If you’re in the process of losing weight or just getting started, you may be picturing yourself with firmer, stronger abs. It’s important to know that although you will lose weight by eating a well-balanced diet that is low in carbs, performing core strengthening exercises are also needed to get that flatter belly. Something to keep in mind is that building stronger core muscles is not all about developing “six-pack abs.”

People make the decision to lose weight for a variety of reasons. For some, they wish to look better for an upcoming event, such as a wedding or high school reunion. For others, weight loss becomes a critical necessity due to health and/or medical issues. Regardless of why you choose to lose weight, you should keep in mind that choosing a healthy way to do so has positive long-term effects. Healthy weight loss affects many aspects of our lives - from looking better, to boosting your self-confidence, to improving your health. Before starting on your weight loss plan, it’s also a good idea to personally assess the way you feel about your own body image.

After a busy day at work, school or home, you may not have time (or energy) to whip up a full meal for dinner. It’s often tempting to order takeout or go through the drive-through for instant gratification. However, when you’re trying to lose weight, you already know the importance of preparing meals at home. Fortunately, there are many recipes you can enjoy while losing weight which are not only simple to whip up but are also delicious and satisfying. When you’re craving something fast, fresh and filling but want to stick to your weight loss goals, this recipe for Smoked Salmon Salad in Avocado Boats will hit the spot.

Whether you’re losing weight or ready to embark on a weight loss journey, you already know the importance of making dietary adjustments. Exercise is also an important factor. Exercise not only helps you burn calories, which contributes to overall weight loss, but it also helps you tone up so you look and feel your best. If you’re looking to tone up your thighs, then you’ll want to try the exercises in this post. They are designed to specifically target your inner thigh area. Get ready to feel the burn!

Are your lips thinning as you age or do you have naturally thin lips? Have you been daydreaming about having fuller, plumper lips? If so, you’re not alone. According to data recently released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), more than 27,000 lip procedures took place in the U.S. last year (2015), with a lip procedure being performed approximately every 20 minutes.

Do you enjoy an occasional egg for breakfast? If so, then you’re going to be really glad to know that eggs provide several health benefits. For one thing, eggs are an excellent source of high-quality protein; and when you’re dieting to lose weight, eating enough protein is essential. Eggs are also filled with vitamins D, B6, and B12, and minerals such as zinc and copper. Fortunately, there are plenty of recipes available that will allow you to enjoy eggs while losing weight. This Egg in a Pepper recipe looks absolutely scrumptious. It’s also low in carbs and calories but packed with protein, which means you can enjoy a guilt-free breakfast that is filling and satisfying.

It’s finally summertime and you’re dying to wear your cute sleeveless tops and spaghetti strap sundresses, right? If you’ve been losing weight and focusing on getting fit before the warm weather hit, then you’re feeling even more confident about wearing summer fashions. One of the main areas to focus on is our triceps. Aside from helping us to look even better in our sleeveless outfits and being stronger, having lean, toned arms has several other benefits as well. Toning your triceps helps you gain muscle mass, which increases your resting metabolic rate. This means you’ll burn more calories even when you’re not exercising, and this contributes to overall weight loss. Sounds like a win-win, don’t you think? Read on to learn how you can tone your triceps by performing a few simple exercises for fifteen minutes, three times a week.

There is a common misconception that people in general – and women in particular - cannot lose weight once we hit a “certain age.” So many of us simply accept the belief that it’s impossible to win the ongoing battle against our slower metabolisms once we hit forty-something. As a result, we often simply surrender without even trying to lose weight. In all truth, losing weight does become more difficult as we get older. However, it’s not impossible to shed those excess pounds, and you don’t have to resort to painful weight loss surgery in order to do so. As long as you’re willing to work a little harder, you’ll continue looking and feeling great well into your forties and beyond. Read on to learn more about the steps you can take to naturally boost your slower metabolism and lose weight after forty.

Many of us find ourselves fighting the temptation of grabbing a quick lunch from a fast food restaurant on a daily basis. For one thing, fast food is convenient and affordable. On the downside, however, most (if not all) fast food is made from processed ingredients and is often fried and/or greasy. As well, it’s quite difficult - if not impossible - to find anything “clean” to eat in a fast food restaurant since even salads sometimes include preservatives.

Summer is right around the corner, and so are the cool summer fashions. The hot weather usually means wearing lighter clothing and swimsuits. Are you excited about breaking out the shorts and sleeveless tops? If not, don’t worry because you still have time to get in shape. Perhaps you have already been losing weight but still want to tighten and tone your body in time for the summer months. Either way, these slim-down workout moves will help you look and feel your best. The workout focuses on shaping up your “bikini zones” - upper arms, abs, butt, and thighs. Get ready to break out those shorts and sundresses and look fantastic in them this summer!