I’m not exactly sure when Sundays became special to me, but I know it happened sometime within the last five years after I moved away from my hometown. For a long time, I didn’t feel this way. In fact, I inherited a bit of that sadness from my late grandmother, who used to say Sundays were the lone

In November I had a surgery to remove loose skin after losing 95 lbs. My surgeon prohibited me from working out or lifting for 8 weeks. I took a little longer because I was scared of complications. In March I began my weight lifting again and have gradually been adding weight and getting stronger.

For the last year or so, I’ve been working really hard on reparenting myself and healing my inner child. There’s several things I’ve done that have allowed me to heal, but one of my favorites is going back to a safe space to play. I allow myself to experience things I enjoyed as a child, along

8 years ago I lost 100 lbs, and here’s how I’ve been able to maintain that weight loss. 1. Strength Training 2. Protein focus 3. Consistency Follow me on IG if you want to see more! I usually share all my meals on my story: @araizawellness 😊 #healthylifestyle2024 #weightlosstransfo

Like many others, losing weight seemed to be a perpetual struggle for me. Each time I tried, I seemed to gain more weight! 8 years ago, I decided enough was enough. I was 250 lbs with a 5’3 frame and I was tired of feeling like I was wasting my life eating and watching tv. These are the steps I

1. Embrace Local Flavors: Rather than viewing vacation as a time to abandon your healthy habits, consider it an opportunity to explore new, nourishing options. Dive into the local food scene, seeking out fresh and authentic ingredients that can contribute to your overall well-being. 2. Mindful