A2G2 Show with Alex Arion

When the thought of exercising makes you feel uneasy, think of all the positive effects exercise can have on your overall well-being. I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

It's almost February... if you started on your health and fitness journey on January 1st like so many millions of others and you're still at it, KEEP GOING. No days off. I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

Remember your first steps? Remember the encouragement you got from your parents when you first fell? Did they discourage you or encourage you to get up and try again? You probably don't remember since you were so young and it was so long ago... but picture it. Imagine it. Now apply that mentality and attitude to everything else you do in your life. You're going to fall. You're going to fail. You're going to make mistakes. But none of them are bad if we choose to not allow them to be. Get back up, learn, adjust, and keep moving forward. I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

What the heck are we doing here? What's our purpose? I share my thoughts. I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

So much attention is paid to what we put into our bodies as it relates to food and water and nutrition, but what about what we allow into our minds and consciousness? We are bombarded constantly by negativity in media and that CANNOT be good for our mental health. I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

When it comes to your health and fitness, there is no new when it comes to what works. No new magic pill, no new magic exercise machine, no new diet, no new routine. What works for someone else may not work for you. What DOES work is consistency and time. I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

How do we find true happiness? What kinds of things do we have to do in order to find and sustain that feeling that so many of us truly crave for? I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

It's been a while since we last spoke, and I decided it was time to come back and check in and let you know what I've been up to and doing. If interested, check out Dao Zao training here: https://www.mattfurey.com/dao-zou/ I hope wherever you are that you are healthy and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

This weekend, instead of doing the “usual”, challenge yourself and plan on doing something different, something productive. Whether it be getting outside and enjoying the weather, starting that book you've been meaning to read, getting that project you've been putting off forever done... I challenge you to break from your routine and comfort zone and do something that will benefit you both physically and mentally. I hope wherever you are that you are safe, healthy, and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Parler: @AlexArionFitness Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

It's so important not to forget the importance of properly feeding and fueling your body. Stick with natural foods and avoid processed foods. A good rule of thumb is to avoid anything that comes in a box or a bag. Stick to the perimeter of the grocery store and avoid going down the aisles and for the most part, you'll be good. I hope wherever you are that you are safe, healthy, and happy. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Parler: @AlexArionFitness Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. Always Activate. Get Going.

Just a quick thank you message to everyone who has reached out over the past week and to everyone who follows me on social media. It is my pleasure to provide helpful and valuable information to all of you. Please follow me on social media Twitter: @THEAlexArion Instagram: alexarion Parler: @AlexArionFitness Please visit: https://www.alexarionfitness.com Thank you so much for your support. I hope wherever you are that you are safe, healthy, and happy.

These are the positive affirmations I've been saying morning and evening and they came courtesy of the late, great salesman Stan Billue. To see them in print, please head over to https://www.alexarionfitness.com and they'll be in the “Golden Nuggets” section. Please feel free to use these or come up with your own. There is power in putting this mental exercise into practice, but like anything else, consistency is key.

Speaking positive affirmations first thing in the morning can help you to get into a positive frame of mind first thing in the morning. Speaking them again in the evening right before bed can help to neutralize any negativity you may have encountered during the day so you can sleep and dream peacefully. Do these daily and give them about 2 to 3 weeks and see if you don't notice a difference in your attitude and daily outlook. Please head over to https://alexarionfitness.com

A healthy mind is just as important (if not more so) as a healthy body. Be careful what you take in mentally because it tends to bleed over into every aspect of your life. For more health and fitness information, please head over to https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Something to keep in mind when exercising, especially when doing body weight training, is that as your volume and intensity increases, so will your appetite. I go over whether or not you should increase your caloric intake (all depends on your goals) and what to do to help curb your appetite if needed. I tried to squeeze a lot into this episode, I hope you find it helpful. For more helpful information, please visit https://www.alexarionfitness.com

So many of us are accustomed to working out inside, be it in the gym or our homes. For a change of scenery, try heading outdoors in the summer months to soak in some sun and some fresh air. For more helpful information related to health and fitness, please check out https://www.alexarionfitness.com.

For many of us, getting to the gym is not an option but we mustn't allow that to be an excuse to get out of shape and not exercise. Conditions may not be ideal, but with a little creativity, we can still get in a daily workout and push ourselves physically in order to become stronger and get healthier. Check out https://www.alexarionfitness.com for helpful tips, information, and workout programs.

So much of what goes on in our daily lives is beyond our control. If you focus more on what YOU can control: how much you exercise, what you eat, you can focus more on what is within YOUR control. For help, visit https://www.alexarionfitness.com

No one ever thought the world could go into a lockdown... it was impossible! Until it happened. Hopefully the next time it happens, you'll be ready to make the most of it.

Exercise has so many benefits... one of them is how good you can feel mentally during and after a workout.

Practice gratitude daily and you'll start to see your life change in ways you may have never previously imagined.

No matter what's going on in the world and no matter what hatred may be getting sent your way, just remember that no matter our individual beliefs, we're all humans and we all want to live the best life that we can. Think about this the next time you want to get angry at someone who looks different than, believes differently, or acts differently than you. At the end of the day, no matter what's going on, we still have our humanity and the only way that can get taken away from us is if we allow it to be.

Don't allow others' beliefs, views, comments, insecurities to rub off on you. Believe in yourself and do whatever it is you put your mind to. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Trust but verify.

If you're like me, you're tired of hearing this phrase: “We're all in this together.” Be doing something EVERY day to better yourself and your current situation because NO ONE is going to help you if you need it, you need to help yourself. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

There are no secrets to getting and staying in shape. You must have discipline and be consistent. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

The longer this situation goes on, the more accustomed to it we become and before you know it, this will be the new normal. Do whatever you can to ensure you're as strong and healthy as you can be to navigate the new normal. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

It's so easy to allow ourselves to get negative... that's why it's so important to do our best to stay positive.

Everyone has a bad day. The key to achieving your goals is to not allow 1 bad day to turn into another into another. Approach each day with a “Win at All Costs” mentality and when the inevitable losses and bad days happen, don't allow it to sway your mentality. Get right back in the fight and get back on track. Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

It's important to keep yourself mentally engaged and challenged during this trying time. It's easy to fall into a routine of watching TV or playing video games for hours on end, but when it's time to get back to work and life outside of quarantine, if all you've done is sit around, you're gonna be in for a rude awakening. Stay active, challenge yourself daily, and strive to be a little better every day. Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Having & practicing discipline, as difficult as it may be at times, is what will ultimately keep you going and determine whether you come out of this current situation for better or worse. Stay disciplined, stay moving. Get Going. Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Today, my energy and motivation were lacking... things didn't go as I'd hoped or planned and I ALMOST allowed myself to skip my workout. I had a real fight with myself, but I remembered the 10-minute rule and committed to getting MINIMUM 10 minutes of exercise done today. When all was said and done, I kicked my own ass for over 45 minutes. Don't allow the challenges of the day to keep you from completing your daily exercise routine... it's real easy to take a day off... it gets easier and easier and before you know it, you're in terrible shape. Get up, get moving, and Get Going! Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

By now, most of us are stuck at home... not ideal, but still no excuse to not be getting some form of exercise in every day. Get creative and get going! Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

It's so easy to fall into and start adopting bad habits... but now more than ever, it's so important to stay on track and remain disciplined so that we can come out of this situation stronger, wiser, healthier than ever before and more prepared for when the next similar situation eventually takes place. Stay strong, stay healthy. Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

It's starting to feel like Groundhog Day for many of us. Are you making the most of the time you have now during this situation or are you afraid, angry, bitter and spiteful? This situation will pass so take advantage of this time NOW to come out better and stronger, literally and figuratively, than before. Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

If you're watching or reading the news, you may have been led to believe that it's mass hysteria and panic all over the world. My experiences thus far have not been anywhere remotely close to this and in fact, have been quite the opposite. Stay safe and remain optimistic wherever you are. Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://alexarionfitness.com

There is now no good excuse for not getting or staying in shape. If you need a program to do while you're waiting for the gym to open back up, check this out: Back to Basics Workout Program: https://gumroad.com/l/GcNBk Use Promo Code: QUARANTINE for 50% off! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

No matter where you are in the world and no matter what your current situation, make the most of the time that you now have and remain positive. This will all pass and how you act right now will determine if you come out of this situation stronger than you were before. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Unfortunately for many of us we're now unable to get to the gym due to them being closed down because of circumstances completely beyond our control. But are we going to let that keep us from continuing on our health and fitness journey or are we going to get creative and continue building our momentum and working towards becoming our best selves every day? That choice is ENTIRELY in OUR control. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

“Whenever you come across a hill, run up it.” - George Hackenschmidt. Whatever challenge you may face, meet it head on... and conquer it. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

If you find yourself lacking the energy and motivation to get into the gym and get your workout in, try making a MINIMUM 10 minute commitment to do something to stay on track and maintain your momentum. Remember, something is better than nothing. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

The weekend is here... you gonna take it easy? You gonna pump the brakes? Why not put the pedal to the medal and kick some ass instead? https://www.alexarionfitness.com #fitnessmotivation #mindsetmatters #kickass #pumpthebrakes #fitnessjourney

“Let the competition eliminate themselves.” - Randy “Macho Man” Savage. Don't worry about what someone else is doing, saying or thinking. Worry about you, worry about what you can control. Put forth your best effort and give the best of you every day and in time, the competition will eliminate themselves. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

One of the quickest ways to success with your exercise and nutrition is to follow the advice of one, (at the most) two people who have achieved the level you aspire to and give their suggestions a MINIMUM 30 days of honest effort to see if they make sense and work for you. If you're truly serious, the quickest way is to hire a coach or trainer that can personalize a plan that meets your needs and fits with your schedule who can keep you accountable. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

No matter what it is that you're doing, be present. Give your full attention to the now, to whoever or whatever is in front of you. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Stop comparing yourself with others. There's only one of them and one of you... you're never going to be like them. Instead, draw inspiration from those you admire and envision the best version of yourself and work hard consistently over time to realize that vision. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

I was asked earlier today for some advice about diet so I thought it would be good to talk a little about it here today. In short, no matter what eating plan you choose, keep it simple. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Mondays. Did you get up today “dreading” getting out of bed? If so, do something about it! https://www.alexarionfitness.com

May your upcoming week be filled with challenges and adversity for you to overcome... for you to gain experience and strength for having gone through them. Conquer everything that gets thrown at you because you can. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

Whatever it is you've always wanted to do, just start. You'll make mistakes, you might even fail, but at least you would have tried. Don't let fear or self-doubt stop you from ever starting. https://www.alexarionfitness.com

We respect high quality. We pay for high quality. But do we expect high quality from ourselves? https://alexarionfitness.com