Couch to Active

Here's our top ten exercise motivation tips from the podcast in July 2020. https://www.couchtoactive.com/podcast   Mentioned in this episode: - Minimum Exercise Recommendations - CDC - Bathroom Scales - Couch to 5K (C25K) - HIIT - High Intensity Interval Training - Multiple Options for Exercise and Fitness - How to start enjoying exercise. - How to quit dreading or hating exercise - Making exercis...

The fitness industry is making radical changes to survive in the COVID-19 era. Learn what these will likely be and how you can make the most of it. https://www.couchtoactive.com/podcast  

For our August 2020 Planning: 1. Identify barriers to exercise and make a plan. 2. Write down one exercise goal for August. 3. Write down one food goal for August. We will be revisiting these throughout the month of August. https://www.couchtoactive.com/podcast  

Back after a week long break. Lyn announces adding fitness nutrition to her services. https://www.couchtoactive.com  

As you make your weekend exercise plans be sure you do no harm. Do no harm to your body, your mental health, or the health of your community. This truly is a unique time in our world. Hugs to you all! https://www.couchtoactive.com/podcast Mentioned in this episode. Do no harm. Mental Health Physical Health Community Health

Learn the basics of what the Couch to 5K program is (Different from our Couch to Active). https://www.couchtoactive.com Mentioned in this episode. Couch 2 5K C25K Couch to 5K Running Injuries Running Programs Injury Free

Dreading exercise is not a way to live. Here's how to get on the other side of dread. https://www.couchtoactive.com Mentioned in this exercise Exercise dread Exercise motivation Couch to 5K Jogging Kayaking with a friend Impossible to flake Do what you love Digging glass out of my foot.

Use the minimum exercise recommendations to dial in where you are at today compared to where you would like to be for exercise. https://www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Minimum exercise recommendations globally. CDC recommendations Free PDF of COUCH to ACTIVE to help you figure this out.

One more trick for owning your exercise decisions and not letting others in your life become a naysayer. www.couchtoactive.com  

Having multiple exercise options always at hand is a great tool that will help keep your momentum and motivation rolling. www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode Walking, jogging, running. Foot injury. Options to exercise. Exercise mindset.

Your ability to coach yourself is stronger than you may realize. Practice with this broken-foot scenario. https://www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode Self coaching Exercise motivation Listening to yourself  

Make your own decision on the bathroom scale and recognize internalized fat shaming. https://www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Invention of Bathroom Scales 1920 Marketing of Scales to women. Insurance Companies using weight. Medical Journal Article by Lauren Vogel https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6565398/ Lauren Vogel article quotes: The more people are exposed to weig...

If you've thought about trying a kayak or canoe, this will get yo pointed in the right direction to help ensure you have an enjoyable time. https://www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Kayaking Wearing life jackets Going sober Glassy water Kayaking in a bay Kayaking with a guide

What does HIIT stand for and what does it have to do with my fastest path to fitness? Plus, Lyn reveals what she nicknamed her shoes! www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. HIIT High Intensity Interval Training Injury Free Lyn reveals what she nicknamed her shoes!

Yet another unusual fitness motivation tip for the reluctant exerciser. www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Making exercise help you smile. Nickname your shoes. Burt and Earnie Sony and Cher Tom and Gerry Romeo and Juliet Cheech and Chong Thelma and Louise Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum Bonnie and Clyde Shake and Bake Lucy and Ethel Beavis and Butthead Yogi and Boo Boo Mr and Mrs Potat...

Couch potatoes unite! It's not an oxymoron to be a couch potato with an active lifestyle. www.couchtoactive.com  

Level up your exercise routine by asking for help. In this episode you'll learn exactly how to ask for the help of others. www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Asking for help. Being specific. Don't expect friends to read your mind. Use the words, "I need your help." Share your struggle.

Last weekend exercise was easy. The only thing I had to do was to go with the flow. Let me teach you how. www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Making exercise easy. Holiday planning and exercise. Walking on a sand bar. Yoga with friends.

I've enjoyed adding this daily practice to my routine and am grateful for my friend who inspired me do this. www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Troutdale Oregon Nature Walks Weddings Active Lifestyle Using less grit and self-discipline

Tomorrow is the 4th of July. Today is your opportunity to start your new active lifestyle July 4th. www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this Episode July 4th Mud flats Kayaking Planning Ahead Success

Find out what happened when Lyn feared she was about to come in last place at an Olympic Triathlon Relay. https://www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Olympic Triathlons Blue Lake Park, Troutdale, Oregon. Portland, Oregon Hawaii Ironman Qualifier Seattle to Portland

It's time to set yourself up for a successful July. Here's three tasks I want you to do today. https://www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode: Planning for success Barriers to exercise Checking in on your physical and mental health Making your monthly exercise plans Making your monthly chronic illness secondary plans. Compassion is key!

Lyn quickly covers the top tips from the June episodes of the Couch to Active podcast. Mentioned in this episode: Barre Our mental health Afraid of looking stupid Your opinions matter What do you want Ben Hardy, Personality Isn't Permanent Three back exercises on your bed Sneaky shoulder squeeze Silent but deadly Stephanie Lueras - Couch to IronMan

Part two of exercises you can do from your bed to help your back feel better. www.couchtoactive.com   Mentioned in this episode. Back exercises Pain relief Exercise from your bed Part one of these exercises  

There is so much going on in our world that I wanted to pause and have a campfire chat with you. In this special episode I take a look at current events and talk about a few actions I have taken to help me trudge through it all. https://www.couchtoactive.com