Phoenix Silhouettes will continue to encourage and support those who are READY to take ACTION, make necessary CHANGES, and STOP with ALL the EXCUSES!!!!
I stay committed to helping everyone Exude Confidence and Enhance their Fire Body!!
#NationalKetoDay
#45 Day SUMMACOMING Challenge.....And the Winner Is......
Diet Updates, Fitness Updates, Phoenix PheathersAnd the Winner Is…… Arlette Williams
The Challenge started 05/07/19 and ended 06/21/19. This Challenge provided an outlet for those wanting to jump-start a more active and healthier lifestyle. The timing was perfect with summer peaking around the corner. The participants were provided tips and tools for a successful transition from eating carb filled meals and laying on the couch. Each participate had to submit their measurements and photos at the start and end of the challenge by the due dates to qualify. There were 11 participants with ages ranging from 28 to 61 years old. The fitness levels varied from couch potato to working out 3 days a week. The most frequently asked questions were about food i.e. what to eat, how much to eat, quitting sugar and carbs, etc. The hardest transition for most was to get active and too stay active. In the end, Arlette Williams, was the BIGGEST LOSER and the WINNER!!
Arlette lost a total of 15.4 lbs and a total of 13 inches over her entire body.
31 Days.....And….
Diet Updates, Fitness Updates31 Days down and 334 days to go in 2019.
The first 31 days of this year-long health and fitness journey, bye-bye! I have remained as focused and motivated as Day #1. I made the commitment to embark on this lifestyle change and so far I am sticking to it. Each day I find myself researching and pursuing information to find ideas to help me stick to my schedule/routine and at the same time keep things fresh and exciting. I watch YouTube videos, scroll Instagram and Pinterest, read daily blogs, and search Google to find different recipes, meal plans, exercise routines, and regimens to help me manage my needs to keep going STRONG (I'm sure we all do this). In the past, I would start a diet and it was almost a secret until someone noticed a change and you were almost forced to say what you did or were doing. I had only a few friends to share my experiences with to help me stay on track. Well, this journey is DIFFERENT, totally DIFFERENT. I know a lot of my motivation and success staying on track has to do with sharing my story on different social media platforms. The other reason is I am getting older and quite frankly, could care less who knew or didn't know about my struggles with weight or body insecurities. I am more comfortable talking about the things I do that work for me, didn’t work for me, or I tweaked to get my results. In 31 days, I have managed to beat the "Suga" monster, stay away from CARBS, and workout regularly. The “Suga” monster is like the devil on your shoulder. I keep reminding myself of the goals and that’s about the only thing standing in the way of me devouring a bag of Haribo Gummies (well, and my husband guarding the basket at the grocery store blocking my attempts to get the bag in the backset before checkout - THANKS HUSBAND #MutomboInGeicoCommerial)
21 Days - Did We Beat the Sugar and Carbs Craving….
Diet Updates, Fitness Updates21 Days down and 344 days to go in 2019.
There are plenty of articles and studies out there claiming it takes 21 days to break a habit. While eating foods high in sugar and carbs is more a lifestyle choice, the concept of breaking habits can still be applied. You are breaking the habit of eating bread, rice, potatoes and dessert with every meal each day. It’s day #21 into 2019 (and today is MLK Jr. Holiday) and I am here documenting my continued transformation journey to a healthier me. So far, I am claiming success revamping my diet and sticking to my exercise goals.
10 Days Into 2019
Fitness Updates, Diet Updates10 Days down and 355 days to go in 2019.
I am sure this sounds to optimistic for some but others, words of encouragement. I have managed to stay #SUGARFREE for 10 days. I have managed to stick to my goal to workout 2 - 3 times a week (actually 3 times each week so far). I am burning 550 - 770 calories per session.
Week #1 and #2 Exercise and in Diet Review
In the Kick-Off Blog, I shared my starting weight for this journey was 170.6 lbs. As of 01/11/2019, my current weight is 166.1 lbs. Understanding, the numbers look good and sound good but this is really the detoxing process. I am going through the stage of removing the extra water weight and toxins as I have focused on my food intake and maximizing my results with workout.
The Phoenix Commits to Exercise in 2019
Fitness UpdatesParticipating in daily exercise will assist with enhancing your “Fire Body”.
2019 is the year to release your Phoenix Silhouettes.
I have decided to embark on a fitness journey to change my body for the better. There were so many inspirational YouTubers with less than 1000 subscribers. Their journeys were amazing. In mind, I thought if they can do it and put a video out for the world to see, I can do it and blog about it on my website.
Feeding My Phoenix
Diet UpdatesEnhancing your “Fire Body” starts from the inside.
After years of failed roller coaster fad diets, I was at my lowest and realized I was turning 40 and needed to get my physical and mental health together. As I attempted yet another go at starting a diet, I decided I would follow a low fat diet. I noticed eating high protein made me gain weight and still crave sugar. After understanding what worked for me and body, I realized the “Low Carb Life” was the best eating plan for me.