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“I can’t wait to say I’ve lost 95 lbs”

This world is a small place. It only takes an encouraging word or private message to remind me that my own story can and may inspire others to make change in their lives. This is why I am currently attempting and in some moments, struggling to build my own business around helping others write their … Read more

Recipe of the Scale – Sweet Potato Fries!

I was going to write, “HUGE CONFESSION”, but I do not hold any guilt on the following statement, so why preface it with that? Friday night is pub night with the kids. I have (for the past couple of months) ordered the traditional chicken wing splurge which I happily inhale in less than 5 minutes. … Read more

My Richard Simmons’ Experience

I had the fortunate opportunity to visit Los Angeles from Toronto for a getaway with a girlfriend. Two weeks ago I landed in (what I would call) tropical temperatures. As I grabbed my 45 lb suitcase of clothes I would later find out I would not wear, I slipped off my long leggings and turtle … Read more

Throwing Away the Masks

Hello everyone with Halloween just behind us, and as costumes get put away or tossed in the trash, I have been thinking about masks a lot. Not just the kind of creepy, kind of terrible looking plastic ones you buy for All Hallow’s Eve, but the ones we wear on a daily basis. I know … Read more

Recipe of the Scale! Homemade Salsa

Salsa is such an underrated food-stuffs; and homemade salsa is a wonderful delight. I love cooking it with my chicken legs (roasted), using it as a condiment with fresh veg or homemade pita chips (lightly seasoned with garlic and salt) or tossing some in my chili or soups. However you use yours, enjoy it’s versatility and … Read more

Perception is a Game Changer

Perception is a game changer. How we perceive ourselves, how we think others perceive us, and how we perceive others affects EVERYTHING. I have found that perception is something obese people struggle with even after losing weight. I have, like so many other obese people, struggled with my self-esteem my entire life. I perceived myself … Read more

Let It Go

This post has nothing to do with a popular Disney song except in name only. And this one image.

Let’s start with a simple premise, people can be mean. People can be really, really mean. I really do hate to admit it, because I believe in the idea that humans, when push comes to shove, are generally good. But I also realize that they can be big jerks. This journey is difficult by itself, and a lot of times, other people will try and sabotage you in some other way. I won’t sugar coat this, because otherwise I might shove that into my gob as well.

Recipe of the Scale! Yummy Guacamole

Guacamole has to be one of my family’s favourite side dishes. I never make it as a condiment but as part of meal with a selection of fresh cut up veggies. I had tasted many variations of this avocado-blessed recipe, but this is a great base. The secret to keeping it from turning completely brown … Read more

Losing Weight… Without Losing Yourself

I had an interesting conversation with a client recently. She has gone through a hell of a transition over the last two years. I met her while working at the women’s fitness studio run by my ex-trainer, just after I had left my career of 13 years and was immersed in a fairly substantial transition myself.

She had left her husband of 42 years, quit smoking, downsized her house, was now living on her own, for the first time EVER, taken up fitness, clean eating – all in her 59th year of life. Not an easy feat for anyone, but she had literally re-invented herself. We were talking about what happens when a life-changing opportunity has smacked you straight across the face…