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Do you tend to overcomplicate things? with Elizabeth Girouard

written by Elizabeth of Pure Simple Wellness

Do you tend to overcomplicate things?

If I had to answer that for myself – it would be a resounding “YES!” Hi, Elizabeth of Pure Simple Wellness here, ex-diet coke addict turned health coach! The journey to wellness wasn’t always easy….

When I was started changing my diet away from the Standard American Diet (SAD) I quickly became overwhelmed and frustrated. My doctor told me to follow a very restrictive diet, with no support. It was horrible. I failed miserably and thought I would never make any lasting changes. It was so hard and so unmanageable, particularly as a mom of 3 kids under the age of 2! Initially I thought to myself: This is impossible – I can’t do it alone!

After a few weeks, I stopped beating myself up and decided, maybe I can do this, but maybe I need to take a different approach. I took a step back and reevaluated what was possible and achievable for me – which was to break down the process into smaller, manageable chunks. And, I found support along the way. When you have support you are 65% more likely to achieve your goals.

Baby steps will get you to your goals, in a slow and steady, sustainable way. Once I made simple manageable changes, issues that I had had for years started going away. I always had skin rashes. I always had an upset stomach. I always had intermittent eczema. I used to go into anaphylactic shock from seeds and tree nuts. I had all kinds of crazy stuff for years and I just thought that was part of who I was. Each small but significant victory motivated me to keep going, keep learning, and keep charging forward.

Sometimes when you overcomplicate things, it keeps you stuck. Instead of feeling overwhelmed and stuck – identify ONE small task that you can start today. Then, once that become habit, add another small change. Before long, you will start seeing sustainable results from these small changes. And each small victory will help you to achieve your goals. That is how I made it to where I am today!

What is one small step you can make today to get closer to your goals? Why not try drinking an extra glass of water or switching out that side of fries for a side of grilled veggies. Remember the WHY behind it all and use that to motivate you. And if you need support or help coming up with your plan – that’s what I live for! I’m here to help you. Click here to schedule your free 20-min so we can come up with a plan together ❤️ The rest of your life begins today!  https://calendly.com/elizabethwellness/freecall

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Katie is a passionate mover who was brought to Pilates through dance. After a professional dance career, Katie discovered her love of teaching-connecting the mind and body, and working with students of all ages and levels. Her appreciation and understanding of everyone’s ever changing body and needs only became greater as her own body went through pre and post natal stages, an experience which has helped Katie navigate problem solving, and bring a freshness to each session making them feel personal and specific to each body’s needs. Her sessions are full of flow and aim to challenge clients with a sense of comfort, and often a little humor, all of which she has brought to Pure Pilates since 2016. Katie thinks the gift of movement and self care is one of the best things one can do for overall wellness, and is thrilled to seek and fulfill milestones and goals with each of her clients. When she’s not at the studio, Katie is taking care of her three little humans- another job that also makes her smile, laugh, and challenges her on the daily.
Eighteen years ago I discovered my love for Pilates. After having my two children, I felt the need to move my body again. At the time I was living in North Carolina, and worked through many different exercise and training programs. I discovered Pilates, and instantly knew it was right for me. Forteen years later, and a move to New Jersey, I decided to share my love of Pilates with other people looking for some way to move their bodies. Pilates has also been a way for me to keep me strong and flexible to continue many activities. My family loves to be active, and I often find when we are all together (mostly vacations) our days consist of activity and movement such as hiking, kayaking, or skiing(more on this later). As I have gotten older I find it even more imperative now that I keep my body strong. Recently I was in a skiing accident that left me with many knee injuries and ultimately having to go into surgery. I found being able to do light Pilates a few weeks after surgery kept me sane and ultimately helped with recovery time. Pilates has not only helped me be able to keep up with my children, but has also provided me with a body that is able to function at peak performance. My approach to Pilates can be described in one, simple word: movement. Movement can help you, both physically and mentally. Movement, and Pilates, is ultimately about self care. Having a built in time to focus on your body and movement can help relieve yourself of feeling tired, anxious, and stressed. Movement awakens you. Even after one session you can leave feeling calmer and energized.
Enjoyment of life through movement is a vital part of Kathy’s philosophy. When not in the studio she leads an active lifestyle trail running, cycling, skiing and hiking. She also loves connecting with people while traveling with family and friends. One of her favorite cycling trips was riding along the coast of northern California. Learning new things and sharing knowledge is also important to Kathy. She has a passion for food, likes to cook for her family and experiment with new recipes. She is currently trying to achieve the perfect pizza. She is also an avid reader of historical fiction and biographies. Her latest endeavor is learning to play golf.
Carol M. Crincoli, owner Pure Pilates studio, has been in the fitness industry since 1990, with experience in corporate and commercial fitness, recreational programming and teaching as an adjunct professor. She began practicing Pilates in 2003 and received Pilates training through the PhysicalMind Institute in New York, NY. She holds certifications from the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) as a group exercise instructor, personal trainer and lifestyle and weight management consultant. She was also accepted into the IDEA-PFT Recognition System as an Elite Level Personal Fitness Trainer. She is the only trainer in the NY-metro area for Trent McEntire’s Arcus equipment. Carol graduated from the Boston Conservatory of Music with a BFA in musical theater and a minor in dance. Opening Pure Pilates is the culmination of a lifetime dream, and her mission to "inspire life from the core" is a holistic approach to health and wellness—from exercise and nutrition, to stress management and self-care. Carol is also the inventor of 8th Avenue Rail, an organizing solution for Tower springs.