The same popular women’s magazine main article from November to April says:
Melt 10 pounds in 21 days!
Lose 5 pounds this week!
Drop 15 pounds fast!
Get a flat belly!
Walk off 10 pounds in 21 days!
I want to burn these magazines! They do nothing for me except anger me! I don’t want to “melt 10 pounds in 10 days,” because those pounds don’t magically melt away. Nor do I want to drop 15 pounds fast,” because in all likelihood what is lost fast is gained back just as fast! As far as getting a flat belly, at 53 it may not be so realistic unless I wear a girdle like my mother!
We are bombarded by magazines that insult us and tell us that we are not perfect or good enough! I am not buying into this myth and neither should you! The focus or call to action should be – live a healthy lifestyle. Otherwise, we will never be satisfied with how we are. We will never appreciate our bodies unique shape because we’ll be so busy trying to fix ourselves and chase after someone else’s illusion of how we should be.
Author: gobefitc
What do you think of when the word fitness comes to mind? What images and thoughts appear? What are you doing in that moment? Is it enjoyable or are you just going through the motions?
Beth's philosophy is that fitness should be fun, goal-oriented, realistic and integrated into daily life, regardless of age, gender, health and level. Attitude is everything when it comes to health and fitness.
She inspires and motivates every individual to utilize their greatest gifts: their body, heart and mind, by creating a dynamic and functional program that incorporates fitness into everyday life. The days of tedious and monotonous workouts are over! Instead, you get an exhilarating program that suits you. Variety is the spice of life!
Participating in a lifelong fitness program that excites you, empowers you, and reflects you and your goals is your ultimate health and fitness success story.
The real question is: What do you imagine for yourself now — at whatever stage you may be in your life?
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