So after I hit a plateau last week and lost 0 lbs, I was in a bit of a funk. I decided I wasn't going to let the scale impact me negatively, so I went running. I literally published my week 5 update and hit the track for a 5 mile jog!...
If you're a regular reader, then you know I am using Medifast to reach my 2015 health goals. I started on January 5th and this morning weighed in for my final day of week 5. I am down 13.6 pounds in 5 short weeks! But for me, it's not just about the...
Last week for my week 3 Medifast update, I "thought" I hit a plateau. GOOD NEWS...that was NOT the case. My Medifast nutritionalist (Charlotte) explained what was happening. "Often times, when people introduce new and/or more vigorous exercise, weight loss will be at a standstill or you may even gain a bit of weight for...
I really felt like I owned this week from a Medifast perspective. I passed the week 2 mark on the 5 & 1 plan which meant my exercise level could increase since my body has adjusted to the lower caloric intake. Instead of just walking, I added jogging, run/walk intervals and fat burning exercises into...
I just concluded week 2 of my Medifast journey and happy to report I am down another 3.6 lbs (for a loss of 10.2 lbs in 2 weeks)! I have been active every single day. I tracked 10.8 miles walking but I'd say it was more like 15+ miles since I...
It's a new year, time for a fresh start! Hello 2015! For the new year, I made personal goals which consist of being active EVERY SINGLE DAY and living a healthier lifestyle. Last year, I put myself on the back burner which left me feeling sluggish and burnt out. My exercise declined and I...
One of my all-time favorite comfort foods is mashed potatoes. Ask my mom if you don't believe me, I used to beg for them every single day and lick the bowl clean. Medifast just released two new products (sour cream & chive mashed potatoes and garlic mashed potatoes). I just...
The holidays are over...time to get focused on health. Don't beat yourself up if you had too many sugary sweets while making memories with your loved ones. Start clean in 2014! No more excuses! Did you make a resolution about exercising more, slimming down, and/or living a healthier lifestyle? If you...