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Something to think about…. As we enter a new decade, let’s think back to when obesity wasn’t a social epidemic. Special desserts remained…special. Prepared by chefs, served for celebration. Birthday cake only on ones birthday… And now we can buy birthday cake flavored anything, so it’s no longer reserved for special occasions. Cherry pie? OnceContinue reading “Y’all ready?”

What do people normally do when they start a health and fitness goal?  They go full on, fast and furious into the gym and their meal plans.  Then what happens? After a couple of weeks, that drive wears off and you are back at square one.  Here is a better approach. Find balance. Make smallContinue reading “Slow down!”

I’m beginning to see all of the advertisements for gyms, slim teas, fitness apps and diets come through all things digital. Here are some truths that you should know: 🍎What works in consistency. If you aren’t consistently working on your nutrition and staying physically active, you will never see results no matter the program. OnContinue reading “All of the diet ads”

Merry Christmas Eve Eve! As you go into the next couple of days, I want to pass along some tips that will keep you level headed and in the game with fitness and nutrition. Make a plan. When planning, schedule in some time to fit in some physical activity. Walk with your kids, turn onContinue reading “Christmas Eve Eve”

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To lose weight, a calorie deficit is key. How much of a deficit? Depends on your current weight and goals, but if you create too much of a deficit, the weight loss plateaus can be more difficult to break through and here is why. What is the metabolic fate of calories? Your body’s heat productionContinue reading “Calorie fate”

Sandwich ideas under 300 calories 😉 https://www.cookinglight.com/food/recipe-finder/300-calorie-sandwiches-recipes?amp=true

I was asked by some to explain what I do on a daily basis for health and fitness. So I will go through what I do and suggestions for others if you want to make similar goals. So here is my outline: 👉🏻 Burn about 300 calories per planned exercise. I make this goal becauseContinue reading “My outline”

I’ve made these cooking light version for my mom (been awhile) but they are great. Here is the link and enjoy! https://www.cookinglight.com/recipes/five-spice-cookies

Your diet either works for you or against you. No amount of working out with this program or that, promising results will actually happen if you don’t have your nutrition on point.  How many times do we hear, “it wasn’t until I got my nutrition in line that….” Your diet is a lifestyle and notContinue reading “Programs that work.”