Do you know what you really should weigh? Your ideal weight is not some magic number pulled from the air, or some hopeful number that works best for your beautiful best friend. Your ideal body weight is your lean body mass plus your “ideal body fat” percentage based on your age. You need a certain amount of body fat to be healthy, and women need a...

I’ve been spending a LOT of time researching nutrition. In addition to reading dozens of books from the library, I’m reading lots of magazine articles, and actually taking some nutrition courses. It’s a very confusing topic! I think that part of the problem seems to be that most people who create weigh loss plans have only half the info, and build...

I just got back from a 7-day cruise to Alaska with my parents and siblings.  My folks are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this year, and this was part of that celebration. What great fun!  Lots of laughs, beautiful scenery, fabulous ship (Holland America’s “Volendam”) and wonderful service.  A great way to travel, to be sure. ...

Well, I had a good week off to rest from the race and plan my next move. First of all, let me update you on my weightloss results from “The Lord’s Table” It has been a challenging course, but it’s working out many of the core issues for why I can’t seem to get rid of these last 30 pounds or so. My mentor is just about the...

I’m still looking for sponsors for my walk on the 5th of June – can you help? Just click the badge and you’ll go right to my page. Countdown To Race Day (5 km) Thanks so much!  Both I and the kids benefitting from your donations greatly appreciate your generosity! So I’ve completed my first week of “The Lord’s Table” and...