Healthy Witness | Jackie

It is incredible to explain how great it is to have a daily plan and weekly plan. Now what I do exactly every day isn't planned, it's just having the timeline schedule. As a stay-at-home mom, some days are spent being completely on call for all the kids. I have now finally entered a season and learned that a more structured schedule is needed for all of us. I worked very hard mentally preparing last fall for this season. In December I sat down and literally wrote out my per fect day (encouraged by my coach). I then sat down another day with a 12 month calendar, pages I printed from the internet, and better mapped out my weekly and monthly schedule. Then a week ago or so... I transferred my schedule onto my Google Calendar. My family knows my desire and goals now (communication is huge), this is very helpful in order for those around you, that live with you, so they can help support your goals for health. I get more done now. Setting myself a bedtime so I can wake ...

Have you ever made your Own Seasonings? It's EASY! After we changed our eating, we realized we had to also review our Spice cabinet. It was lacking, lame, and full of pre made spice blends, UGH! This is also a way that your health can hurt if you are not using or better yet making your own! This is our family's GO-TO Taco Seasoning  from the Food Renegade. http://www.foodrenegade.com/homemade-taco-seasoning/ Just simply use a small food processor or I use the "milling" blade on my NutriBullet​. Since people think veggies and food is bland when you take our salt and sugar, then try something new! Yes, this was out of my comfort zone and new and different and scary! But you have to dive in when it's your health you're working with! I know when I first made it, I did NOT have these things in my cabinet. SO make sure you go shopping and get everything. Here is a list of basic ones to stock:  http://www.spicesinc.com/p-477-top-25-spices-every-kitchen-mus...

Where will you be in one year? No, I am not claiming to be a foot model Lol. 😂 I just want to celebrate the one-year anniversary of my right foot bunion surgery. These were not an injury. I have had them since I was a kid. When I was ten years old, I remember seeing a foot doctor, and being told that one day, I would need surgery. Well a year ago today, that day came. Overall, the invasive surgery went well. It did take longer than expected because the damage on my right foot was pretty bad. The first 48 hours post surgery was the worst. I'll spare you the story, but like the pains of childbirth, it was so worth it. In 2013, I got consultation on my feet,because I had just lost 100 pounds, and they were hurting daily (you'd think less weight would be better). The x rays showed the future need for surgery. In 2015, I committed to fitness as my next stage after weight loss and a two year maintenance. I started working out but I...

Last year, my coach (we have weekly team meetings) would mention a workshop she did that helped her get where she is. The workshop encouraged you to write down your "Perfect Day" ... time you wake, what do you do, time for breakfast, etc. I heard that a few times. In Early December, I was able to sit and do work for me. I wrote down my perfect day. Three crumbled up papers later, I had made it simple, realistic, and doable. I made a few copies. One for my binder, one for my oldest (to help her with her poor schedule) and one for the wall for hubby to see. They know this is my desire and goal. On January 2, I implemented it. So far... I'm rocking it! Sure it's only bee a few days, but it's been a STRUGGLE everyday. It is getting a tad easier. Sure I miss sleeping in, but I not get more done. I feel more disciplined. This was all possible because I was introduced to this by my coach. She lives it and seems very happy and successful. I thought it o...

I was asked to w rite down the word or words I was going to focus on for 2017. Peace and Wisdom are mine. They work in my personal and professional lives!  According to Google, Peace means " freedom from disturbance; quiet and tranquility ". For me specifically in all areas in my life, it means to not be anxious, to not be shaken, for my Spirit to be calm and collected in all situations. It's not secret that in my past I've been the Type-A, over worrier, and more. I want to change that all so much and I am making evolving changes daily. According to Google, Wisdom means " the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the quality of being wise. " For me this means to take all my past experiences, all my knowledge and be as wise as possible, daily, in decisions, actions, and words. That's what we should do as we get older, right? Well for some of us old dogs, we don't learn new tricks well. But this ol' dog, is going to try an...

Did you know I have a YouTube channel? Currently I am posting daily after my workouts. Each video is taken after the workout. I share my thoughts on the workout, struggles and victories, suggested modifications, and my post-bunion surgery feet victories. 2 minutes or less. I hope these help you, inspire you, and encourage you that no matter your skill level, body size, or ability, you can do anything! Enjoy!

Happy New Year, Happy New You for 2017! from Jackie  💚 Welcome to my site focused on Nutrition, Fitness, and Self Care. These are key to living your days as best as you can! It's easier to do with unconditional support to increase your long term success. It's my purpose to teach and support others for Healthy Habits Living through sharing resources on recipes, workouts, and self care! You'll also read inspirational messages on how to dream big and st art living a much more fulfilling life, now. I'm a happy wife, mother mom of 4, running 2 businesses while personally maintaining healthy habits after an amazing Personal Health Overhaul from Oct 2011 to Sept 2013. After changing my eating lifestyle through "Ingredient Hacking", it was amazing to experience losing 5 jean sizes, 2 ring sizes and more. Now it's great to have energy and keep up with the kids (homeschooling), the house, the nonprofit ministry, and my wellness business. It cannot be done u...