How great is this show?!?! I can't believe I just started watching this the other day (I know where have I been right?). Sunday on a whim I decided to watch it and I am definitely hooked. I don't think I have cried so much in such a short period of time, that show makes me so emotional.
In my family there are a lot of overweight people so it was very easy for me to replace some of these contestants with some of my own loved ones, even myself. Having decided to lose weight and make this lifestyle change is something that wasn't easy and there were times where I wanted to quit or wondered "what's the point?" but I kept with it and pushed through and finally arrived at a place where I am content.
This show is amazing because you really can see that these people want to change their lives and also see that a lot of times it's not so cut and dry as "oh they just need to stop eating cookies" or "they are just lazy". People are so mean and so judgmental of others with weight problems, I think this show (for those that do watch) is great at showing that overweight and obese people a lot of times really do struggle to lose the weight, have other issues that are stopping them from losing weight or just gave up due to other life experiences.
The show is on it's 12th season, I am definitely rooting for Ramon because he reminds me so much of my brother and he has such a great personality. Anyhow, if you haven't seen it definitely give it a try! Click here.
Showing posts with label Motivation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Motivation. Show all posts
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Snow Day
Ugh. I can't believe that it's not even November yet and it's snowing out here on the east coast. Really mother nature?!? Anyhow, that just means an at home workout for tonight :) I am finishing up with my 8 week bikini body boot camp with Fitness Magazine so I will be doing my 2nd strength workout of the week. I must say, I am so happy that I was able to participate in this program. I never get chosen for anything but to be chosen and for something that I love to do and am enthusiastic about? Well that is just the icing on the cake.
The way the program is set up is there are 6 workouts per week (you can do more than one workout a day, some of the girls have been doing that) so depending on how you decide to go forward it can be done in as little as 3 days or as many as 6. You need 3 strength and 3 cardio workouts per week all of which were given prior to the start of the program (created by top trainer Holly Rilinger). Other perks of the program where a spot in Holly's September Training Camp (her signature boot camp) and weekly classes at Flywheel (one of the best indoor cycling studios in NYC) a pretty sweet deal if I do say so myself.
There is only 1 more week left until the end of the program which is a bummer but I can definitely say the program works. I started at 150 and am down to 142 and have lost a few inches all over. I would say that is pretty successful :) What I really loved about the whole experience though was meeting Holly and being exposed to group classes which I had never had the luxury of trying before (all my weight loss prior had been done at home with DVDs). I can definitely say I am addicted to fitness classes which poses a problem since I can't really afford them but thanks to Groupon and other discount sites I have been able to secure a few random passes.
If you have not tried a group class I definitely recommend it - it is so much FUN! Watching other people give you that extra oomph to try harder, keeps you motivated and makes you feel a part of a team which is always nice. If thinking you will look ridiculous has stopped you from trying out a class in the past you'll soon realize that 1) no one is paying attention to you and 2) there are definitely worse if you look around lol. So take a chance or try a different class, get out there and get sweaty :)
The way the program is set up is there are 6 workouts per week (you can do more than one workout a day, some of the girls have been doing that) so depending on how you decide to go forward it can be done in as little as 3 days or as many as 6. You need 3 strength and 3 cardio workouts per week all of which were given prior to the start of the program (created by top trainer Holly Rilinger). Other perks of the program where a spot in Holly's September Training Camp (her signature boot camp) and weekly classes at Flywheel (one of the best indoor cycling studios in NYC) a pretty sweet deal if I do say so myself.
There is only 1 more week left until the end of the program which is a bummer but I can definitely say the program works. I started at 150 and am down to 142 and have lost a few inches all over. I would say that is pretty successful :) What I really loved about the whole experience though was meeting Holly and being exposed to group classes which I had never had the luxury of trying before (all my weight loss prior had been done at home with DVDs). I can definitely say I am addicted to fitness classes which poses a problem since I can't really afford them but thanks to Groupon and other discount sites I have been able to secure a few random passes.
If you have not tried a group class I definitely recommend it - it is so much FUN! Watching other people give you that extra oomph to try harder, keeps you motivated and makes you feel a part of a team which is always nice. If thinking you will look ridiculous has stopped you from trying out a class in the past you'll soon realize that 1) no one is paying attention to you and 2) there are definitely worse if you look around lol. So take a chance or try a different class, get out there and get sweaty :)
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Sparkpeople - Tons of info at your fingertips!
Sparkpeople is a great site that offers members a place to track their food intake, fitness minutes & measurements. It also houses quite a few experts in the health and fitness fields that help members by answering questions on the message boards as well as by providing custom content in the forms of recipes, workout videos and blog posts about the latest news, research and gadgets in the industry.
What I have found really beneficial (aside from the trackers which are awesome) is the community. Sparkpeople has a wonderful message board where you can ask questions and meet new people who are also trying to lose weight or that have already lost the weight and are trying to help others out. I have met quite a few new friends through Sparkpeople, it's great to have that outlet when you are struggling to stay motivated. The creme de la creme is that Sparkpeople is 100% free :) No "premium features" that cost additional, you get full access once you sign up. If you want to be able to track your progress, have access to tons of information and meet new friends then I highly recommend you check Sparkpeople out. If you need a buddy, look me up gab6784.
What I have found really beneficial (aside from the trackers which are awesome) is the community. Sparkpeople has a wonderful message board where you can ask questions and meet new people who are also trying to lose weight or that have already lost the weight and are trying to help others out. I have met quite a few new friends through Sparkpeople, it's great to have that outlet when you are struggling to stay motivated. The creme de la creme is that Sparkpeople is 100% free :) No "premium features" that cost additional, you get full access once you sign up. If you want to be able to track your progress, have access to tons of information and meet new friends then I highly recommend you check Sparkpeople out. If you need a buddy, look me up gab6784.
She lost 125lbs and kept it off! - AMAZING!
Slim Katie over at runs for cookies was once over 250lbs but with dedication, hard work and exercise she lost 125lbs. I originally found her on Sparkpeople and she is truly inspiring! I have been reading her blog for a few months now and aside from being motivating and inspiring she is funny! Her posts are down to earth and it's fun following her race training. She posts recipes, her workouts and other non fitness related stuff. Her story is motivating for me and many, if she can do it - SO CAN YOU! Check her out :)
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Miss South Carolina 2011 - A True Inspiration!
Bree Boyce is the reigning Miss South Carolina and her story is very motivation and inspirational to any one struggling with weight loss. Bree used to be an obese teen but turned her life around and lost over 110 lbs! Aside from that amazing feat she also went on to win her title of Miss South Carolina and will be competing in the up coming Miss America pageant. After seeing a few interviews and now reading her blog (click the link above), I honestly feel that Bree is not just another pretty face but very dedicated and knowledgeable about her cause. Check out her blog and/or like her on FB :)
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