Weight Training

Whenever working out, I have always gone with cardio. However, this time I am switching it up, and I am going to do weight training. I know that by building muscle I will burn the fat faster, and I want to see results as soon as possible. I have been doing 20 minutes of weight training a day, my arms are killing me, but it feels AWESOME. I have only been working with three pound weights, however, when you are {Read More}

Organic Chicken VS Non-Organic Chicken

Correction: I was just informed Harvestland is not organic. From my experience with other brands, my family have found harvestland to have a better taste and texture. The other day I was watching the Doctors, they gave me a lot of helpful information that will help me in my journey to be a skinnier me. I found out what pink slime is, and I have to say we will rarely eat red meat again, we have also cut out most {Read More}

Dark Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

With me focusing on my weight, I have been following a few ladies on facebook that have went from big to small. I figure I can get a few pointers, I never thought I would get an awesome recipe. I have a major sweet tooth, normally around that time. Often when I go to the store by myself, I will sneak candy and other junk. So when I seen the Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries recipe, I new I was going to {Read More}

Shopping Is Done, The Battle Is Now On!

I went and did my grocery shopping today, what did I get you ask? Shrimp, salmon, tilapia, tuna fish, organic chicken, lots of fruits, and veggies, greek yogurt, whole grain rice, whole grain crackers, seeds, nuts, and some dark chocolate! I am determined to fight the fat, and I am about to win. I have a few recipes I will be sharing soon. These will be my alternatives to my favorite treats. I have set up a few goals, tomorrow {Read More}

Challenge to Losing Weight

When it comes to losing weight, one of the main challenges is getting everyone in the household on the same page. You cannot lose weight if someone else in the house is eating differently. My family is in the process of completely changing out eating habits. We’re removing red meats from our diet, and including more seafood, chicken, and turkey. We will be eating more BEANS. You know that saying “Beans, beans good for your heart, the more you eat {Read More}

Flabs to Abs Event August 1st – 13th

We all do what we can to drop those pounds before Summer. Who doesn’t want to have those great abs when it comes time to hit those beaches. However, once Summer is over it is back to the couch and on with the pounds. Only to turn around in Spring trying to workout to get that killer body back. So why not stay off the couch and keep those pounds off! I have teamed up with MNMSpecial once again to {Read More}

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