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Focus on What You Can Do

It is a natural thing to instantly focus on what you can’t do.

If you get injured, sick, let go from a job, etc.

Then we get into a negative spiral of thoughts and emotions.

But I want to challenge you to focus on what you can do.

Sure, there are limitations or restrictions or things you purely cannot do, but it does no good to focus on that.

It is depressing, frustrating and can make you want to give up.

I think back to my motor learning class in college where we worked with people with disabilities and it was amazing what they could do!

And I think as able bodied adults we get pretty consumed in the negative or the can’t, without even considering the options.

I had introduced an elimination diet these last couple of weeks and boy that got some stirring…

I am saying this in love, but saw some folks went straight into a closed mindset of “I can’t do that…”

So I want to encourage you today, no matter where you are in your health and wellness journey to focus on what you can do.

If you are a busy mom, working nights – forget about the gym workouts and simply walk and focus on food.

These two wins are enough to see some cool results!

Or if you are doing our Gut Health Challenge where this first week we eliminated several foods – keep focused on what you can consume.

It is actually not that far off with how we all want to eat anyways.

AND is totally doable.

This all falls in alignment with focusing on what is good in your life.

Focus on what you can do in all areas of your life.

If you have gotten a scary diagnosis, where is the good, what can we focus on now, how can you win or what would be the simplest way to get to your desired result.

Don’t overcomplicate life.

I know I am coming at you hard today.

But I see so many struggle to keep a winning mindset.

See the good in every situation.

Believe that everyone has the best intentions.

Focus on what you can do.

Big hugs and high fives, hope this resonated and helps.

Arin

Back to School, Back to You!

We crave a good schedule.

We thrive…

Our kids thrive…

When things are predictable and in a good flow.

I see this time of year so important for so many people.

Summer tends to be more free form, vacations and a nice break from the norm.

Now that this time of year is upon us…

What are you doing to focus on you?

-Sleep Schedule

-Breathing Exercises

-Gratitude Journal

-Nutrition

-Movement

These are all the areas we recommend you focus on and find a routine that works for you.

Sleep is one of the most important areas we suggest you focus on.

We say we are a night owl, but that is a conditioned behavior.

Sleep is when our body restores itself and most need 7-9 hours.

Saying you can survive on less is exactly what has been stated surviving, not thriving.

Sleep takes intentional effort.

We need to find a pattern that can work for you.

Reduce blue light exposure.

Stop eating 1-3 hours before bed.

Take a shower/bath.

Hot/Cold therapy.

Journal or meditate.

Calming Teas.

The most important part of all of this is finding what is going to work for you.

Self care is critical with all that is going on in our world.

Find what can work for you, what feels good and you can do on a daily basis.

If you have kids see what you can do to help them establish new routines.

I know our kids thrive when things are predictable.

They go to bed at the same time, wake at the same time, clothes are set out, lunches/snacks packed and we head to school at the same time.

Take some space this week to think about your new routine and how it supports you and your goals.

Let me know if you need help,

Arin

Having a Winning Mindset

Today I want to encourage you to go into whatever it is you are wanting to achieve or do with a winning mindset.

You will win.

I have won.

Whatever winning looks like to you.

It could be your next sales call, your next presentation, business deal, or victory on the scale.

Our mind is an amazing beast.

Every day we choose whether our mind is working with you or against you.

The most important word in that last sentence is CHOOSE.

You get to choose.

We all have triggers and things that knock us off our game no matter how big or small the stakes.

We can talk ourselves out of deserving the promotion, landing that next big deal or contract, or victory with our health.

We have to trust ourselves and believe in what’s already True.

Look beyond the goal.

When I get out of my own darn way is when I always succeed and I have to remember its not about me. It’s the people I get to serve.

When working towards a health and wellness goal it’s never about the number on the scale.

Look right past that.

It’s about how we feel in the morning when we wake up.

The energy we have with our kids or after a long day.

How we show up in front of our peers.

Our daily confidence.

What if you woke up every day and said:

“I am healthy, strong, and confident.”

What do you think would happen if you said this for 365 days?

Do you think it would come true?

I do?

Why do I know this?

Because I have seen it in my own life and our client’s lives.

Wake up with a winning mindset and nothing will stop you.

Be in gratitude and full of faith. You can and will achieve anything you desire.

But if you feel stuck, and you can’t get off the hamster wheel of negative thoughts. You have to reach out.

We’ve never been only a workout and never will be.

It’s so much more than that.

Arin 

PRIMAVERA PORK TENDERLOIN

 

DESCRIPTION

Celebrate spring with this Juicy Primavera Pork Tenderloin stuffed with all your favorite springtime veggies and drizzled in a flavorful Italian marinade. It’s pretty enough to serve to guests but easy enough to make for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. It’s the ultimate spring pork recipe!

INGREDIENTS

2 – 1 1/2-2 lb. pork tenderloins

100 grams thinly sliced prosciutto

Optional: 1/4 cup goat cheese (omit for Paleo and Whole30)

6 asparagus spears, ends snapped off

1/4 yellow pepper, cut into strips

1/4 small zucchini, cut into rounds then each round cut in half

1/2 tomato, cut into slices

THE SEASONING

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

2 teaspoons each: minced fresh oregano and thyme (or 1 teaspoon each dried)

3/4 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

Set your oven to 420 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the pork on the baking sheet and make cuts every 2 inches along the tenderloins being careful not to cut all the way through.

Stuff a small piece of prosciutto into each of the cuts. If you’re using the goat cheese, place about a teaspoon in each cut. Fill the cuts with the veggies, alternating colors.

In a small bowl, mix together all the seasoning ingredients. Pour this over the pork.

Place the tenderloins in the oven and roast for 25 minutes. If you have a meat thermometer, you want it to read 145 degrees. After removing it from the oven, let the pork rest for 5 minutes before cutting it into slices to serve.

NOTES

You’ll have some extra veggies on hand after stuffing the pork. They’re great tossed in a little olive oil and roasted beside the pork. Or make an easy veggie stir fry tomorrow!

 

Time to get out of the house

Here are some statements we keep hearing:

“I am so ready to get out of the house.”

“I can’t workout at home.”

“I just let myself go; I need to get these 20lbs off me.”

We are at a point where enough is enough, now not neglecting we need to be safe and smart, but we are tired and want to resume some normalcy.

We need to create a new routine.

I believe it is beyond clear that we have to take care of ourselves.

Your health is ESSENTIAL.

And it has never been a better time to take care of you.

If you are feeling worn out, tired of being in your house, and need to get out and do something positive for yourself, we have a safe space.

I can’t tell you how many times I have had conversations with our clients and these workouts are more mental than physical.

Just being able to break free from the day-to-day, come into a positive and uplifting environment, sweat, and just feel good.

That doesn’t mean this virus doesn’t exist but I feel pretty confident saying over 70% of our current clients are vaccinated.

We have not let up on social distancing and cleaning procedures.

The airflow has always been super important to us even before the pandemic and between the fans, two 5-Ton HVAC systems, a garage door, and 7,000 sq ft – our private facility is a huge win!

So, I want to acknowledge how you are feeling right now.

Your health and your MENTAL HEALTH are Essential, let us know if we can help.

Shoot me a message back and we can talk about options for you.

Arin