The Last First Time by Keshia Kelly

Living a healthy lifestyle or starting a exercise routine may have come up on your list of “to do’s” this year. If so, I'm here to share some inspiration with you. The statement above resonates so loud. It’s a declaration of truth to help us stay on track. No one ever said the truth would not hurt. So, “If you're tired of starting over, Stop giving up”.

Daily Quote: Look up and Not Down

You have to have strength in-order to accomplish the things that seem too hard. No matter what don't give up; keep looking up and not down.

Ways to Relax

1.      LISTEN TO MUSIC: Listening to music makes me feel better and places me in a better mood. The type of music I listen to depends on the mood I may be in. If I am stressed I normally listen to R&B or Hip Hop so I can dance around in my room. Yes, I dance around in my room when no one is looking. Besides, "Music is what feelings sound like."

2.       EXERCISE: Hitting the track or nature trail for a run normally helps to release stress which leads me into a relax state of mind.

3.      TAKE A BUBBLE BATH: This process relaxes/soothes the muscles in my body.

4.      SPEND TIME WITH A SPECIAL FRIEND: Calling up a friend to have lunch, movie night, bowling, or whatever you and your friend decide.

5.      A DAY AT THE BEACH: It doesn’t matter if I am alone or with friends when I go to the beach because, I always enjoy it. The sound of waves and the feel of sand beneath my feet always give me a care free feeling.

6.       MASSAGE: Who does not like to receive a massage? The pressure helps to relieve pain and relax the body.

Foods That Burn Fat

10 Foods That Burn Fat

1.       Eggs- Eggs are low in fat and helps to burn unwanted fat. It is high in protein and levels of Vitamin B-12. Most fat burning properties of an egg is in the egg whites.

2.       Beans- Everybody knows that beans can be a disturbance to the gastrointestinal. However, they are good for iron, protein, and fiber.

3.       Oatmeal- This helps to lower your cholesterol level. It is loaded with soluble fiber which, helps to reduce blood cholesterol by flushing bad digestive acids out of your body.

4.       Olive Oil- This helps to burn fat and keeps your cholesterol down.

5.       Lean Cut Meats: turkey, beef, salmon, tuna and etc. The protein compounds of these meats are slowly broken down which, allows consumers to feel fuller for long periods of time.

6.       Skim Milk- Milk helps the body to gain muscle and loose fat after exercising.

7.       Green Tea-Increases your metabolism

8.       Berries- This fruit is full of fiber.

9.       Whole Grain- This is a great source for vitamin B, vitamin E, magnesium, iron, and fiber. Whole grain is good in helping regulate the bowel system, hunger and metabolism.

10.   Grapefruit- The phytochemicals in this fruit help reduce insulin levels. This is a process that can force your body to convert calories into energy.

Helpful Links

Flat Stomach
 http://www.flat-stomach-exercises.com/fat-burning-foods.html

Body Building

 http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/top-6-fat-burning-super-foods.htm

Runners' World
http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-242-304-312-2193-0,00.html

Getting Fit!

Daily Work-Out

Four days of the week, I hit the gym.

 I switch up my work-out at least two of the days I go.

One of my work-out routines consist of the following: