Carbs: The Heroes We Never Knew We Needed
TPV FITNESS BLOG Carbs: The Heroes We Never Knew We Needed Ah, carbs. The mere mention of them can cause some people to break out in a cold sweat, clutch their keto recipes a little tighter, and mutter incantations about the evils of bread. But let's be honest here: carbs have been getting a bad […]
30 Day Eat The Rainbow Challenge
TPV FITNESS BLOG 30-Day Challenge: Eat the Rainbow for Vibrant Health Have you ever heard the saying, “Eat the rainbow”? It’s not just a fun phrase—it’s a powerful guide to ensure you’re getting a diverse array of nutrients from your diet. Each color in fruits and vegetables represents different vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute […]
When Should You Be Taking Electrolytes?
TPV FITNESS BLOG When Should You Be Taking Electrolytes? Electrolytes are essential minerals, including sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, that help maintain fluid balance, muscle function, and nerve signaling in your body. While runners and athletes often emphasize the importance of electrolytes, non-runners can also benefit from ensuring their electrolyte levels are adequate. Here are […]
Embracing the Power of Small Goals/Wins in Your Health and Fitness Journey
In pursuit of a healthier and fitter lifestyle, it’s common that we focus so much on the long term goals and the end results of those long term goals. While these big goals can be inspiring, it’s crucial to not overlook the incredible impact of the small wins along the way. These minor milestones play […]
Getting Back on Track: Navigating Fitness Setbacks with Grace
Embarking on a fitness journey is often filled with enthusiasm and determination. However, life has a knack for throwing us curveballs, leading to setbacks in our fitness routines and goals. Whether it’s due to injury, illness, a busy schedule, or simply losing motivation, veering off track is a common experience. The key lies not in […]
Embrace Serenity: Natural Ways to Calm Your Mind and Body
In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of calm can feel like a luxury. With stressors coming from all directions, it’s crucial to have tools to quiet the mind and soothe the soul. While some rely on drugs or alcohol, it only offers temporary relief; they often come with harmful side effects and can lead to […]
Discovering Your “Why” for Healthier Fitness Habits
In the pursuit of healthier fitness habits, many of us often find ourselves on a rollercoaster ride of motivation – one day we’re pumped up and hitting the gym, the next we’re struggling to peel ourselves off the couch. We set goals, make plans, and start off with the best intentions, only to lose steam […]
Habits- Your Comprehensive Guide to Building a Foundation of Positive Habits: Part 7
How to Make Good Habits Inevitable and Bad Habits Impossible-Success is less about making the good habits easy and more about making the bad habits hard. Make your choices in the present that controls your actions in the future. Eg. Getting into shape- book a class, sign up to a gym membership, pay ahead. By […]
Habits- Your Comprehensive Guide to Building a Foundation of Positive Habits: Part 6
Motivation Is Overrated; Environment Often Matters More Behavior is a function of the person in their environment (Psychologist Kurt Lewin).You have to redesign your environment and make the cues for your preferred habits more obvious.Eg. If you want to exercise more at the gym- Keep your gym bag ready to go at all times. Whether […]
Habits- Your Comprehensive Guide to Building a Foundation of Positive Habits: Part 4
The science of how habits work:It is divided into four simple steps: Cue, Craving, Response, Reward.Cue- triggers your brain to initiate behavior. Your mind is continuously analyzing your internal and external environment for hints of a reward. When you are close to a reward, your brain naturally leads to a craving.Craving- They are the motivational […]