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Scratching off the Fitness Bucket List by Jillian Rieckmann
Every year, I pull out my dream journal and write down my goals for the year, as well as long-term goals for the future. I jot them down, close my book and generally don’t pull it out again until the following year. But every time I dig it out, dust it off and flip through the pages, I amaze myself at how much of my dreams have come true. My goals are accomplished and I renew my vow to continue to grow and challenge myself with new adventure in all areas of my life...
Thoughts Equal Reality by Jillian Rieckmann
Last night, my girlfriend asked me “Do you think you are too hard on yourself?” After some quiet contemplation, tears started to fall from my eyes as I realized that my expectations of myself are far greater than anything I would ever imagine from anyone else.
This got me thinking. Why do we do this to ourselves? What is it that we need to prove? Why is it so hard to look at our lives and be completely content with where we are at this moment, rather than fretting about the past?......
Benefits of Resistance Training by Jillian Rieckmann
There is nothing better then the feeling I get when I’m challenging all of my muscles, pumping weights at the gym. I feel so strong, so motivated, and like I could take on the world. Resistance Training isn’t just for men, in fact, my favorite days at the gym, are when all the men are gossiping with each other, while the women get sweaty, lifting heavy in the free weights zone...
Being a Healthy Role Model by Jillian Rieckmann
When I made the decision to become a mother, my entire life changed. All of my thoughts revolved around the incredible being growing inside of me. It was at that moment, that I made the vow to always do my best to take care of my mind and my body, for the betterment of not only myself, but for my developing baby. I began transforming my diet, my exercise regime, and my lifestyle, so I could nourish the two of us, as well as be a good role model in the future....