My Trainer Fitness is featured in The Week Magazine as a great way to step up your workout!

The Week Magazine, Nov. 26, 2010

Dr. Masaru Emoto has pioneered the photographic research of the impact of environment, intention, sound, music and thought on water molecules.  Emoto’s research shows how water molecules change their formation, structure and beauty, depending on what they’re exposed to. My 15 year-old daughter, Devani, observed how this relates to exercise.  She noted that since our bodies are 70% water, that negative self-talk sets us up for failure, not only attitudinally, but potentially by negative programming at the cellular level.

Consider when we don’t want to workout and say or think as much, and how our water molecules could actually be arranging into formations less conducive of energy.  Consider other negative self-talk, such as “I hate my _____”; “I’m so tired…”;  “I not very good at ______”; “I’d rather not work out…”, etc….filling in your own particular inner arguments and self-criticism or resistances.  Consider even the arguments about food and how we are frustrated with ourselves for eating the wrong things, or not working out.

“The messages from water are telling us to look inside ourselves”

What’s happening in all of this is that we are making it harder than it has to be by setting in motion or perpetuating resistance and a negative internal environment.  If we do this repeatedly, then we are actually attacking ourselves in ways unseen that manifest in ways untold and unknown in the moment, yet which adversely impact our lives.

Consider the alternative through positive self-talk.  If we imagine each thought we have and word we speak to be energy, what energy are we setting in motion and perpetuating?  If you have any doubt as to whether we have the power to create a better life, a better self, beginning with our voice, our thoughts, our actions…just give it a try.  Begin now to notice every single negative of any kind that you may think or speak.  Catch yourself and change the thought or word to the positive side of it, for each negative has a positive and vice versa.  This is positivism, practically applied and it can change a workout, and it can change your life.  Dare to try it…it’s free and it’s powerful.  Let us know your experience…we’d love to hear.

Positively charge your water, and you’ll positively charge your life.

Check out the Water Crystal Study under the guidance of Dr Masara Emoto and his team in Tokyo!

It’s a wonderful time of year, holidays are upon us and for many of us that means travel.  Whether by plane or car you may find yourself sitting for prolonged periods of time, eager to be active once you reach your destination! A few helpful tips from My Trainer Fitness will prepare you for your workouts on the go and enable you to make healthy nutritional choices.

Equip yourself!
If you are visiting family, a gym may not be an option. That’s ok! You can take your My Gym Trainer books or any of the My Trainer Fitness 6-Packs. Bring a pair of dumbbells or it may be likely that your family or friends have a pair kicking around in their garage or basement J  One product we recommend is Aquabells; water inflatable dumbbells that compress for travel! www.aquabells.com.  Just don’t forget to pack workout shoes and clothing and you’re set! Fitness on the go can be easy and portable workouts are the solution!

Improvise!
So you’re prepared but discover a lack of equipment at the local gym or hotel?  No problem!  You can do similar exercises for the same body part! Flip to another week of workouts or think of an exercise you have done in past. If an exercise calls for a barbell, use dumbbells. If you don’t have access to an exercise ball you can likely use a mat.  And if you don’t have access to the gym then head outside!  Change your cardio from machine based to walking or running intervals. Make it fun to figure out alternate options and you’ll feel stronger and smarter afterward!  J

Recruit!
Sharing your fitness knowledge and passion is a great way to give back! Involve your friends and family in your workout! Show them how fun and easy fitness on the go can be!  And don’t forget the kids! My Trainer Fitness for Kids are fun fitness games and drills for kids perfect to get everyone involved in the fitness revolution! Fitness  and workouts for kids is essential with an obesity epidemic upon us!

It may seem to be a “no brainer” that we should be active while traveling and even—especially—during holidays, but it can be easy to get off track during these times.  So with just a little planning and commitment to be active each day, even if it’s just a brisk walk around the block, helps keep us healthy and balanced.  You will be glad you did because it’s never easy…always worth it!™

Holiday meals don’t have to be something we dread or have to approach with caution. Suggesting a new healthier traditional dinner for Thanksgiving and other holiday meals to your family and friends can be a great opportunity to try new recipes and put a twist on the standard holiday fare.

1. Decide on the most favored dessert and make only that so that there’s only one dessert to try. And explore recipes online that are lower in fat and calories but taste just as great! http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/ is one of our favorite recipe resources and their recipes also provide the nutritional breakdown.

2. Plan a balanced menu around the top 3 or 4 dishes to make, and make or bring only that. For instance, if you have stuffing, then don’t have bread. We’re less inclined to overeat if we have fewer choices.

3. Reduce or substitute the fat used for cooking, dressings, etc., by 1/2. Time and again I have reduced the oil or butter in a recipe by half without anyone even noticing it. Similarly, substitute 2% milk for half and half. Apple sauce is another fat substitute used in many baked goods.

4. Invite everyone to go for a brisk walk around your block or neighborhood immediately after your meal. Once you sit, full, it can be harder to get up or want to get up. A brisk walk will energize everyone while still providing an opportunity to converse. This is such a great tradition to set in motion for the kids. If the weathers too messy, then try something active like an active Wii game.

5. The most important thing for a peaceful and enjoyable Thanksgiving is this: remember to appreciate and be thankful for all that we do have, not what might be missing. Counting blessings means to focus on those blessings and when we do that, our blessings grow, diminishing the worries and challenges because whatever we put our attention on tends to grow.

If you are faced with the challenge of attending a holiday meal that you cannot contribute to then watch your portions. Stay away from the empty starchy carbs and high fat gravy and buttery dishes. Lean protein, salad and veggies are usually options at most meals. Indulge in a favorite or two if you like and you will feel empowered by your choices and not laden with guilt at a time when we should be enjoying family and friends and appreciating our many blessings.

The bottom line to help your bottom line: eat the healthiest items first and you’ll be less likely to overindulge on that which your body doesn’t need.

From your friends at My Trainer Fitness: Fitness on the go!