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5 MAJOR Mistakes that Keep Successful Women Fat

February 23, 2016 by Shannon Sullivan Leave a Comment

5 MAJOR Mistakes that Keep Successful Women Fat!

Is your calendar out of control?

Do you feel victim to the next phone call or email you receive, piling another load of work on your already over-scheduled day?

Are you afraid to commit to any sort of health program for fear of petering out when work gets too busy?

I’ve been there and I know how ridiculous it is to live that way! I went 5 months without making a single set-in-stone plan because I thought I was at the absolute mercy of my work schedule. No birthday parties, no concerts, no travel, no workouts, nothing! Everything was last minute. I thought that in order to keep my job, I had to live like this…

Back then I didn’t know how to make the most of my limited time. After years of trying and failing, I realized the biggest mistakes I was making. I finally learned how to lose weight and make those healthy habits fit into MY lifestyle!

Here are the 5 MAJOR Mistakes I was making (and ones that I’ve seen so many clients, friends, family members, and colleagues make). You may be surprised at how many you are making!

  1. Hitting snooze! For some of us mornings are hectic, but nothing like the busyness of midday when last minute requests, firedrills, and “whoa didn’t see that one coming” moments happen. Aim to get in that run or yoga DVD by 7am. The best part? Researchers suggest that women who work out in the morning stick with their programs more successfully than those that don’t!
  1. “I Don’t Have the Time.” The old adage that you need at least 60 minutes to work out is just that…old! Try the 20-minute rule for exercise and make every minute count! Pick an interval training routine and commit to just 20 minutes!
  1. Relying on friends! Friends are great, but when it comes to sticking to your workout and weight-loss goals, friends can be a hazard! Find someone who will hold you accountable to your goals, someone who you can’t just blow off with a quick e-mail and a sorry excuse! Try looking outside your circle for accountability.
  1. Taking it to go! So many women wolf down their meals in a hurry to keep up with their busy day. The problem is in the lag time it takes for our brain to realize we are full. Even though you might already be full, your mind hasn’t caught up yet and you end up overeating. Quick tip to help you slow down: try to chew each bite at least 20 times before swallowing.
  1. Thinking, “I’ve tried everything and nothing works!” 99 out of 100 times, the woman that says that actually means “I haven’t stayed on any one plan long enough for it to have an effect and I’ve sabotaged it with small, unaccounted-for negative habits and behaviors.” That may sting a little, but I say that with love 🙂 To be successful you need to find a plan that works for YOU (not your sister, not your friend, not your favorite celebrity)! Cultivate healthy habits (not restrictions)!

It’s aggravating to “have it together” in so many parts of your life except your weight! Making these mistakes can make you feel unsuccessful!  And the truth is, carrying excess weight can weigh you down and prevent you from stepping up to the next level in your career, in your health and your life!

It’s time you started scheduling your life for success. If you know you are making any of these 5 MAJOR Mistakes, aim to fix it this week. Put in effort to align your actions with your intentions 🙂

 

Much Love + Support,

Shannon

P.S. If you think you need some additional help getting started, then your schedule needs a makeover! It’s time to prioritize the things that make you successful. Click here to book a call and let me show you how to Schedule YOUR life for success!

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Are Parties Crashing Your Healthy Eating Efforts?!

February 13, 2016 by Shannon Sullivan Leave a Comment

How > What

So many of you let us know with emails, comments, and calls that you know what you need to do change your body, but have more trouble with how to do it!  And when it comes to this type of change you need to know the HOW in oder to be successful.

I remember feeling this way, and thinking that there was so much beyond my control, especially when it came to my health…and my weight. In theory it seemed obvious but I found myself regularly failing when I was supposed to put all of it into practice.

One of the biggest challenges you told us that you experienced was attending social engagements and parties. Whether it’s going to dinner, birthday or themed parties, we want to help you feel included and part of the experience while still staying on track. If you’ve felt like going nuts on the cheese dip, nachos, buffalo chicken, brownie bites, etc.- you’re not alone!  It’s no fun (and not healthy) to skip social events in the name of your health, but what are you supposed to do?! Try this: Make it work for you, not against you!

So don’t go to your next party with an empty plate, or set yourself up to have to politely explain that none of the food offered is in line with your new dietary requirements…just bring your own!

Here is one of my crowd-pleaser recipes that I brought to a Super Bowl party- my Athens Greek Salad. It’s full of vegetables, very filling, delicious and easy to whip up the day-of!

Don’t stress your next party, just come prepared! And then get ready to enjoy!

 

Live your WHOLE life,

Shannon

Athens Greek Salad

Athens Greek Salad

Ingredients (serves 4-6):

Dressing:

½ cup EVOO

¼ red wine vinegar

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 Tbsp. dried oregano

Sea salt

Freshly ground pepper

 

Salad:

1 cup pearl couscous

1 red onion, thinly sliced

½ bunch organic curly kale, rinsed and roughly chopped

1 pint organic grape tomatoes

1 organic cucumber, roughly chopped

¼ cup fresh organic basil, chopped

½ cup pitted and halved Kalamata olives

2 Tbsp. fresh organic parsley, chopped

6 oz. organic feta cheese (optional)

6 lemon wedges for garnish

 

Directions:

  • Cook 1 cup pearl couscous according to package directions. When cooked, set aside to cool.
  • Add all dressing ingredients in a large bowl and whisk to combine. (Any extra dressing can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days)
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooked couscous, red onion, kale, tomatoes, cucumbers, and basil. Add your desired amount of dressing and toss to coat.
  • Scoop onto serving plates and top with olives, parsley, feta and lemon wedges.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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