“Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in t “Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in the south. Love this humidity for us. 🔥🤪 Had to snap a pic before we left yesterday because I knew I would be a mess by the time we got there. What’s the weather like where you are?

I am deeply obsessed with this dress. The cutouts are flattering and not too much and it really highlights your curves. You can also wear a real bra or a nursing bra with it and in the summer that is just ideal.

I’m wearing a L and it is roomy but still flattering. This dress is also on major sale today for $21! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3IA9s

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #oldnavystyle #oldnavy #shopltk #ltkunder50 #spottedinoldnavy
There are some new faces around here so first of a There are some new faces around here so first of all, hello! Thank you so much for being here. 👋🏻 Please say “hello” in the comments and let me know your favorite beverage. You’ll learn quickly that I drink a LOT of Diet Coke. 🥤

I thought it might be a good idea to reintroduce myself. So here are a few quick facts about me!

1. I live just outside of Atlanta. I have bopped all over the Atlanta area and lived and worked on all sides of the city before happily settling down back in my hometown. I NEVER thought I would live in the same zip code where I grew up, but I love that this is where we have decided to put down roots and start our family.
2. Speaking of family, I met my husband, Stephen, in college. He was my blind date to a sorority party. (I’m a ZTA 🍓👑) We got married in October of 2016 and had our first baby (Benjamin) in March 2021! 
3. I also have two adorable pets, Molly and Mimosa. 🐶🐱 Mimosa was featured in the Atlanta Humane Society calendar last year as Miss May! ✨
4. I primarily share midsize style for the in-between bodies on my blog, Instagram and LTK app! I have been between sizes 8-16 over the past few years, so I know a few things about dressing a midsize body. I just released my midsize style guide yesterday, and you can instantly download it from my blog! (Helengbailey.com) 
5. As a former certified event planner, I love to share holiday and party planning inspo on my platforms. Halloween is my favorite though, and I have already started shooting Halloween content. 🕷 This year is going to be the biggest and best year yet! In addition to party planning ideas, Ben and I are sharing more mom and son costume ideas, and Ben in a costume is just my favorite! 😍

Thank you so, so much for being here! I work hard on this little side hustle and can’t keep it going without you. I’m so grateful for your engagement, clicks, likes and comments. Please do not ever hesitate to reach out! I LOVE to hear from you! Happy Friday! 💕
I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at @theblogsocieties conference! I love this dress and think it would be perfect for a baby shower, garden party and is even work appropriate! It’s very flattering and will definitely be pulled out of my closet again and again!

Speaking of flattering, I am releasing my midsize style guide tomorrow morning to my newsletter subscribers! If you are midsize, don’t miss the release. The guide is full of tips and tricks for dressing midsize bodies, plus it has lots of summer items from my favorite midsize brands.

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HsPQ

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #tbscon #theblogsocieties #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right n This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right now! It is so flattering and I just can’t get enough. It is 30% off today with code SUNNY! 

What piece in your closet do you wear over and over? 

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HEEG 

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #loveloft #loftimist #shopltk #ltksalealert
Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s not too far away and I get to visit often. I posted my Savannah Travel Guide on the blog today! ➡️ helengbailey.com.

My set is one of my new favorites! I love the color and the high-waisted fit. I’ve linked it in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me there for my daily ootds, outfit inspiration and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HByk

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
Made it to Savannah! ☀️ Obsessed with this s Made it to Savannah! ☀️ 

Obsessed with this set from @petalandpup that I wore to @theblogsocieties #tbscon welcome party last night! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3Hp33

I’m wearing a large and it runs true to size!

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner #shopltk
Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. S Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. Swipe through for our list of pool or beach day essentials with your baby! ☀️ 

And enjoy the second pic of my boy living his best life. He is such a water baby! 🤣🤣

All of our baby pool essentials are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GXvf

Do you love the pool or beach more during the summer? 🏖 

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #ltkfamily #ltkbaby #ltkkids
First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing this weekend?

Ben came home from school FULL of energy today so we decided this was a perfect afternoon for a first trip to the park! 🛝 He LOVED it! Here’s a big photo dump of my sweet boy. 

My overalls are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GJYV

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #shopltk #ltkunder50 #ltkfamily
Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀ Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀️

What are you doing for the long weekend? 💙

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger
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Finess · February 5, 2015

Integrating Technology Into Living a Healthy Lifestyle

Today, I’m discussing how I incorporate technology into my goals for weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I use technology every day to track, plan, and motivate myself to achieve my goals.

I’ve discussed several applications I use briefly in my “How to Drink More Water” and “DietBet” posts. However, today I’m going to discuss in a little more depth all the apps, products, and trackers I use on a daily basis.

Let’s do it!

First and foremost, I use my FitBit like it’s my life support.

I use my FitBit to track how active I am. My steps, my activity, my weight, my calories, my sleep quality, how much water I drink a day, etc. FitBits are great motivation. I have my step goal set to 10,000 steps, and those little flashing lights taunt me everyday until there are five full solid lights.

FitBits are actually fashionable and conventional as well. I have the wristband, but they have smaller trackers to wear inside your clothes as well. The bands come in a ton of colors and aren’t terribly expensive so you can always match your outfit.

BONUS: FitBit partnered with Tory Burch and came out with a Tory Burch FitBit Collection. I’m lusting so hard for the gold band, but they still have Tory Burch prices so I’ll just have to lust from afar.

Whatever my FitBit app can’t do, MyFitnessPal can! These apps are awesome to use together because you can link them. So if I enter my calories into MyFitnessPal it will appear in my FitBit app.

MyFitnessPal is great for controlling your caloric intake. I set my goal to stay below 1200 calories, but if it takes into consideration how many steps I take or any exercise I do from my FitBit app and adjusts accordingly. I log all of my meals into MyFitnessPal. This is where knowing how many calories are in what you eat comes into play. Last week, I started a series to help you with this. I have the next edition coming tomorrow so stay tuned!

DietBet is my biggest motivator! If money is up for grabs, my competitive side definitely rears it’s ugly head. I did a whole post about DietBet and how awesome it is a few weeks ago, so I won’t go into too much detail.

DietBet is an app (or you can use the website) where you can join games by paying a joining or buy in fee. Then you have four weeks to lose 4% of your body weight. Everyone who achieves 4% at the end of 4 weeks splits the pot. P.S. I already met my goal.

In addition to tracking everything I do, I also use technology to plan my workouts. I go to my local LA Fitness for workouts, and they have an app too! My favorite way to work out is group fitness classes, so I can pick my classes directly from the app, register, and add the class to my calendar.

Finally, I don’t use ClassPass yet but I am on the waiting list and patiently waiting on my invitation. ClassPass is a monthly membership that allows to visit boutique fitness studios and take their classes without a membership to each specific studio. You can take dance one night, yoga another, barre the next, and finish out the week with martial arts. All you have to do is sign up for the class on your ClassPass app. You can see why I’m dying for my invitation!

I recently learned about a company called Oscar that provides health insurance in New Jersey and New York and uses technology to help members manage their health. They provide their members with free Misfit bands to keep track of their activity goals. Oscar also has iPhone and Android apps that members can use to search for providers, refill prescriptions and even talk to healthcare professionals at any time. How cool?? If you live in the New York or New Jersey area and are interested in Oscar Health Insurance, check out the links below. 
Oscar for New York

Oscar for New Jersey

How do you use technology to achieve your weight loss and healthy lifestyle goals?

In: Finess · Tagged: drink, exercise, fitbit, fitness, Food, health, myfitnesspal, technology

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Comments

  1. Roni says

    February 6, 2015 at 4:18 am

    Hey I am a fellow fitbit user. I am OBSESSED. I was just going to break down and get the Tory necklace but then the new bands came out. Got the HR on order instead and I am doing the FitForFood thing now too. I track calories on MFP , too! I am so glad to find this blog! Do you accept awards from bloggers? I nominated you for the Liebster if you do: https://losingscrews.wordpress.com/2015/02/05/the-liebster/

  2. Brooke says

    February 7, 2015 at 12:40 am

    I don't use anything right now, but I've been seriously thinking about the FitBit. Love the Tory Burch collection!! My boyfriend is experimenting with a couple different apps right now and I feel like I'm missing out!

  3. Namaste: Hot Yoga for Newbies | Hel On Heels says

    February 7, 2015 at 3:38 am

    […] got my ClassPass that I mentioned yesterday, and I was so excited I had to sign up for a class tonight. There was a Red Hot Yoga […]

  4. Hel On Heels says

    February 7, 2015 at 3:45 am

    I don't even remember life before my FitBit! Thanks so much for the sweet comments and the award!

  5. Hel On Heels says

    February 7, 2015 at 3:47 am

    My FitBit has changed my whole life! I LOVE it. It's so easy to track everything, so I definitely recommend it. Let me know if he finds an app he loves!

  6. Kay R. says

    February 7, 2015 at 7:24 pm

    I want a fitbit but I have a polar watch. I can't decide if to give up mu polar or not!

  7. Alanna and Co says

    February 10, 2015 at 12:23 am

    Let's be friends on fitbit! My friend has the Tory Burch fitbit and it looks really nice from afar but it doesn't feel that nice when you put it on and for that price, that's definitely not happening in my book. I'll be here rocking my pink rubber fitbit happily.

  8. Hel On Heels says

    February 10, 2015 at 10:04 pm

    I don't know about the polar watch! I will have to Google! Let me know what you decide??

  9. Hel On Heels says

    February 10, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    Good to know! That cuts down my lust level a little bit!

  10. Nutrition Tracker says

    June 22, 2015 at 11:22 am

    The effects of poor nutrition and how good nutrition leads to a healthy lifestyle.

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“Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in t “Hot girl summer” has a whole new meaning in the south. Love this humidity for us. 🔥🤪 Had to snap a pic before we left yesterday because I knew I would be a mess by the time we got there. What’s the weather like where you are?

I am deeply obsessed with this dress. The cutouts are flattering and not too much and it really highlights your curves. You can also wear a real bra or a nursing bra with it and in the summer that is just ideal.

I’m wearing a L and it is roomy but still flattering. This dress is also on major sale today for $21! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3IA9s

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #oldnavystyle #oldnavy #shopltk #ltkunder50 #spottedinoldnavy
There are some new faces around here so first of a There are some new faces around here so first of all, hello! Thank you so much for being here. 👋🏻 Please say “hello” in the comments and let me know your favorite beverage. You’ll learn quickly that I drink a LOT of Diet Coke. 🥤

I thought it might be a good idea to reintroduce myself. So here are a few quick facts about me!

1. I live just outside of Atlanta. I have bopped all over the Atlanta area and lived and worked on all sides of the city before happily settling down back in my hometown. I NEVER thought I would live in the same zip code where I grew up, but I love that this is where we have decided to put down roots and start our family.
2. Speaking of family, I met my husband, Stephen, in college. He was my blind date to a sorority party. (I’m a ZTA 🍓👑) We got married in October of 2016 and had our first baby (Benjamin) in March 2021! 
3. I also have two adorable pets, Molly and Mimosa. 🐶🐱 Mimosa was featured in the Atlanta Humane Society calendar last year as Miss May! ✨
4. I primarily share midsize style for the in-between bodies on my blog, Instagram and LTK app! I have been between sizes 8-16 over the past few years, so I know a few things about dressing a midsize body. I just released my midsize style guide yesterday, and you can instantly download it from my blog! (Helengbailey.com) 
5. As a former certified event planner, I love to share holiday and party planning inspo on my platforms. Halloween is my favorite though, and I have already started shooting Halloween content. 🕷 This year is going to be the biggest and best year yet! In addition to party planning ideas, Ben and I are sharing more mom and son costume ideas, and Ben in a costume is just my favorite! 😍

Thank you so, so much for being here! I work hard on this little side hustle and can’t keep it going without you. I’m so grateful for your engagement, clicks, likes and comments. Please do not ever hesitate to reach out! I LOVE to hear from you! Happy Friday! 💕
I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at I wore this dress in Savannah for workshop day at @theblogsocieties conference! I love this dress and think it would be perfect for a baby shower, garden party and is even work appropriate! It’s very flattering and will definitely be pulled out of my closet again and again!

Speaking of flattering, I am releasing my midsize style guide tomorrow morning to my newsletter subscribers! If you are midsize, don’t miss the release. The guide is full of tips and tricks for dressing midsize bodies, plus it has lots of summer items from my favorite midsize brands.

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HsPQ

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #tbscon #theblogsocieties #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right n This dress is such a staple in my wardrobe right now! It is so flattering and I just can’t get enough. It is 30% off today with code SUNNY! 

What piece in your closet do you wear over and over? 

I am wearing a large in this dress and it runs a little big, if in between sizes, size down! Linked here in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me (helengbailey) to shop my Instagram, daily outfits and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HEEG 

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #loveloft #loftimist #shopltk #ltksalealert
Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s Savannah is such a dream! I’m lucky that it’s not too far away and I get to visit often. I posted my Savannah Travel Guide on the blog today! ➡️ helengbailey.com.

My set is one of my new favorites! I love the color and the high-waisted fit. I’ve linked it in the @shop.ltk app! Follow me there for my daily ootds, outfit inspiration and favorite products! https://liketk.it/3HByk

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner
Made it to Savannah! ☀️ Obsessed with this s Made it to Savannah! ☀️ 

Obsessed with this set from @petalandpup that I wore to @theblogsocieties #tbscon welcome party last night! Linking it in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3Hp33

I’m wearing a large and it runs true to size!

#midsizestyle #midsizestyleblogger  #midsizestyleinspo #styleblogging #styleblogs #styleblogg #fashionblogger #fashionblogg #fashionblogging #fashionblogpost #fashionblogs #fashionblogers #blogstyle #petalandpup #petalandpuppartner #shopltk
Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. S Loving every second of summer with my sweet boy. Swipe through for our list of pool or beach day essentials with your baby! ☀️ 

And enjoy the second pic of my boy living his best life. He is such a water baby! 🤣🤣

All of our baby pool essentials are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GXvf

Do you love the pool or beach more during the summer? 🏖 

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #ltkfamily #ltkbaby #ltkkids
First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing First Friday of summer! ☀️ What are you doing this weekend?

Ben came home from school FULL of energy today so we decided this was a perfect afternoon for a first trip to the park! 🛝 He LOVED it! Here’s a big photo dump of my sweet boy. 

My overalls are linked in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/3GJYV

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger #shopltk #ltkunder50 #ltkfamily
Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀ Poolside cuddles with my favorite little dude! ☀️

What are you doing for the long weekend? 💙

#dailymotherhood #realmotherhood #socialmediamom #lifestyleblogging #atlantablogger #lifestyleinfluencer #mombloggers #familyblog #familyblogger #bloggervibes #bloggerlove #mombloggersofinstagram #atlblogger #atlantablog #georgiablogger
Took this pic before my hair doubled in size and I Took this pic before my hair doubled in size and I rapped to Vanilla Ice. 🧊 

Had the best week in Tulum celebrating our friends! 🌴 And now I’m so happy to be reunited with our snuggly boy.

Dress linked in the @shop.ltk app! Direct link ➡️ https://liketk.it/3FnrN

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