Skip to content

Posts tagged ‘Plus Size Fitness’

Don’t Let The Hard Days Win

May 23, 2022

Mia The Diva

I read post on my time line that was discussing political view points but ended with;

“ Anyway, never forget, even at your lowest point you’re living someone else’s dream.”

I have been back and forth with this blog for years. Somehow when things are off and get off track in my life. I always find my way back to this space. There is a saying that life will teach you the same lessons over and over until you learn them.

We all have to start somewhere. No matter where you are in life or for the purpose of this blog on your wellness journey you are Goals to someone out there and have a universal responsibility to show up in your life. I always joke with a friend of mine that she is “Goals” to me because she is able to wear dresses with her back out! LoL

A pivotal moment in any big girl’s wellness journey is not needing a seatbelt extender!

Do you know how many people can effortlessly fit comfortably in an airplane seat everyday who think their life and health are in shambles?

Perspective is everything. We all have our ish.

There are going to be some hard days some great days some WTF days. We are all living a version of someone’s best life but our hard days are the days that will ultimately define who we are and what we are made of.

One decision can change your entire life.

Be Healthy Be Fabulous Be You!

Mia The Diva

Heavily Meditated

April 11, 2022

Mia The Diva

Hey Divas,

So here we are 70+ days into meditation practicing. Shout out to Teresa, Diva Spice with a lil Chai for getting me hip to guided meditation zoning in to zone out.

Breath is life. We would die if we go more than 5 minutes or so without it. None of this life is happening without breath. Practicing meditation has taught me that.

I had done some hot yoga years ago it was my first introduction to meditation then just really started learning about it for the past year or so.

I recently started practicing daily for a little over a month now when l rise, a mid day when l can and before bed.

I’ve logged over 3k hours that’s a whoooooolllle Lottta “ Whoooosa”

I definitely needed to take a step back. I was in a space of feeling overwhelmed, resentful, and overall sense of being stuck in my life. I’ve spent my entire adult life catering to everyone and everything but me. – Not a good look for a Diva!

It left me feeling taken for granted and l felt used most of the time. I had to be honest with myself that 75% of my motivation was people pleasing. Then l woke up and realized l don’t owe anyone anything as they don’t owe me.

When we lose people in our life by death or by choice it leaves room. It leaves space. I’ve learned to embrace the emptiness l even welcome it most of the time. I ask myself ok, what’s next?

Honestly All I have to do is live and die and l plan on doing just that. Keeping it Fly n Fabulous! Of course.

Daily Meditation has given me the gift of how to fill the holes of my soul. lt has given me the gift of truly loving myself. It is the most private intimate experience to have with yourself just being present with your breath and in tune with your body. It truly means to surrender to the moment.

To my surprise l am able to meditate in as little of 5 minutes to 15 minutes. It is the ultimate form of self care, self love but most importantly self compassion.

When we love on ourselves it literally flows into every aspect of our life. The overflow goes to everyone and everything instead of us pulling from ourselves. It pulls us within ourselves. Having an awareness of self gives us choices.

To overextended ourselves and not have any boundaries is the ultimate betrayal. The betrayal of self. Anyone can turn their back on you. People will disappoint you. It’s Life. To turn your back on yourself is the ultimate betrayal because you will never rise higher than your own standards.

I challenge you to stop. To pause. To take a deep breath in of all the goodness in your life and exhale all of what is no longer serving you in your life! Lay down and line up those chakra stones and gets to breathing dear diva!

Be Healthy Be Fabulous Be You!

Namaste.

Mia The Diva

What dulls your shine?

February 2, 2022

Mia The Diva

Hey Divas!

Let’s face it Divas wanna be beautiful. Everyone wants to look Fly! Being beautiful is the most desired as nourishing force of life because it arises from love.

Beauty is really an inside job! We got a troop of 50 million cells in our body and the health of these cells are impacted by the food we eat, nutrients in our blood and those missing from our blood.

So as we welcome February the month of love and although life is ahhhmazing with love in it, and having a compatible partner is delicious it’s not critical for our physical survival.

“Love don’t pay the bills.” You can spend your entire life searching for external love but take heart dear diva all love that is ever needed in this life is from our own supply ❤️ everything else overflows and things have a way of working out.

Tell me something good…..our hormones say? Yes there are our hormones and the self talk ish that we tell ourselves matters, our thoughts ultimately control our behavior so hopefully we say loving words to ourselves and not negative fearful ones.

Be Healthy Be Fabulous Be You!

Mia The Diva

The Real Flex

January 31, 2022

Mia The Diva

Hi Divas!

Here we are into a New Campaign season!

So what’s the real flex on a wellness journey?

Self Awareness for sure.

I started detoxing last week drinking lemon water, celery juice and detox smoothie to start my day. l’m working on being more active on my trampoline. I have long work days, honestly do not have the time on my work days to work out but will go outside to walk on my off days. So for now l get in my jumps throughout the day and it gives me a boost.

I noticed feeling tired in spite of eating healthier. I have my energy throughout the day which is great but still my body is catching up if that makes sense. I’ve been food journaling which has been helpful to understand my habits and improvements over time.

Having an awareness gives you choices.

It’s also important to know where you’re going. Where do you see yourself one year from now? Really think about it. Think about it in every aspect of your life. We all need something to look forward to.

So for starters that we are officially in Campaign Season we will start with our goals.

Breaking down a goal can be overwhelming and a year can seem so far away even though they seem to fly by so fast at the same time.

Write down your Ultimate Goal – This is what we want to ultimately achieve. Write down what you will need to do in order to achieve that goal. Be honest with your self and what barriers can be in the way of stopping you. Then start slashing them one by one. In short make your goals your bishh .

No small goal in between is too small only as long as it is bringing you to your ultimate vision.

So we start with long term goals, what will we need to do monthly to get there, what will we need to do weekly. What will we need to do daily?

Then Reward yourself for each goal achieved in each category start learning how to pamper and treat yourself that has nothing to do with food to keep you inspired and on the course!

Be Healthy Be Fabulous Be You!

Mia The Diva

3 Tips to Set Yourself up for the Best Day and Best 2022!

January 19, 2022

Mia The Diva

Hi Divas!

So we just got through that nostalgic time of year and also that time when optimism is at it’s peak. So take advantage of this positive energy!

So many things can knock a diva’s day off let alone her year. So here are a few tips to get those positive vibes going and morning rituals!

1. Eat before working out Fuel Up Divas!

You’ll get more of a boost and if you are into early riser kind of workouts find an easy digestible carb that is low in fat and fiber. A banana is great to give you energy without causing tummy issues before exercising.

2. Drink Up! Cheers!

Post work out recovery go-to’s Vitamin C for muscle repair and breakfast a smoothie or bar that has a mix of carbs proteins and fiber to help repair muscles and replenish energy.

When a diva is dried out from not getting hydrated is not a good look for a diva! To stay on your game it’s best to keep hydrated throughout the day.

Standard rule of thumb is to divide half your current body weight into ounces to make sure you’re hitting those water goals! It’s a good idea to bring a 16 oz water bottle try to drink the whole thing during your 1 hour work out.

Plastic water bottles are thought to be a health risk because of the recycled plastic. Harmful chemicals are emitted from these bottles, and these chemicals might cause cancer.

By switching it up to stainless steel, you can prevent harmful carcinogens from leaching into your drinking water. So l use a stainless steel metal bottle. It’s safe and it can also keep fluids hot or cold.

3. Create good vibes & go outside!

There is a freshness and sense of freedom working out outside. Just something about crisp morning air in the colder months and the freshness of a new morning during the summer months.

Alas Let it Go dear diva!

Music! Who loves a good ole booty shake! My playlist ranges a little bit of everything Black Eyed Peas is my Go- To Yes! That 40 plus Club playlist be FiYa!! Fast high energy music has been proven to increase endurance a diva can go a little further and also adds a happy distraction 🙂

Let it all Go! Let it all OUT! It’s been a year! A tough one for a lot of us out here.

Take heart that Strong emotions are exhausting and can be draining. Physically too. I couldn’t really put my finger on why l was tired for no real reason.

Where the mind goes energy flows stressing and negativity is definitely a drain but it’s still energy. Put it to good use having a Super Fly workout or better yet clean your house! Two in one deal!

Happy New Year Divas! May your 2022 Be Your BEST & FLYEST Yet!

Be Healthy! Be Fabulous! Be You!

Mia The Diva