Sitting at a desk all day at work can make it difficult to burn calories, especially when you’re trying to lose weight. Even more concerning, a recent study from researchers at Columbia University’s Department of Medicine found that sitting all day can lead to increased risk of death -- whether you exercise or not. 

One way to make exercise a bit easier, heck, even enjoyable?  Music!  Studies show that listening to music while you exercise can boost endorphins, make the workout more enjoyable and help you perform better.  And the better the song, the more it’s likely to pump you up.

Football season is in full-swing, and you’re probably attending (or hosting) a party or two. It’s great to celebrate with friends, but parties can also mean lots of calorie-laden, unhealthy foods that can quickly turn into an expanding waistline.

Since when has “diet” become a four-letter word? Yes, it’s true that losing weight is about making small, lasting changes that last a lifetime. Making one little tweak at a time to your lifestyle is the best way to see consistent results.

“When I think of my life, every single moment and how much my life has changed, I think of Diet-to-Go. It really has changed my life,” Cathrine said. That kind of success is exactly why we asked Cathrine to share with us her best tips for maintaining weight loss.

New Year's resolutions. They're a thing. A thing a lot of us actually do (with the best of intentions in place). But this year, they don't have to be that thing that fails (studies show 80 percent of people give up by February). Seriously. This really can be the year you make a resolution -- and keep it.

There has long been a belief in the health community that high sodium intake can lead to spikes in blood pressure and damage to your heart. But is that really true?

The most critical component of weight loss is eating a clean, healthy diet that controls for calorie and portion control. If you’re leveraging one of Diet-to-Go’s healthy meal plans, you’re already on your way to losing weight and seeing results.* But fitness is a big part of it too. One great way to get active is by setting and focusing on a daily step goal.

The days are turning a bit cooler, and that might mean you want to move your exercise routines indoors. Some of us (especially those of us who prefer to be outdoors) might find it difficult to transition to stationary equipment. Luckily, there are ways to overcome that yuck-factor and find your inner motivation.

The air is getting a bit crisper and the days a bit shorter -- and that means fall is in full swing. Fall fruits and veggies are some of the best and healthiest around. There are many creative ways you can use them to make snacks that are sweet, savory, salty and everything in between. With that in mind, we rounded up 7 tasty fall treats you’ll want to make again and again.

Food is just food. But if you’re going to stick with a weight loss plan, it’s got to be healthy, sustainable and, most importantly, taste good. That’s what Cathie David believes, and why she found Diet-to-Go to be just the thing to fit into her busy lifestyle.

This month I had the opportunity to attend a fundraising event for Autism Speaks. Cocktail attire was required and I had nothing to wear. I asked a friend to come with me for support. I had the most amazing experience.

There are going to be those times when you feel down, when you feel like giving up, when life seems to be full of monotony. Those are the times that you might have to muster a bit of extra inner strength to keep going -- they’re also the times that make you a stronger person. And luckily, there are little steps you can take to make it a bit easier.

Anxiety. Stress. Busy schedules. Feeling like you never have time to breathe. Those are realities for way too many of us. Here’s the problem: The more stress we have, the more likely we are to gain weight and the more difficult it is to resist bad food. We rounded up 15 proven ways to immediately tame that anxious mind and take those stress levels down a notch.

One of my biggest joys of having lost over 100 pounds are the doors opened to me. I have wanted to paddle board and jet ski for years, but was afraid to inquire about weight restrictions. I can now say I have successfully done both!

I recently watched a documentary about weight loss and why it is so difficult to maintain. It was suggested that people fail with maintaining weight loss when it is not a sustainable life change. Personally, I have always had success losing weight using different diet systems or fads, but within a few months, my weight loss stopped, and I slowly begin gaining the weight lost.

One of the best ways to ensure your day gets off to a good start is by eating a healthy, wholesome breakfast. Luckily, Diet-to-Go’s 7-day or 5-day breakfast-lunch-dinner plans take the thinking out of it -- and it doesn’t hurt that the breakfasts taste amazing and offer lots of variety, too.

Back to a pound a week! My greatest learnings this month are the mental and physical challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and how small changes can make a difference.

You’ve heard it before and you’ll hear it again — the key to weight loss is about eating a healthy, balanced diet and exercising. But what you may not have heard before is that a long-term, impactful weight loss plan involves more than just that. And it’s got nothing to do with frequent gym visits and giving up sugar.