THE MOST RIDICULOUS EXCUSES WE USE TO GET OUT OF EXERCISE

The Most Ridiculous Excuses We Use To Get Out Of Exercise (or Some Sort of Physical Activity).

Women (as are men) are a creative bunch when it comes to exercise. How many of you have managed to rationalize skipping a workout or "having an easy day"?

We're betting most of you have come up with a good (or not so good excuse) to get out of training or doing a bit of beneficial work to add positive gains to your Venus Factor commitments.

In honor of that, we've captured a few of the most ridiculous excuses used to justify bailing on a workout or some hard work.

How many of these are you guilty of using?


1. No energy excuse (I'm soooo tired).

2. The weather excuse (But it looks like it's about to rain....).

3. The beauty excuse (I just did my hair and it looks too nice to mess it up with sweat).

4. The temperature excuse (It's really cold outside).

5. The fashion excuse (All my good gym clothes are in the wash).

6. The monthly excuse (It's that time of the month).

7. The sore excuse (I'm still really sore from exercising the other day).

8. The other sore excuse (My [insert body part] hurts).

9. The "I'm sick" excuse (I sneezed three times today. I'm totally coming down with something).

10. The work excuse (But I've got things I need to do after work).

11. The bra excuse (Damn, I brought the wrong sports bra. Proper support during exercise is important after all).

12. The time excuse (I have no time. I have 2.5 hours of important TV binge watching planned).

13. The music excuse (I forgot my headphones. Can't work out without music).

14. The apparel excuse (I forgot to bring my socks).

15. The alternative weather excuse (It's too hot).

16. The gym excuse (The gym is too busy. I'll go when it's less busy).

So SOOORRY !!! We've heard them all (or do you have one we've missed??) So quit the excuses ladies and get out and get with it. You have a commitment to the money you spent joining the Venus Factor community; so don't blow it and only do a half job. Go out and grab your results by the throat GAL!!

WITH THANKS from : bodyandsoul.com.au

KEEPING FIT DURING THE COLD MONTHS

Keeping Fit During The Cold Months

Somewhere in the World ...... winter is coming ...... so if this helps you get some motivation at this (usually) de-motivating time of the year ....... GO FOR IT!!

Get ready to get out the fluffy jumpers and daggy long pants. It doesn't feel like it just yet but winter is about to hit before you know it. The cold days are notorious for making it more difficult to keep fit and active. Here are some tips to stay motivated and keep up the training all year round.

Do Not Stop At Any Cost

There are numerous benefits to keeping a consistent exercise routine and continuing your fitness goals during the winter. Exercise is great for your mental health and also will help fight off the dreaded winter blues. Now is the ideal time to start losing fat as your metabolism is about to start speeding you up to keep you warm. Keep moving throughout and you will also be one step ahead of the pack when the warmer months start. Keep in mind summer bodies are built in winter!

Don't Let The Cold Cancel Your Routine

Illness is a common setback during winter. One of the many benefits of regular exercise is a healthy and resilient immune system. This means you are less likely to get sick in the first place and if you do get sick then you will recover quicker. Get out and get active and you will be better off. If you are feeling flat in the first place, then you might be better off trying a low intensity class at your gym, like Yoga or Pilates.

Switch It Up

If you love the outdoors then winter can be really challenging at times to keep exercising.

It might be worthwhile looking into joining a fitness center and using the variety of cardio and resistance equipment in a controlled environment. You can look at trying a new aerobics class or even get some guidance from a personal trainer.

If you do need more advice or training tips then be sure to consult your local health and fitness center. They can help you stay on track and keep working hard all through winter.


This post is from :  westernweekender.com.au

Publish date : May 26, 2016

The author is Evrett Vaurasi - Revolutions Health & Fitness Centre
Visit : www.revolutionsgym.com.au

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So the message here is that it is harder to regain fitness than it is to maintain it!! If YOU are trying to keep your motivation to keep a level of physical activity through your Venus Factor journey and need a bit of a humorous look at the top excuses women might make to go "off the rails" through their weekly regimes then have a look at the article "The Most Ridiculous Excuses We Use To Get Out Of Exercise (or Some Sort of Physical Activity)". 

ARE YOU THINKING OF QUITTING DAIRY?

Are You Thinking Of Quitting Dairy?

 Kate is a "local" where I live a writes regular articles about health and diet. I REALLY think this is a great article to share on my Venus Factor website as this thought provoking view from Kate is especially important to women. 

So please read on ..............

A recent study by the CSIRO (an Australian Government Science Body) has found that one in six people are avoiding dairy foods.

The survey showed that the majority of those who avoid dairy foods do so because of symptoms like bloating, cramps and wind.

Each individual has the right to decide which foods they consume, but if you do fall into the category above it's important to seek medical advice rather than self-diagnosing, as there may be a health condition that is going untreated.

For those that choose not to consume dairy for reasons including ethical concerns and issues with taste, it's important to know how to ensure you're still getting enough calcium in your diet.

To reach your daily requirements adults need to consume around 1000mg of calcium, with 1300mg recommended  for teens, women over 50 and men over 70.

Generally when people go dairy free they swap to plant based milk sources, including soy, almond, rice and oat milk. While these can be nutritious alternatives, it's important to check the nutrition labeling to ensure the product has been fortified with calcium.

Some brands contain more calcium than others so look out for those that contain approximately 300mg per serve. This is the equivalent of the calcium content of a glass of cow's milk.

Along with fortified plant based milks, and calcium fortified breads and cereals, plant foods like tofu, green leafy vegetables and almonds also contain calcium. Keep in mind though that the calcium content of these foods is lower than dairy, so it's best to incorporate them into your diet alongside calcium fortified products.

Many Australians struggle to reach their daily calcium requirements so these plant foods can be a beneficial addition to the diet. (And I'm sure this would apply to people in many other Countries).

If you're not sure whether you're getting enough calcium in your diet it's best to speak to an accredited practicing dietician.

And remember, weight bearing exercise and Vitamin D, from food and sunlight, also contribute to bone health. So do your skeleton a favor and get moving!

 
This post is from :  westernweekender.com.au
Publish date : June 9, 2016

The author is Kate Reid. She can be contacted on Twitter :  @kate_reid6

Kate is a journalist and qualified Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) Degree from the University of Wollongong.


Kate does not have any affiliation with this website and does not necessarily agree with the claims of the Venus Factor program. I am just a fan of health and dietary issues she chooses to write about and think they are worth sharing.

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