From personal experience, I know the negative effects of having too much salt and sugar in your diet. Both salt and sugar absorb extra water causing you to retain water weight and appear bloated. Although sugar and salt don’t have to be completely omitted from your diet in order to lose weight, you should still do […]
“Action is the foundational key for all success.” – Picasso Remember, a goal without a plan is just a wish. Don’t waste time contemplating about what you want to do, take ACTION.
Sugar isn’t bad for you, but over consuming it can lead to weight gain and create and addiction that is hard to shake. Personally, I’ve battled sugar addiction for many years. I have a SERIOUS sweet tooth and unless I plan out my day (in terms of what I’m going to eat), it is very […]
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Author Unknown Determination is what fuels your dream. Don’t give up on something you really want. Remember, progress requires perseverance.
Fat loss requires the right combination of diet and exercise. It is also helpful to know WHEN to eat certain foods to ensure you are burning everything you eat as fuel. Carbohydrates are your body’s preferred source of fuel, but to lose weight, you must time your consumption of carbs properly. Here are the 3 […]
Don’t let a bad moment turn into a bad day. ~Author Unknown When you fall, you have to decide between staying down or getting up and moving forward. Your choice will determine your outcome. Remember, success has nothing to do with how you fall but how you RESPOND after the fall. Don’t let a bad moment turn […]
Exercising is a great way to lose weight but you’ll make more progress by making sure you are getting the proper nutrients in your diet. Healthy FATS are important for everyone to consume. Although the term “fat” is often interpreted as a negative, there are many “healthy” fats that can actually help you lose weight. […]
“Well done is better than well said.” – Benjamin Franklin Progress requires action. Having a dream is a great start but you won’t achieve your goal until you DO the work.
From adding a day of cardio to eating more protein, there are a variety of ways to break through a fitness plateau. If you’ve been working hard and staying disciplined with your eating habits but feel stuck, try these tips to start seeing progress again: Eat more protein and healthy fats: Not only does protein help […]
It’s FIT FRIDAY! here’s a great way to exercise outdoors and spend some quality time with your little one. (My daughter weighs 38 pounds, strength training for me, fun for her…lol!)
“Failure is a part of life, Success is learning from it.” – Hurricane Dave Remember, every set back is a set up for something even better. So don’t be discouraged when things get hard. Instead, focus on continuing to move forward!
There was a time when I would literally gain weight if I even LOOKED at a doughnut, but today (and after years of learning my body and creating healthy eating habits), I am able to enjoy the foods I love without packing on the extra pounds. My secret? I naturally boosted my metabolism, burning more […]