Are you trying to eat healthy food, lose weight, have more energy, fit into your skinny jeans? Here are two food groups proven to help you lose weight, burn fat and reduce risks to your health. Sadly, most of us don’t eat enough of these foods. So add more of these to your plate and lose more weight. #1 – Eat more vegetables Just 1 in 10 adults meet the federal fruit or … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Make Your New Year’s Diet Stick
Many New Year’s resolutions don’t work, especially weight loss resolutions. Here are 3 reasons why most New Year’s diets don’t work, and 3 proven strategies that DO work to lose weight and keep it off for good. #1 – Short-term diets don’t work What does? Changing your eating habits A short-term diet change won't be effective in the long run. You may lose some weight, but … [Read more...]
4 Tips to Avoid Tempting Holiday Sweets
Does it sometimes feel like people are purposefully trying to make you gain weight? They bring you gifts of cookies and cakes and chocolates. Your co-workers bring in festive trays full of sweets. You can’t go shopping without running into displays or ads for yummy holiday treats. (NOTE: We chose a cookie-less image for this article…we don’t want to add to the … [Read more...]
4 “Healthy” Holiday Foods That Cause Weight Gain (And Lower Calorie Swaps)
Want to avoid holiday weight gain? Avoid these 4 holiday favorites that look healthy but are surprisingly high in calories. We’ve got some lower calorie swaps to help you LOSE weight during the holiday season. Spinach-artichoke dip So, this dip has spinach and artichoke – two really healthy ingredients. So why is it so bad? Combining these veggies with mayonnaise, sour … [Read more...]
How NOT to Gain Weight at Holiday Parties
It’s the holiday season and that means you’re going to be surrounded by temptation. Friends, family and work may be throwing parties full of holiday cookies, treats, and fattening food. How can you avoid temptation and keep off unwanted pounds? Here are three tips to NOT gain weight at holiday parties. #1 – Bring a healthy dish to share Guarantee you’ll have something to … [Read more...]
Which Drinks Help You Lose Weight?
We focus so much on what to EAT to lose weight, we sometimes forget about the beverages we drink. Certain beverages can help boost your metabolism, minimize hunger and make you feel full, all of which can help you fast track your weight loss. Here’s a list of beverages that can help you reach your weight loss goals faster. Green Tea Green tea is considered by many to have … [Read more...]
One thing you do every day that leads to weight gain
What’s one thing you do every single day that has a big effect on your body, leading to weight gain? It’s something most of us have struggled with at some point in our lives. And for many of us, it’s getting worse. The answer is sleep. Or more accurately, not getting enough sleep. And that’s the problem. Why lack of sleep causes you to gain weight Sleep deprivation … [Read more...]
Why Your Diet Fails
In almost every diet, there is a moment…a danger zone…where there’s a real chance your diet will fail. Knowing what that moment is, and what to do, can be the difference between being frustrated and stuck at your current weight, or finally losing the weight and having the body and life you deserve. The moment when most diets fail You’ve been working hard, doing your best to … [Read more...]
4 Habits of People Who Successfully Lose Weight
Why are some people able to lose weight while others are not? In many cases, it comes down to habits. Here are 4 habits that have helped people just like you lose weight (and keep it off). #1 - They exercise when they feel emotional Emotional eating is one of the main reason why people don’t lose weight. Many of us turn to food for comfort when under stress, loading up on … [Read more...]
4 Things You Do Before Noon that Sabotage Weight Loss
Having trouble shedding unwanted pounds? How you start your day – specifically what you do before noon – has the biggest effect on your weight loss or gain. Here are 4 things you may be doing that are sabotaging your weight loss goals. We’ll show you what to do instead in the morning to jump start your weight loss results each day. Mistake #1 – Not eating a breakfast … [Read more...]
How to Lose Stubborn Belly Fat
You’ve tried everything. You’ve lost weight in other areas, but that belly fat will…not…go…away. There are actually scientific reasons why belly fat is harder to lose, especially for women. When you lose weight, you’re likely to see changes in your legs, face and arms before your belly. So what can you do? Here are three things you can do to finally lose stubborn … [Read more...]
Which Vegetables Actually Burn Fat? You’ll be Surprised!
What's makes non-starchy vegetables, well... non-starchy? And exactly which veggies are starchy vegetables? Knowing the answer can be a lifesaver to your weight loss program! Here's the most definitive list ever, with over 125 vegetables from A to Z to keep you on track. Let's Start With Non-Starchy Vegetables... The reason these are called non-starchy vegetables is … [Read more...]
Healthy Grocery Budget: Lose Weight and Save
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 grocery budget. Is it possible to save on your groceries? Yes. But is it possible to save over $600 a month without clipping any coupons? ...Yes! To find that $600, we need to do a little … [Read more...]
Mind Games: the Mental Part of Weight Loss
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 Weight Loss Challenge to lose … [Read more...]
Belly Bloat? Get Your Waistline Back Fast!
Did you overdo it and now you're feeling uncomfortable? Need to get rid of bloat fast? Here are 5 easy steps to get rid of bloat, stop the cravings, and lose the excess weight within a few days. Step 1: Get Rid of The Gut Busters Tear a page out of Henry Ford's playbook 'You can have any color so long as it's black.' Only give yourself healthy choices. If you have any … [Read more...]
What You CAN Do When The Scale Won’t Budge
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 confident, and happier. The one you fantasize about when you first start out on your weight loss journey. So what is it for you? 125? 140? 175? Whatever your number is, that's great! You CAN get … [Read more...]
What is the BEST Day to Start a Diet?
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 meat,” "I'm going to run a marathon to finally lose this weight." "I bought a membership to a gym to force myself to go." In saying these things, we believe that we will miraculously change at … [Read more...]
Low-Carb Pumpkin Spice Latte
Cozy up to this low-carb pumpkin spice latte for the fall/winter season! Low-Carb Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients: 1 Mug of cup of hot coffee 2-4 Tablespoons unsalted butter Pumpkin pie spice Non-caloric sweetener Instructions: Brew your coffee, pour it into your favorite mug or cup to measure the quantity you'll need. Pour the hot coffee into a blender. … [Read more...]
4 Social Weight Loss Dilemmas– and How to Win At Them
Trying to lose weight and be social can be difficult. You might have it all under control, but it can seem like your friends and family will do anything to undermine your resolve. Here are four winning strategies you can use to gracefully take charge of your goals and enjoy any social situation. How to Handle Food Pushers What they say: Why don't you have some of my … [Read more...]
15 Holiday Fixes: How to Survive This Time of Year
Chances are, you'll be tempted to make at least one of these common blunders this holiday season. In fact, you might even be making one right now. Here's what to watch out for... #1 Running on coffee so you can eat at the holiday party later. Coffee is awesome, but chain-drinking it so you can "save calories" for later... ...drops your blood sugars too low, setting … [Read more...]
4 Low-Carb Stuffing Recipes for Your Turkey!
Turkey dinner. While the bird takes center stage, for some of us it's all about the stuffing or dressing. But the traditional bread-laden dressing is a recipe for gaining unwanted holiday pounds. Here are four healthier low-carb stuffing variations. Whether you are low-carb, paleo, gluten-free, or vegan, you'll find something to celebrate with these low-carb turkey dressing … [Read more...]
Libby’s Personal Trainer Food Success Story
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 out at the gym. Needless to say, I was very skeptical that just eating Personal Trainer Food could help. Boy, was I wrong! My Routine Before Personal Trainer Food My diet was pretty clean … [Read more...]
Ketosis Guide: Everything you need to know!
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 without carbs just sounds so intimidating. But the truth is, keto-happiness can be had at about 30-50 grams of carbs a day-- enough for a wide variety of tasty and healthy foods without going cuckoo … [Read more...]
Nutrisystem vs Personal Trainer Food: Review
Are you trying to figure out if a diet meal delivery service that will work for you? You've come to the right place! My name is Jessica, and I love trying different weight loss programs out. I'm happy to give you my honest thoughts about Nutrisystem. And I'll show you how Personal Trainer Food compares, too! You can watch the Facebook Live video I did here, or read the video … [Read more...]
Workout Buddies: Are They Worth the Trouble?
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. Is it worth the trouble to find workout buddies? ...or will they just drag you down? Some stats on workout buddies Training just two times a week with a partner had a 78% increase on exercise … [Read more...]
Low Carb Restaurant Guide: Order from ANY Menu!
Whether you're headed out for burgers or Italian, dining out (and losing weight) can be a breeze with this low carb restaurant guide. (Yes, you can eat more than rabbit food!) We'll show you how... Low Carb Restaurant Tips a From a Personal Trainer Have you ever wondered if Personal Trainers have a social life-- or do they just gnaw on plain chicken breasts all day? It … [Read more...]
How to Have a Drink and Stay at Your Goal Weight
Are you interested in minimizing weight gain, but still enjoying an occasional drink? You'll definitely want to stick with low-carb alcohol. It can get a little confusing, especially because labels aren't required on many alcoholic drinks. We've listed out the best low-carb alcohol choices, including beers, wines, and mixed drinks to help you stay slim and … [Read more...]
Winter workout: how many calories can you burn?
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 winter weight gain, working out in the cold will also improve your mood,1 and ward off colds2. But do you burn more calories in cold weather? By itself, shivering is a pretty good workout; it'll burn … [Read more...]
Walking Challenge: 28 Days to See a New You!
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 with walking is consistency-- you must walk every day. Next, you'll want to make sure that you are working at a level that gets your heart rate up where it should be. The walking challenge below will … [Read more...]
Dressing Room Work Out
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 and focus faster than having pants that ride down, or shirts that expose everything at the wrong time. Here are 4 essential moves you can do in the dressing room to prevent wardrobe malfunctions at … [Read more...]
Can You Have a Cheat Day and Still Lose Weight?
"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 asking if you still party like a rock star on the weekends. Yeah, I get it, you want your slice of birthday cake and a glass of wine with it too. ...and want to still lose weight. Well, unfortunately, … [Read more...]
17 Healthy Habits Skinny, Slim People Do Every Day
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 lost weight, asking them to share their best tips to burn fat day in and out. Here's what these skinny people had to say— check out their surprisingly simple habits that keep them slim every day … [Read more...]
What to Eat and How to Exercise to Look Like an Angel
If you've ever watched a Victoria's Secret fashion show, you have probably wondered how the Angels get those amazing bodies. What do they eat? How do they exercise? What could you do to be more like one? Here's your guide to becoming your own angel. How Do You Get a Body Like a VS Angel? There's no argument-- these women's genetics have much to do with their lean, … [Read more...]
VS Angel Diet: What You REALLY Need to Know!
Do Victoria's Secret Angels eat? ...or do they exist on a diet of enchanted feathers and pixie dust? It turns out, they do eat-- wickedly smart diets to get their runway look. Here are their actual menus along with some strategies you can use to look like an Angel, too! Alessandra Ambrosio: Lost the Baby Fat What jumps out from her menu are the high-fat eggs … [Read more...]
PTF Results: Mary Lost 27 Pounds in 3 Weeks
Mary had been trying to lose weight for years. But nothing she tried was working. Then she switched up her breakfast routine... Let's talk about Mary's Personal Trainer Food results, and some concrete steps you can take to lose weight, too. When we first met Mary, it wasn't like she was eating a ton of junk food or calories. She's a registered nurse, so she knows … [Read more...]
Want Sexy Flat Abs? Here’s How!
Do you FINALLY want to see the flat abs and firm mid-section you desire? We have the low-down on how you can get tight, sexy abs and lean, toned legs without killing yourself in the gym. And the best part: you can do all of these in just a few minutes a day! These are the easiest and scientifically proven ways to activate your core and burn more fat-- as you do … [Read more...]
Sugar Detox: 6 Proven Steps to Kick Cravings
Ok, you did it. You ate some sweets and now you're feeling guilty, bloated, and like you've gained 10 pounds. ...and you're craving even more sweets. Here's what you can do to kick your cravings and detox from sugar. Understanding Why You Crave Sugar Sugar activates the reward center of your brain. Every time you eat sweets, your body releases serotonin and dopamine. … [Read more...]
Halloween Candy: 12 Fun Ideas for a Healthier Holiday
This year, consumers are expected to spend 2.7 billion... that's BILLION with a 'B' on Halloween candy. That means your trick-or-treater will be dragging home 3500-7000 calories worth of treats. But with 1 in 3 of American kids are overweight today, they really don't need all that sugar. Nor do you need to have that kind of temptation lurking around, just waiting for the … [Read more...]
Healthy Halloween Treats for You and the Kids!
Here are some super cute and healthy Halloween treats to make with the kids. PLUS some low-carb Halloween ideas that will help you stay on track too! Be sure to make these early in the day so you and the kids can fill up on healthy treats before trick-or-treating. Healthy Halloween Treats for the Kids Your kids will love these healthy Halloween treats made from apples, … [Read more...]
Victoria’s Success Story: I Lost 49 Pounds!
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 even explain." Here's her #PTFstory-- you can do it too!* Hi! I'm Victoria! I used to eat out a lot. I'd go through a drive through and get the meal with a grilled chicken sandwich, but a large … [Read more...]
Weight Loss Meal Delivery: Nutrisystem vs PTF
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. Wouldn't it be nice to have a healthy meal delivery service do all the work instead? Many people are turning to diet meal delivery services as a solution to this problem. Certainly, the thought of … [Read more...]
Eggs for Breakfast? What You Need to Know
If you are trying to lose weight, does it really matter what you eat for breakfast? Which will help you burn more fat in the morning: cereal, toast, eggs, or yogurt? Let's put it to the test! Here's your menu, pick one... Breakfast A: two eggs, and some toast with jelly (339 calories). Breakfast B: a bagel with cream cheese along with some yogurt (340 … [Read more...]
Hurricane Harvey: We Stand Together
As Hurricane Harvey wreaks havoc in Texas and prepares to hit Louisiana, we wanted to offer a note of support. We pray that all of you, your loved ones, and your dear animals make it to safety. To those facing the loss of their belongings, homes, and communities, we stand with you. Know this: the rain will stop and the sun will shine bright again. For now, please stay … [Read more...]
PTF Success Story: Manny “Torres Strong”
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 serve and protect. After graduating from basic training in 2004, he was quickly deployed to Afghanistan from 2005 to 2007. Today he serves as a police officer, and is proud father of two beautiful … [Read more...]
Success Story: Michelle Loses the Baby Weight
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 were right! Over the past year, I’ve lost over 20 pounds of baby weight. But it’s been slow progress-- with a lot of setbacks. Two steps forward, one step back the whole way since having my … [Read more...]
Hugo’s PTF Success Story: 47lbs in 10 weeks
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 played volleyball all my life so I was just used to being that guy who was always in shape. I pretty much ate whatever I wanted. As long as I could work out, I was good. But then I couldn't work … [Read more...]
Angela Chase Tries Personal Trainer Food
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 on my 1931 home, running, doing yoga, and spending quality-time with my four senior dogs. Any remaining spare time I have is spent advocating for animal welfare; it's my passion. So you can … [Read more...]
Niki’s Success Story: 300 to 150 pounds!
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 looked at me and say “she has a weight problem.” But as I grew up, I just started gaining a lot more weight. My friends continued to play soccer and I just sat on the sidelines and kind of watched … [Read more...]
The Cookie Diet Review: Worth a Try?
So you want to lose weight without giving up all your favorite things. That's why you're considering the “Cookie Diet.” America loses it's mind: WEIGHT LOSS COOKIES? YES PLEASE! Really, who doesn't like a good cookie? But the question is, will it actually work? The most popular cookie diets are the Hollywood Cookie Diet, Smart for Life diet, and Dr. Siegal’s … [Read more...]
11 Absolutely Fun (and FREE) Exercise Apps You Need to Know About
Let's face it, there are times when it gets hard to stay on track. That's why we've rounded up and tested 11 different walking apps that will rock your exercise routine. And the best part is you won't need an expensive wearable fitness device. Grab your phone and get these apps now! Here's how to track your steps, find fresh workout music, discover new things, and … [Read more...]