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10 Tips to Look and Feel Great at Your Next Party

Published on November 14, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

Recently, a client asked me “I’m planning a formal party and I’m overwhelmed with details. I want everything to be perfect and I want to look perfect too. What’s the best and quickest way to look great for a black tie event?”

For those who know me, words like “quick” aren’t usually found with words like “permanent” but I gave her a few ideas anyway. Here’s what I suggested:

1- Find time for aerobic activity. It’s a great way to burn calories, lower your stress level and find solutions to some of your party concerns. The rhythmic movement of aerobic activity enables you to become clearly focused and calm; a great mental place to sort out details.

2- For great arms in a strapless dress: Your time is limited so you want to do an activity that gives you more bang for your buck. Push ups work the entire upper body when done correctly and chair dips strengthen and tone your triceps so you can wave your arms with confidence

3-Eat for sustained energy. Eating foods rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients supply your body with quality which shows itself in less bloat, healthier skin and a healthy glow…just as important as the right dress.

4-Drink plenty of clean water. Water will help eliminate bloat, flush out your system from toxins and more. Being well hydrated is like giving a bath to your insides. Dehydration is also one of the greatest causes of fatigue so drinking clean water regularly will help to keep you alert and energetic while improving the tone and quality of your skin as well.

5-Next, look for a well fitting but comfortable dress. You don’t want to spend your time readjusting when you could be dancing instead.

6-Hair, makeup, nails, eyebrows, toes, etc. These frilly extras make us feel beautiful.

7-You can also try a little bit of self tanner. When used appropriately, it can minimize imperfections like uneven skin tone, varicose veins, etc.

8-Get enough sleep. A well rested look looks healthier and better than any makeup you’ll need to cover up bags and dark circles under your eyes.

9-Laugh, smile and just have fun. Remember, no one is looking as closely at you as you are and everything looks and feels better when wrapped with a smile.

10-Be present! The party will come and go but how you experienced it is completely up to you. Enjoy it thoroughly by giving 100% of your time and attention to taking it in and enjoying the celebration and all it entails.

Do you have a strategy for looking great at a party? I’d love to know, comment and share!

Debi Silber “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com

What’s Your “Fitness Personality?”

Published on October 31, 2011 in General. 1 Comment

Are you looking to join a fitness club, class or facility?

To find a program that works, you may want to ask yourself; what are you looking to accomplish when working out? Is it important that it’s a social experience, does it motivate you to work out with other people; is camaraderie/support something you look for?

At a club, what’s the feeling you get. Does it feel warm and welcoming or cold and stuffy? Are there babysitting services if need be and are the hours workable for you?

The gym environment and workout session needs to be as individual as the person working out. Some people enjoy choreographed aerobic/dance or step type of classes while the thought of memorizing a routine may terrify another person. For those people, getting on a bike or treadmill next to someone else provides the right balance of sweat and social interaction.

A gym can offer a variety of classes, camaraderie, babysitting and other services. You may find an instructor or trainer who’s particularly motivating or just may enjoy the feeling of working out with like minded people. The key with joining a gym is that the price of membership is only worth it when it’s used, not simply purchased.

How can you find out if a gym is right for you before you buy an expensive membership? It’s based on your “fitness personality” and it’s a topic I cover in the fitness section of my book: The Lifestyle Fitness Program: A Six Part Plan So Every Mom Can Look, Feel and Live Her Best (recommended by Jack Canfield, Parenting Magazine, and more!)

Have you read it yet? Get it here: http://www.themojocoach.com/book_product.php

Enjoy the day!
Debi Silber, The Mojo Coach
www.TheMojoCoach.com

We Are What We Believe…

Published on October 17, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

We are what we believe.

Our belief system is formed by the repetition of an idea (a positive or negative idea) from someone we trust.

For example, if someone you trusted repeatedly told you how wonderful you are, you may feel confident in your wonderfulness

If on the other hand, you were told repeatedly how incapable or inept you were, unfortunately you may have grown to believe this too and over time, it may have become your belief as well. Are you surprised then when you go into your adult life, carrying this belief system and living within these limits?

So what do you do now?
Reevaluate these old ideas discarding the ones that keep you safe, stuck and small while forming a new belief system that serves and supports you!

As you slowly exchange the limiting beliefs that keep you back for a belief system that propels you forward, you’ll soon see the greatness that others see in you.

Enjoy the day!

Debi Silber, “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com

Is Entrepreneurship Dead?

Published on September 23, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

Come join me this Monday evening from 6PM – 9PM at the Andaz Hotel in New York for a very special evening of VIP networking & business education with a good friend of mine! Bill Walsh is one of the top Venture Capitalist’s/Business Coaches in the country! He will share with you specifically what it takes to Build Million Dollar companies and how you can profit “BIG TIME” in today’s Economy!

Got o http://visiontowealthnj.eventbrite.com/ to reserve your complimentary ticket today!

VISION TO WEALTH EVENT Monday, September 26th, 2011

Andaz Hotel – Wall Street

6PM – 7PM VIP Interactive Networking

7PM – 8:30PM Success Showcase “Bill Walsh – Wisdom Talk”

8:30PM – 9:00PM VIP GUEST SPEAKER- Me!

9:00PM – 9:30PM NEW MONEY DISCUSSION

Followed by exclusive invite only VIP DINNER PARTY W/Bill Walsh

Remember to DRESS FOR SUCCESS!!
See you there,

Debi Silber, “The Mojo Coach”

www.TheMojoCoach.com

One More…

Published on September 9, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

Today commit to 1 more…reading 1 more page of that inspirational book, 1 more healthy meal, 1 more minute/rep while working out, 1 more moment of focused attention on those you love, 1 more call to get the word out about your business, 1 more minute to appreciate all you have, 1 more…

It’s those seemingly insignificant little bits of extra effort, focus, time and attention, that over time, yield big results. So with that in mind, what’s your 1 more commitment today? I’d love to know, comment and share!

Debi Silber “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com

How to Eat “Cheap and Healthy”

Published on August 17, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

Are there ways to eat cheaply and healthy? Absolutely!

1- Buy “family size” packages of chicken, turkey, fish or lean beef. At one time on a few baking trays, coat some with seasoning, others with a sauce, some with dressing and some with minimal spices. Then use in soups, salads, stir frys and sandwiches.

2- It’s cheaper (but more tempting) to buy big bags of snack foods. Invest in a few boxes of snack size baggies. When you’re NOT hungry, portion out servings according to the package and then grab 1 baggie when ready to snack. You’ll eat less and save more.

3-Eating at home is almost always cheaper and healthier than eating out. It’s usually easier to control your choices…and portions.

4-Serve your meals on smaller plates. Eating dinner out can be expensive and the portions can be enough for at least 2 meals.

5- When you cook, you control the ingredients used in preparation. Substitute broth, water and seasoning instead of all of the oil, butter and cream used when you eat out.

6-For dessert, a single serving fudge pop has far fewer calories and is far less expensive than an ice cream cone. You can also have a single serving pudding or pudding pop for less than 100 calories and a few cents.

7-Cook with whole grain pasta (or a low carb version). A box is inexpensive, healthier than regular pasta and you’ll eat much less than the portions served out.

8-Bring a healthy snack to work. For just a little bit of money, what you bring (yogurt, fruit, string cheese, trail mix, etc.) will be far better than anything from the vending machine.

9-Make flavored coffee at home. Think about how much you spend on that fancy coffee concoction each day. It’s hundreds of calories and the price adds up over the course of a week

10-Share an entree or order an appetizer portion. You’ll eat less and save money.

11-Preplan-Bring healthy snacks and water bottles from home if you know you’ll be out for the day. What you’ll bring is almost always healthier and less expensive than anything from outside.

12-Value meals, super sizing and economy sizing don’t save any money if it causes you to overeat unhealthy food and gain weight. You’ll need to buy larger clothes and have higher medical bills as a result of all that “value”!!

How do you eat healthy and save? I’d love to know, comment and share!
Debi Silber, “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com

Stress and The Impact on Your Skin

Published on August 16, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

Someone recently asked: “I’m under a tremendous amount of stress and I noticed changes in my skin. Is there any connection?” The answer is a big, fat yes.

One reason your skin changes when stressed is due to the over secretion of the stress hormone cortisol. When over secreted, it will look to replenish itself by borrowing components from our estrogen stores. Estrogen keeps us youthful so when stores become depleted, we age faster. (You know how someone “looks like they’ve had a hard life?” That’s the physical effects of over secreted stress hormones).

Another way stress impacts your skin is because stress deteriorates the skin’s natural ability to protect against invasion. Pollution and toxins are harsh on the skin and alter the way the skin repairs and regenerates itself. This shows itself in tone and texture. Stress also decreases the elasticity of the skin creating a more aged look.

Increased cortisol can also prevent skin regeneration by slowing the rate of cell turnover, leaving skin dull. While this is happening, adrenaline, which is also released under stress, redirects blood away from the skin to where it seems more needed at the time. This is another reason why the skin can have a dulled look.

Acne is also common during stress because during times of stress there is a stimulation of the sebaceous glands (ever hear someone complaining about a huge pimple right before an important event?)

So, if you’re stressed about your looks…that stress is what’s largely causing the problem!

Is stress impacting the way your skin looks or do you have a secret to healthy skin? I’d love to know, comment and share!

Debi Silber, “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com

Why Fitness May Be Getting Bounced Off Of Your “To-Do” List

Published on August 15, 2011 in General. 1 Comment

I’ve found that many people have the best of intentions when it comes to fitting exercise into their day but for many reasons, it easily gets bounced off of our “to do lists.” Why?

One reason is because many of us feel guilty giving ourselves any type of self care. We’ll only take care of ourselves once everyone else is cared for and by that time we’ve lost our motivation because we’re exhausted, frustrated, spent and depleted.

When fitness isn’t a priority, time for exercise also often gets replaced with extra chores or obligations that can be squeezed into our already overly extended schedule.

Another reason why exercise isn’t part of a routine is because it’s done sporadically. Benefits aren’t felt or seen so motivation drops quickly.

Also, many people just haven’t found a routine that works for them. They either go for the “all or nothing” approach, join a club that’s inconvenient or begin a routine they don’t enjoy. Finding it too difficult to stay with, enjoy or get to is an easy reason to give up.

Need a few solutions?

One thing I always suggest is to write exercise into your book/planner as an appointment. Just as you’d respect any other type of appointment, writing it down and treating that way ensures you’ll take the time because you’ve allowed for it and made it a priority.

I also suggest working out in the morning if possible. You typically have more control over your time and exercise will be less likely to be bounced off the list as other necessary tasks creep up throughout the day.

The more you understand what works for you, the more you stick with and can enjoy whichever type of exercise program you choose. That’s when you see and feel the benefits as well.

How do you fit exercise into your day? I’d love to know, comment and share!
Debi Silber, “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com

Becoming Fit and Healthy-It’s a Family Affair

Published on August 11, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

One of the most important reasons for parents to get themselves feeling, looking and living their best is for the sake of their kids.

Did you know that in 2010, about 50% of all kids were overweight! At this point 1/3rd of their diets consist of nothing but junk food. Add to that “portion distortion”, fast/takeout food and inactivity and you’ve got a recipe for unhealthy kids.

The first suggestion I give moms (who handle 90% of food tasks) is to set a good example. There simply is no better way to get the message across to kids.

Encouraging moderate portions of well balanced meals (protein/carb/fat), variety and eating every few hours to discourage being overly hungry are a few places to start. Kids can also be included in some of the shopping and food preparation details. When they’re included, they’ve more likely to buy into the idea of its importance.

You may also want to reconsider family style eating. It’s great to stay at the table enjoying each other’s company but family style typically encourages seconds. Instead of putting all of the dishes on the table, try putting all of the dinner items on each plate and bringing only the plates to the table. If the goal is to create better habits, find ways to enjoy heaping servings of conversation, not food.

For exercise, encourage activity-again using yourself as an example. You can also encourage your child to find an activity they enjoy (if they like it they’ll do it). It can be something simple like playing outside, dancing, walking the family dog (or in my crazy case-4 dogs ) or enrolling in a team sport or intramural program at school if one’s available.

Whether in the form of better food choices, healthier habits or adding fitness to the family routine, the key is to make “lifestyle fitness” a family affair.

What do you do to keep your family fit and healthy? I’d love to know, comment and share!

Debi Silber, “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com

Staying Fit and Healthy While Vacationing

Published on August 10, 2011 in General. 0 Comments

Can you travel and avoid gaining weight?

There are many ways to come home feeling great but it begins with a plan. You know the saying “if you fail to plan then plan to fail” that’s so true with regards to preventing weight gain while traveling.

The first step is to bring healthy snacks for the flight. What’s available in the airport may not be especially health conscious. If you’ll be traveling in the car, same idea applies. Whatever you have is probably healthier than what you’d find at a rest stop.

I also encourage people when traveling to an interesting place to sample the foods of that area. In order to “allow” for the food, give up foods that are ordinary and you can have at any time.

When traveling, we typically have two options-find healthy alternatives or eat less. If you can’t manage to find a healthy option or order in a way to keep the fat/sugar/calories down, simply eat less.

As far as exercise, make sure you pack your exercise gear. Most hotels have gyms but if not, there’s always a way to walk or run outside. You can also pack resistance bands which take up little space or do exercises using your own body weight as resistance such as push ups, chair dips, crunches and squats. If you bring your computer, pack a few exercise DVD’s you can do right in your hotel room.

If you’re making gradual lifestyle changes, vacations aren’t an excuse to go crazy because you allow for some imperfection. Of course, if you slip, contain it to the meal and move on!

How do you stay on track while vacationing? I’d love to know, comment and share!
Debi Silber, “The Mojo Coach”
www.TheMojoCoach.com