Transforming Yourself to a Gym Regular

You're probably wondering how I went from someone who hated the gym to someone who absolutely loves keeping in shape and staying fit, here are a few strategies to help you make a similar transformation:

1. Only “You” Are Concentrating on You:
Walking into the gym can be intimidating especially if it is filled with people you don't feel comfortable around from big bodybuilder types to too man men. When I first began weight training I had to overcome these same fears. I remember so clearly my first day walking over to the "other side" where people were grunting and groaning and lifting what seemed like impossible amounts of weight. I pulled down my baseball cap, turned up the volume on my walkman (I'm pretty sure that's what I had at this time) and took that first step. Once there I realized that all of these people were actually more concerned about what they were doing to focus any attention on anyone else around them. It's all about YOU in the gym. No one else!

2. Think About What the Gym Will Do for Your Body, Confidence Level and Overall Health:
The side effects of a regular gym-going routine are incredible! Visibly you will see your body develop an incredible shape, your muscles will feel toned and tight, and the skin around your muscles will tighten up too. Best of all are the internal benefits that you can't see. Your bones will become stronger with each weight you lift, your heart will beat more efficiently, your metabolism will increase and your body will use fuel more effectively, you will feel warmer and more healthy overall. This inward and outward beauty will lead to a natural boost in confidence that will travel with you everywhere you go.

3. Seek the Support of Those Around You, Especially Your Partner and Family:
Stepping into the unknown territory of health and wellness can leave anyone feeling vulnerable. This is the time to take advantage of your support systems. Tell your partner, family and friends what you are planning to do. Choose one person in particular who will hold you accountable for reaching your goals. Book a date with them once a month to follow up on the progress you are making. When I began making changes, my family was resistant. Most of this was due to a lack of education about what and why I was doing this, and fear that I would change too much. I decided from the beginning that I would not make special meals for my kids. What was on the table was it! As for my friends, I had to leave a few unsupportive relationships behind and focus on the new, positive connections I was making.

You can do this.

-Tosca

p.s. Get more tips like these in New York Time's Bestseller Your Best Body Now.

Texas Recovery

Last week was an absolute whirlwind bustling around Texas promoting New York Times Bestseller Your Best Body Now, hence my absence from blogging as I try to get my life back in order. It's amazing how quickly laundry and bills and work pile up when you're away for any length of time, let alone 1 week.

I enjoyed my time in Texas and hope the message of living a clean and healthy lifestyle was spread as best as possible. We certainly had a lot of press coverage and events. Thank you to everyone who came out to our Gold's Gym seminar and to our Journey to Health event in Corpus Christi.

I met a ton of people, including Angela Schwarzbach seen to your left, and gathered a great number of success stories that I hope to share with you on my website very soon.

Overall, it is my sincere hope for folks in Texas and everywhere to become aware of how serious a problem being overweight is. It affects individuals, families, communities, states and nations on a palpable level. It is no laughing matter & it needs to be dealt with NOW! You have the ability to make a change within you today. So in the famous words of Nike, JUST DO IT!

Your Sister in Iron,
Tosca Reno

Hello Buffalo, NY!

I have a BUSY day ahead of me THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28 in Buffalo, NY as I continue promotions for New York Times Bestseller Your Best Body Now. Join me as I TV, radio and book-sign it up! Can't wait to meet you!

1. Catch me on Channel 2 News DAYBREAK at 8am EDT.

2. Hear me on Kiss 98.5 with Nick & Janet at 9am EDT. Click here to access their LISTEN ONLINE link if you don't live in the Buffalo area.

3. Watch me on AM Buffalo between 10am and 11am EDT.

4. Join me at 2 different Wegman's locations tomorrow for book signings:
a) Wegman's 3740 McKinley Pkway Buffalo, NY from 1pm-3pm EDT
b) Wegman's 4960 Tranist Road Depew, NY from 4pm-6pm EDT

Learn more about this event and my other upcoming events here!

Listen Live Today!

I'll be on Chat with Women based out of Seattle, Washington today from 8am-9am PST to discuss New York Times Bestseller Your Best Body Now... and more!

Grab your black coffee and your oatmeal and listen live here regardless of what coast or country you are in.

-Tosca

West Coast Moments

I had a great time hitting up the West Coast the last few days to promote Your Best Body Now. I'm pretty tired from jetting around so much, but had a lot of great experiences! Here are a couple of moments from the week...

KCAL News (click the link)!

San Diego Living



Enjoy! And P.S. Your Best Body Now has made it onto the New York Times Bestseller list yet again! Thank you thank you thank you... you're ALL amazing!

Your Sister in Iron,
Tosca Reno

West Coast Tour

I've landed in California! I'll be doing a bunch of press while I'm here to promote New York Times Bestseller Your Best Body Now!

Catch me this morning on...

San Diego Living at 9am PST

Then, catch me this afternoon on...

KCAL News at 2pm PST

For more info on other stops along the way check out my events schedule here.

I love Cali!

Your Sister in Iron,
Tosca Reno

Big Weekend: NYT Bestseller & 1/2 Marathon!

Wow! What a huge weekend it was. Here's why:

Thanks to your support Your Best Body Now has made it onto the prestigious New York Times Bestseller list in a very short period of time. This is an absolute honor that I am thrilled to share with all of you who made it possible. Here's to inspiring men and women everywhere to live clean lives.

After getting that great news I strapped on my running shoes and competed with the Eat-Clean Diet Team for Team Diabetes in the Goodlife Fitness Toronto 1/2 Marathon. What an experience! I managed to finish in the race in 1:56: 51 & came in 21 out of 192 in my age group. I was so happy to come in under 2 hours!

We had an amazing team yesterday complete with coworkers from Robert Kennedy Publishing and fans of the Eat-Clean Diet. We all rocked the race although it was a struggle!

Thank you to everyone for your support! We did it!

Your Sister in Iron,
Tosca Reno

Eat-Clean Diet Team for Team Diabetes pre-race pump up!


Keeping warm after the race with my daughter Kiersten who finished in an amazing 1:48!


The team (including our awesome 5k participants) after the race with my friends Leslie and Franca who came out to support us! Thanks to everyone else who came to support, too!