Support Buddy

It is summer time!  This is probably my favourite time of year but with the wonderful hot weather comes things like camping, drinking, hotdogs, etc.!  You may find yourself falling off the wagon a bit more during these summer months.  You know what?  That is completely okay!  It is truly about balance.  If you are going camping you might find yourself indulging in a little boozin' or eating a little of those not-so-healthy camping type foods.  A trick is to just plan ahead.  Don't feel guilty ~ enjoy it!  And then when your little vacation is over jump back on the wagon ~ back into your healthy routine.

One element that can really help you stay on track this summer is finding a good support system.  Now when I say support system I am talking about a friend (or family member) that can give you a little nudge when needed.  Give you positive reinforcement when you need it most ~ on those hot days when going to your fitness class might be the last thing on your mind!

It does not need to be someone you are close too or see everyday ~ it can be a friend that attends the same training facility as you ~ someone that is like minded and aimed at improving his/her own health and fitness.  There are a few folks that I attend Excel Fitness with that I text almost daily to check-in.  If you think someone is expecting you to be somewhere you are much more likely to follow thru ~ even on those super hot days.  And afterwards I sometimes throw a little text their way just saying what a kick-ass job they did.

I have a couple folks that are my support system too ~ they notice if you didn't come to class and they won't let you get away with slacking!  Having a person or two as your support system also makes you feel like you are working on a team ~ aiming towards similar goals.  It is nice to have that connection and help folks reach those goals and they help you reach yours.

This summer you may not train as hard as you usually do but really try your best to make this summer a healthy one ~ with a couple caesars or smores here or there!  Find a friend at your gym to help you out ~ a little text can go along way and keep you accountable.