy and free life? Have I talked myself into believing that I can't reach my goals? First, get out a piece of paper and begin to ask the Holy Spirit to reveal to you any lies that you have been believing. Next, ask God to show you the truth about yourself. If you want to change the direction you are heading and think brand-new, healthy thoughts about yourself, then join me in repenting. Begin anew by starting to make positive declarations over your life.
- DECLARATIONS - Once you start on the journey to loving yourself, giving yourself permission to change, and doing an "about face", then you can being to start making declarations over your life. What do you want in your life? Happiness? Healthy relationships? you can actually decide to declare those things into existence with holy and godly declarations. Remember that God wants to partner with you too. He is rooting for you. He is on your side!
- LAUGHTER - Laughter is the best medicine. I love how God uses laughter to bring restoration and peace to our bodies and minds. When you pay attention to your soul and choose to take steps toward it's healing, you will find it will be a turning point, not only for your mind, but your body as well. "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers" (3 John 1:2).
Monday, April 24, 2017
Healthy and Free....
I have been reading a book called, "Healthy and Free" by Beni Johnson. I'm only a couple of chapters in and I'm LOVING this book!
Here are some excerpts that are ringing true in my own heart:
1. Find your "why". Ask yourself this - Why do you want to get healthy? Why do you want to be strong? Why do you want to lose weight? I think it's important to know WHY you are doing what you are doing.
2. What's next? Health and wellness can be overwhelming. Walk into your kitchen and say out loud, "Where do I start, God?" He will let you know, when asking with a sincere heart where you should start. It could be just starting to cut back on carbs. For some, it could be sugar. Maybe processed food? Just simply ask, where do I START? Not change everything at one time, but one thing at a time - baby steps.
3. Changing your mind. Next to finding your "why", the single most important thing to becoming healthy is the willingness to change your mind. You have to get to the point where you make the decision to change your mind and think about your health differently. "I'm never going back" to....
4. Grace. As you step into giving yourself grace, know that He (God) will help keep you on the right path. This is another reason why partnering with God is so vital to your journey. Don't be afraid to ask Him questions and seek His insight.
If you want to change the journey that you are on, simply pray this prayer:
Father, I thank You for the life that You have given to me and that You intend for me to walk in divine health. Thank You for Your supernatural grace that is a daily gift. Today, I step into that grace in order to become a healthy, whole person. I receive Your counsel and wisdom to choose life, and to walk out the necessary steps for my health. I declare over myself a divine grace to take every step I need to be whole. In Jesus' Name, AMEN!
Let's be HEALTHY and FREE together....
Here are some excerpts that are ringing true in my own heart:
1. Find your "why". Ask yourself this - Why do you want to get healthy? Why do you want to be strong? Why do you want to lose weight? I think it's important to know WHY you are doing what you are doing.
2. What's next? Health and wellness can be overwhelming. Walk into your kitchen and say out loud, "Where do I start, God?" He will let you know, when asking with a sincere heart where you should start. It could be just starting to cut back on carbs. For some, it could be sugar. Maybe processed food? Just simply ask, where do I START? Not change everything at one time, but one thing at a time - baby steps.
3. Changing your mind. Next to finding your "why", the single most important thing to becoming healthy is the willingness to change your mind. You have to get to the point where you make the decision to change your mind and think about your health differently. "I'm never going back" to....
4. Grace. As you step into giving yourself grace, know that He (God) will help keep you on the right path. This is another reason why partnering with God is so vital to your journey. Don't be afraid to ask Him questions and seek His insight.
If you want to change the journey that you are on, simply pray this prayer:
Father, I thank You for the life that You have given to me and that You intend for me to walk in divine health. Thank You for Your supernatural grace that is a daily gift. Today, I step into that grace in order to become a healthy, whole person. I receive Your counsel and wisdom to choose life, and to walk out the necessary steps for my health. I declare over myself a divine grace to take every step I need to be whole. In Jesus' Name, AMEN!
Let's be HEALTHY and FREE together....
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Re-Occurring Theme
I know that it has been a little while since I've last post...
I've been putting in my miles, when I can, but I've been recovering from an illness and an injury. I can't seem to lose weight, no matter what my nutrition is... I'm eating clean (not 100% on point, but for the most part) and walking, when I can...
I'm going to go see an endocrinologist to see what may be going on with my hormones and why my body may be fighting against itself!
As I write this post, I'm seeing that there is a re-occurring theme... I go in waves of being on point with nutrition and exercise, then there's a lull - maybe not on point, but at least there is some movement... I don't know or can figure out what the cycle is or even how to break the cycle.
I'm still going through counseling, so maybe that will reveal some things and things I may be holding on to....
I want to break this cycle! More to come and I will try to be better at blogging about this journey...
I've been putting in my miles, when I can, but I've been recovering from an illness and an injury. I can't seem to lose weight, no matter what my nutrition is... I'm eating clean (not 100% on point, but for the most part) and walking, when I can...
I'm going to go see an endocrinologist to see what may be going on with my hormones and why my body may be fighting against itself!
As I write this post, I'm seeing that there is a re-occurring theme... I go in waves of being on point with nutrition and exercise, then there's a lull - maybe not on point, but at least there is some movement... I don't know or can figure out what the cycle is or even how to break the cycle.
I'm still going through counseling, so maybe that will reveal some things and things I may be holding on to....
I want to break this cycle! More to come and I will try to be better at blogging about this journey...
Monday, March 13, 2017
Been a little while.....
Yesssss, it's been a little while since I've written. I've been busy with school, ministry, and being a single Mama....
I am training for at 12K that is coming up on April 2nd called Run Rocklin. The start and finish line is literally right down the street from my house! How convienent is that???? So, I'm going out tomorrow to get 5 miles in and get geared up to do my 7-8 miles in a couple of weeks.
What I've also been changing is my nutrition. We will see how it works in about a month - it just might be the key to unlock this yo-yo lifestyle and lose this weight to be healthy!
I miss getting out and running/walking and girl time with my Mae. I'm so impressed with her and she keeps me grounded and GOING! Knowing that she is waiting for me, keeps me accountable to get out, and an awesome friend. EVERYONE needs a Mae in their lives! :)
SO LET'S GET OUT THERE AND MOVE!!!
I am training for at 12K that is coming up on April 2nd called Run Rocklin. The start and finish line is literally right down the street from my house! How convienent is that???? So, I'm going out tomorrow to get 5 miles in and get geared up to do my 7-8 miles in a couple of weeks.
What I've also been changing is my nutrition. We will see how it works in about a month - it just might be the key to unlock this yo-yo lifestyle and lose this weight to be healthy!
I miss getting out and running/walking and girl time with my Mae. I'm so impressed with her and she keeps me grounded and GOING! Knowing that she is waiting for me, keeps me accountable to get out, and an awesome friend. EVERYONE needs a Mae in their lives! :)
SO LET'S GET OUT THERE AND MOVE!!!
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