Get inspired to workout and save money!

Bribe yourself into fitness with a personal tip money jar!

Sometimes it can be hard to get motivated for your workout. It's cold and chilly outside or maybe it's too hot. You're busy and have no time. You're not feeling well or, plain and simple, not in the mood to get off of the couch! I've been there, you've probably been there, we've all been there at least once in our lives!

So what can we do for motivation? Here's an easy do-it-yourself project that can help get you in shape and saving money!

Grab a jar, preferably clear so you can see the contents grow and keep yourself motivated. Every time you successfully get off the couch and complete a workout, reward yourself by adding a dollar or two to your fit money jar! Give yourself a goal or a timeline. For example, wait one month before counting the contents and/or tell yourself that you wont spend the money until you've reached $50 dollars!

It's as easy as that! After dedicating yourself to your workout and donating to your fit jar, treat yourself! Pledge that money to something small, like a manicure or a new book! If you'r feeling really motivated, up the stakes! Pay yourself more and save for a big treat like a weekend getaway!

It's a good trick that you can use to get motivated and inspire yourself to do almost anything, from working out to taking vitamins! Good luck and get motivated! And don't forget your daily fibre!

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PGX wants you to live life to the fullest!

Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen! -Baz Luhrmann

Have you ever seen the video for Sunscreen by Baz Luhrmann? It may be addressed to graduating students of the class of 1999 but its messages can hit home for anyone who lives and experiences the ups and downs of life. This Motivation Monday, take five minutes for yourself; listen or watch this video and you will feel inspired to live your life to the fullest!

Stay healthy and take care everyone! Have a fabulous week!

What an absolutely fabulous way to get excited and motivated for a 5K run!

I like to think of myself as being a fairly active person; I go on runs, ride my bike every so often, and play on a field hockey team. However, I have yet to run in an official race or run of any kind - and to be completely honest, I've never really had much motivation to do so. Until now!

The other day (while perusing Pinterest), I came across the most fun loving picture of a girl covered head to toe in what can only be described as vibrant colours, complete with the caption "The happiest 5K on the planet. The Color Run" (see right!). Needless to say, I was instantly intrigued.

So, I decided to do some research and I discovered, not only one, but two different runs that infuse your race experience with fabulous colour: The Color Run and the Color Me Rad 5K. Both races seem to only have a few rules: start the race off in a white T-shirt; have fun while you run; and end the race covered in colour! Sounds like a great way to be healthy and have fun to me!

If you're preparing for a race, get that extra bit of fuel when training with PGX SatisFast - it mixes great with smoothies!

Have you ever run a colour run? What'd you think? Tell us about it in the comments below or on our Facebook page!

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Don't forget an important key to great health is simply being HAPPY!

Not only is exercising and eating healthy beneficial to your overall health but being happy everyday can make a big difference in how you feel. Do at least 3 things a day that bring a smile to your face. You will be amazed by how much lighter and happier you feel by the end of the week.

The best part is that smiles are contagious - spread the happiness around.

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How are you going to push your limits, cross your boundaries or get out of your comfort zone this week?

Today is a perfect day to think about how you can push yourself out of your comfort zone. Maybe it's time to try something new that you never thought you could accomplish.

It could be a new exercise activity, or a new workout routine that you've been nervous to try. It might even be a new hobby you've been putting off. Or, maybe it's a new idea that you've wanted to present at work but felt worried about other peoples opinions.

There's no better time than the present to toss those fears aside and jump right in!

What motivates you to try new things?

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