May, 2021 - Wonderfully Fit

5 Common Myths About Fast Weight Loss

May 25, 2021/in Blog

The truth is we can build muscle and lose weight fast. Failure often comes on the hands of poor information. There are 5 common myths about fast weight loss that you shouldn’t believe.

Myth #1 – I overeat so there’s no way I’ll ever lose fat quickly.
Overeating is mostly the result of stress – when a person is worried, depressed, scared, sad, or anxious overeating is often the result. Decrease your stress and you’ll be surprised at how fast you lose pound. Becoming physically active can lead to a loss in weight.

Myth #2 – My genetics mean I’ll always be overweight.
Being fat isn’t a result of your genetics. Yes, some families may have a pattern of being overweight, but you can overcome your genes and lose fat quickly. Your genetics don’t control your weight, your lifestyle choices do. Watch a couple of episodes of “The Biggest Loser” if you want proof.

Myth #3 – I’m fat because of a slow metabolism.
It’s true when your thyroid isn’t functioning properly it can slow your metabolism and bring your fat loss to a halt. However, most people that believe they have a slow metabolism really don’t. Instead what they have is a need to jumpstart the body with a combination of good nutrition and aerobic exercise. It’s a simple as a 15-minute brisk walk.

Myth #4 – It’s possible to keep the weight off even with a fad diet.
If you want to quickly lose 10 pounds a fad diet will certainly allow you to accomplish that quickly. But the research indicates that 80% of dieters will gain the weight back in 5 years. Worse, you’ll also lose muscle mass and gain back fat. This might explain why society seems to be getting more overweight as the years go by.
Losing the weight using a diet (even a fad diet) isn’t so bad as long as you follow up with healthy lifestyle changes that ensure you keep the weight off.

Myth #5 – I can lose my belly fat doing crunches.
Far too many people attempt to get rid of belly fat with no success. What happens is muscle builds under the belly fat and then your belly looks bigger. If you want to lose belly fat faster aerobic exercise is the answer – in fact, you’ll lose belly fat as much as 10x faster with cardiac exercises.
Now that we’ve uncovered these 5 myths, you’ll be shedding those extra pounds faster than ever.

We at Wonderfully Fit Personal Training are here to provide nutritional, and exercise support you may have. Contact Terrine today.

Tips on Quitting Smoking for Anti-Aging Benefits

May 25, 2021/in Anti-Aging Secrets, Blog, Philosophy

It is no secret that smoking cigarettes are bad for your health. There have been warnings from the Surgeon General’s office for decades now warning us of the health consequences of smoking. Cancer and lung disease, among other things, are some of the negative effects of smoking, and they can be clearly seen printed on the packs of cigarettes that are available at stores nationwide.

What is not as widely spoken about, however, is the negative effects that smoking can have on our appearance. Not only does the nicotine from cigarettes stain our teeth yellow, but the fact that smoking actually causes our blood vessels to constrict and decrease blood flow can contribute to wrinkles and other issues further on down the line.

The Best Fruits to Eat for Anti-Aging Benefits

May 19, 2021/in Anti-Aging Secrets, Blog, Philosophy

There are many reasons to eat fruits, and anti-aging might be one of the most important. There are so many benefits to consuming the vitamins and minerals that are naturally present in fruits that it’s hard to imagine why so many people begin to shy away from natural fruits as an option for snacking.

However, utilizing these delicious little snacks can have long-lasting effects that will keep our bodies functioning well for a long time, and looking great to boot! Read more

Four Ways to Motivate Yourself to Lose Weight Fast

May 18, 2021/in Blog

If you find yourself needing to lose weight, you’re not alone. But saying you want to lose weight and actually watching those pounds disappear are two different things. Let’s be honest – we’re creatures of habit and we don’t make change easy. That’s why you want to use these 4 ways to motivate yourself to lose weight fast.

1. Play the If I Do vs. the If I Don’t Game

Grab a piece of paper. Draw a line down the middle and one side write “If I Do” and on the other side write, “If I don’t.” You’re looking into the future now. What will your life be like a month, a year, five years from now? If you take action and lose the weight or if you don’t take action and lose the weight. Be honest with yourself.
For example, if I do lose the weight in one year, I’ll be able to eat what I want without worrying about getting fat. Or If I don’t lose the weight in five years, I’m likely to be diabetic. This is a great exercise for motivating yourself – just be real!

2. Don’t Let Anything Get in Your Way

If you have decided to lose the weight and look great don’t let anything get in your way. You can achieve your goal when you set your mind to it, but you need to have a plan. For example, you decide you are going to exercise 30 minutes on the stationary bike while watching your favorite television show. Or perhaps you’ve decided you are going to go for a 15-minute walk after work every day. Don’t let excuses stop you from doing what you have set out to do. It’s easy to say put it off. I’m tired, I have company, I must do laundry. Stick to your guns and you’ll see the pounds start to roll off. It’s not unrealistic to lose 5 pounds a week. So, in just a month you can be 20 pounds lighter.

3. Reward Yourself

If any of you have ever trained a dog, you know how important rewards are. They’re important to you too so be sure to set some. For example, if I lose 20 pounds in two months, I will treat myself to a meal at my favorite restaurant.

4. Bet With Yourself

The more extreme you make the bet, the more you have to lose. Go to a friend and tell them, “If I don’t lose 20 pounds in the next two months, I’ll walk your dog for a month.” If you want to motivate yourself even more “Go to your boss and tell him if you don’t lose 20 pounds in the next two months, you’ll work for free for two weeks.
These are four great ways to motivate yourself to get the job done. You can lose that extra weight and you can do it fast.

We at Wonderfully Fit Personal Training are here to provide nutritional, and exercise support you may have. Contact Terrine today.

Leave Your Skin Alone For the Best Anti-Aging Effects!

May 11, 2021/in Anti-Aging Secrets, Blog, Philosophy

When we say leave your skin alone, we don’t mean abandon your skincare regimen, though getting rid of some of the harsher scrubs in your collection will certainly do good for you. What we mean is that horrible temptation that many may feel to pick at blemished skin.

Poking at our pimples can leave us with pockmarks and other scars that can end up being downright embarrassing and making us look far older than we actually are. So don’t do it!

The Best Vegetables to Eat for Anti-Aging Benefits

May 4, 2021/in Anti-Aging Secrets, Blog, Philosophy

As we continue to age it becomes increasingly important to make sure that our bodies are receiving adequate nutrition. When we are not taking care of our bodies to the greatest extent possible, it can turn into quite an ordeal as the consequences of the neglect of our health begin to catch up with us. When we aren’t being conscientious about the choices that we make, it can cause a lot of problems.

Fortunately, we have the option to think about the choices that we have been making and modify them to the point that we are able to prevent further damage and often, reduce the damages that have already been done. Our bodies are extraordinary machines and more often than not they can seem to bounce back miraculously!