This is Why I Don’t Like You…

I know that’s harsh but let’s be honest… Have you been following me for a long time? If so, are you in the same predicament now as you were a year ago or even a few months ago? Imagine if you decided to do something about your health back then… You’d definitely not be standing … Continued

FITNESS is Easier Than You Think…

FITNESS is easier than you think… If you think you need to devote hours a day to exercise, you’re mistaken. It’s your overall activity level over time that will make a big difference in your health. Studies even show that those that FIDGET tend to have a lower BMI (body mass index) than those who … Continued

Make a Change (and dating challenges…)

Random Thots (& the Challenges of Being a Girl) #1 – Legit question…. ✳What’s better, to ask a random stranger to do up the zipper on my dress or my date? 😁 (asking for a friend) #2 – Time is limited so…. ➡Spend time with Important people ➡ Don’t be lulled into a false sense … Continued

Gum Chewing and Your Health

Are you a gum chewer? 🍬 Does chewing gum interfere with your fat loss goals? Say what? Here are some interesting facts for you courtesy of Dr. Mercola: 1. Chewing Gum May Increase Your Junk-Food Intake Many people chew gum to reduce food cravings and, potentially avoid eating unhealthy foods. However, while research shows that … Continued

Why is Weight Loss so Hard Over 40?

Weight Loss and Menopause? Why is it so hard? Is it even possible??   I know that many are discouraged with weight loss over 40 but here’s what you need to know..   ⬆dieting = ⬇metabolism ⬆sedentary living = ⬇metabolism ⬇decreased muscle tone = ⬇ metabolism ⬆processed foods/sugar = ⬆insulin resistance   We may be … Continued

Stressed? 😳 Solution 💡

Do what you can with what you have where you are… Here’s how we handled the challenges and things YOU can do to stay your health course: 1. Breathe. ‘This too shall pass’ 2. Delay panic and look for the possible good in the situation. Every adversity has a seed of good in it. Neutralizing … Continued

What’s for Dinner? [A Typical Tuesday]

Are you stumped as to what to eat? 🙄 I often get asked what I eat, so I thought I’d share a typical day… ✳Let me explain my goals first: I want to eat for energy and performance. In the process, if I get lean by eating wholesome foods, then that’s great, but I will … Continued

What Are You Waiting For?

What are you waiting for? What are you doing for YOU? We are all terminal. I mean no disrespect and don’t want to be morbid, but we know how this ends for all of us, we just don’t know the ‘details’ of how we will die. So what are you doing to LIVE? Time is … Continued

Weight Loss Success Strategy

Fail to Plan…Plan to Fail… What are you doing to take care of your health? Having a plan is the easiest way to stay on track and not drift back to old habits. Here are a few things to consider: ✅ Pack your lunch for work vs eating out. ✅ Meal prep your breakfast eg … Continued

Bloated and Gassy? Try this…

If you often experience digestive stress after eating certain foods and the discomfort is so severe that it affects your day-to-day activities, you may help yourself by reducing FODMAP foods. There is a link between foods and digestive disorders and there is a good chance that FODMAPs – small carbohydrates in certain foods – are … Continued