My Shaklee 180 Weight Loss Program Is Going Strong!

After a year and a half, I have been able to hold and maintain a target weight between 175-173 pounds.  I started my weight lose program at 209 pounds in 2011and felt sluggish with low energy at the time. I wanted to make a change and I believe these 3 factors where life changing for me.

Shaklee 180

Shaklee has came up with an awesome program to follow using a system to help keep you in check and track you daily calorie intake. The system is awesome and easy to follow. Unlike other weight loss programs claiming to drop 5-10 pounds a week, Shaklee 180 helps you lose 1-2 pounds a week while keeping your lean muscle. All the ingredients are natural with no preservatives and I love the fact they use non-GMO soy products in the smoothies. And the great thing is, Shaklee 180 is clinically proven to work! How great is that?

I drink an awesome Shaklee 180 smoothie(24g of protein) for breakfast ofter mixing in organic frozen fruit in with it and always have my morning organic banana. Lunch I usually have a small snack with a Shaklee 180 Lemon Cranberry snack bar with some peanuts, apple, or one serving of baked crackers. Dinner consists of trying to have a salad every other day.

Portioning and Tracking Calories

I found out the best way to keep your calorie count down is to portion of meals. If we all actually ate the recommended portion on the box or product we are consuming, America would not have this ongoing obesity problem. Studies do show if you track your calories and or do it with another individual, the success rate of losing weight is much higher. There are many apps out there for smart phones, and I use the Shaklee 180 app to track my daily calorie count.

Find a Regular Exercise Routine

I would not have been able to lose my weight if it wasn't for consistent exercise. Find an exercise routine that works for you. Track your progress and take measurements. I highly recommend Tony Horton's P90x or his 10 Minute Trainer(for busy people like me!) The more active you are, the more likely you are able to keep of the weight and maintain it.

It all sounds easy, but dedication is the key. It will be rough at first, but the journey is the reward, and people will see a change in you. Don't be modest when someone says, "wow, you're looking good! What have you been doing?" Tell them "Dedication of course!" :)

Have a healthy and productive day!
MJ

Shaklee 180
24 grams of protein
Non-GMO Soy Protein
No Artificial Flavors, Colors, Sweeteners, or Preservatives Added
Gluten Free, Lactose Free

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Exercising and Eating Right During Weight Loss

Hello all, many of you have learned that I have lost 35 pounds going from 209 to 174 pounds over the last year and a half using the Shaklee 180 Weight Loss Program. It did play a big part in my weight loss  success, but consistent exercise and portioning my meals also played a big part in my weight loss success.

I will share my success with you all, you don't have to do exactly what I did, but I think this will help guide you in the right direction to create a better you!

1. Find a weight loss program and stick to it. I chose the Shaklee 180 Weight Loss Program because of the reputation of this company(57 years) and the clinical studies that backed this program. Shaklee is not a fly-by-night weight loss system compared to Herbalife and ViSalus, so do your research wisely.

2. Find an exercise program and stick to it! I found an exercise program through a friend who is a Beachbody Coach. I took his recommended workout and tied it in with my own exercises routine and created a road map for my success. Walk, run, do yoga, keep it moving. Personalize your workout, do want you like to do. I started my routine by purchasing the 10 Minute Trainer from Zilla Fitness, and sticking to the 30 day workout. Have fun with it, and most of all, find a support team or friends and family looking to make the same changes. Make a spreadsheet, check off what you have accomplished on your sheet each day! This helps keep YOU accountable for yourself. The more you exercise, the less sickness and disease you will have.

3. Portion your meals.  We all know fruits a vegetables are perfect during a weight loss program, but what about your other meals? Plan ahead and portion your meals. If you look on a box, it does have a recommended portion for the food. This helps in counting calories to keep yourself accountable. So if you have that smartphone, throw a calorie counter app on it. Most of them are free. This is the prefect way to track your exercise and calories. That's another reason I love the Shaklee 180 app because I am able to track both food and exercise. NO FAST FOOD AND SODA! You will feel so much better and full of energy by cutting out these two items. I have made it a goal to have 1 12oz soda a week. Setting your limits and goals from the start will help you succeed!

So in closing, I gave you some ideas to make a better you, but it is up to you to make these lifestyle changes. My picture proves what dedication and hard work can accomplish! You can do it!

Good Luck with the happy new you!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at:
Mobile-218-428-4448
Office-715-817-8787
mike@mjsheathyway.com
http://weightloss180.info
http://mjshealthyway.com

Weight-Loss Tips for Diabetics

Lately I’ve had so many people ask me about diabetes and weight loss that I thought I would take the time to address the issue here.

The first thing you should know is that losing weight is by far the best strategy for improving your blood sugar over the long term. What some of you may not know is that being overweight is a primary risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Meaning, the higher your body fat, the more resistant your cells become to insulin. Over time, insulin resistance leads to higher blood sugar levels.

Working on reducing your body weight is a great way to help control your diabetes! That’s the easy part. Now for the harder part.

Not all weight-loss programs are created equal; some may help you while many don’t. Let me lay out for you what I think is a safe way to lose weight when you are diabetic.

Follow plans that promote the following:

• Decreasing Caloric Intake: It goes without saying that if you want to lose weight you have to decrease the calories. A good plan will help you do this without feeling hungry. Ask your doctor or dietician what calorie number you should aim for to achieve weight loss.
• Eating Low Glycemic: The glycemic index is a measure of how different foods affect our blood sugar; low-glycemic foods change our blood sugar very little, while high-glycemic foods raise blood sugar a lot. People who are diabetic need to make sure that their diet plan is full of low-glycemic foods.
• Getting Enough Fiber: Fiber plays two roles in people who are looking to lose weight. The first is that it helps them feel full and the second is it helps to keep blood sugar stable.
• Getting the Right Amount of Protein: Protein also plays two roles. It, like fiber, helps you feel full longer and it also helps you keep your muscle mass.

Remember that protein is the key to any good weight-loss program and, sadly, one that most plans ignore. It is essential when losing weight to not lose your lean body mass (muscles). When you lose lean body mass, you are slowing your metabolism.

So, can you go on a weight-loss program when you are diabetic? The answer is yes! Just choose wisely.

I strongly urge you to work with your doctor whenever you are beginning a weight-loss program and have blood sugar problems. Your need for medications can definitely change when you start eating better and losing weight, so let your doctor guide you when you plan to make significant dietary changes.

Thanks to Shaklee Health Wise Blog! :)