The Ultimate Weight Loss Secret

Most people get off to a good start when they begin a new diet. They lose weight over the first couple of weeks and feel great. Then a couple of hurdles come up and for whatever reason they eat the naughty stuff and undo all their hard work – at least that is what they [...]

The fundamental rule when it comes to weight loss is to use more calories than you consume each day. If you’re going to eat 4000 calories a day and burn just 1000 you’re going to gain weight – there is not two ways about it. The amount of calories you should eat vary depending on [...]

Esther BlumYou will have all read my book review on Esther’s book Eat, Drink and Be Gorgeous (click here if you didn’t). WELL I managed to grab half an hour on the phone with the delightful Esther Blum and wracked her brain on everything I could think of! Esther has worked in the nutrition industry [...]

I am a HUGE Oprah fan as are millions of other men and women around the globe. And I have grown to really enjoy episodes with Oprah AND Dr Oz. Dr Oz is one of the first doctors I’ve seen on TV who not only has a thorough knowledge of conventional medical practices but also [...]

Living your life in a healthy way will allow you to live longer, live happier and enjoy every moment. I can’t stress enough that the most important way to achieve long lasting weight loss and overall heath is immersing yourself in the LIFESTYLE not the diet. Set time for YOU every day to do your [...]

VALERIE’S TIP #2 You don-t have to be in the mood for exercise! Even fit people aren-t always in the mood for their workouts. I have been exercising regularly since I was 14 years-old. And I am in the gym all day with clients. I can assure you-I am not always in the mood, but [...]

VALERIE’S TIP #1 Nutrition accounts for 80% of weight loss results. Regardless of what you do in the gym your body will only transform into red carpet worthy if you fuel your body the right way. One of my main tips with regards to nutrition is to always pre-prepare your food. I always say if [...]

Exercise is crucial not only for weight loss but for a longer, happier and healthier life. Before you start sighing and going on to the next post just wait a minute . . . I too was an exercise hater but now I am an exercise convert. I have seen the light you might say. [...]

Everyone knows the familiar feeling of a hungry tummy. The grumbling noises, the peculiar twirly feeling that makes you want to pick up anything in sight and gobble it down. Unfortunately often when the hunger pangs knock on the door we eat anything that’s quick, easy and will hit the spot. Often the foods you [...]

Hi Guys I was reading a great health mag today and found some interesting stuff on activities and how many kilojoules they burn. . . Knowing the calories that exercises you love burn is a great way to keep on track with your weight loss. Bear in mind that the calories burned will vary depending [...]