January 2012 Thrive Challenge

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Comment by Jeanne Bunch on January 9, 2012 at 12:40pm

What really keeps me motivated is keeping up with the research and DVD's on health. I just watched "Forks over Knives" for the 2nd time, and tonight will watch "Should I Eat That" by Jeff Novick - I hear it is amazing and mind boggling. I am also reading "The Omega-3 Connection" by Andrew L. Stoll, M. D.  These are the thing I do that keep me eating right, and motivated to NEVER stop. It also enables me to share the truth with others and encourage them on their journey - and that is motivating too! 

Comment by keddens on January 9, 2012 at 12:07pm

Like others, my motivation is how I feel, and the desire to be healthy. I have Celiac disease, and was astounded by the improvement in how I felt after changing to a gluten-free diet. After several years of feeling better, but not great, I experimented with other changes in my diet. Eliminating dairy several years ago freed me from acne, digestive issues, and sluggishness. Eliminating refined sugars freed me from cravings, mood swings, and crashes in energy. The more I feel better, the better I want to feel! I've recently returned to veganism and a focus on whole foods and being a nutritarian, and I'm feeling awesome. I box three days a week, and hope to have my first fight in the summer. My goal is to lose weight and be set in my vegan, active regimen before having another baby. My last pregnancy was hard because I was overweight, craving meat and bread and my body just HURT. I don't want to hurt anymore. I want to THRIVE!

Comment by Heather Turco Blackmon on January 9, 2012 at 11:37am

I'm motivated by setting challenging goals - things that seem just out of reach, so that I have enough fear to get out and train. Last year that was my first Ironman. This year it's my first 50K - my first BIG race as a plant-based athlete. I'm jumping right in with the 50K scheduled on February 4th!!

Comment by jessica on January 9, 2012 at 11:15am

I'm motivated by the changes that I've been going through...physically, emotionally and mentally. I feel a 100x better since going vegan and incorporating serious exercise into my life.  As my relatives are aging it's becoming more real that we're nearing the time time when I will need to start taking care of some of them and I want to be in top shape for that one!!

Comment by R White on January 9, 2012 at 10:19am

Truth motivates me so I read alot and try to find answers to questions I have.  Knowing that I'm eating in a way that matches how biological and ecological systems were designed to function and that I'm fueling my body with the most nutrient dense foods that I have access to is also motivating.  Results are also motivating, seeing my energy increase, my skin tone clearer, my sleep patterns improve, and my weight more easily regulated with fat loss being a part of it (in other words, the mirror).

Comment by Sail on January 9, 2012 at 10:12am

I'm a lifelong vegetarian, and flirt with veganism regularly, so I've always considered myself pretty healthy nutritionally. That said, I'm only 29 and already have high cholesterol and minor heart issues. Naturally high cholesterol seems to run in my family. My grandmother and uncle have both been vegetarian for the last 30+ years, with my uncle being vegan for the last 20ish. They've also both had heart attacks in the last couple years. Their doctors credit their healthy diets for their survival. My uncle's recent heart attack forced me to recognize that I'm a total junk food vegetarian and need to clean my act up now if I want to be healthy (and alive!) in my fifties and beyond. That's what motivates me: my will to live a long, healthy life! :)

Comment by Thomi on January 9, 2012 at 9:08am

I'm motivated by wanting to gain energy and feel better. I always feel much better and more energetic after working out. It gives me confidence.

Comment by Ana Cardia on January 9, 2012 at 9:00am

My main motivation is feeling good and my 9 year old son. Eating healthy and exercising is what makes me feel good, what makes me keep going and being a great mom for my son as well as I can. He is MY LIFE, and we all know that a happy mom = a happy kid, right?! Setting reasonable goals, staying active, eating real whole foods, is all the best I can do for me, my son, my family. And the best way to teach kids is by example, so there is no other way to show my kid how much healthy foods and exercise will do you good than doing it myself!

Comment by Brianna Goodwin on January 9, 2012 at 8:10am

I am motivated by setting and acheiving personal goals. It amazes me how far I've come even over the past 6 months. My body looks and feels great and I am amazed at how I continue to perform so well. Only 3 months 'til the Boston Marathon and I know I'll be ready!

Comment by Noelle Harper on January 9, 2012 at 6:25am

If I'm having a particularly tough time motivating myself, I envision the athlete that I want to be and that motivates me to push harder in work outs and fuel and recover properly in order to get closer to my goal.

Comment by Beth on January 9, 2012 at 4:44am

I am a mom of 3 boys and they definitely motivate me, but I also study Martial Arts and my Sensei truly motivates me to be stronger and emotionally and physically better and sound, I try to surround myself with people who are good for me and that alone motivates me

Comment by Edie Marshall on January 8, 2012 at 10:28pm

I am motivated by the positive changes I've seen in my own body, health and mindset since becoming vegan and active (after being a sedentary junk food addict for the majority of my life.)  I am motivated by the fact I turn 39 this year, and I would love to be slim and physically fit by the time I reach 40.  It's a very achievable goal, as I'm only about 50-60 pounds away from that point.  I'd like to be in great shape for the last half of my life, since I squandered the first half.  I'm also motivated by my boyfriend, as he is in good shape and loves outdoor activities, and that inspires me to stay in shape so we can enjoy the outside world together.

Comment by mary whitmore on January 8, 2012 at 6:07pm

I am 49.  I have been a vegetarian for a couple of years, and have enjoyed both the physical and emotional benefits of avoiding meat.  I was recently diagnosed with a life and energy stealing amoeba that thrives in a lipid based environment.  Since then, I have been eating a very low fat whole food,  plant only based diet.  It was difficult to give up  cheese and peanutbutter! I am trying to excersize more.  I enjoy hiking, swimming , and biking.  I live in Arizona.  So, am able to participate in these activities pretty much year round.   My illness prevents me from doing as much as I'd like some days.   The diet has helped alot!   I've gained knowledge and insight from reading your  Thrive in Thirty messages.  I look forward to recieving more. 

Comment by Pauline on January 8, 2012 at 3:09pm

I am 48 years old and have been coaching young women from 10 years old to 18 yrs old in a variety of sports  The teenagers come to me for a lot of advice and so many of them will say I want to look just like you or how do you stay in such good shape.

They motivate me to stay healthy and to stay in shape; I can't let them down. I want to be a good role model in all aspects of my life.

Teaching in a public school and coaching puts me around a lot of roaming germs but I seem to stay healthy through it all. I have to give credit to Vega's Optimum Health performance shake. I haven't gotten sick since I started drinking it daily and I have stayed injury free (I train for triathlons during the summer) and do a variety cross-training during the winter.

Pauline Webb (Maine)

Comment by Adrienne Anderson on January 8, 2012 at 9:32am

After the death of a daughter, mother, and a husband that betrayed me shortly following I put my three girls needs ahead of mine and went from a fit & confident woman to a women whose muscles went to mush from putting myself on the "back burner". Now I am re-balanced with a great fiance who loves me and three happy girls who honor the fact that mom's health comes first =).

Comment by Richard Bird on January 8, 2012 at 9:27am

First of all, I tend to be competitive so if I sign up for a race, I intend to do well in it. Even though I am getting older, I still expect to improve my speed.

Now, I know that I have to eat right, sleep enough, and follow my training plan to achieve my best performance.

So here's the trick. On days when I am feeling particularly optimistic and motivated, I register for a challenging race. Once committed to a race, I am motivated to do all the other things because of my expectations of improving on my personal best. Each time, I feel like sleeping in or skipping a training run, I think about that upcoming race and get up and get going.

Comment by BethanyF on January 7, 2012 at 6:23pm

My motivation comes from having a healthier life. I currently am about 30 pounds overweight for my height, and I feel disguised about it. Also, I was diagnosed with IBS four years ago plus I have very low vitamin D, which causes muscle aches and depression for me. I now want to take charge of my life and become fit, toned and healthy. Did I mention I am only 25? Plus, I have done a few 5Ks, but I always felt crappy afterward and that I didn't do my best. I think taking off the weight will help.

Comment by joan on January 7, 2012 at 4:37pm

Active friends and family are a big motivator.  When the people around you encourage healthy heabits, it's easier to stick with them.

Comment by Shannon Lagasse on January 7, 2012 at 3:36pm

I think motivation really depends on what you what to be motivated to change. It can be different for different goals. I have a lot of inner drive to do whatever it takes to live my best life possible, something that's apparently not as common as I was led to believe.

What motivates me towards my health goals and eating raw foods is my desire to have the best life possible. I know that raw foods gives me the energy and mental capacity to do whatever I want to. Knowing that helps keep me heading towards my goal.

Comment by Cheryl on January 7, 2012 at 2:54pm

My motivation comes primarily from within but is amplified by others! I'm motivated by new challenges, opportunities to learn new things, visit new places, or meet new people. I like to mix it up to keep it interesting and to keep myself humble. There's nothing quite like the difficulty of tackling a new skill, failing, and keeping at it. It also helps keep me sympathetic to my teenage son. Teenagers definitely avoid activities that they might not be good at fearing failure and embarrassment. I've had some embarrassing moments but it hasn't killed me yet!

I'm also motivated to stay fit and healthy so I can continue to travel and be active at the things I love to do. I so frequently see people who struggle to do things I don't give a 2nd thought to - climbing stairs, carrying groceries or baggage, or simply walking fast!

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