Special thanks to Jenny Craig for their sponsorship of this post. Last fall, I made the fierce proclamation that I would lose 42 lbs for the arrival of my 42nd year. Deeming it a catchy “42 for 42“, I was determined to find my healthy in the year ahead. So, as you likely know, 42 has arrived… and you might be wondering how it’s going. Well, I’d say it’s going pretty well! As a status update, I’m just … [Read more...]
Is It Easier for Men to Lose Weight?
Is it easier for men to lose weight than it is for women? It might seem that men have an advantage when it comes to shedding extra weight. They make a few changes to their diet and work a little longer and the pounds seem to melt off. In contrast, many women struggle to get lean and seemingly put in more effort to lose less. How unfair! But does science really support the idea that men have a weight loss advantage? Men, Women, and Weight … [Read more...]
Why didn’t I lose any weight?
Often things take a bit of time to take affect. Sometimes you do all the right things but see no results and change tactics, don’t do that ride it out instead. When people start a new diet they get excited do all the right things and then in the first week they lose 5 pounds or so and are very excited with the results, then the next week comes and the only lose a pound or nothing at all and discouragement sets in. What Are Yoyo Diets? You … [Read more...]
4 Things To Do Today To Lose Weight
Everyone likes to have shortcuts to losing weight. Although as we all know the important things really are to have a good diet and to get exercise. Loosing weight is sometimes important just for the ones trying to get a few pounds off their shoulders, but mainly for the ones who have overweight issues it is essential for them to get an extra help with an exercising routine, a nutrition plan which can also come with special pills and products like … [Read more...]
Using your Wii for fitness
I know lots of people have talked in the last year about using a Wii for getting exercise but I sat on the sidelines, sad because I had no Nintendo Wii. Well this has all changed now since I got a Nintendo Wii yesterday for the kids for Christmas. I am not sure if the Wii is really going to be a fitness machine but I am really excited about Christmas morning and trying this thing out. I just ran across a site for a Wii workout called Wii Healthy. … [Read more...]
Dancing to Lose Weight
Dancing with the Stars starts it’s new season tonight and if you have ever watched the show before you already know how hard these contestents work to get the moves right and the dances very fluid and professional looking. This season there are two stars whos names you know that have had trouble losing some lately. Jenny Garth who you might remember from Beverly Hills 90210 and Marie Osmond from the Donnie and Marie show as well as other … [Read more...]
Cardio Training for weight loss
Being a fit and healthy person is something everyone aims at. Being healthy never goes out of style. Health is wealth and our body is the most valuable asset we could have in this lifetime. Thus it is important for us to take good care of it and give it the attention and time it needs. When it comes to ensuring and maintaining the health or to lose weight the best option is to do cardio training. What exactly is Cardio Training? Cardio … [Read more...]
Weight loss during Holiday season
It is in the Holiday Season that we all indulge ourselves in over-abundance, especially when it comes to food. Here are 15 holiday eating tips to get you through this holiday season. 1. When You Feel Full Stop Eating This is something most people don't, do. Especially those that are in the 'clean plate' club and don't like to leave food on their plates at the end of a meal. Honestly, there is absolutely no shame in leaving that extra … [Read more...]
My Postpartum Body
When Daniel took this photo, I was just five days postpartum. We had gone to the pediatrician earlier that afternoon, ... (c) Andie Mitchell - Read entire story here. … [Read more...]
Day 25: Getting Nervous
Special thanks to Jenny Craig for their sponsorship of this post. Today marks day 25 for me returning to the Jenny Craig program, and if I’m honest with y’all: I’m NERVOUS. I’m down -13.1 lbs* on the program in just three weeks. For the first time in MONTHS, I’ve ended September with a net loss in weight. I truly feel like I can lose the 30 lbs that are staring back at me when I step on the scale, after … [Read more...]
Day 25: Getting Nervous
Special thanks to Jenny Craig for their sponsorship of this post. Today marks day 25 for me returning to the Jenny Craig program, and if I’m honest with y’all: I’m NERVOUS. I’m down -13.1 lbs* on the program in just three weeks. For the first time in MONTHS, I’ve ended September with a net loss in weight. I truly feel like I can lose the 30 lbs that are staring back at me when I step on the scale, after … [Read more...]
How Anthony Brown Lost 180 Pounds
Weight Loss Win is a weekly series I do for Yahoo. This week’s Weight Loss Winner is Anthony Brown who ... (c) Andie Mitchell - Read entire story here. … [Read more...]
Facts about Atkins
As I have said in the past I am not a follower of the Atkins diet but no one can argue that many people swear by Dr Atkins and the Low carb revolutuon that it sparked. In order to be healthy, look good, feel great and lead happy lives, a lot of people are now focusing on losing ; and are searching for ways to help them lose and keep it off. Due to the lifestyle most people live these days, the refined and unhealthy foods people eat and also due … [Read more...]
Signs that You Need to Burn Fat
Burning fat is essential if you want to lose weight. Unfortunately, many people are in denial and they assume that weight loss is not for them. You don’t have to wait until you start experiencing health problems so that you can start your weight loss. The earlier you start using fat burners for women, the easier it is for you. Most of the time, you do not need to lose excess body fat and you will realize that you have lost weight significantly. … [Read more...]
With the Help of an App, Melissa Lost Over 60 Pounds in 5 Months
Melissa Mountain, age 35, was so excited to be getting married to the love of her life, but she was ready for a change. Weighing in at 250 pounds, she told POPSUGAR, "I started my weight-loss journey on Nov. 7, 2017, in anticipation of my wedding." Learn how she was able to lose over 60 pounds in five months. Related: You Won't Be … [Read more...]
Wondering What’s Next
I posted a few months back about my 2018 weight loss challenges. After trying my best to lose weight on the Weight Watchers program, I found myself 6 months in with only 6 pounds lost. I was super frustrated (to put it mildly.) I was mostly upset that I had failed at this program that was so popular worldwide, and that so many people raved about. I struggled with the FREEDOM tied to the program, but stayed the course as long as I could before … [Read more...]
Motivational Monday #84
Happy Motivational Monday! I'm so happy to be back in a routine this week. I don't have anything major going on until at least January, so I feel like it's a good time to get focused on my goals. Other than the binge I wrote about a couple of days ago, I've been doing really well back on Weight Watchers. I've also been following a new running schedule, including speed work, so I feel like I'm getting my "groove" back ;)I have a few Motivational … [Read more...]
6 Fat-Burning Foods For Winter
It seem like diet sabotage is everywhere you look this season. But it's not just about sugary office treats and endless holiday party spreads; some of the most common Winter foods actually help, not hurt, your waistline. Want to know which ones? Read on for six fat-burning foods you should be eating this holiday season! Source: Thinkstock (c) POPSUGAR Fitness - Read entire story here. … [Read more...]
Motivational Monday #85
Happy Motivational Monday! What a tough few days this has been, with my kids eating Halloween candy right in front of me at all hours of the day ;) I've managed to avoid it, which is a big victory for me! Halloween marks the beginning of the whole holiday season, so I'm hoping that I can just keep my goals at the front of my mind and spend my Weight Watchers Points wisely.Overall, though, I'm very happy with how well I've been doing this fall. My … [Read more...]
Making your own Motivation!
Making your own Motivation!It's that time of year where people need a BOOST: to get to the gym, to put down that cookie, to stick to their plan! How do you get up in the dark, when it's cold? Sure you don't WANT TO. Gotta be honest, NO ONE WANTS TO at first. Action precedes motivation!One of my Favorite quotes of all time. What does it mean? It means that we don't MOVE out of the motivation we feel, we MOVE and then feel motivated. We ACT first. … [Read more...]
Smoothies for Weight Loss
Trying to lose can be very difficult for many people. When you’re on a diet, you have to watch what and how much you eat. People often find it hard to prepare a meal that provides the right nutrition without going overboard in terms of calories.If you want to incorporate good nutrition into your diet, smoothies for weight loss can provide a healthy and balanced diet without unneeded calories.How Does Smoothies for Weight Loss Work?To get … [Read more...]