So the warm weather made me happy, and then I realized that means bikini weather is approaching and I still have a lot of progress to make…
- Raspberries (as well as strawberries and blueberries) are packed with fiber, which keeps you feeling full longer (and—ahem—more regular). Plus they are packed with vitamin C, which is good for your immune system as well as your skin.
- Kale is a natural anti-inflammatory; it helps reduce bloat and it also revs up the metabolism because it is a flavonoid. Eat up!
- Oatmeal maintains blood sugar levels so you don’t crash and binge. Plus it’s full of fiber so it will keep you satiated.
- Low-fat yogurt not only has calcium, but it is also a probiotic that fights fat storage and prevents bloat.
- Almonds are packed with healthy fats that reduce food cravings while building muscle. Consider almonds the ultimate power snack.
- Salmon is full of omega-3 fatty acids, which help bump up your metabolism so your body burns fat faster and more efficiently.
- Watermelon is—just as you expected—full of water (about 92% to be exact). It actually helps flush extra water from your system, which in turn reduces puffiness.
- Garlic is a magical thing. It helps reduce fat in the liver, it detoxifies and it lessens bloating. To maximize its benefits, take a few fresh slivers of garlic and sandwich them between two thinly sliced apple wedges and smear them with a little honey. Eat this before bed to reap all the benefits.
- Avocado is loaded with lots of healthy fats that burn fat while providing your body with energy.
- Quinoa is a magical whole grain that is packed with protein (11 grams for just a half cup) and fiber so it keeps you feeling full longer.
(via fitnessfoodfabulous)
@jaklynviaram: The photo to the left was me in mid August and the photo to the right is from now. I was a little chunky before and now I’m starting to see a big change and I’ve never felt better! 😊 So set goals and stick to it! #beforeandafter #fit #motivation #workhard #determination
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Runners are crazy.
Friend: Describe your usual run for me.
Me: I usually procrastinate running for a good hour before I get ready. Tight spandex that are uncomfortable. The entire time I don't have anywhere to put my phone or keys. My legs usually give in about half a mile in but I have to push through the pain. I get shouted at from cars, the weather is never on my side. It feels like your lungs are going to explode and by the time I'm done I'm drowning in so much sweat that I repulse people.
Friend: And, you, you like that?
Me: Absolutely! I recommend it to everyone!
This is my journey to a new, healthy body. I'm a skinny bitch to be! I suffered, well suffer since it never really goes away, with eating disorders. I have always thought very low of myself. You can tell a girl she is pretty a million times, and she might believe you, tell a girl she's ugly once, and it will stick with her the rest of her life. When all you hear your whole life is how disgusting you are, you're bound to have a few problems.
Height: 5'8
UGW:130
Pounds lost: 20
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