Every "little bite" counts

Weight loss is an equation - you must, burn 3,500 calories (and not replace them) to lose one pound.  Very often women will tell me that no matter what they eat they cannot lose weight, and in fact, they continue to gain.  If this sounds like you, take this little test.  For the next 3 days enjoy your normal intake, pay attention to everything that you consume - every bite.  Write it down, Google the calorie count for each day and I think you will be surprised.  Calories are hidden (they do hide), and at times we eat without realizing we are popping something into our mouths.  When you add up your daily calorie intake and factor in how many calories you are burning with exercise, you may find that you are taking IN more than you are burning OFF....hence, your weight is either staying the same or you may even be gaining.  It is best for your heart, and entire body for that matter, to exercise everyday - but don't let a little exercise give you the excuse to not count your calories carefully.  If you are a 150 pound woman and you walk briskly for an hour, you are only burning about 150 to 200 calories - don't confuse exercise with weight loss.  Be true to yourself, take notes, carefully track your caloric intake, follow a healthy meal plan, and you will LOVE what you see in the mirror. Everyday presents a new challenge..... and aren't we so happy to be able to take on those challenges?!?