Ahhh the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Canada. A great time to cheer on our countries athletes and watch the best in the world excel in their sports. Those of us who are now glued to the television are enjoying hours and hours of thought provoking stories, and phenomenal demonstrations of athletic performance.
So far the Olympics have been met with both tragedy and success! Is there a sport that I don’t like to watch? Not yet…Most of the winter sports have me sitting on the edge of my chair and seem to be for speed demons!
Last night the commentators were quick to point out that Winter Olympians are a fearless bunch, and I have to agree.
Here’s a quote from American Todd Lodwick on his comparison of real-life to ski jumping.
“The best way I can describe it is to go up onto the thirtieth floor of any building, and then get in the car and drive that car off the top roof, and then land safely. That is pretty much what it is.”
So I’ve got to ask…
- Would you willingly volunteer to take a wild ride like this? And not just once…but over and over again until you’re confident, in control, and know that 99% of the time you’re going to land safely!
- Would you even consider jumping if you had the slightest thought that you might fail?
- Does this sound like FUN to you?
These great athletes from all over the world have spent endless hours practicing their sports, paying attention to diet, nutrition, cross-training, injury-prevention (or rehabilitation) and many have still had to work, take care of their families, and handle other responsibilities.
And they are now reaping the benefits of their dedicated efforts by being the best in their sports and selected to represent their country in the Olympics! Way to go – I’m proud to cheer you on!
If these athletes can juggle life with Olympic training to achieve success in their sports, perhaps those of us with regular lives can also strike a balance to achieve success, whether it’s for fitness, business, or other endeavors. The drive, determination, and motivation that these athletes share definitely lights a fire of inspiration under me to make better choices and continue striving for success until I reach my own “Olympic-sized” dreams.
Do the stories of Olympic athletes help to motivate you? I’d love to hear what’s helped inspire you to stay focused on achieving your dreams.
Tags: 2010 Winter Olympics, Goal Setting, Goals, motivation, Olympic athletes, Olympic dreams
Posted in All Posts, Diet and Nutrition, Exercise and Fitness, Fitness, Goal Setting, Olympics by Aliesa George on February 19th, 2010.
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Can you think of all the times in your life that you’ve said, “Oh, I really want to try that!” or “I hope someday that I get to do __________.” But then life get’s busy, you’re schedule is home-to-work, work-to-home, and all of the things you want to see, or do, seem to get pushed to the far depths of your brain and seem to be forgotten.
What’s on Your Bucket List?
I’m going to encourage you to stop what you’re doing right now, and get out a piece of paper, open a word document on your computer, or click open the notepad on your phone and start jotting down anything and everything that comes to your brain that sounds fun, exciting, and needs to be on your bucket list for dreams and goals that you’d like to make happen before you actually “kick the bucket!”
Here are some things that your bucket list might include: 
- Health and fitness goals
- Places to go
- Things to see
- People to meet
- Stuff you want – house, car, jewelry, new bike…
- Wild Adventure – skydiving, bungee jumping, African safari, heli-skiing, climbing Mt. Everest…
- Talents to develop – art, dance, fly tying, knitting, singing….
It really doesn’t matter how far-fetched or crazy the things you write down are – just do it!
Not too long ago I found a list that I’d made more than 10 years ago. When I started looking at the things on my list – I realized that many of them had been achieved! And some of them were way out there and at the time I didn’t really believe I could ever make them happen. (But I wrote them down anyway!) And several of the big ones for me actually happened all in the same week!
Here’s the point…writing things down on your bucket list is the first step in making them become a reality! Set your intention and then have fun making your dreams come true.
There might be some things you can start taking active steps to make happen today. Other things on your list, might manifest with the help of a friend, or will come to happen down the road – But it’s actually great to keep this list in front of you, or at least put your list in a safe spot where you can find it and pull it out every so often to see what you’ve accomplished so you can say – “Wow! I’m so happy that I’ve gotten to do _____________!”
Chances are once you start paying attention to the things you really want to enjoy and achieve – you’ll find your stress level will go down, and personal happiness level will increase. You can be confident that you’re not just in a home to work, work to home rut, but are taking daily action steps to really enjoy life!
Fill your Bucket with fun and crazy things to do, and then enjoy emptying it one fantastic experience at a time!
Tags: Be Happy, Bucket List, Dreams, Goal Setting, Goals, Reduce Stress
Posted in All Posts, Goal Setting, Health by Aliesa George on January 26th, 2010.
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So it’s a new year, and everyone’s back on the band-wagon to get healthier (myself included). There are so many choices and things to do it can be overwhelming. And then there’s the caveat that not every exercise, supplement, or wellness activity is safe and appropriate for everyone.
If you feel like you’re wandering and confused about your choices and what to do to really get results from your exercise program and weight-loss efforts, I’d encourage you to seek the wise counsel of an experienced health and fitness expert, or perhaps a nutritionist to help you sort out the details and fine-tune a fitness and eating plan that is realistic for your schedule and will help you confidently move forward in the right direction.
Another thing to keep in mind which has helped me a lot this week is a bit of advice from David Wolfe’s Longevity Now Program: We feel deprived and like we’re missing out when we start taking things away. Kind of like taking candy from a baby! Instead focus on adding good healthy things to your day, whether it’s exercise, more rest, meditation, better food choices, or supplements.
By focusing on what your ADDING to your lifestyle to become healthier, you might discover that the not-so-healthy habits will disappear without you feeling deprived.
This shift in perspective has made a huge difference in my mindset and the choices I’ve made this week. Hope that perhaps it will help you on your journey too!
Have a Fit and Fabulous Day!
Tags: fitness plan, Healthy, Healthy Lifestyle, Longevity Now Program, supplements, weight loss, Wellness
Posted in All Posts, Diet and Nutrition, Exercise and Fitness, Goal Setting, Health by Aliesa George on January 7th, 2010.
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Timeless wisdom to believe and achieve success anything and everything that you desire in life.
Napoleon Hill shares the wisdom he learned from the billionaire Andrew Carnegie more than 100 years ago. This is an excellent way to get your New Year’s resolutions off to a great start! And well worth watching on a regular basis as a reminder of these principles of success.
- Grab a notebook
- Jot down the thoughts that stick in your brain
- Follow these success principles
- Enjoy the rewards from your efforts
What are YOUR Goals to Achieve and Intentions for Giving in 2010?
Tags: Goal Setting, Health, Napoleon Hill, Prosperity, Wisdom for Success
Posted in All Posts, Business, Goal Setting, Health, Videos by Aliesa George on December 30th, 2009.
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When was the last time that you sat down and really thought about your definition of what wellness means to you? Have you ever written down your thoughts, ideas, and personal definition?
Do you think of wellness only from the standpoint of how you look, or being a certain weight or size? Or do you know you’re well because you have the energy and endurance to enjoy your favorite activities, and have the stamina to play with your children and grand kids?
Perhaps it means that you’re happy instead of battling with your inner-self and fighting to overcome moments (or a lifetime) of depression. It might mean that your medical checkup is showing a strong heart, cholesterol and blood sugar in a normal range, and even though your chronological age is 55, by comparison you have the body of a 30 year-old! Wellness might be a sense of inner peace and calm, or the spiritual connection you feel with your Higher Power.
Maybe your definition is: I’ll be well when I complete my first Marathon, or swim a mile without stopping, or my dog and I will both be well when we consistently take walks together (for the rest of our lives!) I’m sure there are lots of things that you can put on your Wellness Checklist!
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Tags: Add new tag, Fitness, Goal Setting, Health, Joe Pilates, Joeseph Pilates, Joseph Pilates, Pilates, stress reduction, Wellness, wellness success
Posted in Articles, Goal Setting, Health, Pilates, Stress Management by Aliesa George on August 19th, 2009.
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Watch Susan Boyle, singer live her dream on Britain’s Got Talent!
So there aren’t too many things that hit my inbox that send instant chills down my spine, and tears streaming down my face… But this did it!
Whatever your hopes and dreams, or goals and visions be it personal, professional, health, family, or life…
May you experience a shift in perspective today to strengthen your belief in yourself and your ability to achieve your potential!
Please close your eyes and attempt to clear your mind for 30 seconds.
Then, read the questions below and enjoy this video clip:
- What is the “right” age for accomplishing my greatest dream?
- Do I hear the laughter and believe the doubters when I am mocked for expecting life’s very best?
- What great possibility have I forced myself to stop considering?
- Who will be inspired or benefit directly when I succeed?
- When will right now become the best time to begin?
(forwarded message & questions from — Your friend, Andy Andrews)
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Tags: Achieve Your Dreams, Goal Setting
Posted in Goal Setting by Aliesa George on April 15th, 2009.
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