We all hear how bad stress is for us, and that we have to control it. But what does this really mean? What are the effects of stress on us? How Does Your Body React to Stress? When you experience stress, your body releases a hormone called cortisol. In small[…]
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Did you know that research shows the average winter weight gain to be five to seven pounds? Some people gain this extra weight because they have Seasonal Affective Disorder—a type of winter depression. But most of us can’t blame winter depression for our tendency to pick up extra weight during[…]
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Vacation season is about to go into full swing. Whether you are traveling to the mountains or the beach, it’s the time of year when many of us look forward to a time of rest and recovery from our hectic lives. When you think of getting fit, resting is probably[…]
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There is a reason why celebrities and other highly successful people choose to hire a certified personal trainer: IT WORKS. And this is why so many people rely on personal trainers to help them move from mediocre to excellence in their pursuit of health, fitness and weight loss. The Reality[…]
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You spent the winter working hard because you want to say no to summer weight gain. You exercised consistently, you were careful to eat more healthy foods and you watched your portion sizes. Why? So you would look great at the lake and have plenty of energy to enjoy summer. […]
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‘A myth pervades society – that getting a woman to bulk up is as easy as lifting heavy weights. This is not true! Unless a woman is taking steroids or performance enhancing drugs, she WILL NOT bulk up. I repeat, she will not bulk up. She won’t look like Arnold[…]
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I had Sugar Cookie for breakfast - LOVE IT - even as much as Brownie Batter! I will choose my flavor each day depending on if I am in the mood for chocolate or not. I prefer b...
— Beth
I LOVED the Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips!!!! I thought they tasted very much like a Doritos chip. They satisfied my salt and crunch craving!!!...
— Sue
I love Brownie Batter G Butter. It is a perfect quick (and I mean quick) "I forgot to plan" breakfast or snack! Hot out of the microwave with a bit of fruit is my favorite w...
— Beth M.
Try the Cocoa Hazelnut G Butter! It reminds me of a Hershey bar with almonds. I was surprised at how good it tastes! I then tried White Chocolate and I love it. It reminds ...
— Michelle
The protein-packed Iced Coffee blends well with ice and water. Its taste is rich and very filling. Reminded me of chocolate milk, but with an extra kick of espresso shots. I i...
— Martha L.
I wanted to try DPL Therapy on my foot to see if it would help alleviate the pain caused by my bunion. Ultimately I have to have surgery on my foot, this I know, but I'm not...
— Sue C.
I am 54 years old, married with two grown sons and I work 50+ hours a week. I was already seeing the results from Metabolic Explosion Training class and decided to ask for hel...
— Linda C.
Prior to working with Sharon, I tried Weight Watchers and trendy workout videos at home but none of them really worked. I had lost some weight but had a hit a plateau. I began...
— Katie J.
Quest bars keep me out of trouble! My early work day starts with Carbmaster yogurt and berries. On some days by 9:30 or 10 a.m. I am having a Quest bar to tide me over t...
— Martha L.
I enjoy the Oatmeal Chocolate Chip and Rocky Road Quest bars. Both are very tasty but my favorite is oatmeal chocolate chip. I eat them for either breakfast or lunch, and like...
— Jenny G.
I am not normally an iced coffee drinker, however the Peanut Butter High Protein Iced Coffee is in a class by itself.....Yummy! Who knew iced coffee could taste so good while ...
— Roz G.
Teresa lost 24 lbs. and 21 1/2" following an easy-to-use meal plan that has become her new lifestyle....
— Teresa B.
Sharon has managed once again to recommend protein bars, this time the BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars, that taste really good and are nutritionally sound. I'm not sure which ...
— Roz
The Vanilla Marshmallow BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bar tastes a lot like a rice crispy treat. It's really tasty and fills you up too!...
— Nichole D.
In just 8 weeks, Adam V. lost 9 lbs. and 7 1/2" while still going out and spending time with friends. The meal planning app had the foods he liked and kept him feeling satisfi...
— Adam V.
I passed the fitness test! I was referred to Sharon for her success in helping others. I had three weeks to pass a fitness test for entry into the police department. My goal...
— Andrew S.
Mocha Chocolate Chip Quest bars are a new favorite! Most people hear "mocha" and think "coffee", but I think there is really just a hint of coffee flavor that enhances the cho...
— Erika
My 18 year old athlete son can't get enough of Brownie Batter G Butter. He has it almost every morning as part of his breakfast, and sometimes as an after-practice snack. ...
— Jenny G.
I learned that portion control is so important during the Transformation Challenge. Meal planning made it much easier to stick with the plan during the week. 6 weeks was a per...
— Rosi S.
During the Transformation Challenge, I learned more about planning meals. It makes a big difference, as I lost 21 lbs. and 8.75"! ...
— Ed S.
I tried the White Chocolate G Butter cold straight out of the jar from the refrigerator as well as heated in the microwave. Both were very good, but I loved it right out of ...
— Amy G.
The Double Chocolate Chunk Quest bars are devilishly delicious!! And the Mint Chocolate Chunk bars are yummy!! They both are genuinely tasty treats that are better than cand...
— Linda C.
The Quest Chocolate Peanut Butter bars are as good as they sound! I cut up the bar and baked it into little cookies. They were crunchy on the outside and a bit gooey on th...
— Kristi S.
I was a little hesitant of trying DPL since it was unfamiliar, but got really excited about trying it after hearing from so many other Metabolic Explosion Training classmates ...
— Beth M.
I tried the G Butter Sugar Cookie two ways – straight from the jar and microwaved. Definitely a sweet treat. I liked it better microwaved than right from the jar. Tasted jus...
— Eileen H.
G Butter is a great snack to satisfy your sweet tooth. S'mores is my favorite and Sugar Cookie is a close second. I usually add fresh berries to mine to make it even better....
— Bonita P.
I first used the Firefly after walking over 13 miles to watch my husband run the Chicago Marathon. My legs were incredibly sore by the end of the day. I wore the device for ...
— Leisa F.
Thank you for introducing me to the Chike High Protein Iced Coffee. I used to drink a diet Mountain Dew every morning for the caffeine, but now I drink this coffee and I don't...
— Teresa D.
The Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips are great! I love Doritos but haven't eaten them for years. Now I have a healthy alternative. These chips are actually lighter and ...
— Leisa F.
I suffer from Restless Legs Syndrome. Usually I lay down for just a few minutes and then my legs start up. For the past three nights though, I have used the Firefly for 30 min...
— Jason H.
The Quest Ranch Tortilla Chips? Man are they good! Light, crispy and great ranch taste!...
— Eileen H.
I have a before and after pic of my midsection. I took the before about three months ago right before I started taking Sharon's protein powder and the after, I took last night...
— Laura J.
I have been taking Super L-Carnitine and Lipotropic Plus for about 10 days across 6 workouts. I’ve always been wary of supplements but Sharon has a fitness ethos I respect a...
— Matt L.
The Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips and Ranch tortilla chips are better than Doritos chips by far. They are much lighter and taste better!...
— Kevin C.
The Quest Chocolate Sprinkled Doughnut bars are fantastic! Thick chocolate coating over the “doughnut” center with sprinkles on top. I highly recommend them if you like ch...
— Martha
The BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars are like eating a rice krispie treat. It's hard to believe that they are good for you!...
— Michelle
A Birthday Cake Quest bar and a hot cup of cinnamon coffee! It's what's for dinner!! Love the taste and texture of the bar, not to mention it's festively fun appearance!!...
— Eileen H.
After throwing out my back, I quickly turned to DPL therapy twice a day for the first 3 days then once a day for the next 4 days. Along with light stretching, I have been able...
— Kevin C.
My name is Michelle Ellis and I’m a recovering food alcoholic. I have been working with Sharon for a full year now mostly in Personal Training, but recently in MET class too...
— Michelle E.
My son and I just tried a brownie made out of the G Butter Brownie Batter tonight. It was super delicious!...
— Melinda D.
If you like Rice Krispie treats and s'mores, you will LOVE the new BSN S'Mores Protein Crisp bar. NO campfire required!...
— Michelle S.
I tried the Brownie Batter and wow!!! I just stirred it and ate a tablespoon of it! It tasted like I was eating uncooked brownie batter!!! And I love licking the utensil whe...
— Tamara R.
I'm a big fan of the Cookie Dough! It's a creamy consistency with chocolate chips, and little pieces of almond in every bite. My favorite way to eat it is to put it in a s...
— Nichole D.
OMG! The Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest bar is even better than I dreamed. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Quest bars are a close second, but this is definitely my favorite flavor!...
— Erika S.
I'm a cinnamon freak so I was excited to taste the Cinnamon Toast Breakfast Cake brownie. It has been a great go-to when I'm on the run out the door for breakfast....
— Michelle S.
The Birthday Cake Quest bar was delicious! Give it a try, you won't be disappointed!...
— Nichole
A frozen Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest Bar is soooooo good. It's like eating homemade cookies while satisfying my craving for something sweet! And the Mocha Chocolate Chip i...
— Roz G.
G Butter is an absolutely delicious treat you can enjoy without guilt! You can use it as a spread, but my favorite way to eat it is by popping it in the microwave for 30 secon...
— Andrea B.
The Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest bars are amazing, and as you know, I'm not even a fan of oatmeal....
— Tamara R.
I have Cookie Dough G Butter as part of my post workout snack, either spread on a whole grain waffle or even just a plain spoonful. The thing I like most about G Butter is th...
— Carrie N.
I drank the Peanut Butter Iced Coffee after Metabolic Explosion Training yesterday. I wasn't sure what to expect. Peanut Butter coffee didn't initially sound too appealing but...
— Brian C.
Before working with Sharon, I had hit a plateau that I could not overcome, causing me to continue trying different things with little to no success. Sharon’s program has hel...
— Tanya D.
In just 6 weeks, Jim B. lost 23 lbs. and 16.5", winning the Transformation Challenge he and his co-workers undertook....
— Jim B.
After just one DPL therapy session on my knee, I could do a squat and evenly distribute my weight. The day before, I had to put almost all of my weight on my other knee....
— Kim L.
The Mocha Iced Coffee is the bliz whip! It is tasty with an energy boosting kick!...
— Eileen H.
The Birthday Cake Quest bar has an icing coating - that's new! I popped mine in the microwave for 20 seconds like I do with all of my favorite Quest bar flavors. It tasted lik...
— Jenny
I love the BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars! I've tried Salted Toffee Pretzel, Chocolate Crunch, and Mocha Latte. Chilling them in the fridge enhanced the flavors. Try them. ...
— Martha
I asked for Meal Planning because I wanted to learn how to better fuel my body. Before I felt tired and bloated. Since following the Meal Planning I feel more energetic and le...
— Kelly C.
My favorite G Butters are Brownie Batter and Sugar Cookie. I have eaten them straight off of a spoon, dipped an apple in them, and spread them on rice cakes. All three ways ...
— Jen B.
I love the Salted Toffee Pretzel BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars! They are more like a treat and I am a big fan!...
— Beth
I like the Chocolate Brownie Quest Bar. I don't feel hungry for a long time after eating it because of the combination of high levels of both protein and fiber, and low net ca...
— Julie
I had excruciating neck pain that was radiating down my right arm. It was so bad that I was not sleeping at night. The chiropractor believed it was a pinched nerve and s...
— Leisa F.
Peanut Butter Cup G butter is yummy - the only way I tried it was by the spoon out of the jar! I just need to figure out how to just eat a serving size instead of a quarter of...
— Sue C.
Sharon encourages me to try new things that I may have previously thought that I couldn’t do. She brings positive reinforcement to working out which I like. I did have a...
— Julie S.
I have a new favorite Quest bar - Mocha Chocolate Chip. I love coffee and this is like a good cup of coffee wrapped up in a protein bar! And the Coconut Cashew bar is GOOD too...
— Michelle S.
I am 49 years old and the mother of three teenagers: 19, 17, and 14. Four years ago I was at my highest weight ever. I had worked with personal trainers at two different gym...
— Kristi S.
I am a big fan of the Quest bars!!! I always have one either in my lunch bag or in my backpack. If I forget to pack it, I have this empty this feeling!!! I am on-the-go all th...
— Sue C.
I like Quest bars because they are soft and taste like muffins. Other kids should try them because they'll think they taste good too....
— Finn B., 5 year old aspiring sports athlete
White Chocolate GButter is the bomb!!! Best flavor yet and not too sweet!...
— Rosi S.
Whoa! Peanut Butter Iced Coffee is delicious!...
— Erika S.
I inquired about DPL in regards to left shoulder pain. I had torn a muscle in the winter and noticed the pain started to worsen this past spring. I started DPL therapy in July...
— Michelle M.
The Firefly recovery device is the bomb. Let me explain that this is not some high-priced professional athlete-only product. If you have sore legs, ankles, or feet for any rea...
— Kevin C
I microwaved the Sugar Cookie G Butter. Super good cookie! Then I licked the spoon and it tastes good right of the jar too. :)...
— Gillian A.
I LOVE the High Protein Iced Coffee! The Peanut Butter is like liquid Reese's Cups! It is great to have at lunch - it gives you that extra boost to get through the day, and it...
— Michelle S.
The Iced Coffee tastes great! I enjoyed it this morning with Sugar Cookie G Butter. I feel a bit like the Energizer Bunny right now. Should have taken the day off and cleaned ...
— Jenny G.
I really, really, really like the Blueberry Muffin Quest bars! The seasonal Peppermint Bark Quest bars are soooo good. It has an outer layer similar to the Birthday Cake Qu...
— Sue
I LOVE the Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips. I know how important portion control is, but wish the bag was BIGGER! :)...
— Michelle S.
Susan lost 20 lbs. and 18" while learning the skills not only to lose the weight but how to keep it off....
— Susan B.
I just ate my first Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Quest bar - on the way home from Metabolic Explosion Training class. It was so good. The flavor reminds me of an oatmeal chocolate c...
— Eileen
I love the G Butter Brownie Batter! I scoop a little peanut butter in a small bowl and then scoop the Brownie Batter on top. I microwave it for about 30 seconds and it becomes...
— Angela O.
I’m 40 years old, and an account manager that sits at a desk all day, but in my younger years I was a four-year, varsity high school volleyball and basketball athlete, and p...
— Tamara R.
I like the Chocolate Brownie Quest bars. they travel well so it's much easier to prep and stay on plan when away from your home kitchen. The Quest Cookies & Cream bars,...
— Beth M.
OMG! I think the seasonal Quest Pumpkin Pie bars are my top favorite flavor, tied with the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough bars. It was soooooo yummy! It had a "frosting" outer la...
— Susan
The Peanut Butter Brownie Smash Quest Bar is amazing! I love chocolate and peanut butter, and it is the perfect mix!...
— Amy G.
Before working with Sharon, I tried Weight Watchers, the Atkins diet, and others which would give me very short term results but then I would go back to the old way of eating....
— Jack M.
My plantar fasciitis started in my left foot over a year ago, and then after doing the Queen Bee half marathon last October my right foot started hurting. I decided to start D...
— Holly F.
I am very impressed with the tortilla chips. I had the Ranch - they are tasty, light, and airy. Fulfills the chip craving for crunch. ...
— Robin A.
I think your online nutrition program is great, especially for someone that doesn't live in Cincinnati. The app is great for knowing what is on my meal plan and letting me t...
— Korie C.
I went shopping yesterday for clothes for Spring Break. I knew my size 10 shorts from last summer probably wouldn't fit so I took a 6 and an 8 into the dressing room. They wer...
— Angie M.
The Quest Peppermint Bark protein bars are AMAZING! They are my new favorite with Chocolate Brownie a close second....
— Rosi S.
I give Chocolate Peanut Butter Quest bars two thumbs up! My favorite Quest bar is Rocky Road but the new Chocolate Peanut Butter is a very close second. If you like Reese'...
— Leisa F.
Omg!! The BSN Syntha-6 Protein Crisp bars are sooo good!!! The Peanut Butter ones are like a cross between a Rice Krispie treat and a Pay Day Bar!! And the Salted Toffee...
— Eileen H.
I was very surprised how well I liked the Red Velvet G Butter. I'm not a big fan of the cake but thought what the heck what do I have to lose? It has a good taste with lik...
— Michelle S.
I really like the Quest Nacho Cheese tortilla chips! They have the same flavor as Doritos, but they are not as heavy. They were also very filling...just the right amount of...
— Amy G.
My favorite G Butter flavor is Cinnamon Bun but I also like Cookie Dough. I have been eating them straight out of the jar. However, this morning I spread some Cinnamon Bun on ...
— Michelle S.
My shoulder feels 10x better in just 3 sessions of Deep Penetrating Light therapy. The pain in the joint has dissipated, and the muscle in my neck have loosened up al ot. The ...
— Erika S.
When I first tried the Brownie Batter, I microwaved it and loved the brownie that it made! Then the next day I spread a thin layer of Brownie Batter between tea biscuits and m...
— Roz G.
G Butter S'mores is my top favorite so far. My new go-to snack is to make a S'mores brownie and eat it using a few low fat graham crackers. Just like a s'more but healthier! ...
— Korie C.
I love the Chocolate Peanut Butter Bliss brownies. I eat one when I'm really craving a sweet treat. They are tasty and knowing that they are Sharon-approved makes me feel good...
— Shannon R.
After injuring my forearm a few months ago, I was in a lot of pain. Unfortunately, they said that it would take up to a year to heal because of the multiple muscles that a...
— Linda C.
The morning after my first DPL therapy session, I was able to walk down stairs, which I couldn't do the day before. After my second session, not only was I able to go bowling,...
— Tamara R.
I have been a fan of G Butter for a few months now. While I usually eat a small bowl of it after heating it up in the microwave, the satisfactory taste of eating the remains o...
— Ben G., star local high school athlete
I’ve eaten the Brownie Batter and Peanut Butter Cup G Butters straight out of the jar, and also microwaved into cookies. One word describes them – Delicious!...
— Gillian
Tonight I tried the Blueberry Muffin Quest bar after Metabolism Explosion Training class. It was really tasty. I ate half at room temperature and microwaved the other half for...
— Eileen H.
I really like the Cocoa Hazelnut! It has the consistency of brownie batter and tastes like it too. I use it like I would use peanut butter on a piece of toasted bread. It is a...
— Sharon V.
Omg! The Quest Peanut Butter Brownie Smash is delicious! Lots of peanut butter flavor and pieces of peanuts!! It's a thicker bar since it's a double decker! May be my new fave...
— Eileen
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