Training Day !

Flowers for my mama !  from Olivia's Daughter !
2nd year anniversary of her passing August 4th 

                                                       
                   

Group prior to walk/run

Praise God ! Praise God !  Thank You Lord !  I love You Lord !  You are so good to me !  Thank You for Your Favor, Your Grace and Mercy !  Magnificent is ALL Your ways.  Lord bless my family and friends.  Protect us Lord keep us out of harms way.  Lord Bless our Sister Blondell as she ventures out for her weekend of biking.  Lord give her strength and over protection to all the bikers !  Lord bless my fellowships this weekend with family and friends.  Lord help me to live in Your will, Your plan for me Lord !  Your will !  Give me strength as I honor the anniversary of my mother’s passing !  Walk with me Lord !  Walk with me !  Amen !

Group after walk/run - more people came and joined in !

Yes, Yes, Yes !  Yesterday was another awesome day that God gave me strength and courage to live.  Yesterday my work day was really good, I am caught up on tons of paperwork, social worker’s/therapist have soooooooooooo much paperwork, documentation.  I have developed good administrative skills as a result, for this I am grateful. 

I met with the personal trainer and he WORKED my 53 year old self OUT.  I had thought I was going in for a sit down talk about my needs and sign up.  I was so WRONG !  I told him what I had thought and he laughed and then I knew I was in for it.  Well he had me warm up for 5 minutes on the treadmill, I was thinking OH I can do this, no big deal.  I did, then came the machines, pumping iron, then came more cardio.  I had to do squats, I have strong legs so squats have not really challenged me.  He put a box on the floor, about a foot size box and I had to touch it with my boom.   I was thinking REALLY !  I had to do 20 and had to do them correctly, then after that with the same box I had to step up and down for about 20 and then switch starting off with the other leg.  At that point sweat rolled down my face and he smiled.  When then proceed to leg and hip machine, now I am thinking in my head, not out loud of course, “I didn’t tell you nothing about my hip and thighs being target areas”.  But I guess he sees room for improvement J 

Long story short, it was great.  After a workout I am always grateful I did it.  He challenged me in ways I had never been challenged.  Funny think is my lower back pain is not there today.  So maybe there was something we did that affected my back muscles in a good way.   I will be meeting with him 2x per week.  He is very noticeable about the body, he has been a fitness trainer for 20 years and his fitness center and equipment is state of the arts.  Keep him in prayer as he is a entrepreture working to help others live healthy.

Couch to 5K routine 

Ok, now then I leave there and go off to Euclid Creek.  I uploaded the Couch to 5k on my phone so I was ready to begin the 20 minute program.  Warm up 5 minutes, then run for 60 seconds then walk for 90 seconds.  This pattern continues for 20 minutes then a cool down.  I did 2.01 miles in about 14 minutes.  Then I continued to walk the rest of the 5 miles.  The app actually tells you to walk, jog, brisk walk, cool down.  Very simple.  You can also have music from your play list ( I have not figured this part out yet).  I have to do this 3x per week.  Each week the amount of seconds of the run increases and the walk decreases until you are running a 5K.  WOW  !  Following the program was simple enough that I could do it.  So I feel encouraged for my next training.  I will do it during my Sunday am. 6:45 a.m. walk or during my evening walk.  This method is recommended by Black Runs Girl and many others.  Dayrnice and Tierra told me about it and I was encouraged.  The sharing of info is so important.

On my way home a friend called and we met for dinner, I was tempted to not accept the dinner because I just wanted to go home and soak in the tub, but I went and had an enjoyable time of conversation.  Friends are cool !

Oh yeah one last think, I picked up a weighed hoola loop from Dicks Sporting.  I will put it together and work it out.  Good for core area, it is a no brainer. 

Tonight I am going to dinner with friends we will be celebrating a birthday, it will be tons of fun.  I love fellowshipping with my NCBF family. 

If you have questions or comments please leave them in the comment area.  If you are interested in our walk/run program comment me.  Thanks for viewing and or subscribing.

See ya !

                                Please read:  Post written by one of our team members - posted on Facebook

I have never felt so empowered as I do with my NCBF family. They encourage, inspire, support, and care. They understand, "they get me." Thank you NCBF ladies (Tues & Thurs walk/run group). Thanks Blondell for introducing me to this venture,

                                              Amen Sis !

Pumping Iron

LORD I want to thank You for the precious gift of life.  I don’t want to take this gift for granted.  Lord guide me in my purpose !  I want to live according to Your will in my life!  Help me Lord !  I need You !   Thank You for Your many blessings !  Amen !

Yesterday was a good day !  I followed my meal plan closely and feel good about my choices.  I did not consume as much water as needed to, I will focus on this today.  I know water is such as significant as eating healthy and exercise.  I had about 32 ounces which is not enough, but I did begin drinking green decaf tea.  I let it cool down added ice and drank it at my desk as ice tea.  It was really good and refreshing.  So this actually helped my water intake and green tea is suppose to help burn fat.  I am still enjoying my morning ice coffee which is MY THING !  It is caffeinated so it is not good for me L

Today is filled with excitement !  Things got off to a good start and I am seeking God’s direction !  Yesterday I attended Zumba it was a really nice experience, and good workout.  The fitness center All About You is really nice.  I talked with the owner and I am going back today for a Free Consultation with the owner/personal trainer.   I have a few target areas that I need help with and weight training, pumping iron will help me reach that goal.  I always say I am gonna work on my arms when I get home, but I don't.  So I need a little push.  I will learn some things take a few sessions and hopefully will be more encouraged to do the work at home.  I have always watched the guys in the gym pump iron but was I felt intimidated and wouldn't go mainly because I didn't know what to do.  I have more courage now so I will check it out !

Today the NCBF Team meets for our 5 mile walk at Euclid Creek !  I plan to begin the Couch to5K routine this evening.  Which is 5 minutes warm up walk, then walk 90 seconds then run 60 seconds until you complete 20 minutes.  ( I have to remember to wear my watch).  They suggest not to run past the 60 seconds even if you feel you can.  Each week you you add more seconds to the run until you are running the entire 5K.  I will need to upload the app, which helps guide you through the run.  Excellent App !

I have an exciting weekend planned.  Friday I will be riding to Lorain with friends to celebrate her husband’s birthday.  Hanging out with friends and family  is sooooooo much fun.  I am sure we will have a blast !  Lots of laughter !

Saturday will be a day of celebration of my mother’s life.  Saturday is the anniversary of her passing.  I miss ma soooooooooooooooooooooooooo much !  God will get me through the day. I plan to do some positive things, workout, pedicure and manicure and spend some time with my grandbaby.  I am sure he will say something funny !  I also have a baby shower to attend, I will see friends and have a good time.  Sunday will be a day of getting God’s word and Praise.  Thank You Lord !

Breaking the Chain

                        

                Gathering for Prayer -  Thank You Lord !

The team is growing and looking good !

Lord Your Favor on my life is so amazing !  You give me just what I need !  You provide for me in an awesome way.  I thank You LORD for Your loving care.  The protection You surround me with, the Peace You placed in my heart.  The courage You give me to move forward !  I know it is You and I am so grateful !  All Glory belongs to You !

FYI - Ladies have been reaching out to me about the walk/run feeling they are not in shape enough to do it, I explain that we are all at different fitness levels, different ages and EVERYONE  is encouraged.  We are inspired by one another's courage to show up and GET IT IN.   Some walk, some run, some do the combination of both.   We are doing what we can do to get fit.  The atmosphere is very pleasant and we cheer everyone over the finish line.  This is what makes the Team AWESOME !

                   Check out Photo’s of Yesterday’s Walk

        Photo Credit:  Blondell Hinton and Falanda Collins- Awesome Women of God

                                     

Yesterday was another day of awesomeness !  I am not sure if awesomeness is a real word but I am using it.  I was obedient to my meal plan, eating whole clean foods.  These foods fuel my body for my active daily activities.  It has taken me years to understand that the foods I put in my body can either help me or hinder me.  I now realize the importance of good protein in my breakfast, when I include it in my breakfast I have good energy till about 1:00 in the afternoon.  If I don’t me am starving or feeling starved by 11:15 a.m.  My evenings use to be fueled with foods, snacks, junk food.  I mean I would get up at 9:00 or 10:00 p.m. at night and drive to the store and get a bag of cheddar popcorn (my fav) the big bag.  Now if I have a protein drink for dinner with protein I am good for the evening.   I may have a Kashi Bar if I need it.  I listen for real hunger vs nervous eating or emotional eating.  I busy myself with positive things, getting in my Word.  Seeking out God ! 

The NCBF Team met at Shaker I believe there about 16 of us there.  Many were first timers.  It was a blessing to be in the company of other women who have chosen to make exercise a part of their lifestyle.   These women are making better choices.  Some of these woman are exposing their daughters to a healthier lifestyle which is awesome.  We are breaking the chain of obesity and offering our youth healthier lifestyles.  I love my mom dearly but this is an area she lacked motivation in, in her adult life she was always overweight, full figured.  She loved unhealthy eating and I took that on.  My dad was overweight.  Both had complications with food related disease that lead to their death.  So it is so important to teach our youth good eating and exercise habits !

Today will be day 3 for my boot camp this week.  YES ! I am so grateful God gives me the strength and courage to do my workouts.  I thought my walk/run for Cervical Cancer was this weekend, My Bad, it is on the 18^th.  Don’t know how I mixed this up.  So I will have a few more weeks to train before that race.  I will be participating with another group I belong to which is Gonegirlgo with Zoe Brown.  I am excited and looking forward to participating.  If you are interested let me know I will provide you with the link for registration.  It is a 5K leaving from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.


I am almost ready to start making my own protein drinks, I have been gathering things, I have my protein powder, chica(sp) powder, almond butter (instead of peanut butter), unsweetened almond milk and a blender.  I need to pick up some frozen fruits from Aldi and it's on.

Me and Cheryl - Cheryl and I power walked the streets of Cleveland Heights for years before she went off and got all married up !  LOL  It was good having her join the walk today.  

Looking real good - we got some first timers tonight Andrea, Valerie,  Lori and Cheryl - Welcome !
Brenda back there look all cute with her hair blowing in the wind !  

Andrea and Glenville coming across the finish line - They made a hard finish - Get it in Andrea  !

Brenda and Cheryl - Walking it Out !

Dayrnice Getting it In - Such a Diva !

I have brought my jump rope -  have not used it yet  LOL
I will use it this weekend LOL

I have incorporated the 1lb hand weights into my walk/run - YES  !
They are very comfortable to the hand 

Work really hard to get your daily amount of water in.  We are suppose to drink 1/2 our body weight !  

Master Cleanse - Not for Me !

Items needed for "Master Cleanse"  the Smooth Move I will continue to use  ! It can be purchased at Whole Foods 

Lord You are so worthy !  I praise Your Holy Name.  You are above ALL !  I am so grateful that You are the creator of All.  Thank You Lord !  Amen !

WOW yesterday was a good day.  I want to talk about the Master Cleanse, well I failed.  I attempted it on Sunday and drank the mix for breakfast and then had lunch (salad) and then dinner I drank the mix.  I drank the cleansing Tea, which I really like it is called “Smooth Move”.  All I will say is that it WORKS !  I don’t recommend drinking it nightly but maybe once a week for a deep cleansing of the bowels.  Ughhhh Yeah  !  Enough said !  

Now I want to lose some pounds and like a lot of people I want to lose it fast, I am sure I would lose weight if I continued and disciplined myself do to so.  The thing with the Master Cleanse is that you are drinking 3 meals a day no food and then drinking a laxative tea nightly and they also recommend a Sea Salt drink (laxative) in the a.m.

On Monday morning I drank the mix for breakfast and mentally I could have stuck with it.  But  I like the idea of nourishing my body with wholesome foods. I like to EAT !   I looked at some You Tube videos for those in support of “the cleanse” and others who did not recommend it. 

I did learn a few important things, cayenne pepper helps suppress the appetite.  I may every now and again drink the mix on a day I am gonna be at a function where there is lots of food temptations.  Next thing is I found out about “smooth moves” laxative tea.  It does what it title implies.  I do not recommend daily as you DON’T want to become dependent on laxatives as a weight loss method, totally UNHEALTHY. 

What I do want to say is the “Master Cleanse” is for those that have the mind set, I enjoy food, the fellowship of food and making healthy choices, on Sunday the mix suppressed my appetite I was not hungry when I went to dinner but I wanted to have dinner with my family.  Yesterday I wanted to have dinner with a friend so that required food.  It is just not for ME.  Others have been successful.  If you want more info do some research before trying it, wonderful videos on You Tube.

Exercise : Yesteday I did ipump with Dee at Nulife, awesome workout.  I was a bit tired, but I got through it.  We worked on arms which I needed to focus on.  Things that I can do at home also.  This a.m. I did a 30 second plank.  I will build up to 45 seconds then 1 minute.

Excellent Core exercise -start out by holding 30 seconds and build up to 45 then  1 minute

 I have not done planks while at Nulife and planks are excellent for the core, I do a decent job doing them and don’t want to lose the ability of doing them. I force myself on the floor before I bathe and “Get it In”. 

Tonight I will be doing my boot camp at Nulife and then meeting the NCBF team for our 4.1 mile walk.  I am expecting good things this evening.  Burn Baby Burn !  The fellowship is AWESOME !

I have not used the jump rope yet :)  

I am working to get my water intake in today !  Pray for me !

See ya !

5K Race Day-Escape on the Lake ! Two Winners ! Best Day Ever !

Lord I thank You for allowing us to run/walk this race.  Allowing us to finish without any harm or injury.   Lord You gave us what we needed, and it was encouragement and you gave us two winners.  Thank You Lord !


Please stroll down and take a look at the photos !  Thanks !
Photo Credits: Blondell Hinton-Trainer (Superwoman)

NCBF Team - After the race - We had two winners Sis Brenda and Erica won in their age group
 Praise God !  It was so exciting !  

Saturday was our first official race together, and it was the first race for all of us except Kia.  Who by the way is an awesome runner.  Blondell has been working and training us and thought this 5K would be nice.  Well it was one of the best things I have ever participated in.  To see our group of NCBF women evolve into this awesome group of athletics was special.  There are others' in this team but they could not make it.  Now we usually walk 5 miles on Tuesday and 4 miles on Thursday so we can do the distance of a 5K (3.1 miles) but the race is a different animal, you are there with people that have been walking/running competing for years.  We were able to blend in with them and do well.

Sis Brenda and Erica won first place in their age category.  We all were blown away.  Blondell had a cow bell and as each one of us approached the finish line she ran it loud and clear, you definitely knew NCBF was in the HOUSE.   It was encouraging to us as women, as black women and being chrisitan women to do this.  God was there !  It was our first race and to have two winners out of all the professionals that were there was God !  Sis Brenda inspired all of us !  She rocked it !  She brought it in.  As we train during the week Erica is always out front as a leader running, and on Saturday she brought that same excitement with her.

I must say we were ALL winners, the fellowship was fantastic, the support for one another is of God.   Afterwards Sis Brenda and Erica returned to the Vann's home for a Marriage Leadership meeting.  Minister Vann told me today that when they walked in the house the room applauded them.  He was so proud of Sis Brenda.  He actually cooked for their meeting so she and Erica could participate in the race.  He also said Brenda's number that she wore was special to him.  WOW !  Again God was all over this race.

Some of us went to First Watch and had a lovely breakfast and COFFEE, and did I say COFFEE.
We had not eaten breakfast some of us had protein, but I didn't.  I did my bootcamp at 7:30 a.m. til 8:15 weighed in and speeded over to the race.  GETTING IT IN !  YES !  I was thrilled in my heart when I found out I got there in time to register, but wouldn't you know they didn't accept credit card at late registration, but God provided !

We will run our next race together on Labor Day morning.  It is also a 5K.  EXCITED !  Come on and join us, more people are planning to come, we are in the process of brainstorming ideas for T-shirt logos for this upcoming race.

Blondell said we had a game faces on !  Everyone but me, who was late trying to pin my number on.  I  always wanted to wear one of these numbers (tear tear )  !!!!!!

The Team after the race with Blondell she is usually behind the camera, she is such a blessing !

Hey it's Me !  I was close to the finish line

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NCBF Team WINNERS Sis Brenda and Erica placed first in their  age category
such an inspiration to us all.  It was first race and to have 2 winners was amazing.  They are giving God the Glory !

Erica was working it out, she placed 1st in her age category.  This woman can RUN.

Ms. Tiera RUNNING !  She used the Couch to 5K method to train herself to run and she ran the entire race.  I am gonna check it out it is on the web.http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml
I went to the site, for the first week they suggest you run 3 times ; stretch, warm up by walking or jogging for 5 minutes, then run 60 seconds run 90 seconds.  Then it progresses, check it out.

Pray prior to the Race !

Brenda with her award !  You Rock !

Heading back to the parking lot after the race, look behind us there were at least 3 to 4 AA teens following us, we didn't know them, but they were following the excitement.  Hopefully they were inspired by our team.  Their presence touched me in a special way.  I saw them behind us, but when I got home and began to look at photos I realized they followed us all the way back to the parking lot.  You see to my knowledge we were the only AA females in the competition. There was a AA male, who came right up to me and asked where we were from and where did we train.  I told him we were from NCBF.  He said Yeah I heard GOOD things about that church !   Praise God ! Praise God !

This was during the award ceremony.

Remember you are welcome on the team !  Any fitness level !  Come on out !  It's really alot of fun !

Oh yeah, I picked up my jump rope and I got some 1 lbs weights to use as I walk.  I walked this a.m. from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. and I used the hand weights.  Awesome walk !  I didn't take that jump rope LOL

Also a subscriber to this blog reached out to me regarding this blog, this blessed me so much.  You know I write this blog to keep myself focused and in hopes that it will bless others.  I am grateful that it has !  WIN WIN

Below is the link for the Labor Day Walk/Race it is $16.00 I sign up for the 5K run because the walk is  only one mile.  Check it out !
http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/milesforsmiles.asp

 Be encouraged and keep on pushing and keep it movin !


OH I can't sign off without telling you all the cutest thing my grandson said this week.  Well this morning he was watching me dress, I was of course putting on my face.  He said "you look like my mommy" and I asked him is your mommy pretty ? and he said YES !  I thought that was very observant of the lil man.  It is so funny what children notice.  Now check this out, we went to dinner at a familiar restaurant and the last time we were there, it was a guest birthday and they were brought a cake with sparkles and the waitresses sang happy birthday.  WELL today we walked in the door, he told the hostess TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY !  I could was shocked that he was trying to run game on the hostess.  She laughed and we all had a big laugh, of course I told him not to tell that untruth anymore.


NOW subscribers I need your prayers this week !  I am on the battlefield and going through a storm, I am faithful and working real hard not to worry.  Pray God's will in my situation.

Also I will be doing the master cleanse this week, and so of course I will need prayer around this.  I will share more about the master cleanse tomorrow.  I am getting ready to drink my smooth move tea.

Exercise today :  7 a.m. til 8 a.m. walked the track did 16 laps.  This evening 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 did about 3 miles of walking.  Before I turn in I plan to do some planks and core work.
Food:  Breakfast/Master cleanse a.m.   / Lunch salad, bread/    Dinner: master cleanse.  I had wanted to do master cleanse all day but I wanted to enjoy going out to dinner with the fam.

Through the Storm

Lord through the storms of life you are there, you protect and guard over us through it all.  I am so grateful for Your wall for protection and favor.  Thank You Lord !

July 26, 2012

                                                                  

Well yesterday as we began our walk/run it began to rain.  It poured but no we did not hear thunder or lightening.  We proceeded to walk and the runners kept running.  At a point the walkers turned and retreated as we could not longer see in front of us, we got in about 1 mile.   But low and behold the runners pushed forward and completed their race.  We all were successful in that we started and we made it back safely.  The walkers waited under shelter until the runners returned. We are a team J  !  We the pictures above you would never know we had been through a rain storm.

A couple new ladies joined us Praise God 

                                                                 

My dinner meal consisted of a bowl of vegetarian black bean soup.  It was pure deliciousness.  I also had a salad.  I noticed that since I did not do a complete workout I had some hunger pains, usually after a full workout I have not been hungry for food and replaced the meal with a smoothie/protein/fat burner.  I listened to my body and made a healthy choice.  I felt it I had gotten he smoothie later on in the evening I would have got an awful craving.  I am listening to what works best for my body and it is successful.  I had my soup and salad and a bottle of water.  WOW sounds nothing like my previous meals of Wendy’s double burger, large fries and diet coke.  I tell you I feel less bloated and I have energy.  My choices are those that keep my body running effectively and turning away from foods that run me down and make me feel miserable. 

Tomorrow is the 5K walk, a few of us from our NCBF Team will be participating, and it will be I first so I am excited.  We have to be there early.  If I complete it in time I will do an 11:00 a.m. workout and weigh in.  This sounds like a lot going on, but when I listen to the sisters that surround me, it is what they do too to stay fit and healthy.  Someone one told me YOU DOING TOO MUCH in a joking manner, and I laughed and I thought I am, but it is sooooo much fun. 

As I mentioned yesterday I want to incorporate some other things in my routine; jump rope, planks and weights, I also plan to do the bleachers at Heights at least once a week.  I am working to build my endurance, I want to run.  So I know I have to build up to it and work at it. 

Tonight starts my weekend ! At Nulife friday evening workout is with the camp owner Miesha.  She calls it Happy Hour,and boy do we have a party.  She brings it, the excitement, the laughter and makes the workout   high energy but fun.  She pushes us by way of her excitement, it challenges us to do more.  Can't wait to Get It In.


I picked up some vitamins today at Heinens’ which were 33% off.  Nice discount.  But they did not have other vitamins I needed so I will stop at Weber’s and pick up a few more.  I plan to get a manicure this weekend as I could not fit it in last weekend.  A little pampering is good.  I am going to play around with my braids that will be real cool.

Remember feel free to comment and subscribe.  If you need info on any walking/run activities I discuss comment me. 

See ya !  

Snatching it Back

Lord You are so worthy of ALL the praise.  I honor and adore You Lord.  Thank You for loving me soooo very much !  Thank You for blessing me daily, giving me peace. Thank You for giving me the courage to move on, to pick up the pieces and move forward.  

A female AA writer, Iyanla Vanzant, wrote a book (can't remember which book) and within the pages she talked about Snatching it Back, I read that book over 10 years ago, but I always remembers those words.  She was referring to reclaiming yourself, picking up the pieces, and she gave the example of weight loss.  She had lost some pounds and regained some and she knew she had to snatch back the power to lose those pounds before she had escalating back to where she began.  I know this owe so well.  When I lose I have a history of regaining pounds plus some extra.  I lost 74 lbs in 9 months.  Lots of work, lots of discipline, lots of prayer.  I regained about 20, I hung on to the author's words and snatched it back quickly.  When my foot broke I went into a dead zone, I couldn't exercise, but what could have controlled was my eating and I didn't.  So as a result I picked up pounds.  I have a new support group and I am moving on.

I am in Week 4 of my Nulife regiment and I absolutely love it.  Yesterday’s workout was awesome, day by day I feel my body begin to get stronger.  When I feel like this I feel athletic and strong in mind and body.  My walk with the Lord is also strong.  I feel his presence more clearly as I am not in a depressed, self pity mode. 

Tonight is my walk with NCBF Ladies “Order Our Steps”, our leaders Blondell and Falonda will not be there tonight so Erica will lead us.  As always I am looking forward to our walk.  This Saturday Erica, Brenda, Blondell and myself will be participating in the 5K.  I am so excited it is my first, I have registered for another one on August 4^th and yesterday Blondell sent us info on a 5K to be held on Labor Day.  How exciting, Right !  I am saying this not in a bragging way but I have to put it down that I have worked out everyday for the past 2 weeks or maybe more.  I am working hard to workout everyday. 

There are things I need to incorporate on my leisure outside of my structured workout:

1. Planks which I love – excellent for the core – takes my stomach down
2. Jump rope build endurance and challenges – I need a jump rope putting it on my list
3. arm exercises – striving for the Ms. Obama arms

I will gradually work this into my life.  Oh boy !  But the results will be awesome.

My meal plan has been amazing and amazingly I have been sticking closely to it.  Yesterday I had a packet of almonds which were not on my meal plan but they helped me to get through my afternoon. 

I am also taking my vitamins, which help burn and help with metabolism.  I have not had a dinner meal this week as I have been supplementing with protein smoothies.  Dr. Oz recommends this and also my current boot camp.  I find after I workout in the evening I am not hungry for food, so I go with how my body feels.  I have a pack of beans I will be cooking this weekend and I will most likely put some chicken pieces in it.  I have not had red meat this week.  That is a plus ! 

It is so important to have a plan with a goal, focus, and then to carry out the plan.  This is a day by day bit by bit, pound by pound journey.  Every bite I take and step I walk gets me closer to my goal of healthy living.  I take that back I am living it right now with all I do I living a healthy lifestyle, my goal my be to lose some pounds but I am living healthy, and eating clean.  Most of my foods I now purchase from Whole Foods, especially my fruits and veggies and I make sure they are organic.