moderation is key. i must admit, when i was at home, moderation was not something even on my mind. my unhealthy eating habits [raiding the cupboards and zero portion control] combined with my lack of exercise really took a toll on my body. though my weight didn't fluctuate very much, i felt very unhealthy. it is a vicious cycle too- it has effects on your confidence and will power.
"eat healthy, but treat myself to something sweet everyday."
once i get into my work routine, i decided to start over. though i have eaten relatively healthy since moving into the city, i decided to do a three day detox. since it is for a short period of time, 1. it will be bearable, and 2. it will give me just enough of a jump start to eating healthy. i promise to eat more greens, vegetables and fruits. i promise to drink plenty of water each day. i promise to always think about the effects food has once it is ingested: ex: the small bag of potato chips- lets be honest, it will go right to my waist and i will have to work ten times harder to get it off- not to mention the feeling of guilt.
luckily, i love fruits and dark chocolate- both which for me, can count towards my "something sweet." i have a horrible sweet tooth and love to have something sweet after every meal- instead of cookies or candy bar, i opt for an apple, berries or a small piece of dark chocolate. so much better for me- but again, everything in moderation.
yes. i know i skipped number three. there is a reason to my madness: two and four go together.
"be active: go to yoga at least three times a week and start ballet again"
i finally broke in the pair of sneakers that i bought in summer of 2011. i am embarrassed to say, they have been worn once to actually run in, and once to run errands. sad, but true. moving to the city in and of itself has already forced me to be more active. i love walking around and seeing the little beauties that make up new york city. this may take a little more time to achieve as a goal, because i first need to get used to my life and work routine. not only that, it is better for your body to ease into a work out routine- and to give yourself some time to adjust. i do go to yoga to the people when i can, but i have yet to sign up for a gym or studio membership. i am weighing my options and looking for a good gym or studio. i am not sure i am ready to go back to ballet [the idea of a leotard frightens me at the moment], but i thought a barre exercise class would be a great hybrid between ballet and working out. in the meantime, if time and weather permits, i promise to ignore the subway and walk as much as i can. i promise to do these amazing work out videos from fitsugar at home if i can't make it to a class.
what juice cleanses have you tried? what is your favorite? do you recommend three or five day cleanses?
do you know of any good barre exercise classes in the city? what is your go-to gym or studio?
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