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And the Venus Contest Winners Are … VT 13 Winner Announcement

May 8, 2015 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

The 12 week contest only shows the small window of time at the end of their transformation.

Before I announce the winners of the 13th Venus Transformation contest it’s important to note that what you see for the contest is merely the last 12 weeks of a long transformation for all of these women.

What makes our contests unique is that they are not fat loss at all contests. The focus of our program is to learn a sustainable healthy lifestyle. That is why it is important for so many to stay active in our private online community for women only.

Our program is designed to build your best female shape while losing weight at the best rate for yourself. For many women that might only be 10-20 pounds in 12 weeks. Our program is designed to help women keep their hormones stable while sustainably losing fat and building muscle tone.

In the weeks ahead you will have the chance to see and hear the bigger story for all of these new Venus winners.

Alright then, on with the announcement so many have been waiting for:

First Place – Kirsty

Second Place – Karen

Third Place – Michele T.

Fourth Place – Michelle N.

Fifth Place – Tracie

Sixth Place – Amparo

Seventh Place – Annette

Eighth Place – Laura

Ninth Place – Melisia

Tenth Place – Michele A.

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Venus contest news; things are changing up for the better

May 4, 2015 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

Leanne before and after

The next Venus Transformation contest (VT14) starts on May 11th. Do not attempt to enter your pictures before May 11th. The contest entry form will open on the 11th.

The current contest winners for VT13 will be announced right here on the Venus Blog next Friday May 8th.

As many you inside the Venus community have noticed, we have a new online platform. The team behind the scenes is making things better for all of us.

There will be a new contest entry form:

Once you get there and click on the contest it will be obvious where to put your measurements and pictures.

The following will be needed from you:

Age
Weight
Height
Shoulders
Waist
Hips

Pictures (bikini or two piece) used for primarily for judging:

1) Front – Facing camera with arms at your side

2) Side – 90 degrees to the camera with your arms at your side

3) Back – Facing away from the camera, with your arms at your side

The pictures need to be full body head to toe. It is very important that for your front, side, and back poses your arms are down at your sides but not covering your waist and that they are full body head to toe pictures. Do not crop out your face or your feet.

4) Newspaper picture – This should be a current issue of the national or local newspaper in order to validate the day you took the picture. You need to take a picture in this same group of pictures with the current day’s newspaper in your hand and the front page visible.

Pictures (NOT bikini) used for winner publications and future publications:

This can be in workout clothes, yoga pants, dresses, skirts, or whatever you are comfortable with that also shows your change in shape when comparing before and after. We would like to publish more pictures that are non-bikini like Leann’s picture.

5) Front – Facing camera with arms at your side

6) Side – 90 degrees to the camera with your arms at your side

7) Back – Facing away from the camera, with your arms at your side

8) Newspaper picture – This should be a current issue of the national or local newspaper in order to validate the day you took the picture. You need to take a picture in this same group of pictures with the current day’s newspaper in your hand and the front page visible.

So as you can see, there will be eight pictures to enter.

As you make progress during the 12 week contest look for pictures of when you were at your biggest weight. We would like one submitted with the final pictures.

We will only use first names for all publications.

The only deadline is the last day of the contest, August 3rd.

All start and finish entries can be entered any time during the 12 week contest window: May 11th – August 3rd

We look forward to hearing more progress stories and can’t wait to announce the winners of VT13

-Coach Roberta

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What would Venus say?

March 20, 2015 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

Roberta and Denise enjoying a Sushi lunch break at Northstar Tahoe.

What would Venus say?

As I sat down to breakfast last Sunday I declared to my friends that I would enjoy carbs and pastries! I had already enjoyed a beautiful trout dinner with elegant wine and deserts the previous night so it was quite the splurge.

It was vacation with family and friends after all!

Denise, Randy, and Gary all looked curiously at me as Gary asked “What would Venus say?”

I replied “Venus would say this is GREAT! This is part of the golden life to enjoy.”

I went on to explain that it’s all part of managing the food intake like a calorie budget. It’s okay to “spend” as long as we realize the debt will come due. Gary nodded. He understands because managing finances is what he does for a living.

Gary also understood the concept of freedom when a person is “debt free”.

I’ve been debt free with regards to weight loss for over four years now, but part of that means managing a smaller “budget” with regards to food intake. We don’t get to just cruise through the rest of life with no effort once we achieve our fitness goals.

No effort and no awareness is like credit card spending with wild abandon. Most of us would quickly get ourselves into huge debt again.

I don’t know about you but that’s not a place I want to go back to. I would rather roll up my sleeves and get it done before that happens.

I had a great time talking with both Denise and Gary about the Venus and Adonis lifestyle and how it relates to finances and every aspect of our lives.

My friend Denise is a family therapist so she knows all to well the hammering we take with our self image when we reach a level of unhealthiness with our bodies. She also knows it still requires we work and care for the inner part of our being both before and after a transformation.

Denise is a pretty neat lady, both wise and fun. We had a great time together.

Randy, myself, Denise, and Gary enjoying an elegant and beautiful dinner at the Manzanita restaurant.

Randy, myself, Denise, and Gary enjoying an elegant and beautiful dinner at the Tahoe Ritz-Carlton Manzanita restaurant.

Dinner at the Manzanita restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton in Tahoe is always fabulous. Some of you might remember Dr. Tania and I having a great time there a couple of years ago.

It seems like I’ve been spending a lot of time at Ritz-Carlton hotels lately!

The cycles and seasons of life

I knew as soon as I got back home I’d have to get right back into my normal routine and start slowly paying off some of that debt. We all have these little cycles in life. It’s not the first, nor will it be the last.

We just own it and roll up our sleeves and deal with it because the alternative (becoming obese) is just not acceptable. Many of us accept this as a lifestyle for the very reason that it keeps us healthy and vibrant.

The process for me this week is the same process I used when I wrote about recovering from stress hunger in January.

It’s pretty much the same thing every time. We might get tired of it and it feels like “No, not This Again!” But yes, it is this again. It’s just paying off the debt before it gets out of hand.

We just own it, take care of business, and move on.

It’s best to get our emotions out of the equation and trust the process. The more we do the process and see that it works, the more we trust it.

Denise, Gary, and I enjoyed a day of skiing at Northstar.

The health benefits of the Venus lifestyle

Gary, Denise, and spent Saturday downhill skiing at NorthStar at Tahoe ski resort while Randy took care of our sick kitty Squeaky. It was pretty good skiing in the morning and then the afternoon was slushy and difficult.

There are so many health benefits I still enjoy from losing the excess 85 pounds. One of the benefits is the chronic lower back pain I’d experienced for 15 years is completely gone. I had no idea when I was over weight that it had caused such a huge burden.

The last time I’d gone skiing was over 10 years ago and my calves were so big from the excess weight that I couldn’t find boots that fit correctly. I really enjoyed myself this time not having so much pain. Skiing is still hard on the lower legs, but it was all the normal aches and pains of downhill skiing and leaning forward into the boots.

The Venus workout routines seemed to keep me in pretty good shape for skiing. I didn’t get sore, but I was slightly fatigued from the effort.

We ended the weekend together with a hike in the beautiful D.L. Bliss state park in South Lake Tahoe.

You are sculpting and molding your destiny

We ended our time together at the Lake with a hike in D. L. Bliss State Park in South Lake Tahoe. On the way home I pondered how much my life has changed since embarking on this Venus lifestyle. I have a new career that keeps evolving. It’s exciting and I can’t wait to find out what lies ahead for me this year.

Pretty cool for a 54 year old woman who spent many years frustrated and over weight isn’t it?

It made me think of a recent email from one of the owners of Venus and Adonis, Brad Howard. His words describe exactly what I felt as I pondered how my life had changed.

So I shall leave you with his words.

Have a beautiful weekend. It’s full of opportunity to make good choices.

See you on the inside!

-Coach Roberta

You’re not here just to get abs.

You’re not here to just sculpt an ideal physique.

You’re here because Venus and Adonis is just one tool you’re using to sculpt your life. One tool on your journey to owning your destiny.

That is what makes Venus and Adonis special.

We are the kind of men and woman who recognize… that one of the most important things we can bring to this world… is being a person of value.

And by being a person of value… we invest in ourselves.

You know what man…. keep sculpting and carving away at your life.

Throw yourself into the minds of great men and women.

Read voraciously.

If you experience failure… look at it as just golden feedback to grow.

Experience new things. Travel to a place you wouldn’t normally think of going.

In short…

…Keep raising your bar.

It may take you time. In fact, it will take you time. Yet if you keep putting one foot in front of the other… If you keep learning.. if you keep sharpening your blade and applying yourself… your life.. and your success… YOU will be in control of it. And it will open great doors for you.

Venus and Adonis is about marching to the beat of your own drum. It’s tailored to you. Yet the doors are open to experiment with different philosophies. Some you may disagree with … some you may love. All in all… you learn immensely from both.

It’s the same thing in your life.

You get certain guide posts along the way.

You try different things.

You are sculpting and molding your destiny.

Keep rocking it man.

Keep sculpting your journey.

Howard.

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It’s okay to make mistakes with diet – just keep moving forward – says Contest Winner Sheralyn

February 16, 2015 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

Sheralyn says she is a Venus for life! Look how tiny she is in her after picture!

Sheralyn placed in the VT12 contest. Here is what she has to say in her own words:

How did you find the Venus Factor?

The Venus link was attached to email that I got from a self-esteem help promotion. I was not feel well emotionally or physically and I was looking for self help before going to a professional. I clicked on it knowing that my biggest problem was my weight, but I did not know how to take it off without depriving myself or making me feel worse. It made sense to me and I purchased it right away. I started reading all the information and found it not only fascinating, but it made sense to me. The very first thing I was excited about was the workouts. I have worked out a majority of my life, but I hand done anything consistently in the past few years.

What aspect of the program was most beneficial to you?

For me, the most beneficial is the flexibility to make it work for me, my family, and my life style. You can make it so personal in every way from the food to the exercises.

Did you like the Venus workout?

I LOVE the workouts!!! I started them right away.

Which workout(s) did you use?

I did Phase 1 twice, I have did Phase 2 (Final Phase) twice. I am planning on doing Phase 3 next, a modified version; one that will fit with my time schedule.

What kept you motivated?

My biggest motivation was the mirror and fitting into cute clothes. Now, a huge motivation to keep it off is my health. I feel so much better both physically and mentally.

Do you have a particular style of eating?

Not really, during the school year eat my salad lunches, the weekend I eat pizza with my family. I fast twice a week. The summer is a little more lacks.

Did you use the Undulating protocol?

The first 12 weeks I followed it exactly.

If so how did it work for you and did you make any modifications?

From then on I pretty much eat maintenance on Fridays and the rest of the week I stay close to my minimum.

Did you use any supplements?

I just take 1 A Day vitamins and fiber gummies.

Did you use the online community and how was that experience?

For the first 12 weeks I was a community “stalker”. After that, I had the courage to be more involved. I think the community is such an important part of Venus. This is where we can share our ups and downs without fear of criticism, you learn that is it’s ok to make mistakes. You can be encouraged when you feel that you are not making any progress. There are so many beautiful women to lift you up. It is such a positive, encouraging place.

Did you find support with friends and family?

Funny story, my family did not know I was doing anything different until 3 months after I started and they started noticing I was losing weight. Now my family is eating better and exercising more.

What was the hardest obstacle to conquer?

To not be discouraged by the scale, but to rely on other things, the tape, clothes, the mirror.

How did you feel about your final pictures?

WOW is that really me???? Sometimes when I look in the mirror I have to stop and stare and ask is that really me???

Is this a lifestyle you will continue?

This is definitely for life!!! For me this is not only about weight loss but about learning about my self. I learned, for me to be a better person to my family, friends, and students I need to take care of myself. Also, there are so many Venus ladies that are wonderful examples of being older, fit, women that are an encouragement to keep on.

What is your best advice for other Venus’s?

No matter how slow the pounds come off keep going, it is ok to make mistakes, just continue forward. I like what John wrote somewhere “What would your future self say to you now?” I need to remember this again with my last few pounds and inches to lose.

Sheralyn’s Venus lifestyle includes enjoying time with her family.

Sheralyn is active in our private online community and you can find her on the inside.

Sheralyn recently celebrated her one year anniversary with Venus! Stop in and say congratulations.

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The Venus Transformation Contest VT-13 Starts TODAY!

January 19, 2015 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

What do you say when you look in the mirror?

When most of us started the Venus program we thought “NO WAY”!

I never wore a bikini ever in my adult life. Even when I started Venus I was not convinced it would happen. Having spent most of my adult life size 12-14 I would have been happy to get to a size 8-9 again. But Venus surprised me. Venus taught me that I could exceed my wildest dream ever! It got me down to a size 3-4 AND got me into a bikini, at age 50 I might add. I’m still there at age 54.

Don’t sell yourself short. You too are capable. No matter what you look like in the mirror now, tell yourself “I CAN do this!”

Here’s what John Barban said in a recent email:

The tipping point… the time when you look in the mirror and can say “I can do this”.

Or the moment where you fall victim to an excuse, avoid taking action on what you really want… settle back to old habits… and struggle again for the rest of the year.

Right now, another Transformation contest has begun. And many of your Venus sisters are committed to making a real transformation in their fat loss goals.

Whether you are doing a contest or not… there is one EDGE you can gain in 2015 to ensure you possess the hot sexy body you’ve dreamed of.

That edge is: getting coached by one of my hand-picked expert coaches. Many of the coaches have been through inspiring transformations themselves. They understand what it TRULY takes transform your mind and body, to possess the sexy hot body you want.

Now hiring a personal Venus Coach is not cheap by any means.

It will most likely be the most intense 12 weeks of your life. You will be held accountable for your actions and your goals. Now you may be thinking you won’t have time for that.

Nonsense.

Did you know that the majority of your Venus sisters who wisely get coaching are usually the ones who work INSANE hours… or have a hectic home life with kids?

With coaching you get the strategic shortcuts, and incredible motivation… and they are personally dialed right into your hectic life.

The women who get coaching, some are flat out beginners… brand new to Venus… others are more advanced… and they finally want to reveal the body they desire.

The main thing is… they stopped sitting around… and fully committed to an exclusive one-on-one experience to get their bodies looking better than the ever dreamed possible.

If you want to look in the mirror tomorrow morning… and smile because you KNOW 2015 is the year your body comes out looking amazing then go here now:

Transform Your Body in 2015 With A Venus Coach<<<

Best,

JB

Here’s how you enter the Venus Contest.

Those who have the most success participate in the private online community of women only. This is where they meet new friends and find support. They learn from others things they never would have thought of.

This is how we learn SUCCESS and how to live the life of a Venus.

See you on the inside!

-Coach Roberta

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What To Do When Your Stomach Feels Like An Endless Void with HUNGER?

January 16, 2015 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

How do you deal with the after effects of stress hunger?

The night before this picture was taken I felt the effects of extreme fatigue. Even though I’d already eaten well above my caloric needs for the day, my stomach felt like an endless void that couldn’t be filled. I seriously wanted to eat the entire jar of nut butter and preserves. It was the strangest thing. I was practically stumbling around the house, specifically the kitchen, and I just wanted to eat.

This is called being ego depleted. It’s something John talks about this in the Venus Fat Loss Manual. You can’t make good decisions when you are ego depleted. You have to set up your environment for success.

I finally tore myself away from the kitchen and stumbled off to bed. What I really needed was sleep, not food.

I’ve been maintaining my Venus shape for 4 years now so I’ve been around the block a time or two with this stress eating business. It’s never the end of the world if you CHOOSE you are not DOOMED just because you made a few ego depleted bad decisions.

When I woke up the next morning I wasn’t quite recovered from the stress of the previous few days. I was still ego depleted but I knew what to do. I needed water, coffee, and some hugs and reassurance from Randy.

Even though I’ve spent most of my life hiding from the camera, Venus changed that for me. I put on the exact pair of jeans that I bought when I first achieved my Venus goal and had Randy take a picture of me on our back deck. I had even blogged about getting this pair of “skinny jeans” back in the day, inside our private Venus Community. This picture and these jeans gave me assurance once again that you won’t lose your progress overnight.

The only way you lose what you earned with fat loss is if you go on for weeks and months with no regard for food intake, like a wild woman on a credit card spending spree. At some point the bill will come due. Just don’t let that happen. Pay off the debt sooner.

When you are ego depleted it’s just part of the stress of life.

It’s okay. You just pick up where you left off and don’t let your emotions take you away.

Once again it is all about consistency over time. NOT PERFECTION.

If it were perfection we would never succeed.

If it were perfection we wouldn’t be human.

It is accepting that you are human and not perfect AND not giving up that will get you there.

You are human.

You are not perfect.

It does not matter.

Just keep going.

Read more about the events that caused my ego depletion and how I dealt with it here.

See you on the inside!

-Coach Roberta

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Venus Transformation Contest Schedule for 2015

December 29, 2014 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

The 12 week contest only shows the small window of time at the end of their transformation.

Many of you have been waiting for next year’s schedule of contests.

Here’s the schedule:

Jan 19th – April 13th

May 11th – Aug 3rd

Aug 31st – Nov 23rd

There is NO DEADLINE within those dates to enter. You can enter your before and after pictures ANY TIME during those windows. Obviously the earlier you enter your before pictures and the later you enter your after pictures will give you the biggest opportunity for change to happen. It’s hard enough for any of us to produce a change in just 12 weeks.

We want this experience to be as stress free and as fun as possible for you. That’s why there is no fee to join. All Venus customers who have never placed in a previous contest can enter.

If you have placed in a previous contest and want to enter again, you can get featured in the “Cover Girl Calendar Girl” category. No prizes are awarded except you get to show off how superbly you have maintained a beautiful shape with the Venus program.

Contest rules and regulations

Get ready to see and hear some awesome stories from our recent contest winners in the new year to help keep you motivated.

Happy New Year!

-Coach Roberta

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Learn to eat like an adult; Uncensored Podcast

December 10, 2014 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

John and Brad talk about the whole mind and body approach to diet and fitness.

How do we learn to eat like an adult?

What is the whole mind and body approach to diet and fitness?

Why is taking responsibility for your own body so important?

What makes the body and mind a two way street?

What happens when your body and mind grow at different rates?

How do you balance this all throughout your journey?

How does consistency fit in?

How does being a grown up and being responsible relate to our body shape?

What does eat like a grown up mean?

What can make the diet process unsustainable?

How does an all or nothing mentality come into play?

How does this effect our identity?

How can we get back on track?

How does the exercise part fit in to the whole process?

What does “less is better” mean in the fitness process?

How can we make all of the processes here keep us going towards our goals?

What is usually the easy part?

How do we deal with delayed feedback?

When do other people’s opinions count?

How do you make this process fit into your life?

What makes this process a whole system approach?

What can you do to make this a personal challenge?

Listen to what John and Brad have to say about this topic:

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And the Venus Transformation Contest VT12 Winners are…

December 8, 2014 by Roberta Saum 1 Comment

There is a bigger story behind all of these transformations.
The 12 week contest only shows the small window of time at the end of their transformation.

Before I announce the winners of the 12th Venus Transformation contest it’s important to note that what you see for the contest is merely the last 12 weeks of a long transformation for all of these women.

In the weeks ahead you will have the chance to see and hear the bigger story for all of these new Venus winners.

Alright then, on with the announcement so many have been waiting for:

First place – Pamela

There are so many things I have learned along the way these last 12 weeks. I was a holier than thou, super judgemental, food snob who needed to relax, stop reading everything regarding health and fitness and just make it happen. Venus put me on the right path. The one I've wanted now for so, so long. I finally feel like I've got the magic ticket to life long health and fitness. There were a few stumble forwards along the way just like I had heard on so many of the podcasts. But that is life- it's never just all smooth sailing.

There are so many things I have learned along the way these last 12 weeks. I was a holier than thou, super judgmental, food snob who needed to relax, stop reading everything regarding health and fitness and just make it happen. Venus put me on the right path. The one I’ve wanted now for so, so long. I finally feel like I’ve got the magic ticket to life long health and fitness. There were a few stumble forwards along the way just like I had heard on so many of the podcasts.
But that is life- it’s never just all smooth sailing.

Second place – Sharon

Since I’ve started, I’ve actually inspired others, most importantly, my 18 year old daughter and that is soooo exciting for me! ME, an almost 49 year old, in menopause and a mom of an adult…an inspiration to others? Wow!!!! I weigh less now than when I was 29 and
I’m positive I have more muscle now than I did then!

Third place – Leah

The best part is I have reached results in my weight and physique that I didn’t even think or dare to dream of having at this stage in life. I have surpassed my “ideal” weight I thought I wanted and I fit smaller sized clothing than I can even remember. Ultimately, I feel more geared up for success in every area of my life after accomplishing this goal. If I can do this, I can do anything! Thank you Venus Factor and to all the Venus’, I am a changed woman!!

Fourth place – Patty

This has been a very difficult and rewarding process. I have learned a lot and must say that I was ready to throw in the towel when I got such wonderful support from my Venus friend Pam that convinced me to not give up but be proud of what I have already worked hard for. The Venus community is a community of great people that all want to achieve the same goal and go through the same ups and downs. I am looking forward to continue on and keep up the hard work. This has been a wonderful change in my life.

Fifth place – Kat

I found Venus in the middle of April 2014. It is November 23rd today. During that time I have lost 39 pounds and went from a size 14 to size 6. I haven’t been in that good of a shape and size ever. The last time I weighed 121lbs was when I was 14. Through Venus I learned to enjoy life and enjoy food again. I will continue with the Venus principles for the rest of my life. I hit my gym 3 times a week consistently and I work hard and lift heavy.

Sixth place – Sylvie

Venus Factor provided support that I needed, when I needed it. I found a very high quality material, from the Web site, to the App. The user blog can be a good source of motivation; the podcasts are literally a mine of information and the discussions between Brad and John are so interesting to listen to. If I had an advice to give to a woman who wants to take her health in hand it’s this one : give you a chance to succeed, don’t ever give up; believe in you, you worth it.

Seventh place – Wendy

I have been so impressed with my Phase I results that I finally broke down and purchased immersion. I don’t really have a penny to spare but I certainly believe that you truly do get what you pay for, and to me this is the best investment I can make in myself, in my future!
So, let’s do this, on to the next level, on to the next Phase. Just BRING IT!

Eighth place – Sheralyn

I have tried many diets that failed. Venus is so successful for me for many reasons; first you have so many people going through the same struggles, but we all share an learn from each other. Second, it fit so well with my life style. You can really live a normal life without having to deprive yourself of one of the simple pleasures in life, enjoying good food with family and friends. Another reason I love the Venus program is that this is the only diet that I have been on that give you more tools to loose and maintain weight, not just the bathroom scale. You have a tape measure, a mirror, a camera, and your clothes to help you see that you are looking better not just a number on a scale. With these tools you can reach mini goals to help you reach your ultimate goal. SUCCESS!!!

Ninth place – Elizabeth

I immediately started to lose weight with Venus in April, 2014. In less than a week my clothes started to feel looser. I found many tools for loosing weight that I can use according my needs and my social calendar. This is what I love most about Venus: it is 100% flexible. I live in Asia, where the constant social events are all about food, and to not eat is culturally offensive. In the past I did not know how to navigate this. Now I participate in eating with everyone and I am still loosing weight. The concept of budgeting my calories makes a lot of sense to me. I budget my money – why wouldn’t I count and budget my calories as well?

Tenth place – Jenia

They say you are what you eat, right? Well I think the Venus ladies are what we DON’T eat. It’s a way of life, a mentality that will stick with me for the rest of my life. It’s really a life changing program, if you allow it to be. It’s something I totally fell into at the click of a mouse, and I am so happy I did. I am the fittest I have ever been in my life, even better now than my teenage years. I’m loving the new Venus me. My new standard is not ordinary, it’s extraordinary; I am Venus forevermore. Thank you all so much for creating such a wonderful and workable program!

Our Cover Model for this contest is Sue

This is a category for any of our previous contest winners who want to take things a step farther to celebrate their success and keep motivated. Sue loves to incorporate Venus and other physical activities with her love for Karate. Learn about Sue’s journey to success in her contest interview.

Sue is extremely helpful and supportive in our online community and you can find her there often, always with a kind word.

'm excited about the future like never before. Setting my goals for 2015 will be very interesting, as the main challenge in my life has pretty much been sorted. A clean slate .. how exciting!!

I’m excited about the future like never before. Setting my goals for 2015 will be very interesting, as the main challenge in my life has pretty much been sorted. A clean slate .. how exciting!!

Venus is proving to be SO much more than just the “how to lose weight” program. Anything I need, it’s all at my fingertips .. and the community is beyond fantastic. Venus, you have given me the tools to become the best version of myself .. thank you!

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Justified Eating; Uncensored Podcast

September 3, 2014 by Roberta Saum Leave a Comment

What is the “Halo Effect” regarding food and diet?

What is Justified Eating?

Is it a scientific term?

What is disinhibited or restrained eating?

What about concept of good foods verses bad foods?

What is justified eating?

Does it mean eat irresponsibly?

What happens when your list of foods becomes obsessive?

How does this effect cravings?

What about sweet cravings?

Are sweet cravings gender specific?

Are sweet cravings more prone to females at specific body fat levels, stress, work environments, relationship situations, and physical activity level?

What are the hormonal differences?

What about emotions, how do they effect your hormones and hunger?

Is it in fact calorie restriction, or restrained eating, or “dieting”?

How does what you think about food effect the way it tastes to you?

Do the hunger hormones change according to how you feel about food?

How does the concept of dieting effect cravings and hunger?

What about ego depletion?

How does a restrained eater estimate their own food intake?

What is the halo effect on food?

Listen to what John and Brad have to say about what Justified Eating is and why we do it:

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First Place – Kirsty

Second Place – Karen

Third Place – Michele T.

Fourth Place – Michelle N.

Fifth Place – Tracie

Sixth Place – Amparo

Seventh Place – Annette

Eighth Place – Laura

Ninth Place – Melisia

Tenth Place – Michele A.

Pictures (bikini or two piece) used for primarily for judging:

Pictures (NOT bikini) used for winner publications and future publications:

All start and finish entries can be entered any time during the 12 week contest window: May 11th – August 3rd

What would Venus say?

The cycles and seasons of life

The health benefits of the Venus lifestyle

You are sculpting and molding your destiny

What do you say when you look in the mirror?

Here’s the schedule:

Jan 19th – April 13th

May 11th – Aug 3rd

Aug 31st – Nov 23rd

How do we learn to eat like an adult?

First place – Pamela

Second place – Sharon

Third place – Leah

Fourth place – Patty

Fifth place – Kat

Sixth place – Sylvie

Seventh place – Wendy

Eighth place – Sheralyn

Ninth place – Elizabeth

Tenth place – Jenia

Our Cover Model for this contest is Sue

What is Justified Eating?

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