Distorted Self Image
May 23, 2008
I was looking around on YouTube for a new video to post here on Thrive! TV and this is what I came across . . .
What a reminder of how the media has distorted peoples’ self image! When I watched the video, my immediate reaction was shock at how thin the person looked, then disgust at how overly skinny her examples of what she wanted to look like were.
Office Chair Stretches
May 3, 2008
For a while I’ve been thinking about how I could fit in some extra exercise while stuck at my desk all day. This video shows you how you can do some simple stretching exercises while sitting in a chair. If you can’t get out of the office to fit in a walk at lunch time, try these stretches… now you have no excuse to get a short workout in during a busy day!
Weight loss, if you have a lot to lose
May 3, 2008
This video, by EliteFTS, sums up a lot of my thoughts on weight loss, in particular if you have a lot of weight to lose. Start by making small changes, any change for the better will result in some weight loss. As you lose more weight, and start to get more energy add in some cardio, even just 30 minutes of walking a few times a week. Slowly decrease the amount/calories you eat, and increase your workouts and you’ll be well on your way to a new healthier you!
Control Emotional Eating And Cravings
April 30, 2008
This technique for controlling emotional eating and reducing cravings is based on the tapping technique created by Dr. Roger Callaghan as part of his Thought Field Therapy (TFT) techniques. It is demonstrated in the video below by master hypnotist and weight loss coach Rosa Smith-Montanaro of Mind Over Platter.
