Still Here!

Hello Everyone,

I know it seems like I've fallen off the planet, but thought I'd write a short note to let you know that I'm still here, and am working hard to put together something bigger! As I stated in May, I'm currently producing an entire workout plan and webisodes for you to follow and keep up with. I have been asked many times about my own workout plan and philosophy and decided to put it all together into a program to share with you.

Of coarse I love hearing from you and am open to any ideas/suggestions you have for upcoming topics. Feel free to drop a line or a question about something you'd like to learn more about!

And cheers to the start of another wonderful summer!

Amanda

I know it has been way too long since I've last posted! I apologize - but things have been very busy and I wanted to update you! I am currently in the works of planning out a years worth of bi-weekly workout videos. 

I will be consistently posting a free online video which will demonstrate the workout, along with a newsletter explaining the idea around it which will include whole workout in writing so you can print it out and do it on your own.

My goal is to start airing these by the end of June - stay tuned!

Also, if there are any types of workouts or specific things you'd like to work on please write to me at amanda@amandarussellworkouts.com OR post a comment here.

 

I will do my best to address all comments and requests :)

Cheers,

Amanda

Quick Fix Energy Boosters

Whether you’ve partied all night, drank too much, worked too late or too much, pigged out on party food and business lunches and feeling as though you haven’t slept well in days, you need a quick fix! 

I've put together some of my top tips! Use the url below to read the full article:

http://amandarussellworkouts.com/categories/fitness-tips/quick-fix-energy-boosters

To Breakast or not to Breakfast? 1 Bagel = 14 Eggwhites!

Although this is not 'new news', I read an interesting article today which reminded me of this fact, and I think with spring having arrived and bathing suit season around the corner, we can all learn or be reminded of a great metabolism and energy boosting tip!

Fact: Research has shown that your body burns roughly 40 more calories per meal if your meal is high in protein rather than high in carbohydrates or fat. Studies also show that people who ate high protein meals for breakfast were likely to eat less throughout the day.

Breakfast eaters tend to be slimmer people who maintain successful weightloss than those who skip breakfast.

Why? While carbs tend to make blood sugar levels to spike, high protien foods cause a gradual and consistent increase in blood sugar. The slower your blood sugar rises, the less insulin your pancreas needs to secrete to clear out the blood sugar, and insulin triggers feelings of hunger and fat storage. THIS is why you feel hunger not long after eating a bagel.

Consider This: A bagel contains roughly 400 calories (not including what you top it with), for this caloric content you could eat roughly 14 egg whites, and with the egg whites, you will feel satisfied for hours! So go ahead and try that eggwhite omelette!

My recommendation: Always start with a good, high protein breakfast. While skipping this meal may seem like a good headstart to consuming less calories, this will work against you. Breakfast supercharges your metabolism for the day and makes you less likely to overeat at other times throughout the day.

So start your day off right, jumpstart your metabolism and feel energized with a high protein breakfast!

Too Tired To Exercise???

One of my biggest pet peeves is when I hear the phrase, " I'm too tired to workout".

"Too Tired" is not an excuse to skip your workout.
Rather than ditching your workout altogether and letting your fatigue feed on itself: alter the type of exercise you do or the amount of time you spend doing it.


I strongly believe that just a 15, 20, or 30+ minute workout, can turn a day that is lacking in drive, motivation and energy into one that is positively reinforcing and bursting with energy and excitement at the possibility of it all.

Just this short burst will not only blast calories, it will boost your metabloism and do wonders for your mood and confidence. And if you think it will interrupt your work, take into account that studies have shown that physical exertion will actually help stimulate brain activity and relieve stress.

So go ahead, step away from your desk or the TV for a bit and rejuvenate your body and your mind!

Hi Everybody,

After several months in the making, I have finally managed to get my website up and running! There are still additions to be made and features to be added, but it is all set for the most part. There is even a forum for you, to make posting easier and connect with others!
I hope you stop by and hopefully join. It's totally free!!

I hope you enjoy my site and get everything out of it that I hope for. If you have any questions, ideas or thoughts, please contact me, or post on the forum. I will be staying on top of checking it and getting back to everyone. However, if it does take me a day or two, please forgive. I am also busy with full time grad school and working on the creation and production of workout videos (big things to come!), so sometimes it slips me, but I will do my best.

Also, for all of you business owners out there, there is a tab for 'Advertising' - if you would like to reach the fit and healthy market that hits my website, please email me about advertising. I am happy to discuss.

www.amandarussellworkouts.com

Enjoy!!

Amanda

Website Soon!!

I have been busy at work to stay true to my resolution to launch a website for everyone that is easier to navigate and provide much more information and tools. 

5 Months in the making! Please stay tuned for the best new fitness website!

I hope you enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed creating it. I look forward to connecting with you.

Amanda