About 6 months ago I was ready for a change. I'd been dragging my heals in regards to going to the gym, and I wanted to try something new. That's when I discovered pole fitness. I had thought about it before, but had never taken action, and being in the workout rut that I was,… Continue reading Dairy of a Pole Dancer: First Class
It's time for another Motivational Weight Loss Story! This one is from my cousin, Miranda. She's dealt with a lot in her life, and with many obligations to keep her busy, she still managed to achieve the amazing transformation that you'll see below. She's an absolute inspiration. Hello fellow readers! My name is Miranda, I… Continue reading Motivational Weight Loss Story: Woman Taking Charge
I’ve recently joined a gym and have had a few sessions with a personal trainer. This is great, because I’m doing exercises I wouldn’t normally do on my own, and I’m being pushed to work harder. Weight training isn’t something I’ve done much of before, but with my personal trainer by my side, I’m excited… Continue reading My Unexpected Experience With Weights
Okay, we've all heard it, "Muscle weighs more than fat" but what does that actually mean? That statement is actually not very descriptive. It should read, "Muscle has a higher density than fat." That's what's going on here. Let's look at the famous fat vs muscle picture that's been making the rounds online for the… Continue reading Muscle vs. Fat – Is the Difference What We Think?
Alright, well the month of July is well and truly over! It’s time to post the results of my “Does 3500 Calories Really Equal 1 Pound” During this experiment I tracked my food intake, my calories burned, my weight, and my body fat and muscle percentages. Unfortunately I lost it around day 22 and starting… Continue reading Does 3500 Calories Really Equal 1 Pound Experiment Results for 1 Month
Laura the Working Mom 