You may have heard a familiar saying among fitness enthusiasts: “You can’t out train a bad diet.” Well, “technically” you “could” work out for hours and hours and burn any extra calories you may have consumed but is that what you REALLY want to do? You see, your body is designed to burn what it […]

So, ever since I decided to get serious about fitness, more fitness inspired posts have popped up on my Instagram explorer page. If you know me, I believe in “the law of attraction,” and feel that we are all drawn to things, people, experiences and circumstances that are related to goals we set for ourselves. […]

I am excited to introduce you to Markell and Jessica Thomas as this week’s “Transformation Tuesday” feature. Tell us about you and how fitness has impacted your life: We are a married couple of 20 years. We are (43 years old). We found fitness and competing to be a great shared hobby. Fitness has strengthened […]

For the most part, people who are sedentary (limited physical activity) can lose weight FAST because the calorie adjustment and extra physical activity will be somewhat of a “shock” to their body. However, your body is smart and will begin to adjust to the added exercise and limited caloric intake which may lead to a […]

Every great accomplishment starts with the decision to commit. If you are truly dedicated to transforming your body, I have 5 things you should know. From creating a meal log to setting short term goals, it is important to establish a good foundation before you get started. Check out what helped me lose over 45 […]

From peanut butter jelly sandwiches to salmon and veggies, there are a wide range of food options for you to eat before and after your workouts to maximize results. Check out the ones that made the list and choose what works best for you at Maria More Dot Com.

So, you’re motivated to get in shape but you feel overwhelmed about how to get started. No worries, you’re among MANY people who have this dilemma. Here are some important tips that every fitness beginner should consider: Calculate your recommended calorie intake. Everyone is different and we all have a wide range of nutrition needs. […]

Unless you’re a gym rat, you probably don’t get excited about doing push ups, jumping jacks, or burpees. In fact, most people skip the gym all together because the mental anguish of exercising is too much to bear. However, if you learn to make exercise a positive experience, you’ll begin to become more motivated about getting active. […]

By now I’m sure you’ve figured out that losing weight is not just about exercise but how you eat. One of the hardest things for people to overcome is food cravings, especially late at night. When you give in to these after hours cravings, you’re putting yourself at risk of gaining weight because you’re adding […]

We’ve all heard that eating less results in weight loss but eating more of these foods can help you burn fat. Fish, nuts, milk and berries each have unique proponents that not only provide your body with nutrition, they also aid in burning fat. Read more on these foods and their benefits HERE

Here are 5 green foods that help combat illness and provide the powerful effects to help you live a longer and healthier life: Broccoli: Helps prevent birth defects, improves the immune system, strengthens bones, an excellent source of vitamin A, B6, C, E, and K, as well as iron, calcium, manganese, and potasium Spinach: Helps with constipation, […]

“Turn your face toward the sun and the shadows will fall behind you.” – Author Unknown Struggles are designed to strengthen you and every obstacle is an opportunity to be better. Remember, progress requires to persistence and success has everything to do with where you place your focus. Give your attention to a positive outcome […]