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How to Deal with an Opinionated Person Video

June 12, 2013 by Lucrecer 5 Comments

I looked up the word Opinion and here is what I found:

OPINION

1 a view, judgment, or appraisal formed in the mind about a particular matter

2 belief stronger than impression and less strong than positive knowledge

3 a formal expression of judgment or advice by an expert

I know we go throughout our day formulating opinions about this and that. That is a good thing, as it is substance for good conversation and opportunities to learn something new. What is not good about opinions is when you become the object of someone’s said opinion.

Unfortunately, some people use their belief filter to make a judgement about you that you did not necessarily ask for. Have we become so relaxed in basic respect that we offer our opinions to people who do not want or need them? We are all guilty of this, but I believe there is a way to deal with people who do this to you constantly.

While my opinion is playful, there is some realness in it, also. In the end, you can not allow garbage to enter your thoughts. Even if it is coming from “well-meaning” family and friends or non-friends. Sometimes, you have to reject it and keep it moving.

How do you deal with opinionated people? Share in the comments and be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel. I am doing videos daily.

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What do Fitness, Ginormous Babies & Coca-Cola Have in Common? Video

June 4, 2013 by Lucrecer 2 Comments

Well, nothing until I get done weaving them together. I have that mad skill when it comes to my videos. I start on one thing, go off on a few tangents, then bring that story full circle.

I am on week 7 or Uprising #2 of the Revolt Fitness program and so far so good. My energy, over the past six weeks, has improved and I have grown tolerant of working out five days a week. Here is what I have learned: If you want something bad enough, you will stop your moaning and complaining and just do it. I workout because I want results and I workout even when I don’t feel like it. Especially when I don’t feel like it.

My results were awesome the previous week, but this past week, not so much. I am in hopes by saying I was retaining some water weight and craving sugar like crazy at a particular time of the month will be enough information for you to understand my temporary setback in progress. So, this week, at the start of a new Uprising, I have high hopes for a great week. Yesterday’s workout was a nice change of pace. Nichole introduced us to the Tabata workout. Have you heard of this or tried it out? It kicks your behind and makes you feel good all at the same time.

Also, I am doing daily videos for the month of June. I have completed three so far and the one below is my latest. I share my fitness program and go off on a few “related” tangents about giant babies and soda pop. It is me. It is what I do, but I bring it back full circle by the end. Make sure you subscribe to my channel and catch my videos daily. Until next time, make this and every day outstanding!

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My Photography Manifesto

May 30, 2013 by Lucrecer 8 Comments

The camera is a tool. It sees light. You see the subject.

The more you practice, the better your eye will develop.

Your vision is what makes your images unique. Trust what you see.

Imitation is flattering, but developing your own style is the most flattering thing you can do for yourself.

Equipment does not make you a better photographer. Telling stories with your images does.

Be your own zoom lens. Primes are the way to go.

When you think you are close enough to take someone’s portrait, take two steps forward. Get closer.

Shoot with film occassionally. It makes you slow down and practice the craft of photography.

Don’t miss the moment trying to compose the shot perfect. Capture the moment, damn it!

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Working on a Handstand, Flexibility and Fitness Update

May 26, 2013 by Lucrecer 4 Comments

I have a few fitness goals I would like to achieve by the end of the year.

Do a proper handstand.
Increase my flexibility.
Transform my body into a fat burning machine.

The handstand, while achievable, is a challenge, but one I am looking forward to practicing on a regular basis. On Instagram, there are numerous yoga challenges I have been participating in and each one of them offers up a different challenge daily. Some poses are easier than others and some I can not even attempt. If you are looking to start or get your yoga practice in order, you should definitely check out 30 Days of Yoga. It is one of the best things I have done for myself.

After doing my Revolt workouts, it is easier to stretch and practice the yoga poses. My body is already warm and it makes the stretches a lot easier. The handstands, on the other hand, offer one heck of a challenge for me. I remember doing handstands, cartwheels and all kinds of acrobatic moves when I was a wee girl. Now that I am older, I wonder how in the heck I did a lot of those things. I miss that flexibility big time now.

Now, for the update on the Revolt fitness plan, I am not losing pounds the way I thought I would, but I am losing fat and gaining muscle. The scale simply is not a reliable instrument for me when it comes to weight loss. Calipers and a plain measuring tape are my go to tools for taking measurements for body fat calculations.

I read something recently about it taking four weeks for you to notice changes, eight weeks for your family to notice changes and twelve weeks for everyone else to notice your weight changes. I’d say this is pretty darn accurate. Here’s to continued progress and success.

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REVOLT Fitness Week 3 Update

May 19, 2013 by Lucrecer 6 Comments

Disclosure: I am a member of the Revolt Bloggers and was given a free membership to Revolt Fitness. All opinions are my own.

Sunday starts week 4 of the Revolt Fitness program for me and I am happy with my progress so far. It is a good thing I am not going by the scale only, because according to it, I have gained a pound and a half this past week, but my other measurements say I am losing fat and gaining muscle. My plans for week 4 are to step up my workouts, eat clean every day and drink lots and lots of water.

I do have some exciting news to share. If you are interested in giving the Revolt Fitness, I have good news for you. Monday, they are launching, for free, the Revolt Fitness program">1 Week Kickstart. You will have access to a 50 page guide, 1 week of videos, 1 week of workout (3 levels) and 1 week of meal plan (6 cal levels). This is a great way to see what the Revolt Fitness program is all about. If you like it, I encourage you to join me for the June 3rd Uprising. Each Uprising is six weeks long and we have a very supportive and dedicated group of Revolters to encourage you on the journey. I would love to put a team together to join me for the June 3rd Uprising. If you are interested, let me know in the comments below and sign up here! The cost is $10 a month, $27 for three months access or $50 for annual access.

It would be great to have you!