So Dr. Oz is up on the hill, supposedly helping to sort through the swamp of marketers claiming their supplements are the miracle solutions to weight loss. Oh, Dr. Oz. I (and many others) think he, himself, might be the biggest part of the problem. Way, way back in the day, I looked forward to the doctor's appearances on the Oprah show. Once a week, he had a lot of valuable … [Read more...] about Don’t Believe Everything you Read (or SEE on the TEEVEE!)
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Get on Up. Again.
Wow. When I said I thought Heidi Powell would be doing more this season, I had no idea she would be doing THAT much more. What an incredible transformation!!! While the show started with 2 people being "chosen," only the woman made it to the end. She looked AMAZING at the finale and that was PRE skin removal surgery. She was proof of what determination and follow-thru can … [Read more...] about Get on Up. Again.
The Oldest Old and More………
So much to talk about, so little time before I am off to a busy work(out) day! Thanks, Carole K., for sharing that link to Sunday night's 60 minutes about "The Oldest, Old." Love that stuff about aging, the brain, the body, etc. Though much of it was things we have heard over and over (exercise, be social, do puzzles) I think MODERATION was a big take away. A little wine, … [Read more...] about The Oldest Old and More………
Myth 4. The Hardest One for Me to Share.
Good morning and welcome to your Friday. Today I will share Dr. Furhman's 4th and final myth about weight loss. This one is so hard for to share and needs a lot of qualifying, but in fact, I do agree with it, when stated like this: "Exercise will make you lose weight. " I know, I know...what is a fitness instructor and trainer doing, spreading the word that exercise isn't … [Read more...] about Myth 4. The Hardest One for Me to Share.
To Cheat or Not to Cheat? Myth #3
Myth #3 that is keeping people from losing weight is one that I have a hard time wrapping my brain around, but I will share it. This myth is that we should have a cheat day. Dr. Furhman thinks cheat days are aiding in sabotaging our weight loss efforts. Personally, Saturday is my day to eat (and drink) whatever I want. What Dr. Furhman suggests is that because most overweight … [Read more...] about To Cheat or Not to Cheat? Myth #3