Our Distorted Relationship with FOOD

So very TRUE... YOUR DISTORTED RELATIONSHIP WITH FOOD! No matter how many women I speak to everyday, it's the SAME BELIEF SYSTEM that continues to dominate the conversation around weight loss, emotional eating, eating disorders, daily life choices, and the list goes on. It never stops, the myths, FALSE INFORMATION TOOTED AS MEDICAL FACTS BY THE COMPANIES MAKING MILLIONS ON PEOPLE WHO CONTINUE TO BELIEVE that by not eating, or cutting down on their food consumption, will actually SOLVE THEIR PROBLEMS.... this is just not TRUE. It's the belief systems that we've been programed to buy into that has caused so many problems today, and it's not just in TEENS, OR WOMAN, MEN HAVE THE SAME ISSUES AS WELL. In many cases people can't even identify that they have an eating disorder, or lets put it another way, a very distorted relationship with FOOD. From BODYBUILDERS, ATHLETES, TEENS TO YOU AND ME.... trust me, everyone is different in it's own way, but the common denominator is that at some point the OBSESSION THAT WE HAVE WITH EATING OR NOT EATING IS NOT ABOUT THE FOOD ITS SELF, BUT RATHER OUR BELIEF SYSTEMS THAT LEADS TO OUR EMOTIONAL SELF MEDICATING WITH FOOD. {this can be either with starving one's self or over eating, both extremes have it's root in the EMOTIONAL CENTERS OF THE BODY/MIND/SOUL CONNECTION.} Like I said, you may not notice it, but it is there. With the pressures of being and looking a certain way, as the focus of our materialistic society, the quick fix of popping a PILL, to lose weight, or BURN FAT, or push it faster, harder, longer is the where the LINES BLUR, IT STARTS AS A SIMPLE I WANT TO IMPROVE MY LIFE, LOOK BETTER, BE BETTER, AND SO ON, and than it can escalate into a whole different direction, DUE TO THE UNDER LINING EMOTIONAL ISSUES. TRUST ME IT'S ALWAYS AN INNER TURMOIL THAT CAUSES THE disorder with food. IT IS NOT FOOD IT'S SELF. THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH FOOD, IT'S OUR INNER EMOTIONS THAT DRIVE HOW WE RELATE TO FOOD. ~PK https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152739826749689&set=a.322933799688.195554.108579604688&type=1&theater

Overuse Injuries Women's Health Issues

Tip of the Day: OVERUSE INJURIES.... Are you an everyday addicted I gotta workout for 90 minutes or more kind of gal? Are you a I can't eat this, I can't eat that, I can't drink this, I can't drink that kind of gal? Are you a I'm going to push myself even if it hurts kind of gal? Are you a oh hell, my cramps are bad, but the gyms calling kind of gal? Are you a I look fat, ugly, not perfect kind of gal? Well if you said YES to anyone or all of these, you're heading for a possible ISSUE CALLED OVERUSE INJURY!!! Like all things in life it's called BALANCE. When we don't listen to our body's informational system, we create IMBALANCE. That informational system is what triggers the most common messenger PAIN!!! You may not think that what I've listed above has anything to do with overuse injures, but they do. A lot of deeper issues are over looked by the common symptoms like aches and pains, tiredness, inflammation, and the list goes on. For WOMEN, especially during our monthly menstrual cycle we don't take the time to lighten up, take some rest time for our bodies to transition normally in it's cleansing and hormonal cycle. WE push toooooooooooooooooo much, thinking NO PAIN, NO GAIN, keep going, multitask, etc.... BUT THESE ARE THE VERY TRIGGERS that will cause OVERUSE INJURIES. Besides the list above, many common mistakes is to push through the pain. Fight to get to the top, more more more, heavier, more reps, add more miles, all of these are not necessarily bad, but when done correctly, with the right periodization program, including REST, RECUPERATION, PROPER NUTRITION, AND MAY BE THE MOST IMPORTANT OF ALL THE RIGHT HEALTHY MINDSET OVERUSE INJURIES CAN BE AVOIDED. Here's the deal. "When we exercise, we are putting our bodies in a state of controlled stress, by the types of workouts or sports we are training and doing. By training in a specific way we can help our body adapt to the type of stress we are inflecting upon it. This can also help us to adapt better to our life's environmental stressors, but when the stressors we are placing on the body becomes way too much, the overload creates immune system malfunctions, when this happens it opens a whole possibility of health problems. Stay tune for more on this subject. #overuseinjuries #soulfitnesshawaii #wholebodyblast #rightexercise #healthforlife #properform http://www.soulfitnesshawaii.com/

Functional Fitness Classes, What is that???

Functional fitness is nothing new, really, it's just basic calisthenic style exercises that help to improve strength, range of motion, balance and coordination, stimulate brain memory, create happy hormones for improve mood, reduce stress and anxiety, and aid in fall prevention, reduce injuries, and identify signs of dehydration... We use different methods of exercises, equipment, and breathing techniques all in a 45 minutes session. Stay tune for my FALL FITNESS CLASSES at the University of Hawaii at Hilo sponsored by the UHH College of Continued Education, you don't have to be a student to attend, my classes are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND RUN $60 FOR 10 FITNESS CLASS SESSIONS. Follow me on Facebook at Soul Fitness Hawaii, for your mind, body and soul to learn more and when to REGISTER.

Functional Fitness Classes, it is for you???

Functional fitness is nothing new, really, it's just basic calisthenic style exercises that help to improve strength, range of motion, balance and coordination, stimulate brain memory, create happy hormones for improve mood, reduce stress and anxiety, and aid in fall prevention, reduce injuries, and identify signs of dehydration... We use different methods of exercises, equipment, and breathing techniques all in a 45 minutes session. Stay tune for my FALL FITNESS CLASSES at the University of Hawaii at Hilo sponsored by the UHH College of Continued Education, you don't have to be a student to attend, my classes are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND RUN $60 FOR 10 FITNESS CLASS SESSIONS. Follow me on Facebook at Soul Fitness Hawaii, for your mind, body and soul to learn more and when to REGISTER.

Procrastination & Excuses will only lead to Preventable Medical Age Related Issues

You Really Must Not Matter.... Here's the deal, everyone can find an excuse for doing or not doing something in their lives. It's human nature to procrastinate on the things we don't want to do, or are told we should or have to do. I totally understand. BUT, the bare bones truth is, YOU CAN'T KEEP LYING TO YOURSELF. sooner or later it will catch up to you, and than you'll go into the self punishment mode which will only make things worst. STOP THE VICIOUS CYCLE AND TAKE STOCK OF YOUR LIFE NOW. You're probably wondering what the hell is she yakking about now??? I'm talking to you, YOU, the one that keeps putting off your well being for what you believe is beneficial for everyone else., your kids, your spouses, your frenz, your boss, work, the dog, cat, the charity work, whatever.... human nature is to find whatever excuse it is to not do what we know we should to make our lives better. There's many reasons for that, and I totally get it. But if you don't know where to start, what to do, or are afraid, hey, that's only natural too. Ask for help... life is about new experiences and learning. But here's the low down on that painful truth, if you keep saying you don't have time to get healthy, eat right because it's too expensive, the classes are at the wrong time, the gym is too busy, I don't like the people there, it's not my thing, a trainer is way too expensive for me to afford, or better yet my kids are more important and their games are at the same time, so I just can't do it....Well sister, think of this, DO YOU WANT TO BE AROUND TO SEE YOUR KIDS GROW UP, HAVE HAPPY LIVES, HAVE KIDS OF THEIR OWN??? DO YOU WANT TO LIVE INTO YOUR 90S, BEING INDEPENDENT AND DRIVING YOURSELF AROUND? DO YOU WANT TO STILL HAVE GOOD HEALTHY SEX YOUR LIFE? DO YOU WANT TO AGE GRACEFULLY WITH A HEALTHY GLOW???? Well than, you better get cracking.... time waits for NO ONE, keep using that excuse, and you're going to fine yourself running out of time. It's never too late, but, why start when something is broke, start now to prevent damage from even happening, and if it does, because life does what it does, you'll be better equip to handle it. ~ PK

Sprint Quarter Lift To Thrive Class Registration

Spring Quarter Class Registration for LIFT 2 THRIVE starts MARCH 17 at 7:00am, but just a little note, eager new members start lining up as early as 6:30am to get a spot. Open to all adults 55 and over, class fee is $10 for 10 classes, one every week. If you want to take my Tuesday & Thursday classes you have to register for both classes. Have a question call me 315-9130 for what to bring, location, or about any medical concerns you may regarding taking my class. Have a wonderful day. Mahalo http://www.soulfitnesshawaii.com/ KAMANA SENIOR CENTER & The County of Hawaii

February Whole Body Blast Class Schedule

WBB functional fitness classes are 45 minute of light resistance weight training, plyometric body weight exercises, utilizing standing, chair and mat platforms for a low to medium intensity styled whole body fitness experience. From start to finish we move through different methods of exercises that works our upper & lower body, stressing good form, proper breathing and hydration, as well as closing with simple cooling down stretching and centering techniques, leaving you completely happy mind, body and soul. Which is always a wonderful thing. Classes are $5 drop or purchase DISCOUNT STAMP CARD FOR $25 FOR 8 CLASSES A MONTH. WBB training is held every Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30-5:15pm at Resolution gym in Hilo, Hawaii 96720, if you have any questions please feel free to contact me at 315-9130 and ask for PK http://www.soulfitnesshawaii.com Class Type ~ Core Training, Wellness Coaching, Circuit Training, Flexibility/Balance, ... and 4 more What We Supply Resolution Gym, does supply light dumbbells of 3- lbs. fitness mats, & chairs. Things To Bring Water bottle, your own yoga mat, if you have one for hygiene purposes, light dumbbells if you have your own in the 8-10 lb range. ***** SPECIAL NOTE: MAKE SURE TO WEAR PROPER FOOT WEAR, NO SKETCHERS SHAPERS AT ALL, AND NO BARE FEET. Also comfortable fitness wear like a secure SPORTS BRA breathable shirt and pants that will keep you secure when bending forward, jumping and stretching. And please make sure if you have LONG HAIR, that it is tied back and out of your face. **** Capacity 30 Instructor(s) Mellony Puakea Soares-Mercado Host Resolution Gym Price $5.00 drop http://www.soulfitnesshawaii.com