by Fawn | Jul 20, 2021 | blog, diet, Exercise, Healthy Eating, Life Coaching
If weight loss or fat loss is a goal of yours, I invite you to keep reading this email.Now, I get it…there is an overwhelm of information out there on how to lose weight. Especially now after the pandemic everyone is capitalizing on the whole ‘lose the pandemic 15’. With all that information, it is easy to lose sight of your goal and to not know where to start.So let me help you!First, it’s okay to want to lose weight. You do you, sis (as the kids like to say).The reality is, carrying extra weight around creates health issues. It’s hard on the joints, it’s hard on the heart and it increases your chances of developing a lot of other health issues. Also, it just doesn’t feel good! We all come in different shapes and sizes and I’m a big believer in rocking what your momma gave you BUT you also have to strive to be healthy. And extra weight is not healthy. So that being said, let’s bust down some weight loss myths, shall we?Myth #1 – To lose weight you need to drastically decrease your calories.Not always true. The simple equation is ‘eat less, move more’ and you will lose weight. Science shows that if you create a caloric deficit you will lose weight, and yes you will BUT you don’t have to create a crazy deficit. It also depends on what type of calories you’re putting in your body. If you’re eating 1200 calories of Tim Hortons donuts and you’re expending 1500 calories, you may lose weight but not that much. And you’re going to feel like shit. Decreasing calories drastically can act in... by Fawn | Jun 8, 2020 | diet, Exercise, Healthy Eating, Life, Life Coaching, Uncategorized
Gained the pandemic 15? Learn how to lose it in 15 steps!
by Fawn | Oct 4, 2018 | blog, diet, Healthy Eating, Life Coaching
I wish there was a simple easy way to lose fat and to keep it off. Trust me. I truly wish there was because if there was, I’d be all over it. I’d love to lose that last 5-10lbs on my body by simply taking a pill or getting rid of my cellulite by rubbing some cream on it. I’d buy that shit in a heartbeat. But the reality is, there is no such thing. If there was, why is obesity such a major issue in our society? Science has proven time and time again, that in order to lose fat & to keep it off, you need to do 3 things: exercise daily eat a diet rich in whole foods practice mindfulness That’s it folks. Now, within each of those 3 points are variables. For instance, there is debate as to what type of exercise is best for fat loss. But all agree that daily exercise is needed. Within the ‘diet’ world, there is debate as to which way to eat is healthiest but all can agree that we need WAY more veggies & fruits and foods that are real and whole and not processed. Mindfulness is a newer topic but again, all agree that in order to lose fat & to keep it off, people need to change their habits. And that is done through a mindfulness practice of some sort. Whether it be meditation or journalling or seeking the help of a counselor or all of the above. You can’t change your outside until you change your inside:) I’d also like to add to that list... by Fawn | Sep 27, 2018 | blog, happiness, Life, Life Coaching
You keep making the same choices. That’s why you’re not getting results. And it’s why you keep having to start over. Ultimately, if you want to change any aspect of your life, you have to start making different choices. If you keep making the same choices, you will keep getting the same results.‘The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over & over but expecting different results’. (Interesting fact: This quote is often attributed to Albert Einstein, but he actually never said that. Look it up;) And we know this, but WHY do we keep making the same choices? All of the above. Here’s a story for you. Suzie has been wanting to get fit for quite some time now. Currently, she’s super busy with kids, work, volunteering, etc. etc. So, right now she can only get to 1-2 fitness classes a week. That’s great for her but she really wants to up her exercise and fit in at least 5 workouts a week. She’s also very keen on changing her eating habits by eliminating wine in the evening and stop snacking. She figures out that she could add extra workouts into her week on her lunch hour and 1 day on a weekend. She also decides she won’t drink any wine that week and will get rid of all the junk food in the house. All is well the first week. She gets her workouts in, sticks with healthy eating and feels awesome & successful. ‘I’ve got this‘, is her mantra. The 2nd week starts out with great intention but then on day 3, she’s stressed and tired... by Fawn | Sep 8, 2018 | blog, Exercise, Healthy Eating, Life, Life Coaching, Uncategorized
Okay, people…..the kids are back at school and settled, summer is clearly over and so now that leaves you. It is time to get your shit together and set up your fall fitness & health routine. Those of you who know me know that I LOVE September. Not for the weather or the changing colours and all that other poetic stuff people wax on about. Yes, the leaves are pretty, I’ll give you that but I am perfectly happy with summer weather all year round. I LOVE September because, for me, it’s OPPORTUNITY! September signals new and fresh. It’s the beginning of a new year and it’s when I feel most creative and productive. Yes, January is the actual ‘new year’ but September has always been more of the new year to me than January. This September is especially exciting for me because I moved from where I lived for 18 years to the city. I took a leap of faith and literally jumped from the pond to the ocean. And I’m super excited about it. (Sometimes I feel nauseous about it too but mainly excited;) Anywho….after a summer of no routine, alcoholic beverages (hello Nudes!), yummy BBQs, chips, chilling & beaching it, it is time for us to get our shit together! Have you registered for fitness classes yet? Or have figured out in your schedule where you can fit fitness in? Have you hired a personal trainer yet? Or a life coach? What are you doing to work toward your health & fitness goals this fall season? If you want to be really successful with your fitness &...