It can manifest in several ways:

• restlessness and agitation
• headaches and unexplained pain
• difficulty concentrating
• fatigue
• sleep disturbances,
• worry, and the same old thoughts replaying in your head.

One of the best natural ways to relieve anxiety almost instantly is exercise, especially workouts that get your heart rate up.

It works in a few different ways to help you feel better, and studies show it rivals some prescription meds. (Pretty awesome!)

Here are a few ways exercise helps battle anxiety:

• It can get your mind off of whatever is making you feel anxious
• The very act of moving stops your muscles from being so tense
• Getting your heart rate up boosts anti-anxiety brain chemicals
• Plus, it activates the part of your brain that helps control the amygdala (Your amygdala can trigger feelings of fear & anxiety)
• PLUS … exercising regularly can help you become less vulnerable to strong emotions

The more regular you are about getting exercise, the better your anxiety-killing results.

For the best results, find activities that get your heart rate up AND that you like doing – and keep doing them.

It could be an after-dinner walk … a dance class … or going for a bike ride!

And … if you are experiencing a serious anxiety, be sure to tell your doctor.

Just another reason to move your body or get in that workout!

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If you have ANY questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help.

Now you’re tempted to give in and hit the drive-thru (or make the takeout call).

We get it! By the end of the day, making dinner can seem like a LOT of effort… in your head. BUT … before you let any of those excuses take hold, try this:

• Excuse Buster #1: Take back your power from the voice in your head.

Acknowledge that YOU control your actions – not your fleeting thoughts or whims.

The choices you make and the actions you take TODAY play a direct role in your TOMORROW … moving you closer or farther away.

This is a very empowering mindset shift for any area of your life.

• Excuse Buster #2: Ask yourself: what’s REALLY driving your excuses?

It’s probably not because you’re tired/cold/hot/bored/confused/busy …

but because of “stinking thinking” (aka limiting beliefs).

Some examples: You might think that it’s only a matter of time till you’ll somehow fail (again) towards your goals … that you won’t really get the results you want … or that deep down, why are you even bothering to go through the motions with this “healthy” business, anyway?

TIP: As soon as you recognize the stinking thinking, CALL… IT… OUT!!

Remember Excuse Buster #1 – you are in control. Don’t let negative thoughts or beliefs get in the way of what you want!

• Excuse Buster #3: Get support! Having someone to hold you accountable and who supports your goals can make all the difference.

That way, when you feel your excuses threatening to take over, you have someone to help keep you on track.

Find a workout buddy, tell your friends or family about your goals, or work with an experienced coach.

At Go Good Guru, accountability and support are just two of the ways we help our clients reach their goals.

For years, we’ve helped clients find simple ways to improve their health and fitness. We’ve given them tools to carve out healthy habits, regain energy, balance their hormones and gaining more confidence with a proven, step-by-step action plan that leads to lasting change.

Want to learn more? We have 3 openings in our 10-Week Virtual Wellness Rest Masterclass this month, so there’s no better time to get started! Click here to schedule a call.

Remember: you are stronger than your excuses!

If you'd like more customized help and want to see how we can help you feel more comfortable in your own skin; rediscover your inner athlete; move like you did in your twenties, or just be the best version of YOU...CLICK HERE to schedule a quick discovery call.

If you have ANY questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help.

We’ve got a little bonus challenge for you today that can play a surprising role in your results … and (even better) help you feel better.

Here it is: Take a few minutes today to think about your STRESS MANAGEMENT plan.

Everyone should have one. It’s one of the big health & wellness “basics” we’ve been talking about this month.

FACT: Stress is a normal part of life and sometimes it’s even good for you.

But when it gets out of control it can affect not only your results … but also your sleep, your mood, and your health.

This is why it is so important to have a plan to help burn off your everyday stresses.

Don’t believe us?

Just one reason: stress is the No. 1 reason people say they can’t sleep.

Your sleep matters, because while you’re getting your Zzzs, your body is actually hard at work, recovering, rebalancing, and refreshing.

PLUS it’s also reactivating your immune system and flushing out metabolic waste from your brain! 

But stress does more than ruin your sleep. It can affect your appetite, lead to cravings, and also disrupt your immune, digestive, cardiovascular, and reproductive systems.

It can also give you headaches and lead to chronic diseases including diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, depression, and anxiety.

This is why it’s SO IMPORTANT to have a (healthy) way to burn off stress every day.

There are so many great ways to do it:

• Meditation
• Regular exercise
• Getting out in nature for some fresh air & sunshine
• Journaling
• Relaxing hobbies
• Having strong social connections

Today, we encourage you to take a few minutes to think about 1) how stress is affecting you and 2) the ways you currently manage stress in your life. 

At Go Good Guru, we believe it’s all connected. True Fitness and wellness is a reflection of your overall health and happiness!

We have a proven plan, support, motivation, and years of experience helping people just like you to reach their goals … and beyond! To learn more, CLICK HERE to schedule a Free Discovery Call.

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REFERENCE:

www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress

www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/ss/slideshow-insomnia-medical-causes

It’s not your imagination.

There ARE actually foods out there that are specifically designed to make you crave them.

We’re talking about from start to finish: their ingredients, taste, packaging, and marketing – basically, these foods are created to make you want MORE, MORE, MORE.

But the thing is, these foods are also some of the absolute WORST things you can eat, because they’re linked with obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and a long list of other chronic conditions.

(If you can’t tell, this gets us a little fired up.)

This month we are talking about SIMPLE steps you can take to get – and stay – on track with your healthy habits.

One of the BEST steps you can take is to avoid these foods if at all possible.

We’re talking about ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS – factory-made cookies, chips, breads, boxed meals, frozen meals, etc.

These foods activate your brain’s reward centers – making you crave them, and even causing you to overeat.

The difference between PROCESSED and ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS is that when you do anything to a food – like cooking it – it’s technically a form of processing. So that means sautéed greens and roasted chicken are “processed” foods.

BUT ultra-processed foods are made from low-quality, highly inflammatory ingredients (unhealthy fats, added sugar, and highly refined grains).

As a result, they’re low in fiber, protein, and valuable plant chemicals and other micronutrients your body needs to function at its best!

If you eat these foods, you will be doing your health a major favor if you take a big step away from them.

Instead, make SMART SWAPS to whole, nutrient-rich foods whenever possible:

• Nuts

• Fruit

• Veggies

• Whole (unrefined) grains

• Lean proteins

• And healthier homemade versions of those ultra-processed foods as “treats”

It can be an adjustment for your taste buds to get used to non-ultra processed foods … but you will be absolutely AMAZED at the difference in how you feel.

Just some of the changes you might notice: more energy, fewer cravings, fewer aches & pains, better sleep, improved workout performance and concentration, and so much more!

→ Try it for just ONE week and see for yourself.

If you want something step-by-step, with a customized blueprint to help you, check out our In-Studio and Online Training Programs or our 28-Day Online Kickstart Program. 

You can also learn more about Go Good Guru and it’s services by CLICKING HERE to Schedule a FREE Discovery Call.

If you’ve been on the fence about committing to your goals, it’s time to take that step forward so you can live your absolute BEST life.

Our newest 28-Day Online Kickstart Program is all about helping busy people over 40, reshape their bodies, feel stronger and leaner and, rediscover their energy with a complete roadmap, a plan that fits your busy schedule, delicious foods, and time-tested workout