I was 225 pounds. I was 225 lbs. I was 225 pounds overweight. And no matter how I said it or wrote it, I was 225 pounds and didn't remember how I gained it. Over time it was just there! I don't remember saying "Wow, I sure am gaining weight!" or "Girl! Maybe one more biscuit isn't the smartest thing right now?" No, I looked in the mirror and there it was. But I am not here to talk about my past fat. I am here to discuss how, if you don't watch it, you will get caught up in the razzle-dazzle of the diet industry. That huge money making beast of a thing! "DON'T EAT FRUIT!" "DON'T EAT CARBS!" "ONLY EAT OUR PROCESSED FOOD(Can you call it food??)" "ONLY EAT PROTEIN!" So many rules. A lot of them made up as they go. Out of desperation and wanting instant results millions fall for this. But here is the deal; it took time gaining the weight. Do you really think in a couple of weeks it will be gone? That is a lot of pressure on yourself and not realistic goals. So then you have the burnout coupled with disappointment. You get a gym membership, sign up for all the Group Fitness Classes, get your protein shakes and start starving yourself! Don't deny it! You know I speak from experience. I would workout and do exercises(or try)that were too advanced while not eating correctly. I would be so sore and hungry after two weeks that I would burn out. Why do you think gym memberships during the month of January is so high? Because everyone is doing what I once did. Then around March people become disenchanted with Gym life. Not because they don't want change, they aren't getting the results they want. And they truly don't know what to do! This is where I come in (exciting huh?) Here are a few tips to help you out on your Health/Fitness Journey. I keep it real. I understand that everyone's body is different and what worked for me, might not work for you. Now with that said, there are some things that are basic rules that work for everyone! A Squat is a squat, and eating vegetables is still good for all.
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