Spring cleaning for you'r sanity

Spring is finally here and that means its time to dig yourself out from under the bed and dust yourself off. Lots of us realize as we start to peel the layers of winter clothing off that maybe there is some body composition goals that we haven't met yet. Swim suits are in stock at Target, cute summer dresses, flip flops and of course our thoughts turn to tanning and weekends at the lake. This can create a minor amount of anxiety for some, after all the way time flys summer will be here before you know it and maybe there isn't as much time as you think! OH NO! PANIC! The thought process is as follows..."That's it! No more treats, I'm going to work out twice a day and eat as little as possible and start tanning and I done care if I feel like shit as long as I look good on the boat in front of everyone...etc..." This is the beginning of the end people! All this is plan will get you is a spare tire around the middle ( great for floating on the lake!) and a borderline OCD/eating disorder that you will focus so much attention on counting calories and arguing with yourself over the last smore you will not have a good time and you will miss your summer. Please chillax. Your goals are achievable and sustainable if you stick to them and keep moving ahead. If you feel the need to ramp up your fat loss go out for a pre breakfast 15 minute walk, add a walk after dinner, or go play some basketball with your kids. Get to bed a little earlier, sleep will rejuvenate you, release you Human Growth Hormone to recover and build muscle which we know burns fat. Cut out the sweetie snacks you are in denial you are still hoovering. You will get there! Patience and a little focus, not a drastic and radical DEF-CON 5 colon cleanse is the answer. The days are getting longer so we can add more activity, not more WODS mind you, activity...also seasonal eating allows us to be able to consume a little more of those yummy fruits and veggies that during the winter aren't available without any excess worry about glucose storage in the form of fat. Stay the course, relax, take a B-Vitamin, get plenty of rest, avoid the gluten, and have yourself the best summer yet. Meredith