I enjoy sharing fitness articles that I think would be beneficial for folks just beginning their weight loss journey. One of the biggest questions I get about my personal transformation is “How long did it take?” Although I don’t believe in rushing weight loss (and my journey is ongoing), I do understand how motivating it […]
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 […]
The thing I hear most people complain about the most (when it comes to fitness) is their belly bulge. While most people think ab exercises are the answer (they are helpful), the “real” solution is pin pointing what’s causing you to retain weight in your mid section. For some people, it’s eating in excess, for […]
Ingredients 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup diced carrots 4 cups chopped cabbage (approx. ¼ head of cabbage) 1 cup green…
There’s no doubt that being active is important for weight loss but being still is just as important. When I say “still,” I’m referring to sleep! There are so many benefits of a good night’s rest. From the positive impact on your attitude to having more energy throughout the day, getting enough zzzz’s can truly […]
You don’t have to be a gym rat to stay in shape. In fact, a little walking everyday can take you a long way when it comes to reaching your weight loss goals. Walking is a great form of cardio because it burns calories without being too hard on your body. Walking is an excellent alternative to […]
It can be hard to stay motivated to lose weight, especially if you’re not seeing changes as fast as you’d like. However, there are creative ways to stay inspired so that you don’t completely fall off course. Remember Why You Started People want to lose weight for different reasons. What’s yours? Are you doing it to […]
The OWN founder will join forces with Weight Watchers, with Winfrey taking a seat on the company's board, taking on an advising role and engaging in the company's program.
It’s pretty obvious that eating unhealthy foods can cause you to gain weight but the time of day you eat can also affect your waistline. As a matter fact, a recent study found that people who consume the majority of their calories during breakfast lost more weight than those who ate more in the evening. […]
