Balance in all things

Ok so I have to go back to this book that I've been reading it was talking about how Benjamin Franklin had a set of virtues and every week he would work on one of the virtues. The book broke it down into fewer categories (I believe old Ben had 13). Anyway I think that is a great starting point for this whole thing. However I did start my physical program yesterday, my goal is to be 10 pounds lighter by June and more toned about 20% body fat. The body fat I care more about than the goal weight - what you should always find is that to measure success in fitness - look how your clothes fit, do a jiggle test (OMG!!), look for toning in your muscles that wasn't there before - these are the things that should matter not the weight on the scale - however having said that my 10 pounds is where I think I will be at 20%.

So the exercise regimen consists of this: 3 days a week weight training, 2 days a week cardio and 1 extra day of fun cardio - riding a bike or hiking or rollerblading with doggies - things like that. So yesterday was the first day of the program - I 5 minutes of cardio, then weights (all over body), then about 5-10 min stretching.

My eating was average - could do much better but I did buy Amazing Grass - it is a superfood supplement you can check it out here: http://www.amazinggrass.com/ I will be having one superfood shake a day which basically includes a scoop of protein, scoop of Amazing Grass, one cup of yogurt, frozen organic berries, maybe a banana and then orange juice or milk as a base. We'll see how this works out - more to come - love to all!

Where I'm at now

So I am creating this to track the changes that I'm making in my life to become better, healthier, more spiritual, more educated, more caring, loving, adventurous, financially successful, and all the while trying my best to be considerate and caring of the earth and her creatures. Over the last two years I've really gotten into the "green movement" however like my blog says sometimes it might make you a bit ill trying to figure it all out! :) hopefully through my trials and tribulations this may help others as well, I believe in balance and I do believe you can have your cake and eat it too you just have to open your eyes and heart to the possibility and then let the energy and answers flow in. Love to all, and away we go!