Need help figuring out how to maintain a healthy lifestyle? You’re not alone. Eighty percent of Americans surveyed by the International Food Information Council in 2018 encountered conflicting information about food and nutrition, and 59% of them said it caused them to doubt their decisions.¹ If you’re working hard to maintain a healthy weight, the last thing you want to do is derail your progress, or hit a weight loss plateau. So, how do you decide what advice to follow? We sat down with Briana Rodriquez, Jenny Craig’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, to get back to basics and discovered some surprising tips to stay healthy that will help support your weight maintenance journey.

Each week, we’ll highlight some of our favorite healthy habits and the benefits behind them. We’ll also share a quick and simple tip from Heather Lake, a Jenny Craig Health & Lifestyle Contributor, to help support your weight loss goals and inspire you throughout the day! This 12-week series will focus on everything from how to stop eating fast food and start eating healthier meals at home, to delicious ways to incorporate more protein into your meals. 

Fall: the leaves have started to change color, the air is a little crisper and everywhere you look — there's another pumpkin dish to try! But most pumpkin inspired dishes can be packed with unwanted calories and sugar — so we've whipped up a sweet treat that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you on track with your weight loss goals. This simple pumpkin cupcake recipe is easy to make and even better to eat. Enjoy! 

We get it: Life can be crazy-busy! With work, running errands, picking your kids up from school and extracurricular activities (or your pup from doggy daycare!), your to-dos probably seem endless — so much so that the mere thought of spending an hour at the gym is almost comical. How can you possibly fit in a workout? Here’s some good news: You don’t actually have to get your exercise in at the gym — there are other ways you can get fit, without a membership! 

In fact, there are a number of exercises you can do right at home — whether that’s in your backyard or living room — that will benefit your health without any gym equipment. And when it comes to working out, the health perks are practically endless. 

For one, experts agree that exercise can support your weight loss efforts, and is a great way to keep your heart healthy.¹ Staying active could help lower your blood pressure and “bad” LDL cholesterol levels, and make your heart muscle stronger.²

Getting active can even help if you are at risk for having diabetes — studies indicate sedentary people who started exercising were able to lower their insulin resistance.³ 

So, if you’re crunched for time but still want to reap the numerous benefits that come along with breaking a sweat, try these exercises. You can do them from the comfort of your own home, build your strength and improve your fitness — no gym required! Start with 10-15 repetitions, then add additional reps as you feel more comfortable.

New to fitness? Check out our Beginner’s Guide to Exercise. 

Remember to always consult your physician before starting a new exercise routine. 
 

*Weight lost on Classic Program. Members following our program, on average, lose 1-2 lbs. per week. Tanya received promotional consideration.

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 “I tried so many weight loss programs and fads such as eliminating carbs, juicing and fasting without success.”

After trying many different weight loss programs and fads, such as eliminating carbs, fasting and juicing without success, Jenny Craig is my go-to weight loss program to shed excess pounds. I found it to be the only program that works for me. Entering my 50s and hitting menopause, I weighed 194 lbs., which was the heaviest non-pregnant weight I’d ever been. My clothes were tight, and I did not like the way I was feeling. It was back to Jenny Craig to lose weight and to start feeling like my best self again.

*Weight lost on Classic Program. Members following our program, on average, lose 1-2 lbs. per week. Weight loss as of 5/29/19. Jennie received promotional consideration.

Ever wonder what it’s like to join Jenny Craig? Explore a day in the life of actual Jenny Craig members and read their inspiring stories as we highlight different journeys throughout the year. In their own words, they’ll share their favorite foods, activities and creative tips that help them develop healthier habits and reach their weight loss goals.

A Georgia native, Jennie M., is an aerospace engineer and a full-time working mom. Tired of struggling with her weight and negative self-talk, Jennie was ready to make a change. Although she was usually mindful about what she ate and exercised often, she had a challenging obstacle to overcome: oversized portions at mealtimes. Find out how Jennie ditched her old habits and lost 27 lbs.* with Jenny Craig!