De Bolton

Connection is key during this time. Not just to connect but who you connect with. ⁣ ⁣ It's nice to be connected especially in times like these. You realize the value of the people in your life and you want to help them.⁣ ⁣ Grateful to be invited to share this message with these group of Ladies. ⁣ ⁣ There are so many uncertainties right now but we do know that staying home, washing your hands, keeping social distance and sharing love is certain to help us get through. ⁣ ⁣ So, let's ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ 𝐅𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐕𝐄 🌙⁣⁣ 16 bloggers are collaborating to tell you to stay home + wash your hands for the ones you love during this pandemic.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ We are all in this together. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #groundyourself #centeryourself #taketime #mindyourmind #compassion #gratitude #grateful #showgratitude #siezetheday #reflecting #realign #betterdaysahead #appreciatelife #donttakelifeforgranted #keepyourheadup #practicegratitude #fitnessathome #staysafeathome #fightcorona #stayhealthyandfit #stayhomebesafe #stayathomechallenge #dontgooutside #staysafestayhome #selfquarantine #selfdistancing #stayhome

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"Find your why and you'll find your way." John Maxwell #tbt to when going to the grocery store wasn't a big deal. When it comes to nutrition I often see focus on  𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 to eat. ♻️Organic 🚫Gluten-Free 🥗Fruits and Vegetables 🍗Protein 🥑Good Fats Too much information on 𝐇𝐎𝐖 to eat. 🚫No Carbs, 👌🏾High Fat, 🤔Count your Macros, 🙄Measure with a Scale or colorful containers. You can find even more information on 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍 to eat. ⏰Intermittent Fast, 🕛No Carbs before noon ⏳NEVER "late" at night All that information is covered but what about 𝐖𝐇𝐘 are you eating? Are you eating because you're 😋hungry? 😴Tired? 😟Anxious? 🤬Mad? 😭Sad? 🥺Lonely? 😐Bored? 💦Thirsty? Is there something else you're trying to fill? 🤔 Because most women know what to do but have a hard time doing it. Food has become the only acceptable drug. It can be abused. So, let's focus on the 𝐖𝐇𝐘? When you change your 𝐖𝐇𝐘 change happens. "ᴛʜᴇɴ ᴊᴇsᴜs ᴅᴇᴄʟᴀʀᴇᴅ, “ɪ ᴀᴍ ᴛʜᴇ ʙʀᴇᴀᴅ ᴏғ ʟɪғᴇ. ᴡʜᴏᴇᴠᴇʀ ᴄᴏᴍᴇs ᴛᴏ ᴍᴇ ᴡɪʟʟ ɴᴇᴠᴇʀ ɢᴏ ʜᴜɴɢʀʏ, ᴀɴᴅ ᴡʜᴏᴇᴠᴇʀ ʙᴇʟɪᴇᴠᴇs ɪɴ ᴍᴇ ᴡɪʟʟ ɴᴇᴠᴇʀ ʙᴇ ᴛʜɪʀsᴛʏ." ᴊᴏʜɴ 6:35 What's your "𝐖𝐇𝐘?" You want to make change happen? I would start there and then figure out the rest! . . . . .#honoryourtemple #emotionaleating #faithfueled #nutrition #healthyeating #mealprep #eatrealfood #plantbasedprotein #eatbetternotless #fitblackqueens #macros #sweatpink #nutritiontips #faithfueledlife #fitforhisreason #NutritionCoach #0402mamas #TransformationCoach #EatWellLiveWelll #healthyliving #faithfueledmom #nasmfns

My friends know that I hate speaking on video but have no problem exercising.⁣ ⁣ Two days ago, I was convicted to start this Challenge tomorrow, April 1st. We will spread positivity for the next 30 days. At first, I ignored the call but in the midst of my nap I felt compelled to follow through. So hear I am 🤷🏾‍♀️⁣ ⁣ ⁣ I hope you'll join me sharing Praise and Gratitude!!!⁣ ⁣ Listen up and check the link in my bio for more details.⁣ ⁣ Tomorrow it begins and I have no problem doing it on my own but thought it be better together. Don't forget to TAG or hashtag #PraisePlank⁣ ⁣ Can you be grateful even for a little bit? Let's share it!!⁣ I know plank challenges are so two years ago but why not? ⁣ #faithfueled #praiseplank #oxygenelite

Sometimes we wait on God. Sometimes he's waiting on us to catch up.⁣ ⁣ "We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." E. M. Forster🤔⁣ ⁣ We all have a plan, passion, goal whatever you want to call it.  We think we have an idea of how we are going to get to achieve our desires. We pray about it And then.....NOTHING GOES AS PLANNED 😔 as you can see⁣ ⁣ On the blog today I talk about 4 Ways to wait on God. That I've found in Scripture and what I turn to when in waiting. 🤲🏾 Just some encouragement as we wait praying its a reminder of how good God is even in waiting. ⁣ ⁣ Or I'm just thinking out loud....😜⁣ ⁣ "We wait in hope for the Lord;he is our help and our shield. ⁣ In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name. ⁣ May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you." Psalms 33-20-22 🙏🏾 ⁣ ⁣ Check it out and let me know what you think? Link is in the bio 📸 credit @shenie.grace ⁣ #goodmorning #morningmessage #faithfueled #mondaymotivation⁣

Let us FREE!! No really this self quarantine and social distancing are two phrases I've never heard of until two weeks ago.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The entire world is making lifestyle changes whether they want to or not.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ On @fitblackqueens_ podcast that I co-host! I challenged #fitblackqueens to do something different. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Today on the blog, I'm sharing three lifestyle changes I have made in the last week.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It's an uncertain world but their are some things within our control.⁣ How we react and move!⁣⁣ ⁣ Check it out let me know what you think. The link is in the bio.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ Today's workout can be done anywhere cause its just with Resistance Bands! ⁣⁣SAVE this workout for later ⁣⁣ 1️⃣Lunges⁣⁣ 2️⃣Chest Fly⁣⁣ 3️⃣Bentover Rows⁣⁣ 4️⃣Front Raise⁣⁣ 5️⃣ Bicep Curls⁣⁣ 6️⃣ Hill Sprints or Stair Sprints⁣⁣ 10-12 Reps Each 3-4 Times ⁣⁣ We tried to go to the open field near our house but its barricaded 😲 and everything is taped off. So, we found a hill in the neighborhood. <SWIPE> We weren't trying to get close to anyone just run outside. 🤷🏾‍♀️Yay, for "new normal" 🤦🏾‍♀️😔⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲?⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #oxygenelite #fitblackqueens #fitblackqueenspodcast⁣⁣ #fitmom #liftingweights #fitnessmama #fitoverforty #40andfit #nogymnoproblem #lifestylechanges #doingitforme #nofaddiets #fattofab #healthliving #wellnessblog #healthybodyandmind #healthyfromtheinsideout #fitfam #noexcuses #fitnessgoals #gymfam #strongnotskinny #fitcommunity #fitquote #blackgirlfitness #0327mamas #blackgirlswholift #blackfitnesstoday #blackwomenworkout #ebonyfitness ⁣⁣

What happens to a dream deferred?⁣ It gets pushed back to a later date.⁣ ⁣ The biggest question within the last few weeks other than, "What are you eating?" is "Are you still doing your show?" Jokingly, I've responded "even if I have to wear a bedazzled mask."⁣ ⁣ All jokes aside the show was canceled yesterday. This is so much more than wearing a mask and living your life. ⁣ ⁣ Daily things are changing, obstacles are presented, unknowns are discovered. 🤯⁣ ⁣ As a Mom I'm concerned by my girls' future? What's our world going to look like after a global pandemic? How long are we going to be quarantined? Is my family prepared for the long haul?⁣ ⁣ Then life is still happening.⁣ Within the last week my husband and I have lost mentors in our life. Many families are losing their loved ones to the Coronavirus. We've been praying daily for friends who are fighting or those who are infected. This is REAL folks! ⁣ ⁣ So, to be upset over a Fitness Competition is the least of my worries. There will be more Fitness Competitions they're hosted year round. ⁣ ⁣ Training doesn't stop! This is my sport! The goal hasn't changed not until I have a Pro Card in hand. Just everything got pushed back. ⁣ ⁣ What has come out of this is an enormous Gratitude for my virtual fam! Especially after waking up to so much love.⁣ ⁣ The overwhelming amount of support that came in my message box overnight is so appreciated. "No one supports you like a social media friend you've never met."⁣ ⁣ The fact that so many took the time to send a message to lift my spirits and encourage me.... has this Mama feeling loved today and so grateful Thank you!! ⁣ ⁣ There will be more shows and I can't wait to rock my amazing suit at the next one.⁣ ⁣ Thank you @hk55874 for coaching me, encouraging me and setting my head straight from time to time. I really needed this and you helped make that happen.⁣ ⁣ Thank you @ocbcatonsvilleconquer for trying your best and making a hard decision for the what's best for the competitors over all. I can't wait to Conquer the Stage in 2021 but until then I guess its building time. ⁣ ⁣ Praying for our world now more than ever and adjusting daily to this new normal.🙏🏾🤪🙏🏾💪🏾🥰🙏

Will you join my #FitBlackQueens Co-Host and I on our very first POWER HOUR! ⁣ ⁣ It's not like you're going anywhere so join us for ⁣ 🌤🌅🌥🧘🏾‍♀️Morning Meditation with @mrsgoody2shoes53_ ⁣ ⁣ 🏃🏾‍♀️Get Outdoors (not too far) with @Flecksoflex ⁣ 👩🏾‍🍳Go in the Kitchen with @jquenow and⁣ ⁣ 🔥Burn that core with @tikimareneefitness⁣ Get ready for your week quickly and easily I'll @faithfueledmom be sharing tips to Quick and Easy Meal Prep its easier to make good decisions if it's just heat and eat. All packed into one #powerhour its going to be good. ⁣ ⁣ Check us out @fitblackqueens tomorrow Saturday, March 21st at 11am EST!!⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #fitblackqueenspodcast #spotifypodcast #oxygenelite #blackmoms #blackmomsblog #womenoffaith #blackmomskillingit #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #blackmomsrock #blackmommagic #blackwomeninbusiness #womenofgod #blackmothers #mommyblogger #blackmomsblogger #blackmotherhood #melaninmommy #newpodcast #blackfamiliesmatter #blackfamilies #0320mamas #christianinfluencer #blackmommiesblog #blackmompreneur #christianmom #blackmomsdaily #melanatedqueen #blackmom

#nogymnoproblem⁣ Unless you have weights it's hard to resistance train but do you have a resistance band or tube?⁣ ⁣ You can get a great Total Body Workout with one band! Add Reps and sets the more advanced you are and feel the burn. ⁣ 1️⃣ Deadlifts⁣ 2️⃣ Chest Press⁣ 3️⃣ Pullover ⁣ 4️⃣ W Raise⁣ 5️⃣ Arnold Press⁣ 6️⃣ Woodchoppers⁣ 7️⃣ Biceps Curls⁣ ⁣ 💛Beginners 8-10 Reps ⁣ 2 Sets Rest 40-60 Seconds⁣ 💚Intermediate 11-15 Reps⁣ 3-4 Sets 30-40 Seconds Rest⁣ 💙Advanced 16-20 Reps⁣ 5-6 Sets 20-30 Seconds Rest⁣ ⁣ DO YOUR BEST and CHALLENGE YOURSELF!⁣ ⁣ ⁣ On the blog I'm sharing the bare essentials of equipment you need to keep strength training.⁣ ⁣ SAVE this workout and add it to your Home Workout Collection. TAG a friend or me when you get it done. If you need more workout ideas and inspiration check out my YouTube Channel! Links in my bio ▶️⁣ ⁣ How are you guys doing? What's something you're enjoying about your time at home?⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #oxygenelite @oxygenmagazine #sweatpink #fitblackqueens #faithfueled #ideafit #0319mamas #cardioworkouts #workoutroutines #explosivetraining #legworkout #legexercises #pressups #resistancebands #homeworkouts #fitnesspage #nogymnoproblem #homefitness #fatburningworkout #onlinefitness #gluteworkout #exercisevideo #strongcore #fitnessjourney #justtrain #gymjunkie #momwholifts #gymtherapy #strongmindstrongbody #athomeworkouts #nasmcpt

⁣ ⁣ There are supplements that can help how you respond to stress, along with a nourishing diet, and movement. You can combat anxiety during this anxious time. Anxiety is fear of what you cant control. And only God has the sovereign power here the only thing we can do is control how we respond. ⁣ ⁣ Everything is different we dont know if anything will remain the same so we have to know that being intentional about how we act and react can change the way we experience change.⁣ ⁣ [AD] @OrginIndiausa has lots of teas and herbal supplements to help supplement your lifestyle. Sourced better and a company that gives back. I have been taking Shatavari and Ashwagandha to help balance my stress hormones.⁣ ⁣ Shatavri and Ashwagandha is an herb that is thought to be adaptogenic, which means that it may help to regulate the body’s systems and improve resistance to stress.⁣ ⁣ "It is not the strongest species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change." Charles Darwin⁣ ⁣ Ways we can combat stress:⁣ 1️⃣ physical activity (Move however you can)⁣ 2️⃣ get more sleep (Your at home make time to rest)⁣ 3️⃣ try relaxation techniques (Taking small moments for meditation, or to relax throughout the day)⁣ 4️⃣ talk to someone (There are therapist that are offering phone sessions)⁣ 5️⃣ Take control of the things you can. How you eat, what you read and how you react ⁣ 6️⃣ Take it day by day⁣ 7️⃣ Pray⁣ ⁣ Praying we all use this time to relax, stress less and make the most of the time we have!⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #faithfueled #fitblackqueens⁣ #oxygenelite #gethelp #mentalheathawareness #anxietymanagement #aniexty #therapyworks #covid #contagio #dontpanic #staysafe #itsgoodtotalk #shatavri #Ashwagandha #emotionalwellness #anxietyattack #anxietyrelief #hormone #hormonesupport #microbiome #hormonalhealth #onlinehealthcoach #0317mamas #holisticnutritionist #hormonalimbalance⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣

Last week was challenging but we've had worse. ✊🏾When you get knocked down it's not how you fall it's how you get back up.🙌🏾 When there is uncertainty what counts is what you hold on to.⁣ ⁣ In the next few weeks we will all be challenged some how some way.🤦🏾‍♀️🙄😓 Don't let it effect our faith. 🙏🏾🙏🏾⁣ ⁣ Life is still challenging for believers the only difference is we are lost in the right direction. 👌🏾💪🏾⁣ ⁣ Praying for a global direction, healing and peace and better days to come! ⁣ ⁣ But good or bad not giving up or giving in- that would be too easy. Until, we get things figured out I'm going to place my trust in a sure thing-Thank God for Jesus!🙌🏾👌🏾⁣ ⁣ "Rejoice not over me, O my enemy; when I fall, I shall rise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord will be a light to me." Micah 7:8 ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #faithfueled #fitblackqueens #fitforhisreason⁣ #quarantine #covid2019 #pandemic #worldhealthorganization #covid #covid19outbreak #covid19 #2019ncov #mondaymotivation #motivationiskey #selfmotivated #christianfitness #prayerwarrior #faithinspired #activefaith #forhisglory #faithandfitness #faithfulgod #0316mamas #christianathlete #savedbygrace #graceandmercy #graceofgod #alwayspray #prayeroftheday #praywithoutceasing #prayerworks⁣