The "all or nothing" mentality is something people who struggle with weight and body image tend to battle. Learning that it doesn't have to be ALL or NOTHING helps keep you on track over the long haul. #Mindset #TheStruggleIsReal

How are you doing with your New Years' resolutions? Are you trying to lose weight? How is it coming along for you? If you are feeling down about your progress, whatever you do - DO NOT GIVE UP! #SometimesYouJustNeedToStepBack #Reassess #Reevaluate.

I am living proof that New Year's resolutions really do work. New post on my blog: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2017/01/three-years-really.html

This was me in 2011 (probably about 65 lbs. heavier). Transformation requires you to not only change your habits, but also what you tell yourself about diet and exercise. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/08/the-change-factor.html

Found myself in a rut and needed to change things up. So I joined Caryn Paolini's fitness camp and have completely changed my fitness and nutrition regimen. Read more on my blog. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/07/time-to-change-things-up_9.htm

Transformation requires both the outward change, as well as that of the mind. Telling yourself that A) you are worth it and B) you can do it are powerful. New blog post: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/06/dress-rehearsal.html

On the topic of change... Have you set out to accomplish something? Are you struggling with it? What is your "Why?" Is your why strong enough? #WhyAskWhy #ReasonToBelieve http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/06/why.html

I am so proud of my husband and his running partners! They did the Boston Run to Remember yesterday. Most people set out to accomplish their goals and forget that change is difficult. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/05/what-it-takes.html

Last summer I shared a two part series on the untold truths of weight loss. Here is part three where I share more of the good and the bad. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/05/what-no-one-ever-told-you-about-losing.html

I can't believe how much my life has changed! Check out my new blog entry: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/05/how-many-calories-do-you-burn-when-you.html

I've been thinking a lot about how much my life has changed since I lost weight. Why is it that THIS time it stuck? Read more on my blog: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/04/when-your-brain-finally-turns-on.html

Two people at my job told me this week, "I want to look like that." I was flattered. Read the story: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/03/i-want-to-look-like-that.html

It's easy to lose focus when you are trying to lose weight. In and of itself, is tough to stick to it. Adding other measurable fitness goals helps keep you energized & give you self confidence. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/02/focus_27.html

How are you doing with your fitness goals for 2016? Are you making the progress you hoped? Are you discouraged? You might need to take a step back and look at things from a new angle. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/02/february-funk.html

I had a crappy week last week. It was one thing after another. Instead of dwelling on everything, I just kept moving forward. Read about it on my blog: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/02/do-you-have-my-keys.html

I'm a little emotional about this one. My school district did an article about my journey in the most recent edition of the Springfield Educator. Check it out. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/01/riding-for-her-life.html

I am sponsoring a weight loss challenge at my work. After the first weigh-in, a lady shared her story with me. It reminds me that it's so important, when you are trying to lose weight, you MUST stay true to your goals and believe in yourself!

It's January 3 and you've had three days to start working on your New Years resolutions or goals. If you haven't started yet, if you're feeling badly about how 2015 went, today's the day to get out there and make the move. It's not too late!

How many of you have New Years Resolutions? If not a resolution, do you have some goals for 2016? Whatever you want to call them, you not only need a plan, but the right mindset. New post: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2016/01/new-year-new-mindset

New Years often instills in us a desire to change, to make resolutions. Here are some strategies to accomplish your goals for 2016..it won't happen without a plan. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2015/12/resolve-to-change.html

This is my trainer, Dimitriy. He makes me laugh, he harasses me to keep me on my toes, and he knocks sense into me when I'm whining or... I don't know where I would be without him. Read: traceyfit.blogspot.com/2015/04/dmitriy-made-it-happen.html

There is somewhat of a struggle when you want to change your lifestyle. A shift in priorities that must take place. Am I really being true to myself? Are you? http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2015/11/being-true-to-yourself.html

Taking time to step back has given me new energy and focus. Check it out on my blog. http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2015/11/just-breathe.html

Taking time to refocus, to get back to the basics. To remember, WHY did you start this journey in the first place? New post on my blog: http://traceyfit.blogspot.com/2015/10/back-to-basics.html