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Believe in you. Trust in You. Eat, Move, Improve is a page committed to you. I want you to be empowered to make decisions and changes to improve your life and health. But, you may not always have the knowledge to do that. I want to provide you with the tools and tips to improve your fitness level, healthy eating, and mental strength. You are awesome, You are beautiful. You have the power to control your destiny and future. All you have to do is Eat, Move, Improve!
What Having “Vision” Means to Me
What Having "Vision" Means to Me Helen Keller was wise beyond her time. This quote speaks volumes. I am a big believer in mindset and perspective. The way you see the world and your place in it vastly impacts your
Are Energy Drinks Bad For You? Find out the Truth!
Remembering the Past If I were to ask you about your first exposure to an energy drink, you could probably describe it in vivid detail. You might even remember the first time you drank an energy drink. I can remember my
Overcoming Overwhelm: 7 Strategies to Manage Overwhelming Moments
The Experience of Overwhelm Today, I am overwhelmed. This overwhelming feeling is fueling my anxiety to the max. There is so much to do, but not enough time. My to do list is staring me in the face, half way
Drink These 7 Beverages to Maximize your Health & Wellness
We all Love to Drink We all love drinks. They are awesome on so many levels. Drinking fluids offer refreshment, taste, enjoyment, and hydration. Drinks come in infinite shapes, colors, and flavors. Our options are endless. However, our drink options
Democles: The White Wolf: A Short Story
Why A Short Story? You could probably tell that this is not what I typically publish. I recently participated in a community wiring challenge. Each individual was asked to write a fictional short story around 5000 words in 2 weeks.
Do this to Change your Outlook During the Pandemic
A New Quarantine Way of Life We are no doubt going through an unprecedented time right now. Probably none of us have ever lived through a pandemic. Covid-19 has not only influenced our day to day lives, but also the
Gain a Healthy Body by Thinking about the Sea
A Different Time Consider a more simple time long ago. Go back to a time when technology was not even thought up yet. Go back to a time when social media did not exist. Way back before we had highways
Thrive Right Now with These Tips
Sometimes even to live is an act of courage. -Sencea All living things contain a measure of madness that moves them in strange, sometimes inexplicable ways. This madness can be saving; it is part and parcel of the ability to
Life is Disrupted, Not Over
The State of Affairs Today marks the beginning of a two week mandatory “Stay at Home” period. Ohio government officials instituted this mandate to limit the spreading of the Coronavirus in Ohio. Residents are expected to stay at home and
A Story of a Stone: How Challenges Refine and Change Us
How would your life be different if you became open to new information that can refine, improve, enhance your way of thinking, and empower your way of living? -Steve Maraboli Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors. -African Proverb Only
COVID-19: What You Can Do During Social Distancing
Defining the Current Situation I can think of multiple ways to describe our current situation as a nation and the world as a whole. This time can be described as a time of crisis, uncertainty, overreaction, under reaction, pandemic, panic
Dear Treadmill
Dear Treadmill, I want to be honest with you. I don’t want to sugarcoat it. You are not my favorite. I usually do not look forward to spending time with you. You don’t change much and don’t offer much variety.
Be the Underdog: Why Playing from Behind is A Great Position
"See what every long shot, come from behind underdog will tell you is this. The other guy may in fact be the favorite, the odds maybe stacked against you, fair enough. But what the odds don’t know is this isn’t
How to Stay Stay Consistent & Achieve Results
"It's not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently." -Tony Robbins “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” -Will Durant "Success isn't always about greatness. It's
Should I Try the Keto Diet? What You Should Know About the Ketonegic Diet
Introduction You have seen and heard about the keto diet. You see ads on social media. You see celebrities raving about it. You heard about keto from your friend who is on it. The ketogenic diet seems like it’s the hot diet topic of the decade. You start to think:
What the Hell is Kombucha? Fermented Tea 101
WHAT THE HELL IS KOMBUCHA? I have been asking myself that question for years. I have heard about if of course, but never took a moment to learn about it. There are so many “odd” foods out there. It’s almost impossible
New Year, Better Me
Happy New Year! This year will be full of possibilities and opportunities. It will even be a year of challenges and tough choices. As every year begins out, we all generally make New Year's Resolutions. As the calendar switches over,
Want to Improve your Mood? Practice Gratitude.
"When you are consistently in a state of gratitude, and aware of all the awesomeness that already exists, it, among many other things, makes it much easier for you to believe that there’s more awesomeness where that came from, and
Ignore Instant Gratification
“Don’t give up on what you want most in swap what you want now” -Karen Salmansohn "I want the world. I want the whole world. I want to lock it all up in my pocket. It's my bar of chocolate. Give
Improve your Health with These 6 Football Mindset Hacks
"Football is like life - it requires perseverance, self-denial, hard work, sacrifice, dedication and respect for authority.”-Vince Lombardi 'To me, football is so much about mental toughness, it's digging deep, it's doing whatever you need to do to help a
Dear Coffee
Dear Coffee, I am writing you today to thank you. You have made such an impact on me I need to say something. Your presence in my life has been a positive one. You give my day flavor, excitement, and
Summer’s Heat Or Winter’s Cold: Healthy Strategies Throughout the Entire Year
Summer's heat or winter's cold The seasons pass the years will roll Time and change will surely (truly) show How firm thy friendship ... OHIO!
Park Out Front: The Benefits of Working Out at Parks
'We need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness. God is the friend of silence. See how nature - trees, flowers, grass- grows in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they
Practice A Packing Process
At one time, my meals were totally routine and predictable. I had just finished college and lived at home. Each day, i would have breakfast at 6:30AM. Before leaving for work, I would pack a brown bagged lunch. I would
Remember, Muscle Memory
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." -Aristotle "Repetition is the Mother of Learning." -Latin Proverb "Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect." -Vince Lombardi A Short Story I
Attack the Angst
“I cannot always control what goes on outside. But I can always control what goes on inside” - Wayne Dwyer “The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” – William James As a
Want more Peace in your Life? Accept Yourself Fully. Here’s How
“Love yourself first, and everything else falls in line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.” – Lucille Ball “Being extremely honest with oneself is a good exercise.” – Sigmund Freud “What lies behind
Get In the Zone
"If people are conscious of what puts them in flow, they’ll have a clearer idea of what they should devote the time and dedication to master.” -Dan Pink, “Drive” “Our job is to get out of the way of ourselves and
How I Create a Positive Outlook: Finding the Extra in the Ordinary
“Ordinary people believe only in the possible. Extraordinary people visualize not what is possible or probable, but rather what is impossible. And by visualizing the impossible, they begin to see it as possible” -Cherie Carter Scott “You can find something truly important
The Hard Truths=The Best Truths
“Sometimes life's going to hit you in the head with a brick. Don't lose faith. I'm convinced that the only thing that kept me going was that I loved what I did.” -Steve Jobs "You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard
Goals Are Your Guide: How To Stay Focused on Attaining Your Goals
“Choices are chances for us to celebrate the human condition: that we have the power to create reasons for ourselves to become the distinctive people that we are” -Unknown "Allow your goals to determine your choices, not the situations" -Anthony
Eat Light-Be Light: How to Get More Energy!
"Eat Light, Be Light"- Anthony DiMarino “I really regret eating healthy today… said no one ever!” -Unknown “It is an act of loving ourselves to be aware of what we put in our mouths and how we feel” -Louise Hay Ever go through a day
Step One
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase. "-Martin Luther King, Jr. "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." -Lao Tzu Life is weird, isn't it? We enter into this large
Care Less
“You do not always need a plan. Sometimes you just need to breathe trust, let go, and see what happens.” -Mandy hale “There is power in looking silly and not caring that you do” -Amy Poehler “You must practice being
Top Protein Choices for Optimal Health
Protein is a main staple for a health well rounded meal plan. Protein offers the building blocks for muscles and healing. It assists in many different functions in our body. Also, protein helps your body feel full. It comes in
Stop Stalling and Start!
"Have patience, all things in life are difficult until they become easy." -Saadi "The best way to get things done is to simply begin.” -Unknown I’ve been there before. Like you, I have chores, ambitions, ideas, and a laundry list
Face Your Fears and Failures
“Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. The fearful are caught as often as the bold.” —Helen Keller “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is
You are NOT your Numbers
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous,
Gain Another Perspective
"I work really hard at trying to see the big picture and not getting stuck in ego. I believe we're all put on this planet for a purpose, and we all have a different purpose... When you connect with that
Dear Smoothie
Dear Smoothie, What can I say? You are probably the perfect on the go snack choice. You’re usually healthy, quick to make, great tasting, and totally refreshing. The best part abut you? You can come in so many shapes and
Give Yourself A Break
“Together with a culture of work, there must be a culture of leisure as gratification. To put it another way: people who work must take the time to relax, to be with their families, to enjoy themselves, read, listen to
Fight For It
“Let me tell you something you already know. The world ain't all sunshine and rainbows. It's a very mean and nasty place and I don't care how tough you are it will beat you to your knees and keep
Finish Strong
"You can’t go back and change the beginning. But, you can start where you are and change the ending” -C.S. Lewis "The person who starts the race is not the same as the person who finishes the race." - Unknown
Start Slow
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible." – St. Francis of Assisi "Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." – Adam Ashe A few months back,
Labels – Do’s and Don’ts (part 2)
The nutrition facts label. It’s like another language isn’t it? So many words, numbers, and terms. It can make your head spin! Most of the time, people ignore this important tool. They buy the food they like without even looking
Labels – Do’s and Don’ts
Labels- we seen them everywhere. We label people. We label products. We label foods. Depending on the label we give something, it will change the meaning and the perspective we take. For example, we label people. We generalize. We label rich people as “greedy,” “grimy,”
"P"atterns
The direction of our lives depend on the patterns we create each day. This means our behaviors, habits, thoughts, words, and actions form who we are and where we go. They are subtle but they drive our actions and interactions
How to Eat Well When Traveling
“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” - Benjamin Franklin “Unfortunately, there seems to be far more opportunity out there than ability.... We should remember that good fortune often happens when opportunity meets with preparation.” - Thomas Edison
The Brighter the Better
"Your attitude is like a box of crayons that color your world. Constantly color your picture gray, and your picture will always be bleak. Try adding some bright colors to the picture by including humor, and your picture begins to
#Despite
"If something is important enough, even if the odds are against you, you should still do it.” - Elon Musk "Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” — Conrad Hilton
Too Much Information
“Information is not Knowledge” - Albert Einstein “Where there is shouting, there is no true Knowledge” - Leonardo Da Vinci “Wise Men speak because they have something to say. Fools speak because they have to say something” - Plato Recently,
"V"alues
Value: something (such as a principle or quality) intrinsically valuable or desirable (Merriam Webster Dictionary) "In order to lead a meaningful life, you need to cherish others, pay attention to human values and try to cultivate inner peace.” ― Dalai Lama XIV “It's silly
Get Dirty
"I can say the willingness to get dirty has always defined us as an nation, and it's a hallmark of hard work and a hallmark of fun, and dirt is not the enemy.” - Mike Rowe “Opportunity is missed by
Shine Bright
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. Your playing small does not serve the world. -Timo Cruz, Coach Carter "Darkness cannot drive out
Gear Up
“Organize, don't agonize.” ― Nancy Pelosi "Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." - Martin Luther King, Jr. "Be willing to take the first step, no matter how small it is. Concentrate on the fact that
Why I Workout
"I've always believed fitness is an entry point to help you build that happier, healthier life. When your health is strong, you're capable of taking risks. You'll feel more confident to ask for the promotion. You'll have more energy to
Dear Ice Cream
Dear Ice Cream, I honestly love you. You taste so good and relax me after a long day. What's not to like? You come in so many forms and flavors: slow churned chocolate, low fat cookies and cream, creamy vanilla,
A Valentines Day I won't Forget
As Valentine's Day 2018 approaches, I have been reflecting on my previous Valentine's Day. Considering I haven't had a real Valentine around this time, this isn't really my favorite holiday. It always reminds me of the rejections and relationships that
"P"ower Words
"When your values are clear to you, making decisions becomes easier." -Roy E. Disney "I have learned that as long as I hold fast to my beliefs and values - and follow my own moral compass - then the only
Celebrate You
"This is real This is me I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be now Gonna let the light shine on me Now I've found who I am There's no way to hold it in No more hiding who I wanna
Dear Pork
Dear Pork. Why do they call you the "other white meat?" I mean, I understand how chicken is the main white meat. It's the most popular after all. But, you're not the only "White meat" out there. Turkey and fish
Make Peace
“Ego says, “Once everything falls into place, I'll feel peace.” Spirit says, “Find your peace, and then everything will fall into place.” -Marianne Williamson “Peace begins with a smile..” -Mother Teresa “When the power of love overcomes the love of
Happy Holidays!
Good evening everyone! I wold like to thank you all for your support and comments this year. 2017 has been a big year for me as I started taking this more seriously. I would like to personally like to
Common Core
“Core strength is key to everything. it’s not the way I look, but about stabilizing my body so I can perform better on stage” -Paul Stanley “But if I keep my core and back strong, the scoliosis does not bother
The Reality of Ready
"Don’t wait until they tell you that you are ready. Get in there. I waited a long time out in the world before I gave myself permission to fail.” -Peter Dinklage “It's a terrible thing, I think, in life
Play the Game
"We can either watch life from the sidelines, or actively participate... Either we let self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy prevent us from realizing our potential, or embrace the fact that when we turn our attention away from ourselves, our potential
Get Your Mind Right
"Get the mind right, the body will follow, you lose some battles in life, but if you always put your heart and passion forward first as your main objective, you will win the war, that’s what gives you the strength
Make a Plan
"He, who every morning plans the transactions of the day, and follows that plan, carries a thread that will guide him through a labyrinth of the most busy life." -Victor Hugo “If you don't know where you are going, you'll end
Exciting News!
Hi all! Firstly, I would like to thank you all for faithfully following my posts. It has been a pleasure sharing my thoughts on this medium. I am excited that I have collaborated with a designer to create a new
Dear Salt
Dear Salt, What did you do to me? I am disappointed in you. You made so many promises to me. With your savory and satisfying taste, I could’t get enough of you. You had me hooked. I found so
Booze or Lose
“It’s a great advantage not to drink among hard drinking people.” -F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby "No blame: the most liberating and empowering day of my life was the day I freed myself from my own self-destructive nonsense"
Dear Potato
Dear Potato, I am writing you an apology letter. I am so sorry about the way that you have been treated. You have become villainized. You have been misunderstood. Through negative publicity, your reputation has been injured. People say you
Dig Deep
"Trust yourself...dig deep down and ask yourself who you want to be? Not what, but who?" -Arnold Schwarzzeneggar "Dig deep and believe in yourself and have the self-confidence you need to forge ahead."
Eat.Move.Improve. Logo Poll
Hi friends! I am looking to nail down a more professional logo for my blog. I am using a platform called DesignCrowd to collect logo designs from visual design professionals. I was surprised of how many submissions I collected in
Spice Things Up
"Spices: the friend of doctors and the pride of cooks” -Charlemagne "All those spices and herbs in your spice rack can do more than provide calorie-free, natural flavorings to enhance and make food delicious. They're also an incredible source of
Dear Chicken
Dear Chicken, Where do I start? There are so many things I can say to you. All of it has been said by someone at one point or another. I want to keep this short and sweet, so I want
Embrace the Suck
“Embrace the Suck” -Military saying “There is no way around it, the hard work. Embrace it.” -Roger Federer “Storms make trees take deeper roots” -Dolly Parton Today, I had to do my laundry. I HATE doing laundry. It’s tedious and
Dear Apple
Dear Apple, They say, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. I couldn’t agree more! You do so much for me. Your colorful skin and crunchy bite makes eating you a fun experience. You make me feel good when
Inspiration out of Desperation
“In life you either need inspiration or desperation” -Tony Robbins “In 1995 I had $7 bucks in my pocket and knew two things: I’m broke as hell and one day I won’t be.” – Dwayne Johnson "I don't think human beings
Dear Licorice
Dear Licorice, I am writing you today with some bad news. You’re not going to like it. For reasons I will explain below, I want to break up with you. I am sorry that it has to come to this,
Embrace the Dark Side
“There's a dark side to each and every human soul. We wish we were Obi-Wan Kenobi, and for the most part we are, but there's a little Darth Vader in all of us. Thing is, this ain't no either
Dear Coffee
Dear Coffee, I am writing you today to thank you. You have made such an impact on me I need to say something. Your presence in my life has been a positive one. You give my day flavor, excitement, and
Sleep On It
"I love sleep. My life has the tendency to fall apart when I'm awake, you know?" -Ernest Hemingway "A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor's book."-Irish Proverb "There is a time for many
10 Ways to Have Fun When Eating Right
"I'm just someone who likes cooking and for whom sharing food is a form of expression." -Maya Angelou "I get way too much happiness from good food". -Elizabeth Olsen "Learn how to cook- Try new recipes. Learn from your mistakes.
TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE THE GOLF OUTING
Twas the night before the outing, when all through the course, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The golf carts were parked by the clubhouse with care, in hopes that clear weather soon would be there. The
Dear Fruit
Dear Fruit, I want to apologize to you on behalf of countless critics out there. They have villainized you. They have hurt your reputation. Most specifically, they have blamed you for making people gain weight. In their defense, their logical
Dear Body
Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live" ~Jim Rohn "To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear." ~Buddha "If
I'll Be Back!
Hey readers! Sorry for my prolonged hiatus. I had started a new job a few months ago. I needed some extra time to get up to speed and used to working full time again. I am happy to announce that
KISS it
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated” -Confucius “Complexity is your enemy. Any fool can make something complicated. It is hard to keep things simple” -Richard Branson "A little simplification would be the first step toward rational living,
Count Serving Sizes Because Serving Sizes Count
"For many years, my formula has been to love yourself, move your body and to watch portion size. But the No. 1 thing is to love and value yourself, no matter what you've been through." -Richard Simmons "I lost about
Intermittent Fasting 101
Is Intermittent Fasting For Me? Unless you have been living under a rock, or have probably have heard of Intermittent Fasting. This diet strategy has gained popularity over the years thanks to social media and diet culture. But, what exactly
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