Melisa

I have read, soul searched, meditated, prayed, asked for advice, paid for advice, researched the web, read magazines, hired trainers, started, failed, quit, re-started, took steps forward and many steps back. The best knowledge I’ve gained was from trial and error.

I am a work in progress, a full time professional, a wife, a mother of two, and a certified personal trainer.

I’ve tried:
Body building – different splits/routines/sets/reps, etc, Crossfit, Half marathon training, Circuit training, Triathalons, Powerlifting, spinning/group classes, Workout dvds, online subscriptions, Yoga, Pilates, Countless hours doing cardio machines, Diet pills, Low carb / high protein, Carb rotation, Paleo, Atkins, Southbeach diet, Weight watchers, Weight loss shakes, Purchased bodybuilding meal plans, Ate under 1200 calories, cleansing, juicing, ED.

By no means do I have all the answers – what has worked for me may not work for everyone. I have not transformed from a caterpillar to a butterfly, and my story is far from over. I am still on my own personal journey and continue to make goals for myself. I do know that dieting/exercising can be life consuming and at times frustrating – you can also feel confused, hopeless, and intimidated.

As you can see, I have experimented with many different “forms” of training and nutrition and can tell you what will not work long term. I can help you find “your own way” instead of painfully experimenting on yourself like I did. By no means do I regret any of my experiences and believe that what I’ve learned from each of my journeys will help me better prepared to aid you.

WHAT DOES ZEN MEAN…

Just as I ask those to find their own way in fitness and nutrition, I feel this is the same for each and everyone’s spirituality and state of mind.

The word zen is derived from Buddhism - meaning the mind without mind, a state of “no-mindness”. In other words, not obsessed with certain thoughts or emotions, yet being open with no attachments. Can be a form of mediation or emphasizing intuition.

My definition of Zen is to be calm and at peace. Not to take outside events personally nor react to everything external. Knowing that the only thing I can control, is my thoughts and actions. Learning to keep my energy positive, block negativity and knowing when to leave environments that are toxic. Understanding that growth should be constant and takes practice, consistency, and commitment. I believe whatever helps you get to this state should be implemented and ultimately shared with others.

Who doesn’t want to live with an inner peace that can not be rocked? To have chaos around but still be calm and unaffected within? To shoot toward bettering yourself and living your most purposeful — best life!

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