Stevia Switch

So I've made the switch to Stevia. After all of the research I've been doing on processed foods I slowly realized I was going to need to rid myself of Splenda. The break up is not going well and I'm still trying to get use to its replacement. We're still building trust as this product has only been approved by the FDA for a couple years but the fact that is an all natural sweetener is what has drawn me in. It has a bit of a bitter taste at the end but it will suffice. I miss Splenda dearly and still cheat every now and then. Here's an article I found debating the two sweeteners.
http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/healthy-eating/stevia-vs-splenda-which-is-healthier.html

Motivation of the Day

Motivation of the Day

My Progress

So I have lost 2lbs! I had been working out like crazy and was only eating 1250 calories and the pounds weren't dropping. I started researching about diet and nutrition and I've learned so much. I started to realize I wasn't eating enough so now I stay within 1300-1400 and I've cut back on cardio and have started doing more strength training. This is all thanks to Jillian's advice. She's so amazing. The FitBit really helps too. It lets me know when I need to burn more and now I take the steps all the time instead if the elevator. Every little bit really does count!

Slim for Life Tip from Jillian Michaels

Slim for Life Tip from Jillian Michaels:

"After you eat a "cheat meal" or treat, follow it with at least five healthy meals.

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Book Review

Book Review: Slim for Life by Jillian Michaels

Jillian Michaels, the mother of all trainers, truly changed my life a couple years ago. Following her blog and using her fitness DVD's helped me lose 30 pounds. Now that I'm trying to lose the last 10 I have turned to her again. I'm only a fourth of the way through the book and I've already learned so much. It's a great tool for losing weught and staying healthy. I'm going to start posting some of my favorite tips from the book so stay tuned!

FitBit

I bought this little gem last night on the way to my Archery lesson. I've been curious as to how many calories I'm burning each day as my progress to lose the last 10lbs has been slow. After researching and comparing all the pedometers and fitness trackers out there I went along with the FitBit. I love that you can hide this one unlike the many wristbands they have out there. This little guy tracks your steps, calories burned, distance traveled, stairs climbed, hours slept and your quality of sleep. I am only on day one but so far so good. I'm already motivated to get up and move more! Ill keep you updated on my review.

Hunger Game

I totally got my Hunger Game on last night at a local Archery gym. It was so fun! My Fitness Pal says it burned 200 calories but I'm not so sure. My arms are sore though!