It’s a brand new year and here’s to your best life!

I guess for most of us it is that time of the year to look back on what went wrong in 2009, what we failed to accomplish and to learn from the mistakes that hindered us of our progress for 2009. What did you not manage to do? Did you reach your weight loss goals? Did you become a healthier you? Or are you still struggling?

I personally do not make new year resolutions. It’s not because they are not important, it is because, for me, they always get lost somewhere during the year. I get caught up in everything else that happens in my life, life with all it’s complications, joys, challenges and beauty.

I prefer to have monthly goals that are better manageable, because I can always break them down to weekly goals, which I can further break down to daily goals. This way, I get to have my goals in front of me, at least every single week, and this presses me to look at them, and review them and ultimately fulfill them.

Unlike resolutions, they are constantly staring me in the face, and this reminds me of how important they are to me. So what goals have you made regarding your weight? Don’t just say ‘I want to lose weight in 2010′. Make it as specific as you possibly can. Put a value to your goal and put a time frame to it. Even more important, break it down to what you need to do daily to accomplish it.

That is what I do and it really works. I lost 15 pounds without dieting or drinking any pills. That is a great thing for me because I have tried a lot of diets in the past. Yes I did lose weight with some, but I gained it all back. Why does that always happen?

Because maintaining a healthy weight is a lifestyle, and not something you do for three months. I finally got it!

It really works too, and I am not deprived of any food that I want to eat. I eat whatever I want to eat . . .

So what is your weight loss goal? I really would love to hear from you. . .

If you want to hear about how I lost my 15 pounds, CLICK HERE.

I did it without diets or pills, and I did it through the most difficult part of the year – during holidays!

It makes me so proud, and that is why I am sharing my story. Do not forget to share your story, resolutions or whatever goal you may have about your weight or being a healthier you!

I just came from gym and I feel great. Today I did my legs, I am loving how they are looking- already!

I don’t know what 2010 has in store for me, but I know this, it is going to be my best year ever!

If you are like me, you will be interested in increasing your metabolism, so that you can effectively burn calories. And I am sure you know by now that burning calories will help you lose weight. So let’s get to it

One of the most effective ways there are to increase your metabolism is by eating fat burning foods.  Exercise is great as well.  By combining both, your fat burning ability will go through the roof!  So, what are some of the best foods and exercise to accomplish this?  Here are some examples.

Fat Burning Foods

Some of the best fat burning foods you can use to boost your calorie and fat burning capacity are fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, beans, whole wheat products and dairy foods.  Calcium is a super fat burner!

The secret to using foods as a way to increase metabolism is knowing how to combine foods and when to eat for the most effective fat burning.  By eating the right foods in the correct manner, your metabolism will work at its peak constantly.

Exercise

You may think you have to run a marathon or do exhausting aerobics in order to boost your metabolism.  This is totally wrong!  The best type of exercise to raise your fat burning ability is weight bearing exercise.  This can either be exercises done using your own body weight, or light hand held weights that are about 5 to 8 pounds.  Building muscle replaces fat, and boosts your metabolism tremendously.

These are just a couple of effective ways to increase metabolism.  They are very effective, and if used with a weight loss plan, you really see those pounds melt away.

Not sure which weight loss plan is the right one for you? have a look at these

A while back I wrote an article on detoxification and how that can benefit your body.You can see it on here.

I have recently stumbled across a report that zooms in on detoxification and weight loss. The report looks at why it is important for people to detoxify and how detoxification can help one with weight loss. It goes on and looks at how detox diets actually work, and it zooms in on detox foot pads diets.

The detox foot pads diet that have the spotlight are the Kinoki Detox foot pad, Dr Group’s Detox foot pad and the cleanse patch.

My favorite part of the report is where it reveals how one can cleanse their body naturally and without paying a cent. I have personally used some of the methods and it left me feeling great and refreshed. This is really the core reason why I want to share this report with you.

If you are interested in the report, email me at lisa@gearup4success-today.com and I will gladly send you the report free of charge. Also if you think your friends or family can benefit from, you can request it on their behalf.

It is FREE, so you have nothing to lose.