Finding Inspiration in Exercise

Many of us say that exercising is a chore; that it's something we put at the bottom of our list, and if we get to it, we get to it. This is the completely wrong mindset.

We need to say that exercising is the only way that we function properly and the only way we can stay mentally and physically strong.

Begin to look at exercising as an inspiration. Use it as a time to rejuvenate yourself and allow yourself to feel confident in your skin.

For me, there is nothing more mentally calming, physically empowering and overwhelmingly inspirational than running down this trail:

Hobble Creek Canyon, Springville, Utah

As it turns to fall, I feel my body ache to run, walk or bike down this beautiful trail. It clears my mind, makes me feel strong and most of all, it inspires me.

 

Allow this to happen to you in your exercise. Find a location in your town that allows you to look forward to getting out and exercising because of the inspiration it brings.

 

Many times we find that we have tried to exercise, we get in a good routine and then we just get plain burnt out. It happens. It sure has happened to me. Don't let this stop you from allowing exercise to become an inspiration.

Here are some great ways to get you out of your exercise funk and to make exercising rejuvenating and fun again:

 

• Switch up your exercise music playlist
• Try something new that you have never done before (like Zumba or yoga)
• Get your kids or spouse involved by going on a brisk walk or a bike ride in the evenings
• Change the location of your exercise. (Drive to a trail to run or bike or do yoga in a park instead of in your living room. Take advantage of new places while on vacation, or participate in races that are not in your area to make the race more fun and exciting!)
• Find an exercise buddy or running group to join. Who said you have to do it alone?
• If you are a runner, try swimming for a few weeks; it will sure give your knees a break, and allow your body to overcome a plateau that comes from doing the same exercise over and over again.

 

There are so many things that we can do to stay inspired by exercising. It is just of matter of getting out there and doing it! Let your mind be creative in what it can do and let your body reap the benefits.

 

Give these tips a try. I am continually inspired every day by exercising and allowing my body to get the workout it needs. It is such an awesome thing!

 

So tell me, what inspires you?

Our Favorites!

Maybe this goes without saying, but since we sist3rs have different interests we all seem to read different blogs. Whether the topic be cooking, sewing, or exercising, we love blogs that are fun and creative and inspiring. So today, just for fun, we thought that we would share a few of our favorites with you. Maybe they are some of your favorites already or maybe they are new to you. Just get ready to be inspired!

Sewing and Crafting Blogs

My favorite blog at the moment is Under the Sycamore. Everyday I get so excited to see what creative idea Ashley has come up with or what fun thing her family has been up to. Opening her blog is like opening a little present everyday because her photography is amazing! I can only dream of being as cool as her someday.

Under the Sycamore

Sewing in no mans land is my favorite sewing blog. My style is very similar to Kelly’s. I want to create everything that she creates. She posts the most fabulous tutorials!

Sewing in No Mans Land

  

Couponing Blogs

Couponing to Disney is so fun because Kristin uses all her savings from couponing for her family’s yearly trip to Disney! I love the idea, and I love all the great Disney advice she gives!

Couponing To Disney

 

The reason I love this next blog, Hip 2 Save, is because Collin posts the latest and greatest deals. Most deals that she posts you have to jump on quickly. She makes couponing very exciting!

Hip 2 Save

I love Money Saving Mom because not only does Crystal post great ways to save money, but she always posts about ways to improve your overall self and how to become a better person.

Money Saving Mom

Cooking Blogs

Mel’s Kitchen Cafe pretty much got me hooked on cooking. I love Mel’s style of cooking and I her love of food.

Mel's Kitchen Cafe

Our Best Bites always posts the funnest food ideas for every occasion. Everything is super yummy!

Our Best Bites

 

 

Exercise and Nutrition Blogs

I love Pojo because it offers fun and fresh ideas about exercising and nutrition.

Pojo Fitness

Live Strong is so cool because it offers great exercise and nutrition tips as well as real weight loss success stories!

Live Strong

Those are just a few of our favorites. What are some of yours?

Where We Create- Lauren

About a year ago I found one of the greatest running spots in Utah. I was ecstatic to find such a beautiful place to run. Not only was it beautiful, but it is was only a two minute drive from my house! There is nothing better then getting up on a Saturday morning and running through Hobble Creek Canyon. They have a nice paved running/biking trail that winds it's way up and down the canyon.




This canyon gives me the inspiration I need to stay motivated with running and stay healthy at the same time. When I am up there, running doesn't get much better!

Enjoy!

Where We Create- Angela