Losing weight and getting in shape is hard work. And keeping it off may be even harder! It’s incredibly inspirational to meet someone who also struggled with that but then succeeded. What finally worked for them? In my “How they did it” series, I interview people who overcame challenges and found a healthy lifestyle in midlife. It’s never too late to become your best self! Meet Eddie Continue Reading
What I wish I’d known starting out on my fitness journey
On October 26, I celebrate my 12th “Fitiversary.” It’s what I call the anniversary of starting to exercise and what led to a transformation to a healthier me, physically and emotionally. That day I first stepped on the treadmill for 15 minutes, I had no idea it was a monumental moment. I had no expectations. After all, I had a long history of starting and stopping exercise and of yo-yo Continue Reading
How I walked off 60 lbs. — and you can, too
People are often surprised to find out that I used to struggle with large fluctuations in my weight, and with sticking to exercise. But I finally overcame all that by starting a walking program, and it changed my life. It can for you, too! In this story on the Blue Cross NC blog, learn how I did it and see a demo video of my special calorie-burning cardio walking technique. Read Continue Reading
It’s never too late: How to get fit over 40
Think it’s too late for you to get fit and improve your health? Think again! I understand. I’ve been there. At age 41, I finally overcame decades of yo-yo dieting and failure to stick with exercise. Today, I’m helping others over 40 experience life-changing improvement in their lives and health — and witnessing their incredible weight-loss transformations. Getting fit isn’t rocket science, Continue Reading
Lose it for good this time: My 10 best fitness and weight loss tips
I recently celebrated my 10th “Fitiversary” – the anniversary of starting my weight loss and fitness transformation. Today, I’m a Certified Personal Trainer, helping others in their own journeys. People always seem shocked when they find out I used to weigh nearly 100 pounds more than I do now, or that I ever had a hard time sticking with exercise. But 10 years ago, I left behind decades of Continue Reading
Feel the fear and do it anyway
I had quite a thrill recently when I heard my name and words on one of my favorite business and motivational podcasts, the Ziglar Show. The host had posed the question: "What have you achieved while still being scared?" My response was among those chosen to be discussed! You can hear it at the 28:00 mark of Episode 618. But I'd suggest listening to the whole episode -- and subscribing to Continue Reading