It’s not easy to get in shape, eat differently or lose weight when you’ve fought that battle most of your life. It doesn’t help matters either when we’re constantly bombarded with ads, magazine covers and social media influencers promising quick and easy results. So we try the latest diet or exercise craze — and then feel defeated when we can’t stick with it. If that resonates with you, take Continue Reading
How to dine out healthier without feeling deprived
With the holiday travel season approaching, many of us will be eating fast food or grabbing food to go. But did you know that two meals at the same restaurant chain can differ by upwards of 1,500 calories? In this post on the Blue Cross NC blog, I show you what to look for if you want to make healthier choices on the go. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
Why you should quit dieting — and how to ditch it for good
Are you sick of the diet rollercoaster? Not only are crash diets and fad diets too restrictive and unsustainable for most people, but they can also be unhealthy. For decades, I struggled with yo-yo dieting. But I finally found a better way...which led to success in my goals! Read more on my new post on the Blue Cross NC blog. Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
How much water you need when you exercise
“How much water do I need?” It’s a FAQ I get as a fitness instructor. According to health guidelines, an adequate daily fluid intake is: About 15.5 cups (125 ounces) of fluids for men About 11.5 cups (91 ounces) of fluids a day for women These recommendations cover fluids from water, other beverages and food. About 20 percent of daily fluid intake usually comes from food and the rest Continue Reading
How to quit sugar without going crazy
Sugar causes inflammation, anxiety, weight gain, and a host of other problems in our body. Yet it is also highly addictive. Sugar is trouble, all around. Looking to get your body un-addicted from the sweet stuff, or to at least cut back? I did it, and it made a HUGE difference in how I feel. So can you! Read my post on the Blue Cross NC blog for my real-life tips on how to make it totally Continue Reading
A portion control trick to enjoy your favorite treats
It isn’t so much what we eat that gets us into trouble - it’s how much of it. As a weight loss success story, moderation rather than deprivation has been a major factor in enabling me to lose weight without giving up foods I enjoy. And I learned a few tricks along the way. See my new post on the Blue Cross NC blog! Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading