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Lots of Kisses! Buddy is the real deal!

I am loving my Saturdays’ self-care. Moved my fanny at the gym and on sand courts with my lovely friends and budy, then hit the sauna to wrap it up. Today was EXTRA SPECIAL. I got lots of KISSES. Unconditional love from Buddy, Lucia’s 3 leg dog. He is adorable, full of energy, and loving. Hope you are having an awesome day too!

Pre-volleyball, I got myself to the gym for a great workout:

3 rounds (completed in 12:38 min)

10 pull ups

15 box jumps 20 inches

20 air squats

60 double unders–DUs don’t EVER fail to slow me down  😥 

Left the gym to meet the ladies for 6 GREAT GAMES of sand doubles. My shoulder was in better shape than that of last week. We had a blast, long rallies, perfect weather, great attitude…fun period! Feeling grateful. Thank you ladies and buddy for great sanity times.

Finish the self-care round with sauna and good shower.

Dog Love
Dog Love
Buddy Likes My Sweat
Buddy Likes My Sweat
Sand Volleyball 20160319
Sand Volleyball 20160319

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Giving

“It is not how much we give but how  much love we put into giving.” — Mother Thereza

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My Wellness Warrior Story

Maria Horstmann, MBA, CPT, PNL1, IRC, founded Be Fab – Be You LLC in 2014.

I hope that my Wellness Warrior Story inspires you to join my movement to transform as many lives as possible. 

As former Finance Professional, I’m now a health wellness coach, insulin resistance / blood sugar coach, and personal trainer. I became passionate about health and wellness after she transformed her lifestyle, reversed prediabetes, and got rid of chronic digestive /gastrointestinal distress on her own. In 2014, she took a leap of faith by leaving a success career in finance to follow her passion.
Visit www.BeFabBeYou.com to learn about my coaching programs that will empower you to achieve your long term health goals as well. I offer programs to individuals, small groups, and corporate wellness solutions.

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Life…Deserve a break? What’s fun to you?

“Life is what we make it, always has been, always will be. –Grandma Moses

What’s fun to you?  How often do you find asking yourself when was the last time you had fun? or have to think hard to remember fun times or time for yourself? Sometimes, we just don’t even think about it. 

Fun and relaxation are important to healthy living. Our hormones love and need! I cannot lie. Unfortunately, I have neglected them for the past 1.5 years. I have been focused on getting my business up and running. Changes are on the way. Spring is perfect season for that 🙂  

Today, from the moment I woke up around 7:30am to about 4pm, I’ve done things I love:

  • Ate a healthy breakfast: hard boil pasture raised eggs, avocado, soaked/dehydrated walnuts and brazil nuts, goat’s milk kefir. Healthy protein, fats, and carbs/probiotics.
  • Moved my fanny at the gym (more below)
  • Played doubles sand volleyball —  perfect weather in low 70s and sunny this morning. It had beena while since the four of us played together. Right shoulder has been bothering. I irritated a little more though  😳 
  • Ate my power house and complete meal smoothie (ask recipe if you’d like to know more)
  • Sauna for 30  minutes followed by nice shower
  • Stopped by at a couple of places for grocery shopping…cooking yummy stuff tomorrow!

Now, I am ready to get a few hours of work done. Cheers to self-care and fun!

Workout

EMOMx 14 (Every Minute On the Minute 14 min)
odd: 10 Calorie Row
even: 100m Sprint

– Rest 5 Mins –

EMOMx 10  (Every Minute On the Minute 10 min)
odd: 12 Wall Balls 12lbs
even: 12 KBS 35lbs

Good stuff!

doubles sand volleyball
Maria, Candice, Lucia, Kendall. Perfect day for sand volleyball
wall ball
wall ball

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Passion from the start

“You have to be burning with an idea, or a problem, or a wrong that you want to right.” If you’re not passionate enough from the start, you will never stick it out.” –Steve Jobs

The concept applies to most things in life. If you’re not passionate enough about your health and wellness, you will stall, start and never finish, and continue the yo-yo diet, denial, and fall back to your old habits. The emotional rollercoaster this process is taxing to the body and mind.

Minimize or avoid emotional rollercoaster rides by aligning your heart with your head!

  1. Set goals
  2. Make a plan
  3. Know of your strengths and weaknesses
  4. Hire a coach as needed
  5. Believe in yourself
  6. Know your support system
  7. Stay consistent – day in and out. Cheating will rarely help. It will prolong your journey. In some cases, you might never get to your destination.
  8. Surround yourself of like minded people
  9. Learn from mistakes
  10. Celebrate your successes

EXPRESS YOUR PASSION FOR LIFE. BE PASSIONATE. BE YOURSELF. BE FAB!

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Self-Care

Self care is so important. It’s one of the first topics I discuss with my clients, especially women. I am not perfect and I do go neglecting my body. Problem is I don’t have an accountability partner and gets hard at a times. Today, I want to thank Brian Fox,  a phenomenal sports massage therapist who has worked on my me a few times, for spending 1.5 hours working hard on my upper body. Brian also asked me to TAKE CARE OF MYSELF AS WELL. I promised him I will do a better job going forward!

No kidding, I have yet to meet someone as good as or better than Brian on this area. His understanding of the body, knowledge of body anatomy, and technique are special. And, he’s a nice guy! Don’t waste your money with mediocre massage therapist. Give Brian a call next time your body is screaming for realignment and mobility. I will put you in touch with him!

Yes, I was screaming in pain for most of the time, there was no workout around. Didn’t matter the amount of pressure he applied…the tissues have been abused for too long.

I injured my left shoulder three months…left keeps compensating for chronic issues on the right side, unfortunately. I have been slowly working my way back…I have also been feeling the tightness and soreness every time stretch the area post workouts. As expected, shoulders are sore from the massage. They got what they needed. I told Brian…’I will be feeling your fingers for the rest of the week  😯 ‘ Can you tell i was a little beat up just before I left him?

Cheers to good pain. Cheers to self-care! 

Self-Care TIme
Body was in shock after intense massage. Thanks Brian Fox!
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YouTube Debut: Welcome to Be Fab-Be You LLC

YouTube Debut: Welcome To Be Fab – Be You LLC & M Horstmann 

Yes, this is my first video ever. Check it out and learn a little more about Be Fab – Be You LLC. Subscribe to the channel so you won’t miss short video updates from your holistic health and blood sugar coach and personal trainer, Maria Horstmann, MBA, CPT, PNL1, IRC.

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