We can be inspired by anyone, from loved ones to new acquaintances to our own innermost thoughts and dreams. The important thing is to keep that inspiration alive – to keep moving forward on our journey to achieving and maintaining our health. Today I had a conversation with one of my sisters and we discussedContinue reading “Looking Backward to Move Forward”
Tag Archives: weight
Dealing with Disappointment
What happens when your third race is your slowest race? My first 5K was 45 minutes, and my second one was 44 minutes. My third 5K was 46 minutes. Do I know what happened? I have suspicions. I had slacked off on my training because one of my knees had been bothering me. I gotContinue reading “Dealing with Disappointment”
Keys to Success: Self-Regulation
Practice makes (mostly) perfect… I recently read a Facebook post asking how to develop self-discipline, or the ability to put off short-term pleasures in pursuit of long-term goals. Many people responded in different ways. But they all added up to one thing: you just have to do it. Practice self-discipline to improve, just like anyContinue reading “Keys to Success: Self-Regulation”
Setting Goal Weights
Whether you are currently in the maintenance or the weight loss phase, establishing goals can be motivational. This is an important step we may take many times during our journey. Let’s learn more about setting goal weights that can help us to move forward even when it feels like progress is slow. For more onContinue reading “Setting Goal Weights”
TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly
75 years ago, Esther Manz invited friends into her Milwaukee, Wisconsin home for a weight loss, mutual support meeting. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is still helping dieters with weekly meetings throughout the United States and Canada, as well as Zoom meetings for those unable to attend in person. Other tools and videos available onContinue reading “TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly”
Fat Shaming, Weight Stigma & Bias
This can be a painful topic, and it was hard to even know where to start. But it’s important to address the unfair treatment that many of us have experienced. I chose this image of a strong person breaking through a barrier of bricks to represent today’s topic. It symbolizes what I’d like for usContinue reading “Fat Shaming, Weight Stigma & Bias”
Meal Prep: Skinnytaste One & Done
Gina Homolka has created quite the cookbook series for us. In addition to her books, you can visit her website for many free recipes, plus free weekly planners complete with shopping lists. She really is an incredible chef who creates so much deliciousness with so few calories! This is my fourth blog post on Skinnytaste.Continue reading “Meal Prep: Skinnytaste One & Done”
In the News: Weight Watchers Is New Owner of Sequence, Wegovy, Ozempic Supplier
You may have seen reports of some major weight loss industry news – WeightWatchers (WW) has purchased a company called Sequence. Sequence has a weight management program that includes weight loss medication, a nutrition plan, a fitness plan, medical insurance coordination, and access to health care professionals. It’s known for its access to GLP-1 agonistContinue reading “In the News: Weight Watchers Is New Owner of Sequence, Wegovy, Ozempic Supplier”
Exercise: Workout Music Playlists
We have all felt the positive effects of hearing that perfect piece of music at just the right time. Music can motivate you to put in that little bit of extra effort that can make a big difference over time. Workout music is a key component to the fitness routines that we establish to helpContinue reading “Exercise: Workout Music Playlists”
Water Essentials
You’ve likely heard that the human body is largely made up of water – the exact percentage varies considerably based upon age and sex (1). And, it’s common diet knowledge that many of us don’t drink enough water, which can actually slow weight loss or even lead to weight gain. How can water help us?Continue reading “Water Essentials”
Dealing With Detractors
You have just reached a health milestone! Whether it’s a smaller pants size, a weight loss goal, or your fastest 5 mile walk, you’re excited and anxious to tell your friend or relative. But rather than sharing in your happy success, your loved one minimizes your achievement, or worse yet, cuts you down. Has thisContinue reading “Dealing With Detractors”
What Is Skinny Fat?
Today I read a Facebook post that mentioned “skinny fat.” I thought that this unfortunate phrase could be either a typo or a joke, but instead discovered that it’s a true health concern. Metabolically-Obese Normal Weight (MONW) is a real condition that increases your risk factors for the same diseases as typically found with obesityContinue reading “What Is Skinny Fat?”
In the News: Erythritol Linked to Heart Attack, Stroke, Death
I noticed this news item in CNN Health and thought it was important to share it with you quickly. If you do an internet search, you will find that most news outlets have picked it up. Basically, a study published on February 27, 2023 in the journal Nature reports that people with the highest bloodContinue reading “In the News: Erythritol Linked to Heart Attack, Stroke, Death”
Basal Metabolic Rate / Resting Energy Expenditure – Calculations and Accuracy
As you may know, I’ve been very fortunate to have had the opportunity to visit the Mayo Clinic Bariatric Center in Jacksonville, Florida. While there, they performed many tests, including my resting energy expenditure (REE) and basal metabolic rate (BMR). These terms are sometimes used interchangeably though there are slight differences. REE includes some lowContinue reading “Basal Metabolic Rate / Resting Energy Expenditure – Calculations and Accuracy”
Self Care: Mindfulness
Have you been seeing the term mindfulness more often lately? It’s not always associated with dieting, but it is often discussed in terms of health benefits. As it turns out, it can play a role in maintaining a healthy weight. Sometimes mindfulness is coupled directly with food, as in mindful eating. In that case, it’sContinue reading “Self Care: Mindfulness”
Weighing In on That
How often should you weigh in to check your maintenance progress? Short answer: it depends on the individual. For the long answer, read below to find out what studies and experts suggest. But in the end, it still comes down to what you feel is best for you! I weigh myself daily, though I’ve beenContinue reading “Weighing In on That”
How to Support Others on Their Weight Maintenance or Weight Loss Journeys
Today let’s talk about ways we can help others as we strive to maintain our healthy weight. So the focus will be on support for friends and family, whether we interact with them in person, or online in various groups and websites. And while we are helping others, we will be learning how to beContinue reading “How to Support Others on Their Weight Maintenance or Weight Loss Journeys”
Body Dysmorphia & Other Related Concerns
Let’s learn about body image issues that can keep us from maintaining a healthy weight. If you feel that the descriptions below sound like the struggles you are dealing with, I hope you’ll talk about it with a medical provider. You don’t need to be alone in this! There are 6 common eating disorders accordingContinue reading “Body Dysmorphia & Other Related Concerns”
In the News: Childhood and Adolescent Obesity Guidelines
How do you feel about offering prescription diet medications to 12 year olds? Permanent weight loss surgery to a 13 year old? Weight loss counseling to a toddler? Yes, I’ve taken the obesity interventions recommended by the American Academy of Pediatricians (AAP) to their extreme conclusions, but those really are are part of their guidelines.Continue reading “In the News: Childhood and Adolescent Obesity Guidelines”
BMI, Waist Circumference & Waist-to-Hip Ratios
Many experts agree that weight and body mass index (BMI) are insufficient to assess our health. This is because exercise, which is clearly healthy, builds muscle mass. Muscle is significantly more dense than fat, so it is possible to gain weight and actually be thinner and healthier than you were at a lower weight. BMIContinue reading “BMI, Waist Circumference & Waist-to-Hip Ratios”
Maintain Weight Loss 