Take Control Of Your Health

November 14, 2012 By Sheila Thomas 29 Comments

In life there is only one person that can tell you how you feel, and that is you. Yes, there are tests a doctor can do, and pills that will cure just about anything, but in all honesty you and only you have control of your body and what you do for your body. Eating right, exercising, good sleep, among many other things are all things you control.

Back in March of 2010 I decided to try a new product because I was told it would make a huge difference in my life. Well, ultimately it did. It lead me to where I am now ~ A Living Smart Girl who wised up.

Story is ~ In March 2010 my husband and I were walking thru our local mall and came across a Body by Vi (ViSalus) booth. Not knowing what it was or anything about it we stopped, ordered shakes, talked to one of the gals at the counter and then went on our way. Well we thought the shakes tasted good, we did some talking and I decided I was going to give them a whirl. My husband also realizing he needed to lose about 40# and since he has tried many things he thought he would give this a go. So, first I joined as a promoter. Paid lots of money, got my kit and started using them. Then, my upline kept pushing me to sell sell sell, and make the next level. So, I got talked into signing my husband up as a promoter.. another ouch in the pocketbook. Well, we both were on the shakes, me 2 times a day and him one a day except on his days off work then he would do 2. I lost about 10# (didn’t really need too) and he started to see the weight loss. Me being huge into fitness, health, wellness and such and also the fact I research things daily due to me living with Fibro, I started to do much research because I felt crappy all the time. Tired, sore, icky tummy, headachy, etc. Yes, I know a lot is due to the Fibro.. but was told by many who were on these shakes that I would feel amazing and like a new girl. NOT!
My husband lost 25# + and even though he lost weight he still was not feeling great. Most of his weight loss was due to him being diagnosed with kidney cancer, going thru surgery for a tumor removal and recovering from all that. But, he continued to do the shakes, but said he was always starving! And when one is hungry, they are crabby, irritable and just not in a good place. So, in my research I started to realize.. the reason he and many others lose weight so fast on the shakes is this ~
The shakes are 90 Calories. There is a chart we need to go by showing us how many calories one needs to lose weight, maintain weight or gain weight depending on your goals. Well, he was about 1000 calories a day down from what his daily calorie intake should be which is why he was hungry, had no energy, couldn’t sleep and more. So, these shakes are not a healthy way to lose weight… because you are actually starving. You are taking things away from your body that it needs.
A body need proper nutrition. You need to eat 6-8 small meals a day. If you need 1500 calories a day and eat 6 times you need at least 250 calories for each meal. Body by Vi does not teach you how to eat, how to lose or maintain. They teach you how to promote, and grow a business to make money or drive a new car. A person will fall on their face if you go off the shakes, as my husband did. He was so tired of being hungry and tired and so quit the shakes and gained all he had lost back. Not because he started to eat unhealthy, but because he was actually putting food back in his body. He isn’t one to exercise much, so until he starts to move his body a bit more he will always fight the weight issue.
Me, I just couldn’t keep putting something in my body that had a ton of ingredients I was unsure of. And, something made me feel like crap and I came to the conclusion it was the shakes. Once I stopped doing ViSalus, I started to feel normal again. My headaches quit, my tummy issues stopped and I was back to myself. But, I yet yearned to find a product that would help me feel better all around and something that I could feel proud to put in my body and promote.

I hate to see people giving up a chunk of their life and pocketbook to be on ViSalus shakes. More and more are finding out they are no good. But, if you ask someone who is driving a new car from them they will fight you tooth and nail and get very upset with you if you have doubts.. why? Well because they are in it for the money, not the health.

While the Vi Shakes might taste better than many others on the market ~ Advocare, Shakeology, Herbalife, Shaklee, etc. The main thing to keep in mind is how it makes you feel and if it is doing what the company claims. So many people are getting sick on the shakes, and are expecting things that aren’t happening.. like a healthy life, money, cars, etc.

I am sure that there are many that will disagree with my post, or be mad because I am not backing ViSalus. Well, all I can say is to each their own. What doesn’t work for one, might work for another so do what you need to do for you. I am just sharing my story, like it or not.

But, always be informed and read ingredients. Your body will be the thing to tell you if what you are putting in it is working or not.

Craving Butterfinger Candy Bars?

February 8, 2012 By Sheila Thomas Leave a Comment

Stop denying yourself of the sweet treats in life and
make it yourself!!

ViSalus offers so many amazing, yummy,
low calorie shake combinations that
one will never be bored or run out of things to try.

Check out all the other amazing shake recipes
I have posted ~ click here

Are you ready to make a change for the better?
For as little as $49 (plus tax & sh) you can enjoy 1 shake
a day and be on your way to a new you.
Join the Body by Vi Challenge.
You will feel great inside and out.

Contact me for information or visit my site and watch
the video’s. Millions of people can’t be wrong ~
So what’s stopping you from taking that step?

Replace one or two meals a day with a shake and
and watch your body change right before your eyes.

7 Fast & Free Slimming Secrets!
You’ve heard all the hype, the gimmicks, the mystical ancient tricks that are supposed to be your
shortcuts to lasting weight loss success… If only it were that easy, right?
The one thing we do know is that healthy, lasting weight loss doesn’t happen overnight, but it is
something you can have if you follow the right plan. However you decide to begin your weight loss
journey, take a moment to read the tips below and keep them in mind along the way.

1DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS
Did you know that 74% of adults are dehydrated?
This can slow metabolism 3–5%, and keep the
pounds on. Another reason to drink plenty of fluids is that
37% of people can confuse thirst as hunger. So drink plenty
of fluids, including Neuro™, and you’ll have healthy energy
and help your body flush out toxins, feel fuller, and help your
metabolism too.

2EAT PROTEIN
Protein is a key way to help keep blood sugars
level, and keep you from getting hungry. But not
all protein is created equal. The Tri-Sorb™ protein in ViSalus
products were specially designed to help you retain and build
lean muscle, and burn fat. other brands use gelatin, milk
powder, or other proteins that may be great for skin or hair or
nails, but won’t help you burn fat or boost muscle like ViSalus.

3EAT FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Did you know that 83% of adults don’t eat enough
fruit every day, and 72% don’t get enough
vegetables? These are critical to losing weight as they fill you
up, provide healthy antioxidants and fiber, and are low in
calories. You can ‘eat more’ and weigh less by adding fruits and
vegetables to your diet.

4AVOID THE COLOR BEIGE
Did you know that beige foods tend to be high in
carbohydrates and calories, but low in nutrition?
Bread, rice, and pasta may taste great, but they can add up
to more calories, and more fat. one cup of refried beans can
be 500 calories! You could eat almost 10 servings of fruits and
vegetables, and still not reach 500 calories. So avoid beige,
add color to your plate and you’ll lose weight.

5GET SOME SLEEP!
Too little sleep, and your body won’t function
and you’ll gain and retain weight. Maybe it’s a
coincidence, but 68% of us don’t get 8 hours of sleep per
night, and almost the same percent is overweight. Sleep, and
you’re body will de-stress, de-tox, and retain less cortisol to
make you gain weight.

6PORTION SIZES COUNT
The average plate of food is 2–3 times larger in
size and calories than just 30 years ago. Did you
know that a serving size of protein is the same size as your
computer mouse? Two cups of mixed greens should be about
the size of two baseballs. A serving of fruit the size of a tennis
ball. A serving of butter or cheese the size of a dice. Little
tricks can help you keep portions under control, and help you
lose weight.

7EXERCISE!!!
The best way to boost metabolism, boost mood,
and boost weight loss is to exercise. Simple tricks
like go for a 10 minute walk, 3 times a day can help you lose
weight, build muscle, and look better.

And Remember… It’s the inches—not the
pounds. Many people look to lose pounds, but that can
be misleading. Did you know that 1 lb. of fat is the size
of a large grapefruit? 1 lb. of lean muscle the size of a
small tangerine. By boosting exercise you’ll lose inches,
but may not lose pounds. But this is good, as muscle
burns more calories and can help keep you healthier.
So don’t focus on the scale, focus on how your clothes
fit. That’s’ the true test of weight loss.

Join my Fitness Challenge

January 11, 2012 By Sheila Thomas 5 Comments

Join my Fitness Challenge ~ Body By Vi

Why am I with ViSalus? Because I don’t want this.. LOL!

And because ViSalus offers the best tasting, best priced shakes you will find
on the market today. Once you try the shakes you will be sold.
They are so good!! And, you can customize them so many ways.
Check out all the recipes.

And, when you have 3 friends on the challenge with you, your kit is free!

Join my fitness challenge today ~ summer is just around the corner
Click Here

Breakfast Shakes: Drink Yourself Skinny

November 30, 2011 By Sheila Thomas Leave a Comment

Meal-replacement shakes are an effective, easy way to drop pounds. They teach you how to eat less and lose weight quickly and permanently – and the right shake can boost your metabolism by 25%. Who doesn’t need that?

The fact is, when you’re trying to lose body fat, you can’t skip breakfast – but you may be too busy to think about calories and to make healthy choices. That’s why drinking a protein shake first thing in the morning is a simple, foolproof weight-loss method. When you drink the right protein shake, you give your body the nutrients it needs and you can also:

Boost your metabolic rate by 25%.
Save calories by avoiding fatty foods (if you drink a shake for breakfast, you can save an average of 400 calories per day).
Keep your blood sugar levels balanced, allowing your body to burn stored fat as fuel.
Increase your energy levels, which enables you to increase your activity and automatically burn more calories.

Why do meal replacements or protein shakes for breakfast work? Simply put, weight loss occurs when your metabolism gets moving and you put out more calories than you take in. If you were to replace your 750-calorie bagel and orange juice meal with a 155-calorie protein shake, you’d save 595 calories per day. And you’d see the results on your bathroom scale in no time.

We can’t be perfect all the time, so we need calorie safe havens that keep us anchored while we learn how to eat correctly. Protein shakes that contain nutrients offer those safe havens. Most people love them because they don’t have to think about food, plan meals or buy expensive products. You can even make them yourself. To start, try one of my favorite recipes: a mocha madness shake that tastes amazing.

Fat-Burning Mocha Madness

In a blender, mix ½ cup of cold water (you can add more or less water depending on the consistency you prefer).
Add 2 scoops of nutrient-rich chocolate-flavored protein powder.
Add 1 tsp of granulated instant coffee.
Gradually add 5 ice cubes to thicken.
Blend on high for one minute (in a pinch, this shake can also be made by simply mixing ingredients together in a glass with a spoon).
Drink yourself skinny!

By By Lisa Lynn on Dr Oz

So, with all that said let me introduce you to ViSalus ~ Vi-Shape®, the shake mix that tastes like a cake mix, gives you the nutrition you need to get the body you want!

Join my 90 Day Challenge and get a jump start on your New Years resolution…. Today!

Aug 23rd ~ 20-40-60-80- ~ Fitness Challenge ~ Join Us

August 23, 2011 By Sheila Thomas 1 Comment

August 23rd ( Day 5 )

Here is the deal ~ We will call this the 20-40-60-80 Challenge.

Every day you must do 20 Pushups ~ 40 Crunches ~ 60 Squats ~ 80 Jumping Jacks.
You can do them all together, or spread them out in the day.. but must do them all!!

I will post my update daily, and if you are in then come and give me your update by leaving a comment daily

And, to make this even more fun I will be giving one of you a one year subscription to Fitness Magazine Woot Woot!!

The only way you can enter this giveaway is to join the challenge, make yourself accountable (no cheating or fibbing).
You must post your updates on my daily post. I will keep track of everyone involved in the challenge.

Fitness Challenge starts Aug 19th ~ ends Sept 16th. That is 4 weeks!! We can do this

The more days you do it, the more entries into the giveaway.

So, who is with me??

Would like to say HI and keep up the good work to those joining in You all ROCK!!

Do you want to add a bit of help to your fitness lifestyle?

Living Smart Girl’s Body By Vi