"Healthy Haole"

Everyday is a Journey...

2014-07-30T08:51:00.000-07:00

Everyday is a journey ... we all are trying to accomplish things in our lives.. trying to get somewhere ... trying to be someone .... look like someone ... trying to "be" someone... Who are YOU trying to be??? I tried for years to figure out what I was going to be when I grew up... ???

Soo many choices.. so many decisions.. so many paths to chose... Like that old saying ... If I knew then what I know now statement .... yea... a definite loaded statement.. but I guess it all comes down to something I was told ... long ago... "If you want it bad enough... you'll do it!" You see NOTHING but our own self-talk and excuses stand in our way... We (including myself) when we get in a rut ... gotta stop makin excuses.... just get goin... STAY FOCUSED and DETERMINED... IT WILL HAPPEN...

Have a super great day!!! <3

Aloha & A Hui Hou...

2014-07-16T10:48:00.000-07:00

Don't give up... Never give up...

I've been struggling for the last few months.. and woke up this morning.. and read this... which verified ... what the company that I stand for really means to me .... "NEVER GIVE UP" ... is this year's theme for BeachBody... there is a reason... why I still keep coming BACK to BeachBody... and I want to live their great motto ... "Never Give Up"..

Summer vacation in North Carolina was waaay too short .. although the time was actually longer than I've spent in North Carolina .. in past years.. Its hard to believe that this time next year will be even more different than anything I've ever experienced.. lots of growing changes... for me and all of our family...

Talk about lots of work ahead.. for me..

My BeachBody business... not just another hobby .... It IS MY BUSINESS

.. that channels my desire as a Coach to encourage and truly support fitness, health and wellness ... helping others feel great and achieving their health and fitness goals as well.. but more importantly .. challenging them to change their lives as well and possibly encouraging them to create a business for themselves.. if that is what they desire... But thats just it.. BeachBody.... is a great health, wellness and fitness lifestyle.. but can open up new doors to a wonderful future in a business as well.

In the past..

I've always LET others stop.. discourage .. and change my mind for any stupid reasons ... I always tended to be the person to please others.. and do what OTHERS thought I should do....But more importantly, what I've learned about myself.. that its OK to go after WHAT I WANT... and if I put my mind to it ... I truly can accomplish ABSOLUTELY ANYTHING...

Being a "People Person" .. used to be a common saying.. years ago.. with those who were just beginning their careers.. but this is an absolutely true statement for me.. I really do enjoy helping others .. this is totally why I became a "Coach!!!"

I absolutely despise when people tend to put a limit on success just because of age... "You're too old... Act your age..." and the like .. I completely understand where people may have "used" to think this ... in years past.. but now in today's world .. "The sky is literally the limit!!!" However, it takes great drive, determination and desire for anyone to achieve a goal.. but I think "Believing in yourself" .. is sooo very important.. I had a super difficult time with this very thing growing up.. but after having found a great love and encourager, my Husband of 30 years, surely finally set me on my way.. Don't get me wrong, this new positive mindset didn't come about overnight.... . I'm still in the beginnings of a great transformation . I believe everyone is .. .. Lets face it, we ALL are transforming... and evolving.. everyday... making new goals, plans, discoveries ...victories and failures. Believing in yourself... is so very KEY... to anyone's success.. and a super important piece to the puzzle.

We all get into ruts... and disbelief... and doubt.. falling into old negative habits and self talk.. is soo easy .. if WE DONT STAY STRONG... This is why I chose to be a BeachBody Coach.. My BeachBody family keeps me encouraged... and shows me support.. so when this Coaching opportunity ... came up during a very down time in my life... I knew this is what I wanted to do.. Now... I have to take some of my OWN medicine... lol I've become slack and slid into old negative self talk.. and not believing that I could do this

So I've decided to recommit myself literally.

.. to take care of myself and like God requests us to do .. treat our body like a temple... Along with my own progress.. I am focusing .. on my business and start treating it as such. You know what they say.. if you treat your business as a hobby thats what it will be..

I know with my strong faith in God... that I can do this..

The sky is the limit you know!!!

Aloha & A Hui Hou!!!

2014-03-14T00:31:00.000-07:00

Hmmmm.... What an awesome theme affirmation for BeachBody 2014 this year "Never Give Up!!" ... I began this 21 Day Fix...

and like they say "nothing in life is easy"... I have had a few struggles... but now that the challenge over with... it has been quite positive.... I love the portion control... and the way we can share each others accomplishments and struggles.. oh yea awesome recipes too...

I find that the a really exciting and supportive thing we have together as BeachBody Coaches .. is one of our Three Vital Behaviors... is Personal Development.. its sooo keeey to help you through EVERYTHING.. There are so many negative things going on in this world.. and we can't let our negativity... or anyone else's get in our way... but more importantly... engage in positive reinforcement .. through Personal Development each and everyday... even if its a short time everyday... it truly makes a world of difference... trust me I've learned.. My first thing is to pray.. that I can be the best Wife, Mother, Friend, Encourager.. which kind of makes me a all the way around Coach!!! So praying and seeing what God's message is for me in the Bible.. each day.. gives me a great start..

trust me I've learned the hard way... then we as Coaches share our Personal Development reads with each other.. I've been carrying around this book for a couple of weeks now.. but the last few nights have really gotten into it... makes soooo much sense... Working with BeachBody.. I've learned soo much not just for the business.. but for my everyday life.. "All things work together for good... " is something that has gotten me through so many things in my life.. that and a strong faith in God...

Okay... lets be fit and be strong... enjoy your weekend...

Aloha & A Hui Hou...

2014-02-18T01:11:00.000-08:00

Started a new Challenge today... 21 Day Fix... Its really an exciting new program ... different 30 min workout everyday.. great motivation from the creator Autumn Calabrese... and boy .. if I could look like her.. someday here with consistency.. I'm ready to do the work..

I've spent alot of time rationalizing .. and not being really dedicated to my fitness goals.. and I'm ready to make this work.. I know with this eating plan, portion control..

and great support from my BeachBody friends.. I am totally on my way.. Strange as it may seem .. although I am breaking myself of some "bad" snacks.. I didnt finish all the foods.. and I do have to make sure I'm well hydrated.. as I didnt completely finish all my water either.. I did have two

Shakeology shakes tho.. I'm totally in love with the Greenberry flavor.. and havent even tapped into the tons of recipes that we all share.. online.. and throughout our BeachBody family.. The workout today.. was pretty intense.. to say the least.. Cardio Fix.. I was so glad to have my new best friend "Kat"there for certain modifications.. although I know it wont be long.. before I'll be totally keeping up with Autumn,

no problem... but I could have sworn .. I heard an ambulance.. right around the corner.. Lol!! Just wanted to express my thankfulness and gratitude for finding BeachBody.. and my awesome coach Kristi.. and of course all my new great friends I've found through finding this great company. You can really make this .. your own business.. and work it as much or as little.. as you like.. I decided to give BeachBody my all as I really needed to get back into shape.. and really love and care about others.. I truly enjoy helping them with their fitness, nutrition.. and overall health. I've learned so much about myself.. goals and know in my heart that this is the place I need to be.. with BeachBody there are no limitations.. only growth and endless potential..

So if you ever thought about making a difference in truly a special way like I have.. I'm right here..

Aloha & A Hui Hou..

2014-01-14T11:04:00.001-08:00

Wow .. another year gone by... time seems to be going quicker as I get older... some days I feel like 35 again... and others I feel more like 95..

I know its been awhile.. since I posted last.. about "consistency" .. I know I still need to work on this... and this New Year.. 2014 is all of our new CLEAN SLATE.. !!! I am happy to report .. I am still a BeachBody Coach and still learning everyday... good and bads ... about myself ... fitness and the business..

BeachBody is awesome!!!

No two ways about it!!! No matter where, how or why or how little I involve myself... with BeachBody.. I AM STILL LEARNING!!! EVERY SINGLE DAY.. !!! It is truly a "Helping people transform their lives.." business!!! It is totally worth engaging in the opportunity.. whether its just for yourself.. or to create a business.. truly helping others.!!!

I am on my way to creating a new exciting fitness career ... committed to help and guide anyone out there that is willing to take on the challenge. In this day and age.. there are sooo many wonderful opportunities for ANYONE AT ANY AGE.. to

"DECIDE, COMMIT, SUCCEED.."

Its our job to take advantage of this great opportunity... and dont let anyone .. tell you, you can't achieve success!!!

"Is there a reason........ ?"

2013-09-10T02:21:00.001-07:00

Does there seem to be a reason why you are where you are right now? Do you often wonder what you could have done differently that you might or could be in a better place?? Well, I've asked myself these questions .. time and time again.. and what I always end up with is
"CONSISTENCY"..

Thats right folks .. as much as I hate to admit it .. "Consistency is the KEY".. whether we like it our not .. the "sticktoitiveness" .. the creating of a routine .. the remaining true to your plan.. and without consistency.. well kids.. its really just not gonna work.. no matter how ya slice it ..

I wish there was a better, easier.. or just a plain more direct solution.. but you just cant make it any easier.. Its just black and white..CONSISTENCY.. so when you find yourself looking for the reason why maybe something might not be working.. just stick to your plan.. be diligent and BE CONSISTENT ..

A Hui Hou!!!

There's a journey ahead......

2013-09-04T16:56:00.000-07:00

Okay... so here goes.... I've decided to journal my way to fitness... or like in my title from "Fat..haha!!! I am the "Healthy Haole" which if your wonderin... "haole" in Hawaiian means white person or caucasian as opposed to our local folks here in Hawaii.. and I plan on journaling my journey to fabulous fitness...

Okay so things aren't really this BAD... but in my mind... looking at all the clothes I have that there is no way I can even put my leg in up to my knees... well let just say I can't continue on this way.... sooooo

As I continue my journey looking for interesting things to sink my teeth into that would recreate my health and fitness ..(seems like everything we do these days involve food or eating) I have prayed and searched for the best guidance for my fitness journey and developing a business where I can help others as well.. All my prayers seem to be answered .. "Diane, use whats in front of you!" soo am recreating myself through the company I have had in my mind all along.. BeachBody... and its been in right in front of me for quite sometime!... There are so many things to explore here..!!! Personally, I've really never had a problem with my weight... till about 7 years ago... and then I finally and really gave up.. :( Its really frustrating getting older and seeing your body literally change before your eyes...) but I know I can do this and finally feel excited to try clothes on and not develop and immediate rash when I open my bathing suit drawer..

So back to BeachBody... we also have a great product called Shakeology . Shakeology is a vitamin/protein drink that you drink each day as either a meal replacement or as a snack... but you should have it once a day. There are four great flavors... Chocolate, Greenberry, Tropical Strawberry (vegan) and new Vanilla!! .. the weird thing is that I really like the Greenberry best!!.. and if you don't look at it like a HAVE TO kind of thing and let it become a part of your daily routine.. you'll be AMAZED at your results... !!

I also have indulged in their Yoga Booty Ballet, Tai Cheng and last but not least HipHop Abs.. Shaun T... well lets just say he makes the workout quick!!

I have always been involved with dance, martial arts, and yoga and really enjoy these workouts..!!! So much fun!!

My biggest obstacle has ALWAYS been self discipline.. I guess since I really never had to worry about "staying fit" .. all my normal activities kept me in great shape.. now I must get back into a really healthy way of life... and thats really the truth. It really has to be a WAY OF LIFE... and a change in your lifestyle. I think that this is the most difficult concept to grasp.

I have a really great friend that ALWAYS encourages me... and gives me pep talks, positive texts with ways to add exercise to my daily life. I am so grateful to her for her continued positive influence in my life... She is a true testimony to discipline and health... even after having twins... and looking like she just had a big meal when she was ready to deliver. !! She never wavers .. and always stays on her path!! I am secretly jealous... but so glad she and I have become great friends... I love you LT!!! You're the best..

So stay tuned ... for more insights and ideas on my journey to fitness and wellness... I'll be here to keep you posted... thanks for listening..

Oh yea....

I invite you to click on my website listed above and check things out for yourself... believe me it really can't hurt!!!

Aloha & A Hui Hou....

2013-08-24T09:09:00.000-07:00

I thought for a very long time.... that I just had dreams and goals in my mind and thought about them alot .. but thats where it ended.. IN MY HEAD... Like I mentioned before.. I researched and investigated for a very long time before I finally found my where I needed to be. For the first time in a very long time .. I've finally believe that my life can have meaning and purpose and its COMPLETELY POSSIBLE!!! I've only been active for less than a week.. but have already learned so many things about myself, met so many people that have also made great changes in their lives.. and helped others to do the same. I'm excited for new and exciting things and I'm ready to help others find their purpose too!!

Aloha & A Hui Hou!!

2013-08-16T11:43:00.001-07:00

Ok soo ... it took me awhile... but I'm back... and I'm done with kidding myself and rationalizing... I've literally tried sooo many different things.. from diet pills, diet teas, potions, lotions, wraps .. you name it.. I've tried it.. Who am I kidding REALLY?? There's just no two ways about this ... I've rationalized, dramatized, criticized, and even tried hypnotizing!! Its just so PLAIN AND SIMPLE.. and I've been making things soo complicated... I have no idea what I was trying to find, how to get my mind, body and soul back... other than the easy way out.. well friends... THERE IS NO SUCH THING...

I JUST HAVE TO DO THE WORK...
DECIDE, COMMIT, SUCCEED...
So.. if you've been feeling in a rut, need encouragement, motivation, determination... come join me in my journey.. a journey that you wont regret..

Alo)(a... and A Hui Hou...

Always somethin new!!!

2013-05-03T15:19:00.001-07:00

There is ALWAYS somethin new... Its really hard to keep up...

Yes, I'm still walking... and still contemplating the marathon... I do really want to do it ... but I know it DEFINITELY will be quite an undertaking.. but NOT IMPOSSIBLE....

I've always liked dance... as early as elementary school.. loved ballet... so I've reverted to some exercises I used to do and some New York City Ballet work outs.. it seems to be a little better on my joints.. and also .. am awaiting my Fluidity Bar!! It is definitely a great mix of exercise..

During this time of regrouping ... and getting back into "better" shape.. I've also found another great company ... that I have been doing some indepth research on .. as their products have AWESOME qualities, benefits healthfully and financially... looking to get started with this in the near future... soo... please keep in touch for further exciting details..

Aloha & A Hui Hou!!!

2013-03-14T13:19:00.001-07:00

So here it is !!! I have been invited to run/walk the Honolulu Marathon... December 2013... !!! Yea, okay .. you can stop laughing now.. !! Let me explain. While yes, I understand your laughter and skepticism... and I know when I tell my family ... they're gonna think I'm nuts !! I am pretty much out of shape.. but have been really working towards the "best shape I can be in" even with my uncooperative knees... but you know what... I never thought in a million years I would have a 2nd Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo either.. but I did it!! So I'm going to do my research.. and really actually consider this. I really need a goal ... to work towards.

So I think I just might try this... !!! I am going to record my thoughts, trials and tribulations.. through this blog.!! Everything healthy here, you know.. at "Healthy Haole!!" maybe I should change this to "Crazy Haole!!" Lol!!

Now for the mental and physical preparation, but most importantly.. PRAYER and LOTS OF IT!! They say its all about being consistent which... well.. lets just say its not my strong suit.. :( RIGHT NOW..

I am convinced that consistency and focus in our lives are probably the two most important qualities to posses.. and if we are not already pretty strong in these areas... I've found that we better make it a point to do so.. ya know what I mean?? I guess this would also fall under the same category as discipline, no?? So, as with raising children... getting and then keeping in shape also follows along completely with this topic of conversation of being consistent, focus and discipline.. There are so many things sooo very intriguing and interesting it makes things so very difficult to stay on track.. But one thing about me I am very stubborn and I really need to use that quality to my advantage FOR SURE! Wish me luck!!!

So until next time...

Aloha & A Hui Hou!!!

2012-09-17T17:14:00.001-07:00

Wow this is a little more difficult than I expected...

I remember in earlier years I could just not eat for a day or two.. and fit into a dress or lose a little pooch in my bikini.... so sad to report ... NOT ANYMORE!!! LOL !!!

But I am determined and NOT GIVING UP!!! I am still maintaing my 90 Day Challenge.. but unfortunately ... this plan is sooo different that what I have let myself become in the last few years... I am a MAJOR SNACKER.. and LOVE the CRUNCH in things.. but I started a week ago this past Sunday.. and have had a few kind of rough days... but still lost a few pounds... You have to remember that it didnt take a week or two to pack on these xtra rolls!!! haha!! So we cant expect to remove them and make them disappear that much quicker!!

It is really much easier and cheaper, I might add, to grab a bag of chips than chopping up some celery or an apple !!!

All in all my 90 Day Challenge.. is still goin good.. just have to REALLY start making the REAL HEALTHY changes.. !!!

I am on my way from "Fat )&)(*^) to Fabulous!!" Join me!!

A Hui Hou kakou malama pono!!

I cant believe all this!!!!

2012-09-12T18:48:00.001-07:00

A dozen eggs - 1/2 cup broccoli - 5 peaches - 2 chicken breasts - 1 1/2 cups frozen yogurt - 1 1/2 cups bran flakes - 18 oz of tomato juice - 5 oz cheddar cheese - 3 cups of cooked lima beans - 15 slices of whole wheat bread - 20 spears of asparagus - 2 cups of mushrooms - 30 whole apples - 10 stalks of celery - 3 tomatoes - 3 pineapples and dont forget 30 prunes!!!

Thats alot of food!!! But I'm excited to say that I really pretty much ate this TWICE today!! and I might even have room for a little snack !!! LOL!!!

I have been drinking my shakes or should I say healthy drinks.. since this past Sunday ... and am already down 4lbs...!!! I dont just have the shakes.. you can eat a healthy dinner and work on a couple of approved snacks.. but know I am on my way..

Now I need to get back to studying.. mid term is coming up..

Hope to see you again soon..

Aloha & A Hui Hou...

P.S. Cant wait for desert!!

OKAY, MY SECRET IS OUT!!!

2012-09-11T18:18:00.003-07:00

Okay, my secret is out!!!

I am sick and tired of feeling sick and tired.. not to mention carrying this extra spare tire.. I think its more like an SUV now... around my waste!!! I am so tired of feeling like (&*& and looking worse!!!

I have struggled and struggled... and I'm JUST SICK OF IT!!! I have tried EVERYTHING short of amputation of a limb just to lose 20lbs.!!! A little shows.. but no great shakes !!! I am now on a personal MISSION..!!

A 90 Day Challenge..!!! I am bound and determined.. to accomplish this goal!! I am doing this for ME!!! Along with this challenge I am on my way to be certified as a Master Personal Trainer.. and complete my whole vision with my MaryKay and the great awesome wellness benefits of essentials oils of doTerra to help others to feel great INSIDE AND OUT!!!

Its always been a vision of mine to REALLY help others and now with my own success story well on its way..

I'M EXCITED!!

So I'm inviting you to follow me or better yet JOIN ME on my journey .. here at "Healthy Haole" or on Twitter !!

Thanks for listening...

Mahalo E Ke Akua No Keia La!!

Why can't I be my own Nutritionist???

2011-12-09T02:15:00.000-08:00

Okay!!! So I've had a pretty enlightening experience today... while out promoting MobileMama and ran into a very nice woman who has done well for herself.. in eating healthy!! She was really VERY informative... and would have loved to sit there and chat all day!! Carol has actually been cooking healthy for years... and also offers a Personal Chef program if you have a very busy schedule that she prepares your healthy meals for you so you can pick them up each evening for the next day.. This is so AWESOME...

But "I" am hungry (haha!! figures) for the in depth knowledge myself.. I really have a "craving" (everything has to do with food!!) and want to study and know about nutrition inside and out.. Soooo
I have had this book FOREVER!!! and decided I'm going to start to devour it ... and digest .. everything possible about food and nutrition... !!

Now I'm hungry...

A Hui Hou... more later.. gonna go raid the fridge!!

OKay... I get it!!

2011-12-02T15:48:00.000-08:00

Okay, I get it!!! I cant get away from it!!... No matter where I go .. no matter what I watch or whatever channel I'm on YOU'RE THERE!!! I cant get rid of you!!! I've tried to sell, hide, forget, cover up, and shove under my bed, YOU'RE STILL THERE......STARING ME IN THE FACE!!! I've tried so many other diets, plans, pills, formulas and gimmicks ... I'm TOTALLY frustrated, exhausted, and completed depleted in every way... I can no longer walk over you or by you...its no use.. I GIVE UP CHUCK & CINDY!!! YOU WIN!!

I did my workout today TOTAL GYM.... and am on the road to transformation...

NAMASTE ..... a hui hou...

Healthy??

2011-11-19T10:06:00.000-08:00

Okay.. so this "healthy" thing isn't really that easy... its really a shame that GOOD HEALTHY FOOD is way more expensive than the quick easy but not necessarily FAST FOOD but its still not as healthy as you would like.... Don't get me wrong... believe me I LOVE FRENCH FRIES.... PASTRIES ... and all the other quick pick up foods...

I have been battling, fighting, and struggling with myself for probably the last 8 years... Its something that I guess in my mind... denying to myself.. and being frustrated.. because all my life I've NEVER had a weight problem.. in fact I was always pretty scrawny... until I got into Marshal Arts.. through a close family friend and almost a "dare" from a friend. She won a free years worth of Tae Kwon Do lessons... and asked me to join her. At the time.. it was the most off the wall things I had ever done. Well she dropped out after the year .. and I continued on for six years!! To finally finish with my Second Degree Black Belt!! right before I delivered my daughter at 36 years old.!! That was the time when I was MOST fit!!! I miss that time.. very much... but that was then and this is NOW.!!

I really wish I could have that BODY back... but age has hit my joints... especially my knees... and with all the pivoting... etc.. I dont know that I could really do that again... and the expense.. has probably at least doubled... I guess in my own mind I REALLY KNOW WHAT I HAVE TO DO... and like soooooo many people have told me ... "JUST DO IT!!" I have a Total Gym here that I'm sure can provide me with a very AWESOME body... but its NOT going to do anything sitting in my dining room!! The denial in my mind has led to almost 40lbs to be my weight loss goal.. and its truly MY OWN FAULT... Being as I have never had to really worry about losing weight... it is now a MUST...!! I HATE looking at the clothes I cant wear.. !! and mainly NOT BEING MY BEST!!

I think and get angry about this situation almost daily.. and whats really STUPID is I have always had the answer ... its denial that has always interrupted my success... So I guess my answer has been here all along... I've always been interested in health, fitness, mind, body & soul... Thus truly is a change of lifestyle... and mind.. I JUST HAVE TO DO IT ... !!

We must always have to remember... like my old gynecologist told me "EVERYTHING IN MODERATION!"... But he wasn't the one craving parmesan cheese fries at midnight!!! with wasabi mayo!!!

Living in positive health and spirit..

Aloha & A Hui Hou....