I’m home from a camping trip, and I spent hours and hours paddling on the lake. Rude to wake up at home with no more paddles in my future! I wish my favorite form of exercise was more accessible!

Happy Monday! How is everyone feeling going into the final week? Did you have an awesome weekend? Are you ready to take control over this week and claim victory?

As we head into these last few days, be kind to yourself and be proud of your decision to make your health a priority.

A few tips for these final days:

-No drastic changes
-Keep moving
-Drink your water
-Get enough sleep
-Limit salt
-Find your joy

Whether you're crushing your goal or struggling a bit, please keep in mind that PROGRESS is the real win. Any changes you can say you've noticed since the game started - that's what you should focus on. What have you learned about yourself? What little victories have you accomplished? It's not all about the scale (yes, the game is determined by the little numbers by your feet, but they don't determine your worth, your happiness, or what you're capable of).

Dig deep and don’t give up this week! Make it your final push, but also look at how far you've come!

I’ve been plateaued for a week, but my food and activity habits have been pretty consistent, and it really looks like I should be in a calorie deficit. (Breakthrough coming maybe??) I am prepping to leave for 5 days of camping next to Lake Tahoe, and while I am excited for all the family time and paddle boarding and hiking in my favorite spots…. I have no idea what effect this will have on my health goals. Bears are extremely active there, so rules are tight on how food is stored, so I will probably snack less. But I might also overeat because there’s zero time to listen to hunger cues: you just pick a time, prep a meal for the family, and we all have to eat it immediately or trash it, and then clean up/lock up everything instantly to avoid fines and bear risk. It’s a weird way to live, but a beautiful place, and I have needed this quiet time with the family. Hoping I can just CHILL OUT, and it will all work out. (Pic from a prior trip there)

It’s Workout Wednesday! How are you staying active today?

Walk, run, dance, do yoga, lift weights, workout with a friend, walk your dog… whatever movement you choose, just make sure you get up and get moving today!

Members, don't forget to submit your Progress weigh-in for extra accountability and to be entered into the weekly prize drawing!

It’s a beautiful morning - think a hike or 2 is happening later ??

Happy 4th to those who are celebrating!

What’s your go-to dish when you need to bring something to an event? I feel like you can never go wrong with fruit salad in the summertime!

Enjoy the weekend!