Lize VN Personal Training

Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist!

Doing this course was the best investment I have made in a long time. Not only did I learn so much about all the challenges of Pregnancy and Postpartum recovery, but also how much the body starts to compensate and how to correct that.

I am so excited to help all the mommies with their recovery and to get their bodies to work properly again after giving birth, no matter how old your babies are.😀

Today I GOT to run!

We got severe weather warnings for the past weekend and today, so I was not planning a run for today.

This morning when I woke up, the sun was shining and not a single drop of rain. Because I was not planning to run this morning, my motivation was VERY low and I was thinking of every excuse in the book to skip it and just carry on with my day.

I then decided I would go for a 5km run. It will make me feel great and at least I am doing something after lying around the house all weekend. I ended up doing a 10km run and it made me feel GREAT!😁 And I got to see this beautiful view of our mountains.

So even if you are not always in the mood or when motivation is low, just tell yourself you will do something for 15min or 30min. Chances are you will end up doing way more than the 15 or 30min and it will make you feel like you achieved something.

Motivation is not always there and it is not always easy, but it is always worth it.

It’s Monday again! Also known as the most popular day to start a new diet or exercise routine. Some people make it through the first month or 2, others are lucky if they make it till Thursday.

Stop starting a new diet every week and rather start with a new lifestyle change. This means there is no deadline. Most people start off with a very strict diet, they got from a friend or off of the internet, and the aim is to lose 10kg, 15kg, 20kg in 3 months. You go to bed hungry every night and feel irritated and exhausted all the time.

🍫Start by cutting out sugar where you can. If you can’t go cold turkey, start by cutting out a little bit everyday or every third day. There are also great substitutes you can find at your shops for a treat or occasion.

🥦Make sure you add plenty of vegetables and fruits to your meals. They make your plate look fuller and they have lots of health benefits.

🥩Opt for good quality protein and make sure to have enough protein with every meal. Remember, protein keeps you fuller for longer.

🥑Opt for healthy fats, not only does it help with cholesterol; it also keeps you satisfied and help with cravings.

🥖Replace your Carbohydrates (breads, pastas, chips, etc.) with healthier options. You don’t have to cut this out of your life completely; there are so many healthier options you can find in stores. Carbohydrates are your source of energy (depending on what lifestyle choice you choose), just always be mindful and not go overboard.

Every day is not going to be perfect, and you might have some bad days. But stay positive, carry on and make better choices with your next meal or the next day. Making a lifestyle change will probably take a bit longer to get to your goals. But you will feel more in control, by doing it at your own pace, and chances are you will stick to this for the rest of your life.

Give me a shout if you need some help with making a lifestyle change.

It is that time of the year where you are either too busy or too tired to workout.

Just pick yourself up and do a little bit everyday. Even a 20min session is better than nothing.

Make everyday count!