I used to do intermittent fasting before it was trendy. In fact, it was so long ago that it wasn’t even called intermittent fasting. It was called “skipping breakfast,” and it went something like this: Wake up. Don’t eat breakfast. Eat lunch. (Maybe) eat a snack. Eat dinner. Don’t eat any more. And it worked … More My Experience With Intermittent Fasting (AKA a Post About Breakfast)
More energy: Exercise strengthens the heart muscle, which allows it to work more efficiently throughout the day. When our hearts pump blood efficiently, they conserve energy and are less likely to become fatigued, keeping our muscles and brains well-oxygenated throughout the day. When are hearts have more endurance, so do we! Less stress: Regular exercise … More 10 Reasons to Exercise (Unrelated to Weight)
A few weeks ago, I participated in a focus group of healthcare professionals for the purpose of designing an awareness campaign for eating disorders. The dialogue got me thinking about the forces underlying food and body obsessions, and what drives them. While the causes of disordered eating are diverse, complex, and multifaceted, one of the … More Ladies, Let’s Stop Talking About Dieting
In casual conversation, I hear a lot of stories about other people making unsolicited comments about their weight, whether well-intending or not. These could include things like:”You look good!” or “You look so much better!” or “How’ve things been going? You look different!” The same is true in times of struggle, whether a person gains … More Unhelpful Comments
Today I’m sharing on the (in)courage blog! My passion for helping others heal from dieting and disordered eating comes from my own experience struggling with food, and the work that God did in my life to help me recover. Head over to the (in)courage blog to read my post, along with hundreds of other encouraging messages! … More The Victory in Surrender
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