By Dr. Thomas Polucki

So with the new year almost here, my weight loss goals look a little different this year.

Instead of hit or miss goals Im focusing on the actions I can take, dailySo I can stay on track, no matter what the winds of change bring in 2021.

Like most people, I used to set goals for a specific weight, income, vacationOften I accomplished those goals, but 2020 forced a re-evaluation of whats really within my control.

Most people gained weight, lost money and could not vacation this year.

And even without the pandemic, so many people give up on their goals by February that New Years Resolution goal setting almost seems pointless.

Because we learn that having some THING is the goal.

But you cant really control the outcome of making another $50,000.

Or the outcome of losing another 20 lbs.

And certainly not the outcome of an Asian cruise.

Quite simply, you cant control the outcome of having any THING in your life.

DO BE DO BE DO

But you can control your actions no matter what happens around or to you.

With an automated daily ACTION PLAN,Having THINGS, or not, has less power over us

For example:

If you want TO LOSE WEIGHT

Then set the goal of walking 40 minutes every morning.

And if you want to lose even more weight, FASTERThen also set the goal of only eating one plate of sensible food at each meal.

Both of these goals actions are totally within your control.

Even if you have to walk in place and are on food stamps, you can control this daily exercise and what you eat.

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Then set these ACTION GOALS:

Connect with at least one new person every weekwho could be a weight loss partner with you.

Refine your eating and exercise routines every day.

AUtomate your plan with alarms on your watch or step up to a health and fitness app.

Serve your appetite ONLY with nutritionally valuable calories.

Happily share your wins and loses with your weight loss partners.

So, with just a few daily ACTIONS you can take back control.

Then, every night, ask yourself.

Did I CRUSH it today?

If yes OUTSTANDING. DO it again every tomorrow.

If not Do better tomorrow.

While action creates destiny, blame enslaves.

Consistent Action can prove the BEST GOAL you ever made!

One Last Thing. Its IMPORTANT!

Why wait until January? While most people are recovering from New Years EveYoull be two weeks ahead. Unfair I know. But Im sneaky like that.

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Can't start your morning without a cup of coffee? Here is some good news for you.

Studies claim a cup of coffee every day can help you stay wide awake and active throughout the day and has multiple other health benefits. Black coffee is rich in nutrients and is loaded with antioxidants. It even has a powerful chemical compound that helps in preventing various diseases. Having coffee daily can reduce your risk of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and even more.

But does the wonderful black coffee also help with weight loss? Yes, it absolutely does. Drinking black coffee can speed up your weight loss journey by boosting your metabolism. As per the United States Department of Agriculture, having a single cup of black coffee brewed from ground beans has only 2 calories. If the coffee brewed is from decaffeinated beans, the calorie count comes down to zero. Adding sugar and other flavours to the coffee like jaggery, sugar, soy, milk, chocolate syrup or vanilla is not recommended if you are on a weight loss journey.

Four ways black coffee can help you lose weight.

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DENVER (KDVR) Every morning from 9 a.m. until noon, Colorado sports fans are greeted with the rich timbre of Orlando Franklins voice. The former Broncos offensive lineman now works as a sports talk radio host for 104.3 The Fan.

His work on the radio has allowed his physical appearance to slide under the radar, until now.

Big O, as hes affectionately known by Broncos fans, recently posted a picture to social media, showing off his remarkable weight loss.

I want people to look at me and say, Man, if Orlando can do it, I can do it,' says Franklin.

But its how hes gotten in shape, thats catching many by surprise.

Franklin has taken to hiking, even inviting complete strangers along for the journey.

I found a way to do things where I can see Colorado, burn a ton of calories, but meet new, good people as well.

Until last year, Franklin had never been hiking in Colorado, despite playing for the Broncos for 4 years.

He says he was at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science when he stumbled upon a book in the gift shop.

I stopped in the gift shop, and literally saw a book that said 50 hikes in Colorado, he says. And it was all over the state, and I was like, Man, I want to do this.'

Franklin turned to social media to ask his fans for advice.

And my first hike, four people showed up, and I was like, Man, this is awesome. And I just started doing it every Saturday.

Franklin has been hosting hikes ever since, and even climbed his first 14er this summer.He has also stopped drinking alcohol, and in the past year has managed to lose nearly 100 pounds.

I told myself, because we were getting ready to have our second child, this is something that I have to do, he says.I have to make sure that I have more energy, were playing man-to-man defense now, one parent has one kid, the other parent has the other, so youre fully engaged.

One of the first strangers to join Franklin was Dave Roberts, a Denver sports fan who heard about Franklins hikes on the radio.

When we first started, he would stop, not joking, every quarter mile. Because he was maybe in football shape, but not hiking shape, says Roberts. Imjust super proud of him. He went from not even walking a quarter mile in the mountains, to hiking a 14er.

Orlando is hoping to hike five 14ers in 2021, and hopes his story will inspire others to get outside.

You cant take care of other people in this world unless you take care of yourself, he says.

If youd like to hike with Orlando, shoot him a message on Instagram.

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Yoga's emphasis on breath-work and meditation makes it more relaxing than Pilates. Cavan Images/Getty images

Both Pilates and yoga are exercises designed to build strength and improve flexibility.

Yoga and Pilates are both good for weight loss but yoga, especially vinyasa yoga, burns more calories per hour.

Deciding between Pilates and yoga comes down to personal preference and whichever gets you most excited to workout.

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Both Pilates and yoga are exercises that focus on mind-body connection and offer similar health benefits, including improved strength and flexibility. But their approaches and goals differ.

Here's what you need to know about the differences between Pilates and yoga and which is best for you.

Joseph Pilates invented the Pilates method in the 1920s. It is designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body through specific exercises and focused breathing. Types of Pilates include mat and reformer - which uses a special exercise machine with a sliding platform and cables.

"[Pilates has] a high emphasis on neuro-motor control and training your brain and your nervous system to be able to finely tune and control your movements for the desired effect," says Catherine Lewan, a licensed physical therapist who uses both yoga and Pilates in her physical therapy sessions.

Yoga originated thousands of years ago in India and is a mind-body exercise. Many different styles of yoga exist, from hatha yoga to hot yoga, but all involve moving through different physical postures. Yoga incorporates different breathing techniques, such as moving with one breath per movement. Some types of yoga include meditation.

"Pilates is very repetitive and focused on strengthening small stabilizer muscles. So you may feel more strain in your muscles when you do Pilates," says Rachele Pojednic, an assistant professor of nutrition and exercise physiology at Simmons University. "It feels a little bit more like a strength type of workout, where yoga tends to be a little bit more fluid. Often, there's music, and you're moving with your breath."

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A 2015 study found that hatha yoga participants saw improvements in muscle strength and flexibility after 12 weeks. A small 2014 study also found that women who practiced Pilates for 12 weeks improved their muscle strength and torso flexibility.

Pilates may be slightly better than yoga for improving strength, particularly core strength, because it often uses an external stimulus, such as the reformer, whereas yoga uses your own body weight, Pojednic says.

"Yoga is probably going to be a little bit better for flexibility," Pojednic says. "The poses are really about stretching your muscles and creating a little bit more space in your body."

Faster-paced versions of yoga, like vinyasa, elevate your heart rate more than slower, restorative types of yoga or Pilates. "Pilates doesn't tend to have that very vigorous type of format," Pojednic says.

A small 2017 study found that practicing yoga every day for a month reduced participants' blood pressure, a key indicator of heart health.

Both yoga and Pilates improve balance. Balance is important for preventing falls, which is especially important as you age.

Because yoga often includes specific balancing exercises, such as poses where you stand on one leg, it might be more helpful for balance. "In yoga, you're actually practicing the balancing, and in Pilates, you're toning the muscles that will be helpful for balance," Pojednic says.

If you're trying to lose weight, how many calories you burn while exercising matters. The calories you burn during yoga and Pilates will depend on the type you practice.

For example, the American Council on Exercise found 50 minutes of:

Hatha yoga burned 144 calories

Power yoga burned 237 calories

Beginner Pilates burned 175 calories

Advanced Pilates burned 254 calories

Other measurements have found yoga can burn even more: 540 calories per hour for vinyasa yoga, a vigorous style.

A 2013 review found that yoga programs often help people lose weight. A small 2020 study of obese young women with elevated blood pressure found mat Pilates also reduced body fat.

To lose weight safely and effectively, you should work with a doctor or nutritionist to create an individualized plan for diet and exercise.

A 2019 study compared women who practiced yoga and women who practiced Pilates. The study found both types of exercise improved self-reported measures of well-being and psychological distress, but the yoga group saw greater improvement.

Some yoga involves deep breathing, which calms the nervous system and reduces stress.

"One of the critical elements of many yoga practices is combining the actual breath with the movement that you're going through," Pojednic says. "Although you certainly are encouraged to breathe with movement during Pilates, I think that the combined effect of moving with breath that yoga offers is going to be a more potent stress reduction stimulus."

Yoga and Pilates can be "well suited to all different types of bodies and all different types of abilities," Pojednic says. You might think you need to be flexible and strong or have a dancer's body, but you don't, she says.

"If somebody gets a little bit more excited about strength training, they probably will like Pilates a little bit better," Pojednic says. "If somebody enjoys fluid, full-body motion, I think that they would gravitate a little bit more toward yoga."

You can try yoga or Pilates in the following ways:

Private instruction, which tailors workouts to your needs

Mat and reformer Pilates group classes

Group yoga classes like restorative, hatha, and vinyasa

Both Pilates and yoga are beneficial, and their variety means you can probably find one style you enjoy.

"I think the most important thing is to try them both and figure out which one you like better, and then keep going back to that," Pojednic says. "Finding the thing that really makes you happy, I think, is the key here, more so than getting into the nitty-gritty about which one is going to help you balance better or burn more calories."

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After I saw the drop of the first kilos, I felt motivated to keep working and never looked back.

How do you ensure you dont lose focus?

Rather than giving into my hunger pangs, I eat more mindfully. I value a food's nutrition count and content rather than just the taste. This way, I am more conscious of what goes into my mouth and this keeps me super focussed. Even my cheat day meals are moderated and not heavy. I have made it a goal to stay healthy for life, and plan to continue to do so, while enjoying my life.

My message is, one need to not cut out on your indulgences- just moderate, and eat 1/4th portion to satisfy the craving.

Whats the most difficult part of being overweight? Being overweight is an emotionally draining and depressive phase for a person. Theres a point when you feel you cannot lose weight, no matter how hard you try. That feels demotivating.

Since I am also a mother, I had to work around to manage my schedule, workouts with my 4-year-olds.

What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line? Perfectly slim, fit and trimmed.

What are the lifestyle changes you made?

-Eating healthy food

-Replacing sugar with jaggery

-Working out for 6 days a week at home

-Being more conscious of my diet and lifestyle.

What was the lowest point for you? It has to be the point when I realized none of my old clothes fit me, and slowly, I lost out on all confidence. I stopped going out even for a walk thinking that I look ugly and fat. I used to overthink that my husband would leave me because of my appearance.

There was also a point when I saw no difference in weight, even after exercising. I still continued, and in a matter of weeks, saw a drastic drop.

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By: Lifestyle Desk | New Delhi | December 17, 2020 2:10:51 pmLemongrass has a host of health benefits. (Source: Pixabay)

Ayurvedic herbs, though they may take time to show results, are known to be effective in controlling a range of health issues, including skin health. They are also preferred because they do not have any side-effects and are beneficial in the long run. One such wonder herb is the aromatic lemongrassthat is known to be quite effective in treating respiratory conditions and digestive troubles.

Ayurvedic expert Dr Dixa Bhavsar recently shared a simple lemongrass tea recipe that can help boost immunity and fight lifestyle issues.

Take a look.

As per Bhavsar, Lemongrass is an aromatic herb that improves taste (rochanan) and kindles digestive fire (deepana). The herb is used to treat fever, intestinal worm, upset stomach, cough, cold, asthma, and other respiratory conditions.

She added that the expectorant and diaphoretic properties present in lemongrass make it effective in reducing fever by sweating.

As a herb which is rich in antioxidants, she said, it helps in weight loss and reduces high blood pressure which is good for the skin and hair.

Besides, tea made with lemongrass is said to relieve flatulence, digestive disorders, and cramping pain including in menstruation.

Lemongrass oil is helpful when applied topically in gout, arthritis, sprains and myalgia. Lemongrass paste is beneficial for ringworms. It is also useful for nervous disorders, she mentioned on the Instagram post.

Heres how to make the tea.

Ingredients

LemongrassWaterMint leavesJaggery

Method

*Boil water over high heat in a medium saucepan.*Add the lemongrass and boil rapidly for five minutes.*Reduce the heat to low, and simmer the tea for an additional five minutes.*Strain and enjoy it as it is or you may add some mint leaves and jaggery to make it tasty.

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Since The Ideal You Weight Loss Center has opened seven years ago they have helped over 6,300 Western New Yorkers lose over 273,000 pounds. At The Ideal You Weight Loss Center women usually lose 2-4 pounds per week and men 2-5 pounds per week

With the holidays being scaled down this year it is a great time to visit The Ideal You Weight Loss Center and start your journey to weight loss. Linda Herberger, owner has some special discounts just for you. If two people start together, they get a discount. There are discounts for veterans, for people who have Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Independent Health. Donna says there are all kinds of great discounts.

Also, at all the Ideal You Weight Loss Centers they have a bin where you can drop off nonperishable food for FeedMore Western New York. You dont have to be a client to drop off food.

Also, in January they are hosting a blood drive at their Clarence location. The date of the blood drive is Thursday, January 7th from 1:00 5:00pm. All blood donations stay right here in Western New York. If you are interested, youll need to register with Connect Life at connectlifegiveblood.org or call 716-529-4270.

The Ideal You Weight Loss Center has locations in Clarence, West Seneca and Tonawanda

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By: Lifestyle Desk | New Delhi | Updated: December 18, 2020 8:55:00 amGanesh Acharya's weight loss journey is goals; Watch. (Source: Ganesh Acharya/Instagram; designed by Gargi Singh)

Celebrities have often inspired us with their fitness routines and incredible stories of weight loss, including Ram Kapoor and Adnan Sami. And now, choreographer Ganesh Acharya, who earlier weighed close to 200kgs, recently revealed on The Kapil Sharma Show that he has lost 98 kilos.

Take a look at a snippet from the show shared by the channel on Instagram.

The ace choreographer, who trains with trainer Ajay Naidu, has shown that hard work and commitment can help achieve ones goal.

Reportedly, it was while working on a song from the movie Housefull 3 that he felt an impact on his knee and realised, this is too much.

However, while he really wanted to work out and show a different version of himself, according to various reports, the first two months were challenging for him. It took me 15 days to learn how to float. Slowly, my trainer Ajay Naidu made me do crunches in water. Now, I can execute 11 exercises (like scissors and lateral raises etc.) in succession over a 75-minute routine. Its exhausting, Acharya was quoted as saying by Times of India. In a span of 1.5 years, he has managed to lose 85 kilos (in 2017).

The choreographer now regularly shares pictures and videos of his intensive workout routines on Instagram.

The National Award winner for Best Choreography also mentioned that weight loss has helped him feel a difference. I danced even when I had so much weight, but the difference between then and now is that the energy in my dance has doubled. Not only this, even size label of my clothes has moved from 7 XL to L, he said in the same interview.

Isnt that inspiring?

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If you have undergone bariatric surgery for weight loss, or are thinking about it but arent sure where to start, the Steward Center for Weight Control at Saint Annes Hospital offers two free virtual programs available to you right in the comfort of your home.

January 6 and 19: If you have undergone or are scheduled for bariatric surgery in the coming months: Our free online monthly support groups are a great way to support yourself and others. Led by a member of the bariatric surgery program, support groups focus on different topics each month and encourages interactive participation. Your choice of date and time: January 6, 5-6 p.m., or January 19, 1-2 p.m.

January 12: If youre considering bariatric surgery in 2021: Register for a free online informational seminar with surgeon Anthony McCluney, MD. Dr. McCluney will explain options in weight loss surgery and how Saint Annes program provides you with the tools and ongoing lifestyle support you need to be successful. Time: 6-6:45 p.m.

Both programs are free of charge but do require advance registration. To register or learn more, call 508-235-5305, or email SAHRSVP@Steward.org. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the seminar. To ensure registration, please register at least one day in advance.

Saint Annes Hospitals bariatric surgery program is accredited as a comprehensive program by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program, a joint program of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. It offers advanced surgical techniques, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass procedures, and, for qualified patients, da Vinci Xi robotic-assisted surgery. Learn more about the program at https://www.saintanneshospital.org/bariatric-surgery.

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It's been hard to stay active during the coronavirus pandemic.Many people spent the spring lockdown binge watching TV shows, baking bread or sitting on the couch all day.

Naturally, 71 million Americans have gained weight during the pandemic and, as a result, 52% say they feel down about they way they look, according to astudy commissioned by the biotechnology company Gelesis.

"While our survey has found Americans have been motivated to develop healthier habits amidst the pandemic, it has also brought to light how many Americans who want to lose weight continue to struggle," Elaine Chiquette, Gelesis chief scientific officer, said in a press release.

Geles surveyed 1,012 adults online and used U.S. Census data to ensure the demographics of those participants represented the population. The poll had a margin of error of 3.1 points.

While there are limitations to every survey, John Morton, medical director of bariatric surgery at Yale New Haven Health System, said he's seen patients in telehealth appointments who've gained anywhere from five to 30 pounds in quarantine.

"Anecdotally, we are definitely seeing weight gain," Morton told Yale Medicine. "You can put on 30 pounds really quickly you can do it in three months."

A global study from researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Louisiana showed a decline in healthy behaviors during the pandemic were correlated with widespread lockdowns regardless of geography.

"Individuals with obesity were impacted the most and that's what we were afraid of," Emily Flanagan, author of the study, toldThe New York Times. "They not only started off with higher anxiety levels before the pandemic, but they also had the largest increase in anxiety levels throughout the pandemic."

The Gelesis researchers found people became overwhelmingly sedentary, reduced the intensity of their workouts and caved to their food cravings during lockdown.

Women were more likely to report weight gain during the pandemic. Sixty percent of women said they felt self conscious of their appearance.

Anxiety, stress and lack of motivation were common effects of the pandemic, too. Fifty percent of respondents said they lacked motivation, 33% were more anxious and 41% were more stressed.

Yale Medicine said COVID-19 has created a perfect storm of stress and uncertainty that can lead to weight gain.

"Life has been disrupted in a major way," said Artur Viana, clinical director of the Yale Metabolic Health and Weight Loss Program. He cited gym closures, heightened stress, postponed checkups and physicals among the contributing factors.

"We know that obesity's causes are multifactorial and that stress is involved," Viana said. "Not only are there organic body changes, but we turn to food as a way to cope with stress."

The survey also found 40 million Americans would give up social media for the rest of the year if it meant losing 10 pounds but only 17% of those surveyed were willing to part with TV streaming services like Netflix or Hulu.

"In a year when weve all already given up so much, our data shows that people would give up even more if it meant being able to lose weight by the end of the year and they remain hopeful about losing weight and feeling healthy in 2021," Chiquette said.

Over half of those surveyed said that maintaining a healthy lifestyle under quarantine was a challenge, and that they needed more support to lose weight. Their top challenges included the cost of healthy food, limited time to exercise or cook healthy meals and a lack of long-term motivation.

So how do you lose the weight?

One pound of fat is the equivalent of 3,500 calories.The key to shedding weight is cutting 500 calories from your diet every day through exercise and reducing calorie intake, Kathleen Zelman, a registered dietician, wrote in a WebMD story. Following that protocol, you could lose up to a pound a week.

Eating more produce and less processed foods is an important part of weight loss, she said. People should also avoid sugary beverages that contain excess calories.

Maintaining a daily routine, planning meals and dressing up for work even if you work from home can help you stay on track with your fitness goals, Morton and Viana, of Yale, said. Staying in your sweat pants all day may hide any gradual weight gain.

Experts say to never skip the most important meal of the day. Studies show that people who eat breakfast every day have lower body mass indexes than people who skip it, Zelman noted.

Time spent in shutdown can be used to try new, healthy recipes that have whole grains, fruits, vegetables and lean meats.

"When you are eating foods you like, you can learn to get a taste of fullness from taste as opposed to only the quantity of food," Morton said.

Exercising regularly helps keep off the weight after you lose it, Viana said, and prioritizing sleep can help shed pounds. Studies show that obesity is linked to adults who don't get enough sleep each night. Adults should aim for at least seven to eight hours a night.

The World Health Organization recommends adults get at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate exercise to vigorous exercise per week. Experts suggest finding creative ways to get it during the pandemic: create a makeshift gym, hold family yoga sessions or use household cleaning as a way to increase daily steps.

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