Sunday ...

I hope everyone is enjoying their long (or short) weekends and this prideful, commemorative holiday!

B | Mom's Best® Natural Frosted Shredded Wheat, Soy Milk, Pear

S | Raw Almonds, Kiwi-Strawberry Organic Tea

L | Baked Microwaved Red Potato w/ Athenos® Tomato Basil Feta, Steamed Snap Peas

S | Dannon® All-Natural Vanilla Yogurt w/ Kashi® Almond Flax Topping

D | Pinto Beans + Brown Rice cooked in Veggie Broth, w/ Mixed Veggies

Lake trail behind our home and the Billygoat-less bridge: 1 lap = 0.5mi.

My beloved BOSU ball!

Calories | 1,314

Water | 103oz

Workout | 25 Minute BOSU Routine / 45 Min Interval Jog (3 Miles) ... Last song playing on the MP3: "Massive Attack" - Nicki Minaj ft. Sean Garrett ~PC

WTH? Files: KFC Double Down, Meets Donut + Freeze Your Fat!

1. Firstly, I want to know ... who conceptualized this modified travesty? Followed by, was said disturbed person, hugged as a child? To no surprise, the demand for KFC's Double Down was so huge (over 10 million sold), it's offering has been extended indefinitely on menus across America. Great, just great. Today it's add a Krispy Kreme donut, what's next? Source

2. Let me find out all I need to do is stock pile up on ice, to reach my weight loss goal? The procedure: Cryolipolysis, is a dermatological fat-crystallization method, marketed as a spot reduction tool. Costs range from $400-$1,000 per session. Brrr ... GUCCI! ~PC

"Losing it With Jillian" | Michaels' New Show

Updated

"Biggest Loser is the last resort ... our show is an intervention", Michaels tells TVGuide.com.

America's toughest trainer will have her OWN - show that it is. 'Losing It', will showcase a family each week in hopes to help transform their physical, mental and even financial well-being. She moves in with the family, analyzes habits and does what she does best (no, not scream) inspire.

We kept saying, "everyone can't up and go to a ranch" ... while the odds of Jillian coming to my home with Celebrity Chef Curtis Stone, are still very slim -  the program seems to be a bit more reasonable to those of us in conventional enviornments.

The JM empire is growing. Show to premier this Tuesday, June 1st @ 10pm EST on NBC ... ~PC

Video | "One Big Happy Family" Coles Family Sheds 327lbs!

The TLC series highlighting 4, whom collectively weighed in at nearly 1,400lbs - was only a start for the Coles family! Their show undoubtedly sparked conversations, some fury, and even relevancy to the obesity epidemic in the nation (distinctively - the black community). What initially looked to be an exploitation of the "operations" of an obese unit (some sanctioned the new-age Klumps), the show transformed into a better health comprehension and support mission.

Just how are they progressing in their healthy lifestyle changes (which was a vivid struggle on-air) after the cameras left? Mom is down 126lbs, Dad - 80lbs, Son - 46lbs, and Daughter - 75lbs! Peep their recent interview with Joy Behar on HLN:

~PC

America's Fittest Cities | 2010 ACSM Report

It's that time again. The revelation of America's most active and the anti-thesis of such, has arrived. The comprehensive report, including data collection methods, extensive findings (as well as challenges and result causations) can be found here:

American College of Sports Medicine's American Fitness Index

Fittest Cities in America
1. Washington, D.C.
2. Boston, MA
3. Minneapolis, MN
4. Seattle, WA
5. Portland, OR
6. Denver, CO
7. Sacramento, CA
8. San Francisco, CA
9. Hartford, CT
10. Austin, TX

50 Cent Loses 50 Pounds: Shocking Weight Loss!

Controversial rapper, Curtis Jackson bka "50 Cent" - stunned many upon posting pics of his transformed body, via This50.com. The rapper - turned - actor reportedly shed approximately 50lbs in preparation for the upcoming movie, "Things Fall Apart". A heart-wrenching tale depicting an esteemed football star, turned cancer patient.

Undergoing a process that took 9 months of liquid dieting and intense cardio, he shared,  "I was starving." As filming concludes and he's back on his music grind and added, "I've been eating. I'll be back in shape in no time!"

I definitely thought it was photoshopped or somebody's uncle Pookie, that sorta kinda looked like 50. Yet, it's all too common that stars are motivated to transform their bodies, (self-admitted recently by Jennifer Hudson) to morph into a character.

Let me find out 50's going to pull an Oscar before Queen Bey does!?! And, y'all know Samuel L. is getting that lip twist ready. ~PC

Real Food Has Curves: How to Get Off Processed Food, Lose Weight, and Love What You Eat

I was really excited to find this read today! A realistic guide to ween oneself off of processed foods and dive into the realm of clean(er) eating. We all know that food closer to it's origin will forever be superior in consumption (especially in pursuit of weight loss) ... but be it convenience or even desired taste ... I find myself grabbing items with an ingredient list, that would easily disqualify me from a spelling bee lol.

In 'Real Food', authors Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough take you on a fun 7-step path to rediscovering real food, recognizing the fake, deflating food budgets and shaping your waistline in the process (pun intended). ~PC

Program's Recipe + Info Site: www.RealFoodHasCurves.com

Buy on Amazon.com: Real Food Has Curves: How to Get Off Processed Food, Lose Weight, and Love What You Eat

Preview | VH1's Bridal Bootcamp + CW's Shedding For The Wedding

'The Biggest Loser' gets married? In a sense. A new round of weight loss competition shows are on their way, and two - come with nuptial motivation:

VH1's "Bridal Bootcamp" will follow 10 brides-to-be as they attempt to shed unwanted weight before their weddings. The women are divided into teams and enrolled in a boot camp designed to turn them into svelte brides before their big day. In each episode, teams will participate in challenges - with the losing team being sent to the "Fitting Room", where each member will face a weigh-in and possible elimination. The woman left standing, will win her dream wedding.

Premiers: Wednesday, June 9 at 10pm EST on VH1.

In addition, the CW Network announced a new show in development entitled, "Shedding for the Wedding", this week. It highlights couples in the weight loss competition environment, where the winners walk away with "a fantasy wedding that America will attend". The schedule is TBD. ~PC

Size 16 to 6: Jennifer Hudson Covers PEOPLE

Once a size 16, Jennifer Hudson is now reveling in her new size 6 body, telling PEOPLE, "I’m in the best shape of my life!"

The star went about her weight loss in a healthy way by working out with trainer Harley Pasternak and learning about portion control through Weight Watchers’ point system (Hudson became the official spokesperson earlier this year).

Now as the actress gets ready to fly to the South African set of her new movie, Hudson will face the challenges of figuring out how many points are in vetkoek – a South African fried treat. But don’t think she’s going to fall off the weight-loss wagon anytime soon.

BeautifulBrwnBabyDol's "Weight Loss 101"

The lovely and ever-inspiring vlogger Nina aka BeautifulBrwnBabyDol from YouTube, brings us her experiences in initiating a workout regimen. Be sure to subscribe to her channel and check out the other vids in this exciting series! ~PC

Saturday ...

B | Cheerios w/ Almond Milk, Apple, Banana Slices

L | BOCA Chik'n Patty w/ Lettuce, BBQ Sauce + Progresso SW Veggie Soup

D | Broiled Orange Perch, Snap Peas Seasoned in Sesame Oil, Sea Salt, Pepper

S | Dannon Natural Vanilla Yogurt, Raw Almonds, Grapes

S | Orville Redenbacher Smart Pop

My awesome running path view: Scioto River Trail - Columbus, Ohio

Calories | 1,426

Water | 96oz

Workout | AM 30 Min Yoga Session / PM 45 Min Run (3.8 Miles) ... Last song playing on the MP3 "Beamer, Benz or Bentley" - Llyod Banks ft. Juelz Santana
~PC

LL Cool J Talks New Diet Book w/ Tom Joyner + Bicep Curls The View's Sherri Shepherd!

42yo iconic Hip-Hop figure, actor and Adonis-like LL Cool J, made rounds promoting his sophomore wellness book, "Platinum 360: A Full Circle Guide to Developing Your Mind, Body and Soul" .

Sharing details to the follow-up of "LL Cool J's Platinum Workout" on the 'Tom Joyner Morning Show' and even with the ladies of 'The View' ... he displayed his complex carb juggling, cheat day (side-eye) and workout methods were sound - by curling co-hosts Elisabeth Hassleback, Joy Behar .. and even self-proclaimed *ahem* size 6, Sherri Shepherd. Yes, I'm hating. ~PC  

Vegetarian Dreams | Protein Myths + Facts

When one thinks of protein - meats, dairy, humongous jars of powder with an oiled-up sexy body builder flexing on the label ... may come to mind. Okay, maybe just me on the last one, lol. Either way, it could pose as a daunting observation (or misunderstanding) to one who has vegetarian or vegan lifestyle aspirations.

We're taught the resounding lesson that adequate PROTEIN consumption is essential to well, life and is exceedingly stressed to those of us with active to very active lives for muscle and blood sugar health. Yet, despite being a mass meat-eating/producing/loving society ... I say fear not! Protein is one of the most misrepresented nutrients in our diet and has far more faces than just living creatures. I was delighted to find out the following ... 

Preview | CNBC Presents: One Nation, Overweight

"CNBC investigates a nationwide epidemic and why in a society obsessed with being thin, it has never been easier to be fat."

A business documentary exploring our nation's physical trends and fiscal repercussions. With devastating statistics attributing the obesity epidemic to $147B in health care costs - those figures don't even tap into the $60B weight loss industry that yearns to 'help' rid us of said fluffiness, on our own.

In the hour-long special, reporter Scott Wapner highlights childhood obesity, workforce wellness programming, the wave of bariatric surgery interest, and diet pharmaceutical markets. Focus is also placed at the infamous 'Biggest Loser' ranch, and the brand's multi-million dollar revenue stream. ~PC
 

Premiers Tuesday, May 18th @ 10:00pm EST on CNBC

One Nation, Overweight's Webpage