It’s a myth, a legend of air-brushed models. We are REAL people and real people work hard, fail, succeed and help one another. Let’s do this!

Some folks think it’s fine to sit nearly all day and have a burst of fitness in one workout maybe 3 times a week. While this is better than nothing, it’s not enough, no by a long shot. Let’s look at some ideas to keep moving throughout the day.

Weight loss success is often found in a series of simple lifestyle changes. This is where you change a few key factors about what you eat and how you exercise, without making it a full time job. This type of weight loss is gradual and permanent, since you are able to maintain it long term. Here are some ideas for small lifestyle changes that can really make a difference.

In addition to spotlighting fitness professionals, I’m going to start focusing on other inspirational women I have met throughout this virtual world. Meet my friend Missy…

TGIF – That means it’s time to meet another fantastic fitness pro from across the country. Today’s pick is Josephine Dalton (aka Trainer Jo). Jo has quite a facsinating background from serving in the Navy, to overcoming disease and weight challenges, to becoming a fitness model, trainer and Pilates instructor. Read more about Jo here…

“Our bodies work more efficiently when our skeletal muscles are strong. Whether our goal is weight loss, optimal performance at an endurance event, or holistic lifestyle enjoyment – you function better with proper strength training.” Find out what I’m doing for strength training these days too…

Here is a great article from fellow trainer, Carol Dunlop on 5 ways to do your body good without lifting a single weight.

Although I am a personal trainer, I am still striving to learn more about good nutrition and the best nutrition to help build a strong and healthy body. What areas of nutrition would you like to learn more about?