In February 2016 I embarked on my weight loss journey and lost 74.5 pounds in a year. In February 2017 I started strength training and lost another 15.5 pounds during the next year. In February 2018, in the spirit of keeping the streak going, I decided to add yoga to the mix. … [Read more...] about My 30 Day Yoga Experiment
Maintenance = Mind Over Matter
After losing 90 pounds since February 1, 2016, I'm now in maintenance mode. Having lost and gained weight many times over the years, I know that losing weight is one thing. Keeping it off is another -- and in some ways it's harder.In the past, I looked at losing weight as a … [Read more...] about Maintenance = Mind Over Matter
69 Pounds in 11 Months
On February 1, 2016, I faced the horrible truth that I weighed 222.5 pounds. The last time I weighed that much, I was pregnant with triplets! This time I didn't have that excuse. I could not believe what I'd done to myself. I felt so embarrassed and ashamed.January is the … [Read more...] about 69 Pounds in 11 Months
Treadmill Desk: 10 Years Later
It's been 10 years since I first saw Dr. James Levine being interviewed on Primetime 20/20 while walking at a treadmill desk.As soon as I saw it, I KNEW the treadmill desk was the perfect solution for one of my biggest problems -- making exercise a regular part of my … [Read more...] about Treadmill Desk: 10 Years Later
Have You Tried Walking Meditation?
We've all heard how good meditation is for you. Maybe you've tried it, the traditional way, with the "ummmm" while focusing on your breath and being absolutely still.For some reason, I cannot do this.No matter how hard I try, I cannot focus on nothing. It works for maybe … [Read more...] about Have You Tried Walking Meditation?