Bathing Suit Ready!

Today is the first day of spring which means it's only 10 week until Memorial Day!  And we know what Memorial Day means, don't we?  That it's ok to wear white again?  Well yes, but more specifically Memorial Day officially kicks off  bathing suit season.  Holy pasty white legs, Batman! So let's be honest, if …

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Are You Watching HEAVY?

HEAVY is one of my new favorite shows.  Two morbidly obese people are paired up at a live-in health center for 30 to 180 days (the first few episodes had them at a Houston facility for 30 days and the newer episodes have them at Hilton Head Island for 6 months). The format is along …

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3 Lessons Learned From The Biggest Loser

The Biggest Loser finale was this week.  The winner, Patrick lost a whopping 181 pounds to claim the title.  Congratulations to all the contestants because no matter whether they nabbed the $250K or not, they won back their lives. Watching the show season after season has provided me with some great lessons learned!  Here are …

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Tips for Beginning Runners

Do you want to run but are not sure where to start?  Luckily running is a sport that requires little more than a good pair of running shoes.    If you are a walker that wants to become a runner or a couch-potato in need of some exercise here are a few great plans to turn …

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Write As You Bite

If you're trying to lose some weight, here's one simple tip you can use to help you reach your goal;  keep a food journal. Studies show that those who "write what they bite" lose more weight than those who don't keep track. A small spiral-bound notebook and a pen is all you need to be …

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Tips from The Biggest Loser

I love TV.  But I LOVE Reality TV.   My favorite Reality show right now is The Biggest Loser.  Each week I tune in (or TiVo it) and watch it uninterrupted for the full 2 hours.  Skipping through commercials takes it down to about an hour 45 minutes.    While I can't say I know what it …

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