Learn From Your Past

Do Look Back
Avoid beating yourself up over previous weight-loss attempts. Instead, think back to what worked and what did not, and apply those lessons to now. How much weight did you lose and in what period of time? Were you able to maintain that weight loss? Were you physically active? Did you have social support as you worked toward your goals? When you use positive experiences from the past to support your current efforts you’ll find that they can make your work easier.

A total body workout!

Try Paddle Surfing
If you like the water, you’ll love paddle surfing. No waves required. Get a board, preferably wide to start (this can be expensive so it’s a good idea to rent one first) and a paddle. Balance yourself in a standing position on the board and paddle away! Get a total-body workout, tone your abs and enjoy the beautiful scenery around the water.

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Energy, Diet and You…

Energy Crisis?
If you’re dragging, your first impulse might be to grab some sugar or caffeine, or perhaps an energy bar or drink. However, such quick-energy sources will just leave you even more drained than before once the effects wear off. Steady energy requires a more pragmatic, long-term approach:

• Eat something every three to four hours to keep your blood sugar on an even keel. The 5 & 1 Plan is perfect for this requirement.
• Don’t eat too much in one sitting – when you overeat, your body’s energy is diverted into digesting your meal, leaving you lethargic.
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day.

 

Exercise, Injury and Discomfort…

Fight Friction
Sometimes, exercise hurts – not because you’ve injured yourself or pushed yourself too far, but because your clothes or your shoes cause chafing and blisters! Here are some tips for minimizing this discomfort:

• Try a different fabric (synthetic fabrics are preferable to cotton) or a different cut of clothing (biker-style shorts are less likely to chafe than loose shorts).
• If your bra chafes, choose one that is flat or has covered seams. If your nipples ache, you can protect them with the same cushions that you would use for corns on your feet!
• Apply talcum powder or petroleum jelly to sensitive areas (you can buy a product designed especially for this purpose at specialty running stores), or cover with a bandage.

 

Monday Weigh In

Hello!

Well, I’ve hit a plateau but that’s OK.  It goes with the territory as you get closer to your goal weight!

Here’s the stats:

Beginning Weight:  315 pounds

Today’s Weight:  198 pounds

Total Weight Lost:  117 pounds

It’s Tip Talk Week!

 

CONDIMENT PORTION

SIZE RECOMMENDATIONS:

Condiments can help to enhance the flavor and variety of your Medifast Meals and your Lean & Green Meal. Please note that the calorie and carbohydrate content of products will vary depending on the brand or variety of the product used. The following list is provided to serve as a general guideline of portion sizes to stay under for items commonly consumed. Typically, a condiment should provide NO MORE THAN 1 gram of CARBOHYDRATE per option’s serving size. Please read nutrition labels to determine whether your specific product is appropriate for use in terms of carbohydrate content.

Reminder: Limit Condiment Options to <3 per day

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Let’s Learn More!

Take a couple of minutes to hear how exciting this opportunity can be for you!  Listen to our President and CEO speak about our exciting business!

 

Business Opportunity Call
1-800-879-8077

Learn more about the Take Shape for Life Health Advisor opportunity by listening to this pre-recorded message that offers a fresh, exciting view into building this tremendous business!

Recorded live, this call features Take Shape for Life Co-Founder Dr. Wayne S. Andersen, Take Shape for Life President and CEO Mike McDevitt, Nursing Support Lori Andersen, and Field Leader and Veteran in Direct Sales, Dan Bell, as well as information from other successful field leaders.

This exciting, energetic, new toll-free call is a great way to introduce yourself to the rewards of our trilogy of physical, mental and financial benefits. Listen in at any time on
1-800-879-8077.

Weekly Weigh In

Happy Monday!

I am still at my plateau but that’s ok!  Staying positive is half the battle. 

Starting weight:  315

Today’s weight:  205

Total Lost:  110

Stay tuned for more great info this week.

 

Let’s Look At MORE Support Items!

Hello!

I have some great treasures for you today!  Take a look at these wonderful success tools available to you on this program.  You won’t want to miss them.  For more information, CLICK HERE.  We give you all the tools you need to be successful in your weight loss journey.

The Quick Start Handbook is your guide to success on the Medifast program. The Handbook provides information on choosing the plan and products that fit your needs. It also answers medical questions associated with a meal replacement program and guides you through the first few days on the program.

 

Medifast Book:  The Secret is Out: Medifast, What physicians have always known about weight loss.

For the past 25 years, more than one million people have used Medifast as a weight loss solution to break the diet-hopping cycle and promote healthy eating. Now, you can learn the reasons why your past diets didn’t work and how others just like you found Medifast as the answer to their weight loss goals.

Lisa Davis, who received a Ph.D. in nutrition and is a researcher at the Johns Hopkins Weight Management Center and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, and Brad MacDonald, CEO of Medifast, write about Medifast’s clinical heritage as well as how to recognize your emotional cues of eating. Other chapters include an assortment of recipes and meal plans that take the guesswork out of your mealtimes. You’ll also be inspired by people, just like you, who have changed their outlook on food and their lives and with the Medifast Plan.

Davis constructs a realistic and effective approach to weight loss. Now that the secret is out, make sure that you aren’t the last one to know.

Recipes!

Motivation is the most important aspect of any weight-loss program. Adding variety to your Medifast 5 & 1 Plan can provide you with the extra motivation you need to succeed. Medifast Recipes offers dozens of easy-to-prepare recipes that will spice up your Medifast Meals and gives you delicious variations for your Lean and Green Meal.

In this recipe book, you will learn how to use spices, seasonings, marinades, and flavored syrups to create tasty meals with little to no preparation time.

Each recipe guide comes with a binder and removable recipe inserts. Recipe inserts are sorted by category.

Have a wonderful journey Creating Your Most Optimal Health!

Support In Motion

Hello!

Take Shape for Life offers so much support!  Here’s another little tidbit…

Support in Motion allows you to interactively participate in your weight loss, transition, and maintenance programs. You can log your personalized Medifast Meal plans; you can track your weight loss, measurements, and exercise.

You’ll also find a vast library of articles, tips, and educational tools geared towards creating Optimal Health: a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy finances. Support in Motion also introduces you to a new online community of Take Shape For Life clients.

Here, you can participate in discussion boards, chat rooms, and network with others looking to Take Shape For Life.

Anyway you look at it – Take Shape For Life is there for you to be successful.

I will be going on vacation until Monday, May 12th.  While I am on vacation I encourage you to browse my blog and my website.  When I get back I will have lots of great information for you!