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The Real Work Begins Before the Weight Is Gone

The Real Work Begins Before the Weight Is Gone

If your self-image stays the same, it can be very easy to return to the habits of the woman you used to be. If the voice in your head is still saying: I always gain it back. I have no willpower. I’ll never really change. This is just who I am. Eventually, your behavior tends […]
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Nourishing Yourself Starts Before You Sit Down to Eat

Nourishing Yourself Starts Before You Sit Down to Eat

When people think about healthy eating, they often think about the food on the plate. But nourishment actually starts much earlier. It starts when you decide what you want to bring into your home. It starts at the grocery store. It continues when you wash the vegetables, cook the lentils, prepare the rice, chop the […]
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Yoga Changed My Life

Yoga Changed My Life: The Practice I Almost Never Tried

There was a time when I believed yoga simply wasn’t for me. I thought you had to be flexible before you could even step into a yoga class. I remember walking by a yoga studio and peeking through the window, wondering how anyone could possibly do those poses. It looked impossible. I couldn’t have been […]
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You Didn’t Fail. The Diet Failed You.

You Didn’t Fail. The Diet Failed You.

How many times have you blamed yourself? You started another diet with the best intentions. You followed the rules. Counted the calories. Avoided the foods you loved. Watched the scale. Tried harder. Then life happened. A birthday. A vacation. A stressful day. A dinner with friends. Suddenly, one meal became “failure.” Sound familiar? Here’s what […]
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The Power of a Strong Foundation

The Power of a Strong Foundation

A few years ago, my back started bothering me. Like so many people, I thought it was just part of getting older. I figured I’d have to live with it. Eventually, I decided to go to physical therapy. The exercises they gave me were so simple that I honestly questioned whether they could make any […]
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Carbohydrates Are Not the Enemy

Carbohydrates Are Not the Enemy

For decades, women have been told that if they want to lose weight, they need to cut carbohydrates. Skip the potatoes. Avoid beans. Don’t eat fruit. Stay away from whole grains. Eat less. Fast longer. Unfortunately, many women have spent years fearing some of the healthiest foods on the planet. After more than 30 years […]
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