Positively Active!: January 2016

Thursday, January 21, 2016

KONA IRONMAN, my dream come true!

I am 30 weeks away from the Lake Placid IM. I just received an updated email from the MMRF team regarding the goal set that would not only raise money for Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation – MMRF Endurance Events but that could help me reach my dream of participating in the KONA IRONMAN!!!!!!!!! $30,000 US. Yes, I thought the same thing. YIKES! But I'm determined and will do all that I can to raise money while involving other people to be active too! I just started a Positively Active Strength Training and Stretching Class every Monday evening and will be hosting a "Winter Trekking and Boot camp" class shortly" to help raise money in honor of my Dad while engaging people to stay fit and have fun while doing so. You can help by contributing any amount that your heart desires (just click on the link below) and by staying active yourself.

support.themmrf.org/goto/donnafoster

Thank you!

Stay active and anything is possible!
Donna

Tuesday, January 19, 2016

IRONMAN Training!

I am now in week #3 of my Lake Placid IM training. As a recap, here are my training goals for the month of January.

Nutrition: Continue my cleanse that entails no alcohol, no caffeine, no dairy products, no processed

sugars, and wild fish only. (no meat)

Fitness: Focus on developing a strong base by incorporating a minimum of 30 minutes of strength

training, 3 times per week

Target my weaker sport to develop more strength. i.e. bike for a minimum of 30 minutes, 2

times per week

Start to increase my cardio by running 3 times per week for a minimum of 30 minutes

Incorporate yoga 2-3 times per week to improve core strength, balance and flexibility

Walk to and from my yoga studio to increase mental strength and adaptability to various

weather conditions. (5km total in distance)

Meditate every day for a minimum of 5 minutes

Visualize a segment of the race for 20 minutes, once a week

So far I have met most of my goals! My biggest challenge has been to meditate and visualize consistently. It is truly amazing how time flies by and how busy our lives are and how many distractions we are faced with daily. However, meditating for 5 minutes should not be challenging. I brush my teeth every day, so why can I not take 5 minutes to re-connect my mind and body? The physical and mental benefits are way more important than sending that one last email, or taking a call that can wait a few more minutes. Therefore, my plan this week is to be more disciplined and commit to 5 minutes of meditation, no matter what time of the day. Namaste!

Stay active and anything is possible!

Donna

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

A millionaire is made 10 bucks at a time

I am now in week 2 of my January nutrition program. So far it's been relatively good and I feel great! I recovered quickly from the mild headaches from eliminating caffeine and I'm now used to drinking more water with lemon, a variety of herbal teas and the occasional mineral water in place of alcohol. But more importantly, my addiction to sweets have lessened! I had no idea that I could and would actually start to crave an apple instead of dark chocolate or fresh figs instead of cookies. I feel empowered and more motivated to continue.

But I am also motivated to continue for another reason. My husband recently sent me a very interesting article called " A millionaire is made 10 bucks at a time." At first, I had no idea why he had sent me this article. But as I read it, I began to relate the article to my "new nutrition program."

By eating more consciously and healthy, we are both making our own lunches and cooking dinner at home, even on the weekends. As a result, we are both saving LOADS of money.

We are also saving loads of money by eliminating alcohol. No longer are we taking turns going to the SAQ to pick up a bottle (or two) of our favorite Saki and/or wine. And since I gave up caffeine, I am no longer lounging around in my favorite coffee shop sipping my usual cup of cappuccino. As a result, we are saving EVEN MORE money.

So every time I pass by our local restaurants, or think about buying lunch instead of making it at home, or crave sitting in my coffee shop with a good book and cappuccino, I think about the 10 bucks (and sometimes more) I just saved and how much closer I am to becoming a millionaire!!!!!!

http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2011/08/01/a-millionaire-is-made-ten-bucks-at-a-time/

Stay active and anything is possible!
Donna

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

IRONMAN TRAINING HAS BEGUN!!!!!

Lake Placid, Sunday, July 24th, 2016. That is the day I will be taking on my 3rd Full IRONMAN. As some of you may know, I originally made the decision to wait one year before doing another IRONMAN. But I was itching to do another one (yes, I know that sounds crazy to want to do a sport for over 12 consistent hours!) and this time I am determined to make it to KONA!!!!! By registering with and raising enough funds for the amazing MMRF (Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation) I have a chance to earn a bib for the mother of all IRONMANS, KONA!!!!

http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/news/ironman-world-championship.aspx#axzz3wUQ3ZKFR

As I embark on my journey to Lake Placid, starting tomorrow, I will be posting my training on a weekly basis. I will also share with you my nutrition plan and all the ups and downs that come with training for an endurance sport.

I hope you will enjoy hearing about my journey and maybe you'll be inspired to do portions of the training on your own and/or apply some of my nutrition tips for yourself! You can also help fulfill my dream to participate in the KONA IRONMAN by donating whatever amount your heart desires to my fund raising page. Every little bit counts, not just for me, but for MMRF and cancer patients in both the US and Canada!

http://support.themmrf.org/site/TR/EnduranceEvents/EnduranceEvents?px=1769450&pg=personal&fr_id=2120

Stay active and anything is possible!
Donna

21 DAY NUTRITION TRANSFORMATION SPECIAL!

Happy New Year everyone! It's hard to believe we are already on day 6 of 2016! Some of you may have already started your new year's resolutions and some of you may still be thinking about what your resolutions will be this year. Then there are some of you who skipped the new year resolution concept all together. Whatever the case, it's always important to focus on your health and well being. Why? Think of all the endless possibilities you can accomplish when your mind and body are healthy, fit and happy! But more importantly, how many people (family, friends, colleagues and even strangers!) you can impact by being healthy and fit. That is why I want to help inspire people to be more HEALTH CONSCIOUS. Not just as a new years resolution, but as a lifestyle. So I am offering a special to help start your new year with a customized 21 Day Nutrition Transformation Program that combines nutrition, fitness and visualization. Get started today for a more HEALTH CONSCIOUS YOU!

The goal of this program is to help each client learn how to make healthier food choices, develop a better relationship with food and learn how to make easy healthy recipes to maintain an active lifestyle. The program provides recipes of balanced meals with the right amount of healthy proteins, fats and carbohydrates, eating whole foods such as fruits and vegetables (raw and lightly cooked), incorporating alkalizing juices, protein packed smoothies and lean and organic meat and/or fish. The program also includes:

Running and Powerwalking!