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THE POWER OF FITNESS JOURNALS Logging your fitness success is incredibly motivating to help you stay on track day after day. There are several ways to log your success, the best of which is keeping a diet/fitness journal and taking progress. I kept fitness journals for years, it helps me stay laser focused on my goals and keeps me in the "fitness zone". Taking progress photos is empowering! To see your body transform little by little is highly motivating.  It’s a great way to stay focused on your fitness goals week after week.

   Top 5 Natural Weight Loss Supplements  With swimsuit season around the corner, now is the time to get back in shape and lose the extra weight gained over winter. The quickest way to lose weight is to eat a clean, exercise each weekday for at least 30 to 45 minutes and take natural weight loss supplements.  By adding supplements to your daily nutritional regimen, you will see the scale go down sooner as your body becomes leaner faster. Below are 5 of the best natural weight loss supplements to help you get rid of the stubborn fat around your belly and hips. 

Change Your Mindset to Change Your Life It  doesn't  matter what area you want to improve life using mind power will sure change that which you desire. From having more loving relationships to making more money, your mind is your greatest tool of creation. It  deliberately  putting the Law of Attraction into action ~ like always attracts like.  By thinking on purpose with clarity and intention you will shift your dominate vibration to that of faith, confidence and belief. The mind is an extremely powerful instrument of creation; in fact, everything in life that is attainable begins with a thought first—including a hard body!  That’s because all thoughts are energy which goes out into the Universe and organizes matter which is then attracted back to you—in all areas of life.

  Manifest Your Dreams with Energy of  Thought I love that we can innately create and manifest our lives intentionally with purpose, passion and conviction. All thought is energy which has a vibrational frequency that vibrates out into the universe organizing unorganized energy matter which then is attracted manifested back to our experiences as the Law of Attraction is in action.  Happy, blissful thoughts bring about happy feelings and high vibrations which then creates a happy life, and so it is with having negative thoughts, it too has energy; however, it's a low daunting energy which attracts back to you more reasons to be negative about. When you let go of negativity you open your heart and mind to that of spirit which brings about love, contentment and serenity.

Create Buns & Legs Of Steal at Home With swimsuit season just around the corner it’s time to crank it up a notch or two in the gym to sculpt lean, sexy hamstrings, glutes, calves & quads by summer. Doing lower body training is tough but highly worth every ounce of energy you use. To get results it takes motivation, dedication and determination to achieve the results of looking in shape in a swimsuit. Who wants to jiggle as the walk along the pool, I sure don’t! J

How to Eat a Clean Diet Most everyone has heard the terminologies 'eating clean' or 'a clean diet'. To the fitness enthusiast it's a way of life and not a ‘diet’, yet too many people think of eating clean as a negative way of eating. Often you'll hear people trying to eat healthier say, “I can’t have this or this or this…” which is deprivation in the mind as they think of it as restrictions rather than as a powerful diet which can improve their health and wellness dramatically.   I began eating a clean diet over two years ago and have loved the benefits for doing so. When I was young I was very sick, all throughout my teenage years and into my early 20s. It wasn't until I changed my diet from the typical adolescent diet filled with chips, soda, fast foods and sugar that my body began to heal and gain more energy and vitality.  At first it was a bit confusing and difficult to do, but as soon as I began feeling better by simply changing small aspects of

Low-Fat Cooking & Baking Tips & Delicious Low-Fat Recipes I love to bake and cook for my family; however, I don’t love high fats and sugar in the meals and deserts I make for my family. You too can love cooking without all the extra calories. I can make any recipe healthier with less fat and sugar without compromising taste. My simple changes add nutrition, have fewer calories, have more fiber & are just as delicious as a standard recipe.  Below are low-fat cooking & baking tips along with delicious low-fat recipes that are full of flavor, fiber and nutrition.

FAT LOSS TIP Living a fit lifestyle doesn't mean you can't enjoy your favorite treats every now and again, it's a part of carb cycling when eating a clean diet. Did you know that your body actually needs a break from eating clean at least once every week or so. As fitness enthusiasts like refer to it as a 'cheat' meal or 'cheating'. Prolonged dieting drops the body's leptin levels. Leptin is a hormone that helps your metabolism burn efficiently, so having in increase in carbohydrates and calories really does do the body good. Having a cheat meal or even a day of eating freely once every week or so will surprise your body which will aid in raising stagnating leptin levels, this metabolic boost will help you to burn more fat. Sundays are my days off from all training and eating a clean diet. It's a day worship and lots of R&R with my family and it's also my free eating day. I eat more carbs than usual on Sundays to restore my gl

  Get Motivated to  Get in Shape Few people know that I've struggled with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for over 20 years which was caused from having Epstein Barr and before that Rheumatic Fever when I was young. And even though I don't always feel the best I do my best to stay positive and to keep my body going strong.  I’m often asked how I stay motivated after all these years... I have been a fitness enthusiast for nearly 25 years. For me staying motivated takes mind strength. When I'm feeling healthy each day I dig down deep and tap into my inner-strength as I recommit to being dedicated to working towards my fitness goals.  I visualize how I want to be as though I've already achieved it, I use all five senses when visualizing, it feels so real that when I'm finished meditating I feel like I bounced back into reality from another realm. I also stay optimistic and congratulate myself when I see progress in the mirror.  I aim to the g

How to Achieve Your Goals  The person who makes a success of living is the one who sees his goal steadily and aims for it unswervingly. That is dedication. – Cecil B. DeMille Those that know me know that I live my life with passion to serve others and assist them in creating and manifesting the life and body of their dreams. It's highly rewarding to see my client's transform their lives in remarkable ways. To truly transform your life you must begin with having powerful, positive thoughts, conviction and beliefs that what you want can  come true. By using the power of your mind you can literally transform your way of life to that which you think about most. Rather than focus on what's missing in your life give your attention to what you already enjoy each day. Appreciate all the blessings in your life and give thanks in advance for that which you want to come to fruition. 

16 BEST SUPERFOODS TO LOSE WEIGHT Superfoods are called super for a reason, they’re full of nutrition, fiber, minerals and vitamins which keeps you going strong and keeps you lean. Foods that are nutritional powerhouses earn their "superfood" title because of their amazing health benefits that keep the body running strong, aids in preventing cancer in addition to super-charging your metabolism.  Superfoods help build muscle, keeps bones strong, improve immune system, aids in eyesight, improve skin tone, hair and nails and prevent chronic diseases. They also aid in living a vibrant more youthful way of life. Not only does do superfoods help you feel better but the wonder foods help you lose weight and maintain a leaner, healthier physique as well. 

How to Get Out of a Funk to Get Motivated Getting in shape takes desire for change, belief in yourself, motivation to get started, and determination to reach your goals, it takes perseverance and a positive mental attitude to achieve success.   I’m often asked how I stay motivated after all these years... I have been a fitness enthusiast for nearly 25 years.  Staying motivated takes fortitude and dedication to working towards my goals every day.  I visualize how I want to be as though I've already achieved it.   I stay optimistic and see the good in everyone & everything that I do.  I love myself unconditionally and give to others daily, this enables me to balance my body, mind & spirit daily, which keeps me on track and in line with that which I desire to accomplish in all areas of my life.

FITNESS MOTIVATIONAL THOUGHT OF THE DAY YOU CAN DO IT!!! Attaining the body of your dreams can, in fact, be a reality. Don't give up before you give yourself a real chance to get started. Losing weight and body transformation takes time, perseverance and fortitude.   Don’t focus on how much you want to “lose”, your subconscious doesn't like deprivation. Instead, focus on feeling “lighter” each new day. Let your body do what it does best and it will begin to burn fat rather than storing it. Take   it a day at a time, a pound a time.   Love the skin you're in. Your body is your greatest gift from above; treat it as though it were your best friend. Love it, care for it and think positively about how miraculous it is and all it does for you each new day.   Today's a new day, a new beginning of you! Relish in the joy of life by exercising and moving more today. Eat foods that God made just for us to live a vibrant, healthy life which are rich in nutrition.  

RAVEN'S CLOSET TALK SHOW   RECORDING WITH GUEST CAROL WHITAKER "New Year, New You: Lifestyle Wellness" http://www.talkshoe.com/resources/talkshoe/images/swf/lastEpisodePlayer.swf?fileUrl=http%3A%2F%2Frecordings.talkshoe.com%2FTC-114208%2FTS-698993.mp3  

Happy Monday! I hope you’re off to an excellent start to your day! Unlike many people, I love Mondays! It’s a fresh start to a new beginning to recommit to my fitness goals and dreams. I love my fitness LivFit Lifestyle journey that never ends... It's an awesome way to live!   If you're tired of feeling out of control with your life and eating habits then start today commit to leaving your past behind by embracing an awesome fit future!  Each day this week make it your top priority to exercise for at least 30 to 45 minutes on an empty stomach, doing so will force your body to use your body’s fat stores for energy. 

RAVEN'S CLOSET TALK SHOW PROUDLY PRESENTS  "New Year, New You: Lifestyle Wellness" With Special Guest, Carol Whitaker "Would You Like To Learn How To Live The Life Of Your Dreams? - How About Learn To Lose Weight Without A lot Of Effort? - Do You Want To Truly Connect & Be The Real You?" - - Join Us Thursday January 24th With Our Special Guest Speaker Carol Whitaker, Author/Lifestyle Wellness Coach Join me as I speak on Sonya's awesome show, Raven's Closet tonight at 5 pm MST & 7 pm EST. 

HOW TO LOSE BELLY FAT FAST If weight loss and body sculpting is your main fitness goal, cardiovascular training is essential to accomplish your fitness dreams. During the cold winter months is natural for the body to store belly fat to protect your vital organs. If you're ready to lose that extra padding that's covering your beloved six pack abs then you've come to the right place.  You can lose belly fat faster by doing what I'm about to teach you. Doing cardio first thing in the morning on an empty stomach will burn your fat stores for energy since your glucose in the blood (blood sugar level) is extremely low from fasting during sleeping hours, so your body will turn to its own stored energy to fuel your muscles during tough workouts.    

AVOCADO THE AWESOME  SUPERFRUIT One of the most powerful superfruits is the awesome avocado. It’s not only delicious on sandwiches and in salads but it is loaded with powerful nutrients which support the body enabling it to be healthier, more youthful, vibrant and energized. Most people today do not get enough good fats in their diet. Eating fat has brought about visions of weight gain throughout the years due to the “fat-free” diet craze in the 1990's. The problem with having a diet stripped of healthy fats is good cholesterol is compromised and the brain is prone to emotional illness due to the lack of proper and much needed healthy fats that is required for a highly functioning brain.

BEST AMINO ACIDS SUPPLEMENTS  to Sculpt the Body of Your Dreams If you want to transform your physique then you need to feed your body the building blocks it requires to become the hard body you're striving for. One of the most important aspects of living a LivFit Lifestyle is proper nutrition.  You can work ou t each day and have little results if you're not feeding your body what it requires to build and maintain muscles mass. If you're ready to get it the  best shape  of your life then you need to be serious about your diet! Leave all your useless excuses behind, limiting thoughts only gives your power away, who wants that? I sure don't! I f you want to be thin and fit then you have to make living a fit lifestyle a top priority in your life. Amino acids are one the most important aspects of any fitness enthusiasts diet, that's why protein is a must to transform and sculpt you body into a lean, sexy machine. Just as a high end race car require

WHAT TO EAT TO LOSE WEIGHT I don't know about you but I love to eat healthy whole foods! I love how my body feels when it's fueled with the foods it craves and I love having a trim waistline.  Having a pantry full of healthy foods makes it easier to stay on track with your fitness and weight loss goals along with losing weight easier and with less effort. You can train all day long in a gym but if you don't eat clean you will become highly frustrated and give up before you give yourself a real chance to see transformation in your body.  Your body desires foods it can actually process.