Working Out: Starting and Keeping going

My favorite yoga class is 6 am on Monday mornings. Every week as we get settled on our mats and get ready to start the teacher tells us “Don’t worry – the hardest part is over; you made it to your mat.” It’s a super tough class so I am not entirely sure that’s true, but I get her point!

We are continuing our New Year, Healthier You series that we started on the first with Weight Management, and continued last week with Sleep. This week is all about fitness and working out.

For many of us that’s the hardest part; getting to our mat (or gym, or tennis court, or park or beach, wherever it is that you go!), moving past inertia and actually getting out there and doing it – and if that’s the case for you, I encourage you to try rubbing a drop of Motivation over your heart (you can also diffuse). This blend is sure to get you inspired and following through on your goals.

And once you’ve actually gotten there and worked out? Heres a couple tips to help with muscle recovery and feeling even better the next day.

Aminowise

• If you aren’t an athlete you may not have heard of BCAAs or Branch Chain Amino Acids. BCAA help with reducing lactic acid build up during workouts, and post-workout muscle recovery (basically you won’t feel as stiff the next day).
• Helps support the production of nitric oxide, which can improve vascular blood flow (basically you’ll feel better while working out)
• Supports hydration by replenishing important minerals lost during exercise (basically you won’t feel as tired the next day).

You don’t have to be an elite athlete to enjoy Aminowise – I use it when I am gardening, or skiing, or at the gym. I use it EVERY DAY in Nepal while I am building, and lifting 14lb bricks over and over again. And unlike many BCAA supplements on the market, Young Living’s contains no artificial sweeteners, no preservatives, synthetic colors, artificial flavors, added sugars. It was formulated in collaboration with Young Living Brand Ambassador and US Olympic champion Bryan Clay (who gave me a High 5 during my first 5k run in support of the Young Living Foundation!).

Suffice to say, whether you are a pro-athlete or just looking to get more active, you are going to love how Aminowise makes you feel!

PanAway

PanAway essential oil blend has a refreshing, invigorating aroma; it goes on with a cooling sensation when applied to the skin, following by a warming sensation for tired muscles. It’s a perenial favorite mixed with any of Young Living’s massage oils for that relaxing, soothing post-workout routine.

It’s got a synergistic blend of Wintergreen, Helichrysum, Clove, and Peppermint essential oils. With the Wintergreen it smells a bit like a locker room to me! LOL or maybe a stick of gum. It’s definitely a manly-smell and not on the floral side.  Great for working out or anytime.

• Plus PanAway is FREE this month with a 190PV order.

Hopefully, these tips have you feeling a little more inspired to keep up your activity levels and work on those New Year resolutions. Comment below with your NY resolution so we can all cheer you on!