Greetings Armstrong Women and Sister Pearls,Here is your FitMotivation for the month of November. Yaay We are Almost There!! GO ARMSTRONG!!!!!!!
Spiritual Checkup/ Lifestyle of Healthy Living- Series 3
When taking care of our body, also known as the Lord’s temple, it is a balancing act. Achieving physical wellness and fitness should not be self-consuming. God is to be glorified when healthy living and self-control is part of a lifestyle of being fit. By doing so, we are more effective in our daily walk with Him and our relationship with others. When we feel good we are more energetic and enthusiastic, not only for the benefit of ourselves, but others as well.
A few key elements of healthy living and self-control:
- Stress control
- Exercise
- Dietary moderation
Scripture reference: 6 Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7
We are to work toward self-control in everything “And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.“1 Corinthians 9:25);
Especially food “Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? ” Matthew 6:25
And drink “And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit” Ephesians 5:18.
We are to avoid gluttony “Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh: For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags” Proverbs 23:20-21.
Consistent daily activity can help us have a happy and fit lifestyle. We should always have an attitude of gratitude and always be thankful to God. Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.
Commit to following this Healthy Lifestyle Checklist daily.
List at least 3 things you are grateful for:
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What inspires you to achieve your goal or goals to live your life fit today?
List some of those goal(s)?
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Name one thing you appreciate about your beautiful and strong body today?
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Time to Grade Your Day!
Daily Activity/Movement: (walking, exercising, bicycling, etc.)
# of minutes______________
Results
1.Dissatisfied
2. Satisfied
3. Neither Satisfied or Dissatisfied
4. Very Satisfied
5. Extremely Satisfied
Meals: What did you eat today?
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What was your energy level, after you ate?
0 5 10
Low Medium High
Reflection: What does your mood reflect? Sad, Happy, Content
FitMotivation Lifestyle Tip: To avoid late night snacking, brush your teeth after dinner. This will signal your body and mind that eating is over and it’s time for bed.
FitMotivation Lifestyle Inspiration: Remember, every Accomplishment starts with the decision to Try!
Congratulations!! You have completed your Pre-Event FitMotivation. After the Cycling Event we will continue with FitMotivation to help keep you fit for the year.
After The EventTips to protect your joints (Arthritis)
- Keep the impact low. Low impact exercises like stationary or recumbent bicycles, elliptical trainers, or exercise in the water help keep joint stress low while you move.
- Apply heat. …
- Move gently. …
- Go slowly. …
- Ice afterward.
**Continue your exercising to keep your bodies and heart strong.
See You At The Race!!
Be Well, Be Healthy, Be Purposeful!!
Alba & Karen