At times, and of no fault of your own, the brain can create a skewed reading of what it perceives in the mirror. If this is true, and you can create negative views of what you observe in your mind’s eye, then you can also train your thoughts to create positive images. [Read more]

Losing weight is hard enough to do when life is good, but when you’re feeling stressed or blue, shedding unwanted pounds can be downright impossible. [Read more]

Losing weight is often a challenging endeavor and many people yo-yo diet for years before they manage to keep the weight off. The basic principles of weight loss, eating measured portions of healthy food and increasing physical activity, are not difficult in theory. [Read more]

For many people, skipping going to the gym isn’t as much about a lack of motivation as it is about the presence of fear. [Read more]

If you are tired of the extra weight you’ve been carrying around, it may be time to try a cardio workout to drop those pounds and reach your goal. While it’s true that most people don’t like to exercise, following a plan that includes cardio workouts and healthy eating is proven to be the most effective way to lose weight. [Read more]

If you’re in the market for a new bathroom scale, the choices available to you could make it hard for you to make up your mind, especially if you plan to have the scale that you buy help you with a weight-loss plan. [Read more]

A sparkling pool is a beautiful temptation that reminds most people of childhood fun and summer freedom. But is swimming a good workout? The answer depends on who you are, and on your fitness goals. [Read more]

Advocates of the keto diet claim that it offers a variety of health benefits, including improved metabolism, more energy, rapid weight loss, superior concentration, better bone density, anti-inflammatory properties, lower stress levels, and even an improved ability to build lean muscle mass. [Read more]