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Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lizzo Reveals The 'Truth' About Her Weight Loss Journey
Lizzo is finally setting the record straight about her weight loss and is not holding anything back. After months of whispers and speculation about whether the pop icon turned to Ozempic or other quick fixes, the "Truth Hurts" singer shared before-and-after photos and a raw message about how she really got to this point. From intense workouts and strict meal plans to stopping processed foods and embracing self-discipline, Lizzo revealed that her transformation was earned. And now, she's letting fans in on what worked, making it clear that there were no shortcuts. On Thursday, July 3, Lizzo took to Instagram to share an appreciation post for massage expert and spa owner Flavia Lanini, thanking her for her help in her weight loss transformation. The 37-year-old shared side-by-side "before and after" photos of her "first" lymphatic massage with the spa and the "most recent." In the caption, Lizzo explained how she lost weight, slamming blogs and people who said she took the easy way out. "The photo on my left is my first time getting lymphatic massage from Flavina, and the right is the most recent! In light of all these magazines and blogs wanting me to be on Ozempic soooo bad — here's the truth," she began. The Grammy award winner confirmed that her results came from "training 3x a week, daily sauna & cardio, adding animal protein back into my diet." Lizzo also revealed that with the help of a personal chef, she maintained a calorie deficit while cutting out sugary drinks, chips, and junk food. "I play pickleball and hike and walk on the beach and move my body and dance and drink water," Lizzo continued. She mentioned that her routine extended beyond physical activity and staying in a calorie deficit. "I also get holistic body work done, wood therapy, and lymphatic massage." With over 60 pounds shed, the rapper noted that she was happy and proud of her accomplishments, and nobody could discredit her. Fans couldn't agree more as they flooded the comments section with supportive words. Many revealed that the star didn't owe anyone an explanation, as she had achieved her goal irrespective of how she did it. "It doesn't matter how you did it. You did it. That's the accomplishment. You're amazing regardless. People are just mad they're broke because no matter what 'cheat' or 'easy way' you wanna take, you need money," one person wrote. Another person commented, "I'm so glad you are doing what makes you happy. If others need a GLP1, that's okay too, we all need access to different things that help our journey." Other users slammed Lizzo's post, calling it tone-deaf and a shade to Ozempic users. "Don't like the jab towards Ozempic. Fine, you didn't take it, but most of us cannot afford a personal chef, trainer, lymphatic massages, and saunas, so isn't that kind of cheating too?" one fan wrote. A second person shared, "You're not better than others just because you don't use Ozempic. It's a different path, and people who use LPG medications have also had their own journey." Lizzo's confession comes weeks after she admitted to trying out Ozempic. During a June 19 appearance on the "Just Trish" podcast, she explained that initially, she went all out to achieve her weight loss goal, trying out the Type 2 diabetes drug. However, she concluded that the method wasn't the most effective way. "I tried everything. Ozempic works because you eat less food, yeah? So if you eat right, it makes you feel full. But if you can just do that on your own and get mind over matter, it's the same thing," she shared. Lizzo revealed she only started seeing the results she wanted when she began eating meat. "When I started actually eating whole foods and eating, like, beef and chicken and fish. I was actually full and not expanding my stomach by putting a lot of fake things in there that wasn't actually filling me up," the rapper noted. Two months prior, Lizzo opened up about how her decision to go for "super savory" foods instead of "sugary stuff" in the morning helped her lose 16% of her body fat. "I do something sweet. It's gotta be with some sort of like carb. I'll have like almond butter and toast. So, everybody's body is different. Find out what works for you," she said in a TikTok Live per PEOPLE. The "Pink" singer also revealed that her weight loss journey became easier after a shift in mindset. "I loved to distract myself with people. I loved to distract myself with food. I loved to distract myself with drinking. I loved to distract myself with problems that I would create. I would love to do that. And I stopped doing that. And I just focused on me," Lizzo confessed.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
I replaced my fitness instructor with AI. I'm now stronger, more motivated, and saving hundreds of dollars.
I was spending all this money on workout classes and clothes, but wasn't getting any fitter. I already use AI in other areas of my life and decided to try it for my personal fitness. The results have been incredible: I'm stronger, leaner, more motivated, and am saving money too. I used to feel like I needed to spend money to stay in shape — not just on the gym but also on classes, personal training, and enough Lululemon to dress a small Olympic team. I was immersed in a landscape of gymfluencers and self-improvement culture, and that combined with my own poor impulse control, plunged me into a costly cycle where I felt like my ability to stay healthy was increasingly associated with spending. However, I wasn't getting any fitter despite spending over $100 each month on a gym membership, personal training, and workout gear. What finally worked wasn't some militant app that blasted my phone with reminders or a new Apple Watch. It was self-discipline and an AI sidekick. It's been over two months since I replaced my personal trainer with AI, and I've become stronger, leaner, and saved hundreds of dollars, as a result. To be clear, trading people for algorithms wasn't my intention when I started out. After all, it was a person who got me hooked on fitness in the first place. However, I have to admit that using AI to refocus has given me back ownership of my time, money, and motivation. In my early 20s, I traveled frequently between cities, which made it hard for me to establish any consistent habits, including fitness. This lack of structure and haphazard routine came to a head when I moved to Cambridge for a master's program. Juggling full-time work with studies took its toll, and I found that the only real solution to a clean bill of mental health was exercise. I lucked out that one of the instructors running classes at my local gym was brilliant and had a knack for pushing me just beyond my natural limits. I trained with him for about a year, but when he moved on, my motivation tanked. I stayed on at the gym, but wasn't getting what I needed from other instructors and the membership bills kept coming. Testing alternative spaces with Classpass and various free trials at other gyms was fine for a while, but without consistent guidance and encouragement, I started showing up less, making excuses, and procrastinating. All the habit stacking and calendar updates in the world can't help if you just don't want to be somewhere. Bribing myself with new gym wear and post-workout treats helped me show up, but that wasn't sustainable either. The pounds were rolling away, but they were the wrong kind: sterling. I decided to make a change. I already used ChatGPT and Perplexity in other areas of my life — mostly for recipes, travel planning, and other kinds of research and troubleshooting. So, tailoring a personal exercise routine wasn't difficult to start. I used ChatGPT as a master app, entering my goals and progress each week and requesting new or updated workout routines. I also used it to explore issues around willpower and discipline. Where once I might have taken a few days to read and sift out strategies and motivation from books, now I could find solutions in real time and dig into the reasons I might be holding myself back. I even used ChatGPT to find recommendations for other free AI-powered apps. The best of these was Cronometer, a nutrition and calorie-counting app, which I began using daily. I use the free version and it helps me track water intake, macros (carbs, proteins, and fats), fiber, iron, and vitamin levels. I got curious about the results I was seeing with Cronometer and turned to ChatGPT again to learn more about nutrition. I asked it questions like: Why does protein matter so much for muscle growth and recovery? How much do I need? What's the best way to get it? Soon it was providing me with simple meal plans to boost my protein intake and better complement my workouts. I also use a free app that ChatGPT recommended, Hevy, which tracks sets of reps in real time. I also use the free version of Gymmade, which offers a catalog of resistance training exercises with step-by-step instruction and animated illustrations; it's been the perfect tool for confidently handling any free weights. I'm now seeing real results across strength, stamina, body composition, and mood. My muscle definition improved, and I doubled the weight I was lifting in a matter of weeks. Plus, the urge for expensive personal training has vanished. I dropped my gym membership and now I hit my local free outdoor gym instead. I wouldn't have made it to this point without the encouragement of that first brilliant instructor. However, what made the most difference was learning to hold myself accountable and build my own motivation and momentum without anyone's help. I didn't set out to build a DIY fitness routine, but I've stuck to it longer than anything else I've tried on my own. Read the original article on Business Insider
National Post
20-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
Daily Horoscope - Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Moon Alert Avoid shopping or important decisions from 7:30 AM to 9 AM EDT today (4:30 AM to 6 AM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Aquarius into Pisces. Article content The Stars Rate Your Day 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult Article content Article content Aries (March 21-April 19) *** This is a solid day for financial negotiations because you'll be sensible, thrifty and cost-effective. Some of you will use this energy today to draw up a budget. Others will research something behind the scenes to see if it will pay off in the future. Article content Article content Taurus (April 20-May 20) **** You're in an orderly state of mind today, and you have a strong sense of self-discipline, which is why you will leave no loose ends. You won't overlook details. You want to establish a practical plan of action that is doable and reliable. You want results. Article content Gemini (May 21-June 20) *** Today someone older or more experienced might give you good advice. It never hurts to listen. Why not stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before you? After all, you don't have to reinvent the wheel. Meanwhile, research and work behind the scenes will pay off. Article content Cancer (June 21-July 22) **** Listen to someone who might have advice for you today. This person could be an individual or a member of a group. Whatever the case, you might learn something that will help you prepare for your successful time of harvest, which is arriving this year. Get ready. Article content Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) *** You make a fantastic impression on others today because people see you as reliable and experienced. Because people respect you, you might receive a promotion, or a chance to explore new opportunities. Today you're in the right place, at the right time, talking to the right people. Article content Article content Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) **** This is an excellent day to learn something new. Study related to higher education will be a pleasure. Others will learn new information in a less formal setting, perhaps through a friend or a guru -like figure. Keep your ears open. Article content Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) *** You couldn't pick a better day to negotiate how to share something like an inheritance, or your percentage of something. This is because people are inclined to follow the rules and respect traditional values. Whatever benefits you today could impact your future success this year. Article content Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) **** Discussions with close friends, spouses and partners will be meaningful and productive today because you don't want to waste time and either does someone else. You want to get the show on the road. Give yourself the support system you need to explore creative choices. Article content Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) *** Discussions with a parent or an older family member might be serious today because you could be discussing practical matters, end-of-life issues, or how to stabilize your home in a way that has long-lasting benefits. You might also improve your home work space.
