Former fitness instructor, supplement “guru”, pageant girl, etc. Now… busy mom looking for fit, fast, and free (or close to.)
OK, maybe I lied. At first it wasn’t easy. And I might have tried all the wrong ways first. But this works for me now, and I have gotten used to my little routine for energy, health, and fitness.
Disclaimer: I’m not a nutritionist. Please consult a professional for your own needs. I’m not going to list all the reasons why people should or shouldn’t use these methods. This is simply what I do for me, at 36 years old, and only when it works out.
#1) start out the morning with a cup of joe, usually around 5:30 AM, and a teaspoon of peanut butter for quick calories. This keeps me going for my quick core workout, stretches and cute little number of push-ups before I give up and move on to Bible study.
#2) smoothie powered up with ginger, tumeric, black pepper, and whatever veggies, fruit, and probiotic I’m in the mood for. Bam.
#3) apple cider vinegar, about a tablespoon, in my water. Just now and then, when I feel the need for detox, metabolism boost, or antioxidants.
#4) Ferments, ferments, ferments. Whether it is my favorite kombucha, kefir, filmjolk, kvass, saurkraut, kimchi, or yogurt, ferments have been keeping guts and tasters happy since food was invented.
#5) Vitamin D from the sun whenever possible. I also supplement, but it is my goal to increase my natural sun exposure, even in the winter, to get what I need in its most organic form. Good for the soul, good for the wallet, and just one more excuse to get outside. My favorite benefit aside from feeling instantly stronger against sickness is the stress release. I can’t even explain the difference it makes for me.
#6) last stop of the day is a glass of water with a little magnesium. It is good for so many things, and most importantly, keeps the whole system “calm.”
What is your super-boost?
Cheers,
Laura
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