Getufit with Irene- Helping you lead a healthy lifestyle.

Last year over 600,000 Americans died of a fatal heart attack.  In most people, the kidneys have trouble keeping up with excess sodium in the blood. As sodium accumulates, the body holds onto water to dilute the sodium. This increases both the amount of fluid surrounding cells and the volume of blood in the bloodstream. Sodium isn’t generally a nutrient that you need to look for; it finds you.   See how you can reduce your sodium intake and  reduce your waistline all while increasing your lifeline! 

Weight-loss goals can mean the difference between success and failure. Realistic, well-planned weight-loss goals keep you focused and motivated. They provide a plan for change as you transition to a healthier lifestyle.  Listen to me break down the word SMART into these 5 categories that will help you create strategies that will help you meet those goals once and for all! Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, & Timely.

What's your New Year's Resolution this year?  To lose weight?  Get fit? Was it last year's goal?  The year before...and the year before that?? Don't worry.  You're not alone.  95% of people who lose weight end up having to redo their diet.  This is not because the diet didn't work...it is because the approach of keeping it off wasn't taken with the proper mindset.   I have unlocked the secret to this success, listen to my 26-minute podcast and increase your chances of never having to REDO your DIET again! 

Even the most disciplined dieters can't live on vegetables and protein without indulging. The term "cheat" itself has negative connotations. The idea is that you're "good" if you eat clean, or "bad" if you cheat. This psychological barrier can be harder to overcome than the physical barrier of making small changes to your diet, which is why some people steer clear of cheat days completely. Listen to how you can enjoy without going overboard causing diet derailment. 

It is difficult to identify when we are in the thick of it, but when frustration occurs when your weight loss goals are not being met our natural reaction is to unconsciously create excuses for why we can't achieve success.  Our subconscious mind protects our ego from the reality of our lack of follow through or inability to stick with a program.  These are all things that can be changed easily with a mindset adjustment which will lead to a successful outcome!  Listen to my 50%/40%/10% weight loss philosophy!

Over the last 3 years, Getufit Fitness & Nutrition has helped over 2000 people learn how to lead a healthier lifestyle.  There are so many tips that stand out as being top-rated but when Getufit success stories were asked to share which ones made a difference,  I came up with this great podcast.  Listen and learn from those who have changed their lives by simply TRUSTING the PROCESS. 

With a few weeks until the New Year, it's still prime indulging season, the time of year when you may feel tempted to give into lots of treats, and worry about the consequences in January. But are some of the things you believe about holiday weight gain actually old wives tales?  Listen to what is fact and what is fiction... and hear my tips for surviving Thanksgiving Day ! 

Healthy eating and exercise habits are usually on auto-pilot throughout the workweek, but Friday comes around and many of us tend to let loose by having one too many cocktails, indulging in brunch or other restaurant meals, sleeping in and skipping our workouts. Sound like you? Here are my best tips for how to stay on track over the weekend! Don't be WEAK! 

Have you ever considered whether there are any good habits we should learn from our dogs? You might wonder how a dog can be a good example and a role model for humans. When we think of dogs, we normally think of drooling and licking and scratching. But that is not the point – they are also loyal companions and by their nature live a healthy lifestyle. They are very eager about life and enjoy the world outdoors. Here are some things that dogs do that we should also do to live a healthy lifestyle.

Eating healthy is a common goal of many, and something that can be difficult to sustain, but is essential for our health and overall well-being.

There are several elements associated with a healthy diet, and with that comes several mistakes that although seem healthy, might be ruining your diet. Whether the mistake stems from not eating enough, an article you read online, or from a label that has duped you in the grocery store, it’s important to be an informed consumer and know what "healthy" mistakes you’re making that need changing.

I have compiled a list of some of the most common "healthy" mistakes that could be ruining your diet.