Fitness, Diet, and the Power of the Mind

Fitness, Diet, and the Power of the Mind

by Stephanie Big Eagle

Founder of ~One Oyate~

A new year is in delicate bloom, and spring is right around the corner. It's the perfect time to take an honest look at yourself, and to make positive changes that will affect your good health for the rest of your life.

To improve the balance of your overall health, there are three areas which I recommend become your primary focus now: Fitness, Diet, and the Power of your Mind. When all of these areas excel, you will become capable of achieving yor wildest dreams! 

  

Whether you are at a beginner's, intermediate, or advanced fitness level, There is no better way to acheive your fitness goals then to get up and just get moving! Hence the saying: A body in motion stays in motion. If you want to see changes in your physique, then you have to become physical! Even committing yourself to a simple half hour of walking a day is an excellent place to start for the beginner. For the more advanced, try adding challenges to your workout routine that are engaging and physique-shaping. Be creative! Your body is your temple! The health of your spirit is reflected by the health of your body. That is why the true warrior has both a beautiful spirit and body.

 

 

 

A wholesome diet is essential to maximizing your health. It can either make or break the deal. An organic diet filled with fresh fruits and vegetables, digestible proteins, essential fatty acids, and super foods (calorie sparse and nutrient dense natural foods which are superior sources of anti-oxidants and essential nutrients) such as wheatgrass, coconut oil, bee pollen, raw honey, seaweed, and ginseng can provide all the physical stamina and mental stability needed to endure more challenging workouts. Think of your diet as your natural medicine cabinet. To build your immunity, to fuel your workouts, and to stablilize your hormones and moods, a well balanced and wholesome diet cannot be ignored! Invest in a healthy diet to ensure a superior you!

 

 

The most vital element of your overall health is defined by the Power of your Mind! If you believe you can... then you are already halfway there! If you know that you can... then you are there! Negative thoughts, doubts, and self-criticism cause depressing effects on your stamina and block the release of "happy" endorphins (neurotransmitters in your brain which send signals to the body, affecting its moods). It truly is all up to you, and only you, to take the first step towards becoming the warrior or warrior-ess you want to be! Concentrate on everything that is beautiful and positive about yourself, and ignore that which brings you down. Create daily affirmations such as: "I am capable of acheiving anything I dedicate myself to," or "I will, because I can." Try meditating in a quiet place or while practicing yoga, and say these positive affirmations to yourself over and over. You will be amazed when they become your reality!

 

Some food for thought...
Stephanie Big Eagle
Asst. Manager at Savage Workouts

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