Introduction In today's fast-paced world, our diets often consist of convenient, processed foods that are loaded with sugar. While sweet treats may offer temporary satisfaction, they can wreak havoc on our health and well-being in the long run. If you've found yourself caught in the sugar trap and are ready to break free, you're in the right place. Personal Trainer Food … [Read more...]
Be in the Super Bowl Fat-Burning Zone
The 58th Super Bowl, also known as Super Bowl LVIII, is scheduled for Sunday, February 11, 2024. Halftime entertainment will feature Usher with other performances by artists like Gwen Stefani, Reba, Post Malone, and Andra Day. Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just looking forward to the halftime show, Super Bowl LVIII promises excitement and entertainment for all! Are … [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 400 … [Read more...]
Celebrate and Toast!
Raise a glass to toast with your guests and enjoy mocktails with all the taste of regular alcohol but with lower calories. If you enjoy alcoholic beverages, this is just the blog for you. Low sugar, without giving up on life’s little celebration pleasures. One of the new growing trends in adult beverages is Zero-ABV and Low-ABV products. Alcohol by volume (ABV) has a lower … [Read more...]
4 “Healthy” Foods that Make You Gain Weight… and What to Eat Instead
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 full of hidden sugar, and alternatives that will help you reach your weight loss goals faster. #1 - Low–fat flavored yogurt Yogurt is a good source of calcium and protein. But low-fat flavored yogurts … [Read more...]
BUST Your Myths! 3 Myths That Prevent Losing Weight
Myth #1 –Losing weight is hard to do Weight loss has a stigma of being hard to do.Traditional diet programs are food restricting and require a drawerful of measuring tools. Not PTF. Personal Trainer Food plans are lightweight to carry with you and easy to stick to. Order your favorite foods, do daily light exercise, heat your meal and eat to lose weight. Myth #2 – … [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 do … [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 … [Read more...]
Sweet Sugar-Free Treats
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 tbsp artificial sweetener 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp cocoa powder 1/4 tsp salt Instructions: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees. Beat the egg white and water until frothy with a whisk in a medium bowl. … [Read more...]
Don’t Forget the Water! Why Hydration is a Vital Part of Your Diet
It seems fairly obvious that people need to drink enough water, right? Well, it may be, but at the same time it’s no secret that many of us in America tend to fall short on some of the basics when it comes to healthy living – even if we don't always realize it. Only a few years ago in fact, NPR posted a survey on diet that revealed that 75% of Americans label their own habits … [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 level … [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 said “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 them. I love … [Read more...]
Celebrating– with FUN not Food
Getting to your desired weight takes commitment. When you achieve it, you should celebrate.Personal Trainer Food encourages celebration to acknowledge your achievement and share your new look with others. It feels satisfying to know you stuck to the program and made it happen. How you celebrate is just as important as the work you put in to achieve your goal TIP: By the way, … [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 baby. … [Read more...]
Get Back Into Your Skinny Jeans After You’ve Gone Off-Plan: 3 Fast and Easy Steps
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 get back in your jeans by following these 3 easy steps. How to Get Back In Your Jeans Here’s how to jump-start weight loss. Skinny Jeans Step One: Detox Reset your system: Intermittent fasting has been … [Read more...]
Savory Summers
Quick and Easy PTF Microwave to Eat in Minutes Who can think of summer without thinking about swimming, picnics, and celebrating? Have you been to any graduations lately? I have attended three already. Anniversaries are all over my calendar this month. The best part of the summer is relaxation, outdoor living, and relationships. This time of year, my family and … [Read more...]
Lose Weight Fast: How to Accelerate Weight Loss
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 helped thousands of people get terrific results, just like the ones you desire. I'm going to tell you what you need to know to lose weight fast --really fast. I want to be very clear: you cannot lose … [Read more...]
Success! When getting to your goal matters, We support you all the way!
Losing weight can feel like a very lonely and solitary journey. Often it is. If you are like me, the option to lose weight with a friend or family member may not FEEL ideal. So, we go it alone and struggle through the difficult times alone. BUT it does not have to be that way, and you do not have to include your friends and neighbors on your journey if you don’t want … [Read more...]
Kickstart Your Weight Loss with 7 Fat-Burning Activities
Let’s get even more serious about losing pounds and inches with different movements for fat burning. Your weight loss plan has 3 components Eating RightMoving for 20 minutes or 2,000 stepsAvoiding the wrong foods Eating Right! Your Personal Trainer Food meal plan is the perfect way to make sure you eat right and keep meal prep simple. AMP UP Your … [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...]
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...]
Eating right to prevent the afternoon binge
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 Nutrition. Here's how you can prevent mindless snacking and weight gain. How High In Protein is Your Breakfast? Researchers from the University of Missouri tested the breakfast habits of 20 overweight … [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...]
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 before I … [Read more...]
Is Cheese Good or Bad for Your Health?
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 cheese lovers, cheese can be a part of a healthy diet. It depends largely on the type of cheese, the amount of cheese and what foods you pair with your cheese. Obviously it’s best to eat … [Read more...]
Get Started On A Healthy Weight Loss Diet
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 need to know that it's not you, it was the diet that failed. Here's why... Look, there is no way eating that powdered, highly processed commercial stuff is going help you lose fat. It's not healthy … [Read more...]
Smart Weight Loss Exercise Ideas to Burn More Fat
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 loss principle... consistency. In order to lose fat, you must exercise consistently-- every day. The best way to do that is with a simple walking routine. Here are the rules: Set the basis for … [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 soda … [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 girls. A … [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 imagine that … [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 out like I … [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 midnight. … [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 the … [Read more...]
What to Eat and Drink on St. Paddy’s Day to Stay On Track
St. Patrick's Day celebrations include traditional foods and beverages. How can you enjoy the holiday but still stay on track with your weight loss goals? Here are some Do’s and Don’ts for what to eat and drink on St. Paddy’s Day. Corned Beef and Cabbage - A definite Do. This holiday favorite goes right along with the Personal Trainer Food lifestyle, so dig right … [Read more...]
4 Remarkably Easy Ways to Lose Weight While You Sleep
Sleep: everyone wants more. Fat: everyone wants less. Wouldn't it be great if you could lose weight overnight while you catch up on some sleep? It turns out you can! Scientists are learning that anything less than seven hours of sleep puts you at risk of gaining weight. We won't judge, but chances are you are probably only getting about 6.8 hours of sleep a night, … [Read more...]
Meatball Lasagna
Get your classic comfort food fix with this simple and mouthwatering recipe! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Meatballs Mozzarella Cheese, shredded or sliced Additional Ingredients: 2-3 tbsp pizza sauce 1 tsp Italian seasoning Garlic powder, to taste Salt and Pepper, to taste Instructions: Heat the meatballs in the microwave. Once heated, remove from the bag … [Read more...]
13 Sneaky Health Foods that Actually Create Fat
Can Health Foods Make Fat? Everywhere you go, you see foods marketed as good for you. But are they also good at helping you to burn fat-- or will these health foods make fat? The answer will surprise you! Check out these 13 sneaky "health foods" --and learn what to eat instead. 1. Sushi Sushi rice tops the list of all the rices in its ability to put fat on your body because it … [Read more...]