I had to motivate myself before I started my day today. 

Home gym'n it...off I go....

Today is a day I normally don't teach a group exercise class.  So, I put on my brand new workout pants, went out to the garage and did a half treadmill and half spin bike workout for 45 minutes. I followed that with some stand and flow moves for my core and lower body, then stretched.  Later it's YOGA! (no make up I'm a mess right there )

Yep, I have a mini gym in my garage and I am so thankful that I do, saves gas driving to the gym on my off days.

Even for fitness professionals, yes we too have our moments where we don't feel motivated.  But, this time of year my body weight just LOVES to fluctuate.  UGH! You have that problem?  So, I figure I need to get on top of this now. 

This time of year, it's so easy to get cozy on the couch with your blankie and become sedentary.  Make sure you remember your goals.  I mean it's so easy to catch a good movie on cable and get cozy and lay around all day long.  But do you find that you snack more while doing this?   I know I've caught myself many times. Sometimes, I find myself eating  a snack and I'm really not hungry!  Don't do that kids!  Ha ha ha.

I know weight loss can be frustrating and sometimes ya just want to throw your hands in the air. 

I will share that my body is NOT perfect.  Well nobodies is. But, I have my problem areas where my body wants to hold onto fat.   So, I've incorporated yoga into my fitness regiment. 

Yoga not only reduces stress, but it also helps burn STORED stubborn fat. So if you have some stubborn fat too, keep reading.

Through many of the yoga poses, they actually stimulate many organs in the body like the thyroid gland.  A properly functioning thyroid gland helps the processes that convert food into energy. When food is converted into energy efficiently there is less accumulation of body fat. The yoga postures also improve and balance blood circulation in the body which makes the person healthier and more energetic. This helps to reduce calorie intake and start providing the necessary energy by burning the fat cells.

So, if you are like me and you'll try just about anything to raise your metabolism, GET YOUR YOGA ON!