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Jessica Simpson uses her battle with weight to inspire all women

Posted by: Unknown Posted date: Friday, September 07, 2012 / comment : 0 , ,

Jessica Simpson is used to being scrutinized for her body.  The singer-fashion mogul recently revealed in an interview with USA Today that her baby weight hasn’t just fallen off like many women experience.  "I let myself indulge in everything I wanted because it was the first time I was ever pregnant,” Simpson said. “I wanted to enjoy it. I wanted to be happy and eat what I wanted." 

Simpson gave birth to her daughter, Maxwell Drew on May 1, 2012.  In March, Simpson had given information that she was already 170 pounds, with the birth of her daughter she was faced with the task of dropping weight, “I didn’t realize it didn’t all come off with the baby.”

Simpson signed a $4 million deal with Weight Watchers to be their spokesperson and help her shed the extra baby pounds. The first commercial will air next week around the same time as her September 10, 2012, interview with Katie Couric.  Simpson will be revealing her post-pregnancy figure on Couric's new show.

READ MY ARTICLE ON THE EXAMINER: http://www.examiner.com/article/jessica-simpson-uses-her-battle-with-weight-to-inspire-all-women

For those who may be skeptical of the success of Weight Watchers, Simpson told USA Today, “I’ve lost weight every single week."  Simpson is eating well but let the world know, “I don’t believe in completely depriving myself.”

Simpson also spoke about how she shed the pounds with Weight Watchers.  When she first started Weight Watchers, she allowed herself 34 points a day (for example, fresh fruits and vegetables count as zero points), but after weaning Maxwell off breastfeeding, she's now down to 28 points.
Simpson still allows for sweet treats in her life,"I'm a woman who wants her chocolate," she says. "I allot myself a fun-size [bag of] M&Ms. I eat one of those, and my craving is satisfied. I don't need the whole bag of M&Ms."

In addition to eating a balanced diet Simpson also does 60 minutes of cardio each day. "My boobs are way too big to run at this point, I’m just walking.”  According to her Pedometer she takes between 10,000 to 14,000 steps every day.

Lastly, Simpson sees what she is doing as being a role model for all women who may struggle with their weight.  "I feel like everybody can do what I am doing.  I'm not a supermodel. My body is not bouncing back like a supermodel. I'm just your everyday woman who is trying to feel good and be healthy for her daughter, her fiancé, and herself.”

Two Secrets to balancing Family, Fitness, & Healthy Living!

Posted by: Unknown Posted date: Friday, August 24, 2012 / comment : 0 , ,


By Ericka Denke, Fitness/Nutrition Coach

Want to know two Secrets to Keeping Your Kids Vibrant, Strong and Healthy?  Well, it starts with you!  Parents, wish you could change and lead a PROACTIVE, healthy lifestyle for yourself and your family? If you answered "yes," continue reading.
 
In this article, I will tell you 2 ways to incorporate healthy eating and an active lifestyle into your day; because America's weight is spinning out of control (we KNOW this!) But as parents, it is our responsibility to teach our children the do's and don’ts of caring for themselves, so it only makes sense that we start with the basics. 

Tactic #1: Eat HEALTHY


Healthy eating means eating foods as close as possible to their natural state.
A natural, wholesome food WILL NOT contain these 3 ingredients:
  1.  High Fructose Corn Syrup
  2. Artificial Ingredients (Colors, Flavors, Sugar)
  3.  Hydrogenated or Partially Hydrogenated Oils


These ingredients are found in processed foods. AVOID THEM LIKE THE PLAGUE, especially if you are trying to lose weight and want your family to stay healthy! Make going to the grocery store a fun game for your kids –call it “who can pick out the healthiest food”. How will you know? Read the food labels.
Need more help? Michis Ladder is not a diet, but a substitution plan. Take this sheet with you to the grocery store for guidance!

Tactic #2: Exercise 30 minutes 6x/week

I know – who has time for exercise? Well I say that putting exercise on the back burner is in the top 2 health, youth and energy destroyers. You need it, your body wants it, and your kids want to play. Try just 10 minutes a day working out in your own home with “10 Minute Trainer” by Tony Horton.  Is that doable for you? Now ‘TIME’ cannot be your excuse!  Otherwise, take those little kiddoz for a walk or a bike ride. This is amazing bonding time and what a great message you will be sending to your children!

Your health and fitness habits send messages to your children whether you like it or not! Parents, we need to be PROACTIVE and be that role model! Let's ‘End the Trend’ today by starting in our own household. Let's make a pact with ourselves to change bad habits into good habits, and set the example for our loved ones so they can lead a healthy, proactive life too. These things are important, right?


Ericka Denke is a new mom and Nutrition and Food Science Major at South Dakota State University for Dietetics.  She is a Beachbody Fitness Coach. http://beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/erickadeneke#
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