https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/logical-weight-loss-podcast--1107606enHealth & FitnessCopyright David Jacksonhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c1f02a012e3b59745b8af239cd5b7595.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/logical-weight-loss-podcast--1107606Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:25:03 +0000David JacksonDavid Jacksonfeeds@spreaker.comA No nonsense approach to weight loss. Dave Jackson brings his entertaining look at fitness gadgets, motivational stories, books, and articles as he continues on his path to better health. He's not a Doctor, or a trainer, just someone like you trying...cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lack-of-direction--17561299https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17561299Sun, 07 Apr 2019 15:19:35 +0000David JacksonDo I REALLY Want to lose weight1097fitness,loss,weightcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-groupthink--17493556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17493556Mon, 01 Apr 2019 03:08:45 +0000David JacksonBeing around people who don't support, or share your passion for being healthy can lead you down the wrong path according to the book Atomic Habits.1084cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-proud-of-the-present-by-talking-to-the-future--17135763www.logicalloss.com/381]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17135763Sun, 24 Feb 2019 22:26:56 +0000David Jacksonsee www.logicalloss.com/381www.logicalloss.com/381]]>1246cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/victim-or-warrior--17071260https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17071260Mon, 18 Feb 2019 04:03:39 +0000David Jackson1260cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stacking-habits-piggybacking-your-way-to-success--17005311
Full show notes at www.logicalloss.com/379]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17005311Sun, 10 Feb 2019 23:07:35 +0000David JacksonRight now as I look at my progress, I want to quit eating all food, go on a liquid diet, run a marathon, and dump a ton of weight by 6:30. We want the weight off. We want it off yesterday. Meanwhile back, in reality, a better strategy is to set up...
Full show notes at www.logicalloss.com/379]]>1683cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-weight-loss-obsession-hurting-your-efforts--16939205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16939205Sun, 03 Feb 2019 18:27:21 +0000David JacksonIf stress inhibits weight loss, what about the stress caused when you watch every calorie, use trackers and app to obsess over every little details.1198cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/he-lost-70lbs-and-has-kept-if-off-for-four-years--16879544Check out his YouTube Chanel

His article with all of his tips is at http://www.healthvi.org/guides/fat-loss/

His email is danyon@healthvi.org

Join the Logical Losers at www.logicallosers.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16879544Wed, 30 Jan 2019 02:48:25 +0000David JacksonDanyon Tongia Check out his YouTube Chanel His article with all of his tips is at http://www.healthvi.org/guides/fat-loss/ His email is danyon@healthvi.org Join the Logical Losers at www.logicallosers.comCheck out his YouTube Chanel

His article with all of his tips is at http://www.healthvi.org/guides/fat-loss/

His email is danyon@healthvi.org

Join the Logical Losers at www.logicallosers.com]]>1826cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-poison-of-perfection--16811150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16811150Tue, 22 Jan 2019 13:49:55 +0000David JacksonTrying to be perfect is impossible. We put off until tomorrow thinking we are going to take a running start, but we never start because we want to be perfect.1382cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-psychology-of-weight-loss-with-karina-melvin--16704451https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16704451Mon, 14 Jan 2019 04:50:26 +0000David JacksonI brought in an expert in the psychology of weight loss to help us understand how our thoughts affect our weight loss efforts.2511cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-m-so-glad-i-didn-t-quit--16553941
Today I share how I was doing everything I was supposed to do I:

Drink 60-80 oz of water
Get seven hours of sleep a night
Eat less than 2000 calories
Get 60 minutes of exercise or 10,000 steps
and yet the scale didn't move. In fact, in some days the scale went up. I was furious, and frustrate and I wanted to quit, but I didn't. I'm glad I didn't

Today I woke up and I hit my goal.

I focused on doing all the right things that lead to weight loss instead of the skill. On the Biggest Loser they had a saying, “Trust the process” and in this case I did

Inspirational Quote about Not Giving Up
“Character consists of what you do on the third and fourth tries.” -James A. Michener
“Winners never quit, and quitters never win.” -Vince Lombardi
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” -Nelson Mandela
“How long should you try? Until.” -Jim Rohn
“There is no failure except in no longer trying.” -Elbert Hubbard
“You just can’t beat the person who won’t give up.” -Babe Ruth
“Never give up on something that you can’t go a day without thinking about.” -Winston Churchill
“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.” -Dale Carnegie
“Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” -Harriet Beecher Stowe
“You do what you can for as long as you can, and when you finally can’t, you do the next best thing. You back up but you don’t give up.” -Chuck Yeager
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” -Thomas Edison
“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” ?Confucius
“If you fall behind, run faster. Never give up, never surrender, and rise up against the odds.” -Jesse Jackson
“Survival can be summed up in three words- never give up. That’s the heart of it really. Just keep trying.” -Bear Grylls
“Successful men and women keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” - Conrad Hilton

SUPPORT THE SHOW

Support the show and become one of the Logical Losers and support the show at http://www.logicallosers.com

Topics For the Future
Have you tried Theraworx Relief? I keep hearing about this product for sore muscles on other podcasts and was curious if you've tried it. If so leave a comment below

Start Your Own Weight Loss Competition
If you start going to start your own weight loss competition like the old “biggest loser” TV show, I've already done all the work for the calculations. Just put in your starting weight, and the weights as you weigh in, and the spreadsheet calculates your weight loss. Check it out.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16553941Sun, 23 Dec 2018 18:17:11 +0000David JacksonSpecial thanks to Nick Florido for the $30 Today I share how I was doing everything I was supposed to do I: Drink 60-80 oz of water Get seven hours of sleep a night Eat less than 2000 calories Get 60 minutes of exercise or 10,000 steps and yet the...
Today I share how I was doing everything I was supposed to do I:

Drink 60-80 oz of water
Get seven hours of sleep a night
Eat less than 2000 calories
Get 60 minutes of exercise or 10,000 steps
and yet the scale didn't move. In fact, in some days the scale went up. I was furious, and frustrate and I wanted to quit, but I didn't. I'm glad I didn't

Today I woke up and I hit my goal.

I focused on doing all the right things that lead to weight loss instead of the skill. On the Biggest Loser they had a saying, “Trust the process” and in this case I did

Inspirational Quote about Not Giving Up
“Character consists of what you do on the third and fourth tries.” -James A. Michener
“Winners never quit, and quitters never win.” -Vince Lombardi
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” -Nelson Mandela
“How long should you try? Until.” -Jim Rohn
“There is no failure except in no longer trying.” -Elbert Hubbard
“You just can’t beat the person who won’t give up.” -Babe Ruth
“Never give up on something that you can’t go a day without thinking about.” -Winston Churchill
“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.” -Dale Carnegie
“Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” -Harriet Beecher Stowe
“You do what you can for as long as you can, and when you finally can’t, you do the next best thing. You back up but you don’t give up.” -Chuck Yeager
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” -Thomas Edison
“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” ?Confucius
“If you fall behind, run faster. Never give up, never surrender, and rise up against the odds.” -Jesse Jackson
“Survival can be summed up in three words- never give up. That’s the heart of it really. Just keep trying.” -Bear Grylls
“Successful men and women keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” - Conrad Hilton

SUPPORT THE SHOW

Support the show and become one of the Logical Losers and support the show at http://www.logicallosers.com

Topics For the Future
Have you tried Theraworx Relief? I keep hearing about this product for sore muscles on other podcasts and was curious if you've tried it. If so leave a comment below

Start Your Own Weight Loss Competition
If you start going to start your own weight loss competition like the old “biggest loser” TV show, I've already done all the work for the calculations. Just put in your starting weight, and the weights as you weigh in, and the spreadsheet calculates your weight loss. Check it out.]]>1152cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seeing-is-believing--16492464
Then you hire a new person. They are also similar to your age. Then you notice some characteristics:

They seem to do things with little thoughts about long-term effects as you "only live once."
They seem to talk negatively about many of the things you do
They seem unfocused on your companies goals and are a bit self-centered.
You try to ignore them, but every time you turn around they seem to be there.
They seem to lie to you all the time
Would you want to hang out with this person? How frustrating would this person be?

How To Turn the Tides on Your Negative Inner Talk
Notice it
Notice what you're doing when you hear it
Talkback and tell them to go away
No matter what the inner critic has told you, you do have positive traits, although it may take you some time and discipline to retrain yourself to see them.

We all have an automatic selective filtering system that (our brain) will look for evidence in our environment that matches up with whatever we believe to be true about ourselves. We will then disregard other evidence to the contrary.

How We Feel About Ourselves Matters
Events + Thoughts = Emotions

If our thoughts determine how we feel, that means how we habitually think will determine how we habitually feel. (source)

Give Your Negative Talker a Name
I have a friend of mine who refers to his negative talker as "Grizz" as it's like a bear that roars at him to go eat bad things.

I think I'm going to name mine "Charlie." I'm not sure why, but I can hear me telling Charlie to piss off, so I'm going with Charlie.

Think about what kind of clothes this person would wear. Visualize this person.

Now That It's Easier to See The Negative You Pay Attention to Your Environment
The other night I found myself at an ice cream parlor. I thought to myself, why am I here? My inner voice told me one cone wouldn't hurt (lies).

What had happened? I had been asked by my ex-wife to attend a Christmas party with her. Not as a date (They actual date had something come up and she didn't want to go stag).

I wanted to help, and I'm not worried about us on a romantic level, but there was something in my gut that said this was not the best idea on the planet.

The next thing I know, I'm at the ice cream parlor.

Seeing Is Believing
I have a wi-fi- Digital Scale which automatically enters my weight into My FitnessPal. Consequently, I don't really look at it much. My scale shows if I went up or down from the last time I weighed myself (which is typically daily).

As the year is coming to an end, I downloaded all of my stats from Myfitnesspal and looked at the lowest and highest weight of the past years



My goal for years has been 185 lbs.  May sites say 190 is the top of the range, and so I wanted to go to 185

Then I say that in 2016 I was five pounds from hitting my goal. After each year getting closer (with 2013, 2014, and 2105 each getting closer). I also see then when I get close to 220, or 225, I ge mad and get dedicated and focused.

You Don't Need to Wait Two Weeks To "Start Over"
Here is what I've done

I'm using habitshare (I talked about this on a previous episode) to focus on the things I need to do (getting sleep, hitting calories goals, activity goals, etc)

I joined a Stepbet this helps me focus on being active

I bought a new treadmill (more on that later)

I'm going to enter my weight into a spreadsheet that shows what my goal weight should be. (All Logical Losers can get a copy of this spreadsheet)

My New Treadmill
I've said the best exercise is the one you do. I tried a manual treadmill, but in a nutshell, I just liked a motorized treadmill better. I didn't really bother me until it started snowing. My activity went down to nothing, and the weight started to come back up. It wasn't cheap, but I know it would get used. I pulled out a credit card (not my favorite way to pay for things) and but the bullet.

I bought a Horizon Fitness T101-05 Folding Treadmill that was on sale.

Here is what I like:

Built in blue tooth speakers

built-in racks for tablets

Featherlight folding

Super quiet

Goes up to 10 MPH and it also inclines

Here is what I think needs improved:

There are 40 different variations of programs that you can run, but the documentation on how to use them is poor.

The built-in fan is an absolute waste of time

Things to Know:

It's heavy. While you can fold it up and drag it around, it's very heavy so pick where you want it, and put it down.

From what I read, the Johnson company builds this brand all the parts for the unit, and they are well made and have won awards.

Conclusion

I've had it a week, and love it.


As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16492464Mon, 17 Dec 2018 05:00:50 +0000David JacksonGo with me for a moment. Most of your friends come from your job. You are all close in age, you spend 40 hours together and often go to lunch together. In some cases, you even hang out after hours. Then you hire a new person. They are also similar to...
Then you hire a new person. They are also similar to your age. Then you notice some characteristics:

They seem to do things with little thoughts about long-term effects as you "only live once."
They seem to talk negatively about many of the things you do
They seem unfocused on your companies goals and are a bit self-centered.
You try to ignore them, but every time you turn around they seem to be there.
They seem to lie to you all the time
Would you want to hang out with this person? How frustrating would this person be?

How To Turn the Tides on Your Negative Inner Talk
Notice it
Notice what you're doing when you hear it
Talkback and tell them to go away
No matter what the inner critic has told you, you do have positive traits, although it may take you some time and discipline to retrain yourself to see them.

We all have an automatic selective filtering system that (our brain) will look for evidence in our environment that matches up with whatever we believe to be true about ourselves. We will then disregard other evidence to the contrary.

How We Feel About Ourselves Matters
Events + Thoughts = Emotions

If our thoughts determine how we feel, that means how we habitually think will determine how we habitually feel. (source)

Give Your Negative Talker a Name
I have a friend of mine who refers to his negative talker as "Grizz" as it's like a bear that roars at him to go eat bad things.

I think I'm going to name mine "Charlie." I'm not sure why, but I can hear me telling Charlie to piss off, so I'm going with Charlie.

Think about what kind of clothes this person would wear. Visualize this person.

Now That It's Easier to See The Negative You Pay Attention to Your Environment
The other night I found myself at an ice cream parlor. I thought to myself, why am I here? My inner voice told me one cone wouldn't hurt (lies).

What had happened? I had been asked by my ex-wife to attend a Christmas party with her. Not as a date (They actual date had something come up and she didn't want to go stag).

I wanted to help, and I'm not worried about us on a romantic level, but there was something in my gut that said this was not the best idea on the planet.

The next thing I know, I'm at the ice cream parlor.

Seeing Is Believing
I have a wi-fi- Digital Scale which automatically enters my weight into My FitnessPal. Consequently, I don't really look at it much. My scale shows if I went up or down from the last time I weighed myself (which is typically daily).

As the year is coming to an end, I downloaded all of my stats from Myfitnesspal and looked at the lowest and highest weight of the past years



My goal for years has been 185 lbs.  May sites say 190 is the top of the range, and so I wanted to go to 185

Then I say that in 2016 I was five pounds from hitting my goal. After each year getting closer (with 2013, 2014, and 2105 each getting closer). I also see then when I get close to 220, or 225, I ge mad and get dedicated and focused.

You Don't Need to Wait Two Weeks To "Start Over"
Here is what I've done

I'm using habitshare (I talked about this on a previous episode) to focus on the things I need to do (getting sleep, hitting calories goals, activity goals, etc)

I joined a Stepbet this helps me focus on being active

I bought a new treadmill (more on that later)

I'm going to enter my weight into a spreadsheet that shows what my goal weight should be. (All Logical Losers can get a copy of this spreadsheet)

My New Treadmill2030cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/some-things-never-change--164279036ebaae60042b4e28a9d44795334fe5fcMon, 10 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonHow do you go about restarting your weight loss efforts.1242cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-recover-from-a-thanksgiving-binge--16309809www.logicalloss.com/quip  Become a Logical Loser Do you receive value from this show? Help keep it on the air by becoming a Logical Loser and join our private community (you can join for as little as $1/month) See ww.logicallosers.com ]]>1737c42697674c69ae7d7f1f2be7ed06Mon, 26 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonSo the Friday after Thanksgiving I was up 2 lbs. Today I'm down 1.5 lbs and I expect to be back on track tomorrow when I step on the scale. Here are some things to consider when coming off Thanksgiving. 1. Congratulations You're An American We plan...www.logicalloss.com/quip  Become a Logical Loser Do you receive value from this show? Help keep it on the air by becoming a Logical Loser and join our private community (you...]]>1216cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-new-fitbit-charge-3--16255633c4b6b991bce94ad69044cdb468f4283fMon, 19 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about my new Fitbit Charge 3, and I'm playing with a new App that pays you to do healthy things.1863cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/common-knowledge-from-different-diets--15847252f59685693b704cea83dfb508f8d1c742Mon, 01 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonPaleo, Keto, DASH, Whole30, and more. What do they have in common1532cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/busting-the-21-days-to-create-a-habit-myth--15791143f6c05fd7b4304f31a479268a38d91d34Mon, 24 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonI found out that the whole 21 days to change a habit is false. Plus we have a plan for the holidays to help you lose weight1235cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-get-and-stay-hydrated-with-the-ulla-hydration-reminder--1568766033938091bde9425f9e800cd559e4a7e8Tue, 11 Sep 2018 02:10:22 +0000David JacksonUlla Hydration Reminder reviewed and a look at Apple Cider Vinegar1026cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-deal-with-intermittent-fasting--156279669a3b7ba623b7421eb24eb8e718cc0fb8Mon, 03 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonThere is a lot of noise around Intermittent Fasting. I decided to go see what the big deal is1969cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-options-to-help-you-finish--15594031www.logicalloss.com/freebook Thanks to Everyone Supporting the Show  See https://www.patreon.com/logicalweightloss]]>f5a0f0b978f24186a6f65f29d0219500Wed, 29 Aug 2018 04:19:06 +0000David JacksonI am listening to the book Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done by Jon Acuff. I love the book and here is why Some books are nothing but studies. They are interesting, but not entertaining. Some books are just "inspirational stories" but they lack...www.logicalloss.com/freebook Thanks to Everyone Supporting the Show  See https://www.patreon.com/logicalweightloss]]>1458cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adding-journaling-and-removing-sugar-equals-success--15217491d834487726c84057bcff1edc48d5a23fMon, 09 Jul 2018 04:28:52 +0000David JacksonKaren gained weight after breaking both her legs. Hear what she did to rebound and get the weight off.1395cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-can-turn-right-instead-of-left-right--15123125fde0f9188ba84de8833e9384f261f3a8Mon, 25 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonWeight loss boils down to making your next decision a good one.1088cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-get-motivated-now--149960789bdac31bb37e4f2ca90546aa8c1ed612Thu, 07 Jun 2018 23:49:44 +0000David JacksonMotivation does not come before action, but actually comes AFTER your actions938cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/motivation-to-get-back-in-the-gym-at-6-45-am--14943449f48a870127c241449e8dc2548ac85e80Fri, 01 Jun 2018 00:30:30 +0000David JacksonI've tried for months to get up early and go to the gym but failed. Today I talk about one thing I changed that is making it easy1153cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/revelations-from-the-bike-path--14786381www.logicalloss.com/support www.logicallosers.com  ]]>2b657b28f904dde60c191825de10385cMon, 14 May 2018 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonI've been a bit down lately, and consequently, my weight has gone up. I just had some things happen that were disappointing. I went over 220, and once again that always gets my dandruff up. I pulled a muscle in my shoulder that is taking forever to...www.logicalloss.com/support www.logicallosers.com  ]]>1657cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/consistency-and-willpower--14722615d06a095000224e0a55337690a1997ec1Mon, 07 May 2018 03:26:40 +0000David JacksonI've lost over 100 lbs... there is a catch, I talk about a new book about Willpower I am reading.1772cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cutting-through-the-bs-with-jj-virgin--1438388106b4b15d6245766cb3385341a98f1a85Mon, 26 Mar 2018 04:00:00 +0000David Jackson4 Time NY Times Best Selling Author shares her insights on losing weight as Dave becomes a guinea pig.2345gut,health,jj,virgincleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-vs-discipline--143447895be41213edcf07221889c6e092c413f3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:42:45 +0000David JacksonToday we talk about mastering self-discipline and the wisdom of Will Smith1236cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wrestling-with-your-weight-pin-your-struggles-with-the-miracle-mindset--14301728www.mattalkonline.com I went for two reasons. First I never get to see Jason in person, and I wanted to support my friend as he did his thang. I had no idea what to expect.  There were so many guys in spandex I thought I was at a rock concert in the 80's. There were six different matches going on at one time with Jason and another voice over person calling all of them. As a person with a slight case of A.D.D., it was a lot fo soak in. With a quick google search to see how to score a wrestling match, I settled in.  Some of these matches were very close with almost no scoring. Then you'd see a blowout where one person was just getting thrown around the matt with little or no control. There was one GIANT guy who weighed 275 lbs that just kept throwing his opponents around. But here is what got me. I would look up and see someone who pretty much had no chance to win. There they were lining back up to continue the match, face to face with their opponent. They weren't giving up.  In wrestling, there are times when you line up where you are on all fours, and your opponent has their hand under you on your stomach, and one arm on your arm. I was thinking; this would not be a good way to start. The choice of who would start up or down was determined with a coin flip. These guys were really going at it. At one point wrestler #1 had tried to rap his thigh around the wrestler #2's neck. Wrestler #2 stood up, and this was when I caught them. Back to back with one guy leg around the other guy's neck. One guy was standing on his hands with his leg around the guys head. It was a very weird position, and I'm sure either wrestler saw this coming tonight.  It is at this point that they both just somewhat paused for a second, figured out where they were, and they knew where they wanted to go. They would "talk it over" in their head and all of a sudden they would put their plan into action.  Remember the big guy I was talking about? I watched him win match after match. He was just throwing his opponents around like a bag of potatoes. THUMP they would land, he would jump on top of them, and the next thing you know they were pinned, and the match was over. Now it was later in the night; only the best had survived. It was the last match of the night, and here came the big guy in blue. His opponent in red was no small either but still was much smaller than the big guy in blue. The match started, and much like the other matches, the big dude commenced to throwing the other guy around like a bag of potatoes. I thought this was going to be another short match. Once again, this wrestler who many would think had no way of winning kept coming back. He kept finding a way to keep the match going.  I watched as once again their arms and legs were all intertwined. The red guy was stuck. Both wrestlers paused a second, and I thought, "Oh here it comes." I was right, but I got a big surprise. All of the sudden the red wrestler spun around and ended up on top of the blue wrestler and before I could finish being surprised the ref called the match and the big blue wrestler had been pinned. The match was over.  What Does This Have to Do With Weight Loss? Everything As we get older we often find ourselves in different weight divisions. The amount of weight I had to lose in my 20's is probably less than the weight I have to lose in my fifties. Throw on top of that, I've been losing muscle all these years and the effort it's going to take to lose the weight is going to take more effort.  When I was little, I would play ping pong with my Dad and he would kick my butt. I had no chance. I would also play my best friend. We would play for hours, and then on the weekends, my Dad would get home (he was a long distance truck driver) and he would come down and kick our butts. He showed no mercy for these young teenagers. If you were going to beat him, there was only one way.  I just got done listening to the Miracle Mindset book from JJ Virgin. JJ shares the story of her son being a victim of a hit and run that left him for dead. He had severe brain damage, his body was, well broken. He was never supposed to live, or wake up, or walk, or talk. Yet, due to a great mindset, he is. It is an amazing story. I listen to a lot of audiobooks, but this one I tackled in two days. I listened to it on the treadmill. It is an amazing story. Oh yeah, there was one more piece of the pie. JJ had just gone ALL IN on her book The Virgin Diet, the big publishing machine wheels were starting to roll, and if the book was not a success, JJ would be in financial ruin. Did I mention it's a great story? One of the things that stood out for me is how we always rise to the occasion. I remember my Dad laughing. Not a giggle, but a big hearty bear laugh when I beat him the first game. The second game, he realized that I wasn't some little teenager anymore and I had improved. He paid more attention. It was a close game. He laughed again when I beat him. He was sweating now. "Alright, one more game Mr. Smarty Pants..." I was having a hard time playing as I was excited. My Dad was somewhat scary. He was a big guy, and I swear the whole house shook when he would march down the hall and throw open the door and tell me and my brother, "you boys need to sleep NOW!" Again, it was a very close match. We went into overtime. You had to win by two points, and in the end, I won. My Dad laughed, sighed, took a deep breath, and shook his head and came over and put his arm around me.  You don't grow without facing challenges. JJ talks about this in her book. Just like the wrestlers, you need to figure out where you are, what you're up against, and the give it everything you have. When I got back from Florida about a month ago, I told myself it was time to notch it up a bit and pay closer attention to my health. It was time to go to the gym before getting on the computer. It was time to put me first. So I did. I was taking Advocare products as well. I now paid attention and took those and I'm down almost three lbs. It's not dropping fast, but its dropping.  I had a weekend with a birthday and an out town guest (otherwise it would've been close to five lbs lost).  Just like wrestling, there will be surprises that life throws at you. Sometimes you win, and sometimes you end up with someone's butt in your face. The bottom line is you've overcome obstacles before, and this new challenge is what is going to take you to the new level. The new you. It's not going to be easy, and you may feel the cards are stacked against you, and that the score is life 10 you 0, but you can come up with a new plan, and you can do this. For me, I read The Virgin Diet. I'm cutting things out of my diet for three weeks. I had to go to my PO BOx today. I had to pass SO MUCH fast food and ice cream. I've committed to taking my health seriously. I can do this. It wasn't easy, but I even passed a Dairy Queen and the next time  I do it I have that experience to draw on to make it easier. JJ is about being ALL IN, so I've ordered some of her shakes, supplements, and I borrowed her cookbook from the Library (Sweet Potatoes with cinnamon is quite yummy). It's my new strategy, and I'm willing to give it a try.  The bottom line is, the only way you lose is if you quit, and I'm not dead yet, so I'm not quitting.   Become a Logical Loser www.logicallosers.com]]>dd754acb64178c1b11ee72a00de2af41Thu, 15 Mar 2018 23:28:14 +0000David JacksonLast weekend I went to the Division 3 NCAA wrestling championships. A friend of mine does all the voice-over work. You know the big guy with the cool voice. His name is Jason Bryant and has a billion shows on college wrestling at www.mattalkonline.com...www.mattalkonline.com I went for two reasons. First I never get to see Jason in person, and I wanted to support my friend as he did his thang. I had no idea what to expect.  There were so many guys in spandex I thought I was at a rock concert in the 80's. There were six different matches going on at one time with Jason and another voice over person calling all of them. As a person with a slight case of A.D.D., it was a lot fo soak in. With a quick google search to see how to score a wrestling match, I settled in.  Some of these matches were very close with almost no scoring. Then you'd see a blowout where one person was just getting thrown around the matt with little or no control. There was one GIANT guy who weighed 275 lbs that just kept throwing his opponents around. But here is what got me. I would look up and see someone who pretty much had no chance to win. There they were lining back up to continue the match, face to face with their opponent. They weren't giving up.  In wrestling, there are times when you line up where you are on all fours, and your opponent has their hand under you on your stomach, and one arm on your arm. I was thinking; this would not be a good way to start. The choice of who would start up or down was determined with a coin flip. These guys were really going at it. At one point wrestler #1 had tried to rap his thigh around the wrestler #2's neck. Wrestler #2 stood up, and this was when I caught them. Back to back with one guy leg around the other guy's neck. One guy was standing on his hands with his leg around the guys head. It was a very weird position, and I'm sure either wrestler saw this coming tonight.  It is at this point that they both just somewhat paused for a second, figured out where they were, and they knew where they wanted to go. They would "talk it over" in their head and all of a sudden they would put their plan into action.  Remember the big guy I was talking about? I watched him win match after match. He was just throwing his opponents around like a bag of potatoes. THUMP they would land, he would jump on top of them, and the next thing you know they were pinned, and the match was over. Now it was later in the night; only the best had survived. It was the last match of the night, and here came the big guy in blue. His opponent in red was no small either but still was much smaller than the big guy in blue. The match started, and much like the other matches, the big dude commenced to throwing the other guy around like a bag of potatoes. I thought this was going to be another short match. Once again, this wrestler who many would think had no way of winning kept coming back. He kept finding a way to keep the match going.  I watched as once again their arms and legs were all intertwined. The red guy was stuck. Both wrestlers paused a second, and I thought, "Oh here it comes." I was right, but I got a big surprise. All of the sudden the red wrestler spun around and ended up on top of the blue wrestler and before I could finish being surprised the ref called the match and the big blue wrestler had been pinned. The match was over.  What Does This Have to Do With Weight Loss? Everything As we get older we often find ourselves in different weight divisions. The amount of weight I had to lose in my 20's is probably less than the weight I have to lose in my fifties. Throw on top of that, I've been losing muscle all these years and the effort it's going to take to lose the weight is going to take more effort.  When I was little, I would play ping pong with my Dad and he would kick my butt. I had no chance. I would also play my best friend. We would play for hours, and then on the weekends, my Dad would get...]]>1861cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-steaming-food-in-plastic-ok--142001737ded2b39b50563608c59de90c7f5e342Mon, 05 Mar 2018 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonI investigate steaming food in plastic, talk about knowing your why (I have a new one) and I give a slight nudge.1910bpa,food,plastic,safecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/day-by-day-hour-by-hour--14142680e91e052256938b2175b2267c0fac5418Mon, 26 Feb 2018 05:01:32 +0000David JacksonWhat tasks do you need to do each day to reach your goals.1399cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-happens-after-weight-loss-surgery--1391223420f0595c5b555b0001a12a805ee87d4aMon, 29 Jan 2018 03:44:31 +0000David JacksonDo people gain back the weight after surgery?1685cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/21-ways-to-lose-weight--13803389www.healthline.com Maltodextrin is a food ingredient made from starch. It is used as a flavor carrier and to improve thickness, texture, body, and taste of food products. Maltodextrin is a polymer that consists of multiple units of glucose linked together in a linear fashion. Maltodextrin is commercially made starting with a simple starch and using the hydrolysis process. It is also a main ingredient in the brand-name sugar substitute Splenda it is controversial as it is often made from corn, and most corn is genetically modified, this Maltodextrin is GMO based. There are no known GMO versions available. A controversy has started on the internet about maltodextrin causing a spike in blood sugar. But maltodextrin is seldom used by itself as a food, but rather as an ingredient in a food, thus this isn’t a serious concern.  - Go Clean Label https://gocleanlabel.com/what-is-maltodextrin/ According to Livestrong.com "The Center for Science in the Public Interest has recognized maltodextrin as safe and fructose as an additive to cut back on in the diet. Experts agree that sugar, no matter the form, should comprise no more than 10 percent of total caloric intake. Most Americans get double this recommendation." Source For me, it just seems like every form of sugar isn't for you and this may show as a carb instead of sugar in your food tracking. It seems wherever they pull out sugar, they just replace it with a substitute. 21 Ways To Lose Weight Forcast Your Meal, and eliminate the question, "What's for Dinner?" Rein in your sweet tooth Once a day eat a salad Sit down when you eat Find a workout buddy Exercise even when you don't feel like it Hope on a scale once a week Get to bed at a decent hour Rish, shine and eat Don't rely on willpower Track your steps, but watch your feed Cut back on TV time Double down on Produce Reorganize your fridge Watch the booze Think: Fast, slow, repeat. Stop sipping your calories Make friends with free weights Try a new exercise Do lunch like the Japanese Learn how to relax about food. Become a Logical Loser Keep the conversation going by being a patron (as little as $1 a month) and be part of our private Facebook group. Go to www.logicallosers.com]]>66a92dce4743e9f5b5bf2cbe8cf6ef66Mon, 15 Jan 2018 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonWhat's the Deal With Maltodextrin? So I noticed that in my new Advocate Spark (I love the grape) that it included Matlodextrin. Then I looked at their really yummy Chocolate protein drink. What did I find? You guessed it Maltodextrin. At first, I...www.healthline.com Maltodextrin is a food ingredient made from starch. It is used as a flavor carrier and to improve thickness, texture, body, and taste of food products. Maltodextrin is a polymer that consists of multiple units of glucose linked together in a linear fashion. Maltodextrin is commercially made starting with a simple starch and using the hydrolysis process. It is also a main ingredient in the brand-name sugar substitute Splenda it is controversial as it is often made from corn, and most corn is genetically modified, this Maltodextrin is GMO based. There are no known GMO versions available. A controversy has started on the internet about maltodextrin causing a spike in blood sugar. But maltodextrin is seldom used by itself as a food, but rather as an ingredient in a food, thus this isn’t a serious concern.  - Go Clean Label https://gocleanlabel.com/what-is-maltodextrin/ According to Livestrong.com "The Center for Science in the Public Interest has recognized maltodextrin as safe and fructose as an additive to cut back on in the diet. Experts agree that sugar, no matter the form, should comprise no more than 10 percent of total caloric intake. Most Americans get double this recommendation." Source For me, it just seems like every form of sugar isn't for you and this may show as a carb instead of sugar in your food tracking. It seems wherever they pull out sugar, they just replace it with a substitute. 21 Ways To Lose Weight Forcast Your Meal, and eliminate the question, "What's for Dinner?" Rein in your sweet tooth Once a day eat a salad Sit down when you eat Find a workout buddy Exercise even when you don't feel like it Hope on a scale once a week Get to bed at a decent hour Rish, shine and eat Don't rely on willpower Track your steps, but watch your feed Cut back on TV time Double down on Produce Reorganize your fridge Watch the booze Think: Fast, slow, repeat. Stop sipping your calories Make friends with free weights Try a new exercise Do lunch like the Japanese Learn how to relax about food. Become a Logical Loser Keep the conversation going by being a patron (as little as $1 a month) and be part of our private Facebook group. Go to www.logicallosers.com]]>1713cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-really-being-honest-with-yourself--137707057fb9c97d34cdb231361a891d9043fa2cThu, 11 Jan 2018 05:03:31 +0000David JacksonDave talks about being truly honest with yourself can lead to you finding the things that you need to stop. Also some free apps that support accountability.1626cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/going-back-to-what-worked--1372112735b995bb9f0240a4aeabefa5a5be331eThu, 04 Jan 2018 05:04:18 +0000David JacksonI lost 30 lbs a year ago, and then quit doing what was working. Now I'm going back to that plan, with new tools.1289cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mindhacking-and-meal-goals--13668425876c5bf8708d938fa9ac983bf7574576Mon, 25 Dec 2017 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about creating goals on a per meal basis and using those to create a meal plan you can live with. I also talk about five steps you can take to re-program your brain from a free book you can get about hacking your mind1747cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fitness-reality-tr300-manual-treadmill-and-hello-fresh-review--136128658557cdbc7ba3b7e483e3adfc7d1bb705Mon, 18 Dec 2017 05:53:04 +0000David JacksonI got my manual treadmill, and I share my first impression. I also tried my first meal from Hello Fresh and tell you what I think. The food was pretty good.1927cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cat-hair-and-treadmill-motors-don-t-mix--1350078160a2f5af59a049a53b000d6e4cb46aebMon, 04 Dec 2017 04:32:27 +0000David JacksonA quick update on my health. I talk about using an elliptical that fits under your desk, and my dietbet is over! I reveal how much money I won.1188cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/committed-to-weight-loss-are-you-really--13372834www.logicallosers.com]]>4aa01a18a661624b5825f606e0348546Mon, 20 Nov 2017 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonCommitted to Weight Loss Are You? What does commitment mean? According to Merriam-Webster: a :an agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison; especially :an engagement to assume a financial...1749cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-fitbits-really-help-my-new-air-fryer-the-nuwave-brio-air-fryer--132540458f19d917a5dfa91b05239344ae0f15e9Mon, 06 Nov 2017 04:37:09 +0000David JacksonThis week I didn't get to my weight lifting, I go all my steps in (more on that later) but I'm up .4 lbs. I'm not going to cry over that, but I need to get back to the gym. While you can't exercise yourself out of a diet, I want to continue with my...1852cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-paid-for-walking-best-affirmation-app--13119242www.stepbet.com )   Understanding Affirmations I was reading the book Burn the Fat Feed the Muscle and it had one of the best descriptions of why and how they work. In the book Tony states: All day long you carry on a mental conversation with yourself. Psychologists estimate that we think up to 60,000 thoughts a day and that 98 percent of these thoughts are the same ones we had yesterday—most of them negative. In a year, that’s almost 22 million thoughts! The basis for positive thinking and philosophies such as the law of attraction is that the subconscious is amenable to suggestion. People who say that positive thoughts and affirmations don’t work aren’t using them effectively or consistently, or they’re wishing for the positive while thinking about the negative. This is me. I would try them for maybe three days. Mixed messages If a captain gives an order such as “Go east,” then keeps changing his mind—“No, go west … no, go north”—the ship would never get anywhere! This is also why most people get nowhere with their fitness, weight loss, or muscle-building endeavors. Ironically, the very statement “Positive thinking doesn’t work” is a negative suggestion guaranteeing that it won’t work! Again, this is 100% me. The conscious mind is a lot like the captain on the bridge of a ship. The captain sends a command to the engine room. The subconscious mind is like the people down in the engine room. No matter what orders come down from the bridge (conscious mind), the crew obeys, even if the orders are stupid ones that crash the ship into a rocky shore. The reason this happens is that the crew (the subconscious) can’t see where the ship is going; they are simply following orders. Like the ship’s crew, your subconscious mind carries out every command it accepts from your conscious mind. Its sole purpose is to obey your orders, even if you give ones like “I’ll always be fat.” Frequent repetition of thoughts (mental orders) is one certain way to penetrate the subconscious mind. By constantly repeating negative commands such as “I can’t lose weight,” your subconscious will see to it that you never lose weight because that’s its job: to follow your every command literally and without question. If you program your mind with negative suggestions often enough, it will lead you right into cheating on your diet, skipping workouts, or some other form of self-sabotage. Without a target, your subconscious simply steers you toward your dominant thoughts. The subconscious mind is always at work 24 hours a day, whether you direct it consciously or not.  Because of how your subconscious operates, it’s crucial to focus on what you want to achieve, not on what you want to avoid. He mentions in the book that much like weight lifting you need to give affirmations 25-30 days to sink in.  I've never been able to completely buy into Affirmations. To “affirm” something, by dictionary definition, means that you are declaring it to be true. When you say an affirmation over and over again, a couple of things happen. Your sub-conscience gets busy noticing ways to help you achieve your goals.   Because your brain is constantly looking for clues to filter your environment and guide your actions, it will pick up on any available influence. This could mean all the subconscious fears and doubts you haven’t dealt with or even messages in your environment. The reason you need to repeat them is To run efficiently, your brain strengthens its connections every time you think, feel and do. This helps you perform tasks with less energy and more focus. Think about driving a car or riding a bike. It can be awkward at first when you're learning, but after you figure it out, it comes naturally. The Tension of Repeating a "Lie" May Be the Key One article stated, "If you feel uncomfortable about lying to yourself, you’ll want to fix it. You’ll either change the affirmation to make it comfortable, or you’ll change your lifestyle and habits to make the affirmation true.The latter action is the response that will completely transform your life for the better!" While another article suggested adding reality to your affirmations such as: I am frustrated by my eating habits, but I am learning to treat myself with the respect I deserve. I am learning to do better.  I am sad about the fact that I’m still single, but I am learning how to relate with men in a more open, brave, and vulnerable way. I am learning to do better. I am scared about handling this big, new project, but I am learning to have confidence in my ability to achieve my goals. I am learning to do better. These statements aren’t “empty self-praise” or temporary “mood-boosters.” They’re honest, self-respecting assessments about where we’re at, what we’re learning, and what we’re capable of becoming. They are affirmations of truth—and the truth will set you free. One Article on Psychology Today in 2017 stated, "the process of self-affirmation changes the way we think about our tasks or goals, so that we think about our tasks in more abstract/value-related ways, as opposed to concrete, lower-level actions." How Do You Write an Affirmation? One study found that if you have really low self-esteem, doing positive self-esteem can actually BOOST your negative self-esteem as you argue with yourself. FULL ARTICLE  Some people suggest a more honest affirmation. ThinkUp Affirmation App I found this app ThinkUp: Positive Affirmations & Motivation Daily - Precise Wellness LLC that is super helpful, easy to navigate and guides you through creating your own affirmations. You record them in your own voice, and then pick the background music, and more. You can test it for free, and then either rent the app for $3/month or buy a lifetime license for $24. I've used other affirmation apps, and this one is the easiest to use, and just seems more thought out and professional. You have access to affirmations from experts (for those who don't want to make up their own), and I just liked using the app. I can see me using this on a daily basis. Support the Show Become a Patron See www.logicallosers.com]]>63779d8645ae5a9a184972fb2871d5ebWed, 25 Oct 2017 03:50:09 +0000David JacksonGet Paid For Walking with Step Bet Step Bet is the sister to Diet Bet. With Step Bet you put in some money, and it reads the data from your fitness Tracker (Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Watch) and assigns you a goal. You have active days (a smaller goal) and...www.stepbet.com )   Understanding Affirmations I was reading the book Burn the Fat Feed the Muscle and it had one of the best descriptions of why and how they work. In the book Tony states: All day long you carry on a mental conversation with yourself. Psychologists estimate that we think up to 60,000 thoughts a day and that 98 percent of these thoughts are the same ones we had yesterday—most of them negative. In a year, that’s almost 22 million thoughts! The basis for positive thinking and philosophies such as the law of attraction is that the subconscious is amenable to suggestion. People who say that positive thoughts and affirmations don’t work aren’t using them effectively or consistently, or they’re wishing for the positive while thinking about the negative. This is me. I would try them for maybe three days. Mixed messages If a captain gives an order such as “Go east,” then keeps changing his mind—“No, go west … no, go north”—the ship would never get anywhere! This is also why most people get nowhere with their fitness, weight loss, or muscle-building endeavors. Ironically, the very statement “Positive thinking doesn’t work” is a negative suggestion guaranteeing that it won’t work! Again, this is 100% me. The conscious mind is a lot like the captain on the bridge of a ship. The captain sends a command to the engine room. The subconscious mind is like the people down in the engine room. No matter what orders come down from the bridge (conscious mind), the crew obeys, even if the orders are stupid ones that crash the ship into a rocky shore. The reason this happens is that the crew (the subconscious) can’t see where the ship is going; they are simply following orders. Like the ship’s crew, your subconscious mind carries out every command it accepts from your conscious mind. Its sole purpose is to obey your orders, even if you give ones like “I’ll always be fat.” Frequent repetition of thoughts (mental orders) is one certain way to penetrate the subconscious mind. By constantly repeating negative commands such as “I can’t lose weight,” your subconscious will see to it that you never lose weight because that’s its job: to follow your every command literally and without question. If you program your mind with negative suggestions often enough, it will lead you right into cheating on your diet, skipping workouts, or some other form of self-sabotage. Without a target, your subconscious simply steers you toward your dominant thoughts. The subconscious mind is always at work 24 hours a day, whether you direct it consciously or not.  Because of how your subconscious operates, it’s crucial to focus on what you want to achieve, not on what you want to avoid. He mentions in the book that much like weight lifting you need to give affirmations 25-30 days to sink in.  I've never been able to completely buy into Affirmations. To “affirm”...]]>1927cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/skulpt-chisel-stacked-workout-tracker-app-reviewed--13043179www.logicallosers.com]]>fa9d28d76562bf19fb65d8ef9baf7ab5Mon, 16 Oct 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonSo after reading the book Burn the Fat Feed the Muscle by Tom Venuto, I got re-inspired to really try weight lifting. I HATE WEIGHT LIFTING due to the soreness that always follows. So what changed my mind? I shut up and did. I got up at six AM and...1926cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/switching-the-motivation-mindset--12991710 Action > Results mindset. We wait until we hit rock bottom, and we get motivated to take some action. Those actions lead to results. Thos results motivate us to the take more actions, which brings more results (and it keeps on repeating). The author changes the trigger. Instead of waiting for rock bottom, change it to where step one is Take Action > Results > Motivation. That motivation then leads to more action. Thus to get the ball rolling DO SOMETHING.  This is especially true if you did something and the results were not what you were looking for. Does this mean there is no motivation? Well, there may be motivation to not do something that apparently did not work.  Motivated to Help Others? Try Charity Miles Earn money for charities every time you run, walk, or bicycle by using the free Charity Miles app. Corporate sponsors (whose information you'll see as a backdrop image in the app) agree to donate a few cents for every mile you complete. Browse the app's list of charities, find the one that you support, and then hit the road. When a lot of people use Charity Miles, those little bits of money add up. When Charity Miles first launched, its developers created an initial pool of $1 million to donate to charities as people used the app. Once that pool of money ran out (and it has), the developers said they would find corporate sponsors to continue making donations on the user's behalf (and they have). Running and walking earns 25 cents per mile, while bicycling earns 10 cents per mile. As the end-user, you don't have to do anything at all to make sure that money reaches your charity. Charity Miles handles that part. Before you start running, walking, or bicycling, you select a charity from a list. These charities include the World Wildlife Foundation, Alzheimer's Association, Wounded Warrior Project, Stand Up to Cancer, and many others. You can choose a different charity each time you log more miles, or you can stick with just one. It's entirely up to you. As you start to move, you see your speed and total miles add up. Behind these basic stats is a backdrop image that's also an advertisement from the sponsoring organization. (That's how they make money). The app starts tracking when you pick an activity. When you finish your run, walk, or ride, you press the red button to complete the activity. The app shows you a summary of how far you traveled and how much money you earned for your organization of choice. There are a few other features in the app, such as the ability to join a team or form your own team so that you can collectively raise money for charities with friends. Charity Miles users have earned over 2.5 million dollars for charity. For more info go to http://www.charitymiles.org/ What is Dave Reading? Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle: Transform Your Body Forever Using the Secrets of the Leanest People in the World I'm not looking to get six pack abs, but burning fat sounds good. Like every other book I've read, the first part of the book explains why THIS ONE is better. I just started it (listening on Audible) Join the Logical Losers Support the show and get access to our private Facebook group. Go to www.logicallosers.com]]>1171e586178420595842095b64bed3b5Mon, 09 Oct 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonI was listening to a book (from Audible) (get a free book when you sign up) called the Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, and to summarize it: You can only have 1 number one priority. If you try to do everything, you may be able to do a lot of stuff,... Action > Results mindset. We wait until we hit rock bottom, and we get motivated to take some action. Those actions lead to results. Thos results motivate us to the take more actions, which brings more results (and it keeps on repeating). The author changes the trigger. Instead of waiting for rock bottom, change it to where step one is Take Action > Results > Motivation. That motivation then leads to more action. Thus to get the ball rolling DO SOMETHING.  This is especially true if you did something and the results were not what you were looking for. Does this mean there is no motivation? Well, there may be motivation to not do something that apparently did not work.  Motivated to Help Others? Try Charity Miles Earn money for charities every time you run, walk, or bicycle by using the free Charity Miles app. Corporate sponsors (whose information you'll see as a backdrop image in the app) agree to donate a few cents for every mile you complete. Browse the app's list of charities, find the one that you support, and then hit the road. When a lot of people use Charity Miles, those little bits of money add up. When Charity Miles first launched, its developers created an initial pool of $1 million to donate to charities as people used the app. Once that pool of money ran out (and it has), the developers said they would find corporate sponsors to continue making donations on the user's behalf (and they have). Running and walking earns 25 cents per mile, while bicycling earns 10 cents per mile. As the end-user, you don't have to do anything at all to make sure that money reaches your charity. Charity Miles handles that part. Before you start running, walking, or bicycling, you select a charity from a list. These charities include the World Wildlife Foundation, Alzheimer's Association, Wounded Warrior Project, Stand Up to Cancer, and many others. You can choose a different charity each time you log more miles, or you can stick with just one. It's entirely up to you. As you start to move, you see your speed and total miles add up. Behind these basic stats is a backdrop image that's also an advertisement from the sponsoring organization. (That's how they make money). The app starts tracking when you pick an activity. When you finish your run, walk, or ride, you press the red button to complete the activity. The app shows you a summary of how far you traveled and how much money you earned for your organization of choice. There are a few other features in the app, such as the ability to join a team or form your own team so that you can collectively raise money for charities with friends. Charity Miles users have earned over 2.5 million dollars for charity. For more info go to http://www.charitymiles.org/ What is Dave Reading? Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle: Transform Your Body Forever Using the Secrets of the Leanest People in the World I'm not looking to get six pack abs, but burning fat sounds good. Like every other book I've read, the first part of the book explains why THIS ONE is better. I just started it (listening on Audible) Join the Logical Losers Support the show and get access to our private Facebook group. Go to www.logicallosers.com]]>1571cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-subtle-art-of-not-giving-a--12887806fac074c5693282b34c79153661644335Tue, 26 Sep 2017 02:37:15 +0000David JacksonI've been listening to the Book, "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson. It's an interesting book (get it on Audible.com)  Here are some key points: 1. You only have so much capacity to care without stressing out. Pick what you care about...1505cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-motivated-me-to-lose-weight-this-week--128262783e8be6a8f56fedc66e801822833fe58eMon, 18 Sep 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonToday we look at identifying triggers and brainstorming how to replace bad habits with good ones.2034cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/roger-anderson-can-help-you-get-back-into-the-kitchen--127207460a5f104e8ca9f9b85ab36765154b21a4Mon, 04 Sep 2017 03:54:27 +0000David JacksonToday we talk with Roger Anderson of the Kitchen Counter Podcast. The Kitchen Counter podcast is dedicated to helping aspiring home cooks grow their skills and confidence in the kitchen so they can start cooking up memories with their family and...2469cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-being-honest-with-yourself--12615413c3df1d9b08d5311608dfdd15df621b40Mon, 21 Aug 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonAre you really telling the truth about what you eat and how much you exercise? I also share about my Thrivemarket purchase. I share insights from the book Younger Next year Book2458cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-battle-of-green-goo-green-powder-superfoods--12569177f336aba3a96d29e2f6420b0ae2fb374bMon, 14 Aug 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonDo green drinks taste like grass? How to stay focused, and playing with Thrive Market.2288cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-m-not-a-hippie-i-don-t-do-yoga-but-i-may-be-turning-into-a-vegetarian--12470902https://www.meatfreemondays.com/) which has great recipes, etc. If I can do one day a week, then maybe I'll go two days a week (then three) The biggest problem I see with all diets is we all shoot for perfection. As I speak right now I have a package of drumsticks, and a box of frozen burgers. I work too hard to throw food away. I know trying to go Vegetarian cold turkey is rough, but if I can do this over time, little by little, I can pull this off. This means I'm going to have to try new things. I'm going to end up eating humis at some point. I'm going to be using my Air Fryer to cook Squash and Cauliflower instead of Chicken. There are three types of vegetarians: Lacto-ovo-vegetarians eat both dairy products and eggs; this is the most common type of vegetarian diet.  Lacto-vegetarians eat dairy products but avoid eggs.  Ovo-vegetarian. Eats eggs but not dairy products.  Vegans do not eat dairy products, eggs, or any other products which are derived from animals. - source I can see me starting out as Lacto-ovo-vegetarians and going from there. It will take time, but I do see the undeniable health benefits (and will get into iron, and other things another day). Join the Logical Losers Join our private Facebook group for a judge free zone to network and share with other people trying to lose weight. Go to www.logicallosers.com]]>77f0b526069f0127aa6b984e0a2ddd69Mon, 31 Jul 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonCall into the show 888-563-3228 I've watched a ton of movies on Netflix in preparation for this episode. Cowspiracy - which explains how much resources it takes to create a cow (acres of land, gallons of water) What the Health - Which shows the...2242cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/using-your-amazon-to-help-you-stay-healthy--123687304f39e3f20ef312979d02b635baad44f2Mon, 17 Jul 2017 04:00:00 +0000David Jackson1742cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beeminder-weight-loss-app-and-lifestyle-change-tips--12284123www.beeminder.com Realistic Lifestyle Change - Tips New study from Harvard with tips on achieving Lifestyle Change. Read the full story   Join The Logical Losers Facebook Group Our private Facebook groups gives you more information, and a safe environment to ask questions, get inspiration, and more. Check it out at www.logicallosers.com]]>0fcae291d942909c107ba7ced508b4a1Wed, 05 Jul 2017 04:52:41 +0000David JacksonToday I share my first impression with a new app Beeminder which I'm using to replace the PACT app. The pact app was slick, polished, and I loved it (you pledged to give money if you didn't hit a goal and it was distributed to those who made their...www.beeminder.com Realistic Lifestyle Change - Tips New study from Harvard with tips on achieving Lifestyle Change. Read the full story   Join The Logical Losers Facebook Group Our private Facebook groups gives you more information, and a safe environment to ask questions, get inspiration, and more. Check it out at www.logicallosers.com]]>1649cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/five-minute-journal-five-second-rule--12230826https://youtu.be/xqOyXeR2jqY Available as a Hard Cover http://amzn.to/2tmGZ1N Also available as an App Get it on iOs also available on Android The Strength to Change Mel Robbins author the book the five-second rule did a cool Ted talk about the five-minute rule.  She mentions how your brain has two speeds: autopilot, and emergency brake. So when you start doing something that it's not used to, it loves to pull the emergency brake. Anything that is a break in your routine, is going to be something you have to force yourself to do. Most of our life is on autopilot. We eat the same things every day, drive the same route to work. Do the same things with the same people. No wonder we love autopilot.  When you feel stuck, it may be that you haven't forced yourself to do anything new. You need to force yourself out of your head. You would not hang out with people who talk to you like you talk to yourself.  You need to get outside of your comfort zone.  When you see something you might do, you feel like doing something, but you sit back down. Why? Because your emergency brake was pulled.  If have an impulse to do something new, if you don't stand up and takes steps, and marry it to action, your emergency brake will be pulled. Your problem isn't ideas, its that you don't act on them.  So if you see someone and want to talk to them, marry that idea with action and walk over to them.  Become a Logical Loser Did you get value from this show? Go to www.logicallosers.com]]>390b5233eb4b6c8f156d5a787e0ef120Wed, 28 Jun 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonI've heard a few different people talk about the Five Minute Journal and how it changed their attitude, their lives, and their productivity. According to the creators, "With a simple structured format based on positive psychology research, you will...https://youtu.be/xqOyXeR2jqY Available as a Hard Cover http://amzn.to/2tmGZ1N Also available as an App Get it on iOs also available on Android The Strength to Change Mel Robbins author the book the five-second rule did a cool Ted talk about the five-minute rule.  She mentions how your brain has two speeds: autopilot, and emergency brake. So when you start doing something that it's not used to, it loves to pull the emergency brake. Anything that is a break in your routine, is going to be something you have to force yourself to do. Most of our life is on autopilot. We eat the same things every day, drive the same route to work. Do the same things with the same people. No wonder we love autopilot.  When you feel stuck, it may be that you haven't forced yourself to do anything new. You need to force yourself out of your head. You would not hang out with people who talk to you like you talk to yourself.  You need to get outside of your comfort zone.  When you see something you might do, you feel like doing something, but you sit back down. Why? Because your emergency brake was pulled.  If have an impulse to do something new, if you don't stand up and takes steps, and marry it to action, your emergency brake will be pulled. Your problem isn't ideas, its that you don't act on them.  So if you see someone and want to talk to them, marry that idea with action and walk over to them.  Become a Logical Loser Did you get value from this show? Go to www.logicallosers.com]]>1452cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-report-i-got-a-standing-desk--12171704b6c0de5e24a33c2a4382a71886d71e85Wed, 21 Jun 2017 03:50:56 +0000David JacksonSo as my old desk was falling apart, it was time to buy a new desk and I wanted to get a standing desk as I now work from home. I use to stand for 8 hours a day as an instructor but now I sit on my butt all day and something needed to change.  What...1211cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-can-t-burn-fat-when-you-re-full-of-sugar--12129292www.thatsugarfilm.com (if you're in Australia, there is also an app for your phone). If you want to know how many teaspoons of sugar are in something, divide the number of grams by 4. So if something has 16 grams of sugar, that is four teaspoons. It was an eye-opening movie, done in an educational and entertaining way. Almost Caught My Kitchen on Fire I spoke about how I bought an Air Fryer on a previous episode and I LOVED it. The last few times it started to smoke a bit. I always clean the part that you cook in and wipe down the bottom on the inside. Well, after setting off the smoke alarms in my apartment, I busted out the manual and I see where I need to wipe down the whole thing on the inside (which means you have to let it cool down, which means its kind of a pain in the butt). So if you get one, keep it clean.  This is So Dumb, and Yet so Cool - A Baby Ice Machine  know you can buy 2 ice cube trays for $6 on Amazon. So when you start talking about spending $90-$159 for a baby refrigerator that just makes ice, that is a lot of ice cube trays. I bought mine at Walmart and I'm not sure why (cause breaking ice out of trays was not that tough) but I love it. I fill it up with water in the morning and I have cubes the rest of the day. I like my water cold, so this has been great.   But there was a problem My water bottle was a sweaty mess. My cork coaster was soaked through. Solution? a cup within a cup. You can get a set of Six for $22. This is awesome. The water stays super cold, and I don't have a single drop of sweat on the outside of my cup. So I don't have to worry about soaking my coaster (I still use one just in case).  The end result is I'm drinking a ton of super cold water on some super hot summer days here in Ohio.  Check out the Igloo Portable Ice Macker Thanks to our Patrons!Laura, Kevin, Julianne, Luther, and Cheryl. Become Logical Weight Loss Supporter by going to www.logicallosers.com    ]]>89dc3446ae741536fa8a9373a7548c76Fri, 16 Jun 2017 02:04:12 +0000David JacksonI just watched That Sugar Film on Amazon. (prime for free, but you can rent it), and I was amazed. In it, the filmmaker went on a diet that included 40 teaspoons of sugar per day (this is what people eating "healthy" diets get). Here are some fun...www.thatsugarfilm.com (if you're in Australia, there is also an app for your phone). If you want to know how many teaspoons of sugar are in something, divide the number of grams by 4. So if something has 16 grams of sugar, that is four teaspoons. It was an eye-opening movie, done in an educational and entertaining way. Almost Caught My Kitchen on Fire I spoke about how I bought an Air Fryer on a previous episode and I LOVED it. The last few times it started to smoke a bit. I always clean the part that you cook in and wipe down the bottom on the inside. Well, after setting off the smoke alarms in my apartment, I busted out the manual and I see where I need to wipe down the whole thing on the inside (which means you have to let it cool down, which means its kind of a pain in the butt). So if you get one, keep it clean.  This is So Dumb, and Yet so Cool - A Baby Ice Machine  know you can buy 2 ice cube trays for $6 on Amazon. So when you start talking about spending $90-$159 for a baby refrigerator that just makes ice, that is a lot of ice cube trays. I bought mine at Walmart and I'm not sure why (cause breaking ice out of trays was not that tough) but I love it. I fill it up with water in the morning and I have cubes the rest of the day. I like my water cold, so this has been great.   But there was a problem My water bottle was a sweaty mess. My cork coaster was soaked through. Solution? a cup within a cup. You can get a set of Six for $22. This is awesome. The water stays super cold, and I don't have a single drop of sweat on the outside of my cup. So I don't have to worry about soaking my coaster (I still use one just in case).  The end result is I'm drinking a ton of super cold water on some super hot summer days here in Ohio.  Check out the Igloo Portable Ice Macker Thanks to our Patrons!Laura, Kevin, Julianne, Luther, and Cheryl. Become Logical Weight Loss Supporter by going to www.logicallosers.com    ]]>1202cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eat-less-exercise-more-is-wrong--11978668www.learntosubscribe.com  New Logical Losers Support Group People have been asking how they can support the group, and I've been wanting to create a facebook group, so I've put the two together. If you go to www.logicallosers.com this will be our new community to create a safe place to talk, support, and inspire each other. If you get at least $1 worth of value from the podcast, I urge you to sign up. Why is there a fee? Because we are talking health, fitness, etc, everybody and their brother have a product or service to tell. I believe we may be talking about services and such, but I don't want "Coach Steve" or  " Fitness Franny" coming in and spamming us. There are different rewards, and again, this is all optional. $1 a month Access to Facebook group Sneak Peak at Content Access to Patron Only Information $5 a month All of the above rewards plus: Private Patron polls Behind the scenes process Name listed on our support page $20 A Month All of the above rewards plus: A shout out on the show When I reach my goal of $500/month, I will give away a Fitbit blaze to a member in the Biggest Loser Tier once a quarter. For those outside the US, we will come up with a similar value prize.  Come join the community at www.logicallosers.com   Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It - Reviewed This is a book written by  Gary Taubes, and he takes on a very controversial subject and that is that Eating less and moving more is bad advice. WHAT? Well, he spends the better part of the first ten chapters going over why, and by chapter two I was like "OK, SERIOUSLY, MOVE ON." But I had to suffer through many chapters for him to get to what we are supposed to do. So I'm going to sum it up. Cut down carbohydrate, and cut down on Sugar. (more or less adopt a paleo diet). As he puts it, Cut back on Carbs. "On this diet, no sugars (simple carbohydrates) and no starches (complex carbohydrates) are eaten. The only carbohydrates encouraged are the nutritionally dense, fiber-rich vegetables listed. Sugars are simple carbohydrates. Avoid these kinds of foods: white sugar, brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, molasses, corn syrup, beer (contains barley malt), milk (contains lactose), flavored yogurts, fruit juice, and fruit. Starches are complex carbohydrates. Avoid these kinds of foods: grains (even “whole” grains), rice, cereals, flour, cornstarch, breads, pastas, muffins, bagels, crackers, and “starchy” vegetables such as slow-cooked beans (pinto, lima, black beans), carrots, parsnips, corn, peas, potatoes, French fries, potato chips" Do Not Eat You should completely cut out sugar, bread, cereal, flour containing items, fruits, juices, honey, whole or skimmed milk, yogurt, canned soups, dairy substitutes, ketchup, sweet condiments and relishes. Avoid these common mistakes: Beware of “fat-free” or “lite” diet products, and foods containing “hidden” sugars and starches (such as coleslaw or sugarfree cookies and cakes). Check the labels of liquid medications, cough syrups, cough drops, and other over-the-counter medications that may contain sugar. Avoid products that are labeled “Great for Low-Carb Diets!” So Why Do I Get Fat? Gary Taubes wrote this book for doctors I believe, but in a nutshell, when we each these items our blood sugar goes up. This then makes our Insulin go up. The release of fatty acids from fat cells, "Requires only the negative stimulus of insulin deficiency" - Rosalyn Yalow, Solomon Merson, 1965  Her explains this in this video (which is more or less the book in 56 minutes) He Does Mention the GI The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly food raises our blood sugar. And the scale of the glycemic index goes from 0 all the way up to 100. Foods with a higher glycemic index are more readily absorbed in our body and raise our blood sugar more. A lower glycemic index doesn't affect our blood sugar as much. The glycemic index is an imperfect system because everyone's body responds a little bit different. It also doesn't consider how much food we eat. But it is overall a useful tool to help keep our blood sugar steady and eating more nutritious foods. Foods that have a low glycemic index typically have more fiber and less sugar, but it's important to know that low glycemic index food doesn't necessarily mean that it's healthy. After all, lard has a very low glycemic index. According to Web MD The smaller the number, the less impact the food has on your blood sugar. 55 or less = Low (good) 56- 69 = Medium 70 or higher = High (bad) Here is a list of resources that list foods and their GI Rated by FI from Harvard http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/whattoeat/a/glycemicindlist.htm http://www.livestrong.com/glycemic-index-food-list/ http://www.lifetimefatloss.com/glycemic-index-list-of-foods.html Red Rock Apps: Running For Weight Loss App What is it: A unique program of interval training especially for weight loss. A ready-made 2-month training plan with 3 workout days a week. Good: Easy to use, tracks weight, water (and prompts you to drink more), keeps your stats of your exercising, and ties in with Fitbit. Cons: EVERY TIME you touch this app you are prompted to update to their paid ($10/month) plan. So bring your patience. When the voice tells you that you are half way, when the announcement is over, the music does not return to its regular volume (in my case Spotify). Conclusion: I can handle press the X every five minutes. It's easy to use, and when I leave the gym I'm sweating. I'm keeping it for now and considering upgrading to their pro plan.   How Do I Cancel a Subscription on an Apple Device? I recently wanted to cancel a subscription for one app I was using, and once you know where to look it is not that hard. For me, I started looking at my account on iTunes, and that is the wrong place. Here is how you cancel an Apple subscription: Access Settings in the home of your device; Scroll down and tap iTunes Store and AppStore; Tap your e-mail and Apple ID, View Apple ID and enter your password; Now, tap Subscription - Manage and select PlayKids; Turn off the auto-renewal option and tap Done.]]>5e50ca5895b67fe3fc137a0cb57fd904Mon, 29 May 2017 05:18:54 +0000David JacksonWelcome to episode 327 of the Logical Weight Loss Podcast, I appreciate you stopping by. If you like what you hear/see do consider subscribing to the show. If you're new to subscribing to a podcast, see www.learntosubscribe.com  New Logical Losers...www.learntosubscribe.com  New Logical Losers Support Group People have been asking how they can support the group, and I've been wanting to create a facebook group, so I've put the two together. If you go to www.logicallosers.com this will be our new community to create a safe place to talk, support, and inspire each other. If you get at least $1 worth of value from the podcast, I urge you to sign up. Why is there a fee? Because we are talking health, fitness, etc, everybody and their brother have a product or service to tell. I believe we may be talking about services and such, but I don't want "Coach Steve" or  " Fitness Franny" coming in and spamming us. There are different rewards, and again, this is all optional. $1 a month Access to Facebook group Sneak Peak at Content Access to Patron Only Information $5 a month All of the above rewards plus: Private Patron polls Behind the scenes process Name listed on our support page $20 A Month All of the above rewards plus: A shout out on the show When I reach my goal of $500/month, I will give away a Fitbit blaze to a member in the Biggest Loser Tier once a quarter. For those outside the US, we will come up with a similar value prize.  Come join the community at www.logicallosers.com   Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It - Reviewed This is a book written by  Gary Taubes, and he takes on a very controversial subject and that is that Eating less and moving more is bad advice. WHAT? Well, he spends the better part of the first ten chapters going over why, and by chapter two I was like "OK, SERIOUSLY, MOVE ON." But I had to suffer through many chapters for him to get to what we are supposed to do. So I'm going to sum it up. Cut down carbohydrate, and cut down on Sugar. (more or less adopt a paleo diet). As he puts it, Cut back on Carbs. "On this diet, no sugars (simple carbohydrates) and no starches (complex carbohydrates) are eaten. The only carbohydrates encouraged are the nutritionally dense, fiber-rich vegetables listed. Sugars are simple carbohydrates. Avoid these kinds of foods: white sugar, brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, molasses, corn syrup, beer (contains barley malt), milk (contains lactose), flavored yogurts, fruit juice, and fruit. Starches are complex carbohydrates. Avoid these kinds of foods: grains (even “whole” grains), rice, cereals, flour, cornstarch, breads, pastas, muffins, bagels, crackers, and “starchy” vegetables such as slow-cooked beans (pinto, lima, black beans), carrots, parsnips, corn, peas, potatoes, French fries, potato chips" Do Not Eat You should completely cut out sugar, bread, cereal, flour containing items, fruits, juices, honey, whole or skimmed milk, yogurt, canned soups, dairy substitutes, ketchup, sweet condiments and relishes. Avoid these common mistakes: Beware of “fat-free” or “lite” diet products, and foods containing “hidden” sugars and starches (such as coleslaw or sugarfree cookies and cakes). Check the labels of liquid medications, cough syrups, cough drops, and other over-the-counter medications that may contain sugar. Avoid products that are labeled “Great for Low-Carb Diets!” So Why Do I Get Fat? Gary Taubes wrote this book for doctors I believe, but in a nutshell, when we each these items our blood sugar goes up. This then makes our Insulin go up. The release of fatty acids from fat cells, "Requires only the negative stimulus of insulin deficiency" - Rosalyn Yalow, Solomon Merson, 1965  Her explains this in this video (which is more or less the book in 56 minutes) He Does Mention the GI The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly food raises our blood...]]>1694cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/have-alexa-track-your-calories-with-your-voice-via-nutrionix--11930737www.logicalloss.com/support]]>734401855711a6d4abed848d14fac73aTue, 23 May 2017 04:07:28 +0000David JacksonKeep Your Progress in Front Of You Sometimes when we think about how far we need to go, it can be overwhelming. Here are some visual tools that you can use to keep you motivated Two Jars: One marked pounds to go, and the other marked pounds destroyed...www.logicalloss.com/support]]>1301cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/americans-are-giving-up-because-they-feel-there-is-no-hope-don-t-be-the-new-normal--11811569www.logicalloss.com/support  ]]>8291208ae49cb2824251bc40068adb04Sun, 07 May 2017 15:44:01 +0000David JacksonThe proportion of American adults who were either overweight or obese has been growing steadily for decades, rising from about 53% a generation ago to roughly 66% more recently. But the share of these adults who had gone on a diet dropped during the...www.logicalloss.com/support  ]]>1970cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sync-solver-and-bed-making--11704613http://syncsolver.com/ Fitbit to health, Health to CSV. Health to Fitbit, and many combinations of all of the above. Here is a video.  Women Are Drinking More Binge drinking (defined as imbibing four or more drinks within two hours) increased by 3.7% annually among older women, but held steady among older men. In a single decade — from 2002 to 2012 — the proportion of women who drank rose from 44.9% to 48.3%, while the proportion of male drinkers fell from 57.4% to 56.1%. A survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) between 2011 and 2013 indicated that 53.6% of women ages 18 to 44 were drinking, and 18.2% were binge drinking. The CDC followed up with an alert that three million US women were at risk of increasing the likelihood of sudden infant death syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), the gender gap has closed among teens, with about 20% of 17-year-olds drinking regularly and 13% binge drinking. See Full Story Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World The author of this book did a commencement speech and he points out how doing the little things can help you with a better attitude, but he also points out that life is not always fair. You can get a glimpse of this book in this commencement speech https://youtu.be/pxBQLFLei70 He points out that you are going to fail, and fail often, but if you don't quit you still have a chance of winning.  Why I Was Gaining Weight For me, weight loss is about food. Control your food, and you control your weight. Well, I used to plan out my meals ahead of time and as I mentioned last week, even if everything in your house is "healthy" you can still eat too much. Well, I use the Fitbit app. I'm also playing with the fooducate app. Both of these allow you to put in your food and your activity. The Fitbit takes in the steps you have for the day, and adds up the calories burned. This is good and bad. The good thing is it's easy. It happens automatically. The bad news is now if you have more than usual steps it shows you that you can eat more calories (and I was).  If the calories it says you are burning is inaccurate, then you have a problem.  So Im taking the extra step to go in and look at the number of calories IN, instead of the net calories (calories in and then subtract a number of calories burned).  From the Mailbag From Laura: Dave I love your podcast! I look forward to it very week. Keep up the great work. Stay honest. Stay true to yourself. You are such an inspiration for me. My current struggle is trying to cut out the C-R-A-P that has found its way back into my daily life. I lost 50 pounds (from 200-yikes! down to a sleek150-size 8) by cutting out all the processed, nutrition-less, Franken foods. Yep just like you, I was focused on hydration, real food (mainly meat & vegetables), sleep and fitness. I lost weight by having as many four-star days as possible. It took 9 months but I’ve kept it off since 2011. Well almost. Truthfully, I’m bouncing around 157 now. I’m writing you because I’ve got to nip this in the bud. I look good. I feel good. I can still wear the same clothes, but everything is just a little too snug. I’m reeling it in right here, right now. No cheats. No slips. No skipping exercise. For 30 days. 30 consecutive 4-star days should get me back down to 150 pounds and back on track to a lifetime of clean eating. Come on Dave – we can do this!! Thank For Supporting the Show Go to www.logicalloss.com/support and shopping at Amazon and for contributing on Paypal. ]]>da5aa1a2c7f85c0a123cb30a08b70222Mon, 24 Apr 2017 03:46:15 +0000David JacksonSync Solver This app saves the day in some cases when your two apps don't talk to each other http://syncsolver.com/ Fitbit to health, Health to CSV. Health to Fitbit, and many combinations of all of the above. Here is a video.  Women Are Drinking More...http://syncsolver.com/ Fitbit to health, Health to CSV. Health to Fitbit, and many combinations of all of the above. Here is a video.  Women Are Drinking More Binge drinking (defined as imbibing four or more drinks within two hours) increased by 3.7% annually among older women, but held steady among older men. In a single decade — from 2002 to 2012 — the proportion of women who drank rose from 44.9% to 48.3%, while the proportion of male drinkers fell from 57.4% to 56.1%. A survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) between 2011 and 2013 indicated that 53.6% of women ages 18 to 44 were drinking, and 18.2% were binge drinking. The CDC followed up with an alert that three million US women were at risk of increasing the likelihood of sudden infant death syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), the gender gap has closed among teens, with about 20% of 17-year-olds drinking regularly and 13% binge drinking. See Full Story Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World The author of this book did a commencement speech and he points out how doing the little things can help you with a better attitude, but he also points out that life is not always fair. You can get a glimpse of this book in this commencement speech https://youtu.be/pxBQLFLei70 He points out that you are going to fail, and fail often, but if you don't quit you still have a chance of winning.  Why I Was Gaining Weight For me, weight loss is about food. Control your food, and you control your weight. Well, I used to plan out my meals ahead of time and as I mentioned last week, even if everything in your house is "healthy" you can still eat too much. Well, I use the Fitbit app. I'm also playing with the fooducate app. Both of these allow you to put in your food and your activity. The Fitbit takes in the steps you have for the day, and adds up the calories burned. This is good and bad. The good thing is it's easy. It happens automatically. The bad news is now if you have more than usual steps it shows you that you can eat more calories (and I was).  If the calories it says you are burning is inaccurate, then you have a problem.  So Im taking the extra step to go in and look at the number of calories IN, instead of the net calories (calories in and then subtract a number of calories burned).  From the Mailbag From Laura: Dave I love your podcast! I look forward to it very week. Keep up the great work. Stay honest. Stay true to yourself. You are such an inspiration for me. My current struggle is trying to cut out the C-R-A-P that has found its way back into my daily life. I lost 50 pounds (from 200-yikes! down to a sleek150-size 8) by cutting out all the processed, nutrition-less, Franken foods. Yep just like you, I was focused on hydration, real food (mainly meat & vegetables), sleep and fitness. I lost weight by having as many four-star days as possible. It took 9 months but I’ve kept it off since 2011. Well almost. Truthfully, I’m bouncing around 157 now. I’m writing you because I’ve got to nip this in the bud. I look good. I feel good. I can still wear the same clothes, but everything is just a little too snug. I’m reeling it in right here, right now. No cheats. No slips. No skipping exercise. For 30 days. 30 consecutive 4-star days should get me back down to 150 pounds and back on track to a lifetime of clean eating. Come on Dave – we can do this!! Thank For Supporting the Show Go to www.logicalloss.com/support and shopping at Amazon and for contributing on Paypal. ]]>2003cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/that-stuff-happens-to-other-people-right--11617944ff014938e55fff076a02bcc998101ba7Thu, 13 Apr 2017 04:28:23 +0000David JacksonToday I explain why my weight has gone up. 1. If you buy cookies, you eat cookies 2. Almonds are not filling, and when you cover them in chocolate, smoke flavoring, etc they might as well be called CANDY.  3. I'm not drinking as much water 4. I'm not...1587cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-bought-an-air-fryer-was-it-worth-the-price--11374916www.logicalloss.com/support and using our Amazon and donation links  ]]>518c544dc805fd8b1f6e462ea544ee0aMon, 13 Mar 2017 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonAir Fryer Are the "NEW" Thing, but Are They Really Healthy? This is what we hear about Air Fryers: Less chance of a grease fire with no grease Less chance of getting burned by popping grease when there is no grease Much less clean up, and no worries...www.logicalloss.com/support and using our Amazon and donation links  ]]>1941cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fooducate-probiotics-my-bland-soup-experiment--109525690c5cd7b82e848d5766d32d29f29b8845Mon, 20 Feb 2017 04:22:44 +0000David JacksonMy Bland Soup Experiment Today I talk about how I went to purchased a 2 Quart Slow Cooker ($8) and was amazed at how much SALT is in the "ready made" seasoning mixes for slow cookers. So I decided to make my own. I purchased some stew meat, a bag of...1882cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weight-loss-melt-down-new-challenge-join-today--10762401www.logicalloss.com/challenge17 FROM THE EMAIL BAG You mentioned how “instant oatmeal” is not the same as it was ten years ago. I like oatmeal, and eat it most weekdays. I make it in a small “Crock Pot” that is intended for things like dip, fondue, etc. I think it’s called the “Little Dipper” ($14.95)– capacity of 16 oz. I use McCann’s Steel Cut Oats, put in a 1/4 cup, and then add 10 oz of water. Plug it in when I go to bed, and in the morning it is perfectly done. Stir, add a little milk, or whatever you prefer as “milk” and you are ready! I also drink OJ in the morning, but I “cut it” 50/50 with non-sodium seltzer. BTW, the McCann’s comes in a can and retails for about 5.99 for 20 servings, so it’s economical too. -Carol I've been enjoying the podcast for quite some time now. Thanks for keeping at it!  And congratulations on your 30lb loss last year. That's awesome! Question for you - I know that you have mentioned some weight loss challenge apps in the past. Some co-workers want to do a weight loss challenge but they want to raise money for a charity that we support. Do you have any recommendations on an app that they could use to do that? I would appreciate any suggestions. Thanks! Longtime fan, Nikki in SoCal Weight Loss Challenges - Websites and Resources I haven't talked about this in a while, and I went and look at and some of the resources of the past have gone away (well, that's the internet, and it's also hard to stay in business when you charge 0.00) Here are a couple that seem up to date My Weight Loss Challenge Spreadsheet. If you just need a spreadsheet where all the math is done for you, here it is. Diet Bet Dietbet.com is one of the top sites. It allows you to have teams, and they have kickstarters (4% weight loss), Challenges (for most % of body weight), and they have bets for those who want to maintain. Check it out at dietbet.com Heathwage Healthwage has got a lot of press coverage that just pays you to lose weight. You put in how much you want to lose, how long you want to lost it, and it calculates a prize. For me I told it I wanted to lose 15 pounds of 6 months. It said I would need to lose 20 and I would earn $133 (I would have put in 120 which is 11% return). I am at a weight that I don't think I could get that low. (I lost 30 lbs last year). Meltodwn Challenge I really liked this one, and started  challenge. IT STARTS TODAY so get in on this now! This has an app, and you can easily setup a group, or if you want have it go to charity, or have some of it go to the person running it (which we did in my case to pay for it). Stickk Stickk.com is an interesting twist meant for ANY resolution. You pick a referee to keep you accountable. You can earn money, or motivate yourself by having your money go to something you hate. Check it out at stickk.com Thintopia and Fatbet Both of these sites are still around. They help people login and track their weight and you see the progress. With Dietbet, Healthwage, and Stickk, there is some sort of anti-cheat involved (videos, pictures, etc) These two sites (both free) operate on the honor system. Fatbet is at fatbet.net and Thintopia is Thintopia.com Join the Challenge Today]]>4f41b4a949ab4d252f381fd05587f291Mon, 13 Feb 2017 05:29:24 +0000David JacksonThanks to Nicole for the lovely donation to keep the lights on. We are starting a new weight loss challenge, join today at www.logicalloss.com/challenge17 FROM THE EMAIL BAG You mentioned how “instant oatmeal” is not the same as it was ten years ago....www.logicalloss.com/challenge17 FROM THE EMAIL BAG You mentioned how “instant oatmeal” is not the same as it was ten years ago. I like oatmeal, and eat it most weekdays. I make it in a small “Crock Pot” that is intended for things like dip, fondue, etc. I think it’s called the “Little Dipper” ($14.95)– capacity of 16 oz. I use McCann’s Steel Cut Oats, put in a 1/4 cup, and then add 10 oz of water. Plug it in when I go to bed, and in the morning it is perfectly done. Stir, add a little milk, or whatever you prefer as “milk” and you are ready! I also drink OJ in the morning, but I “cut it” 50/50 with non-sodium seltzer. BTW, the McCann’s comes in a can and retails for about 5.99 for 20 servings, so it’s economical too. -Carol I've been enjoying the podcast for quite some time now. Thanks for keeping at it!  And congratulations on your 30lb loss last year. That's awesome! Question for you - I know that you have mentioned some weight loss challenge apps in the past. Some co-workers want to do a weight loss challenge but they want to raise money for a charity that we support. Do you have any recommendations on an app that they could use to do that? I would appreciate any suggestions. Thanks! Longtime fan, Nikki in SoCal Weight Loss Challenges - Websites and Resources I haven't talked about this in a while, and I went and look at and some of the resources of the past have gone away (well, that's the internet, and it's also hard to stay in business when you charge 0.00) Here are a couple that seem up to date My Weight Loss Challenge Spreadsheet. If you just need a spreadsheet where all the math is done for you, here it is. Diet Bet Dietbet.com is one of the top sites. It allows you to have teams, and they have kickstarters (4% weight loss), Challenges (for most % of body weight), and they have bets for those who want to maintain. Check it out at dietbet.com Heathwage Healthwage has got a lot of press coverage that just pays you to lose weight. You put in how much you want to lose, how long you want to lost it, and it calculates a prize. For me I told it I wanted to lose 15 pounds of 6 months. It said I would need to lose 20 and I would earn $133 (I would have put in 120 which is 11% return). I am at a weight that I don't think I could get that low. (I lost 30 lbs last year). Meltodwn Challenge I really liked this one, and started  challenge. IT STARTS TODAY so get in on this now! This has an app, and you can easily setup a group, or if you want have it go to charity, or have some of it go to the person running it (which we did in my case to pay for it). Stickk Stickk.com is an interesting twist meant for ANY resolution. You pick a referee to keep you accountable. You can earn money, or motivate yourself by having your money go to something you hate. Check it out at stickk.com Thintopia and Fatbet Both of these sites are still around. They help people login and track their weight and you see the progress. With Dietbet, Healthwage, and Stickk, there is some sort of anti-cheat involved (videos, pictures, etc) These two sites (both free) operate on the honor system. Fatbet is at fatbet.net and Thintopia is Thintopia.com Join the Challenge Today]]>1195cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dealing-with-post-super-bowl-guilt--10570308b33040cad8962c37a441b8d71f7da5e3Mon, 06 Feb 2017 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonYou didn't do well avoiding the chicken wings, potato chips, etc and now you feel bad cause knew the scale was going to go up (and it did). Now what?  Well you could shame yourself to death, make yourself feel bad, which will lead to you making...1850cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weight-loss-and-alcohol--10426353https://youtu.be/fG2o0I8amvY Support the Show www.logicalloss.com/support]]>49600f230c0491af43641750bc7750caMon, 30 Jan 2017 02:56:37 +0000David JacksonToday I get into why its not a good idea to drink alcohol if you are trying to lose weight.  Your body only has so much time during the day to burn calories. Alcohol is empty calories, and basically get burned first. Then when you run out of time, you...https://youtu.be/fG2o0I8amvY Support the Show www.logicalloss.com/support]]>1304cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-wake-up-call-from-fank-payne-of-my-big-fat-body--10338698
The Top Tools I Use

I took at look at new habits and tools that I started using in 2016, and - more importantly - that I am still using. Here they are.

Power Pressure Cooker XL
Each Sunday I use my Power Pressure Cooker XL. Its the first thing that I purchased in 2016 that I got completely sucked into their infomercial. I throw in a bunch of chicken and 20 minutes later I pack it up. It's the best $99 I've ever spent. It's so popular, that people are now writing Power Pressure cookbooks for it with 123 recipes ($9).

Ninja Blender Pro

I use me Ninja Blender Pro to make smoothies, and mix protein shakes all the time ($59). So with the Power Pressure Cooker, I 've got lunch covered. With the Ninja Blender Pro I've got my breakfast covered.

Storage Containers

I got a set of Spin and Swirl storage containers that are on a carousel so it takes up half the room in your cupboard. I've had these for years. I know the reviews on Amazon say they are cheap, but I've never had an issue with mine. There are plenty of storage containers that go from the microwave to the dishwasher, etc]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/10338698Thu, 19 Jan 2017 04:27:19 +0000David JacksonI watched the documentary My Big fat Body by Frank Payne on Amazon Prime (it was included with the Prime membership). The movie shows Frank going through the process of losing 60 lbs. It was impressive. I wanted to see how Frank was doing now. The...
The Top Tools I Use

I took at look at new habits and tools that I started using in 2016, and - more importantly - that I am still using. Here they are.

Power Pressure Cooker XL
Each Sunday I use my Power Pressure Cooker XL. Its the first thing that I purchased in 2016 that I got completely sucked into their infomercial. I throw in a bunch of chicken and 20 minutes later I pack it up. It's the best $99 I've ever spent. It's so popular, that people are now writing Power Pressure cookbooks for it with 123 recipes ($9).

Ninja Blender Pro

I use me Ninja Blender Pro to make smoothies, and mix protein shakes all the time ($59). So with the Power Pressure Cooker, I 've got lunch covered. With the Ninja Blender Pro I've got my breakfast covered.

Storage Containers

I got a set of Spin and Swirl storage containers that are on a carousel so it takes up half the room in your cupboard. I've had these for years. I know the reviews on Amazon say they are cheap, but I've never had an issue with mine. There are plenty of storage containers that go from the microwave to the dishwasher, etc]]>1247cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-wake-up-call-from-fank-payne-of-my-big-fat-body--10338869227ab0c67c6610142c88ac1d13e82055Thu, 19 Jan 2017 04:16:49 +0000David JacksonI watched the documentary My Big fat Body by Frank Payne on Amazon Prime (it was included with the Prime membership). The movie shows Frank going through the process of losing 60 lbs. It was impressive. I wanted to see how Frank was doing now. The...1247cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facing-the-fat-chefling--10286751ccec1dec42196e78792c9cf309a742b2Wed, 11 Jan 2017 22:36:34 +0000David JacksonSee logicalloss.com/3161271cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-something-you-ve-never-done-before--10230288b6ec76d6da215b2d4828ce4fd60254fcTue, 03 Jan 2017 05:14:02 +0000David JacksonI found a quote: When you want something you’ve never had, you have to do something you’ve never done. -Thomas Jefferson This is true for EVERYTHING. The bad news is it is "Weight Loss Season" where every other commercial is someone telling you that...1382cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/even-smarter-water-bottles-and-standing-desks--10187165http://hidratespark.com/ $59. The things I like about this one is: Fits in a stand cupholder in your car Has both an Ios and Android app (H2OPal is iOs only) Less Expensive More colors to choose from Moikit Cuptime 2 This is another bottle with a sensor on the bottom to measure the weight of your beverage. it also tells you the temperature of the beverage. This one is rechargable (where the Spark, and Pal use watch batteries that last a few months, and can be changed to keep on going). This comes with a charging station (great for being "the work cup"). It has a display on the cup as well as an app and it also syncs with Fitbit. The Cuptime 2 goes for around $80 Sippo  Sippo is "more of the same" with both and android and iOs app. Their app has more of a social feel where you can share with friends and family and compete. Sippo goes for $69 Support The Show Thanks to everyone who has been going to our support page and shopping and donating.]]>02214f840c62f9463ef0ce453e8ebb53Tue, 27 Dec 2016 03:10:36 +0000David JacksonWe've spoken in the past how sitting down too long is just not a great habit to get into. However, when we've look ed at Standing Desk they are rather expensive with prices starting around $500 and go up from there. In looking back at these, I now am...http://hidratespark.com/ $59. The things I like about this one is: Fits in a stand cupholder in your car Has both an Ios and Android app (H2OPal is iOs only) Less Expensive More colors to choose from Moikit Cuptime 2 This is another bottle with a sensor on the bottom to measure the weight of your beverage. it also tells you the temperature of the beverage. This one is rechargable (where the Spark, and Pal use watch batteries that last a few months, and can be changed to keep on going). This comes with a charging station (great for being "the work cup"). It has a display on the cup as well as an app and it also syncs with Fitbit. The Cuptime 2 goes for around $80 Sippo  Sippo is "more of the same" with both and android and iOs app. Their app has more of a social feel where you can share with friends and family and compete. Sippo goes for $69 Support The Show Thanks to everyone who has been going to our support page and shopping and donating.]]>1590cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stay-the-course--10046096www.logicalloss.com/support]]>89b1b363e2de05e158ce1637ff67c95aTue, 06 Dec 2016 04:53:02 +0000David JacksonBetter Chocolate is on the Way Ways to increase Sleep MOrgan Spurlock is opening HOLY CHICKEN Support the Show at www.logicalloss.com/supportwww.logicalloss.com/support]]>1477cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-favorite-fitness-gifts--9984676www.alexacast.com/buyersguide so I have it tied into my Fitbit (and I can ask it for an update). If I'm doing good, Alexa give me praise. If I'm behind schedule she encourages me. In the Amazon world there are no apps (OK there are, but they are called "Skills"). One of the skills is a 7 minute workout. This is completely free. I believe I could have started some music first, then started the workout and had both. Remember if you're going to be shopping, please visit www.logicalloss.com/support and use our Amazon link (it doesn't cost you anything extra, and we get a small commission)  ]]>43b235a47ea257cbaefd0745545161e0Mon, 28 Nov 2016 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonToday I share with you some things I have (or will in the future) pick up. Fitbit If you're starting out and you want to track your activity, I love fitbits. I've owned a few and currently wear a blaze. My favorite is the fitbit One, but if you just...www.alexacast.com/buyersguide so I have it tied into my Fitbit (and I can ask it for an update). If I'm doing good, Alexa give me praise. If I'm behind schedule she encourages me. In the Amazon world there are no apps (OK there are, but they are called "Skills"). One of the skills is a 7 minute workout. This is completely free. I believe I could have started some music first, then started the workout and had both. Remember if you're going to be shopping, please visit www.logicalloss.com/support and use our Amazon link (it doesn't cost you anything extra, and we get a small commission)  ]]>2219cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/being-alone-during-the-holidays-a-truthfull-look-at-traditions--9924806www.logicalloss.com/support The holidays. How many of you just went "ugh!" or "sigh...." We have so much pressure, so much baggage, so many emotions and that's why we often head straight to the fridge for a fix of sugar. After all you HAVE To eat one of Aunt Jill's peanut butter sugar cookies covered in frosting, whip cream and chocolate! No you don't. But we need to step back from the emotions (easier said than done) and take a long hard look at the holidays. Most of the articles I looked at about "Surviving the holidays" gave out great advice like "have another cookie (glamour)" or basically get drunk. We stress out about the holidays because what the holidays are supposed to be if your "normal" is jammed down our faces.  There are all sorts of normal things we are supposed to be doing. Jewelry commercials are the worst. Attractive happy people so in love. Ugh. "This is what everyone is doing," you think. I want to see the Jewlery couple a year later when they are arguing over what type of lights to put on the tree, and whose house they are going to first on their Christmas tour of inlaws. "The woman of your dreams is now treating you like a child as you carry the pumpkin pie, as she insists it goes into the trunk and NOT the backseat" the diamond from last year is almost paid off thanks to the 18% interest on the credit card you opened to purchase it. For example, ladies if you are not sitting in the living room sipping wine and giggling, you're not normal. Apparently, women can't do anything without wine. It is the equivalent of beer commercials with men. Men drink beer. Women drink wine (apparently when they are doing everything). Flip Your Thinking Have you ever decorated a tree alone? It is one of the most depressing things you can do. Why? Because on TV everyone decorates with their family. So when I decorate my tree alone last year, I felt horrible. I felt abnormal. I felt like an outsider looking in. The reality of tree decorating is there is usually a discussion on what ornaments go in the front (because your heartfelt ornament is considered ugly by others). Do we put icicles on the tree? Flashing lights, old style lights, LED, so many things to argue over. The flip side of this is you get to decorate YOUR tree with all the ornaments YOU want. Enjoy the power. You get to decorate HASSLE free. How many times do you do something and feel like "Let's just get it over with" when it comes to traditions? Hate gift exchanges with strangers at work? Don't participate. Why go through another pointless activity to get a gift card from someone? Gift cards, the gift that says "I don't know you, and didn't feel like asking the person who sits next to you what you might enjoy. Happy Shopping. I hope you like Kohls." You have to weigh the lesser of two evils. Are you going to be seen as the Grinch, or have to put on a fake smile for 90 minutes. Holiday Parties with Families Let's face it, we are glad we only see some of these people once a year. Apparently, bathing is optional for some people. Who knew? I can't wait for someone to asking me about my dating life. If I'm lucky, they will rub my shoulder and give me the pity look. "Hang in there, you'll find someone" they say. Have an answer ready for, "So are you dating anyone?" This could be, "Im so glad you asked Aunt Mildred, I'm sleeping with five different people" just to see the reaction. You could also state that you've been having too many adventures to squeeze someone in (then tell them what you've been up to). You may avoid the pity face. Get them talking about themselves (if they are parents, ask about their kids) when they are done, go for more punch before they ask about your dating life. Offer to help out with whatever is going on in the kitchen. Speaking of families, my cousin (who has never married) once told me he would rather want what he doesn't have, then to have something he didn't want. That one made me think. What Is Up With All the Kissing? Put scissors in your pocket and cut down all the mistletoe Realize that New Years Eve is alot like prom: highly overrated. I remember one year I didn't even stay up to watch the ball drop. When I woke up, the new year was here anyway. Ever notice that cold and flu season coincides with the holidays? It's all the kissing. Seriously Snoopy Just Made Me Cry Why do we get depressed? Because its the most wonderful time of the year. Andy Williams said so. The bottom line is when you expect something to happen, and it doesn't, you feel lousy. Start a new tradition. There is a lot of pressure to smile, look good, and be happy. Eliminate some of the pressure by saying No. The holidays are about being thankful and giving. Be thankful for who you are and give yourself a break. You don't need to be scrooge, but you don't have to say yes to everything. Then there are those people who remind you about the true meaning of Christmas, and the baby Jesus. When you are lonely, there are times the story of a baby getting perfume don't cheer you up. There may be times when you're just blue. If you feel like crying, do it. It's an orgasm for your soul in some cases. Quit fighting it and let it out. If you find yourself in a "real dark place" there is nothing wrong with going and getting some help. Another way to let your feelings out is to start a journal.  The idea here is to let it out. Sometimes writing our feelings allows us to step outside of ourselves, and look at them differently. I use penzu. Here are Some Tips to Make You Feel Better Downsize and donate. Go through the closet and all those things you only wear when everything else is dirty? Give it to a charity. It will make you feel better (and make room in your closet) Go the the gym. Instead of arguing over the holidays with someone , go to the gym and get a jump on those new years resolution. I've never felt bad about going to the gym. I've felt sore, but not filled with regret. Plus in a month it is going to be packed at the gym, you might as well go there now while it's empty. Forgive someone . Some of the stress in our lives is based on grudges and stuff that happened in the past. Take advantage of this time when people think of family and friends and reach out and maybe patch things up with someone. In the event you don't want to get back to a place where this person is in your life, see if there is a way to get some closure on a situation. Start the new year with less regrets. Focus on what you DO have instead of what you don't. So much of the holidays are spent remembering the past. Maybe its time to start a new tradition. So many people put down other people to feel good about themselves, go a different route.  Quit talking about working in a soup kitchen, and go do it. I guarantee you will walk out of their feeling thankful for everything you have. To Sum It Up Acknowledge your feelings. If you recently lost someone, it's OK to cry and miss them as you try to adjust to the new normal. Reach out to organizations if you need help. Realize the holidays don't have to be perfect. Trying to make them perfect will only bring pressure. Accept your family or who they are. Don't binge on food, shopping, or alcohol. Don't throw away any good habits you have. If you can plan ahead, it might help eliminate last minute scrambling. Try to plan some "down time" even if its 15 minutes to just sit and be quiet. Most people who care about you will understand if you just say,"I'd love to, but I've got too much going on already." In the end, the holidays are a mental game. With pressure from the media of what we are "supposed" to do, throw in relatives and we may be outnumbered. So with this I say, if you feel a little blue it's OK. Take solace in knowing you're not the only one, and thus is it normal to feel this way. Realize then that you are normal. The holidays are three days (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years) 72 hours.  You can make it. If you need to hear a voice, I found this place Samaritans Crisis Response Hotline When You Need Someone to Talk To (212) 673-3000 As always, if you need emergency help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or call 911. If you prefer to chat with someone via a chat window, check out iPrevail. This is a pretty cool service. If you need someone to talk to, and if you decide later you'd like to do some counseling, they have some pretty cool online classes. mentors, and more. The price is only $10 a month, the live chat is free.]]>25b56db3c56c15c90a13845ceefba60cSun, 20 Nov 2016 23:31:20 +0000David JacksonShopping at Amazon For the Holidays? PLEASE visit www.logicalloss.com/support The holidays. How many of you just went "ugh!" or "sigh...." We have so much pressure, so much baggage, so many emotions and that's why we often head straight to the fridge...www.logicalloss.com/support The holidays. How many of you just went "ugh!" or "sigh...." We have so much pressure, so much baggage, so many emotions and that's why we often head straight to the fridge for a fix of sugar. After all you HAVE To eat one of Aunt Jill's peanut butter sugar cookies covered in frosting, whip cream and chocolate! No you don't. But we need to step back from the emotions (easier said than done) and take a long hard look at the holidays. Most of the articles I looked at about "Surviving the holidays" gave out great advice like "have another cookie (glamour)" or basically get drunk. We stress out about the holidays because what the holidays are supposed to be if your "normal" is jammed down our faces.  There are all sorts of normal things we are supposed to be doing. Jewelry commercials are the worst. Attractive happy people so in love. Ugh. "This is what everyone is doing," you think. I want to see the Jewlery couple a year later when they are arguing over what type of lights to put on the tree, and whose house they are going to first on their Christmas tour of inlaws. "The woman of your dreams is now treating you like a child as you carry the pumpkin pie, as she insists it goes into the trunk and NOT the backseat" the diamond from last year is almost paid off thanks to the 18% interest on the credit card you opened to purchase it. For example, ladies if you are not sitting in the living room sipping wine and giggling, you're not normal. Apparently, women can't do anything without wine. It is the equivalent of beer commercials with men. Men drink beer. Women drink wine (apparently when they are doing everything). Flip Your Thinking Have you ever decorated a tree alone? It is one of the most depressing things you can do. Why? Because on TV everyone decorates with their family. So when I decorate my tree alone last year, I felt horrible. I felt abnormal. I felt like an outsider looking in. The reality of tree decorating is there is usually a discussion on what ornaments go in the front (because your heartfelt ornament is considered ugly by others). Do we put icicles on the tree? Flashing lights, old style lights, LED, so many things to argue over. The flip side of this is you get to decorate YOUR tree with all the ornaments YOU want. Enjoy the power. You get to decorate HASSLE free. How many times do you do something and feel like "Let's just get it over with" when it comes to traditions? Hate gift exchanges with strangers at work? Don't participate. Why go through another pointless activity to get a gift card from someone? Gift cards, the gift that says "I don't know you, and didn't feel like asking the person who sits next to you what you might enjoy. Happy Shopping. I hope you like Kohls." You have to weigh the lesser of two evils. Are you going to be seen as the Grinch, or have to put on a fake smile for 90 minutes. Holiday Parties with Families Let's face it, we are glad we only see some of these people once a year. Apparently, bathing is optional for some people. Who knew? I can't wait for someone to asking me about my dating life. If I'm lucky, they will rub my shoulder and give me the pity look. "Hang in there, you'll find someone" they say. Have an answer ready for, "So are you dating anyone?" This could be, "Im so glad you asked Aunt Mildred, I'm sleeping with five different people" just to see the reaction. You could also state that you've been having too many adventures to squeeze someone in (then tell them what you've been up to). You may avoid the pity face. Get them talking about themselves (if they are parents, ask about their kids) when they are done, go for more punch before they ask about your dating life. Offer to help out with whatever is going on in the kitchen. Speaking of families, my cousin (who has never married) once told me he would rather want what he doesn't...]]>2244cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-avoid-holiday-weight-gain--9830262www.logicalloss.com/support]]>21a54782715134a0992d0a3fda98b190Tue, 08 Nov 2016 21:27:05 +0000David JacksonIts that time of year again, we just went passed Halloween, and we are headed for Thanksgiving, and then Christmas cookies for everyone. Despite our worst fears, the average American really only puts on one pound during the holiday season — which...www.logicalloss.com/support]]>1505cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/surviving-halloween-on-a-diet--9669199www.logicalloss.com/309]]>6e0a35e61e24ef6e4b59070b3907de45Wed, 19 Oct 2016 01:45:38 +0000David JacksonSurviving Halloween Don't buy the candy until the last minute. You can't eat what you don't have. Keep Them Hidden - Out of site out of mind. Take the Kids Don't Feed the Kids - Try to avoid be the one handing out the candy, instead be the person...www.logicalloss.com/309]]>937cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/take-inventory-of-your-feelings--95660969eed4d6024aedb7cd72c1ac891e3c27aWed, 05 Oct 2016 03:10:02 +0000David JacksonToday I want us to look at our feelings in two different places. While We Are Eating After We Eat We see something and we think it would make us feel sooooo gooood if we could just eat that. And you know what? It's true. Some food today is...1766cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-thoughts-might-be-misleading--9420856www.logicalloss.com/support and clicking on the Amazon banner to go shopping, or just clicking on the donate button. It really helps alot. ]]>395ed5f9b81e7739c4ef2589e39158f8Wed, 14 Sep 2016 16:00:00 +0000David JacksonI was in Philadelphia, and everyone said, OH YOU HAVE TO GET A CHEESE STEAK. It is what they are known for, and a Philly cheese steak is like no other. For most of my time there I followed my diet, but on Sunday I had a car and that meant options. I...www.logicalloss.com/support and clicking on the Amazon banner to go shopping, or just clicking on the donate button. It really helps alot. ]]>1766cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-gamble-with-your-health--9356769www.logicalloss.com/audible Taking the Before Picture and Tracking Your Statistics I recently passed my one year of really trying to lose weight. I'm down 30 lbs. Well I went and look at my stats. I'm also down from 33% fat to 20.5%. These stats give you confidence to keep going when the going gets tough.  Thanks to those who have been supporting the Logical Weight Loss Podcast]]>7d9d111a3018c8bc1ede98325b179096Wed, 07 Sep 2016 21:07:11 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about an article I found on Nerd Fitness from Steve Kamb who is the author of the book Level Up Your Life: How to Unlock Adventure and Happiness by Becoming the Hero of Your Own Story He made some great point how in the same way that...www.logicalloss.com/audible Taking the Before Picture and Tracking Your Statistics I recently passed my one year of really trying to lose weight. I'm down 30 lbs. Well I went and look at my stats. I'm also down from 33% fat to 20.5%. These stats give you confidence to keep going when the going gets tough.  Thanks to those who have been supporting the Logical Weight Loss Podcast]]>1670cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gross-water-bottles-leaky-gut--9305603www.logicalloss.com/support and used the Amazon link as well as the donation link.   Mentioned in the show  Easy to clean water bottle at Amazon http://amzn.to/2crF312      ]]>13c0a5a3475cb8a6a03ae9a653d9d74dWed, 31 Aug 2016 20:32:59 +0000David JacksonToday I did one of the most gross job I've ever done. I cleaned a bottle that had noting in it but water. Water that had been run though a Brita filter. A bottle that had gone through the dishwasher, and yet I never had taken the pieces parts apart....www.logicalloss.com/support and used the Amazon link as well as the donation link.   Mentioned in the show  Easy to clean water bottle at Amazon http://amzn.to/2crF312      ]]>1561cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anger-as-a-motivator--922456002a7539f879e5bedccb5715dab9ad137Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:19:08 +0000David JacksonThis week I read some email, and I talk about how someone held up a mental mirror that had me realizing that I hadn't been "giving it my all." Now don't go crazy and go super negative, but instead use your anger to motivate you to try harder, push...1896cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/strategy-is-the-key-to-replacing-bad-habits--9100075c9e62bae0fca3376dbe644de7e08577eMon, 01 Aug 2016 03:51:20 +0000David JacksonToday I share an article I found on changing bad habits. This episode was inspired by me starting to eat more Reese Cups when I go to the grocery store. I had one a few months ago, and that lead to another, and another. As I have said before when we...1399cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cool-productivity-app-tony-robbins-i-m-not-your-guru--9050659https://youtu.be/HUHMZf3qwsQ For me, I wanted children my whole life. I adore kids. I melt when my little great niece says "I love you Unc." To make a long story short, I spent myself into bankruptcy trying to have one with my first wife. We couldn't have any kids. So while the whole world has their spouse, child, white picket fence, I've always felt like I'm on the outside looking in. Meanwhile, I have a great job, great friends, a cool apartment with air conditioning (as I sit here we are in the middle of a heat wave). Life could be so much worse. We need to focus on the attitude of gratitude. There are plenty of people who need love, even if they aren't your offspring. Get A Tony Robbins Audio Book For Free If you've never heard of Tony Robbins, and you're not a current Audible subscriber, check out Audible and get a free book (Tony has a ton. I liked "Awaken the Giant Within."). It's free, and if you cancel within the first thirty days you can keep the audio book. www.logicalloss.com/audible]]>991b60cf18fb9e3240be53bd7d50a03aSun, 24 Jul 2016 15:53:00 +0000David JacksonI've had an app called 30/30 on my iPhone but I really just started using it. What you do is you put in a task, and how much time you think it will take to complete it. So for my job I have me doing 50 minutes of work, and then taking a quick break....https://youtu.be/HUHMZf3qwsQ For me, I wanted children my whole life. I adore kids. I melt when my little great niece says "I love you Unc." To make a long story short, I spent myself into bankruptcy trying to have one with my first wife. We couldn't have any kids. So while the whole world has their spouse, child, white picket fence, I've always felt like I'm on the outside looking in. Meanwhile, I have a great job, great friends, a cool apartment with air conditioning (as I sit here we are in the middle of a heat wave). Life could be so much worse. We need to focus on the attitude of gratitude. There are plenty of people who need love, even if they aren't your offspring. Get A Tony Robbins Audio Book For Free If you've never heard of Tony Robbins, and you're not a current Audible subscriber, check out Audible and get a free book (Tony has a ton. I liked "Awaken the Giant Within."). It's free, and if you cancel within the first thirty days you can keep the audio book. www.logicalloss.com/audible]]>1960cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-the-before-picture-fitbit-blaze-review--89651288db18861f08184f330641af7da0f8544Mon, 11 Jul 2016 16:00:00 +0000David JacksonI was talking with some friends this weekend when I went to a podcasting event in Chicago. Many of them had not seen me in a year and they noticed I was down 30 lbs. So in looking at pictures on my phone I found some pictures of me from last year....1460cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-a-cheat-day-get-you-meal-planning-101--8769845www.logicalloss.com/299 for more details]]>342d2d2df0e932ce946f53271dbd0043Tue, 14 Jun 2016 18:56:51 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about a "Cheat day" and I had a health breakfast and by the end of the day I had ice cream, and a burger and fries. The cost? A month's worth of work down the drain. I also talk about meal planning. See www.logicalloss.com/299 for more...www.logicalloss.com/299 for more details]]>1282cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sugar-is-the-new-tobacco-that-is-poisoning-us-every-day--8578512www.logicalloss.com/298]]>4f4cfa78882a3ed68f1d3f7aa91e9f2aSun, 22 May 2016 16:19:22 +0000David JacksonI just watched the move Sugar Coated on Netflix. You need to watch this voice because we are getting more an more sugar pumped into our food, and more and more of us are becoming diabetics. Studies are showing this is not a coincidence. Take time to...www.logicalloss.com/298]]>1915cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conscious-living--8466614http://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/02/health/biggest-loser-weight-loss.html]]>11945244056081057086b76fa33c07e4Tue, 10 May 2016 02:50:04 +0000David JacksonSee logicalloss.com/297   http://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/02/health/biggest-loser-weight-loss.htmlhttp://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/02/health/biggest-loser-weight-loss.html]]>1495cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-a-buffalo-or-a-cow--8395493Wisdom podcast. He pointed out that
Cows run away from storms.
Buffalo run toward a storm.
Who is in the storm the least amount of time?
The Buffalo.
It's not as fun, but it's not as fun for a shorter period of
time.
We want this to be done quickly, so instead of doing things
"half way" maybe we should realize we are running with the storm
not into it.  
We need to quit looking at Diet Coke is "doing
something". 
When we get of a treadmill and we are barely breaking a sweat,
we are not really attacking thins head on (always contact your
doctor before doing any exercise). 
Tony Gentilcore tells us to GROW UP, and TAKE RESPONSIBILITY for our
actions, and for the shape we are in. 
Mentioned in this Episode
Smarter, Faster, Better
Audible.com (free book for new subscribers)
Support the Show]]>a3314e8c4554ff121ecae755a0e7fe93Mon, 02 May 2016 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonToday I borrow a topic from Randy Cantrel of Leaning Toward Wisdom podcast. He pointed out that Cows run away from storms. Buffalo run toward a storm. Who is in the storm the least amount of time? The Buffalo. It's not as fun, but it's not as fun for...Wisdom podcast. He pointed out that
Cows run away from storms.
Buffalo run toward a storm.
Who is in the storm the least amount of time?
The Buffalo.
It's not as fun, but it's not as fun for a shorter period of
time.
We want this to be done quickly, so instead of doing things
"half way" maybe we should realize we are running with the storm
not into it.  
We need to quit looking at Diet Coke is "doing
something". 
When we get of a treadmill and we are barely breaking a sweat,
we are not really attacking thins head on (always contact your
doctor before doing any exercise). 
Tony Gentilcore tells us to GROW UP, and TAKE RESPONSIBILITY for our
actions, and for the shape we are in. 
Mentioned in this Episode
Smarter, Faster, Better
Audible.com (free book for new subscribers)
Support the Show]]>1845cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mindfull-eating-fitness-gadget-to-keep-us-on-track--8281964There was an article on Mindful Eating at Spark People it has some interesting points.

Use all five senses. 
Only eat when you're hungry. 
Serve media-free meals. 
Involve kids in the prep work. 
Make meals a positive experience. 
Talk during meals. 

Meal Prep Heaven 7 Day Container
This Meal Prep Heaven 7 Day Container set is enough for a full week and it has three compartments. One larger one for your protein, and two for veggies and fruit. The best part is you get the whole set for $15 and they are microwave and dishwasher safe.
Umoro One Multi function Water Bottle & Drink Shaker w/ Top-End Storage - Portable "Protein Blender" for The Fitness Minded
I'm not entirely sold on the Umoro One. The idea is it's a shaker bottle that stores the power/smoothie items in the top of the bottle. When you choose you press a button and the power/mix hits your water and it turns into a shaker bottle. The idea being you can use it as a water bottle an then when you're ready to add some protein, etc you press a button. I thought that was cool until I saw where it's a one time use of adding the power. The price is $25, and for me it doesn't fir a need. Check it out.
Hapi Fork Eating Coach
HAPI fork Bluetooth-Enabled Smart Fork. The smart fork that coaches you into healthier eating habits. The HAPIfork is the world's first smart fork. It's an electronic fork that lights up and vibrates when you are eating too fast. As it takes 15-20 minutes to feel satisfied, by simply slowing down your pace while eating, you will consume fewer calories. Pair with your smartphone or tablet over Bluetooth to see your eating stats in real time. Download the HAPIfork app for iOS or Android and connect it to your device via Bluetooth to check: How long it took to eat your meal The number of "fork servings" (each time food is brought to the mouth) per minute A timer to help you pace your fork servings Actual intervals between fork servings Your success rate and overspeed ratio Upload your eating data for analysis and coaching. This data is then uploaded via USB to your Online Dashboard on HAPI.com to track your progress. Here, you can also follow an online coaching program to help improve your eating behavior. With the Online Dashboard at HAPI.com and the mobile app, you can: View and manage all the data from your devices Set your workout objectives, track your progress and score points in the HAPILABS challenge Share your HAPI moments online with your friends. More friends... More fun! GC Product Specs Power: Rechargeable Lithium. Check it out.]]>4202bf2dca3c86f4cb180faa7ccdc3faSun, 17 Apr 2016 15:53:44 +0000David JacksonMindful Eating There was an article on Mindful Eating at Spark People it has some interesting points. Use all five senses.  Only eat when you're hungry.  Serve media-free meals.  Involve kids in the prep work.  Make meals a positive experience.  Talk...There was an article on Mindful Eating at Spark People it has some interesting points.

Use all five senses. 
Only eat when you're hungry. 
Serve media-free meals. 
Involve kids in the prep work. 
Make meals a positive experience. 
Talk during meals. 

Meal Prep Heaven 7 Day Container
This Meal Prep Heaven 7 Day Container set is enough for a full week and it has three compartments. One larger one for your protein, and two for veggies and fruit. The best part is you get the whole set for $15 and they are microwave and dishwasher safe.
Umoro One Multi function Water Bottle & Drink Shaker w/ Top-End Storage - Portable "Protein Blender" for The Fitness Minded
I'm not entirely sold on the Umoro One. The idea is it's a shaker bottle that stores the power/smoothie items in the top of the bottle. When you choose you press a button and the power/mix hits your water and it turns into a shaker bottle. The idea being you can use it as a water bottle an then when you're ready to add some protein, etc you press a button. I thought that was cool until I saw where it's a one time use of adding the power. The price is $25, and for me it doesn't fir a need. Check it out.
Hapi Fork Eating Coach
HAPI fork Bluetooth-Enabled Smart Fork. The smart fork that coaches you into healthier eating habits. The HAPIfork is the world's first smart fork. It's an electronic fork that lights up and vibrates when you are eating too fast. As it takes 15-20 minutes to feel satisfied, by simply slowing down your pace while eating, you will consume fewer calories. Pair with your smartphone or tablet over Bluetooth to see your eating stats in real time. Download the HAPIfork app for iOS or Android and connect it to your device via Bluetooth to check: How long it took to eat your meal The number of "fork servings" (each time food is brought to the mouth) per minute A timer to help you pace your fork servings Actual intervals between fork servings Your success rate and overspeed ratio Upload your eating data for analysis and coaching. This data is then uploaded via USB to your Online Dashboard on HAPI.com to track your progress. Here, you can also follow an online coaching program to help improve your eating behavior. With the Online Dashboard at HAPI.com and the mobile app, you can: View and manage all the data from your devices Set your workout objectives, track your progress and score points in the HAPILABS challenge Share your HAPI moments online with your friends. More friends... More fun! GC Product Specs Power: Rechargeable Lithium. Check it out.]]>1512cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/break-things-you-hate-into-chunks-bmi-is-it-accurate--818167375d2d7c897dec718c75c50b25ea64991Tue, 05 Apr 2016 03:51:27 +0000David Jackson1154cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-outside-while-you-can-be-a-kid-17-tips-on-losing-weight--8115452 
Today I also talk about a great article by a women who lost 85 lbs.
 
Mentioned in this Article:
Plant Nanny - Water Reminder with Cute Plants - Fourdesire  (voted best app of 2013)
Plant Nanny combines health with fun to remind you to drink water regularly. The cute plant keeps you company every day by living in your phone.
Fitbit fitness tracker. Fitbit makes activity tracking easy and automatic.]]>41a6952705791724bbd44c6fe0999fc1Mon, 28 Mar 2016 00:27:04 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about looking at someone who is doing what you want, and do what they do. Fpr example when I was a kid I didn't have the weight issues I do now. Why? because I rode my bike in the morning, afternoon, and evening. So now that the weather... 
Today I also talk about a great article by a women who lost 85 lbs.
 
Mentioned in this Article:
Plant Nanny - Water Reminder with Cute Plants - Fourdesire  (voted best app of 2013)
Plant Nanny combines health with fun to remind you to drink water regularly. The cute plant keeps you company every day by living in your phone.
Fitbit fitness tracker. Fitbit makes activity tracking easy and automatic.]]>1705cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-t-r-o-n-g-tv-coming-gymwatch-my-working-mantra--80591424764720187a39df93b6d6cbcaefa833cSun, 20 Mar 2016 22:48:46 +0000David Jackson1588cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clean-the-kitchen-to-inspire-weight-loss--7950342As researchers found, the group that faced the possibility of losing cold, hard cash worked out about 50 percent more than the group that had no incentive. 
See study
 
The other thing I wanted to share is how much better I felt coming home to a clean house. Since so much of weight loss is mental, why not get off the couch and do some cleaning. You will burn more calories than sitting on the couch, and you make yourself feel better.]]>99cc51ef83921841cc2207f299de7395Tue, 08 Mar 2016 05:23:43 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about a study that tied money to weight loss. As researchers found, the group that faced the possibility of losing cold, hard cash worked out about 50 percent more than the group that had no incentive.  See study   The other thing I...As researchers found, the group that faced the possibility of losing cold, hard cash worked out about 50 percent more than the group that had no incentive. 
See study
 
The other thing I wanted to share is how much better I felt coming home to a clean house. Since so much of weight loss is mental, why not get off the couch and do some cleaning. You will burn more calories than sitting on the couch, and you make yourself feel better.]]>996cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emotional-effects-of-being-overweight--7901360You think it would be fun to eat whatever you want, but you see this is not all its cracked up to be. 
So if you find yourself depressed, irritable, slugish, it's time to get on the treadmill. It's time to lose start eating better, and exercising more. 
Check out the show at http://www.aetv.com/shows/fit-to-fat-to-fit
McDonald's Shamrock Shake has 93 Grams of Sugar 
 The Shamrock shae kis back at McDonald's. This lovely shake packs 93 grams of sugar. This would be 18.6 teaspoons of sugar (according to http://www.convertunits.com/). According to the American Heart Sociaety our maximum sugar intake is 9 teaspoons per day for men and 6 for women. So a Shamrock shake has almost TWICE the amount of sugar (for men) and THREE TIMES as much for Women. Then (don't forget) you are probably going to eat something else the rest of the day.]]>0e72512981349720dabd0364d5c2bdaaTue, 01 Mar 2016 13:40:25 +0000David JacksonNormally I say turn off the Television, but I found a tv show that is interesting. It's called Fit to Fat to Fit. It shows trainers gaining TONS of weight so that they can then lose it with their clients. The part that I found interesting is the...You think it would be fun to eat whatever you want, but you see this is not all its cracked up to be. 
So if you find yourself depressed, irritable, slugish, it's time to get on the treadmill. It's time to lose start eating better, and exercising more. 
Check out the show at http://www.aetv.com/shows/fit-to-fat-to-fit
McDonald's Shamrock Shake has 93 Grams of Sugar 
 The Shamrock shae kis back at McDonald's. This lovely shake packs 93 grams of sugar. This would be 18.6 teaspoons of sugar (according to http://www.convertunits.com/). According to the American Heart Sociaety our maximum sugar intake is 9 teaspoons per day for men and 6 for women. So a Shamrock shake has almost TWICE the amount of sugar (for men) and THREE TIMES as much for Women. Then (don't forget) you are probably going to eat something else the rest of the day.]]>995cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/excuses-excuses-excuses--7787182You can have success or you can have excuses, but you can only choose one.
Then I thought about that. There are times when we accept circumstances and stop trying to find a way around them. There are times when we don't quit, we take negative consequences as feedback (instead of failure) and we keep moving toward our goal.
Jim Rohn once said, "If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.”
If your hands are full of excuses, you don't have any room for success. So let's look at some of the top excuses.
I Don't Have The Money
I eat from the "value menu" and I can't afford organic. I get this, but you can purchase a family package of chicken (for me about $5) and bake this (not fried). I use the Pressure Cooker XL and (just like the informerical) 20 minutes I have great tasting, healthier chicken. I still take off the skin. You can purchase frozen vegetables (or canned) and have a protein (chicken) and a carb (vegetables) ready to go for a healthy meal. That meal (for me) is $3.75.
I Don't Have Time To Cook
This is where we need to start the stopwatch on your phone the next time you go to get some "fast food." You drive there, wait in line, in some cases get asked to pull over, wait, only to get the wrong order. You go to a restaurant. You wait to be seated, wait for the waitress, wait for yours drinks, wait for the waiter to come back, wait for your food, wait for your check. Sure, I get it. You don't have to do dishes. How long does it take to put your dishes in the dishwasher?  Then get the family involved in cooking and start your stopwatch. I think you'll find you save time (and money, and calories) eating at home.
I've Never Done This Before
There are tons of things you've succeeded at that you'd never done before you tried. You'd never walked before you did, never driven a car before you first got behind the wheel, never had a job before your first one.
I Don't Know How
One word: Google. No Internet? One Word: Library. Don't have a library. It is as simple as eat less (and eat better), and exercise more.
The Conditions Aren't Right
Zig Ziglar once said, "If you wait for all the lights to turn green at the same time, you will never make it to work.
I Don't have Time To Work out
For me, weight loss begins with the food. In regards to working out, I have done workouts that lasted 7 minutes and I've felt results. Who doesn't have 7 minutes?
I Don't Have a Gym
You don't Need a Gym. You can use your own body weight to get yourself in shape using just your body. You can even deal yourself a workout just using your body with FitDeck Bodyweight
I Don't Have a Babysitter
Do you have a TV? Then you do. Again, you can make this happen. You might even have the kids exercise with you and be the role model of health. 
Exercise is Boring
Get some music, and pump up the jams. the workout will be over before you know it. Listen to some podcasts. Not sure how? Check out www.learntosubscribe.com to find out how you can use free software to listen to podcast on your phone. 
I Need a Coach or a Partner
Over 60% of Americans are over-weight. See if any of your friends need to lose weight. 
I Don't Want to Get Pumped Up With Weights
First of all, getting pumped up takes time. It's not like you're going to go to the gym once and wake up and go "Oh my! What have I done?" Secondly, there are ways to lift weight for muscle more than size. 
Please Supprt the Show by visiting www.logicalloss.com/support as Dave is currently unemployed]]>576c8842d8d65cd27907802745d0bdffSun, 14 Feb 2016 18:08:25 +0000David JacksonI heard a phrase this week that really stuck with me. Here it is: You can have success or you can have excuses, but you can only choose one. Then I thought about that. There are times when we accept circumstances and stop trying to find a way around...You can have success or you can have excuses, but you can only choose one.
Then I thought about that. There are times when we accept circumstances and stop trying to find a way around them. There are times when we don't quit, we take negative consequences as feedback (instead of failure) and we keep moving toward our goal.
Jim Rohn once said, "If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.”
If your hands are full of excuses, you don't have any room for success. So let's look at some of the top excuses.
I Don't Have The Money
I eat from the "value menu" and I can't afford organic. I get this, but you can purchase a family package of chicken (for me about $5) and bake this (not fried). I use the Pressure Cooker XL and (just like the informerical) 20 minutes I have great tasting, healthier chicken. I still take off the skin. You can purchase frozen vegetables (or canned) and have a protein (chicken) and a carb (vegetables) ready to go for a healthy meal. That meal (for me) is $3.75.
I Don't Have Time To Cook
This is where we need to start the stopwatch on your phone the next time you go to get some "fast food." You drive there, wait in line, in some cases get asked to pull over, wait, only to get the wrong order. You go to a restaurant. You wait to be seated, wait for the waitress, wait for yours drinks, wait for the waiter to come back, wait for your food, wait for your check. Sure, I get it. You don't have to do dishes. How long does it take to put your dishes in the dishwasher?  Then get the family involved in cooking and start your stopwatch. I think you'll find you save time (and money, and calories) eating at home.
I've Never Done This Before
There are tons of things you've succeeded at that you'd never done before you tried. You'd never walked before you did, never driven a car before you first got behind the wheel, never had a job before your first one.
I Don't Know How
One word: Google. No Internet? One Word: Library. Don't have a library. It is as simple as eat less (and eat better), and exercise more.
The Conditions Aren't Right
Zig Ziglar once said, "If you wait for all the lights to turn green at the same time, you will never make it to work.
I Don't have Time To Work out
For me, weight loss begins with the food. In regards to working out, I have done workouts that lasted 7 minutes and I've felt results. Who doesn't have 7 minutes?
I Don't Have a Gym
You don't Need a Gym. You can use your own body weight to get yourself in shape using just your body. You can even deal yourself a workout just using your body with FitDeck Bodyweight
I Don't Have a Babysitter
Do you have a TV? Then you do. Again, you can make this happen. You might even have the kids exercise with you and be the role model of health. 
Exercise is Boring
Get some music, and pump up the jams. the workout will be over before you know it. Listen to some podcasts. Not sure how? Check out www.learntosubscribe.com to find out how you can use free software to listen to podcast on your phone. 
I Need a Coach or a Partner
Over 60% of Americans are over-weight. See if any of your friends need to lose weight. 
I Don't Want to Get Pumped Up With Weights
First of all, getting pumped up takes time. It's not like you're going to go to the gym once and wake up and go "Oh my! What have I done?" Secondly, there are ways to lift weight for muscle more than size. 
Please Supprt the Show by visiting www.logicalloss.com/support as Dave is currently unemployed]]>2431cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rip60-suspension-trainer-review--7692582The DVD are well put together but the guy on the video really lost me when he kept reminding me that my body was a river of energy on disk one. It's a little too Berkeley for me. I just wanted someone to show my what exercises to do. The warm was 30 minutes of a 60 minute workout. I didn't have the  patience for this (or the fitness) and I tapped out after 20 minutes. For the next two days my legs were killing me, so if you're new to fitness, go in lightly. The workout it delivers.
The other dumb thing about the unit, is although it is built like a tank, the harness is designed to have you putting your weight so that you are leaning in the direction that the door closes. Now I don't know about you, but every placed I've ever lived, my bedroom door opens in. This means I have to exercise in the hallway with my weight pulling the door closed. While this works, I had to mount it to my bathroom door, and watch the dvd in my bedroom. Not convenient. It does seem that the best place for this is not on a door (even though they give you a nice cover to go over the door) but more in the basement where you can tie it to the rafters
My solution was to purchase a $5 app called Virtual Trainer Suspension - Virtual Trainer I like the app. You have all sorts of exercises group by fitness level and you can easily see what muscles are worked. I group a bunch of exercises together (some for legs, some for arms and chest) and got to work. The Virtual Trainer app would count of when to start doing an exercise and when to stop and rest. It doesn't count reps, you specify in second how long you want to do an exercise. This worked, and I was using my phone. The next time I'm going to use my iPad.
While I'm happy I bought it, and it definitely delivers a great workout. As I'm not using the DVDs, I could've done with something like the Gravity Straps from GetFit (sold on fitmoo) For $40 and bought the app and saved $30.  If I didn't want the app for exercises I could have got the fitdeck cards FitDeck - TRX Suspension Trainer for $15. Other options are the G strap Pro (in blue or red for $49)
All in all I'm glad I got it. Not a ton of buyers remorse, and I see myself using it even though I don't have a basement or a DVD player in the hallway. It is built strong, it versatile, and it setup in minutes (as apposed to my old Total Gym where half my workout was dragging it out from under the bed, setting it up, etc).]]>9c7b58c15b17d0529dae1541730b2a4dTue, 02 Feb 2016 01:53:14 +0000David JacksonSo I've always had my eye on a TRX system. But at a price point of $189, it was a bit too rich for my blood. So when I heard Jillian Michaels has endorse the RIP60 tool, and then I saw where it clocked in at $75 I was inticed. A couple of quick...The DVD are well put together but the guy on the video really lost me when he kept reminding me that my body was a river of energy on disk one. It's a little too Berkeley for me. I just wanted someone to show my what exercises to do. The warm was 30 minutes of a 60 minute workout. I didn't have the  patience for this (or the fitness) and I tapped out after 20 minutes. For the next two days my legs were killing me, so if you're new to fitness, go in lightly. The workout it delivers.
The other dumb thing about the unit, is although it is built like a tank, the harness is designed to have you putting your weight so that you are leaning in the direction that the door closes. Now I don't know about you, but every placed I've ever lived, my bedroom door opens in. This means I have to exercise in the hallway with my weight pulling the door closed. While this works, I had to mount it to my bathroom door, and watch the dvd in my bedroom. Not convenient. It does seem that the best place for this is not on a door (even though they give you a nice cover to go over the door) but more in the basement where you can tie it to the rafters
My solution was to purchase a $5 app called Virtual Trainer Suspension - Virtual Trainer I like the app. You have all sorts of exercises group by fitness level and you can easily see what muscles are worked. I group a bunch of exercises together (some for legs, some for arms and chest) and got to work. The Virtual Trainer app would count of when to start doing an exercise and when to stop and rest. It doesn't count reps, you specify in second how long you want to do an exercise. This worked, and I was using my phone. The next time I'm going to use my iPad.
While I'm happy I bought it, and it definitely delivers a great workout. As I'm not using the DVDs, I could've done with something like the Gravity Straps from GetFit (sold on fitmoo) For $40 and bought the app and saved $30.  If I didn't want the app for exercises I could have got the fitdeck cards FitDeck - TRX Suspension Trainer for $15. Other options are the G strap Pro (in blue or red for $49)
All in all I'm glad I got it. Not a ton of buyers remorse, and I see myself using it even though I don't have a basement or a DVD player in the hallway. It is built strong, it versatile, and it setup in minutes (as apposed to my old Total Gym where half my workout was dragging it out from under the bed, setting it up, etc).]]>1417cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unleash-the-hero-in-you-accepting-the-challenge-of-weight-loss--76333169c03c0519099ac432afec47c3676d5c4Mon, 25 Jan 2016 02:43:57 +0000David JacksonA pep talk to get your attitude straight.1470cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/create-a-cult-of-weight-loss-and-feel-great-for-getting-off-the-couch--7582308562a4703b87aa08bac8129d951c46345Sun, 17 Jan 2016 23:12:02 +0000David Jackson1264cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-food-guidelines-my-diet-s-better-than-yours--7532917Happy 2016 Dave!I love, love, love your podcast. I’ve been listening since June 2012. I’m so incredibly proud of you eating for health. Dumping sugar. Dumping empty calories from fast “Fraken” foods. Working more activity into your daily routine. Taking care of yourself.
I lost my weight (50 lbs) early on and I keep listening to podcasts like yours to stay motivated in my Sugar and Starch dodging lifestyle. You are always upbeat. I love your voice, your corny jokes, and fun sense of humor.
I’m writing to challenge you to keep pod casting, at least monthly, for a year AFTER you hit your goal weight. Staying on target after you are rocking your (insert size here) jeans turns out to be tougher than I anticipated and I’m really looking forward to your insights.You are always so full of tips, tricks and heartfelt sharing of your trials. You turned me on to FitBit (pedometer on steroids) and I look forward to your tech reviews. Keep it up for 2016!
So happy/ proud/ encouraged for you finally eating like a person who gives a damn about themselves and their world.Thank You for sharing with all of us.Best ,Laura in Oregon
What Dave is Listening to: Always Hungry
David S. Ludwig has a new book where he looks at how we treat obesity currently and if there is science to back up the way we treat this condition. His groundbreaking studies show that overeating doesn't make you fat; the process of getting fat makes you overeat. That's because fat cells play a key role in determining how much weight you gain or lose. Low-fat diets work against you, by triggering fat cells to hoard more calories for themselves, leaving too few for the rest of the body. This "hungry fat" sets off a dangerous chain reaction that leaves you feeling ravenous as your metabolism slows down. Cutting calories only makes the situation worse-creating a battle between mind and metabolism that we're destined to lose. You gain more weight, even as you struggle to eat less food. ALWAYS HUNGRY? turns dieting on its head with a three-phase program that ignores calories and targets fat cells directly
New Fitness TV Shows: My Diet's Better Than Yours
I actually like the new show. It focuses on a bunch of what appears to be fad diets, but in the end they all seem to focus on quality foods, and exercise. The diets that didn't, didn't seem to have as much impact. I don't think the Paleo or on the other side Vegan are the way to go. Everything in moderation, and focus on protein, fruits and vegetables. I like My Diet's Better Than Yours (Thursdays nights on ABC) because it focuses more on food than something like the Biggest Loser (which is also back). You also need to get your head in the game, and there is one diet that is called the No Diet Diet. That program focuses on getting your brain right. 
What Dave is Listening to: Always Hungry
David S. Ludwig has a new book where he looks at how we treat obesity currently and if there is science to back up the way we treat this condition. His groundbreaking studies show that overeating doesn't make you fat; the process of getting fat makes you overeat. That's because fat cells play a key role in determining how much weight you gain or lose. Low-fat diets work against you, by triggering fat cells to hoard more calories for themselves, leaving too few for the rest of the body. This "hungry fat" sets off a dangerous chain reaction that leaves you feeling ravenous as your metabolism slows down. Cutting calories only makes the situation worse-creating a battle between mind and metabolism that we're destined to lose. You gain more weight, even as you struggle to eat less food. ALWAYS HUNGRY? turns dieting on its head with a three-phase program that ignores calories and targets fat cells directly
Available at Amazon.com]]>1c80a647b85b6807affb4b258bcc746aSun, 10 Jan 2016 21:01:31 +0000David JacksonListener Comments: Happy 2016 Dave!I love, love, love your podcast. I’ve been listening since June 2012. I’m so incredibly proud of you eating for health. Dumping sugar. Dumping empty calories from fast “Fraken” foods. Working more activity into your...Happy 2016 Dave!I love, love, love your podcast. I’ve been listening since June 2012. I’m so incredibly proud of you eating for health. Dumping sugar. Dumping empty calories from fast “Fraken” foods. Working more activity into your daily routine. Taking care of yourself.
I lost my weight (50 lbs) early on and I keep listening to podcasts like yours to stay motivated in my Sugar and Starch dodging lifestyle. You are always upbeat. I love your voice, your corny jokes, and fun sense of humor.
I’m writing to challenge you to keep pod casting, at least monthly, for a year AFTER you hit your goal weight. Staying on target after you are rocking your (insert size here) jeans turns out to be tougher than I anticipated and I’m really looking forward to your insights.You are always so full of tips, tricks and heartfelt sharing of your trials. You turned me on to FitBit (pedometer on steroids) and I look forward to your tech reviews. Keep it up for 2016!
So happy/ proud/ encouraged for you finally eating like a person who gives a damn about themselves and their world.Thank You for sharing with all of us.Best ,Laura in Oregon
What Dave is Listening to: Always Hungry
David S. Ludwig has a new book where he looks at how we treat obesity currently and if there is science to back up the way we treat this condition. His groundbreaking studies show that overeating doesn't make you fat; the process of getting fat makes you overeat. That's because fat cells play a key role in determining how much weight you gain or lose. Low-fat diets work against you, by triggering fat cells to hoard more calories for themselves, leaving too few for the rest of the body. This "hungry fat" sets off a dangerous chain reaction that leaves you feeling ravenous as your metabolism slows down. Cutting calories only makes the situation worse-creating a battle between mind and metabolism that we're destined to lose. You gain more weight, even as you struggle to eat less food. ALWAYS HUNGRY? turns dieting on its head with a three-phase program that ignores calories and targets fat cells directly
New Fitness TV Shows: My Diet's Better Than Yours
I actually like the new show. It focuses on a bunch of what appears to be fad diets, but in the end they all seem to focus on quality foods, and exercise. The diets that didn't, didn't seem to have as much impact. I don't think the Paleo or on the other side Vegan are the way to go. Everything in moderation, and focus on protein, fruits and vegetables. I like My Diet's Better Than Yours (Thursdays nights on ABC) because it focuses more on food than something like the Biggest Loser (which is also back). You also need to get your head in the game, and there is one diet that is called the No Diet Diet. That program focuses on getting your brain right. 
What Dave is Listening to: Always Hungry
David S. Ludwig has a new book where he looks at how we treat obesity currently and if there is science to back up the way we treat this condition. His groundbreaking studies show that overeating doesn't make you fat; the process of getting fat makes you overeat. That's because fat cells play a key role in determining how much weight you gain or lose. Low-fat diets work against you, by triggering fat cells to hoard more calories for themselves, leaving too few for the rest of the body. This "hungry fat" sets off a dangerous chain reaction that leaves you feeling ravenous as your metabolism slows down. Cutting calories only makes the situation worse-creating a battle between mind and metabolism that we're destined to lose. You gain more weight, even as you struggle to eat less food. ALWAYS HUNGRY? turns dieting on its head with a three-phase program that ignores calories and targets fat cells directly
Available at Amazon.com]]>1745httpwwwlogicallosscom284cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-truth-about-bottled-water-oprah-asks-are-you-ready--7489282www.logicalloss.com/283 for more]]>2678272dd0b8acd1f1d62a1d92fc0a01Mon, 04 Jan 2016 02:36:04 +0000David JacksonSee www.logicalloss.com/283 for morewww.logicalloss.com/283 for more]]>1478cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gadgets-kills-crazvings-resolution-solutions--7448890Today we talk about a great tool called the Kitchen Safe that enables you to lock away those items that you crave (cookies, twinkies, Reese Cups) and you can set a time from 1 minute to 10 DAYS. The Kitchen Safe XL is 5.5" Width x 5.5" Length x 10.4" Height. So you can hold chips, cookies, or (and this could make it very useful) TOYS, REMOTE CONTROLS, PHONES. 
So when your child misbehaves, you can now lock their device in the kitchen safe. You turn the dial to the time you need, and then, THERE IS NO OVER-RIDE. So when the child cries to you and says, "I need my remote control for my game" you have no control. You can't over-ride it. "I guess you should have listened to your parents. It's a little thing I call CONSEQUENCES.
The one "negative" side effect is the Kitchen Safe is $59 at Amazon.
which seems a little steep, but on the other hand. If it was inexpensive, you might be tempted to smash it. It's a little less expensive on their website at www.thekitchensafe.com
Tips on Keeping Resolutions

Consistency
Pace Yourself
Keep it Simple
Recognize Your Shortcomings
Make it Fun

Get Ready To Baby Step It in 2016
As the year comes this way, don't go out of the gate at 200 mph, hurt yourself, and then quit. Start focusing on ONE thing you can do this week that would be a step in the right direction. Practice doing it. Then the following week do one more thing. For me, I need to go to bed. When I stay up later I eat more. Even if I'm eating healthy, more calories are more calories. Sleep would be better.
A Mentality To Beat Cravings 
My cousin turned me on to a saying, "It's better to want what you don't have (chips, cookies, etc) then to have what you don't want (20 extra lbs). So yes, cravings suck. But being over-weight sucks more. It's better to want what you don't have then to have what you don't want. 
Thanks so much for a great year. Thanks for all the support!]]>54cbde54e031572784bcf7213c2e6592Mon, 28 Dec 2015 00:47:23 +0000David JacksonThe Kitchen Safe Keeps Cookies, Chips, and Toys Out of Readh Today we talk about a great tool called the Kitchen Safe that enables you to lock away those items that you crave (cookies, twinkies, Reese Cups) and you can set a time from 1 minute to 10...Today we talk about a great tool called the Kitchen Safe that enables you to lock away those items that you crave (cookies, twinkies, Reese Cups) and you can set a time from 1 minute to 10 DAYS. The Kitchen Safe XL is 5.5" Width x 5.5" Length x 10.4" Height. So you can hold chips, cookies, or (and this could make it very useful) TOYS, REMOTE CONTROLS, PHONES. 
So when your child misbehaves, you can now lock their device in the kitchen safe. You turn the dial to the time you need, and then, THERE IS NO OVER-RIDE. So when the child cries to you and says, "I need my remote control for my game" you have no control. You can't over-ride it. "I guess you should have listened to your parents. It's a little thing I call CONSEQUENCES.
The one "negative" side effect is the Kitchen Safe is $59 at Amazon.
which seems a little steep, but on the other hand. If it was inexpensive, you might be tempted to smash it. It's a little less expensive on their website at www.thekitchensafe.com
Tips on Keeping Resolutions

Consistency
Pace Yourself
Keep it Simple
Recognize Your Shortcomings
Make it Fun

Get Ready To Baby Step It in 2016
As the year comes this way, don't go out of the gate at 200 mph, hurt yourself, and then quit. Start focusing on ONE thing you can do this week that would be a step in the right direction. Practice doing it. Then the following week do one more thing. For me, I need to go to bed. When I stay up later I eat more. Even if I'm eating healthy, more calories are more calories. Sleep would be better.
A Mentality To Beat Cravings 
My cousin turned me on to a saying, "It's better to want what you don't have (chips, cookies, etc) then to have what you don't want (20 extra lbs). So yes, cravings suck. But being over-weight sucks more. It's better to want what you don't have then to have what you don't want. 
Thanks so much for a great year. Thanks for all the support!]]>1623cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/education-and-action-lead-to-weight-loss-success-stories--7407421Today we also talk about Amy White who got involved by looking at labels, educating herself on what she was putting in her mouth. She realized that while the dollar menu was cheaper now, it was going to be much more expensive in the long run. In the end she lost 60 pounds. Read her full story here
I've been using My Fitness Pal to track my calories.]]>1db507acc19760f7272b9ee9c5a96189Mon, 21 Dec 2015 01:33:40 +0000David JacksonIn a recent story The Sun, she stated, ""I used to drink ten cups [of tea] a day with two sugars in each so I was on 20 sugars a day," she said. "Now I don't drink it and I have more energy than ever." She is also doing a bit more exercise, quit...Today we also talk about Amy White who got involved by looking at labels, educating herself on what she was putting in her mouth. She realized that while the dollar menu was cheaper now, it was going to be much more expensive in the long run. In the end she lost 60 pounds. Read her full story here
I've been using My Fitness Pal to track my calories.]]>1319cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-a-naked-selfie-in-your-future--7363242 
Please note that I'm not saying she is ugly. I'm saying that we may not be as healthy as we think we are and by taking a naked selfy (or a smarter move may be a good hard look in a full length mirror) might be a bit of a wake up call. 
What are your thoughts?
Other Topics in this Episode
How Hi Fat Food Causes your brain to potentially eat itself
Applebee's is tkaing soda off the kids menu
10 Food you should always avoid
Thanks for supporting the Logical Weight Loss Podcast by visiting our Amazon.com link]]>f9ab26b430a4da0114d64aa409e2bcc7Mon, 14 Dec 2015 02:40:17 +0000David JacksonThis week there was some buzz about Amy Schumer and her naked picture in the Pirelli Calendar.   Please note that I'm not saying she is ugly. I'm saying that we may not be as healthy as we think we are and by taking a naked selfy (or a smarter move... 
Please note that I'm not saying she is ugly. I'm saying that we may not be as healthy as we think we are and by taking a naked selfy (or a smarter move may be a good hard look in a full length mirror) might be a bit of a wake up call. 
What are your thoughts?
Other Topics in this Episode
How Hi Fat Food Causes your brain to potentially eat itself
Applebee's is tkaing soda off the kids menu
10 Food you should always avoid
Thanks for supporting the Logical Weight Loss Podcast by visiting our Amazon.com link]]>1319cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-let-your-ego-steer-you-away-from-your-goals--7319465722ccac5c3660973b4e9f83c58a90b8dTue, 08 Dec 2015 04:10:29 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about losing 20 lbs and how its funny how your mind starts to try to talk you out of the strategy that is working. So when I start to think this way, I just say to myself, "Stick with the program, the program is working. Also mentioned on...1161cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/troubleshooting-your-weight-loss-plan--7266638024c2becac505e7dbcbf730bca82944cMon, 30 Nov 2015 03:02:56 +0000David Jackson1494cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/without-your-health-it-s-all-meaningless--7170751We all work hard, we try to pay off our bills, we put off sleeping and put our body through hard situations with the goal of "getting ahead." 
Dave Ramsey says that if we spend our money like nobody else, someday we will live like nobody else. Well this goes the same for our food. If we eat the way nobody else does (skipping fast food, soda, etc) we will live like nobody else as well. 
We need to take time to think about the long term. It makes no sense to kill ourselves to live.]]>7c8dd018dee1f1b16fa59f375a77f8f1Sun, 15 Nov 2015 22:27:25 +0000David JacksonWe've all heard that phrase that without our health we have nothing.  We all work hard, we try to pay off our bills, we put off sleeping and put our body through hard situations with the goal of "getting ahead."  Dave Ramsey says that if we spend our...We all work hard, we try to pay off our bills, we put off sleeping and put our body through hard situations with the goal of "getting ahead." 
Dave Ramsey says that if we spend our money like nobody else, someday we will live like nobody else. Well this goes the same for our food. If we eat the way nobody else does (skipping fast food, soda, etc) we will live like nobody else as well. 
We need to take time to think about the long term. It makes no sense to kill ourselves to live.]]>611cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/behind-the-scenes-secrets-of-fast-food-water-urgeny-cups--7111478It's meant to be eaten fast (so you eat a ton of calories before you notice you're full).
You don't have to chew it much (again, faster consumption)
It doesn't age (as in 713 days later it looks the same - try that with an apple)
It's not really flame broiled (in most restaurants these are painted on).
Your pepsi might have poop in it.
We have double our calories from the 1980's
Bran muffins are cupcakes without the icing.
Sonic has a drink that would be like eating 70 sugar cubes
Quiznos has a large Turkey Club sandwich with 5,820 milligrams of salt
Are You On Track With Your Water?
I am currently drinking 80 oz of water per day. It wasn't easy, but I'm now doing it without much effort. I drink 4 24 ounce bottles a day. One way to know if you're on track is to use a bottle from Hydr-8. These bottles has time stamps on them that let you figure out if you are ahead/behind schedule to meet your water intake goals.
Check it out at http://amzn.to/1LZZKc0 (aff link)]]>2c33bad16c2bae19b69e701b3e3140cfSun, 08 Nov 2015 14:59:06 +0000David JacksonI found an article on Yahoo that had a ton of information about Fast Food, why we eat it, and what is really in it. You can read the whole article here, but here are some key points. It's meant to be eaten fast (so you eat a ton of calories before you...It's meant to be eaten fast (so you eat a ton of calories before you notice you're full).
You don't have to chew it much (again, faster consumption)
It doesn't age (as in 713 days later it looks the same - try that with an apple)
It's not really flame broiled (in most restaurants these are painted on).
Your pepsi might have poop in it.
We have double our calories from the 1980's
Bran muffins are cupcakes without the icing.
Sonic has a drink that would be like eating 70 sugar cubes
Quiznos has a large Turkey Club sandwich with 5,820 milligrams of salt
Are You On Track With Your Water?
I am currently drinking 80 oz of water per day. It wasn't easy, but I'm now doing it without much effort. I drink 4 24 ounce bottles a day. One way to know if you're on track is to use a bottle from Hydr-8. These bottles has time stamps on them that let you figure out if you are ahead/behind schedule to meet your water intake goals.
Check it out at http://amzn.to/1LZZKc0 (aff link)]]>2272cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-sustainable-changes-you-can-maintain--7015006At my worst at the beginning of Audio I was 229 lbs. I joined program called "Slimgenics" on 8/10.

I weighed 220.6
I was 33.1% body fat
My chest was 44"
My waist was 43.5"
My right thigh was 21"
My hips were 44.5"

77 Days on October 26th I got measured again.

I weight 210 (so I'm down 10 lbs)
My body fat is 27.9% (down 5.2%)
My chest is 42.5" (down 1.5")
My waist is 44.25 (down 2.25")
My right thigh was 20" (down an inch)
My hips are 44.5

You can see my calories before and after joining the program in the chart below

This goes back to the words of my friend David Greenwalt of Leanness Lifestyle Univeristy, "If you're wondering why you're not losing any weight - IT'S THE FOOD."
Next Question: Creating Sustainable Life Changes
So I quit drinking mountain dew. I quit getting food through the drive through. I've had ONE piece of Halloween candy. I drink 80 oz of water a day. So in looking at how to make sustainable life changes, there are some things we need to keep in mind.
1. Plan and prepare.
2. Start really, really small.
3. Stick to 5 minutes.
4. Find a trigger.
5. Set up accountability.
6. Acknowledge success.
7. Create a support system.
8. Plan for disruptions.
9. Increase your time slowly.
10. One change at a time.
I Finally Found a Bathroom Scale I Like
I bought the fitbit Aria but it was not consistent (I once stepped on it and over three readings they scale fluctuated four lbs). I bought the Taylor Smart Scale (that uses Bluetooth) that said it would connect to MyFitness Pal (but it didn't). I finally just bought an Omron Body Composition Monitor with Scale that I can step on multiple times and get the same reading. It measures everything there is to measure including: body fat percentage, BMI, skeletal muscle, resting metabolism, visceral fat, body age, and weight. I don't expect the body fat and other items to be super accurate (but I do want the weight to be spot on, and so far it is).

I also love that I can actually read what the measurements are as I pull the meter out of the base and hold it up to my face. Awesome. I do miss the automatic syncing feature, but it takes all of five seconds to open my phone and enter it manually in my fitbit app.
A Better Way To Drink Water
So I've been drinking 80 oz of water a day (and losing lots of weight running to the bathroom), but Water is not my favorite. It's not hard, and at time I do just force my self to chug and swallow, but it would be so much easier if I actually liked the flavor. If only there WAS some flavor. So many of us turn to think like MIO flavoring. Well this is a pretty bad choice. When I scanned it in the Shop Well app, it gave it a grade of 51 (out of 100) and flavored water isn't much better (56).
Fruit Fusing Water Bottles
I first learned about Fruit Fusers on Shark tank, and the sharks said everyone could steal this idea and they did. I see them all over the place. Here is one that comes with a book of recipes.
Here is a link on Amazon if you are interested]]>bba2b6631af9a187d1030f23f9f78502Sat, 31 Oct 2015 19:55:13 +0000David JacksonI've been asked by some listeners to start some sort of crowdfunding through sites like Patreon.com. I wanted your opinion. If you have 30 seconds, I have a four question survey (4 question survey) that will help me decide. At my worst at the...At my worst at the beginning of Audio I was 229 lbs. I joined program called "Slimgenics" on 8/10.

I weighed 220.6
I was 33.1% body fat
My chest was 44"
My waist was 43.5"
My right thigh was 21"
My hips were 44.5"

77 Days on October 26th I got measured again.

I weight 210 (so I'm down 10 lbs)
My body fat is 27.9% (down 5.2%)
My chest is 42.5" (down 1.5")
My waist is 44.25 (down 2.25")
My right thigh was 20" (down an inch)
My hips are 44.5

You can see my calories before and after joining the program in the chart below

This goes back to the words of my friend David Greenwalt of Leanness Lifestyle Univeristy, "If you're wondering why you're not losing any weight - IT'S THE FOOD."
Next Question: Creating Sustainable Life Changes
So I quit drinking mountain dew. I quit getting food through the drive through. I've had ONE piece of Halloween candy. I drink 80 oz of water a day. So in looking at how to make sustainable life changes, there are some things we need to keep in mind.
1. Plan and prepare.
2. Start really, really small.
3. Stick to 5 minutes.
4. Find a trigger.
5. Set up accountability.
6. Acknowledge success.
7. Create a support system.
8. Plan for disruptions.
9. Increase your time slowly.
10. One change at a time.
I Finally Found a Bathroom Scale I Like
I bought the fitbit Aria but it was not consistent (I once stepped on it and over three readings they scale fluctuated four lbs). I bought the Taylor Smart Scale (that uses Bluetooth) that said it would connect to MyFitness Pal (but it didn't). I finally just bought an Omron Body Composition Monitor with Scale that I can step on multiple times and get the same reading. It measures everything there is to measure including: body fat percentage, BMI, skeletal muscle, resting metabolism, visceral fat, body age, and weight. I don't expect the body fat and other items to be super accurate (but I do want the weight to be spot on, and so far it is).

I also love that I can actually read what the measurements are as I pull the meter out of the base and hold it up to my face. Awesome. I do miss the automatic syncing feature, but it takes all of five seconds to open my phone and enter it manually in my fitbit app.
A Better Way To Drink Water
So I've been drinking 80 oz of water a day (and losing lots of weight running to the bathroom), but Water is not my favorite. It's not hard, and at time I do just force my self to chug and swallow, but it would be so much easier if I actually liked the flavor. If only there WAS some flavor. So many of us turn to think like MIO flavoring. Well this is a pretty bad choice. When I scanned it in the Shop Well app, it gave it a grade of 51 (out of 100) and flavored water isn't much better (56).
Fruit Fusing Water Bottles
I first learned about Fruit Fusers on Shark tank, and the sharks said everyone could steal this idea and they did. I see them all over the place. Here is one that comes with a book of recipes.
Here is a link on Amazon if you are interested]]>2085cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beginning-a-weight-lifting-program-and-making-it-a-habit--6869900443e99fd7b42392912eb911db507494eSun, 18 Oct 2015 21:25:35 +0000David JacksonSee logicalloss.com/274 for full notes1541cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-reasons-why-it-s-harder-to-lose-weight-than-you-thought--6809331c940c11b92b7d2aa3ceaa2b5e578c4f8Mon, 12 Oct 2015 00:11:49 +0000David JacksonFull short notes here1699cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-you-miss-your-big-wheel-i-don-t-i-grew-into-better-choices--6742697www.logicalloss.com/272]]>45679b07f1301629b4ffb409c9ccc1a7Sun, 04 Oct 2015 20:10:59 +0000David JacksonSee full show notes at www.logicalloss.com/272www.logicalloss.com/272]]>2087cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-8-triggers-of-food-cravings-and-how-to-deal-with-them--6696726For the most part I am not hungry, and my calories are way down. When I do get cravings I need to make sure to take inventory of what is going on. Here are some things that trigger cravings.

Thirst
Fatigue
Urge to Chew
Pain
Hormone Cycles
Mealtimes
High-Risk Times

So here are some things to do to deal with these. 

Drink lots of water. My goal right now is 80 oz of water. If you are not a water drinker, this could be tough. But if someone handed you a bottle and said, "if you drink this you'll lose weight!" I bet you would. Well it does, and its called water. 
Get some sleep. When you are tired you tend to quit caring, and make bad choices.
We self medicate with food to fix many problems that are not hunger. Remember, if you're not hungry, food is not the answer.
Wait 5 minutes and get your mind on someting else. Read a book, or call a friend. Many times you are just bored.
Try to have consistent meal times and eat 2/3 of your calories within the first nine hours of being awake.
Take deep breathes when feeling stressed out. Do this for 5 minutes. 

Thanks so much for everyone who has been using my amazon links on the page. I earn a commission and you don't spend a dime more. It's a win-win, and I deeply appreciate it. ]]>60f622afbc71c7c2ceb4b9921f4f54dbMon, 28 Sep 2015 03:12:21 +0000David JacksonI am down from 218.8 to 215.4 since our last episode. I'm still not eating burgers, or soda. I'm eating fruits and vegetables, and I'm trying new things (Asparagus is alot like broccoli). I also tgried Shrimp on the grill with no butter (just the...For the most part I am not hungry, and my calories are way down. When I do get cravings I need to make sure to take inventory of what is going on. Here are some things that trigger cravings.

Thirst
Fatigue
Urge to Chew
Pain
Hormone Cycles
Mealtimes
High-Risk Times

So here are some things to do to deal with these. 

Drink lots of water. My goal right now is 80 oz of water. If you are not a water drinker, this could be tough. But if someone handed you a bottle and said, "if you drink this you'll lose weight!" I bet you would. Well it does, and its called water. 
Get some sleep. When you are tired you tend to quit caring, and make bad choices.
We self medicate with food to fix many problems that are not hunger. Remember, if you're not hungry, food is not the answer.
Wait 5 minutes and get your mind on someting else. Read a book, or call a friend. Many times you are just bored.
Try to have consistent meal times and eat 2/3 of your calories within the first nine hours of being awake.
Take deep breathes when feeling stressed out. Do this for 5 minutes. 

Thanks so much for everyone who has been using my amazon links on the page. I earn a commission and you don't spend a dime more. It's a win-win, and I deeply appreciate it. ]]>1384cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-i-m-doing-to-lose-weight-following-the-plan--6641350
Drinking soda
Eating Frosty's from Wendy's
Eating Fast Food

What Am I Doing?

Eating Vegetables
Eating Fruit
Drinking 80 oz of water.

So am avoiding salad dressing unless its fat free and low in sodium. If I really need some soda, I can drink clear stuff like Sprite.
Get a New Plan Stan
I knew I was going out of town, so what did I do? I bought a cooler and some ice packs and took food with me. When I ran out of healthy food I was really surprised that I was able to go into a Burger King and get a salad (and I had my fat free dressing in the cooler).
I have a list of things I can eat and instead of obsessing over things I CAN'T EAT, I'm looking at how to make a plan I can live with, use, and continue with this plan.
Is It Working?
I'm down 5 lbs . I'm losing 2+ lbs a week. I'm happy.
New Tools To Track Progress
I found fitstream.com which is a free app that I can use to track my measurements and take pictures. The app helps you measure your body (cause the scale isn't always accurate and you can lost inches without losing weight).
One tool I'm trying is called i Record Weight - Track Weight and Monitor Body Metrics . It was ok, but it seemed like Fitstream - Fitness Journal, Progress Pictures & Body Measurement Tracker  had a shorter learning curve (and it's free).]]>b069a065da509ee8edfb10934372453bThu, 17 Sep 2015 23:12:13 +0000David JacksonSo I started a new plan, and here is what I'm not doing: Drinking soda Eating Frosty's from Wendy's Eating Fast Food What Am I Doing? Eating Vegetables Eating Fruit Drinking 80 oz of water. So am avoiding salad dressing unless its fat free and low...
Drinking soda
Eating Frosty's from Wendy's
Eating Fast Food

What Am I Doing?

Eating Vegetables
Eating Fruit
Drinking 80 oz of water.

So am avoiding salad dressing unless its fat free and low in sodium. If I really need some soda, I can drink clear stuff like Sprite.
Get a New Plan Stan
I knew I was going out of town, so what did I do? I bought a cooler and some ice packs and took food with me. When I ran out of healthy food I was really surprised that I was able to go into a Burger King and get a salad (and I had my fat free dressing in the cooler).
I have a list of things I can eat and instead of obsessing over things I CAN'T EAT, I'm looking at how to make a plan I can live with, use, and continue with this plan.
Is It Working?
I'm down 5 lbs . I'm losing 2+ lbs a week. I'm happy.
New Tools To Track Progress
I found fitstream.com which is a free app that I can use to track my measurements and take pictures. The app helps you measure your body (cause the scale isn't always accurate and you can lost inches without losing weight).
One tool I'm trying is called i Record Weight - Track Weight and Monitor Body Metrics . It was ok, but it seemed like Fitstream - Fitness Journal, Progress Pictures & Body Measurement Tracker  had a shorter learning curve (and it's free).]]>1444cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weight-loss-hacks-10-ways-to-stay-motivated--6590211TOTAL CHOLESTEROL --- 224The ideal total cholesterol is less than 200. Your cholesterol is in the high range.HDL CHOLESTEROL --- 37The normal range is greater than 45 for men. HDL is the "good" cholesterol. It is believed to remove excess cholesterol from the body tissues. It is desirable for this to be in the normal or high range. Exercise helps to increase the HDL cholesterol. Your level is low.LDL CHOLESTEROL --- 140The ideal range is less than 100, though anything under 130 is normal. LDL is the "bad" cholesterol because it tends to deposit cholesterol and fat on the artery walls, or atherosclerosis. Your level is high.TRIGLYCERIDES ---235The normal range is under 150. Triglycerides are the major form of fat in the blood. Your level is borderline high (151-400).
Slimgenics - Getting Ready for my PrepSTEP
Today I shared some insights from the SlimGenics blog including:
10 Ways to Stay Motivated
8 Tips to Transform Your Relationship With Food
Thanks For Supporting The Show
I really appreciate everyone using the Amazon links when going to Amazon.com]]>4f1adb1ac34cbc62c131a3a70437d1beMon, 07 Sep 2015 04:48:13 +0000David JacksonI recently got some bloog work done. The results were not great. Here they are: TOTAL CHOLESTEROL --- 224The ideal total cholesterol is less than 200. Your cholesterol is in the high range.HDL CHOLESTEROL --- 37The normal range is greater than 45 for...TOTAL CHOLESTEROL --- 224The ideal total cholesterol is less than 200. Your cholesterol is in the high range.HDL CHOLESTEROL --- 37The normal range is greater than 45 for men. HDL is the "good" cholesterol. It is believed to remove excess cholesterol from the body tissues. It is desirable for this to be in the normal or high range. Exercise helps to increase the HDL cholesterol. Your level is low.LDL CHOLESTEROL --- 140The ideal range is less than 100, though anything under 130 is normal. LDL is the "bad" cholesterol because it tends to deposit cholesterol and fat on the artery walls, or atherosclerosis. Your level is high.TRIGLYCERIDES ---235The normal range is under 150. Triglycerides are the major form of fat in the blood. Your level is borderline high (151-400).
Slimgenics - Getting Ready for my PrepSTEP
Today I shared some insights from the SlimGenics blog including:
10 Ways to Stay Motivated
8 Tips to Transform Your Relationship With Food
Thanks For Supporting The Show
I really appreciate everyone using the Amazon links when going to Amazon.com]]>1727cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-happens-when-you-take-a-break-from-exercise-and-soda--6466472263b4abc418e4015cf5d57fb8da0f6dfSun, 09 Aug 2015 19:00:13 +0000David JacksonWhat Happens When You Take a Break From Exercise and Soda2080cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ask-the-podcast-coach8-8-15--6462046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/6462046Sat, 08 Aug 2015 14:29:26 +0000David Jackson3862cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maybe-you-don-t-want-to-lose-weight--6405728https://youtu.be/PygoGs9FbKY If you have children it is a must watch.
Here are some link
Bite Size on Amazon instant Video
Bite Size
Bite Size on iTunes
Bite Size - Corbin Billings
Like the Show?
Throw us a Bone]]>3375516297ad77d99f78f94a937194d7Sun, 26 Jul 2015 23:07:55 +0000David JacksonI watched the movie bite size on NetFlix. It was very eye opening. You will watch a few over weight teenagers and in the end they don't want to lose weight. Their parents are spending thousands of dollars, telling them to get off their butt, but its...https://youtu.be/PygoGs9FbKY If you have children it is a must watch.
Here are some link
Bite Size on Amazon instant Video
Bite Size
Bite Size on iTunes
Bite Size - Corbin Billings
Like the Show?
Throw us a Bone]]>1695cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/measuring-your-resting-heart-rate--6281232Original story 
Other Topics
A pound of Weight Gain on a single plate
Sugar and Fat are bad for the brain
Avoid Superbugs at the GYM]]>6814aeb022bb4f1b364f456d351d2189Sun, 28 Jun 2015 19:02:34 +0000David JacksonWhile we know that we can watch our health using a scale and a tape measure, but there are other ways and one of them is to measure your resting heart rate. Today I talk about a free app that allows you to accurately record your resting heart rate. An...Original story 
Other Topics
A pound of Weight Gain on a single plate
Sugar and Fat are bad for the brain
Avoid Superbugs at the GYM]]>1247cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/change-your-decisions-change-your-life--6249066You don't FEEL like exercising.
You don't FEEL like eating healthy.
So you don't.
This leads to you NOT exercising and eating right.
That decision leads to you feeling bad about yourself. It damages your confidence.
With less confidence, you don't FEEL like you can lose weight. It's too tough.
You FEEL horrible, sad, dejected.
You know you'r not a loser, but you sure feel like one.
Or Is This You?
You're honest.
You're caring
You have integrity.
You keep your word.
You've tackled tough things in past
Then Do This?
Put the decision you WANT to do, on your calendar.
Then do it. Even if you don't feel like it. DO IT (you said you were a person who keeps their word)
When you are done you will FEEL better (tired, but better).
You WILL have MORE confidence.
This leads you to believing you CAN do this.
The positive FEELINGS lead to you gaining confidence.
But it means doing things that you may not WANT to do.
But in the end you WILL BE doing something you WANT to do and that's be healthy.
Make Your Decisions on Logic - Not Feelings
I'm not saying be a robot. We all have feelings, but they can be manipulated and lead us in the wrong (non-healthy) direction.
This makes sense. It's logical. It's simple.
It's not easy.
One more time.
It's not easy.
If it was easy, we'd all be thin.]]>18a96a969c74ec44c724185feb2f8f47Sun, 21 Jun 2015 17:19:03 +0000David JacksonIs This You? You don't FEEL like exercising. You don't FEEL like eating healthy. So you don't. This leads to you NOT exercising and eating right. That decision leads to you feeling bad about yourself. It damages your confidence. With less confidence,...You don't FEEL like exercising.
You don't FEEL like eating healthy.
So you don't.
This leads to you NOT exercising and eating right.
That decision leads to you feeling bad about yourself. It damages your confidence.
With less confidence, you don't FEEL like you can lose weight. It's too tough.
You FEEL horrible, sad, dejected.
You know you'r not a loser, but you sure feel like one.
Or Is This You?
You're honest.
You're caring
You have integrity.
You keep your word.
You've tackled tough things in past
Then Do This?
Put the decision you WANT to do, on your calendar.
Then do it. Even if you don't feel like it. DO IT (you said you were a person who keeps their word)
When you are done you will FEEL better (tired, but better).
You WILL have MORE confidence.
This leads you to believing you CAN do this.
The positive FEELINGS lead to you gaining confidence.
But it means doing things that you may not WANT to do.
But in the end you WILL BE doing something you WANT to do and that's be healthy.
Make Your Decisions on Logic - Not Feelings
I'm not saying be a robot. We all have feelings, but they can be manipulated and lead us in the wrong (non-healthy) direction.
This makes sense. It's logical. It's simple.
It's not easy.
One more time.
It's not easy.
If it was easy, we'd all be thin.]]>1523cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weight-training-benefits-fighting-food-cravings--6218068
Better metabolism. 

Weight loss. 


Strengthened bones. 


Improved mental function. 


Heightened well-being. 


You can read the full story here.
Another article talks about ways of battling Sugar Cravings. 
I'm happy I'm down to 218.8. This is partially due to losing a tooth and not being able to eat "sharp food". This includes peanuts, chips, popcorn, for three weeks. What am I eating instead? Fruits and vegetables. I'm not shocked that this then results in weight loss. are you?]]>5682d9939095624bf411a18fd83bd01cMon, 15 Jun 2015 04:00:00 +0000David JacksonI recently read an article from Michael Hyatt and he started doing some weight training and brought up the five most important benefits that have NOTHING to do with bulking up Better metabolism.  Weight loss.  Strengthened bones.  Improved...
Better metabolism. 

Weight loss. 


Strengthened bones. 


Improved mental function. 


Heightened well-being. 


You can read the full story here.
Another article talks about ways of battling Sugar Cravings. 
I'm happy I'm down to 218.8. This is partially due to losing a tooth and not being able to eat "sharp food". This includes peanuts, chips, popcorn, for three weeks. What am I eating instead? Fruits and vegetables. I'm not shocked that this then results in weight loss. are you?]]>1042cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-google-fit-kids-meal-insights--6147998db34fefaa813783d50228726e3632f78Sun, 31 May 2015 16:09:26 +0000David JacksonSee logicalloss.com/263 for full details1885cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exercise-any-place-any-time--6119913Cool Quit That App Helps You quit Anything.
You put in what you want to quit, how much it costs you on a daily basis, and the reason you why you should stay away. Here is a link to the App
4 Great Things Taking Place in the Fast Food World
Dairy Queen swaps sode for milk.water in kids meal Panera is removing additives Chipotle is not using GMO chicken McDonald's is removing some Antibiotics Full Story
Beachbody Launches Streaming Service of All Programs
 Beachbody creators of P90X, Extreme, and many other top selling programs is now offering all their programs for a fee of $2.99. They bill you quarterly ($38.87), and there is no contract. In addition to the training videos, you get meal plans, discounts on other products, and much more. This is a way to watch on your phone, iPad, or your browser. You could use something like a Google Chromecast HDMI Streaming Media Player to blast whatever is in your browser to your television. For more information (or to try a 30 day trial) go to beachbody.com]]>78cd30674c8ba1972baecbea020e99d1Mon, 25 May 2015 17:53:47 +0000David JacksonI've been out and about, and I'm glad to be back in front of the microphone. I got called out of town and with no planning I didn't have much time to plan. I had awful food choices and no time to exercise. Consequently, I gained week. Then the...Cool Quit That App Helps You quit Anything.
You put in what you want to quit, how much it costs you on a daily basis, and the reason you why you should stay away. Here is a link to the App
4 Great Things Taking Place in the Fast Food World
Dairy Queen swaps sode for milk.water in kids meal Panera is removing additives Chipotle is not using GMO chicken McDonald's is removing some Antibiotics Full Story
Beachbody Launches Streaming Service of All Programs
 Beachbody creators of P90X, Extreme, and many other top selling programs is now offering all their programs for a fee of $2.99. They bill you quarterly ($38.87), and there is no contract. In addition to the training videos, you get meal plans, discounts on other products, and much more. This is a way to watch on your phone, iPad, or your browser. You could use something like a Google Chromecast HDMI Streaming Media Player to blast whatever is in your browser to your television. For more information (or to try a 30 day trial) go to beachbody.com]]>1102cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bob-harper-s-six-skinny-habits--6017794www.logicalloss.com/audible  ]]>adbd14c40dbc7ff897d6834eecbd1084Sun, 03 May 2015 20:46:18 +0000David JacksonAccord to Bob Harper's new book is called Skinny Habits: The 6 Secrets of Thin People: Skinny Rules and in it he talks about these six habits that people who are healthy do. These include: They plan, * They push back, * They re-engineer their...www.logicalloss.com/audible  ]]>1692cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-you-do-7-minutes-for-7-months--5981890
No internet access needed. Work out anytime, anywhere!
Play songs from your favorite music app in the background
Fitness enthusiasts can do multiple circuits for longer workouts
Armband friendly : vibration or voice mode indicates when to switch exercises
Beautifully designed for both iPad and iPhone in a single app
iCloud sync to keep your progress up-to-date on all your devices
The "Learn" tab includes pro tips on how to perform each of the 12 exercises

7 Minute Workout “Seven” with High Intensity Interval Training Challenge - Perigee and their other app is Cycles - Period tracker with fertility calendar and reminders for both of you. - Perigee More stuff]]>aa1f14cbdaed0328fedfe694f1bb11dbSun, 26 Apr 2015 03:34:06 +0000David JacksonSeven minutes doens't sound long until your thighs are on fire. I just downloaded and used the 7 app from Perigee. Here is the specs of this free app. The goal is to exercise 7 minutes for 7 months. As you do the workouts you unlock new workouts (or...
No internet access needed. Work out anytime, anywhere!
Play songs from your favorite music app in the background
Fitness enthusiasts can do multiple circuits for longer workouts
Armband friendly : vibration or voice mode indicates when to switch exercises
Beautifully designed for both iPad and iPhone in a single app
iCloud sync to keep your progress up-to-date on all your devices
The "Learn" tab includes pro tips on how to perform each of the 12 exercises

7 Minute Workout “Seven” with High Intensity Interval Training Challenge - Perigee and their other app is Cycles - Period tracker with fertility calendar and reminders for both of you. - Perigee More stuff]]>1148cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-went-hours-without-eating-and-didn-t-even-notice--5947015Have You Tried Nature Box?]]>723383c58f3da5951c413521d8842178Sat, 18 Apr 2015 23:18:12 +0000David JacksonI went to the New Media Expo last week. I walked a ton. 17,254 20365 11000 17,179 12521 7657 I barely had time to eat. A smoothie for breakfast and then "lunch" around 7 PM. I often missed lunch, and never even missed it. Am I suggesting we all starve...Have You Tried Nature Box?]]>1066cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-harsh-facts-about-soda--5841383..and I quit drinking (insert soft drink name).
For me I've been stuck on Mountain Dew since I met a girl in my teens who drank it like water (and her ENTIRE family did as well). I go on and off the "Dew Wagon." I've had people say they are tired of me talking about mountain dew, so I want to put to rest. I have placed a counter on the right side of the screen. 
I just need to quit drinking it. It's not impossible. 
A can is 170 calories, and 20 oz bottle is 290. 
A 20 ox bottle five days a week is 5800 calories a month (1.65 lbs )
A 12 oz can five days a week is 3400 calories a month. (almost 1 lb). 
If weight loss is calories in vs calories out. I can easily lose a pound a week by cutting out soda/pop. 
Here are the articles I talked about today. 
Monster Drink Aids in Teens Death
My Veins Collapsed Due to Drinking Mountain Dew]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5841383Fri, 27 Mar 2015 19:46:44 +0000David JacksonEverybody I know that is losing weight seems to always seem to say the same phrase: ..and I quit drinking (insert soft drink name). For me I've been stuck on Mountain Dew since I met a girl in my teens who drank it like water (and her ENTIRE family.....and I quit drinking (insert soft drink name).
For me I've been stuck on Mountain Dew since I met a girl in my teens who drank it like water (and her ENTIRE family did as well). I go on and off the "Dew Wagon." I've had people say they are tired of me talking about mountain dew, so I want to put to rest. I have placed a counter on the right side of the screen. 
I just need to quit drinking it. It's not impossible. 
A can is 170 calories, and 20 oz bottle is 290. 
A 20 ox bottle five days a week is 5800 calories a month (1.65 lbs )
A 12 oz can five days a week is 3400 calories a month. (almost 1 lb). 
If weight loss is calories in vs calories out. I can easily lose a pound a week by cutting out soda/pop. 
Here are the articles I talked about today. 
Monster Drink Aids in Teens Death
My Veins Collapsed Due to Drinking Mountain Dew]]>871cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ask-the-podcast-coach-3-21-15--5811444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5811444Sat, 21 Mar 2015 14:29:56 +0000David Jackson5869cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-20-20-diet-insights-in-to-dr-phil-s-new-book--5785444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5785444Mon, 16 Mar 2015 03:14:12 +0000David JacksonToday I share some insights from the new Dr. Phil book which starts of saying how bad the diet industry is and how every book states how their book is the truth and the rest are all lies. None of them work, and its a sham. He then states (and I'm...1798cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maybe-its-not-food-or-exercise--5685048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5685048Sun, 22 Feb 2015 22:05:05 +0000David JacksonMaybe its NOT Food or Exercise?780cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/operating-out-of-fear-or-love--5651140www.logicalloss.com/255]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5651140Sun, 15 Feb 2015 20:28:03 +0000David JacksonFor more information go to www.logicalloss.com/255www.logicalloss.com/255]]>1954cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/practicing-not-quitting-other-people-s-opinions-are-non-of-your-business--5619595I was listening to Michael Hyatt's podcast and he was talking about always finishing the race. It really inspired me he talked about a race where a woman had fallen and not only did she get up, but she got up and ran as hard as she could and actually won the race. 
So we know that no quitting will build out character. We wish there was a better way, but it is those times when we face adversity that really shapes us.
My mother died when I was 29. I was going to college and finals were the following week. To make a long story short, I wasn't permitted more time to take my finals. I had to take them the same day everyone else did. I thought I would never be able to focus enough to study and pull it off. I don't remember what I got, but in the end I got the degree.
You have strength you didn't know you had, and you don't learn this about yourself until you are tested.
Your response is your responsibility. Today is my birthday, and I know I have cake and ice cream in my future. Consequently, I am having a very light breakfast, and I will do the same for lunch. This way I can enjoy the traditional birthday party with my family. Wait, ice cream and cake? My birthday is the 8th. It's not a week long celebration. Tomorrow is the 9th. I will get back to dinking my water, taking my steps, and getting back on track.
I'm Using the Pump Up App
I've mentioned this in the past. Here is why I like it.
1. Custome workouts. If you have weights, machines, etc fine. If you don't - fine as well.
2. You can set goals, and schedule workouts. Make an appointment with you. You are a very important person. Don't break that appointment.
3. Allows me to exercise anywhere.
4. Its free.
What may discourage you about the app.
Lots of pretty people on the website. While this may motivate you as you want to look like them, I can see it as a trigger to think, "I'll never look like that, or those people are young, I'm not.." Be ready to check the negative self-talk at the door.
Start Slow
Be sure to start out slow. I did a 15 minute workout and I'm soar today (remember to give your body 24 hours to fully respond to the exercise and always contact your doctor before starting any kind of regimen). I'm reaching to for Fitness Soak Spray to help relieve my muscles, and I'm getting back on the train. I know stronger/bigger muscles are something that (while hard to create) will make weight loss easier in the long run.
For videos go to www.logicalloss.com/

 


 

 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5619595Sun, 08 Feb 2015 15:16:52 +0000David JacksonI turned 50 today. It's scary. 30 was 20 years ago, and 70 is 20 years from today. I know aging 30 to 50 went FAST. Its kind of spooky to think how fast 50-70 will be. I was listening to Michael Hyatt's podcast and he was talking about always...I was listening to Michael Hyatt's podcast and he was talking about always finishing the race. It really inspired me he talked about a race where a woman had fallen and not only did she get up, but she got up and ran as hard as she could and actually won the race. 
So we know that no quitting will build out character. We wish there was a better way, but it is those times when we face adversity that really shapes us.
My mother died when I was 29. I was going to college and finals were the following week. To make a long story short, I wasn't permitted more time to take my finals. I had to take them the same day everyone else did. I thought I would never be able to focus enough to study and pull it off. I don't remember what I got, but in the end I got the degree.
You have strength you didn't know you had, and you don't learn this about yourself until you are tested.
Your response is your responsibility. Today is my birthday, and I know I have cake and ice cream in my future. Consequently, I am having a very light breakfast, and I will do the same for lunch. This way I can enjoy the traditional birthday party with my family. Wait, ice cream and cake? My birthday is the 8th. It's not a week long celebration. Tomorrow is the 9th. I will get back to dinking my water, taking my steps, and getting back on track.
I'm Using the Pump Up App
I've mentioned this in the past. Here is why I like it.
1. Custome workouts. If you have weights, machines, etc fine. If you don't - fine as well.
2. You can set goals, and schedule workouts. Make an appointment with you. You are a very important person. Don't break that appointment.
3. Allows me to exercise anywhere.
4. Its free.
What may discourage you about the app.
Lots of pretty people on the website. While this may motivate you as you want to look like them, I can see it as a trigger to think, "I'll never look like that, or those people are young, I'm not.." Be ready to check the negative self-talk at the door.
Start Slow
Be sure to start out slow. I did a 15 minute workout and I'm soar today (remember to give your body 24 hours to fully respond to the exercise and always contact your doctor before starting any kind of regimen). I'm reaching to for Fitness Soak Spray to help relieve my muscles, and I'm getting back on the train. I know stronger/bigger muscles are something that (while hard to create) will make weight loss easier in the long run.
For videos go to www.logicalloss.com/

 


 

 ]]>1806firtness,loss,weightcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/power-pressure-cooker-vs-power-pressure-cooker-xl--5595638The Power Pressure Cooker XL Has:
More presets. You ave a button for meat, fish, etc. The Pro version has a cook button and a Pressure button. There are default buttons for rice, canning, etc. In the end your probably always going to cook at the highest pressure (this from a never pressured cooked before person). I know I'm going to be primarily focused on time. Less Delay time. The commercial says you can delay up to 4 hours. The Power Press Cooker pro states up to 24 hours. A Cookbook, a canning guide, and a free chopper A longer shipping time. I went to Walmart and picked mine up. A larger price: By the time you buy the Power Pressure Cooker XL and pay for shipping you are looking at $130. It would be more if you choose the warranty As I bought mine at Walmart, if it breaks I'm taking it back to Walmart.
Does the Power Pressure Cooker XL Do Anything the Pro Cant?
After using it one day, and making one meal, I would say no. For me, I had to look at the manual to see how long to cook something. I'm sure the more I use it the less I will need the manual (its not exactly awesome, and the recipes they provide are also on the website).
Do I Wish I Had Purchased the Power Pressure Cooker XL?
Maybe. I know it really doesn't do much more, but again thats after one day of use. The Pro version works fine, but the extra buttons mean less of a learning curve. Once the learning curve is over (probably a week) I will change my mind and be about $46 richer.
The First Meal Was a Pot Roast
I purchased a roast, some potatoes, onions and baby carrots. I browned the roast in next to know time while I got the potatoes ready. In the end I cooked it about 35 minutes for a 3 lbs roast and it came out tough. Next time I cook this I'm going 20-25 minutes. The vegetables were awesome. WOW. The meat was OK, but once it got cold it was tough .The meal cost me about $28, where the night before we had gone out to eat and that was closer to $40 and wasn't as healthy (Chinese food filled with salt).

Other Articles Mentioned
Study: Women who keep food diary more likely to lose weight : http://usat.ly/Nld8dz MIndful Eating Can Get your Balanced]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5595638Tue, 03 Feb 2015 02:53:21 +0000David JacksonI've always said, "it's the food" when it comes to why I'm not losing weight. So this year I'm attacking the food. I'm finding ways to make better food at home. I'm trying to avoid getting my meals through the window of my car. I've purchased a Ninja...The Power Pressure Cooker XL Has:
More presets. You ave a button for meat, fish, etc. The Pro version has a cook button and a Pressure button. There are default buttons for rice, canning, etc. In the end your probably always going to cook at the highest pressure (this from a never pressured cooked before person). I know I'm going to be primarily focused on time. Less Delay time. The commercial says you can delay up to 4 hours. The Power Press Cooker pro states up to 24 hours. A Cookbook, a canning guide, and a free chopper A longer shipping time. I went to Walmart and picked mine up. A larger price: By the time you buy the Power Pressure Cooker XL and pay for shipping you are looking at $130. It would be more if you choose the warranty As I bought mine at Walmart, if it breaks I'm taking it back to Walmart.
Does the Power Pressure Cooker XL Do Anything the Pro Cant?
After using it one day, and making one meal, I would say no. For me, I had to look at the manual to see how long to cook something. I'm sure the more I use it the less I will need the manual (its not exactly awesome, and the recipes they provide are also on the website).
Do I Wish I Had Purchased the Power Pressure Cooker XL?
Maybe. I know it really doesn't do much more, but again thats after one day of use. The Pro version works fine, but the extra buttons mean less of a learning curve. Once the learning curve is over (probably a week) I will change my mind and be about $46 richer.
The First Meal Was a Pot Roast
I purchased a roast, some potatoes, onions and baby carrots. I browned the roast in next to know time while I got the potatoes ready. In the end I cooked it about 35 minutes for a 3 lbs roast and it came out tough. Next time I cook this I'm going 20-25 minutes. The vegetables were awesome. WOW. The meat was OK, but once it got cold it was tough .The meal cost me about $28, where the night before we had gone out to eat and that was closer to $40 and wasn't as healthy (Chinese food filled with salt).

Other Articles Mentioned
Study: Women who keep food diary more likely to lose weight : http://usat.ly/Nld8dz MIndful Eating Can Get your Balanced]]>1767cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-belief-finding-time-to-walk-ninja-pro--5564928 I did try to make some "juice" using this system and it basically made Apple/Carrot pulp. MMMMMmmmm just like mom use to make. I added some ice cubes and some water and it made it drinkable. It was not the YUM that I got from my Jucing days (but it also took 2 minutes to clean). I forgot how much I love APples and in you have one of these you can really have a fun snack in two seconds (and again almost no cleanup). You just put it on the Apple and push down and you get instant Apple Slices. I've been using my Ninja to make some chocolate banana smoothies with Peanut Butter. They are yummy and they keep me full. I use Chocolate Flavored Weigh protein or Shakeology and throw in some bananas and just a hint of peanut butter. I did start lifting weight this week. I just started and I feel great. I leave these hands weight in the living room.
Never Stop Believing
The Seatle Sea hawks were down going into the fourth quarter and they won their game and are going to the Super Bowl. The quarterback threw four interceptions. How did they win? They never stopped believing in themselves. I often say that you can't change the way you started your life, but you can change the way you finish. I'm sure those athletes can understand that. People were counting them out. People were leaving the stadium. People were thinking, "It's over." As long as you are breathing, it's not over. You can do it.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5564928Sun, 25 Jan 2015 23:03:27 +0000David JacksonIn the past I had a juiceman juicer and I loved making Apple Carrot juice, but it was an absolute PAIN to clean. I used it a few times, but the pain of cleaning out weighed the joy of the juice. recently I kept hearing about Ninja Pro blender to... I did try to make some "juice" using this system and it basically made Apple/Carrot pulp. MMMMMmmmm just like mom use to make. I added some ice cubes and some water and it made it drinkable. It was not the YUM that I got from my Jucing days (but it also took 2 minutes to clean). I forgot how much I love APples and in you have one of these you can really have a fun snack in two seconds (and again almost no cleanup). You just put it on the Apple and push down and you get instant Apple Slices. I've been using my Ninja to make some chocolate banana smoothies with Peanut Butter. They are yummy and they keep me full. I use Chocolate Flavored Weigh protein or Shakeology and throw in some bananas and just a hint of peanut butter. I did start lifting weight this week. I just started and I feel great. I leave these hands weight in the living room.
Never Stop Believing
The Seatle Sea hawks were down going into the fourth quarter and they won their game and are going to the Super Bowl. The quarterback threw four interceptions. How did they win? They never stopped believing in themselves. I often say that you can't change the way you started your life, but you can change the way you finish. I'm sure those athletes can understand that. People were counting them out. People were leaving the stadium. People were thinking, "It's over." As long as you are breathing, it's not over. You can do it.]]>1794cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-make-sure-you-don-t-push-to-hard--5465550
Aerobic activity. Get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity — such as brisk walking, swimming or mowing the lawn — or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity — such as running or aerobic dancing. You can also do a combination of moderate and vigorous activity, preferably spread throughout the course of a week.
Strength training. Do strength training exercises at least twice a week. Consider free weights, weight machines or activities that use your own body weight — such as rock climbing or heavy gardening. The amount of time for each session is up to you.

That's 20 minutes of aerobic exercise a day. Weight training does not have to mean weights. You can use things like resistance bands that can be stored in a bag and much less likely to stub your toe. Bodylastics are quality resistance bands. There are two basic ways to measure exercise intensity:

How you feel. Exercise intensity is a subjective measure of how hard physical activity feels to you while you're doing it — your perceived exertion. Your perceived level of exertion may be different from what someone else feels doing the same exercise. For example, what feels to you like a hard run can feel like an easy workout to someone who's more fit.
Your heart rate. Your heart rate offers a more objective look at exercise intensity. In general, the higher your heart rate during physical activity, the higher the exercise intensity.

I use the Wahoo Blue HR Heart Rate Monitor for iPhone and Android   The basic way to calculate your maximum heart rate is to subtract your age from 220. For example, if you're 45 years old, subtract 45 from 220 to get a maximum heart rate of 175. This is the maximum number of times your heart should beat per minute while you're exercising. Once you know your maximum heart rate, you can calculate your desired target heart rate zone — the level at which your heart is being exercised and conditioned but not overworked. Here's how heart rate matches up with exercise intensity levels:

Moderate exercise intensity: 50 to 70 percent of your maximum heart rate
Vigorous exercise intensity: 70 to 85 percent of your maximum heart rate

How to determine your target zone
To determine your desired target heart rate zone, use an online calculator. Or, here's a simple way to do the math yourself. If you're aiming for a target heart rate of 70 to 85 percent, which is in the vigorous range, you would calculate it like this:

Subtract your age from 220 to get your maximum heart rate.
Multiple that number by 0.7 (70 percent) to determine the lower end of your target heart rate zone.
Multiply your maximum heart rate by 0.85 (85 percent) to determine the upper end of your target heart rate zone.

It's important to note that maximum heart rate is just a guide. You may have a higher or lower maximum heart rate, sometimes by as much as 15 to 20 beats per minute. If you want a more definitive range, consider discussing your target heart rate zone with an exercise physiologist or a personal trainer. As always contact your Doctor before doing any exercise or training. 
 
Supprt the show at www.logicalloss.com/support]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5465550Sun, 11 Jan 2015 01:11:57 +0000David JacksonFor most healthy adults, the Department of Health and Human Services recommends these exercise guidelines: Aerobic activity. Get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity — such as brisk walking, swimming or mowing the lawn — or 75...
Aerobic activity. Get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity — such as brisk walking, swimming or mowing the lawn — or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity — such as running or aerobic dancing. You can also do a combination of moderate and vigorous activity, preferably spread throughout the course of a week.
Strength training. Do strength training exercises at least twice a week. Consider free weights, weight machines or activities that use your own body weight — such as rock climbing or heavy gardening. The amount of time for each session is up to you.

That's 20 minutes of aerobic exercise a day. Weight training does not have to mean weights. You can use things like resistance bands that can be stored in a bag and much less likely to stub your toe. Bodylastics are quality resistance bands. There are two basic ways to measure exercise intensity:

How you feel. Exercise intensity is a subjective measure of how hard physical activity feels to you while you're doing it — your perceived exertion. Your perceived level of exertion may be different from what someone else feels doing the same exercise. For example, what feels to you like a hard run can feel like an easy workout to someone who's more fit.
Your heart rate. Your heart rate offers a more objective look at exercise intensity. In general, the higher your heart rate during physical activity, the higher the exercise intensity.

I use the Wahoo Blue HR Heart Rate Monitor for iPhone and Android   The basic way to calculate your maximum heart rate is to subtract your age from 220. For example, if you're 45 years old, subtract 45 from 220 to get a maximum heart rate of 175. This is the maximum number of times your heart should beat per minute while you're exercising. Once you know your maximum heart rate, you can calculate your desired target heart rate zone — the level at which your heart is being exercised and conditioned but not overworked. Here's how heart rate matches up with exercise intensity levels:

Moderate exercise intensity: 50 to 70 percent of your maximum heart rate
Vigorous exercise intensity: 70 to 85 percent of your maximum heart rate

How to determine your target zone
To determine your desired target heart rate zone, use an online calculator. Or, here's a simple way to do the math yourself. If you're aiming for a target heart rate of 70 to 85 percent, which is in the vigorous range, you would calculate it like this:

Subtract your age from 220 to get your maximum heart rate.
Multiple that number by 0.7 (70 percent) to determine the lower end of your target heart rate zone.
Multiply your maximum heart rate by 0.85 (85 percent) to determine the upper end of your target heart rate zone.

It's important to note that maximum heart rate is just a guide. You may have a higher or lower maximum heart rate, sometimes by as much as 15 to 20 beats per minute. If you want a more definitive range, consider discussing your target heart rate zone with an exercise physiologist or a personal trainer. As always contact your Doctor before doing any exercise or training. 
 
Supprt the show at www.logicalloss.com/support]]>1689cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-m-a-r-t-resolutions--5425596S = SpecificM = MeasurableA = AttainableR = RealisticT = Timely
Let’s look at those a little more specifically. A poor goal is “I want to lose weight.” Then you lose a pound. Are you done?
It has to be measurable. When something is measurable you now know if you are ahead or behind schedule. I want to lose “X” amount of pounds, or “X” number of inches of my waist.
Some say the “A” stands for Attainable, Achievable, or Agreed upon. I often use Appropriate. It doesn’t make any sense to say I’m going to swim 20 minutes a day if you do not have access to water. It also has to be something that is attainable in your mind. If you don’t think you can do it, you probably won’t.
We need Realistic goals so we don’t set ourselves up to be discouraged. If we say, “I want to lose 10 pounds in 10 days,” that is not realistic (or healthy).
A goal without a timeline is a dream. You need to add time to your goals. I usually tell people just starting out to shoot for easy goals. This might be something like,  “I will walk for 10 minutes five times this week.” It’s specific. It is measurable. It’s realistic. It has a time line. Many people try, “I will lose 10 pounds in a month.” I prefer to put time elements on action items. If you do the action items, then you will be putting yourself in place to lose weight and get healthy.
               Example Goal:
               “I will walk on the treadmill for 30 minutes (specific), 4 days this week. “
Keep in mind that if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it. This goal is something that you need to believe you can do. It needs to be something that you want, and something you feel you can achieve. It needs to be achievable (notice I didn’t say easy). We just need to avoid those times when we set up something that is so hard that we give up.  Then we need to add a time element so we can measure ourselves and see if we are on time.
Don’t fret if you get behind. A guided missile is “Wrong” most of its path. It radios back and sees that it’s off path and adjusts. It then radios back, and makes more adjustments. Eventually it hits the target and everyone applauds. Nobody noticed that the missile was “wrong” for most of the flight. Make your adjustments, and continue on toward your goal.
Resources to Help You Kick Off the Year In The Right Direction
I used a Myotape to measure myselfso I can see where I am starting at (so I can celebrate when these numbers go down in the future). I basically measure areas at the thickest part.Here are some directions from SparkPeople.
If you need calorie tracking software check out our resources
My favorite Gadget for motivation is the Fitbit (it’s kind of like a pedometer on steroids).
Today at the gym I used my Heart Rate Monitor to push me to get my hear rate up.  I like the Timex models as you can change the batteries.
 
Focus on the Activity and the Results Will Follow
Some times we get fixated on the scale. Then if things don’t go the way we want, we can get discouraged and want to quit. What you may want to do is to put an activity into your goal. Such as I will walk on the treadmill for 30 minutes. This is measurable. Then after you establish that habit you can start focusing on the distance you are covering in that 30 minutes.
Keys to Keeping Your Resolution
WRITE THEM DOWNMost people have given up on their resolution by February because they haven’t thought about it since January 1st. Write it down, reflect on it, and keep doing all you can to accomplish it.
Don’t Keep Them To Your SelfLet your family and friends know what you are trying to do so they can help hold you accountable.
Don’t Look as Setbacks as FailuresLook kids fall down a BUNCH when they learn to walk. Learn each setback as a potential to learn some new information.
Make sure this is YOUR goal.If you don’t see the benefits of this goal, then you won’t but into it. You can’t do things for other people. You can try but you will stop when things get tough.
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28 Day Squat Challenge at hello Healthy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5425596Fri, 02 Jan 2015 23:20:14 +0000David JacksonWe have a long road ahead. We need to go into this with both eyes open. One of the ways we will dodge failure is by setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals S = SpecificM = MeasurableA = AttainableR = RealisticT = Timely Let’s look at those a little more...S = SpecificM = MeasurableA = AttainableR = RealisticT = Timely
Let’s look at those a little more specifically. A poor goal is “I want to lose weight.” Then you lose a pound. Are you done?
It has to be measurable. When something is measurable you now know if you are ahead or behind schedule. I want to lose “X” amount of pounds, or “X” number of inches of my waist.
Some say the “A” stands for Attainable, Achievable, or Agreed upon. I often use Appropriate. It doesn’t make any sense to say I’m going to swim 20 minutes a day if you do not have access to water. It also has to be something that is attainable in your mind. If you don’t think you can do it, you probably won’t.
We need Realistic goals so we don’t set ourselves up to be discouraged. If we say, “I want to lose 10 pounds in 10 days,” that is not realistic (or healthy).
A goal without a timeline is a dream. You need to add time to your goals. I usually tell people just starting out to shoot for easy goals. This might be something like,  “I will walk for 10 minutes five times this week.” It’s specific. It is measurable. It’s realistic. It has a time line. Many people try, “I will lose 10 pounds in a month.” I prefer to put time elements on action items. If you do the action items, then you will be putting yourself in place to lose weight and get healthy.
               Example Goal:
               “I will walk on the treadmill for 30 minutes (specific), 4 days this week. “
Keep in mind that if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it. This goal is something that you need to believe you can do. It needs to be something that you want, and something you feel you can achieve. It needs to be achievable (notice I didn’t say easy). We just need to avoid those times when we set up something that is so hard that we give up.  Then we need to add a time element so we can measure ourselves and see if we are on time.
Don’t fret if you get behind. A guided missile is “Wrong” most of its path. It radios back and sees that it’s off path and adjusts. It then radios back, and makes more adjustments. Eventually it hits the target and everyone applauds. Nobody noticed that the missile was “wrong” for most of the flight. Make your adjustments, and continue on toward your goal.
Resources to Help You Kick Off the Year In The Right Direction
I used a Myotape to measure myselfso I can see where I am starting at (so I can celebrate when these numbers go down in the future). I basically measure areas at the thickest part.Here are some directions from SparkPeople.
If you need calorie tracking software check out our resources
My favorite Gadget for motivation is the Fitbit (it’s kind of like a pedometer on steroids).
Today at the gym I used my Heart Rate Monitor to push me to get my hear rate up.  I like the Timex models as you can change the batteries.
 
Focus on the Activity and the Results Will Follow
Some times we get fixated on the scale. Then if things don’t go the way we want, we can get discouraged and want to quit. What you may want to do is to put an activity into your goal. Such as I will walk on the treadmill for 30 minutes. This is measurable. Then after you establish that habit you can start focusing on the distance you are covering in that 30 minutes.
Keys to Keeping Your Resolution
WRITE THEM DOWNMost people have given up on their resolution by February because they haven’t thought about it since January 1st. Write it down, reflect on it, and keep doing all you can to accomplish it.
Don’t Keep Them To Your SelfLet your family and friends know what you are trying to do so they can help hold you accountable.
Don’t Look as Setbacks as FailuresLook kids fall down a BUNCH when they learn to walk. Learn each setback as a potential to learn...]]>1363cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-starts-with-your-brain--5413850Attitude
Calories
Sleep
Activity
Water
Today we are going to focus on our attitude and more specifically negative self talk.
Negative self-talk can be a runaway train. Your mind goes around in circles replaying a negative event or your own shortcomings. You may think that you're getting in touch with your true feelings, but bad feelings have a way of getting worse the more attention you give them. Research shows that happy people do put bad days behind them. In a survey of 231 college students, those with a positive outlook were more likely to look back on negative events and report how much better things are for them now.
Talk Yourself Out of It
If negative self-talk came with an off switch, you could just flip it. But it doesn't. It takes a plan and some work to tone it down. Here are four ways to make it happen:

Distance yourself. You can't banish negative self-talk forever, but you can take a step back from it. When you notice negative self-talk occurring, address it like you would an opinionated third party. You might say, "Thanks for sharing," or "It's interesting you feel that way" and move on.
Distract yourself. "Over-thinking involves focusing on a train of thought that goes around and around. "You can stop that train of thought by focusing on something else." Try playing basketball, doing a crossword puzzle, or any other activity that fully engages your mind.
Call them on it. Give your negative thoughts the third-degree and they could crumble. You might ask yourself, "Is that really true?" or "Is there another way to look at this situation?" You may also look for benefits. If you missed that job promotion, are there any lessons for the future you can take from the situation? Or could another opportunity come out of it?
Save them for later. Set aside a time of day for negative self-talk. If you hear yourself doubting, blaming, or comparing yourself to others at another time of day, tell yourself you will come back to the conversation later. When the appointed time arrives, your negative thoughts may have lost most of their oomph.

Water Your Body App

 
Track your daily water consumption in an intuitive way, and because not everyone needs to drink the same amount, it is designed specifically for you.
Based on the revolutionary research done by health care professionals in recent years, we have learned just how critical it is, for your health, to maximize your individual water intake. This app is designed to perfect that routine.
A consistent routine with the proper amount of water in your diet will lead you to optimal overall health. Start today for a healthier tomorrow.
With your personal schedule being so hectic, it is difficult to manage how much water you have drank for the day. Finally, you have found the best solution available on the iPhone.
Immerse in an interactive, free-roaming interface to add cups or bottles of water towards your goal.
* Earn a daily and overall average grade on how well you are keeping up on your recommended amount.
* Touch and drag the containers around your table to organize them in your own special way.
* Customize your own specific water container, with images to choose from.
* Specify attributes from your personal lifestyle to get a scientifically proven daily water intake goal.
* Earn achievements for maintaining a long term high grade average.
* Use either US or metric measurements to track the amounts.
* View a line graph detailing the history of your water intake.
* Be reminded by the app icon itself of how many cups or bottles you have left to meet your goal.
* Create your own customized reminders that can notify you when you should drink more water.
* View the time and dates of every cup or bottle of water you have drank.
* Enjoy a plethora of useful facts and tips about water and human health.
 
The android app is cooler than the iOs version. You can choose your cup and other features. It's also free.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5413850Tue, 30 Dec 2014 18:50:20 +0000David JacksonWith the year sailing off into the past, we can panic when we thnk about all the things we need to do to get our weight under control. In the end it boils down to Attitude Calories Sleep Activity Water Today we are going to focus on our attitude and...Attitude
Calories
Sleep
Activity
Water
Today we are going to focus on our attitude and more specifically negative self talk.
Negative self-talk can be a runaway train. Your mind goes around in circles replaying a negative event or your own shortcomings. You may think that you're getting in touch with your true feelings, but bad feelings have a way of getting worse the more attention you give them. Research shows that happy people do put bad days behind them. In a survey of 231 college students, those with a positive outlook were more likely to look back on negative events and report how much better things are for them now.
Talk Yourself Out of It
If negative self-talk came with an off switch, you could just flip it. But it doesn't. It takes a plan and some work to tone it down. Here are four ways to make it happen:

Distance yourself. You can't banish negative self-talk forever, but you can take a step back from it. When you notice negative self-talk occurring, address it like you would an opinionated third party. You might say, "Thanks for sharing," or "It's interesting you feel that way" and move on.
Distract yourself. "Over-thinking involves focusing on a train of thought that goes around and around. "You can stop that train of thought by focusing on something else." Try playing basketball, doing a crossword puzzle, or any other activity that fully engages your mind.
Call them on it. Give your negative thoughts the third-degree and they could crumble. You might ask yourself, "Is that really true?" or "Is there another way to look at this situation?" You may also look for benefits. If you missed that job promotion, are there any lessons for the future you can take from the situation? Or could another opportunity come out of it?
Save them for later. Set aside a time of day for negative self-talk. If you hear yourself doubting, blaming, or comparing yourself to others at another time of day, tell yourself you will come back to the conversation later. When the appointed time arrives, your negative thoughts may have lost most of their oomph.

Water Your Body App

 
Track your daily water consumption in an intuitive way, and because not everyone needs to drink the same amount, it is designed specifically for you.
Based on the revolutionary research done by health care professionals in recent years, we have learned just how critical it is, for your health, to maximize your individual water intake. This app is designed to perfect that routine.
A consistent routine with the proper amount of water in your diet will lead you to optimal overall health. Start today for a healthier tomorrow.
With your personal schedule being so hectic, it is difficult to manage how much water you have drank for the day. Finally, you have found the best solution available on the iPhone.
Immerse in an interactive, free-roaming interface to add cups or bottles of water towards your goal.
* Earn a daily and overall average grade on how well you are keeping up on your recommended amount.
* Touch and drag the containers around your table to organize them in your own special way.
* Customize your own specific water container, with images to choose from.
* Specify attributes from your personal lifestyle to get a scientifically proven daily water intake goal.
* Earn achievements for maintaining a long term high grade average.
* Use either US or metric measurements to track the amounts.
* View a line graph detailing the history of your water intake.
* Be reminded by the app icon itself of how many cups or bottles you have left to meet your goal.
* Create your own customized reminders that can notify you when you should drink more water.
*...]]>1863cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cookies-and-stress-a-terrible-combination--5353388So the stress of the holidays compounded by mountains of cookies is not a good thing. 
We have to learn to deal with stress. Not only during the holidays but every day. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5353388Mon, 15 Dec 2014 05:00:00 +0000David JacksonA recent article from Jillian Michaels pointed out that when we have a very stressful situation we go into "Fight or flight" and the hormones released stop us from feeling hungry (which makes sense) but the problem is this happens even when we are not...So the stress of the holidays compounded by mountains of cookies is not a good thing. 
We have to learn to deal with stress. Not only during the holidays but every day. ]]>910cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/test-drive-your-post-weight-loss-surgery-lifestyle--5323403Why? Because her weight is not the problem. It is a symptom. Numerous people have had surgery and found ways around the shrunken stomachs to eat themselves fat. Why? Because their weight was a symptom. A symptom of a problem. What problem? I don't know, but THAT is what they need surgery on. They should be in therapy for that, not under a knife to remove half their stomach. 
When Was the Last Time You Vomited?
I think my friend is under estimating the discomfort of vomiting. She explain that if she eats to much she will vomit. I don't know about you, but if I can do ANYTHING to avoid vomiting I will. Don't forget the extra expense of the bills for paying for the surgery. Don't forget that in some cases you end up with a body that can't process nutrients anymore. See the story from NBC. 
Take Your New "Healthy" Lifestyle for a Test Drive
My friend says she can't eat "Crap anymore." So let's do that. Don't eat crap. Try vegetables and fruits for snacks. Don't eat pizza and if you do limit it to one piece. Track your calories RELIGIOUSLY, and if you DO go over, find something that is REALLY PHYSICALLY UNCOMFORTABLE to do (for me it might be eating liver). Do something you don't want to do. Why? Because after your surgery and your body is telling you "You better get to a bathroom RIGHT NOW," I'm pretty sure you're not going to want to do that either. 
Fix the Problem - Not the Symptom
There are so many things that cause us to go for the refrigerator. There is stress, emotional issues, job, family ,friends, etc. All of these are typical. These are the problem. We USE FOOD to dull the problem. We USE FOOD to dull the pain. If you're are not hungry FOOD IS NOT THE SOLUTION. 
It's simple, but its not easy. In fact, its very , very, hard. 
My friend pointed out that doing a podcast about weight loss hasn't helped me. I admitted I know what to do, but I don't do it. So now I'm motivated to do the right thing to help her see if you do the right stuff you CAN Lose weight. 
FULL STORY ON NBC]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5323403Sun, 07 Dec 2014 22:31:34 +0000David JacksonI have a friend of mine who is planning on having weight loss surgery. It doesn't matter what kind, but in the end it is probably not going to work.  Why? Because her weight is not the problem. It is a symptom. Numerous people have had surgery and...Why? Because her weight is not the problem. It is a symptom. Numerous people have had surgery and found ways around the shrunken stomachs to eat themselves fat. Why? Because their weight was a symptom. A symptom of a problem. What problem? I don't know, but THAT is what they need surgery on. They should be in therapy for that, not under a knife to remove half their stomach. 
When Was the Last Time You Vomited?
I think my friend is under estimating the discomfort of vomiting. She explain that if she eats to much she will vomit. I don't know about you, but if I can do ANYTHING to avoid vomiting I will. Don't forget the extra expense of the bills for paying for the surgery. Don't forget that in some cases you end up with a body that can't process nutrients anymore. See the story from NBC. 
Take Your New "Healthy" Lifestyle for a Test Drive
My friend says she can't eat "Crap anymore." So let's do that. Don't eat crap. Try vegetables and fruits for snacks. Don't eat pizza and if you do limit it to one piece. Track your calories RELIGIOUSLY, and if you DO go over, find something that is REALLY PHYSICALLY UNCOMFORTABLE to do (for me it might be eating liver). Do something you don't want to do. Why? Because after your surgery and your body is telling you "You better get to a bathroom RIGHT NOW," I'm pretty sure you're not going to want to do that either. 
Fix the Problem - Not the Symptom
There are so many things that cause us to go for the refrigerator. There is stress, emotional issues, job, family ,friends, etc. All of these are typical. These are the problem. We USE FOOD to dull the problem. We USE FOOD to dull the pain. If you're are not hungry FOOD IS NOT THE SOLUTION. 
It's simple, but its not easy. In fact, its very , very, hard. 
My friend pointed out that doing a podcast about weight loss hasn't helped me. I admitted I know what to do, but I don't do it. So now I'm motivated to do the right thing to help her see if you do the right stuff you CAN Lose weight. 
FULL STORY ON NBC]]>1187cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discipline-or-disappointment-your-choice--5245385Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment. - Jim Rohn
We must all suffer one of two things: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret or disappointment. - Jim Rohn
Winners embrace hard work. They love the discipline of it, the trade-off they're making to win. Losers, on the other hand, see it as punishment. And that's the difference. Lou Holtz
I value self-discipline, but creating systems that make it next to impossible to misbehave is more reliable than self-control. Tim Ferriss
Success isn't measured by money or power or social rank. Success is measured by your discipline and inner peace. Mike Ditka
It's Not an Age Thing
1) Helen Keller, at the age of 19 months, became deaf and blind. But that didn’t stop her. She was the first deaf and blind person to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree.2) Mozart was already competent on keyboard and violin; he composed from the age of 5.3) Shirley Temple was 6 when she became a movie star on “Bright Eyes.”4) Anne Frank was 12 when she wrote the diary of Anne Frank.5) Magnus Carlsen became a chess Grandmaster at the age of 13.6) Nadia Comăneci was a gymnast from Romania that scored seven perfect 10.0 and won three gold medals at the Olympics at age 14.7) Tenzin Gyatso was formally recognized as the 14th Dalai Lama in November 1950, at the age of 15.8) Pele, a soccer superstar, was 17 years old when he won the world cup in 1958 with Brazil.9) Elvis was a superstar by age 19.10) John Lennon was 20 years and Paul Mcartney was 18 when the Beatles had their first concert in 1961.11) Jesse Owens was 22 when he won 4 gold medals in Berlin 1936.12) Beethoven was a piano virtuoso by age 2313) Issac Newton wrote Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica at age 2414) Roger Bannister was 25 when he broke the 4 minute mile record15) Albert Einstein was 26 when he wrote the theory of relativity16) Lance E. Armstrong was 27 when he won the tour de France 17) Michelangelo created two of the greatest sculptures “David” and “Pieta” by age 2818) Alexander the Great, by age 29, had created one of the largest empires of the ancient world19) J.K. Rowling was 30 years old when she finished the first manuscript of Harry Potter20) Amelia Earhart was 31 years old when she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean21) Oprah was 32 when she started her talk show, which has become the highest-rated program of its kind22) Edmund Hillary was 33 when he became the first man to reach Mount Everest23) Martin Luther King Jr. was 34 when he wrote the speech “I Have a Dream."24) Marie Curie was 35 years old when she got nominated for a Nobel Prize in Physics 25) The Wright brothers, Orville (32) and Wilbur (36) invented and built the world's first successful airplane and making the first controlled, powered and sustained heavier-than-air human flight26) Vincent Van Gogh was 37 when he died virtually unknown, yet his paintings today are worth millions.27) Neil Armstrong was 38 when he became the first man to set foot on the moon.28) Mark Twain was 40 when he wrote "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer", and 49 years old when he wrote "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"29) Christopher Columbus was 41 when he discovered the Americas30) Rosa Parks was 42 when she refused to obey the bus driver’s order to give up her seat to make room for a white passenger31) John F. Kennedy was 43 years old when he became President of the United States32) Henry Ford Was 45 when the Ford T came out.33) Suzanne Collins was 46 when she wrote "The Hunger Games"34) Charles Darwin was 50 years old when his book On the Origin of Species came out.35) Leonardo Da Vinci was 51 years old when he painted the Mona Lisa.36) Abraham Lincoln was 52 when he became president.37) Ray Kroc Was 53 when he bought the McDonalds Franchise and took it to unprecedented levels.38) Dr. Seuss was 54 when he wrote "The Cat in the Hat".40) Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger III was 57 years old when he successfully ditched US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River in 2009. All of the 155 passengers aboard the aircraft survived41) Colonel Harland Sanders was 61 when he started the KFC Franchise42) J.R.R Tolkien was 62 when the Lord of the Ring books came out43) Ronald Reagan was 69 when he became President of the US44) Jack Lalane at age 70 handcuffed, shackled, towed 70 rowboats]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5245385Sun, 23 Nov 2014 19:02:56 +0000David JacksonTo enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one's family, to bring peace to all, one must first discipline and control one's own mind. If a man can control his mind he can find the way to Enlightenment, and all wisdom and virtue will naturally...Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment. - Jim Rohn
We must all suffer one of two things: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret or disappointment. - Jim Rohn
Winners embrace hard work. They love the discipline of it, the trade-off they're making to win. Losers, on the other hand, see it as punishment. And that's the difference. Lou Holtz
I value self-discipline, but creating systems that make it next to impossible to misbehave is more reliable than self-control. Tim Ferriss
Success isn't measured by money or power or social rank. Success is measured by your discipline and inner peace. Mike Ditka
It's Not an Age Thing
1) Helen Keller, at the age of 19 months, became deaf and blind. But that didn’t stop her. She was the first deaf and blind person to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree.2) Mozart was already competent on keyboard and violin; he composed from the age of 5.3) Shirley Temple was 6 when she became a movie star on “Bright Eyes.”4) Anne Frank was 12 when she wrote the diary of Anne Frank.5) Magnus Carlsen became a chess Grandmaster at the age of 13.6) Nadia Comăneci was a gymnast from Romania that scored seven perfect 10.0 and won three gold medals at the Olympics at age 14.7) Tenzin Gyatso was formally recognized as the 14th Dalai Lama in November 1950, at the age of 15.8) Pele, a soccer superstar, was 17 years old when he won the world cup in 1958 with Brazil.9) Elvis was a superstar by age 19.10) John Lennon was 20 years and Paul Mcartney was 18 when the Beatles had their first concert in 1961.11) Jesse Owens was 22 when he won 4 gold medals in Berlin 1936.12) Beethoven was a piano virtuoso by age 2313) Issac Newton wrote Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica at age 2414) Roger Bannister was 25 when he broke the 4 minute mile record15) Albert Einstein was 26 when he wrote the theory of relativity16) Lance E. Armstrong was 27 when he won the tour de France 17) Michelangelo created two of the greatest sculptures “David” and “Pieta” by age 2818) Alexander the Great, by age 29, had created one of the largest empires of the ancient world19) J.K. Rowling was 30 years old when she finished the first manuscript of Harry Potter20) Amelia Earhart was 31 years old when she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean21) Oprah was 32 when she started her talk show, which has become the highest-rated program of its kind22) Edmund Hillary was 33 when he became the first man to reach Mount Everest23) Martin Luther King Jr. was 34 when he wrote the speech “I Have a Dream."24) Marie Curie was 35 years old when she got nominated for a Nobel Prize in Physics 25) The Wright brothers, Orville (32) and Wilbur (36) invented and built the world's first successful airplane and making the first controlled, powered and sustained heavier-than-air human flight26) Vincent Van Gogh was 37 when he died virtually unknown, yet his paintings today are worth millions.27) Neil Armstrong was 38 when he became the first man to set foot on the moon.28) Mark Twain was 40 when he wrote "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer", and 49 years old when he wrote "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"29) Christopher Columbus was 41 when he discovered the Americas30) Rosa Parks was 42 when she refused to obey the bus driver’s order to give up her seat to make room for a white passenger31) John F. Kennedy was 43 years old when he became President of the United States32) Henry Ford Was 45 when the Ford T came out.33) Suzanne Collins was 46 when she wrote "The Hunger Games"34) Charles Darwin was 50 years old when his book On the Origin of Species came out.35) Leonardo Da Vinci was 51 years old when he painted the Mona Lisa.36) Abraham...]]>1446cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apple-health-app-and-two-others-reviewed--5072648Apple products are known for their ease of use. That was before the Health app from apple. I spent a lot of time just trying to input my age, sex, weight, etc. The other thing that seems really stupid is you input different ingrediants and minerals, etc individually. So have fun when you eat a salad figuring out how much of each mineral is in your food. This seems really stupid. You can only assume that there is more to his product that I am unaware of. This just seems so NOT an Apple product.
Zombies Run
Need some motivation? How about the sound of zombies coming up from behind? The sound on this is great. They really use stereo imaging to make it real. The only thing is there isn't much to do. I gained a bunch of objects, but I have no idea what to do with them .There was another thing missing. Zombies. Oh during the first few missions I was eaten by zombies, but I expected them to come out to play more often. I would often walk 5-10 minutes without a zombie approaching. I did later find out thst I could turn on my music (that would stop it from being boring). You can also listen to podcasts and they will automatically lower the podcast/music so you an hear the zombies or instructions. For me this app posed another problem and that was that it takes up almost 600 megs of storage. I have a 16 gig phone, and that's a chunk. If you are struggling for room for photos, this will be a challenge. I will be the first to say I didn't really give this my all, but out of the gate the game lost my attention and when I saw where future sessions would cost I lost more interest.
Fitbit Challenges
I LOVE my fitbit. It motivates me all the time. When you have friends that motivates me as well. Now they have added more motivational tools in the form of challenges. You can invite your firneds to a daily challenge, a weekend challenge, or a weekday challenge (winners win bragging rights). It's nice to see that other people are finding the time to move, and for me that is motivational. The best thing about the fitbit is they can be as low as $59. I use tie Fitbit one and it goes for around $99. Check out fitbits at fitbit.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5072648Sun, 12 Oct 2014 23:38:35 +0000David JacksonApple Health App Apple products are known for their ease of use. That was before the Health app from apple. I spent a lot of time just trying to input my age, sex, weight, etc. The other thing that seems really stupid is you input different...Apple products are known for their ease of use. That was before the Health app from apple. I spent a lot of time just trying to input my age, sex, weight, etc. The other thing that seems really stupid is you input different ingrediants and minerals, etc individually. So have fun when you eat a salad figuring out how much of each mineral is in your food. This seems really stupid. You can only assume that there is more to his product that I am unaware of. This just seems so NOT an Apple product.
Zombies Run
Need some motivation? How about the sound of zombies coming up from behind? The sound on this is great. They really use stereo imaging to make it real. The only thing is there isn't much to do. I gained a bunch of objects, but I have no idea what to do with them .There was another thing missing. Zombies. Oh during the first few missions I was eaten by zombies, but I expected them to come out to play more often. I would often walk 5-10 minutes without a zombie approaching. I did later find out thst I could turn on my music (that would stop it from being boring). You can also listen to podcasts and they will automatically lower the podcast/music so you an hear the zombies or instructions. For me this app posed another problem and that was that it takes up almost 600 megs of storage. I have a 16 gig phone, and that's a chunk. If you are struggling for room for photos, this will be a challenge. I will be the first to say I didn't really give this my all, but out of the gate the game lost my attention and when I saw where future sessions would cost I lost more interest.
Fitbit Challenges
I LOVE my fitbit. It motivates me all the time. When you have friends that motivates me as well. Now they have added more motivational tools in the form of challenges. You can invite your firneds to a daily challenge, a weekend challenge, or a weekday challenge (winners win bragging rights). It's nice to see that other people are finding the time to move, and for me that is motivational. The best thing about the fitbit is they can be as low as $59. I use tie Fitbit one and it goes for around $99. Check out fitbits at fitbit.com]]>1562cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sodas-are-the-new-cigarettes--5043844Where is The Sugar Information?
When I look at a box of Raisin bran, I see the daily percentages for fiber, salt, etc, but not for sugar. That's weird. When I look at a 12 ounce can of Mountain Dew there are 46 grams of sugar. There is no clue what percentage of my daily intake it is. Well according to the World Health Organization, that's because that one can of Mountain Dew (or insert your own sot drink of choice) may have close to DOUBLE the amount of sugar you need PER DAY. That ONE CAN is DOUBLE. They recommend 25 grams (ok, so almost double). The movie explains that sugar in these MAMMOTH amounts is toxic. Our liver can't handle it and we end up turning it into fat. Another cool part of the movie is where they show the tobacco heads telling congress that there is no link to cigarettes and lung cancer. Then the next clip is someone from the soft drink world telling congress that (according to a study that THEY PAID FOR) there is no link to soft drinks and diabetes. Really?
Why Isn't This More Well Known?
Because industry doesn't want it known. We ran tobacco right out of the country (almost), and they don't want to be next. When the mayor of new york tried to ban 64 ounce drinks everyone said he was trying to put in a police state. They get lots of publicity about how the government is trying to put in place a "Nanny state". They don't want it know that 80% of schools take money from Coke & Pepsi. They don't want it know than Pizza is now considered a vegetable (seriously?). How does this happen? Because the company that owns 80% of the pizza marketing in schools makes billions of dollars every year.
You Can Rent The Video at Amazon
You have to see this for yourself. It's a riveting 90 minutes that shows you just how bad we have become.

You Can Download it in iTunes You Can Purchase the DVD
More Information
Here is a report from CNN
Detailed Book About it
One of the doctors featured in the movie has now come out with a book called Fat Chance You can get the fat chance book as an audio book for free Help Support the Show]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5043844Sun, 05 Oct 2014 16:05:14 +0000David JacksonToday I share some insights into the movie Fed Up from the people of an unconventional truth and has Katie Couric. It is a straight shooting video that points out that we are just being lied to through the media as the food industries continues to...Where is The Sugar Information?
When I look at a box of Raisin bran, I see the daily percentages for fiber, salt, etc, but not for sugar. That's weird. When I look at a 12 ounce can of Mountain Dew there are 46 grams of sugar. There is no clue what percentage of my daily intake it is. Well according to the World Health Organization, that's because that one can of Mountain Dew (or insert your own sot drink of choice) may have close to DOUBLE the amount of sugar you need PER DAY. That ONE CAN is DOUBLE. They recommend 25 grams (ok, so almost double). The movie explains that sugar in these MAMMOTH amounts is toxic. Our liver can't handle it and we end up turning it into fat. Another cool part of the movie is where they show the tobacco heads telling congress that there is no link to cigarettes and lung cancer. Then the next clip is someone from the soft drink world telling congress that (according to a study that THEY PAID FOR) there is no link to soft drinks and diabetes. Really?
Why Isn't This More Well Known?
Because industry doesn't want it known. We ran tobacco right out of the country (almost), and they don't want to be next. When the mayor of new york tried to ban 64 ounce drinks everyone said he was trying to put in a police state. They get lots of publicity about how the government is trying to put in place a "Nanny state". They don't want it know that 80% of schools take money from Coke & Pepsi. They don't want it know than Pizza is now considered a vegetable (seriously?). How does this happen? Because the company that owns 80% of the pizza marketing in schools makes billions of dollars every year.
You Can Rent The Video at Amazon
You have to see this for yourself. It's a riveting 90 minutes that shows you just how bad we have become.

You Can Download it in iTunes You Can Purchase the DVD
More Information
Here is a report from CNN
Detailed Book About it
One of the doctors featured in the movie has now come out with a book called Fat Chance You can get the fat chance book as an audio book for free Help Support the Show]]>2240cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/change-your-brain-change-your-experience--5018753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5018753Mon, 29 Sep 2014 00:31:09 +0000David Jackson1500cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-habits-of-effective-people--4965525
Healthy people eat all the time (don't let yourself run on empty)
Healthy people are prepared (and don't get food from drive-thru, and vending machines)
Healthy people don't kill themselves at the gym (nothing crazy)
Healthy people work exercise into their daily routine (park away from the front of the zone, take the stairs).
Healthy people keep it simple (don't wait till you get the best gear)
Healthy people don't avoid the doctor
Healthy people grocery shop a lot]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4965525Sun, 14 Sep 2014 18:58:38 +0000David JacksonToday I'm wrapping up some of my thoughts on the book IMPOSSIBLE: How I Lost Nearly 400 Pounds Without Surgery I really like a segment on the 7 habits of healthy people . These inlcude: Healthy people eat all the time (don't let yourself run on...
Healthy people eat all the time (don't let yourself run on empty)
Healthy people are prepared (and don't get food from drive-thru, and vending machines)
Healthy people don't kill themselves at the gym (nothing crazy)
Healthy people work exercise into their daily routine (park away from the front of the zone, take the stairs).
Healthy people keep it simple (don't wait till you get the best gear)
Healthy people don't avoid the doctor
Healthy people grocery shop a lot]]>1452cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/television-challenge-own-your-actions--4942696https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4942696Mon, 08 Sep 2014 23:51:57 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about a challenge that if you are watching TV you need to be moving!. Also I talk about spoiled athletes who never have to own their actions. 831cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/times-up-breakfast-stats--4915683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4915683Mon, 01 Sep 2014 15:29:29 +0000David Jackson1327cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ask-the-podcast-coach-8-30-14--4908982https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4908982Sat, 30 Aug 2014 14:28:39 +0000David Jackson3914cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/focusing-on-what-s-important--4887724Enter Steven Covey
If you need help setting priorities, THE book you MUST read is called First Thing First by Steven Covery. It's a great book In it he point out some obvious stuff. We often jump on things that are urgent, but not important (we change our schedule so we can be home on time for "housewives"). The image below shows what to focus on: Important and urgent: The homework for your class is due Friday and its a big chunk of your grade. Urgent and not important: The phone rings during dinner. It seems urgent. When was the last time you took a life threatening phone call? Important but not Urgent: Your car needs an oil change, in 3,0000 miles. Not Urgent and Not Important: Anything on your Roku, or Apple TV.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4887724Mon, 25 Aug 2014 00:14:47 +0000David JacksonI went to a conference and one of the keynote speakers mentioned that we should schedule our lives to be run at 40%. Why? Because life happens, and that gets moved up to 80%. The problem is we schedule ourselves to be run at 100% (I know I did the...Enter Steven Covey
If you need help setting priorities, THE book you MUST read is called First Thing First by Steven Covery. It's a great book In it he point out some obvious stuff. We often jump on things that are urgent, but not important (we change our schedule so we can be home on time for "housewives"). The image below shows what to focus on: Important and urgent: The homework for your class is due Friday and its a big chunk of your grade. Urgent and not important: The phone rings during dinner. It seems urgent. When was the last time you took a life threatening phone call? Important but not Urgent: Your car needs an oil change, in 3,0000 miles. Not Urgent and Not Important: Anything on your Roku, or Apple TV.]]>1191cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ask-the-podcast-8-23-14--4882846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4882846Sat, 23 Aug 2014 14:27:39 +0000David Jackson4102cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/take-notice-of-tv-commercials--4838130Then after my drive home (hearing car dealer after car dealer) and I turned on the 6 PM news. What did I see when they went to commercial?
Drug ads. One after the other. Drug this, drug that to make you thin if you are fat. To make you happy if you are sad. To sharpen your mind, control your bladder, make the little solider salute, and more. 
Then after they tell you the benefits, there is at least 30 seconds of after effects including:
Death.
Diarrhea
Double vision
Suicidal Tendencies
Mood Swings
Liver failure
The list goes on and on. 
Why are drug dealers spending so much time and money on Television Advertisements?
Because its where (unhealthy people  - their target market) are congregating. Turn off the TV, and get walking .
 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4838130Mon, 11 Aug 2014 01:34:27 +0000David JacksonToday its a  quick show but I noticed something. When I'm in the car I hear tons of advertisements for cars. Why? Because there are a ton of people who listen to the radio in their cars. Hence it makes sense for car dealers to advertise on the radio....Then after my drive home (hearing car dealer after car dealer) and I turned on the 6 PM news. What did I see when they went to commercial?
Drug ads. One after the other. Drug this, drug that to make you thin if you are fat. To make you happy if you are sad. To sharpen your mind, control your bladder, make the little solider salute, and more. 
Then after they tell you the benefits, there is at least 30 seconds of after effects including:
Death.
Diarrhea
Double vision
Suicidal Tendencies
Mood Swings
Liver failure
The list goes on and on. 
Why are drug dealers spending so much time and money on Television Advertisements?
Because its where (unhealthy people  - their target market) are congregating. Turn off the TV, and get walking .
 ]]>902cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-if-you-were-healthy--4812614Sit in any chair,
Shop in the "normal" section
Smile standing in front of a mirror naked
Not see a gut when you take off your shirt. 
Not feel your back fat flopping when running
Feel more energetic.
Make a list of everything you would do. Then stop and close your eyes and try to FEEL what they would be like. Remember that feeling. You need this to help you push through when you're not having a good day. 
Ben Franklin Was Right
Think about it. If you say up at night what do you do? 
Watch TV - Nothing else is open
Eat Fast Food - nothing else is open
See lots of food commercials - advertisers aren't dumb
So start going to be earlier. There is a reason this slogan has been around so long (Early to be and early to rise makes a person healthy, wealthy, and wise). ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4812614Sun, 03 Aug 2014 23:35:41 +0000David JacksonToday I'm out with my portable recorder and taking you along as I walk to find some food. I'm still reading the book Impossible and the last chapter he asked, "What would you do if you were healthy?" Maybe its something like: Sit in any chair, Shop in...Sit in any chair,
Shop in the "normal" section
Smile standing in front of a mirror naked
Not see a gut when you take off your shirt. 
Not feel your back fat flopping when running
Feel more energetic.
Make a list of everything you would do. Then stop and close your eyes and try to FEEL what they would be like. Remember that feeling. You need this to help you push through when you're not having a good day. 
Ben Franklin Was Right
Think about it. If you say up at night what do you do? 
Watch TV - Nothing else is open
Eat Fast Food - nothing else is open
See lots of food commercials - advertisers aren't dumb
So start going to be earlier. There is a reason this slogan has been around so long (Early to be and early to rise makes a person healthy, wealthy, and wise). ]]>1215cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/restaurants-how-many-times-a-month-are-you-giving-up-control--4788635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4788635Tue, 29 Jul 2014 02:53:30 +0000David Jackson1641cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/asl-the-podcast-coach-7-26-14--4779425https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4779425Sat, 26 Jul 2014 14:28:25 +0000David Jackson3913cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-facebook-making-you-fat--4755598I was at a Casting Crowns concert and Mark Hall the lead singer made a great point. You start a diet when you are full and feel awful. You are inspired by the way you feel. You jump into everything you see. You buy P90X, and schedule time to jog every day after you do the work out, you buy Shakeology and get on the monthly program. It's Sunday night. You're pumped up. While you are waiting for the new tools to arrive, something happens. You get hungry. You are strong and ready to take on the world because you're full.  When you are hungry you get weak. The problem is many times you are not hungry for food. You are hungry for love (ladies) and men you are hungry for respect. You are hungry for sleep, money, and many other things, but you try to fill that hole with food. Stay strong. Identify your weaknesses.
Is Facebook Making you Fat?
Instead of mirror  mirror on the wall who is the fairest one of all, we are saying smart phone show me the facebook, tell me how my life should look. Tell me tell me instagram, tell me who you think I am. When we compare ourselves to others, we fall into traps. All the sudden the Ford focus we were happy with, is no longer good enough because the neighbor got some new fancy hybrid car with a cooler stereo. We  need to adopt the attitude of gratitude. When we compare ourselves we are guaranteed to find to find something we don't have and focus on it. This creates a want, that we can't fill. But we will try - with food. Notice I didn't say a need. I said it creates a want. Nobody is posting, "Hey I just gained 5 pounds", or , "My son just got busted for drugs again." Facebook is not real. Don't believe the hype. Now I love facebook. It allows me to stay connected with friends and family. I also realize that this is not a 100% true picture of their life. 6 Reasons You're Gaining Weight

You are following every trend
Your life has changed
You're getting older (it's true)
You could use some sleep
You're losing muscle
It's time to review what's working

P90X 3 Is Now Only 30 minutes a Day
Have you heard about Tony Horton's new fitness program—P90X3®? It's based on his breakthrough Muscle Acceleration system, designed to help you burn fat, build lean muscle, and get ripped in 30 minutes a day. Tony took advantage of new science—which shows the greatest physical benefit of a workout comes in the first 30 minutes—by creating short, targeted, explosive routines that are specifically structured to maximize that initial 30-minute window of opportunity. We're talking no wasted time, no unnecessary movements, and no loss of intensity. The result? Each 30-minute workout leaves you looking like you've been tearing it up in the gym all day, every day. And you can modify most of the moves, so anyone at any fitness level can do it. I've also arranged it so that I can get you a bonus workout DVD—Tony Horton's P90X ONE on ONE® "On One Leg" (a $19.95 value)—FREE when you order P90X3 through me. Just pop by my website at www.logicalloss.com/beachbody and follow the P90X3 banner. Or just contact me directly and I'll walk you through how to get the best deal on what is probably the biggest game-changer I've seen in fitness in a long time. There is even a P90X app now to help you track your workouts]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4755598Sun, 20 Jul 2014 16:02:37 +0000David JacksonWhy Diet's Are Doomed I was at a Casting Crowns concert and Mark Hall the lead singer made a great point. You start a diet when you are full and feel awful. You are inspired by the way you feel. You jump into everything you see. You buy P90X, and...I was at a Casting Crowns concert and Mark Hall the lead singer made a great point. You start a diet when you are full and feel awful. You are inspired by the way you feel. You jump into everything you see. You buy P90X, and schedule time to jog every day after you do the work out, you buy Shakeology and get on the monthly program. It's Sunday night. You're pumped up. While you are waiting for the new tools to arrive, something happens. You get hungry. You are strong and ready to take on the world because you're full.  When you are hungry you get weak. The problem is many times you are not hungry for food. You are hungry for love (ladies) and men you are hungry for respect. You are hungry for sleep, money, and many other things, but you try to fill that hole with food. Stay strong. Identify your weaknesses.
Is Facebook Making you Fat?
Instead of mirror  mirror on the wall who is the fairest one of all, we are saying smart phone show me the facebook, tell me how my life should look. Tell me tell me instagram, tell me who you think I am. When we compare ourselves to others, we fall into traps. All the sudden the Ford focus we were happy with, is no longer good enough because the neighbor got some new fancy hybrid car with a cooler stereo. We  need to adopt the attitude of gratitude. When we compare ourselves we are guaranteed to find to find something we don't have and focus on it. This creates a want, that we can't fill. But we will try - with food. Notice I didn't say a need. I said it creates a want. Nobody is posting, "Hey I just gained 5 pounds", or , "My son just got busted for drugs again." Facebook is not real. Don't believe the hype. Now I love facebook. It allows me to stay connected with friends and family. I also realize that this is not a 100% true picture of their life. 6 Reasons You're Gaining Weight

You are following every trend
Your life has changed
You're getting older (it's true)
You could use some sleep
You're losing muscle
It's time to review what's working

P90X 3 Is Now Only 30 minutes a Day
Have you heard about Tony Horton's new fitness program—P90X3®? It's based on his breakthrough Muscle Acceleration system, designed to help you burn fat, build lean muscle, and get ripped in 30 minutes a day. Tony took advantage of new science—which shows the greatest physical benefit of a workout comes in the first 30 minutes—by creating short, targeted, explosive routines that are specifically structured to maximize that initial 30-minute window of opportunity. We're talking no wasted time, no unnecessary movements, and no loss of intensity. The result? Each 30-minute workout leaves you looking like you've been tearing it up in the gym all day, every day. And you can modify most of the moves, so anyone at any fitness level can do it. I've also arranged it so that I can get you a bonus workout DVD—Tony Horton's P90X ONE on ONE® "On One Leg" (a $19.95 value)—FREE when you order P90X3 through me. Just pop by my website at www.logicalloss.com/beachbody and follow the P90X3 banner. Or just contact me directly and I'll walk you through how to get the best deal on what is probably the biggest game-changer I've seen in fitness in a long time. There is even a P90X app now to help you track your workouts]]>1676cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/both-sides-of-only-one--4728337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4728337Sun, 13 Jul 2014 14:47:56 +0000David Jackson682cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-oz-gets-spanked-spree-fitness-headband--4645046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4645046Sun, 22 Jun 2014 18:41:39 +0000David Jackson1883cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-motivational-power-of-tough-love--4611538Tips from Someone Who Lost 80 Lbs
Here is the video we were listening to http://youtu.be/REG9iKC0YcQ
Mentioned in this Show
Logical Losers Accountability Club (cheaper than weight watchers) Shakeology (Shakeology is so incredibly healthy, there's no other single food item out there that can supply you with all the nutrients, vitamins, proteins, and minerals in the amounts you need the way one delicious shake can.)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4611538Sat, 14 Jun 2014 18:56:02 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about some reviews we've received in iTunes. Sometimes its hard to hear negative things about you, but you need to stop and ask if there is any validity to comments. In some cases, there are. Here is the one that really got me. It was...Tips from Someone Who Lost 80 Lbs
Here is the video we were listening to http://youtu.be/REG9iKC0YcQ
Mentioned in this Show
Logical Losers Accountability Club (cheaper than weight watchers) Shakeology (Shakeology is so incredibly healthy, there's no other single food item out there that can supply you with all the nutrients, vitamins, proteins, and minerals in the amounts you need the way one delicious shake can.)]]>1667cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ask-the-podcast-coach-6-14-14--4610593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4610593Sat, 14 Jun 2014 14:29:30 +0000David Jackson3857cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-settle-for-an-unhealthy-lifestyle--4585954Why is it that we won't settle for some things, but we lay back and let people poison our food. We convince ourselves that we "deserve" a break and then accept food that tricks our brain into thinking we are not full (so we keep eating). Did you know that on a label, the ingredients are listed in the order the amount? See how often SUGAR is number 2 or 3 on the list. See how many of the ingredients you can't pronounce.
Bob is my new friend on fitbit and says, "Dave you need to say no to family and friends" (and he's right).]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4585954Sun, 08 Jun 2014 17:19:02 +0000David JacksonIf you want to lose weight you need to make your own food, and measure everything you eat. You eyes deceive you. One trick you can do is eat on smaller plates. It sounds silly, but you eyes think its a lot of food when its not as much. Why is it that...Why is it that we won't settle for some things, but we lay back and let people poison our food. We convince ourselves that we "deserve" a break and then accept food that tricks our brain into thinking we are not full (so we keep eating). Did you know that on a label, the ingredients are listed in the order the amount? See how often SUGAR is number 2 or 3 on the list. See how many of the ingredients you can't pronounce.
Bob is my new friend on fitbit and says, "Dave you need to say no to family and friends" (and he's right).]]>1184cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-if-a-doctor-told-you-to-stop--4556349https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4556349Sun, 01 Jun 2014 15:18:18 +0000David JacksonToday I'm still sharing from the book IMPOSSIBLE: How I Lost Nearly 400 Pounds Without Surgery and I'm finding it amazing. He talks about forcefeeders, and on Memorial Day I was faced with quite a few. Now, let me stop right there. Nobody put a gun to...1323cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-steps-to-lasting-weight-loss-no-more-victim-mentality--4485429https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4485429Sun, 18 May 2014 17:10:09 +0000David JacksonToday we again look at the book Impossible: How I lost 400 lbs. It's a great book and today is based on the chapter about taking steps for lasting weight loss. I think the part that jumped out at me is that we have to be honest with ourselves. We have...1821cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-ready-to-lose-weight--4455665https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4455665Mon, 12 May 2014 04:04:49 +0000David JacksonToday I share some insights I'm getting from a great book called IMPOSSIBLE: How I Lost Nearly 400 Pounds Without Surgery . We had the author Bryan Ganey on a few episodes ago, and I'm just now getting around to reading his book. WOW IS IT AWESOME....1555cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/putting-yourself-first--4423205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4423205Sun, 04 May 2014 17:42:36 +0000David JacksonI am at a bit of a crossroads. I really need to start making progress, so today I take off for a walk and bring you along as we talk about putting yourself first, and by exercising first you can't take that away. I realize that you can eat away any...2062cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ben-greenfield-on-his-new-book-beyond-training-mastering-endurance-health-life--4394523https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4394523Sun, 27 Apr 2014 20:07:12 +0000David JacksonBen Greenfield is a coach, author, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete. His science-based approach to discovering a potent balance between health and performance has revolutionized the way thousands of athletes and exercise enthusiasts...1790cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-19-26--4359539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4359539Sat, 19 Apr 2014 14:30:52 +0000David Jackson3715cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nike-training-club-opportuniteas-reviewed--4334335https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4334335Sun, 13 Apr 2014 20:12:23 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about how Americans and how we seem to take every occasion we can to eat. Last week my father passed away from cancer at the age of 84. What did people do? They brought me food. While I appreciate it, I think this is mainly so we can eat...2260cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nike-training-club-opportuniteas-reviewed--4334118Nike Training Club Reviewed [6:14]
I was listening to your podcast where you reviewed the app "Pump Up" and wanted to suggest another for you.Recently, Nike produced a workout app for functional training.  The idea is to use minimal equipment so you can do it anywhere.  I do mine in the group studio at my gym.  All you need is a mat and an occasional piece of equipment. It is called Nike Training Club and it is FREE on Android and Apple.  Its the best I've found out there.  It will generate workouts for you, and talk to you and time you so the only thing you need to focus on is your body. It sounds a lot like Pump Up that you reviewed, but this one is free and talks to you.  I Like it, and I've been recommending it to everyone who likes this kind of training.  Check it out.  It has a lot of variability.
Best of luck to you, I enjoy your reviews on your podcast!
 
Check out the Nike Training Club
-Cassie
 
Daily Affirmations [14:48]
Today I provied some things to repeat like, "I will eat healthier and continue to exercise." Courtesy of the Wellness 365 app.
GMO Bills are Coming to Congress [17:11]
We need to educate ourselves on what is being put into our food. While we get focused on who wins the voice, or dancing with the stars, chemical companies are earning billions by pumping junk into our food. Write your congressmen to fight this. Here are the articles. Food Labeling Bill Food Labeling comes to Congress Contact your representatives in Congress and demand that they vote against this pro-GMO bill, and then contact the bill's sponsors—Rep. Pompeo, Rep. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Rep. G.K. Butterfield (D-NC)—and express your outrage at their support! You can also submit a letter to your representatives on the Center for Food Safety's website.
Opportuniteas Review [23:00]
I'm not a huge fan of unsweatened tea, so I was worried when Greg from opportunities sent me a sample. It has all sorts of ingrediants and nutrients. According to their website, "Opportuniteas makes it incredibly easy to get the very best foods for health and nothing else.  Our tea blends are natural, nutrient dense formulas designed to cover the needs of active people. You get phenomenal nutritional insurance because we use a wide variety of ingredients from nature. This makes it easy to avoid nutrient deficiencies and optimize total body health. Whole foods sourced in their natural form boost energy. You can feel the difference." The jar is sealed for my protection and the scoop that comes with it is the perfect size if you are trying to dump it into your water bottle (its a very small scoop which is why you can get 40 servings from a single jar). I was glad that my original reaction was not BLURGGHH!. It wasn't bad (again this from a person who is not an unsweetened tea fan). The good news as this is something you mix, you are in complete control of the strength of your tea. As this is a powder you could also use it in smoothies baking and other recipes. So as I'm not a huge tea drinker and this didn't make me spit it out, I'm guessing if you are a tea drinker you will love this stuff. The best part is it calculates to 75 cents a serving which sure beats the $1.50 I would pay for a bottle of something from Lipton out of the vending machine that isn't nearly as healthy (and I have no control over the strength of the tea).
Not a fan of Tea?
Here are some things (from the Opportuniteas website) you can add to your tea to give it a new flavor: Honey Coconut Oil Grass Fed Butter (really?) Grass Fed Ghee
Money Back Guarantee
If you're worried about ordering something over the internet, Opportuniteas offers a 60 day money back guarantee.
Taco Bell's Breakfast Menu [31:00]

No, that honor goes to the A.M. Crunchwrap—eggs, cheese, meat (sausage, steak, or bacon), and a hash brown wrapped in flour tortilla. If you order one with sausage, you’ll get 710 calories, 46 grams of fat, and 1,150 milligrams of sodium. That’s 70 percent of the fat and 50 percent of the sodium you should have in an entire day. The wraps with bacon or steak will save you 50 or so calories and about 5 grams of fat, but they contain even more sodium.


By comparison, the Waffle Taco looks like health food. And while it’s no nutritional star, it is one of the better picks in the fast food arena—provided you stick with only one. (The Crunchwrap is twice the size.) The egg and cheese version has 260 calories, 13 grams of fat, and 420 milligrams of sodium. With sausage, it has 370 calories, 23 grams of fat, and 550 milligrams of sodium Full article

Join The Logical Loser's Accountability Club!
Stanford University found that simply receiving a check-in phone call that asked about your progress every two weeks increased the amount of exercise participants did by 78% on average. Meanwhile, the Department of Kinesiology at Indiana University found that couples who worked out separately had a 43% dropout rate, while those who went to the gym together had only a 6.3% dropout rate. The Köhler Effect is, in a nutshell, not wanting to be the “weakest link” in a group or partnership. Specifically, working out with someone more fit than you will, in turn, make you more fit. JOIN THE LOGICAL LOSERS CLUB]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4334118Sun, 13 Apr 2014 20:05:10 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about how Americans and how we seem to take every occasion we can to eat. Last week my father passed away from cancer at the age of 84. What did people do? They brought me food. While I appreciate it, I think this is mainly so we can eat...Nike Training Club Reviewed [6:14]
I was listening to your podcast where you reviewed the app "Pump Up" and wanted to suggest another for you.Recently, Nike produced a workout app for functional training.  The idea is to use minimal equipment so you can do it anywhere.  I do mine in the group studio at my gym.  All you need is a mat and an occasional piece of equipment. It is called Nike Training Club and it is FREE on Android and Apple.  Its the best I've found out there.  It will generate workouts for you, and talk to you and time you so the only thing you need to focus on is your body. It sounds a lot like Pump Up that you reviewed, but this one is free and talks to you.  I Like it, and I've been recommending it to everyone who likes this kind of training.  Check it out.  It has a lot of variability.
Best of luck to you, I enjoy your reviews on your podcast!
 
Check out the Nike Training Club
-Cassie
 
Daily Affirmations [14:48]
Today I provied some things to repeat like, "I will eat healthier and continue to exercise." Courtesy of the Wellness 365 app.
GMO Bills are Coming to Congress [17:11]
We need to educate ourselves on what is being put into our food. While we get focused on who wins the voice, or dancing with the stars, chemical companies are earning billions by pumping junk into our food. Write your congressmen to fight this. Here are the articles. Food Labeling Bill Food Labeling comes to Congress Contact your representatives in Congress and demand that they vote against this pro-GMO bill, and then contact the bill's sponsors—Rep. Pompeo, Rep. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Rep. G.K. Butterfield (D-NC)—and express your outrage at their support! You can also submit a letter to your representatives on the Center for Food Safety's website.
Opportuniteas Review [23:00]
I'm not a huge fan of unsweatened tea, so I was worried when Greg from opportunities sent me a sample. It has all sorts of ingrediants and nutrients. According to their website, "Opportuniteas makes it incredibly easy to get the very best foods for health and nothing else.  Our tea blends are natural, nutrient dense formulas designed to cover the needs of active people. You get phenomenal nutritional insurance because we use a wide variety of ingredients from nature. This makes it easy to avoid nutrient deficiencies and optimize total body health. Whole foods sourced in their natural form boost energy. You can feel the difference." The jar is sealed for my protection and the scoop that comes with it is the perfect size if you are trying to dump it into your water bottle (its a very small scoop which is why you can get 40 servings from a single jar). I was glad that my original reaction was not BLURGGHH!. It wasn't bad (again this from a person who is not an unsweetened tea fan). The good news as this is something you mix, you are in complete control of the strength of your tea. As this is a powder you could also use it in smoothies baking and other recipes. So as I'm not a huge tea drinker and this didn't make me spit it out, I'm guessing if you are a tea drinker you will love this stuff. The best part is it calculates to 75 cents a serving which sure beats the $1.50 I would pay for a bottle of something from Lipton out of the vending machine that isn't nearly as healthy (and I have no control over the strength of the tea).
Not a fan of Tea?
Here are some things (from the Opportuniteas website) you can add to your tea to...]]>2260cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sugar-vs-fat-eating-yoga-mats-pumpup-app-review--4266733https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4266733Mon, 31 Mar 2014 00:52:24 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about a pair of identical twins who do an experiment with one doing a low carb diet and the other doing an almost non fat diet. We also talk about ADA (azodicarbonamide) in our food. This is a spongy substance that can be used in things...1490cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sugar-vs-fat-eating-yoga-mats--4266295https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4266295Mon, 31 Mar 2014 00:05:53 +0000David Jackson1490cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-29-14--4259472https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4259472Sat, 29 Mar 2014 14:31:59 +0000David Jackson3700cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/progress-vs-perfection--4233613https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4233613Mon, 24 Mar 2014 02:06:23 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about some new fun tools such as the Digital Measuring Tape and the Mio Alpha (a strapless heartrate monitor that states a 99% accuarcy – for $199). I recently purchased a heart rate monitor from Wahoo Fitness that works with my iPhone....1561cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/progress-vs-perfection--4233468Should You Ever Call a Woman Fat?
I talk about this article that says there are times when its OK to call a woman fat. The author mentions that in this case because the person calling her fat was her mother it was OK. What do you think?

Do you think you could handle your Mom calling you fat?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4233468Mon, 24 Mar 2014 02:04:58 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about some new fun tools such as the Digital Measuring Tape and the Mio Alpha (a strapless heartrate monitor that states a 99% accuarcy - for $199). I recently purchased a heart rate monitor from Wahoo Fitness that works with my iPhone....Should You Ever Call a Woman Fat?
I talk about this article that says there are times when its OK to call a woman fat. The author mentions that in this case because the person calling her fat was her mother it was OK. What do you think?

Do you think you could handle your Mom calling you fat?]]>1561cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-22-14--4226383https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4226383Sat, 22 Mar 2014 14:31:21 +0000David Jackson3725cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/soak-fitness-spray-reviewed-healthy-habits-that-may-not-be-healthy--4761256Soak Fitness Spray Reviewed
I know I need to life weights. I know that leads to discomfort many times (we all know to start slow, but most of us don't). So how do I make these awful feeling go away? How to I get my muscles to loosen up? Wen I searched the web I found a product that is dedicated to one thing: get you and your muscles to relax and heal. That product is called Soak Fitness. I bought the spray bottle (as I'm not one for using the bath tub except for showers). I went to the gym, and lifted lots of weights with my legs. The next day, I had achieved my goal of having sore muscles. When I went to bed, I sprayed one leg with Soak Fitness, and the other I did nothing. The next day, the leg I sprayed had less pain then the one that I didn't spray.
It Catches You Off Guard
The one thing I was not expecting was the aroma of Soak Fitness. It has Peppermint in it, and the smell will clear your sinuses immediately. This makes it easy to breathe, which leads to relaxation. It also has oils that feel cool when you spray it. In essence you go from going "ow my legs hurt," to "what is that feeling on my leg?" you are switching one sensation for another. The smell seems to wear off soon (much like Ben Gay, or Icy Hot).
Does Soak Fitness Work?
For me I noticed less pain in the leg I sprayed then the one that didn't receive treatment. I don't think this is a cure all, but for days when we over do it I can see where this would help you reduce your pain.
Mentioned in this Episode
5 Healthy Habits that Aren't  10 Daily Habits that mess with your health]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4761256Mon, 17 Mar 2014 16:00:00 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about use of Soak Fitness, and some habits you may be doing that may seem smart or healthy but research is saying its not. Soak Fitness Spray Reviewed I know I need to life weights. I know that leads to discomfort many times (we all know...Soak Fitness Spray Reviewed
I know I need to life weights. I know that leads to discomfort many times (we all know to start slow, but most of us don't). So how do I make these awful feeling go away? How to I get my muscles to loosen up? Wen I searched the web I found a product that is dedicated to one thing: get you and your muscles to relax and heal. That product is called Soak Fitness. I bought the spray bottle (as I'm not one for using the bath tub except for showers). I went to the gym, and lifted lots of weights with my legs. The next day, I had achieved my goal of having sore muscles. When I went to bed, I sprayed one leg with Soak Fitness, and the other I did nothing. The next day, the leg I sprayed had less pain then the one that I didn't spray.
It Catches You Off Guard
The one thing I was not expecting was the aroma of Soak Fitness. It has Peppermint in it, and the smell will clear your sinuses immediately. This makes it easy to breathe, which leads to relaxation. It also has oils that feel cool when you spray it. In essence you go from going "ow my legs hurt," to "what is that feeling on my leg?" you are switching one sensation for another. The smell seems to wear off soon (much like Ben Gay, or Icy Hot).
Does Soak Fitness Work?
For me I noticed less pain in the leg I sprayed then the one that didn't receive treatment. I don't think this is a cure all, but for days when we over do it I can see where this would help you reduce your pain.
Mentioned in this Episode
5 Healthy Habits that Aren't  10 Daily Habits that mess with your health]]>1816cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/soak-fitness-spray-reviewed-healthy-habits-that-may-not-be-healthy--4202221https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4202221Mon, 17 Mar 2014 05:00:29 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about use of Soak Fitness, and some habits you may be doing that may seem smart or healthy but research is saying its not. Soak Fitness Spray Reviewed I know I need to life weights. I know that leads to discomfort many times (we all know...1816cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/soak-fitness-spray-reviewed-healthy-habits-that-may-not-be-healthy--4199861Soak Fitness Spray Reviewed
I know I need to life weights. I know that leads to discomfort many times (we all know to start slow, but most of us don't). So how do I make these awful feeling go away? How to I get my muscles to loosen up? Wen I searched the web I found a product that is dedicated to one thing: get you and your muscles to relax and heal. That product is called Soak Fitness. I bought the spray bottle (as I'm not one for using the bath tub except for showers). I went to the gym, and lifted lots of weights with my legs. The next day, I had achieved my goal of having sore muscles. When I went to bed, I sprayed one leg with Soak Fitness, and the other I did nothing. The next day, the leg I sprayed had less pain then the one that I didn't spray.
It Catches You Off Guard
The one thing I was not expecting was the aroma of Soak Fitness. It has Peppermint in it, and the smell will clear your sinuses immediately. This makes it easy to breathe, which leads to relaxation. It also has oils that feel cool when you spray it. In essence you go from going "ow my legs hurt," to "what is that feeling on my leg?" you are switching one sensation for another. The smell seems to wear off soon (much like Ben Gay, or Icy Hot). 
Does Soak Fitness Work?
For me I noticed less pain in the leg I sprayed then the one that didn't receive treatment. I don't think this is a cure all, but for days when we over do it I can see where this would help you reduce your pain. 
Mentioned in this Episode
5 Healthy Habits that Aren't 
10 Daily Habits that mess with your health]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4199861Sun, 16 Mar 2014 18:02:45 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about use of Soak Fitness, and some habits you may be doing that may seem smart or healthy but research is saying its not.  Soak Fitness Spray Reviewed I know I need to life weights. I know that leads to discomfort many times (we all know...Soak Fitness Spray Reviewed
I know I need to life weights. I know that leads to discomfort many times (we all know to start slow, but most of us don't). So how do I make these awful feeling go away? How to I get my muscles to loosen up? Wen I searched the web I found a product that is dedicated to one thing: get you and your muscles to relax and heal. That product is called Soak Fitness. I bought the spray bottle (as I'm not one for using the bath tub except for showers). I went to the gym, and lifted lots of weights with my legs. The next day, I had achieved my goal of having sore muscles. When I went to bed, I sprayed one leg with Soak Fitness, and the other I did nothing. The next day, the leg I sprayed had less pain then the one that I didn't spray.
It Catches You Off Guard
The one thing I was not expecting was the aroma of Soak Fitness. It has Peppermint in it, and the smell will clear your sinuses immediately. This makes it easy to breathe, which leads to relaxation. It also has oils that feel cool when you spray it. In essence you go from going "ow my legs hurt," to "what is that feeling on my leg?" you are switching one sensation for another. The smell seems to wear off soon (much like Ben Gay, or Icy Hot). 
Does Soak Fitness Work?
For me I noticed less pain in the leg I sprayed then the one that didn't receive treatment. I don't think this is a cure all, but for days when we over do it I can see where this would help you reduce your pain. 
Mentioned in this Episode
5 Healthy Habits that Aren't 
10 Daily Habits that mess with your health]]>1816cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-15-14--4194569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4194569Sat, 15 Mar 2014 14:31:23 +0000David Jackson3858cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/garcinia-cambogia-meet-the-new-boss--4168091www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeGarcinia Cambogia – Meet the New Boss]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4168091Sun, 09 Mar 2014 17:52:59 +0000David JacksonRemember Acai? It was a super food that some Doctor on Oprah said was a super food! Harvested in the rainforests of Brazil, açaí tastes like a vibrant blend of berries and chocolate. Everyone jumped on it and oddly enough you don't hear so much about...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Promote 4 Times More Weight Loss Than Diet and Exercise
Boost Energy
Deliver Rich in Antioxidants To Your Body
Promote Cardiovascular and Digestive Health
Affordable
Helps Remove Belly Fat





What is HCA?
Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) is a derivative of citric acid that is found in a variety of tropical plants. According to Wikipedia, "Laboratory and animal studies of HCA have produced results that indicate a potential for modulation of lipid metabolism.[2] However, a clinical study has demonstrated that HCA has no effect in terms of weight loss or reduction of fat mass.[3]" According to WebMD, "Garcinia is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when used for 12 weeks or less. Long-term safety is unknown. Garcinia can cause nausea, digestive tract discomfort, and headache."
How Much To Take?
500-1000 MG before each meal not to exceed 3000 mg per day. If you go over 3000 consult your doctor for permission. Take it on an empty stomach 30- 60 minutes before you eat your meal to get the maximum effect. Do not take it if you're pregnant. As this is a supplement (and not regulated) there isn't much information.
Haven't We Seen This Before?
If there truly was a pill that would allows us to sit on the couch and lose weight -without nasty side effects - wouldn't we have found it? Do you ever notice that most of this "Super food" is great when used with a regular helping of diet and exercise. Wouldn't diet and exercise give you positive results without messing with your liver in the first place? There is a magic pill. It's call diet and exercise. Don't fall for this crap. If you do buy it, use this affiliate link, and let me know if it works (I'm pretty sure it's a scam).  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4167817Sun, 09 Mar 2014 17:52:09 +0000David JacksonRemember Acai? It was a super food that some Doctor on Oprah said was a super food! Harvested in the rainforests of Brazil, açaí tastes like a vibrant blend of berries and chocolate. Everyone jumped on it and oddly enough you don't hear so much about...
Promote 4 Times More Weight Loss Than Diet and Exercise
Boost Energy
Deliver Rich in Antioxidants To Your Body
Promote Cardiovascular and Digestive Health
Affordable
Helps Remove Belly Fat





What is HCA?
Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) is a derivative of citric acid that is found in a variety of tropical plants. According to Wikipedia, "Laboratory and animal studies of HCA have produced results that indicate a potential for modulation of lipid metabolism.[2] However, a clinical study has demonstrated that HCA has no effect in terms of weight loss or reduction of fat mass.[3]" According to WebMD, "Garcinia is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when used for 12 weeks or less. Long-term safety is unknown. Garcinia can cause nausea, digestive tract discomfort, and headache."
How Much To Take?
500-1000 MG before each meal not to exceed 3000 mg per day. If you go over 3000 consult your doctor for permission. Take it on an empty stomach 30- 60 minutes before you eat your meal to get the maximum effect. Do not take it if you're pregnant. As this is a supplement (and not regulated) there isn't much information.
Haven't We Seen This Before?
If there truly was a pill that would allows us to sit on the couch and lose weight -without nasty side effects - wouldn't we have found it? Do you ever notice that most of this "Super food" is great when used with a regular helping of diet and exercise. Wouldn't diet and exercise give you positive results without messing with your liver in the first place? There is a magic pill. It's call diet and exercise. Don't fall for this crap. If you do buy it, use this affiliate link, and let me know if it works (I'm pretty sure it's a scam).  ]]>1925cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-content-flow--4162041https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4162041Sat, 08 Mar 2014 15:40:47 +0000David Jackson3205"podcastconsulting",podcastingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-portion-control-easy--4136062www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMaking Portion Control Easy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4136062Mon, 03 Mar 2014 05:00:46 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about how I watched the video about the 21 day fix and I saw where this is a system with a food plan, and built in portion control. I wanted to see what other kind of products have built in portion control. Here is a quick video if you'd...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMaking Portion Control Easy]]>1751cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/goals-to-keep-you-motivate-without-using-the-scale--4099251www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeGoals to Keep You Motivate Without Using the Scale]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4099251Sun, 23 Feb 2014 21:40:20 +0000David JacksonToday we talk about goals that DON'T require you to step on a scale that "gamify" the weight loss journey. Also, can we switch from calling it weight LOSS to health GAIN? Performance Goals Goals like an unassisted chin up. Some feat that you haven't...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeGoals to Keep You Motivate Without Using the Scale]]>1663cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cut-calories-without-feeling-hungry--4070763www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCut Calories Without Feeling Hungry]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4070763Tue, 18 Feb 2014 03:54:28 +0000David JacksonToday we have a quick show with some tips on allowing your body to feel full without making yourself hungry. I also talk how I finally got under 212 (FINALLY). We also talk about the opportunity clock instead of the alarm clock. The tips are: 1. Drink...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCut Calories Without Feeling Hungry]]>1051cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cut-calories-without-feeling-hungry--4070383I also talk how I finally got under 212 (FINALLY).
We also talk about the opportunity clock instead of the alarm clock. 
The tips are:
1. Drink a glass of water before the meal
2. Wear clothes that have buttons and such (no sweat pants) that help remind you to slow down
3. Use veggies to fill up on.
4. Make your plates and the color of your food have a high contrast.
5. Put the carps on the top (not the base)
6. S L O W   D O W N
7. Eat food that take some effort to eat
8. Don't eat from the bag
9. Eat some soup. 
 
 Check out logicallosers.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4070383Tue, 18 Feb 2014 03:52:03 +0000David JacksonToday we have a quick show with some tips on allowing your body to feel full without making yourself hungry.  I also talk how I finally got under 212 (FINALLY). We also talk about the opportunity clock instead of the alarm clock.  The tips are: 1....I also talk how I finally got under 212 (FINALLY).
We also talk about the opportunity clock instead of the alarm clock. 
The tips are:
1. Drink a glass of water before the meal
2. Wear clothes that have buttons and such (no sweat pants) that help remind you to slow down
3. Use veggies to fill up on.
4. Make your plates and the color of your food have a high contrast.
5. Put the carps on the top (not the base)
6. S L O W   D O W N
7. Eat food that take some effort to eat
8. Don't eat from the bag
9. Eat some soup. 
 
 Check out logicallosers.com]]>1051cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fitorbit-impressions-quenching-your-thirst-for-soda--4020337www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFitOrbit Impressions – Quenching Your Thirst for Soda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4020337Sat, 08 Feb 2014 06:20:19 +0000David JacksonToday I explain how I signed up for Fitorbit.com a site that pairs you with a personal trainer. I'm looking forward to it, but the accountability is through the roof. We also get some great articles about what soda does to your body, and what steps...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFitOrbit Impressions – Quenching Your Thirst for Soda]]>2475cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fit-at-last-common-weight-loss-habits--4019023www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFit At Last – Common Weight Loss Habits]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019023Mon, 03 Feb 2014 05:00:33 +0000David JacksonToday I share some insights from the book, "Fit at Last" by Ken Blanchard (author of the One Minute Manager). We also look at some of the common habits of people who are successfully losing weight. Fit At Last I just started reading this book. I've...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBryan Ganey Lost 400 Lbs and Said NO MORE!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019044Mon, 27 Jan 2014 05:00:36 +0000David JacksonI don't do too many interviews but Bryan Ganey has an amazing story. He found himself around 600 lbs in a hospital bed with the doctors telling him to have weight loss surgery. Over and over he heard it was "impossible" to lose the weight on his own....www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBryan Ganey Lost 400 Lbs and Said NO MORE!]]>3043cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/planning-and-execution--4019019www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoePlanning And Execution]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019019Sun, 19 Jan 2014 05:14:56 +0000David JacksonToday I was reading an article about growing churches, and one things that growing churches have in common is they share a vision, they plan ahead, and then they execute.  So when I came across an article on Shine (yahoo) that stated how to lose...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoePlanning And Execution]]>1523cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/6-calories-a-minute-writing-down-your-goals--4019025www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoe6 Calories a Minute – Writing Down Your Goals]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019025Sat, 11 Jan 2014 19:57:34 +0000David JacksonNow through March 31, 2014 you can get 50% off the Logical Losers Accountability Club by using the coupon code save50 when you sign up. Would You Walk for 3.5 Miles For Those Fries? If McDonald's fries are 390 calories, using this calorie burning...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMy Reward Was Feeling Like I Was Going to Die]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019021Mon, 06 Jan 2014 05:00:38 +0000David JacksonDeath By Spaghetti This podcast was recorded on January 1 2014. My gym wasn't open and here in Cleveland we got a bunch of snow over night. I decided to walk to my office and take you with me. I tell you the story of how I planned to eat a large plate...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMy Reward Was Feeling Like I Was Going to Die]]>2548cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/logical-losers-accountability-club-smoothing-out-the-scale-tools--4019024www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeLogical Losers Accountability Club – Smoothing Out The Scale Tools]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019024Mon, 30 Dec 2013 20:24:46 +0000David JacksonToday I announce the launch of my new Fitness Accountability Club which will feature live weekly calls, a private facebook group, goal tracking software, tutorials on how to track your calories (you need to – you can't manage what you don't track),...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeLogical Losers Accountability Club – Smoothing Out The Scale Tools]]>2613cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-make-sure-you-exercise-over-the-holidays--4019020www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeHow to Make Sure You Exercise Over the Holidays]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019020Mon, 23 Dec 2013 23:00:54 +0000David JacksonYes its busy. Yes there are parties and events to attend, but your weight loss journey does not stop because of other events on the calendar. Here are some steps you can take to make sure you don't fall off the fitness wagon. 1. Pack your gear. Have...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeHow to Make Sure You Exercise Over the Holidays]]>1828cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nothing-tastes-better-than-freedom--4019022www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNothing Tastes Better Than Freedom]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019022Sun, 15 Dec 2013 21:54:47 +0000David JacksonToday I share some success that I've been having. I created an Excel spreadsheet to calculate and show if I'm on track. I'm current involved in a Dietbet where there are thousands of dollars up for grabs if I lose 5% of my body weight in a month. ...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNothing Tastes Better Than Freedom]]>1830cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mynetdiary-com-reviewed--4019030www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMyNetDiary.com Reviewed]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019030Mon, 09 Dec 2013 04:17:23 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about getting ready for my six month Dietbet where I have a shot at earning part of the $11,000 pot in a month. I've dusted off my stationary bike, and I'm really focusing on my food (it's always the food).   MyNetDiary.com Reviewed I've...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMyNetDiary.com Reviewed]]>2198cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/health-based-challenges-counting-to-ten-to-help-you-save-10--4019057www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeHealth Based Challenges – Counting to Ten To Help You Save 10]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019057Mon, 02 Dec 2013 05:00:01 +0000David JacksonIf Someone Was Paying Me – I'd Exercise Every Day If that sentence describes you, I have some new updates on tools that provide ways to benefit from getting off the couch. Earndit.com has challenges that you can set up (for friends and family,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYou're Only As Good As Your Competition – 12 Tips To Survive ThanksGiving]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019038Tue, 26 Nov 2013 04:32:57 +0000David JacksonThanksgiving is a holiday that helps us reflect on what we're thankful for. It can also cause many well-intentioned dieters a great deal of stress. The overwhelming majority of us are hard-wired to indulge on Thanksgiving. In fact, Thanksgiving is...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeTrain Your Brain – The Power of Affirmations]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019036Tue, 19 Nov 2013 01:57:29 +0000David JacksonToday we interview Dana Wilde author of the Book Train Your Brain How to Build a Million Dollar Business in Record Time. It was kind of funny, I didn't realize that the book was geared towards small business at first (As I just saw train your brain)....www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYour Food Eating Plan]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019027Sun, 10 Nov 2013 05:37:46 +0000David JacksonI started using a great software called You Need a Budget that allows you to track your income and expenses via your phone and PC. They don't do a ton of stuff like like Quicken or mint.com. They don ONE thing very, very well. They track your income...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYour Food Eating Plan]]>1849cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/distracting-yourself-with-games-goji-play-makes-exercising-fun--4019026www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeDistracting Yourself With Games Goji Play Makes Exercising Fun]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019026Fri, 25 Oct 2013 05:21:28 +0000David JacksonI recently switched to myfitnesspal.com (MFP) as it worked with the BodyMedia Link (which I recently purchased. One of the things you can sync your MFP account with is a fun tool called Blue Goji. Today I talk about some articles i read that review it...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeDistracting Yourself With Games Goji Play Makes Exercising Fun]]>2213cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-biggest-loser-season-starts-tonight-new-gadgets--4019029www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNew Biggest Loser Season Starts Tonight – New Gadgets!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019029Tue, 15 Oct 2013 04:37:31 +0000David JacksonToday I am pumped up about the new season of the Biggest Loser. I am armed with a new Body Media Link system (like the ones on the show and I'll be talking about them We also bust some fitness myths. Mentioned on the Show today. The biggest Loser...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNew Biggest Loser Season Starts Tonight – New Gadgets!]]>1762cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eat-less-exercise-more-still-true--4019028www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeEat Less Exercise More – Still True]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019028Sun, 06 Oct 2013 17:51:08 +0000David JacksonToday I find some stories on the Internet where science is backing up the following: 1. It's the food 2. We need to exercise more 3. Every little bit helps 4. A calorie is calorie 5. Calories in need to be less than calories out. Tracking Your...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Benefits of Gratitude]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019035Sun, 29 Sep 2013 18:40:37 +0000David JacksonI found a poem about Grattiude that got me thinking: “Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire, If you did, what would there be to look forward to? Be thankful when you don’t know something For it gives you the opportunity to...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCan You Do More Than You Think?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019064Fri, 20 Sep 2013 02:48:51 +0000David JacksonToday's episode is different. It was recorded in the stairwell of the federal building in Downtown Cleveland on my lunch hour. I had tried to climb the stairs the day before. I made it five floors. I felt horrible about my performance and came...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCould You Walk There Instead?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019041Fri, 13 Sep 2013 01:17:55 +0000David JacksonToday I relay the story of walking to the grocery store on my lunch. It helped pass the time, and I got my exercise in. I also talk about the Essential NLP Podcast Series from Phil Parker where he talk about stating your goals in a positive manner....www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCould You Walk There Instead?]]>984cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-habit-3-2-1-turn--4019050www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Power of Habit – 3, 2, 1, TURN!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019050Mon, 02 Sep 2013 16:28:30 +0000David JacksonToday I explain my observations on the power of habits. I recently had to put my dog of 14 years (Dudley ) to sleep. It was hard, but I got through it. What I've learned though is the incredible power of habit as the little things I did with my dog,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Power of Habit – 3, 2, 1, TURN!]]>1059cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcdonald-s-burgers-unfit-for-human-consumption-carepass--4019034www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMcDonald’s Burgers “Unfit for human consumption” – Carepass]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019034Tue, 06 Aug 2013 03:44:52 +0000David JacksonOrganize All Your Health Data in Carepass You can set your unique health and fitness goals with CarePass. It then helps you discover relevant apps that you can connect to CarePass to see your progress. Most apps suggested by CarePass are from leading...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMcDonald’s Burgers “Unfit for human consumption” – Carepass]]>907cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-farmer-and-the-hunter--4019031www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Farmer and the Hunter]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019031Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:17:01 +0000David JacksonToday we talk about how we all want to be hunters (where you quickly get to eat) instead of farmers (where you work hard over a long period time and have a large harvest). When you are a farmer it requires knowledge, faith, dedication, and hard work....www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Farmer and the Hunter]]>1878cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/battling-anxiety-and-depression--4019039www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBattling Anxiety and Depression]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019039Mon, 08 Jul 2013 05:00:18 +0000David JacksonToday we look at some tips from a cheat sheet on dealing with Anxiety and Depression. Could this be you? Here are some signs: I worry all the time. I feel like a complete and utter failure. My appetite isn’t what it should be. I feel like I can’t...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBattling Anxiety and Depression]]>1623cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/31-replacements-for-fat-talk--4019033www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoe31 Replacements for Fat Talk]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019033Sun, 16 Jun 2013 16:59:07 +0000David JacksonFat talk is body-specific speech that focuses on the size, shape, weight, or appearance of someone’s body in relation to being fat or thin Aside from hurting your own or others’ self esteem, another reason not to engage in fat talk is because it may...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoe31 Replacements for Fat Talk]]>1976fattalk,podcast,weightlosscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kicking-your-but-to-the-curb--4019048www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeKicking Your "But" to the Curb]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019048Mon, 27 May 2013 05:00:46 +0000David JacksonToday I share with you some ways to change the wording that goes on in your head. You can always find an excuse to not do the right thing. Found an article on sparkpeople.com that spotlighted 15 different ways to change the way you think about eating...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeKicking Your "But" to the Curb]]>2102cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-can-t-run-away-from-yourself--4019042www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYou Can't Run Away From Yourself]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019042Mon, 13 May 2013 05:00:37 +0000David JacksonToday I explain how I felt kind of ashamed doing the podcast as I wasn't losing any weight. I had started off the year on the right track, but then I started to fall into bad habits. In the same way that staying away from the podcast didn't make my...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYou Can't Run Away From Yourself]]>1854coachkevind,podcast,weightlosscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacon-makes-it-better--4019045www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBacon Makes it Better?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019045Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:27:06 +0000David JacksonHave no fear, bacon is here! With Americans gobbling up more than 1.7 billion pounds of bacon each year, Destination America brings bacon buffs what they crave with an all-new series, UNITED STATES OF BACON. Each episode features our hog-wild host,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Hardest Exercise You Will Ever Do Is…]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019040Tue, 26 Mar 2013 02:48:38 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about the hardest exercise I will ever have to do. This podcast is a glimpse inside my mind (where the true battle for fitness takes place) and I'm sharing it as I feel there are others who feel the same way. It's not my typical episode,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeSlow and Steady Is Not So Bad]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019049Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:17:18 +0000David JacksonIn this week's episode I talk about the following: 1. I "Flunked out" of Leanness Lifestyle University 2. Owning the fact that this "Failure" is really MY fault. 3. Not being first does not mean you're last 4. Define what you call success. I'm losing...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeSlow and Steady Is Not So Bad]]>1621cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-new-take-on-pain--4019047www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeA New Take on Pain]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019047Wed, 27 Feb 2013 21:11:23 +0000David JacksonIn today's show, I'm glad to be down to 208.2, but I had recorded this on my usual (Saturday) I was at 210 (Slightly up). The key point is that your success will have hurdles. I've had great success this year dropping each week, but I knew eventually...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeJust Doing It]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019052Wed, 20 Feb 2013 05:00:28 +0000David JacksonToday I'm proud to announce that I'm down to 211.8 (I started the year at 217). Part of it has been my participation in Leanness Lifestyle University. This means I know that someone is going to review my food, and my activity. It is the ultimate...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeJust Doing It]]>1784cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/accountability-partner-tom-jordan-journaling--4019051www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeAccountability Partner – Tom Jordan – Journaling]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019051Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:00:42 +0000David JacksonFitness Accountability Partner Today Dave introduces another new friend. Last week we met Dave Greenwalt of Lifestyle 180, and this week Dave introduces Tom Jordan who is going to appear on the show every now and then to help hold Dave accountable....www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeAccountability Partner – Tom Jordan – Journaling]]>2841cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lifestyle-180-get-healthy-and-win-cash--4019053www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeLifestyle 180 – Get Healthy and Win Cash]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019053Tue, 29 Jan 2013 02:24:46 +0000David JacksonToday we have the return of David Greenwalt who is a certified wellness coach, and I wanted to share some information about his Lifestyle 180 course. If you've never heard about this course its a great course. This isn't one of those weight loss...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeLifestyle 180 – Get Healthy and Win Cash]]>2128cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-working-so-far--4019046www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeWhat is Working So Far]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019046Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:54:00 +0000David JacksonToday I'm glad to report I'm down to 214.2 (from 217 last episode). What's different? 1. I'm exercising 30 minutes at least two times a week (using Gym Pact) 2. I cut my soda drinking to almost none, and now if I do drink a Mountain Dew, I drink a 12...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeWhat is Working So Far]]>1596cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fitness-uprising-using-your-anger--4019058www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFitness Uprising – Using Your Anger]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019058Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:43:57 +0000David JacksonI started off this year setting a record for me 217 lbs. I've been doing this podcast for three years and I would love to know how much weight I've "re-lost." I'm disappointed. I'm angry. It appears I have no control when it comes to food. I could say...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFitness Uprising – Using Your Anger]]>1526cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-organized-and-get-fit--4019054www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeGet Organized and Get Fit]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019054Mon, 31 Dec 2012 05:00:52 +0000David JacksonMy First Gym Pact Experience I just got to use the Gym Pact app for the first time. Here are some of the lessons I learned. 1. I need to be outside the gym for my GPS to pick up a signal to allow me to check in 2. I also need to wait to […]Help...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeGet Organized and Get Fit]]>2229cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fun-wrist-gadgets-to-inspire-weight-loss-grocery-lists-on-steroids--4019060www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFun Wrist Gadgets To Inspire Weight Loss – Grocery Lists on Steroids]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019060Sun, 23 Dec 2012 02:24:12 +0000David JacksonI want to thank Dave Shapiro for pointing me to Shopwell. This is a cool system for those who have an iPhone.  I don't have an iPhone yet, but I went ahead and signed up. I told I was interested in general health, weight maintenance, and that I had...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFun Wrist Gadgets To Inspire Weight Loss – Grocery Lists on Steroids]]>1742cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-does-catch-up-with-you--4019059www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeIt Does Catch Up With You]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019059Tue, 11 Dec 2012 02:05:24 +0000David JacksonJust a quick blurb to explain why the show is going to be hit and miss for a week or so… I'll be back. Take your fitness to the next level join the Logical Weight Loss Accountability Club and get the support and knowledge you need to be...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeIt Does Catch Up With You]]>242cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-calories-on-fast-food-mennus-making-a-difference--4019056www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeAre Calories on Fast Food Mennus Making a Difference]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019056Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:00:57 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about a study that was completed in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine that watched fast food menus from 1997 to 2010. During this time McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, Taco Bell, KFC, Arby's, Jack in the Box and Dairy Queen,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeAre Calories on Fast Food Mennus Making a Difference]]>1188cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healthier-options-for-thanksgiving--4019066www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeHealthier Options for Thanksgiving]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019066Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:42:31 +0000David JacksonToday we look at an article on Sparkpeople.com on how you can cut the calories (but not the flavor) of the traditional Thanksgiving meal. It is AMAZING how many calories are some of the traditional foods. One of the things you want to pay attention to...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeHealthier Options for Thanksgiving]]>1438cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/excuse-busting-truths-new-striiv-sparkpeople-and-fitbit--4019062https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019062Mon, 05 Nov 2012 03:26:35 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about some new technical updates at striiv, fitbit and sparkpeople team up, we get first impresisons of Leanness Lifestyle University, and we have some Excuse Busting Truths1730cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leanness-lifestyle-univeristy--4019063https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019063Sat, 27 Oct 2012 13:46:16 +0000David Jackson1905cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weight-loss-motivation-snippets--4019069https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019069Mon, 15 Oct 2012 03:21:36 +0000David Jackson2284cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-november-weight-loss-challenges--4019061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019061Wed, 10 Oct 2012 01:54:31 +0000David 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03 Aug 2012 22:31:16 +0000David Jackson1991cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-imposed-deadlines-that-cause-stress--4019088https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019088Tue, 24 Jul 2012 13:06:25 +0000David Jackson1974cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weight-reduction-need-thought-redirection--4019068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019068Sun, 08 Jul 2012 19:56:21 +0000David Jackson1730cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fake-it-till-you-make-it--4019086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019086Sun, 24 Jun 2012 19:27:21 +0000David Jackson2476cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/never-too-late-to-turn-around--4019067https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019067Sun, 17 Jun 2012 21:23:11 +0000David Jackson2070cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/put-your-money-where-your-mouth-is--4019073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019073Sat, 02 Jun 2012 19:55:07 +0000David Jackson1440cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-addiction-digging-in-the-dirt--4019078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019078Sun, 27 May 2012 23:23:26 +0000David Jackson2156cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/overcoming-overeating-we-re-all-stoned-on-food--4019076https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019076Sun, 20 May 2012 18:41:50 +0000David Jackson2680cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-weight-of-the-nation--4019094https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019094Sun, 13 May 2012 19:29:42 +0000David Jackson2255cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/so-you-want-to-quit--4019079https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019079Tue, 01 May 2012 15:22:36 +0000David Jackson1688cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hate-looking-at-the-scale-quantum-scale-helps-you-focus-on-the-positve--4019110https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019110Sun, 22 Apr 2012 04:16:51 +0000David Jackson1881cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/want-to-lose-weight-put-your-money-where-your-mouth-is--4019083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019083Sun, 22 Apr 2012 03:53:00 +0000David Jackson1671cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/surgery-is-not-the-answer--4019084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019084Sat, 07 Apr 2012 15:30:54 +0000David Jackson2186cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/obeying-does-not-come-easy--4019093https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019093Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:08:25 +0000David Jackson1919cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grocery-lists-the-first-step-to-fitness--4019095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019095Sat, 24 Mar 2012 18:37:11 +0000David Jackson2294cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stiiv-vs-fitbit-and-new-fitdeck-nutrition-tools--4019080https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019080Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:15:51 +0000David Jackson1515cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jumping-rope-sports-bras-losing-weight-with-insane-schedules--4019114https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019114Sat, 25 Feb 2012 22:35:21 +0000David Jackson1973cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reflections-on-losing-100-pounds--4019081https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019081Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:06:35 +0000David Jackson2169cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/its-a-pedometer-no-wait-it-s-a-game-it-s-both--4019082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019082Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:16:49 +0000David Jackson1881cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/competitions-start-tomrorow--4019091https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019091Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:23:05 +0000David Jackson324cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-jesus-name-we-train-jimmy-pena--4019101[easyazon-image-link asin="B005NHQ1WQ" alt="Prayfit: 33-Day Total Body Challenge" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51d6G-tKv7L._SL160_.jpg" align="left" width="114" height="160"] PrayFit 33-Day Total Body Challenge utilizes the Christian faith to inspire those with weight loss goals and is a complete workout and motivational system designed to burn calories, build lean muscle and bolster your faith, helping to reshape your entire body in 33 minutes a day for 33 days.  Ideal for any fitness level, the workout includes a highly efficient 33-minute workout that combines cardio, strength and core moves for total body results in a limited amount of time, requiring no extra equipment.  The program works because it demands progression and challenges you to give your best effort. The key is to do more today than you did yesterday.  As Jimmy says, “Yesterday’s best is today’s quest.”  To encourage you to stay the course, Jimmy includes faith-based motivation throughout the workout and created weekly “PrayFit Minute” devotionals to inspire you to improve your life by honoring the one who made you.
 
We also talk about his book Prayfit: Your Guide to A Healthy Body and A Stronger Faith in 28 Days which churches are now using in combination with the DVD to create study groups, and bring the talk of taking care of the gift that is your body back into the church.
We answer questions such as "If I'm doing both, should I do cardio or strength training first?"
For daily inspiration, forums, nutrition, newsletters, swag, as well as videos check out www.prayfit.com
Download the DVD  in iTunes
 

 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019101Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:12:05 +0000David JacksonToday we have a guest, and not just any guest! Jimmy Pena is the founder of Prayfit and has worked with people like Mario Lopez, LL Cool J, and Tyler Perry to create National Best Selling Books and DVDs. Today we talk about his new DVD called...[easyazon-image-link asin="B005NHQ1WQ" alt="Prayfit: 33-Day Total Body Challenge" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51d6G-tKv7L._SL160_.jpg" align="left" width="114" height="160"] PrayFit 33-Day Total Body Challenge utilizes the Christian faith to inspire those with weight loss goals and is a complete workout and motivational system designed to burn calories, build lean muscle and bolster your faith, helping to reshape your entire body in 33 minutes a day for 33 days.  Ideal for any fitness level, the workout includes a highly efficient 33-minute workout that combines cardio, strength and core moves for total body results in a limited amount of time, requiring no extra equipment.  The program works because it demands progression and challenges you to give your best effort. The key is to do more today than you did yesterday.  As Jimmy says, “Yesterday’s best is today’s quest.”  To encourage you to stay the course, Jimmy includes faith-based motivation throughout the workout and created weekly “PrayFit Minute” devotionals to inspire you to improve your life by honoring the one who made you.
 
We also talk about his book Prayfit: Your Guide to A Healthy Body and A Stronger Faith in 28 Days which churches are now using in combination with the DVD to create study groups, and bring the talk of taking care of the gift that is your body back into the church.
We answer questions such as "If I'm doing both, should I do cardio or strength training first?"
For daily inspiration, forums, nutrition, newsletters, swag, as well as videos check out www.prayfit.com
Download the DVD  in iTunes
 

 ]]>1527cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-top-weight-loss-competitions-sites--40191181. In the end if someone really wants to cheat, they will (you could always strap your fitbit to your dog...). Cheaters never win... in the long run. 2. There are more sites than these, but some of them were obviously just a tool to splash TONS of advertisements in front of you. I have one of those listed in this review, and I'll tell you when we get there. 3. Each has its own charm with different features.
After looking at these I created some competitions.
1. Skinnyo.com is completely free. It only has room for 16 people so hurry.
2. Thintopia.com is asking for $5 per person (if you want to play for free you can, but the prize money will go to the highest percentage of weight loss who paid).Check it out.
3. If you have a tracking device (like a fitbit, or bodymedia), we have a $5 entry fee at the earndit.com site. This one should be interesting. The person with the most points wins. Sign up
Now let's take a look at some of the sites:
Fitocracy is the game you play to improve your fitness. Play it to track your progress, compete against your friends, and get real results in your physical fitness. They are working on having a droid app (there is a mobile site). It's free, but you can be a "hero" for $5 a month to help support the site.  You can create a group, and the look at the leaders in your group for a certain period of time. The focus of fitocracy is exercise. You can track your workout stats (reps, weight, etc). You can track cardio, and you can create routines that you repeat. Depending on what you do, you earn points. I was playing with it Internet Explorer 8 and it seemed to have some formatting issues. When I tried it on my phone, I had some issues (droid). Looks cool, and has potential. It just needs a little touch up. I will definitely check it out in a few months. It is in Beta, and you need an invite to play (contact me, or use the link above). Lots of potential here, especially for those gym rats. Even if this wasn't a competition, having a web site that can track your exercise for free is cool.
 In the past I've used Weight Loss Wars. It is a website where you can join a challenge, or start your own. It costs $10 to participate, but it does allthe calculations for you. You can even create a "private" challenge (for say your church group, work group, etc).  The competition only shows the change in weight, and you can choose to hide your weight in your profile (or only reveal it to friends). Visiting this site you will see a fair amount of ads. The site itself is somewhat "ho-hum" on the looks side but it does the job. There are blogs, journals, and other tools there as well. You can have it set to have a cash prize, but you would handle that outside of their site (using something like paypal).
Skinnyo.com is also free to use (unless you want a private competition where you select who is participating which costs $10). Skinnyo.com limits you to 16 people (either playing against each other or you can have up to 8 teams).  Skinnyo only shows your weight differences to other users not your weight. If don't have a giant group, and want to have teams this is a cool option. The way they calculate challenge winners is by the total weight lost during the challenge (which I think means percentage of weight loss?). If you're looking to do teams, this would be my choice. I'm currently kicking the tires on this site and will let you know.
Thintopia.com is another great site that is 100% completely free, and yet not overrun with ads (there are some, but a tolerable amount).  It's from a software engineer named Micah Stubblefield. I love that its just some dude in his basement (like me), and he is truggling with his weight (like me). There are no limits to the number of people you can have in your competition. I don't see an option for teams, but again your weight is not displayed only your change. Micah answered all my emails, and seems like a very cool dude. If you want to have a "Private" competition all you need to do is assign a password, and only those people who you give the password to will have access to join. Unless I needed teams, (and without using the site yet) this to me seems to be the clear winner. The site has great content. It's easy to navigate. While it lacks a "FAQ" page, my questions were answered in minutes - not days. I'm currently kicking the tires on this site and will let you know.
Earndit.com is a great site for those who are worried about people cheating. earndit.com assigns points that come from people who are using a tracking device like a fitbit, or bodymedia, or Nike+, Garmin, Runkeeper, etc. You get 10 points for running a mile, and 3 points for biking a mile. You get 15 points for checking in at the gym using foursquare.com. You get .10 point for being fairly active on a fitbit, and .75 for every very active minute on a fitbit. You get the idea. You can set a number of points and the first person to it wins, or set a date range and the person with the most points wins.  You can set a maximum number of points per day a erson can earn to keep things close. You can compete for bragging rights, or you can have people pay to get in, and the winner automatically gets a gift card (a tango card  which is a pretty cool prize). This is the only site that takes care of collecting fees, and distributing payouts. If you're not looking for a competition, you can use earndit.com by yourself and earn points that can be used towards shopping. I am also kicking the tires on this one.
Another free option (not really worth looking into) is Corporate Fitness League (this is the site with LOTS of Ads). You can take on your family, or go department against department if you have more than 10 people and want to go teams. You designate a captain, who then has to enter everyone's weight (As someone who as done this - that's a deal breaker ladies!). You can "Sweeten" the pot with $, but in the end  you will need a picture of the participants scale (some organizers also require a "word of the day" so you can't find a thin picture on Google Images) to keep people honest. I just spent about 10 minutes playing with the site and found it clunky (it seems every click opens a new window). Due to the massive amount of ads (disorganized at that), and the requirement of a "Captain," I would not recommend this site.
Summary
I'm inspired by what people are doing to help us be competitive. If you're a person who wants motivation to get to the gym, check out Fitocracy. If you're worried about cheaters, or looking for a third party to handle the prizes then go to earndit.com If you want to set up teams, check out skinnyo.com (they say in special circumstances they will remove the 16 people limit). If you want to have a large group for free (and avoid a billion ads) I really liked thintopia.com

Woman's Wii Fit Character Exploded
A British woman was so heavy that when she stepped on her Wii Fit her character exploded. Read the full story and see pictures.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019118Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:47:10 +0000David JacksonI created an Excel spreadsheet a while ago that people can download and use to have a Biggest Loser Competition at work, church, home, etc. The "bad" news is you either have one person acting as the Manager of the competition (which can be a hassle...1. In the end if someone really wants to cheat, they will (you could always strap your fitbit to your dog...). Cheaters never win... in the long run. 2. There are more sites than these, but some of them were obviously just a tool to splash TONS of advertisements in front of you. I have one of those listed in this review, and I'll tell you when we get there. 3. Each has its own charm with different features.
After looking at these I created some competitions.
1. Skinnyo.com is completely free. It only has room for 16 people so hurry.
2. Thintopia.com is asking for $5 per person (if you want to play for free you can, but the prize money will go to the highest percentage of weight loss who paid).Check it out.
3. If you have a tracking device (like a fitbit, or bodymedia), we have a $5 entry fee at the earndit.com site. This one should be interesting. The person with the most points wins. Sign up
Now let's take a look at some of the sites:
Fitocracy is the game you play to improve your fitness. Play it to track your progress, compete against your friends, and get real results in your physical fitness. They are working on having a droid app (there is a mobile site). It's free, but you can be a "hero" for $5 a month to help support the site.  You can create a group, and the look at the leaders in your group for a certain period of time. The focus of fitocracy is exercise. You can track your workout stats (reps, weight, etc). You can track cardio, and you can create routines that you repeat. Depending on what you do, you earn points. I was playing with it Internet Explorer 8 and it seemed to have some formatting issues. When I tried it on my phone, I had some issues (droid). Looks cool, and has potential. It just needs a little touch up. I will definitely check it out in a few months. It is in Beta, and you need an invite to play (contact me, or use the link above). Lots of potential here, especially for those gym rats. Even if this wasn't a competition, having a web site that can track your exercise for free is cool.
 In the past I've used Weight Loss Wars. It is a website where you can join a challenge, or start your own. It costs $10 to participate, but it does allthe calculations for you. You can even create a "private" challenge (for say your church group, work group, etc).  The competition only shows the change in weight, and you can choose to hide your weight in your profile (or only reveal it to friends). Visiting this site you will see a fair amount of ads. The site itself is somewhat "ho-hum" on the looks side but it does the job. There are blogs, journals, and other tools there as well. You can have it set to have a cash prize, but you would handle that outside of their site (using something like paypal).
Skinnyo.com is also free to use (unless you want a private competition where you select who is participating which costs $10). Skinnyo.com limits you to 16 people (either playing against each other or you can have up to 8 teams).  Skinnyo only shows your weight differences to other users not your weight. If don't have a giant group, and want to have teams this is a cool option. The way they calculate challenge winners is by the total weight lost during the...]]>2025cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inspirational-quotes-for-weight-loss--4019092https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019092Sun, 08 Jan 2012 05:24:57 +0000David Jackson1385cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/start-of-the-year-with-a-goal--4019107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019107Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:28:07 +0000David Jackson2574cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-healthy-for-heaven-s-sake-reviewed--4019097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019097Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:33:17 +0000David Jackson1774cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/would-you-lose-weight-to-go-shopping--4019102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019102Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:32:25 +0000David Jackson2649cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-weight-gain-is-it-true-what-they-say-about-10-lbs--4019099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019099Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:16:53 +0000David Jackson2249cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/halloween-aftermath-truth-about-eggs--4019098https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019098Sun, 06 Nov 2011 19:37:00 +0000David Jackson1710cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/its-fun-to-say-yamaguchi--4019112https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019112Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:28:42 +0000David Jackson2177cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-not-your-mistakes--4019100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019100Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:54:25 +0000David Jackson1378cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-abc-s-of-weight-loss--4019127https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019127Sat, 08 Oct 2011 18:13:32 +0000David Jackson1857cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-mytrek-10-ways-to-burn-100--4019106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019106Sun, 02 Oct 2011 13:58:00 +0000David Jackson1268cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/biggest-loser-season-12--4019109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019109Thu, 22 Sep 2011 06:09:54 +0000David Jackson1121cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-your-body-a-war-zone--4019105Well I'm sure someone has a blueprint and a plan to turn this war zone into a great community center. If you look in the mirror and go "Oh my God, What Happened?" Its time to get a blule print and a plan. The easy to remember is to eat less and exercise more.
Plans mean you have to sit back and figure out what the hurdles will be, and how you will over come them. I'm sure the construction guys have benchmarks to knwo if they are ahead of schedule or not. They track their progress, they have milestones. You can do the same thing, but you need to be honest and track what you are (and more importantly) are not doing. For me tracking my food is crucial. When I don't, my weight goes up. I keep switching programs. Right now I'm using Lose it! which works on their website, an iPhone or an Android phone. There are all sorts of programs (even paper and pencil) in our resource section.
For tracking my activity I use a Fit bit. This thing smacks me in the face every day with a graph of time when I was sitting. OOFAH! I can't argue with it. Here again, I need to put it on as soon as I get up, and leave it on to be accurate. I had a body bug. I loved it. But the fit bit is simpler, (and doesn't require $10 a month). I still have the body bug and may use it in the future.

Get A Team - Find an Accountability
Partner
People who had a support group were 42% more likely to be successful than those people who had no support.
Birds of a feather flock together, and if you hang out with people with bad habits you are 57% more likely to follow them into the bad habits. When I was college, I would go out and drink with my buddies. I did this every Tuesday and Thursday. I fellt it was what I was "supposed" to do as a 20 something year old college student. After three months, I just thought if Jesus walked in right now he would be disappointed. So I quit going. My firends kept going, and we were not as close as we used to be (we are still friends 20 years later). I lived when I did that, and I found healthier things to do. I survivedwithout those friends.

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One of the things I really like about the Lose it! application is that (on the wbesite) they have a "motivators" section where you can set it up to email your accountability partner to receive reports every day, or every week. This means you have to enter in every calorie you eat. It doesn't do any good to enter your 1500 calories into the software then eat 2500 calories.
If birds of a feather flock together find the fit people at work, school, church, and ask them how they stay in shape. Maybe they are doing activities you can participate in as well. Maybe they will mentor you. Maybe, just maybe you'll get a new friend.
Someone said I should start a serivce where I could be your accoutability coach. We could have weekly meetings online. I like this idea. I can't do it for free. What would you pay for a weekly accountability partner? Leave a comment below or email me at dave "at" logicalloss "dot" com I like the idea.
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 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019105Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:27:00 +0000David JacksonI walking by my elementary school that I attended 40 years ago. It looks like a war zone. They've moved the kids to a new school and there are plans to turn it into a community center. There used to be giant trees. There was a new playground, and its...Well I'm sure someone has a blueprint and a plan to turn this war zone into a great community center. If you look in the mirror and go "Oh my God, What Happened?" Its time to get a blule print and a plan. The easy to remember is to eat less and exercise more.
Plans mean you have to sit back and figure out what the hurdles will be, and how you will over come them. I'm sure the construction guys have benchmarks to knwo if they are ahead of schedule or not. They track their progress, they have milestones. You can do the same thing, but you need to be honest and track what you are (and more importantly) are not doing. For me tracking my food is crucial. When I don't, my weight goes up. I keep switching programs. Right now I'm using Lose it! which works on their website, an iPhone or an Android phone. There are all sorts of programs (even paper and pencil) in our resource section.
For tracking my activity I use a Fit bit. This thing smacks me in the face every day with a graph of time when I was sitting. OOFAH! I can't argue with it. Here again, I need to put it on as soon as I get up, and leave it on to be accurate. I had a body bug. I loved it. But the fit bit is simpler, (and doesn't require $10 a month). I still have the body bug and may use it in the future.

Get A Team - Find an Accountability
Partner
People who had a support group were 42% more likely to be successful than those people who had no support.
Birds of a feather flock together, and if you hang out with people with bad habits you are 57% more likely to follow them into the bad habits. When I was college, I would go out and drink with my buddies. I did this every Tuesday and Thursday. I fellt it was what I was "supposed" to do as a 20 something year old college student. After three months, I just thought if Jesus walked in right now he would be disappointed. So I quit going. My firends kept going, and we were not as close as we used to be (we are still friends 20 years later). I lived when I did that, and I found healthier things to do. I survivedwithout those friends.

size-medium wp-image-2061" style="margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Lose it Motivators" src="http://logicalloss.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/loseit_emailsettings-300x216.png" alt="" width="300" height="216" />
One of the things I really like about the Lose it! application is that (on the wbesite) they have a "motivators" section where you can set it up to email your accountability partner to receive reports every day, or every week. This means you have to enter in every calorie you eat. It doesn't do any good to enter your 1500 calories into the software then eat 2500 calories.
If birds of a feather flock together find the fit people at work, school, church, and ask them how they stay in shape. Maybe they are doing activities you can participate in as well. Maybe they will mentor you. Maybe, just maybe you'll get a new friend.
Someone said I should start a serivce where I could be your accoutability coach. We could have weekly meetings online. I like this idea. I can't do it for free. What would you pay for a weekly accountability partner? Leave a comment below or email me at dave "at" logicalloss "dot" com I like the idea.
S
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeDoes This Clutter Make My Butt Look Fat?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019151Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:01:03 +0000David JacksonI've been Watching "losing it" with Jillian Michaels, and I'm noticing a couple of trends. 1. People are using food to make them feel better, and to cope with things in their mind. This could be the death of a spouse, the lack of confidence, a...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeSize Does Matter]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019154Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:03:26 +0000David JacksonWhen it Comes To Serving Food, Size Matters Today I'm still relating things from the book Mindless Eating, and today I read where the bowls we serve out of makes a difference. If we have a giant serving bowl, and we just give "a little" well a small...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoePicnics Tips To Keep You Healthy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019152Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:35:10 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsSupport the Show With Moosejaw Discount Codes Save 15% and/or get free shipping on orders of $49 or more. If you find something already marked down get 10% of the already marked down price. When you go...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeIf You're Not Hungry - FOOD IS NOT THE ANSWER]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019150Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:00:27 +0000David JacksonToday we talk about starting over. Its not a bad thing because we are doing something. We have not quit. I am trying to get some momentum going. So here is where I am. Weight: 205 lbs Waist: 42.25″ Hips: 40.5″ Neck: 15.75 Sometimes we want to get the...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeDiet Vs Exercise]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019158Fri, 21 May 2010 00:42:24 +0000David JacksonI've been reading the book Mindless Eating: Why We Eat More Than We Think by Dr. Brian Wansick. It's a very interesting book. It ta;ls about how if we just lose 100-200 calories a day we would lose weight. It says take something you eat every day such...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeSwitch 2 Health Replay]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019165Thu, 06 May 2010 23:00:24 +0000David JacksonI finally got a chance to strap on the Switch 2 Health Replay and see what it does. What is it? It is a motion sensor that tracks your movement. This needs to be more than a quiet walk in the park. For me when I was on an elliptical machine, when I...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeWater, Are You Getting Enough - Win a Hydracoach!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019168Sat, 01 May 2010 11:16:22 +0000David JacksonWIN A FREE HYDRACOACH I recently purchased a hydracoach intelligent water bottle. I enter in my weight, and it tells me how much I need to drink. Then as the day goes on in calculates how much more I need to drink, and how many ounces I'm averaging an...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeIt's All in the Recovery]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019172Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:19:37 +0000David JacksonYou are not going to be perfect in your journey to weight loss and fitness. I did some stupid things this week. I was gone for a week as I traveled to Oklahoma City, OK for business. I started off good. I went to the grocery store and purchases...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBodybugg Lets You Lose Weight Your Way]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019157Thu, 08 Apr 2010 04:35:31 +0000David JacksonNote: When I originally posted this article I stated (incorrectly) that the bodybugg contained a heart rate monitor. It does not (it doesn't need it) as you will find out as you read. I apologize for any confusion (and vow to quit posting past my bed...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFitness Tips From Sir Isaac Newton]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019167Fri, 02 Apr 2010 05:00:20 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsSir Issac Newton had what is known as the Law of Motion An object that is at rest will stay at rest until an unbalanced force acts upon it. Living in Ohio, I’ve pushed many a car out of a snow drift....www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeLori Wengle Lost 107 lbs and KEPT IT OFF]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019153Mon, 29 Mar 2010 04:16:02 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsI'm going to start something new for the podcast.  I want to find people who have lost weight, and kept it off. I found Lori Wengle's book, and was amazed at her 107 lbs weight loss. I was even more...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeInterval Training with the Gym Boss]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019164Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:27:02 +0000David JacksonInterval Training Interval training is maximum cardiovascular exercise. All cardio benefits are ramped-up by  doing interval training once a week. The benefits are huge - your heart rate slows, you use oxygen more efficiently, you get faster -...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeStarting A Weight Lifting Program]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019156Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:42:21 +0000David JacksonAs this podcast deals with exercise, let me remind you to contact your doctor before starting an exercise program. This information is for entertainment purposes only as I am "just a dude" in the basement trying to lose weight like you. I recently...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeTeach Yourself to Be Healthy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019169Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:38:10 +0000David JacksonMany of you know that I am a technical trainer. I’ve been teaching people about technology for over 20 years. From time to time you have to make classes and courses from scratch. There is a process used to develop and implement a new class it’s called...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeLessons From Super Bowl 44]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019175Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:05:53 +0000David JacksonLast weekend was the Super Bowl here in the states. The New Orleans Saints took on the Indianapolis colts. While I realize that people “across the pond” may not follow American Football, there are some things we can learn and take inspiration from....www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeListener's Top 10 Lessons]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019188Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:09:59 +0000David JacksonI found a great article at sparkpeople.com from 1bigdream who wrote a blog on what she learned after trying to lose weight (and succeeding) in year. Help Dave get a kindle for his 45th birthday by going to www.logicalloss.com/birthday 1. This is not...www.logicalloss.com/birthday 1. This is not an all-or-nothing game. Relax. If there is pizza, and you want the [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYes You DO Need to Write it Down]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019174Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:23:41 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsEvery book I've ever read on fitness recommends writing down what you eat. When they say that, they mean EVERYTHING. So when you eat the 1/4 of a toasted cheese that your kid didn't eat (but you did)...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMapping Out the Starting Point]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019201Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:17:06 +0000David JacksonWell tis that time of year again where we start over. We to get THERE you have to know where HERE is so yo ucan get from HERE to THERE. Here is where I am. Weight 209 lbs. Body Fat 30% Neck 16.5 Biceps 12″ Forearms 10″ Chest 41.5″ Waist 42 Thighs...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFitness Tracking is Getting Easier]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019173Sun, 13 Dec 2009 23:27:38 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsWe understand that tracking our calories going in and out as well as other statistics like blood pressure, body fat, and other stats can be hard to incorporate into our daily lives. When I went...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoePride, Money, Longevity and Happiness]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019180Sat, 05 Dec 2009 22:56:12 +0000David JacksonIn last week’s podcast I talked about having a mantra. In past episodes we talked about the movie 300 and as bloody as it was, I was impressed with their attitude. “We are Sparta!” I’ve said time and time and again, one of the first things you have...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeTips to Help You Lose 100 lbs.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019177Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:14:36 +0000David JacksonI read a great article on WebMD that has 10 tips for losing 100 lbs. 1 .Shrink yourself - What is the extra weight doing for you? 2. Are you ready? - Seriously are you ready? Do one thing at a time 3. Consider the options - Supervised, alone, with a...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeWe are What We Do.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019178Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:11:44 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsI read a great article about 29 ways to change successfully.  It starts with a great quote "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." Which is from...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYour Fitness Priorities]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019187Mon, 22 Jun 2009 03:02:46 +0000David JacksonI recently heard a quote. When I researched the quote via Google, it appears that the quote came from a guy named Merlin Mann. Here is the quote: "You eventually learn that true priorities are like arms; if you think you have more than a couple,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeEA Sports ACTIVE for the Nintendo Wii Reviewed]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019190Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:42:12 +0000David JacksonIf you haven't purchased a "personal trainer game" for the Ninetndo wii, this sounds like the one you want to purchase. It has a 30 day challenge built int, a journal system, a way to track calories, and fitness goals. It also comes with resistance...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeHungry For Balance]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019183Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:35:13 +0000David JacksonBob Greene's "Back to Business" Plan One of the things I liked in this Oprah magazine was an article by Bob Greene that walked you through 12 weeks of getting back into shape. It showed how t0 start slow, and gradually increase the exercise intensity...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeKirstie Alley - All or Nothing Doesn't Work]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019185Tue, 12 May 2009 00:03:34 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) Posts Today I record a podcast in the car. I'm talking about Kirstie Alley who has gained 83 lbs (I mistakenly said 86 lbs). She explains to Oprah that she just quit doing what she did to lose the weight in...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Crazy Cycle of Dieting]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019186Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:53:49 +0000David JacksonI went to a Love and Respect marriage conference. This is a phenomenal book, and if you get a chance to attend this conference, GO. Dr Emerson Eggerich is very entertaining and his content is great and (after some practice) it works. Check out the...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeTen Worst Foods You Can Eat]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019192Tue, 31 Mar 2009 03:47:36 +0000David JacksonThere was an interesting article about the 10 worst foods. These include: 1. Pepperidge Farm Roasted White Meat Chicken Premium Pot Pie 2. Romano's Macaroni Grill Spaghetti and Meatbealls with Meat Sauce 3. Progresso Traditional, Vegetable Classics,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMind, Body, Spirit]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019194Thu, 12 Mar 2009 13:25:25 +0000David JacksonEnd Boring Food - Get In the Kitchen I'm not a chef by any means, but I knew there were healthy ways to eat without eating the same boring food. You may think that you don't have time to cook. I heard a top on the Beyond Diet Podcast that you can...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeGetting Your Weight Loss Back on Track]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019191Mon, 02 Mar 2009 14:43:18 +0000David JacksonStraplees Heart Rate Monitor From the forums we hear, "This is just a watch. No chest strap. YEAH!  It gives you your heart rate when you hold with your thumb and index finger.  It takes just a few seconds and when it displays it automatically shows...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYes Virginia You Need to Track Your Calories]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019189Mon, 23 Feb 2009 06:42:00 +0000David JacksonToday we are talking about how tracking things you want more of (exercise, time with the family,better calorie management) are things we should be tracking. It in us, it motivates us, and yes it does take a little bit of time (probably 5 - 10 minutes ...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeWireless Pedometer "Actiped"]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019202Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:08:23 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsToday I'm reviewing the Actiped that is  sometimes refered to as the LifeSource XL-20 Wireless Activity Monitor. This little device weighs next to nothing, and clips to your shoe. You plugin the USB...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCommercials Are Fun With FitDeck]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019203Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:41:10 +0000David JacksonLast episode I mentioned Fitdecks. They seemed cool, but I wanted to know more about the decks and about the company. It turns out the inventor was not only a Navy Seal, but a Navy Seal trainer.  They have all sorts of cards including: exercise ball,...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCommercials Are Fun With FitDeck]]>1496fitdeck,heart,monitor,rate,timexcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ignoring-triggers--4019197www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeIgnoring Triggers]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019197Mon, 09 Feb 2009 17:13:56 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsDon't Wait For Your Birthday to Get in Shape As we age, we naturally lose muscle. So we are naturally going to burn less calories. Here in Ohio it's snowing. As I shoveled, I thought about how hard...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeIgnoring Triggers]]>1563body,deck,fit,food,going,jillian,matthew,michaels,motions,the,through,total,triggers,west,workoutscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-suicide--4019209www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMental Suicide]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019209Fri, 06 Feb 2009 21:48:52 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsWii My fitess Coach is Also "Yourself Fitness" The My Fitness Coach game for Nintendo Wii is a great way to get in shape. However, Greg from the forums to me that this is also available on XBox and...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeMental Suicide]]>1530circuit,coach,fitness,my,podcast,principles,sucess,the,training,yourselfcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gofit-ultimate-progym-reviewed--4019199www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeGoFit Ultimate ProGym Reviewed]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019199Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:45:38 +0000David JacksonToday I talk about a new product I purchased looking to build some strength. I found out that buying dumbbells is about $1 a pound. I like my dumbbells, but I needed a 15 lb set which would've cost me $30. The Ultimate ProGym has a 5, 10, and 15 lb...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCool Free Stuff]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019198Mon, 02 Feb 2009 18:10:58 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsAudible More Expensive that iTunes Apparently Steve Jobbs and Apple have put the squeeze on Audible. They seem to carry most of the books from Audible (they even say they are from Audible when you...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Pity Party Stops Now]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019215Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:42:32 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsToday we talk about getting our brain in check. After all only YOU can stop YOU and the biggest obstacle is our brain. You know that little negative voice in your head can be quite persuasive. NOT ANY...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeThe Pity Party Stops Now]]>1694affirmations,belly,diet,flat,loss,successful,weightcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-less-intense-workouts-burn-more-fat--4019211www.logicalloss.com this is show 61 I've heard that exercising at a less intense pace it burns more fat. Burning at an intense rate burns more sugar. This is true. According to buildingbodies.ca you burn "Low intensity training burns about 50% fat for [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeDo Less Intense Workouts Burn More Fat?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019211Wed, 28 Jan 2009 15:52:39 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsThis show originates from www.logicalloss.com this is show 61 I've heard that exercising at a less intense pace it burns more fat. Burning at an intense rate burns more sugar. This is true. According...www.logicalloss.com this is show 61 I've heard that exercising at a less intense pace it burns more fat. Burning at an intense rate burns more sugar. This is true. According to buildingbodies.ca you burn "Low intensity training burns about 50% fat for [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoe12 Week Weight Loss Challenge]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019214Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:43:24 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsLooking to Take it to the next Level? Check out the Logical Weight Loss 12 Week Challenge It's kind of like out own little "Biggest Loser" competition. It's only a one time $11.99 fee and for twelve...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoe12 Week Weight Loss Challenge]]>1730biggest,challenge,coach,e25,fitness,loser,loss,my,sole,weightcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kashi-go-lean-cereal-reviewed--4019196www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeKashi Go Lean Cereal Reviewed]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019196Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:58:14 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (2) PostsKashi Go Lean Review I got the biggest loser book that is the fitness and diet from the show (more on that later) and it mentioned Kashi Go Lean. Well I also remember that being mentioned in Never Say...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeKashi Go Lean Cereal Reviewed]]>1401biggst,breakfast,cereal,chantell,go,healthy,hobbs,kashi,lean,loser,music,podcast,workoutcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/save-20-000-a-year-with-exercise--4019207www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeSave 20,000 a Year With Exercise]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019207Wed, 21 Jan 2009 06:58:37 +0000David JacksonInspiration from the Biggest Loser A make contestant who is 28 was taking 8 different medicines. In three weeks of doing diet and exercise he put all of his medicines away (diabetes, cholesterol, and others). It was projected that he would have paid...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCore Ball Workout Reviewed]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019208Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:57:07 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsA core ball is called by many names.  Instability Ball, Off-Balance Ball, Swiss Ball, or Engage All Your Core Muscles Ball would be more appropriate. You can find them in the Core Ball section of the...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
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Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNever Give Up]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019210Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:35:32 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsI watched the movie 300 (it's awful unless you enjoy watching HOURs of people being murdered in battle).  I liked it the first time when it was called Braveheart (or when Mel Gibson did the same movie...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNever Give Up]]>1021300,attitude,braveheart,fitness,king,leonidas,patriot,plateu,the,wallce,williamcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cardio-confidence--4019216www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCardio Confidence]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019216Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:53:53 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsI decided to go "outside of my box" last night. Instead of 40 or 45 minutes, I went for 60. At 53 minutes I got really tired. I wanted to quit. I kept putting one foot in front of the other. I...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeCardio Confidence]]>1340benefits,biggest,exercise,failure,fear,joelle,loser,ofcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-i-join-a-gym-or-not--4019205www.logicalloss.com Thinking of Joining a Gym? Here are the pros and cons from my chair... GYMS UP SIDE More equipment  (often better equipment). This means your workout can have variety and not be so boring Many gyms have trainers to help you [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeShould I Join a Gym or Not?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019205Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:28:38 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsThis show originates from www.logicalloss.com Thinking of Joining a Gym? Here are the pros and cons from my chair... GYMS UP SIDE More equipment  (often better equipment). This means your workout can...www.logicalloss.com Thinking of Joining a Gym? Here are the pros and cons from my chair... GYMS UP SIDE More equipment  (often better equipment). This means your workout can have variety and not be so boring Many gyms have trainers to help you [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeShould I Join a Gym or Not?]]>1429cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fair-comparison--4019212www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFair Comparison]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019212Wed, 07 Jan 2009 20:53:26 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsDaniel from the Biggest Loser Season 7 lost 30 lbs in his first week. Keep in mind he started at 454 lbs at age 19.  He worked out all week. Don't get frustrate when you exercise and only drop a pound...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeFair Comparison]]>1293biggest,body,bug,loser,thecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-things-visual-so-you-keep-those-resolutions--4019218http://www.webmd.com/diet/healthy-eating-fitness-services These include a Diet Health Check, a food and fitness planer, a food-o-meter, and a fit-o-meter, a bmi plus calculator, a portion size plate, expert interviews, diet food and fitness videos, free food and fitness jourlnal and portion guides. [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeKeep Things Visual So You Keep Those Resolutions]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019218Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:26:53 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsWeb MD Introduces New Fitness Tools http://www.webmd.com/diet/healthy-eating-fitness-services These include a Diet Health Check, a food and fitness planer, a food-o-meter, and a fit-o-meter, a bmi plus...http://www.webmd.com/diet/healthy-eating-fitness-services These include a Diet Health Check, a food and fitness planer, a food-o-meter, and a fit-o-meter, a bmi plus calculator, a portion size plate, expert interviews, diet food and fitness videos, free food and fitness jourlnal and portion guides. [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeKeep Things Visual So You Keep Those Resolutions]]>1464diary,diet,exercise,fitness,food,free,guides,logical,webmdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-more-excuses--4019220www.logicalloss.com This is show 50 Never Say Diet Part I I bought the book "Never Say Diet" from Chantel Hobbs. In it she talk about the top excuses for not losing weight. These include: "I can't afford a gym membership" - Good [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNo More Excuses]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019220Tue, 30 Dec 2008 02:10:24 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsThis show originates from www.logicalloss.com This is show 50 Never Say Diet Part I I bought the book "Never Say Diet" from Chantel Hobbs. In it she talk about the top excuses for not losing weight....www.logicalloss.com This is show 50 Never Say Diet Part I I bought the book "Never Say Diet" from Chantel Hobbs. In it she talk about the top excuses for not losing weight. These include: "I can't afford a gym membership" - Good [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeNo More Excuses]]>1395chantel,diet,fitness,hobbs,logical,loss,never,podcast,say,weightcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-your-confidence--4019213Is there that one day in your past that was so very heard? I do. I had to tell my Grandmother that she had outlived my Mother.  Because of that day, and experience, I know I can get through very tough situations [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBuilding Your Confidence]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019213Mon, 22 Dec 2008 20:58:08 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsBuilding on Your Past Is there that one day in your past that was so very heard? I do. I had to tell my Grandmother that she had outlived my Mother.  Because of that day, and experience, I know I can...Is there that one day in your past that was so very heard? I do. I had to tell my Grandmother that she had outlived my Mother.  Because of that day, and experience, I know I can get through very tough situations [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeBuilding Your Confidence]]>1388confidence,fitness,logical,loss,podcast,self,weightcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-circuit-training--4019219www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeWhat is Circuit Training]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019219Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:16:18 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsToday I talk about the book Prevention's 3-2-1 weight loss plan by Joy Bauer. It outlines a circuit training program that involves 3 minutes of cardio, 2 minutes of strength training, and 1 minute of...www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeWhat is Circuit Training]]>1812circuit,fitness,loss,podcast,training,weightcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-not-alone--4019217Write down [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYou are Not Alone]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/4019217Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:21:27 +0000David JacksonJoin the forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsToday I share some e-mails from the listeners. I ALWAYS love getting e-mails and voice mails from everyone. As I hear, the podcast helps keep you focused, and your emails do the same to me. Here are...Write down [...]Help support the show. Be in our top spots or drop us a donation, simply go to www.logicalloss.com/support all support is deeply appreciated.
Subscribe via Via iTunes and never miss an episdoeYou are Not Alone]]>1242diet,fitness,logical,loss,podcast,weightcleanfull