Does What you Think Help Transform your Body?

Happy Thursday! We have loved spending this October with you! Please let our Team encourage and uplift you as we go into the holiday months. Our theme this month has been optimism in October. It is easy to get down on ourselves and feel that we are not good enough in certain areas, or maybe all areas. But, we want to encourage you and tell you that YOU ARE ENOUGH. You are strong, beautiful, hard working, and dedicated and you are enough.

TransFit Trainer Demetria  "D" is sharing the importance of positive self talk! Take just a few minutes to reset and refocus your thoughts and enjoy her post on positive self talk! 

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Do you ever hear that little voice in your head that either speaks confident positive thoughts continuously or maybe even negative thoughts? Although no one else hears that voice, it greatly impacts our lives on a day to day basis. That little voice is what is call self talk. Although you may not realize it, you are already practicing self-talk, without even actually vocalizing these thoughts. Self-talk has a HUGE impact on confidence and even motivation.  Developing better or positive self-talk takes hard work but is an essential piece to living healthy body, mind, and spirit. 

Benefits of positive self-talk:

• Truly feeling better about yourself
• Boosting your confidence
• Building your self esteem
• Reducing stress
• Beginning to recognize the optimistic voice in your head
• Feeling a sense of clarity

3 Ways to practice positive self talk.

1. Listen in - we don’t always consciously take note of that we’re saying in our minds. The first step in improving your self-talk is to actually notice what your inner voice is saying. Take some time each day to listen, and even write down, what you’re thinking.

2. Monitor- is your self-talk more positive or negative? Start questioning your self-talk asking things like:

·      Is there a more positive way of looking at this?

·      Am I keeping everything in perspective?

·      Can I do anything to change what I’m feeling bad about?

3. Adjust- changing your self-talk it easier said than done, but definitely worth working on. Try by countering your negative thoughts with positive ones by shifting your focus on I will, or I can thoughts. For example: Thinking things like:

·      I am capable.

·      I know who I am and I am enough.

·      I choose to be present in all that I do.

·      I choose to think thoughts that serve me well.

·      I choose to reach for a better feeling.

·      I share my happiness with those around me.

·      My body is my vehicle in life; I choose to fill it with goodness.

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"For as she thinks within herself, so she is..." Proverbs 23:7

Continue to work hard this month ladies and focus on your self talk. It is so important to fill our minds with thoughts of things above. The October Challenge is coming to an end soon! Continue to push yourself to do some sort of exercise daily. One of your exercises could be to come to our new HIIT Cardio class at 5:30 AM on Thursday mornings! You can sign up on the app or MindBody! We would love for you to join us! If you have any questions, please email us at transfitathens@gmail.com. 

Blessings, 

Team TransFit

Drawing Strength from Philippians 4:8

Throughout October, we have focused on Philippians 4:8, which says: “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable— if anything is excellent or praiseworthy— think about such things.” I emphasize this verse because I have been reading The 4:8 Principle and exploring the power of positive thinking in my life. I hope you will draw strength from this verse as we move into the business of the holiday season. I hope this inspires you to remember your blessings and triumphs, especially on difficult days. I wanted to share this excerpt from The Daniel Plan, which I read today. It is a good reminder of how important our thoughts are when trying to live a healthy lifestyle.

“But there’s a better option: Change your autopilot. The same is true with your health habits. To make a lasting change, you must change how you think. Behind everything you do — even your unhealthy habits — is a thought that keeps you from getting healthy. So, friends, I challenge you to change your mindset today!
Tell yourself TODAY is the day I am going to live a healthy lifestyle! I challenge you to stop making excuses and start making progress towards reaching your goals! ”

— Rick Warren

Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts. Proverbs 4:23

If the first step is changing our autopilots, we must reflect on our daily habits. Do you typically reach for a soda during lunch? For a week, try reaching for water or green tea instead. At first, it may be difficult, but the more you repeat this action, the more ingrained it will become in your mind until it becomes a habit.

Changing our habits is essential, but sustaining changes without changing our thoughts isn't easy. Instead of focusing on what you are cutting out, consider the positives of your new choices. Think about the fantastic foods you CAN eat! Eating a healthy, well-balanced meal gives us so much energy and focus during the day, and the long-term health benefits are a plus, too! Exercising regularly gives us a little endorphin boost to aid in positive thinking and gives our bodies extra protection as we age. You could even meet new friends who also share your passions.

It is important to remember that this is not a solo journey, and you do not have to walk it alone. Commit with your family to eat healthier and set yourself up for success by keeping healthy choices at home. Try a new class at the gym with a friend or join a fitness group to meet new friends who will hold you accountable. Encourage and invite other friends to meet up for an activity outside, like a walk, instead of meeting for coffee.

As always, I want to support you in your fitness journey. I am ready to help with nutrition, meal planning, personal training, and accountability. I recently became a Certified Newton Running Coach and can't wait to help you achieve your goals. Whether you are an avid runner or looking to run your first 5k, I am ready to support you. Please email me at transfitathens@gmail.com for inquiries. Sending you all positive thoughts this week!

Blessings,

Caroline