A belief is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. And when we commonly hear people talking about beliefs, they are thoughts repeated, right? We’ve all heard that before or read it on a coffee mug or Pinterest board. And it’s true. If you think you’re a smart, hard-working, good person – and then repeat that thought over and over – then you’re going to face the world with a positive attitude about yourself. Unfortunately, it also works the other way

We see so many people get frustrated with their healthy living plans. They try to eat right and exercise for a little while. But then they give up when they don’t quickly, magically become what they want to be – thinner, stronger, etc. So, let us tell you: Transformation is not an event. It is a PROCESS. And that process is comprised of countless decisions and choices you make over time. They build on each other, bringing small changes that then manifest into the bigger res

Coach Heather Binns’s here… Look – I get summer can be hectic. Kids are out of school. Family events fill up your calendar. And you’ve still gotta get to work and manage all your other priorities. It’s hard to find time for yourself, isn’t it? But you’ve gotta do it – for yourself and for everyone around you. Remember that you can’t help anybody else if you’re wiped out from exhaustion or stress. And besides, you deserve to enjoy the summer as much as anyone! Schedule time fo

We are all part of nature just like the flowers, the birds and the oceans. It’s easy to forget that sometimes, but it’s true. And summertime can help us sync back into that innate power and energy as an endless resource for healthy living. Science verifies that merely being outside more lets nature improve our bodies, minds and spirits. So, get out there and know that you’re doing something smart for yourself every time you step outside. Soak up the sun and fresh air and let

Here’s more material for your file marked: “Do This To Feel Better.” You might not realize that, like everything else in our bodies, hormones can be disrupted by a range of factors, including lifestyle choices or habits. So, if you’re trying to eat right and maintain a healthy weight, you should keep these in mind, and talk to your doctor if you have any concerns. Nutrition. A balanced diet keeps our guts operating ideally; putting too much stress on our digestive system can

Hormones can play crazy games with our emotions, brains, and bodies, right? We’ve all experienced that plenty of times. But from those first confusing flashes of adolescence, do you really know what your hormones are -- and why they’re important to your health and wellbeing throughout your life? Hormones are about way more than just sex, and they’re nothing to be afraid of or embarrassed about. We’re also talking about weight gain, sleep, emotions, concentration and more. Le

Coach Heather Binns’s here… One year ago today, I had surgery to fix a labral tear in my right hip. I’ve been an athlete almost all my life, so some wear & tear was inevitable. However, only since I began coaching my clients back in 2006, did I pay close attention to proper form. Anyone who has attended any fitness coaching sessions at Renov8 Fitness knows I am a stickler for form. It is what will help you get the most out of your exercise and prevent injury. Now that I am on

Coach Heather Binns’s here… There’s nothing as attractive as confidence. Not being at your goal weight. Not the perfect haircut. Not wearing THAT swimsuit. It doesn’t matter what your gender is. It doesn’t matter what your age is. It is simply a universal truth that when you believe in yourself, you exude all the right feels, and everyone can see it. So, as summer arrives and layers of clothing come off, don’t obsess too critically about how your body looks poolside. I know t

You are so amazing and powerful. Do you realize that? It’s true. You can do anything you set your mind to. YOU, the person reading this right now – not just the general, royal “you.” We sincerely believe this: You can create the life you want You can be healthy, loved and hopeful You deserve every success And you can get it! It will take planning, dedication, and sacrifice – but if you want it bad enough, then everything you desire is readily available to you. You might have

You might want approval. You might need role models. But remember this, as Carl Jung once said, “Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.” That has been more than true in my own development over the last few years. Especially over the last couple of months. We’ve come to realize that we need to look deeper within ourselves for our motivation, our desires, our direction, and more. To properly

We can all say we’d like to make certain changes in our lives. But change is hard sometimes. It’s one thing to say you want transformation, but another to actually make it happen. Really bringing about change requires investments that most people are simply unwilling to make. It takes time, money and energy to transform any area of your life. Simply put, it doesn’t come easy. But here’s the way to look at it: As an INVESTMENT. Yep, every time you take a right action to reach

We believe you can do whatever you set your mind to do. If you want to learn a new skill, change careers, or start exercising and eating right, you can! Starting today, no matter what your experiences have been :) At least once a week, we talk to someone who tells us they can’t start exercising or eating right because they’ve tried in the past and always failed. We get it. We understand that it’s hard to try again after stumbling once, twice, or even several times. But we’ve

What do Morgan Freeman, Julia Child, and Stan Lee have in common? The actor, chef, and writer didn’t find their calling or achieve success until later in life. And they’re not alone. The history books are full of people who found their calling in their 40s, 50s, 60s or later. So, reflect on who you would like to become if you could do it all over again. And remember – you can still choose to be that now . Life throws us some curves and takes us down different paths. Some peo

Want to know a secret about fitness? You don’t have to do all your exercise in a gym. It’s true! The fact is this: We can easily get more movement throughout the day just by making little adjustments to our actions. These shorter bursts of activity count toward our daily goals of staying in motion, whether they’re about steps, calories, or any other measure. Here are some of the simplest ways to do it. Start the day with a few light stretches. Always park at the far end of lo

Do You Follow Through On Everything? Do you always do EVERYTHING you say you’ll do regarding your health? Every meal, every workout? Or are you – you know – HUMAN? Coach Heather Binns's here... I’m one of those imperfect people who sometimes manages to workout when I plan to, eat what I’m supposed to, visit my doctor regularly, and go to sleep on time. But every time? Come on. Nobody does that. And what would life be like if everybody did everything they said they’d do

Since spring is all about renewal and celebrating life, let’s take a cue from nature and refresh our commitment to healthy living. It’s just part of the smart, steady reassessment you should be doing throughout the year, but with the extra inspiration of every blooming flower you see this season. So, first, look back. Remember your “why,” or your primary motivation. Why did you want to take better care of yourself? If that’s still on the table, then keep using it. If it’s no

Oh, yay. It’s time for spring cleaning. And who doesn’t love clearing out closets and washing the baseboards? Seriously, though, “spring cleaning” is a great metaphor for healthy habits – and besides, have you ever wondered where the phrase came from? Some historians say it dates back to the ancient Jewish practice of thoroughly cleansing the home in anticipation of Passover. Closer to modern times but before vacuum cleaners, people waited till it was warm enough to open the

When you want something, do you search for reasons you can’t have it? Or do you look for reasons you’ll get it? If you start a new project, are you secretly searching for an excuse to fail? Or for support to help you win? Either way, the result is the same: If you seek it, you will find it. Try it the next time you set a goal. For example, like getting in your workout today. Will you do it? You could search for an excuse to NOT exercise, and quickly find any number of them: T

Have you heard the expression, “Fake it till you make it” and wondered what that meant? It’s simple (and super-helpful). It just means that you need to do the right thing for yourself, whether you feel like it or not. When we’re talking about making healthy choices, you can’t always wait until you’re “motivated” or you might be waiting a very long time. Novelists don’t wait till they’re “motivated” or inspired. They get up and write every day. Olympic athletes train every day

Coach Heather Binns’s here… I have a friend who always used to say, “Why does everything bad happen to me?” It got so tiresome to hear, and I finally told her that she needed to rearrange the way she was looking at things. First, negative things happen to everyone…it’s the human experience. Second, and most importantly, we can often control what happens by controlling what we think about. As Gandhi said, and I’m paraphrasing: Thoughts become words Words become actions Actions