I’ve heard this from more than one client when they first come to me for help. And I understand.There’s a part of us that resists, maybe even hates the whole idea of exercise. It is our lazy self, the principle of inertia in us, that tells us we do not have the time or energy [...]

There’s much more to healthy eating, regular exercise and fat loss than applying greater will power, stricter accountability or more discipline to shape up our act. I really believe that in order to make the above a permanent lifestyle change (as opposed to just another diet/exercise program that you go on and off of; succeed [...]

It is very important to have your goals written or typed up and with you at all times, so you can refer to them during challenging moments. I have an index card of my goals/actions in my purse, my gym bag and my car glove box.

A focus board (also referred to as a vision board) is a collage of photos and words that inspire me to stay with my plan of action and not quit. I have pictures of delicious fruits and veggies, a photo of me looking happy and healthy, a photo of lean, sculpted arms, and more. Whatever you find motivating, put it on the board! I use the board five to ten minutes a day while playing inspiring music. Sound corny? Maybe, but it has been a very powerful tool for me in staying on my path and reaching my goals. Click on “My Fat Loss Plan of Action” above to see my steps:

    WEIGHT LOSS is not a short, straight line from Point A to Point B (dammit!), as this drawing so accurately depicts. If you think you should be strong enough, disciplined enough, have the willpower to adhere to a rigid diet without any room for straying, you will surely end in “failure”. There are times [...]