That little voice in your head sure has a lot to say. But is it helping or hurting your weight loss goals and live your life to the fullest? Find out which mind game from the 9 below might be holding you back. You'll be surprised! To learn how this works, let's get in the heads of six women who were participating in our Altered! Wedding … Continue Reading
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Winter workout: how many calories can you burn?
| By Janis Hauser
There's no reason to hide indoors when the temperature drops. Outdoor winter workouts are a refreshing break from the summer heat and stuffy indoor gyms. In addition to halting … Continue Reading

4 “Healthy” Foods that Make You Gain Weight… and What to Eat Instead
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We all want to make healthy food choices, especially when we’re trying to lose weight. But some “healthy” food actually makes you gain weight. Here are 4 healthy foods that are … Continue Reading

Is Cheese Good or Bad for Your Health?
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Is Cheese Good or Bad for Your Health? Are you trying to lose weight? Control your blood sugar? Eat healthy? Is cheese your friend or your enemy? Here’s some good news for … Continue Reading

Healthy Grocery Budget: Lose Weight and Save
| By Janis Hauser
Retail food prices are on the rise, but American salaries are not keeping up. With the extra squeeze on your budget, it's important to make every dollar count in your healthy … Continue Reading

What You CAN Do When The Scale Won’t Budge
| By Personal Trainer Food
Uh-oh, scale won't budge? Let's get it moving again! First, Tell Us-- What's Your Perfect Number? You know, it's the one on the scale that will make you feel sexier, more … Continue Reading

What is the BEST Day to Start a Diet?
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Hi There! Have you ever said these things to yourself for diet motivation? This Monday I am starting my diet,” "After New Year’s, it will begin,” "I am not eating any more red … Continue Reading

Eating right to prevent the afternoon binge
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Have you had more than 'just one' Christmas cookie or candy today? It might be time to make over your morning meal, finds a recent study in the American Journal of Clinical … Continue Reading

Libby’s Personal Trainer Food Success Story
| By Janis Hauser
Hi! My name is Libby. I'm 27, and I have a very stressful job. On top of that, I have a few medical conditions that have prevented me from losing weight, no matter how hard I work … Continue Reading

Workout Buddies: Are They Worth the Trouble?
| By Janis Hauser
Getting a workout routine down and sticking to it day in and out is challenging for most of us. Despite our good intentions, we end up abandoning our routines within a few weeks. … Continue Reading

Sweet Sugar-Free Treats
| By Personal Trainer Food
Cinnamon Cocoa Almonds These sweet sugar-free gems will help you kick chocolate cravings in the rear! Ingredients: 1 egg white 1 tsp cold water 2 cups whole almonds 3 … Continue Reading

Walking Challenge: 28 Days to See a New You!
| By Janis Hauser
A 28-day walking challenge will increase your fitness and sculpt your body-- without all the wear and tear you get from other high-impact sports. The first key to lose pounds … Continue Reading

Dressing Room Work Out
| By Janis Hauser
Exercise clothes cost a fortune these days. So before you buy, it pays to know if your trendy new outfit is 'workout friendly.' ...because nothing can steal your confidence … Continue Reading

Get Back In Your Skinny Jeans After You’ve Gone Off-Plan: 3 Fast and Easy Steps
| By Janis Hauser
You've been off-plan... and now your favorite skinny jeans are too tight. We know what you're thinking-- it's going to be hard to lose some weight. But the truth is, you can … Continue Reading

Can You Have a Cheat Day and Still Lose Weight?
| By Personal Trainer Food
"Can I have a cheat day?" That's a great question! But what are you really asking? You are asking if you can still have beer, pizza, and ice cream. Or you might be … Continue Reading

17 Healthy Habits Skinny, Slim People Do Every Day
| By Personal Trainer Food
We all have one of those friends-- the kind who stays slim, and seems to eat anything they want. It makes you wonder how they do it. So we took a survey of skinny people who had … Continue Reading

Victoria’s Success Story: I Lost 49 Pounds!
| By Janis Hauser
Victoria is more than a just another Personal Trainer Food success story. In her own words: "I gained self confidence, healthy habits, healthy mind, and more happiness than I can … Continue Reading

PTF Success Story: Manny “Torres Strong”
| By Janis Hauser
Torres Strong. Take one look at Manny Torres, and you have to agree. But looks can be deceiving. He's a lot stronger than that. Manny has always seen it as his duty to … Continue Reading

Success Story: Michelle Loses the Baby Weight
| By Janis Hauser
I remember when my Mom and sister would ominously tell me to just wait. What they meant was that once I had kiddos of my own, that losing weight would feel impossible. Well, they … Continue Reading

Hugo’s PTF Success Story: 47lbs in 10 weeks
| By Janis Hauser
Hello, my name is Hugo. I am 36 years old, and I am from Los Angeles, California. All throughout my childhood I’ve always been really athletic, and really into sports. I … Continue Reading

Angela Chase Tries Personal Trainer Food
| By Janis Hauser
Hi there! I'm Angela Chase. I'm an actress and radio personality for CBS Radio and Jack FM 100.3 in the DFW area. When I'm not on the air, I spend much of my time working … Continue Reading

Niki’s Success Story: 300 to 150 pounds!
| By Janis Hauser
My name is Niki and I'm a Texas girl. So you know what that means? I love food! I was always kind of a chunky kid. I was the cute chunky though. No one would have … Continue Reading

Get Started On A Healthy Weight Loss Diet
| By Janis Hauser
If you are ready to get started on a healthy weight loss diet, you've found the right place. I know that you've probably tried a ton of diets and they just disappointed you. You … Continue Reading

Smart Weight Loss Exercise Ideas to Burn More Fat
| By Janis Hauser
When it comes to weight loss exercise, I've found that there is a lot of confusion out there. That's why I recommend a dead-simple plan that is focused on the most critical fat … Continue Reading

Lose Weight Fast: How to Accelerate Weight Loss
| By Janis Hauser
Are you resolved to lose weight fast? Maybe you have a special event to go to-- or you just really want to be able to get your skinny jeans back on easily. I hear you! I've … Continue Reading

Weight Loss Meal Delivery: Nutrisystem vs PTF
| By Janis Hauser
Eating right is a high priority for you. That’s why you spend so much time thinking about what to eat. And even more time shopping, prepping, cooking, packing, and cleaning up. … Continue Reading

What You CAN Do When The Scale Won’t Budge
| By Janis Hauser
If you are like most people, the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the words 'ketosis' or 'keto-diet,' is ZERO carbs. It might make you want to cry on the inside; life … Continue Reading

15 Foods that Have WAY MORE Sugar than You Think!
| By Janis Hauser
Think you're an ace at finding hidden sugar in foods? Ok then-- you over there! Yes you! COME ON DOWNNNNN! You're the next contestant on Personal Trainer Food! Let's put your … Continue Reading

7 Guilt-Free Ways to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
| By Personal Trainer Food
Cinco de Mayo. A day of indulgence in Mexican favorites such as tacos, enchiladas, and tamales... ...with loads of rice and beans and endless bowls of chips and salsa! And … Continue Reading

3 Must-Read Tips to Keep You On Track– the Last One is Powerful!
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By Erika Smith Weight Loss Coach, Personal Trainer Food In these current times, one way to help with stress and anxiety you may be experiencing is to focus any potential … Continue Reading