Today, there is plenty of research that shows self-compassion is linked to improved health, wellness, weight loss, and weight management. But before we dive into the details pertaining to self-compassion and weight management, it’s important we define self-compassion. Self-compassion can be broken down into three main definitions. The first and most obvious definition is self-kindness: being kind, caring, and loving to oneself. The second is common humanity: recognizing that setbacks, personal feelings, and mistakes are all part of being human. The third, and arguably most difficult to master ..read more

If you’ve been struggling to lose weight on your own and feel like you need the help of a weight loss coach, you’re not alone. Millions of people have found success with the help of a professional coach who understands their individual needs and can tailor a program specifically for them. Let’s explore how to find the right weight loss coach. The Benefits of Working With a Weight Loss Coach Working with a weight loss coach can provide many benefits that you may not be able to achieve on your own. For example, having an experienced professional by your side can give you the motivation, accounta ..read more

Our Beginnings in Burnaby – Weight Loss Clinic Opens In 2011 we opened a little weight loss clinic at the local family chiropractic clinic on Hastings St in Burnaby, BC. We were open 2 hours a week on Tuesdays evenings. Louise Francis was our first client who started March 11 2011. She had seen Zan’s amazing results and knew Zan had struggled a long time to lose weight. She was inspired to try the same program. Look at her smile! Louise totally transformed her body in so many ways. Her doctor was extremely happy too!  Within a few months we were seeing over 20 clients per week and 3 mont ..read more

by Zan Romeder – weight loss coach since 2011 and owner of Vital Body Weight loss is awesome. But what is truly awesome is knowing what to eat, enjoying what you eat and maintaining your weight. Now that is the miracle. When I started with Ideal Protein back in 2010 I was praying for a healthy weight loss solution. I did not realize that the real deal was going to be learning how to maintain. I admit it took me a long time to truly commit to learning how to maintain. I would eat healthy, avoid certain foods but inevitably eating “healthy” was too high carb for my body and the pounds would cree ..read more

Somewhere along the way you fell victim to a “trigger.” You stepped onto your bathroom scale and did a double-take when you saw the numbers had moved up. After all, you thought you were doing everything right! You made changes in your lifestyle, right-sized your eating, started exercising regularly, and even asked for help from your support system when you needed it. Yet, you gained weight, and you have no idea why. Here’s one possibility: Somewhere along the way you fell victim to a “trigger.” At Vital Body, we understand that triggers can derail progress toward your weight loss and healthy e ..read more

Everything in life is a choice, including weight loss. Change has the potential of bringing an unlimited number of positive effects to your life, if you’re ready for it. Although it isn’t easy, each of us has the power to reset our routines, making the “time” to be healthy.  If you’re tired of feeling stressed, overweight, unhealthy, and fed up with feeling as if you’re not in full control of your own life, then it’s time to shake things up. Implementing positive, long-term change in your life starts with addressing your daily routine. Our weight loss coaches have put together some tips t ..read more

We, the weight loss coaches at Vital Body, love Mark Sisson and his approach, guidance, and passion. Below are learnings we have taken from Mark’s article Want to Accelerate Your Results? Set Up Your Environment for Success,” and believe this is a must-read for anyone on their weight loss journey. Take time to action what is suggested, you may have heard it before but how it’s all put together here in this article is simple and solid. Many of these topics we explore in phase 3 of the Ideal Protein Protocol – the one-year program after you reach your goal weight included in your program when y ..read more

Did you know how you set up your kitchen can help you lose weight? With how much more time we have all been spending at home these days, your kitchen plays a big role in your eating habits. For example, when you’re tired and hungry, so often “what you see is what you eat”. What do you see when you open your refrigerator or pantry? Plenty of healthful options —or a big bag of potato chips or other empty-calorie snack staring you in the face? Whether you have recently started on your weight loss journey, are dabbling with the idea, or simply want to eat more nutritiously, here are a few tips on ..read more

If you have been doing your research online about healthy weight loss you likely have come across the term Branched-Chain Amino Acids or BCAAs. If not, no worries, the Ideal Protein Team has broken down the benefits of Branched-Chain Amino Acids and the positive role they play in weight loss. In addition to supporting muscle growth and repair, BCAAs have been shown to support metabolic health and appetite regulation, which are both critical to weight loss success. 5 BENEFITS OF BRANCHED-CHAIN AMINO ACIDS   There are 20 different amino acids that make up the thousands of different proteins ..read more

At Vital Body, our Ideal Protein Certified Weight Loss Coaches truly care about our clients health and wellness. The learnings our coaches share go beyond the phases of the protocol. For example, in this blog post we want to discuss the importance and influence of self-care to weight loss.   Your mindset, including how you think about your personal journey and yourself, is the foundation for developing healthy behaviors that become healthy habits in the long term. With that said, if your mindset is clouded by negative thoughts and ideas about yourself, shedding pounds will prove part ..read more