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Let me first say that I am not an expert. I am only repeating what I've been taught through training in a low-glycemic index weight management program. Though I eat as low-GI as possible, I do not limit my fruits, many of which are mid- to high-GI. I was taught, with the exception of white potatoes, that if it grows in the…
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Do it!!! I entered my first sprint tri last September, and I can honestly say it changed my life. I am also a slow runner, but am beginning to up my distance from 5k's to 10k. Biking is my strength as a Spinning instructor, so I was confident there. But I was a new swimmer. So I made sure that I spent more time on my form,…
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This is something I struggle with: the all or nothing mentality. If I have "cheat", I have a tendency to just figure my whole day (or week!) is blown, so I might as well go crazy. I'm really working on not letting the one (or even two) bad choices dictate my life or mentality beyond that. So you are not alone, and I would…
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Hi, Ashly~ I use a detox diet supported by Transitions Lifestyle System which was developed by Dr. Shari Leiberman. I believe you can get it by purchasing her book "Dare to Lose". It essentially a plant-based diet for a week; no fat, carbs, sugar (or as low as possible). You can have a little protein if needed; I…
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I agree with you on many of your points when it comes to recommending P90X to others; it is HARD (the hardest program I've ever done) and it is LONG (they say you only need an hour a day, and it's definitely 90). But for people who are able to be committed to it and want the challenge, it's fantastic! I loved my 90 days…
