What are thousands of women all over the country doing today? Beating themselves up about eating and drinking too much over the holiday weekend. No, not everyone will feel this way after the parties are over and the coals have died on the grill. There are tons of people who will pat themselves on the back for making healthy […]
July Challenge – 21 Day Step and Squat Challenge
This month we will work our thighs and butt with squats while we get our STEP on! Break out that pedometer or fitness tracker. The fun starts on July 1st. Join us! 1. Download this month’s printable calendar. (PDF FILE) Each day you’ll have a squat goal (the number on the left – 15 to 70 squats per […]
What does “Pre-diabetes” mean?
What is Pre-diabetes? For many people, being told they are pre-diabetic can be hard to understand. Pre-diabetes is a condition that is hard to diagnose because there is no one set of criteria that works for everybody. Depending on several factors such as your past medical history, age, ethnicity, gender and family history, the symptoms […]
June Challenge – 15 Day Focus and Transform Journal Challenge
Welcome to Black Women Losing Weight’s June 2018 Challenge! It’s time to focus and transform. Challenge Goal: Spend 15 days taking a deep dive into why you want to change your lifestyle and what may be keeping you from reaching your goals (beyond just food and fitness). This month, we will explore the factors that […]
May 21 Day Brisk Walking Challenge
This month’s GOAL: We are committed to 21 days brisk walking. We are also hosting a DietBet this month. Download this month’s printable tracking calendar below. The fun starts on May 1st! Experts say that it only takes 21 days to form a new habit, so this means that in 21 days you could go take an […]
April Time Crunch Intervals Exercise Challenge
Let’s workout together in April. The goal of this super, straight forward exercise challenge is to add an Intense Burst of Exercise into your day. Add these quick interval workouts to your exisiting workout routine and feel free to modify the workouts to fit your needs. Join Us! Click here to download the calendar Download the calendar and Print […]
Meatless in March – Plant Based Eating Challenge
Our focus for March 2018 will be eating more plant-based, whole foods. Lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, unrefined whole grain foods, seeds, plant-based meat substitutes, etc. Why? How is this beneficial for weight loss and health? Plant foods are great for weight loss, especially low calorie, high fiber foods, like greens, beans and celery. These foods […]
24 Meatless Lunch Recipes
If you are trying to eat a more plant based diet and cut out the meat, finding healthy options could be an issue at lunchtime. Why not prep your meals and take them to work instead? Trying some of these delicious, meatless recipes. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili – via Eating Well Grilled Zucchini […]
27 Meatless Breakfast Ideas
Looking for some delicious, plant-based breakfast ideas? Want to go meatless in the morning? Check out these awesome breakfast recipes. Peanut Butter Granola with Fruit – via JoyFoodSunshine Vegan Pancakes – via Feasting on Fruit Tempeh Bacon – via Vegetarian Times No Bake Chewy Granola Bars – via Bowl of Delicious Keto Breakfast Brownie Muffins – via Ruled.me […]
Non-Scale Victories are SO Important
Non-scale victories are so important. You know what we mean by non-scale victories, right? Here’s a list of some of the non-scale victories that ladies have shared with us over the years. Getting into that pair of jeans that you haven’t worn in years. Having higher self-esteem Lowering your blood pressure or blood sugar numbers. […]
