In TEXAS we must beat the heat. Texas is hardly the only state in the heat wave. I could name plenty of sticky heat stricken states begging for a rain drop or two. The high temps have a way of forcing even the best of us into a hazy, lazy, dehydrated state. Also known as… Continue reading STOP THE SUMMER FLUBBER
The word "too" before or after anything is what we call imbalance. Too much or too little of anything is not balanced. We can drink too much water and we might not be drinking enough. We can over-exercise and yet not exercise enough. We can shop and overspend and those who don't ever spend both… Continue reading IMBALANCE
Girlfriends, the pesky last 5-10 pounds can be so frustrating. RIGHT?!? Why is it so hard? Most likely it’s because vanity pounds have nothing to do with actual health. The last 5-10 pounds are generally a personal preference! I look at vanity pounds as a personal individual ascetic. We all have a set… Continue reading Vanity Pounds
Are you ready for the EASIEST most simple family-style meal on planet earth? It's loaded with protein and there is almost no prep time. If you're into chicken get ready for finger-licking finger food. I have made it with drumsticks and or chicken thighs and both cook up flavorful and perfect every time. WHAT YOU… Continue reading Drumroll for Drumsticks
Welcome to the week. Summer is in full swing. Thankfully, all of the excitement and hustle-bustle of graduation is behind us. But there will be no settling down per se. The obligation of all things freshman year of college is full steam ahead. In fact, it reminded me of a previous post I wrote… Continue reading Healthy Obligations
I'm taken by a true story. There is nothing like a true story to sweep you off your feet and tug at your heartstrings. I don't read or watch a lot of fiction but honey I can get LOST all up in a true story. This month, it's all about true testimonials at Abercrombie and… Continue reading Samantha: Success story
Caffeine, Coco nibs, red peppers, grapefruit, ginger, and green tea, have all been linked to weight loss. Is it true? The answer is yes, but... In day to day real life, these "superfoods" only contribute to weight loss or help speed up the metabolism a tincey tiny bit. Don't get me wrong, I'm all about… Continue reading Move more, Eat less + other rocket science-savvy
My spouse, my kids, my roommate, my bestie will NOT eat healthy. How are you suppose to clean up your diet when those around you eat like crap? YOU DO YOU! DO YOU BOO! No one is holding you hostage and force feeding you SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES. Those friends, family, or co-workers who choose to inhale… Continue reading But _____ won’t eat healthy with me!
I'm about to say some things about the D-word. DIET. A lot of what I'm about to harp on you already know to be true. What I hope is that maybe my direct words and approach will enlighten you when it comes to DIETING. A huge problem with RESTRICTIVE diets or dieting is this, "if… Continue reading A prediction on restriction
First week of January in the books...How did it go? I hope you didn't do what I think you did?!?! Don't do it! Don't do it! Whatever you do...DO NOT set your pretty little self up for shame and disappointment. If you are contemplating weight loss or living a more active lifestyle for your beautiful… Continue reading Set RESOLUTION but now experiencing severe to moderate anxiety!
