I recently received a text from a friend of 20 years. It was similar to other messages I receive from many women - she was ready to start to lift weights, but she wasn't sure where to start. But what surprised me in her message was that she prefaced by saying that I...
Losing 100 pounds and keeping it off
Today's transformation from Sara of The Holy Mess is truly inspirational. Sara is sharing her story of losing 100 pounds and keeping it off! We hope you find these inspiring and motivational – and we want to hear from you too! Real people, real stories – inspiring and...
Lifting weights does not make you manly
One thing I hear way too often from other women? I don't lift weights because I don't want to look manly. This statement drives me crazy! Women seem to think that if you just run and run and run, you're going to develop the toned physique they're looking for. I've got...
Lose Weight: Stop starving yourself
If you want to lose weight, stop starving yourself! One mistake people tend to make when trying to lose weight is to starve themselves. Sure, in the short-term, this type of crash diet may work, but it can not, and should not, be maintained. Your body will not have...
Taking Control of your Health
Today’s fitness transformation involves taking control of your health. Major life changes can make a person spiral when it comes to both physical and mental health. Learning how to take back control isn't always easy and sometimes takes outside help. Megan Burke was...
Changing your relationship with food
We asked our readers to share their stories of their health and wellness transformations, and we’re going to share them here, with you. We hope you find these inspiring and motivational - and we want to hear from you too! If you have a story to share, please contact...
Setting Health Goals
Having fitness goals is a great way to hold yourself accountable, push yourself harder than you thought possible, and overall a healthy thing to do. But how do you set realistic goals that you can achieve, that allow you to see changes in your body and that keep you...
Switching up your workout routine
You're working out and have made the gym part of your routine. You do a day of legs, a day of chest and triceps, a day of back and biceps and a day of shoulders. You throw in a rest day or two in between and then you do it all over again. You saw changes in the...
How to get rid of armpit fat
Alright ladies, you know what I'm talking about. That mini fold of pudge that appears at the crease of your armpit and your upper body... also known as armpit fat. Judging by the fact that you've found this post, you're looking for a way to get rid of that nuisance....
Health & Fitness Journal
You've made the decision to start working out and eating healthier. Now what? Action! It's time to make a plan, implement the plan, and track your progress, which is where this printable health & fitness journal comes into play.I always, always, always recommend...