10 reasons why I fail at dieting (or why losing weight is not a piece of cake)
1. I set myself unreasonable goals. I have a pair of jeans that I adore. I wore them before I had babies and I want to wear them again. Every time I shed a couple of pounds, I rip them out of my wardrobe and try them on. When I can’t get them over my [...]
Weight Loss: A Statement of Intent
I went hard-line last week. I deliberately set out to lose a significant amount of weight and I deprived myself in order to do it. Picture: sylvar I moved away for the ‘slowly building a lifestyle’ concept, just to see what it would be like to push the envelope. I’m glad I did, it paid [...]
Wednesday Weigh In Jan. 28, 2009
When does a routine become a rut? We find comfort in routines. Comfort in doing things the same way, eating the same things, going to the same places and being with the same people. Routines can be a good. However, when you get sick of doing the same things and getting the same results, you’re [...]
Wednesday Weigh In Jan. 21, 2009
It’s okay ladies, science says it’s not your fault. According to this article in the Washington Post, women have a harder time than men in saying no to their favorite foods. An excerpt from the article: Then, after they fasted for 20 hours, the researchers presented them with their favorite foods; the dishes were even [...]
My Weight Loss Success Story
My name is Dave Fowler, I’m six feet tall and 175lbs. I would describe myself as being in excellent shape for a 41 year old and in good shape for a man half my age. I have a flat stomach and a good amount of muscle, but I’d say I’m more lean and athletic than [...]
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