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They say in dating that compatibility is everything. Well, when you’re thinking about dating someone do you check to see if their lifestyle habits are the same as yours? If not, it may not be the best relationship for you if you really are focused on reaching your fitness goals!
That’s where Fitness Dates comes in. Fitness Dates is the web’s #1 online source for singles that are looking for a date with someone that shares their ideas for health and fitness. Fitness dating is a great if you’re looking for a significant other that can help keep you motivated and moving forward, not hold you back. Who knows, you could also find a good looking training partner!
So if you’re looking for a date to share some good quality fitness oriented time with, I’d consider checking out Fitness Dates!
GNC Coupons
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We all know that buying your supplements and products online is a great way to save. Well, I don’t know if you’ve ever heard of Coupon Chief online coupons, but they have a great selection of coupons that can help you save any more when you’re doing your online shopping.
Just today I was browsing through their site and came across some GNC coupons. Naturally, the deals that they offer will vary from time to time, but why not save as much as you can? GNC has a great selection of quality products, so they’re definitely worth checking out. Honestly though, if you haven’t already heard of GNC I’d have to wonder where you’ve been for the last 40 years or so!
Mid-Year Goal Checkup!
We’re now half-way through the year. Have you checked your goals lately? Hopefully back in the beginning of the year you set some measurable goals about what you wanted to accomplish this year in relation to your health and fitness. So how are you doing?
I’ve recommended several times on this blog that it’s a really good idea to check up on your goals at least every quarter. So by the end of March you should do a checkup, then again at the end of June, a third time at the end of September, and finally a year-end checkup. Well, now it’s time for checkup number two!
If you don’t have any goals, now is a great time to set some 1, 3, and 6 month goals to get you through the rest of the year. As you probably already know, goals need to be realistic, measurable, and have a deadline to be effective. If you haven’t hit the goals that you set at the beginning of the year, maybe you’ll just be extending the deadline. Or, maybe you need to adjust the goal entirely to something that is more realistic.
One very important thing to note is this: It’s ok to miss your goals! The fact of the matter is that if you are setting tough goals that make you stretch yourself to the limit you will most likely miss a lot of your goals. That just means that you’re stretching yourself and reaching for greatness. If you’re hitting every single one of your goals with ease, then your goals are too easy and you’re not stretching yourself as hard as you should. Don’t set them so hard that they’re impossible to reach (remember goals need to be realistic), but make them tough.
Also, its good to set some easier ones from time to time as well so that you can be sure to get that sense of accomplishment. Personally, I think that doing a combination of really tough, hard-to-reach goals and easier goals is great for motivation.
Good luck in reaching your goals for the next 6 months!
How About ‘The Biggest Gainer’??
The funny thing is that most people would tell those of use that are in the gain weight and muscle game that we should be happy to be naturally skinny! But for a lot of skinny people out there this isn’t necessarily a compliment.
So here’s what I think: maybe NBC or somebody should do a show that is the opposite of the popular show “The Biggest Loser” (which I must admit is a rather inspirational show, probably one of the only worthwhile reality shows out there). You could call it “The Biggest Gainer”. All it would entail is to go across the country and find a bunch of so-called “98 lb weaklings” or other skinny types and see who can put on the most muscle in a season. Track their progress, give details about what they’re going in terms of diet and exercise, and thus educate this overlooked group of people on how to improve their lives by gaining weight.
Do you think I’m asking for too much with this idea? Granted, it probably wouldn’t have as wide of an appeal as something like “The Biggest Loser”, but could still help out a lot of people. Maybe someday. . .
Outdoor Exercise Idea
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Yesterday we left a post about getting outside to get some exercise when the weather is good for a great way to get some variety in your workout. Today we decided to give you a specific, creative way to get outside, have a great time, and also get some good exercise. Go paintballing!
If you want to try a new sport, you really should give paintball a try. You’ll get a great adrenaline rush as you’re running around trying not to get hit and also trying to hit as many others as you can. It really is a great sport to play.
For those of you that are new to the sport, a great place to get all of the paintball gear that you need is Ultimate Paintball. They carry all of the top brands like Tippman, Spyder, Draxxus, and more. Some of their top selling paintball guns include the Tippmann A-5, Smart Parts Ion, and the Spyder Pilot ACS. They also offer the best prices with free shipping. So if you think paintball is up your alley, you should definitely check out their site.
Memorial Day - How Are You Doing on Your Goals?
Memorial Day is here, which means that we’re almost half way through the year. So, how are you doing on your goals? We talked back in March about how every quarter its a good idea to look back and see how you’re doing on your overall goals. Well, the end of June is the end of the second quarter of this year, so its time to start ramping up your efforts to be on track by the time you reach this important bench mark.
In preparation for the half-year goal checkup, first we’d recommend you pull out your goals again to make sure you’re on track. Hopefully you don’t have to dust them off too much :-). If so, don’t worry about it, just start moving forward on your goals. Reset them if necessary so that you can start to get ready for third quarter (July - September).
Memorial Day is also a great time to consider competing in some type of event like a 5k, marathon, triathlon, etc. There should be plenty of these activities going on in your state this summer, why not try and find one that you can start to prepare for so that you really have a deadline that is more pressing? A lot of people find that having a deadline like this really helps them to meet their goals even better because its an actual event rather than just a date on the calendar that they’re working towards.
Find out what works for you, but make sure that you keep moving forward and keep moving towards your ultimate goal.
MyFitnessPal.com Review
When trying to lose weight (or even gain weight for that matter) you may not want to track every single calorie that you eat, but you will want to get an idea from time to time of what you are eating. In order to do this we would recommend using some type of calorie counter like the one you will find for free at MyFitnessPal.com.
With MyFitnessPal.com you have access to a lot of great features to help you on your fitness journey. Here are some of these features:
- Easy to use food diary
- Food database with information on 6,000 different foods (and growing)
- A personal food database
- Discussion forums for support and motivation
- Personalized diet profile
- Flexibility
The best part about MyFitnessPal.com is that it is always 100% free. They don’t charge any fees for any of these services.
One of the best features of MyFitnessPal.com is the community side. Having the support of others in your weight loss or muscle building efforts could be the missing key to your success. That’s why its always recommended that you have a training partner and also that you hang out with people headed in the same direction that you are. While you may not get a training partner (although you might find a local buddy there), you can at least get some great moral support. Check them out sometime!
What is Your Favorite Cardio Workout?
Also, perhaps you have a favorite for different purposes. For example, maybe you prefer to use a treadmill for longer cardio sessions but a stationary bike for HIIT workouts. Whatever the case we’re looking for some feedback from visitors to the site. Leave a comment below and let us know which cardio machine (or outside workout) you prefer and why.
Consistency
Deep down everyone knows that its best to have at least some type of a plan. But how many of us actually do it? Many books out there such as Body-for-LIFE
Another level of consistency is planning out how often you are going to workout and then sticking with it. If you schedule changes from time to time, don’t just go with the flow and gradually adjust things accordingly. Instead, do it ahead of time and make sure that you are always planning what time you’re going to exercise based on your schedule. In a perfect world we would all be able to have the perfect schedule, but that sadly isn’t the case. Plan your time the way you need to so that you can make things happen. This is consistency.
To be successful in anything, you have to be persistent and consistent. Health and fitness is no different. Set your goals, make your plan, and go out there and do it!
