Lose Weight Marlena’s Way :)
My usual breakfast:
- 2 pieces of rice toast with a smidge of butter, banana, a few almonds
or…. - Oatmeal with added ground flax seed for omega 3 and protein, small orange
- *A lowfat omelet or cooked eggs of any sort would be best as you need that protein, but eggs gross me out…
My usual lunch:
- Wendy’s grilled chicken sandwich with no dressing (is really yummy!), grape tomatoes, string cheese
or…. - Salad with chunks of rotisserie chicken on top and little bit of ranch dressing, apple
or….. - Asian chicken salad made with cabbage and carrots, mixed nuts, sugar free jello cup
My usual dinner:
- Baked or grilled chicken, roasted red potatoes, grilled zucchini
or…. - Broiled tilapia, seasoned brown rice, corn on the cob
or…. - Italian bean soup (like Olive Garden’s but without the pasta noodles in it), Caesar salad
3 Snack Meal Ideas:
- String cheese
- Grape tomatoes
- Mixed nuts
- Snap Peas
- Broccoli with little ranch dressing
- Any fruit
- Protein Bar (make sure there’s not much sugar though)
*Since I’m crazy busy (like many of you too!), I found that eating the same thing for breakfast and lunch each day for a couple weeks was easier for me to stick to as I didn’t have to think of what I was going to eat.
*Also, I make it a routine every day to hit the gym the same time so it becomes a habit- just like part of the normal work day. There’s no questioning for me as I know it’s just part of my day…
Hope that helps some of you! We can lose weight together, k? 
LOTS of love, Marlena
Thanks so much for sharing! You look great.
Thank you very much Marlena!!! I´m from Spain. I see all your videos from one year ago. You´re wonderful, beautiful and a very generous women. Excuse me for my english, I must study more!
you LOOK great you are very pretty!! and i do admire you!!
Hey! Iam so glad for You. And this way is the only way not to gain weight back. And its a good and healthy life. Keep up! You look great!!!!! WOW Big hello from Zagreb, Croatia
After being a loyal follower of yours for a long time now, I always thought you were gorgeous. ( inside and out ) and now I am just amazed at your transformation. Thank you for the inspiration. I have all kinds of health problems because of my weight ( sleep apnea borderline diabetic ) not to mention hypothyroidism. 3 weeks ago I fell and shattered my ankle. Thank you so much for sharing. I have friends now bringing me dinner as I can not cook so I am going to take your advice, be patient and take one step at a time.
Thank you so much Marlena
i have thyroid problems too and i lost the weight with armour
After being a loyal follower of yours for a long time now, I always thought you were gorgeous. ( inside and out ) and now I am just amazed at your transformation. Thank you for the inspiration. I have all kinds of health problems because of my weight ( sleep apnea borderline diabetic ) not to mention hypothyroidism. 3 weeks ago I fell and shattered my ankle. Thank you so much for sharing. I have friends now bringing me dinner as I can not cook so I am going to take your advice, be patient and take one step at a time.
Thank you so much Marlena . this gives me new hope
good job…u look beautiful!
Marlena, am very proud of u. Its hard to lose weight n easy to gain it. I currently a fan of ur website through my mobile phone. Am also trying to loose weight. I weighted 135 lbs a year ago n now I weight 190 lbs. I also have a baby of 7 months. !m trying to get myself together after all motherhood, I have lost my lust of looking like Divas. Please give me a tip of how to get motivated again. U look great.:) P.S. love ur videos.;)
i think your motivater should be your baby. you want to be healthy for your child. and like she said it’s one step at a time. once you have mastered that then go to the next. take pictures of yourself and compare. it seems like marlena did that. you could take walks with your baby whenever you can. stuff like that.
good ideas! For me, my main motivation was seeing pictures of me at IMATS last year- that was a HUGE eye opener for me! Plus the divorce and other big events kind of kicked my butt in gear
Mary im on the same boat as you I have a 10 month old baby and Marlena has open my eyes on not making the right choice to loose all this wiehg all i want to loose is 10lb it might seem not much but it is to me lol
I agree that your child should be your motivation. My daughter is now 4 years old and all I want to do is be able to keep up with her. She motivates me every day. Just think about being able to run around and play with your child
hi, well im doing it for my health ,,i have 4yr old twin who id like to learn to eat more healthy foods and id gonna have the sc i had as a teen,,,,and make it a life changing exp.
U look perfect!!!
Tell me please, how much time it took for u to come from the 1st foto look to the 2nd?
im pretty sure she said 10 months!
Hey Marlena! You look fantastic
A while back I made some lifestyle changes as well, not really to lose weight but like you just to be healthy. If you haven’t heard of him please go check him out his website is DrHyman.com and a few of his books are really great for GFCF (gluten free casein free) recipes. He focuses on eating as much as you want, but of the low glycemic index whole unprocessed foods.
Also some recipes I wanted to share with you:
I love ice cream and gave up dairy for a bit as part of the detox and this really got me through:
Banana Ice Cream (perfect ice cream consistency with bananas as the sole ingredient!)
http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/stay-cool/how-to-make-creamy-ice-cream-with-just-one-ingredient-093414
When I get the urge to eat potato chips or just a salty crunchy snack I made:
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Roasted-Chickpeas/Detail.aspx
really high in protein and completely healthy and satisfying
I hope any of this is helpful to you. You look amazing and its really inspiring to see your transformation lately. Keep the great tutorials coming too!
Love
Amanda
Hi! i just wanted to share an awesome recipe with you. no white flour, no refined sugars, tastes amazing! also, if you want to make your own almond butter just roast unsalted almonds in the oven at 350 for 8-10 min. then blend in food processor for 10-12 min! So delicious. Anyway, you should definitely try this recipe!!
ALMOND BUTTER PUMPKIN BROWNIES
Ingredients:
1 cup almond butter
¾ cup mashed pumpkin or other squash, canned or steamed
1 egg
1/4-1/3 cup honey (I put a little less)
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 cup walnut pieces (optional)
1/4 tsp. pumpkin spice mix (optional)
Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Mix well. Pour into a greased 8 x 8 in pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Hi, your recipe sounds great. I was wondering if a substitute sugar free Honey could be used?
That is such a fantastic recipe, any others? Where would i find recipes that are similar?
oooooh *drool* I love pumpkin recipes!Thank you for sharing this!
I always grow pumpkins in my organic garden, jar the puree and make “healthier” comfort foods with it over the winter.
I realize I have more time than most to focus on this kind of thing but there are a lot of healthy eating websites (google is your friend) out there with quick or “no cook” recipes. When you put thought into making healthy meals you start to appreciate food more. I cook really “clean” for elderly and young ones in my family. It took some adjusting for everyone especially with brown rice (total rejection) but we compromised on greens and fish. You have to pick and choose your battles when it comes to eating healthy so you don’t punish anyone haha and yes EXERCISE! OH and read labels! My 5 year old son recognizes the food pyramid and healthy heart icons on boxes and things (he can’t read) or he asks questions like why is this good for me? I’ll shut up now…
jhay – Thanks for posting the recipe. Perfect substitue for that Easter candy comin’ up!
Ooh- that sounds yummo! I LOVE anything made of pumpkin!
Printing that recipe out now 
You look amazing:D Congrats on all your hard work!!
Quick question, how tall are you and how many dress sizes did you lose as well? I need an idea of a weight loss goal.
I am also trying to lose weight because I bought my wedding dress cash and they gave me the wrong size. I got it extremely cheap, so I can’t complain, lol.
Anywho, I’m 5’8″, a size 18 dress and I got a 14 wedding dress to squeeze into by December 18th, so I guess I have enough time.
I am 5’5 and went down 5 dress sizes
You have plenty of time- I would start now so you can take your time losing the weight and feel so pressured by it 
With 1-2 pounds a week, you can lose at least 35 pounds by December 
You are truly an inspiration. What you have accomplished and the fact that you are continuing to pursue this healthy lifestyle inspires me and I am honored by the fact that you have shared this with us. I know how it feels to make that change in your life and feeling healthy is a feeling like no other. After years of struggling with my weight, I hit my ultimate low a few months ago and it was very upsetting to me. It’s hard to figure out where to begin and how to get into the rhythm of a new life style but you have made me believe that its possible. I thank youu from the bottom of my heart <3 I am very proud of you for what you've accomplished. Your beautifull!
You can do it! The hardest part is the patience as I want to drop the weight like yesterday
But with one step at a time and some consistency, it comes off a bit easier 
Wow, Marlena! You look amazing! Good for you! What an inspiration!
it’s like looking at a new woman!!! you look so much younger!!!! you look the best you have ever looked…keep it up!!!!
Really motivating, because actual for me. I agree that the key would be avoiding thinking about eating and avoiding the “empty” time, when the thoughts about meals come. Thank you for courage and helpfulness to share the experience. As for me, I start the changes of life (eating
) style right now.
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I had not commented your make up vidios till now, so I want you to know that I really like your way of playing with colours and making the make up a great fun. Since I did not find your vidios (which now I am waiting for each time) I did not know what to do with the pallets with more then 2 colours. (I know, but I am just common user – or I was?
Thank you for each sharing!
Wishing all the best!
We all start somewhere, so I’m glad you’re having fun with makeup! That’s my main reason for wearing it- I just have fun with all the colors hehe
Look at you! Congratulations on all you have accomplished so far. You’re looking really good.
hi
ur looking very very beautiful
i really like ur style
thanks
take care
Oh WOW! I am so impressed with your results. I’ve never needed to loose any weight (never had more than 100 lbs) but I need to exercise more and eat less sugar.
good stuff marlena! im trying to get my weight loss going too. this vid was pretty helpful and inspiring.
quick question: doesnt the wendys chicken sandwich contain refined carbs? (the bun)
p.s. i just noticed the before and afters: you look great!
Yep- it does contain carbs
Not too much, especially for the amount of protein. In the early stages of my plan, I didn’t eat the sandwich but got the salads instead. I’ve loosened some with my carbs and will eat whole wheat buns occasionally- in the beginning I couldn’t as I was on a VERY restrictive diet to try to get rid of the candida yeast overgrowth I had 
Can you post your diet for the candida yeast overgrowth? We all probably have that considering fast food and unhealthy eatin ghabits and I’d like to know what you did to flush that out. Thanks!
hi MARLENA
I have a request can u do a video on makeup removal
in u can teach proper way to remove makeup
thanks waiting for ur answer
take care
I was actually planning on doing that somewhat soon
Excellent, especially focus on removing eyeline! (thats the thing I have the most trouble with)
Hi Marlena!
] I don’t rellay know how to express it. All I can say is: Thank you for all the good work you’re doing!
I am a pretty new follower of your youtube channel and have been enjoying all of your videos – thanks so much for all the great advise and ispiration when it comes to makeup.
Also, I have to say that I really enjoy your personality…I wish I could find the right words, but since english is not my native language (I’m Austrian – yes, just like Arnie
This video about weight loss was very interesting and I think your basic tips are very good advice for everyone to follow…especially drinking a lot of water is always a good idea. And a big kudos for your progress this far – the before and after picture is just stunning…you’re looking fab, girl! *two thumbs up*
You look gorgeous and this video is great because you look so much more natural and relaxed and smiley than you do in your makeup tutorials (although you look great in them as well) I’m 13 and I weigh about 58 kilos (around 135 pounds I think) so I’m going to use these tips to help shed just that little bit of excess weight and to keep it off once and for all!
It’s possible that you need to lose weight at age 13, although many young girls feel they’re fatter than they actually are, and you might be one of those. Anyhow, because you’re still young, still growing up, please please at least see a doctor before dieting! You can do serious damage to yourself if you don’t get all the required nutrients, minerals and vitamins in your teens.
I can’t wait to get down to 135!
That’s amazing that you’re aiming to be healthy- it’s never too early to eat healthy 
Well I’m not just aiming to lose weight but I’m pretty unhealthy so I;m trying to be healthier, its great to see what your meals are and everything. Also a tip to anyone who is aiming to lose weight or whatever, if you accidentally splurge, or have something unhealthy, DXO NOT FEEL GUILTY! Just move on, if you feel guilty you are more likely to just give up and pig out completely. <3
Hi Marlena!
Wow…you look so great! Congratulations! I know … it is very hard and you have to work themselves up to you. I have been using the book by David Kirsch declined in 7 weeks 16 pounds. Hard training but it worked. But you must not fall into old habits!
Good luck continues! Claudia
You look great! Keep it up and good luck!
Marlena you look beautiful! ( you were before too ) thanks so much for sharing! And i agree, it’s much easier to stick to something if its the same thing!
You look amazing! What an inspiration! Thank you so much for sharing!
wow what a transformation, its great that you have posted before and after pictures such an inspiration to others! I also think its great that you are emphasising the health benefits of losing weight so many people mistake it as a vanity issue. Good luck reaching your goal
Marlena,
Just wanted to say you are a true inspiration to all of us! I first found your website 2 days ago and cannot stop coming to look everyday. Today i came on and you have posted this great thing. I am going to go try it and hopefully it’ll work for me too.
I have also just started my MAC collection and i have stollen 3 of your looks that i’m gonna stick to for now and they are absolutely amazing.
Thank you so very very much for all your help you are a wonderful woman!
xoxoxo
Great job, love! Such an inspiration
Wow Amazing that you lost so much weight! Great!! I think your a great inspiration for other woman out there! You look beautifull!
I do exercise 3 to 5 times a week and I’m trying to eat healthier. But I don’t need to loose weight.
Thanks for your food tips and everything!
OMG!!! you look great. I always wanted to see your full body! You are an inspiration! keep it up girl!!! Now all you need to do is, tell us your age lol.
I’m 18
hahahah! I wish… 
My grandmother, in her eighties, will always answer “I’m not 21″. Lol
You look Amazing, i recently lost 15 and that took a lot of patience and consistency so I can imagine how hard you worked. I was drinking the crystal light in the beginning but then i tried the special K protien or fiber packets in my water. The pink lemonade is delicious and they really kept me full. I would drink one between lunch and dinner which was the hardest time for me. Thanks for sharing here are some of my other life savers u could try.
Hummus – u can dip any veggie, baby carrots, brocclie etc. in it (lots of protein)
Almond butter – i dip baby carrots or apple slices in it.
Brown rice chips
Veggie chips – just gotta pay attention to the portions on the chips
Grapes grapes grapes lol saved me because they’re so sweet, perfect snack
Sweet potatos- i just bake them like regular potatos, u can sprinkle cinnamon on them and put a butter substitute on them- i usually only eat a half of one though because they are pretty big. I also slice them up brush a little olive oil on them and bake them in the oven like french fries.
Ooh- good food ideas! I didn’t think to try the sweet potatoes! Would be a good dessert with the cinnamon on them- ooh… need to get some tomorrow
you look great!! congrats!!!!
Wow! You look fabulous!!! Great Job. Are you on a yeast free diet? My mom lost a ton of weight on the yeast free diet but being Cajun, it is hard to cook for my entire family. They complain the food is bland. You mentioned you are Italian, so how did you cope with the the limited food choice?
Yes, I’m on the yeast free diet- or at least was for 4 months due to candida overgrowth. It was really hard in the beginning as I ate pasta all the time, but I found out really quickly that that’s how I put on weight- so whenever I cut back on the carbs, I naturally lose much easier than trying to cut back on say fat or calories…
I deal with the Italian foods by using rice noodles instead of wheat and by eating things like Chicken Parmesian
Marlena—If you don’t mind me asking, how did you know you had yeast overgrowth? I have done a ton of reading on this subject (drs seem to think this is untrue). Is there a specific test done by drs?
I have alot of crazy symptoms and undiagnosed pain/nerve conditions and was wondering if it could be related. Pasta and bread are my food staple. hehe
I have always been a healthy weight until I had to go on a series of Prednisone (steroids) 9 yrs ago. I, nor my body has been the same since.
I have to lose about 50 lbs to get back to my old self but I think I’d die if I had to cut out yeast from my diet. Its like a drug. dangit! But, then again, if I have to keep living feeling the way I do…it is so horrible.
Marlena, you look FABULOUS! You are such an inspiration and the most talented artist I’ve seen! I wish I knew you in real life, you are so awesome! Keep up the great tutorials!
Hi Marlena,
You look fabulous! Just have a quick questions how did you keep yourself motivated? I have tried to exercise 3-5 days a week for like 2-3 months and didn’t see any results (i did change eating habits as well)I got depressed and stop going. How can you stay on track and not feel like nothing works?
By the way I love website, have learned alot!!!
Thanks!
I know how that feeling goes- I’ve been there! I guess my motivation was looking at old pictures of myself
It may be good to meet with a trainer or nutrionist to see if what you’re eating may not be specifically good for you… Like for me, I can eat things with a little fat in them and not gain, but as soon as I eat carbs or sugar, the pounds fly back on. Took me a long time to figure that out
Make sure you are eating enough calories. Sounds crazy I know… but if you dont eat enough food during the day then your body will panic and store the fat. Google a calories per day calculator. Find out how much you should consume and stay around that number. NEVER go under 1200 calories a day. I hope this helps
That’s amazing. So happy for you =D
You look great!!
You look AMAZING! you are very pretty! I love your face =)
You look fantastic Marlena! This is great motivation. Starting now I’m going to take onboard your tips! Do you allow yourself ‘cheat’ days or indulgences? You look beautiful, congrats!!
Yes, I do indulge sometimes
I just don’t indulge all in one day as I tend to just pig out that day 
So, if I’m bad for lunch, I’ll eat just a salad for dinner, or if I plan on eating dessert after dinner, I’ll eat something light for lunch or I’ll put in a little extra time at the gym the next day.
Wow! You look great! Congrats!!
I eat a huge salad everyday with lots of cut veggies, 1/2 an Avacado and 1/2 a can of salmon.
(I refridgerate the rest for the next day) I drizzle with a little lime juice and olive oil. And I sprinkle with some sunflower seeds.
I am honestly not getting sick of it and look forward to it!
I think it’s the yummy avacado that keeps me coming back.
Me too! I LOVE avocados! That’s what saved my eating habits too- I make a killer Mexican salad with lettuce, tomatoes, kidney beans, green onions, bell pepper, and avocado- mix just a little bit of mexi ranch dressing with some water or vinegar to thin it down. Yummo!!
You look truly great!!!!! The before and after pictures truly show this. Sometimes it’s not just about numbers on the scale but how good your clothes fit you. You look like a completely new woman. Don’t loose too much weight thought as nice curves are good for any woman.I like you with longer hair too, it suits your face quite well.
thanks for the video, your snack ideas r so great i am totally going to snack on those. question about the mexican salad do you cook the kidney beans?
Hi Marlena,
you really inspire me! You’re so sweet and your messages are really motivating! I truly wish you all the happiness in the world! you deserve it! you look fabulous, chica! I need to lose weight and i’m going to try this way. you’re absolutely right about making exercise a normal part of your daily routine….
Thanks so much for sharing with us!!!
<3
Oh do you drink coffee? do you think this helps or does not help in weightloss? I’m a coffee drinker and it’s so hard to let that go!
I do drink coffee now- I didn’t in the beginning as I was stricter with what I was eating, but I’ll have no more than 1 cup a day. I don’t see why it’d be bad to have it as long as there’s no sugar?
wow. thats all i can say! you look absolutely amazing!!! thanks so much for showing those pictures. im sure it wasnt easy, but you look soo good!!!
Hi Marlena you look great, would you mind telling us what kind of exercise routine you’ve found to be successful, I have a hard time figuring out where to start how often how long those sort of things. ThanX
I guess it depends on what you enjoy- I love tennis, so I try to get out and play that. But I also love dance classes, so I try to do aerobic classes as they’re fun and a good cardio workout. Since my gym closed that had those classes, I do 30 minutes on the treadmill and 15 on the bike or eliptical machine- I read a fun magazine and hide the numbers on the treadmill so the time goes by faster
First off, no matter what your weight, Your Beautiful!!! But Congratulations on the weight loss. People like you help people like me to reach their goals. I have been battling my weight for 2 years (since I got prego) and it has been hard. I tried alot of diets with only minimul results. This February I decided just to go old fashion eating healthy and exercise like you. It has been almost 2 months and I have lost 30 pounds. I am doing almost exactly what you are doing and exercising 5 days a week. It has been hard but really rewarding. I watch your videos all the time and never thought you were heavy. You are very talented and awesome! Thank you so much for posting this video, you really did show me that a person can be beautiful no matter what their size. You have brought me alot of confidence as well. And alot of compliments, I always use your make-up ideas,and people are always asking how I did it. And I always tell them to go to your website. So thank you for everything! Plus I would have never thought of snacking on cherry tomatoes…yumm…I am going to get some today. Thank you again Marlena!
. I am weird, I know.
p.s. I am not like “that” but if we lived closer I would totally ask you to hang out cause you seem really cool.
THANK YOU, Tess
That’s very sweet- thank you! And congratulations on the 30 pounds- wow!
congrats on the 30 lb weight loss!!! that’s amazing!!!! was it super hard? what kind of foods did you eat and what kind of workouts?
Congratulations!!! You look great!
MISTRESS MARLENA … CRACKING YOUR WHIP OF US YOUR DEVOTED MUGGIES TO MAKE US WATCH WORSHIP AND OBEY ………………. AND WE SURE DO
My darlings .. you can get designer clothes/jewellery but thier one thing thats designer and thats YOU! and yes i applaud you in your weight loss and wish you every sucess and best wishes …. the most important thing is its what the person is in thierselves and someone who can love and be loved someone who loves you for what you are as a person who sees the inner beauty/strength and love of you.
speaking as a man .. you could be with the most geogeous supermodel and she could treat you like dirt! its the love that two people share for each other within thats worth it wait in gold.
Marlena you are looking fab babes and i can say nothing but all the very best with your weight loss and im sure its making you feel better and healthier to a deegree that just makes you wake up inside.
you look top banana beautiful with a gorgeous smile and you bring a evening warmth to your tutorials so keep on your dieting babes if its working and enjoy the new Marlena as you look in the mirrow and smile ………………………..
P.s just dont get too hungry and eat the little hamster/gerbal behind you
GOODESS MARLENA
KNEELING before your DEVINE PRESENCE
Your photos look amazing. Congratulations on how far you have come. You are a beautiful person no matter what the size. You are a wonderful YouTube teacher and have a smile that will light up a room
I hope you do more of these videos as encouragement for others.
Wow, Marlena, just wow. Just from watching you on youtube for a long time now I would have never guessed you struggled with your weight. I mean, your viewers only see you from the neck up! lol You are such a beautiful person, and its awesome to see that you are reaching your goals. That before an after picture just blew me away, and you can definetly tell that it’s made a difference for you weight wise and presence wise. Keep it up, girl! You inspire me to push for things that I may slack on.
<3
ok…. I’m just gunna go ahead and say, you’re friggin’ awesome, lady! I found your website on a random hair curling tutorial. And in a cosmetology sense, I fell in love! Hahaha. I’m glad you’re making (real!) progress and I hope you continue with this great energy and momentum. You’re definitely a great inspiration. I was sipping on my water and (this is such a funny coincidence) snacking on cherry tomatoes while watching your video! Haha. Classic. Keep it up.
looking good girly! I’m trying to lose too…it is HARD!
I’m absouletly shocked on the before and after picture. I’m overweight myself, and I always tend to find excuses on not to lose the weight. But after seeing this, and seeing that it’s not as hard as it seems. You have given me the motivation that I truly need to want and desire to lose this weight that’s been dragging me down. I applaud your efforts and letting us see your progress. Thanks, Marlena for the great things you do on Youtube, not only did you make me want to look pretty (makeup wise) but now weight wise!!!
May I ask what your dress size was prior to loosing weight?
plz & thnx
Well, dress size I believe was a 22, but I’m bigger on bottom than top, so my pant size was 24. I’m now down to a 16 pant, and 12-14 top (yay for losing the boobs and keeping the butt and thighs-haha!)
I am absolutely so excited to see your before and afters….you are beautiful regardless of size, yet you have given me a reason to loose that weight, since i have been taking your advice on different eye looks and practicing i have seen such a difference in my appearance and it has boosted my confidence level! i am so excited about all of your looks to try!!! my husband gets a kick out of seeing them on me! lol he likes the sexy, sultry one the best of course!!!!!! thanks so much for sharing with me and others your story you are a godsend in my life right now Marlena!
Thanks and Best Wishes, Sharla
That is SO good to hear!!
Thanks for sharing. You look AWESOME! So motivating, keep up that great work, we are here to support you!
Hey Marlena! I’ve done the exact same thing as you and Ive lost 50 pounds! You have been my inspiration! So much so that I have just printed off your before and after shots and I am going to keep them on my fridge. Thankyou for everything!
Marlena, you look absolutely amazing! I have been doing Weight Watchers for about 6 weeks now, and have been quite successful. I still have a ways to go, but it so motivating so see others progress in their weight loss journey, and I am so proud of you. Keep up the great work girl!!
Marlena! Wow, great for you girl! I love that we get to watch you shrink
Marlena, you looked beautiful before but look even more amazing now! Congratulations and thank you for sharing. You are such an inspiration!
WOWWWWWWWWWWW. I NEVER comment on anything, but your before and after pictures are just something else. You look FABULOUS!!!! Keep going, you look great girl!!!!
Thank you for being an inspiration to us all just by making smart meal choices and hard honest work at the gym! Keep up the great work!
I appreciate all your videos because they have helped me very much in improving my make up application skills. However, this really hit home because I am also trying to loose weight. Thank you for incorporating all these aspects of beauty because the most important aspect is our health and well being.
I just want to share a quick snack idea with you – Lowfat Laughing cow spreadable cheese on Ahmet rye crackers. It satisfies the cheese cravings and the crackers give you the crunch. I just wanted to share in case you (or anyone else) is looking for alternative snack ideas. Another good one – Jicama (meixican root vegetable) peeled, sliced and tossed with fresh lemon juice is also very good and Non fat!
Thanks and I just reminded myself on what I should be snacking on again instead of cheddar rice crackers!
Ooh- those sounds good! Where do I find the rye crackers- any grocery store? I’ll have to see if Jicama is here in Michigan- I used to eat it in California, but haven’t seen it in awhile
Im definitely going to try this..I’ve been doing this but it is so hard its crazy but after hearing and seeing your picture of before and after, Marlena, you are my inspiration…you should do a workout routine girl next
Congrats on what you have accomplished! You’re beautiful inside and out ! All your videos are such an inspiration and these are some really great tips
Thank you so much for sharing!!
Hey Marlena! You look so good girly! I am super happy to see this video. I know weight loss is such a sensitive and personal topic. Thank you so much for sharing with us! I have been on and off my own weight loss journey for awhile. I’m not sure if you have heard about it but Chef Jamie Oliver is doing a food revolution and he actually filmed a show in my home town, Huntington Wv. The show comes on Friday nights on ABC…you should check it out . Between him and you I’m really inspired. We look to be about the same size in your before photo…I”m not sure how tall you are….anyways. are you gluten intollerant? My bestie is and we have to make all sorts of changes when he comes over for supper. The rice “pasta” is good and i have tons of recipes if you are interested. Thanks for being so transparent with us…God has totally used you to motivate and inspire me. Since i’ve been watching you i have felt so much better about myself….Thanks!!!!!
ps…try sweet potato chips..they are awesome!
I would love some recipe ideas if you have them! I’m not sure if I’m gluten intolerant yet- I’m seeing a holistic doctor next month to find out, but I don’t do well with wheat products
So, I also use the rice noodles, but it’s getting a bit boring…
Wow, Marlena you look great! Its wonderful that your taking on weight loss in such a healthy way! Keep it up girl and you will definitely reach your goals!
thanx alot ,
u gave me some ideas
love u
wow Marlena!… congrats on the weight loss, you look fabuleuse vraiment!!!!!
Congrats on your accomplishment!! You look fab!!
Hey Marlena ;•} yuu look amazing !
I’m losing some wieght now. I’m young and I hate the word diet. Fer me personally, my small frame is about the same weight as anybody else my age, but everyone else is far more proportioned ( I’m short)
I founnd a beauty guru who is around my size and is a 00/XS. But she was healthy, because she’s so short. I decided to do what she is doing.. I don’t expect to be a 00 because I am a dancer which means I have dreaded dancer thighs fer life.
Her plan is to consiously know how small your stomach is (size of your fist) and eat slow. Then yuu can constantly know when yuu are hungry.
You look great.
Hi Marlena! Congrats
You look terrific! Thanks for the video.
I wish you continued success in your new eating plan. I know how hard it is to change. It’s just too easy to let yourself go and eat whatever you want whether it is good for you or not. Keep up the good work and keep us posted on how you’re doing!
Hey Marlena,
You look so great! I was just wondering, what kind of work out rutine do you do each day? Me and my mom are going to start working out together but we aren’t sure what to do.. Thanks in advance!
I started with just walking- anything I think is better than nothing
Right now I’m doing 30 minutes on the treadmill and 15 on the bike or eliptical, but I really like doing aerobic classes as they’re more fun and is a good workout!
Thanks for sharing your journey!
You look great! I’m sure you will succeed!!
Marlena u look amazing! sooooo amazing. I’m very happy for you, and also very happy that you posted this for us. I started my weight loss journey March 8, 2010, and just your picture alone has motivated me to keep pushing myself.So thank you! Congratulations on your continued success, and I only wish you the best to come. Much love girl!
You look great Marlena. You really are an inspiration to me. The hardest part for me was giving up diet soda. But its been 2.5 years and all i drink now is water. I’m sure givng up sugar won’t be too bad but carbs! OMG so hard! Thanks for the snack ideas! I’ll be sure to try them. Keep up the great work!
Amazing! you look great…keep up the great work! What do you for working out?
Marlena…You look AMAZING!!! You really are an inspiration to me.
WOW Marlena, you go girl!!! Losing weight takes serious discipline that most people lack, so be very very Very proud of yourself!!!
wow girl gr8888888888888888888888888 job! u look fab fab fab!
You Look Great You really are an inspiration . I also love your Videos. U came to California How did you like it ? Im from Cali !!!!
You are such an inspiration! I’m so proud of you and how much weight you’ve lost! I hope you reach your goal.
Much love <3
-Mich
btw, instead of just regular ranch opt for fat free ranch!
I’m so proud of you! You look amazing! Recently i’ve lost like 8 pounds in the past 2 weeks, and dropped a pant size. My usual size 8 booty fits in size 6 jeans very comfortably. I’m so proud of everything you have been doing to get healthier
thank you so much marlena! im only 17 but i have really bad eating habits :/ i love this because its realistic!! this inspires me to start eating right before its too late.. thank you so much
OMG you look great — congrats!!! You have inspired me to get back on track and lose 40 pounds. I love your meal ideas — it would be awesome if you could post more! Thanks!
hey marlena!!!!! first off i want to say u look great. keep up the good work. (: i absolutely love your videos…you are awesome..hahaha! ive changed my eating lifestyle also and i workout everyay. ive made it a habit and its great. i have a huge sweet tooth like u, but i just cannot exclude sugar out of my meal plan so i just eat a small portion. i love rice crispy treats and so i will just have 1 small bar which is just 90 cal and thats it for a lil snack. i eat other stuff too. i eat alot of fruit now and drink tons of water like u. got some good food deas from you thanks. what kind of workout you do? it may sound silly but im 133 and my height is 54 and my goal weight is to get to 120 by june. i lost a couple of pounds already. hope i can get there. def do it together. haha!! looking forward to watching more of your videos. pls keep us updated on ur success(:
xoxo, E
Thanks Marlena. All reasonable lifestyle changes. 5 years ago I lost 37 pounds using Weight Watchers. Unfortunately I’ve gained almost all of it back. I need to make life changes and cut out sugar – my big vice. I appreciate the encouragement and seeing your success!
Hey Marlena!
I love Love LOVE your vids. I check back all the time, and it is so wonderful that you would do such a personal video. It is a beautiful thing what you are doing. I know you have definitely showed me that I can bring out my inner beauty by playing up my outer beauty. You are a healer, and a teacher. Keep up the wonderful work, you are an inspiration to all!
(from Vancouver, Canada!)
Hi Marlena
Wow…congratulations!!! You look great!
Hello Girl! you look great
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How nice of you to share all information, about the food, snacks and all.
I have never been overweight as a child or in my 20′s (i am 37 years old now)
But after a car accident (and i also think i have som thing going on whit my matabolism (thyroid)
i have put on some weight over the years, i’m feeling i am being put down by my doctor, and by the dietician, I get treated like I would not know or Understand that I have the overweight, although it was myself who raised the issue and asked for help. It is not the first thing you notice when you see me the first time. I’m treated like I would be less knowledge person, Nevertheless, I would like to believe that I am about as intligent like most people, and I treat others with dignity and respect…..I did not get a good response when I asked for help. It’s like they want me to fail, it’s awful that feeling of not having the suport I need from my doctor or dietician. Instead I get bullied, and they put words in my mouth fills in the sentences, so it suits them well, on how they look at me and feels about me as a overweight person.
But I am really glad that you share with us what is working, and I am so glad to hear you and others who are successful, it gives inspiration and joy.
Good luck with your success in getting healthy, and i i wish you all the best in the future
Best Regards!
/Diane from Sweden
I found you about a year ago and I have been a faithful follower since then! I always thought you were so beautiful and to know that you struggle with weight like so many of us do is just as helpful to me as all your wonderful make up tips. I honestly appreciate you showing before and after photos, I have been attempting to loose weight but being a “bigger” girl sure does a number on a girls self esteem. To have some one as beautiful as you be so honest gives me a boost that its not all what people see on the outside that matters. But the make up tips sure help too!! Thanks for sharing! Keep up the motivation. hugs!
Hi !
I’m French, so I apologize for my English…
Just wanna tell you Marlena that you have always been beautiful. Everybody here have noticed that you’ve got a beatiful heart, and that the only way to be a beatiful person !
I want to congratulate you for your hard work, I supposed it has been difficult sometimes… You are absolutely wonderful and gorgeous ! Ouha ! Keep going on !
Thank you for the tutorials,
XXX
JulieB
congrats you look really good love your channel
Way to go Marlena… you look amazing!! I have been struggling with my last 20lbs and I am definitely going to try some of the things that have been working for you!! I love your videos and I can’t wait to see more
Oh my goodness, you’ve halved in size!! BIG CONGRATULATIONS
) You look fab! Absolutely beautiful 
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x Taryn.
Marlena,
Don’t remove this video! Kep it so we can watch it everyday to motivate ourselves.
Thanks sooo much for sharing…I have lost 35 pounds in 4.5 months. Wish you the best ! You look great
Kudos to you Marlena! I am so proud and happy. Your train of thought that this is “not a diet” but a lifestyle, I know you will be successful and already have been! Congrats!!!!
Marlena,
Can you tell us what you do for exercise and the length you do it for.
After seeing your video I went to the store and bought veggies to snack on.
Thank you so much for sharing your weight loss success. Keep it up!
I also have been struggling with my weight, since having my baby in Sept of 07, I have been able to keep about 40lbs off. The breastfeeding helped a lot. Now I cant lose more than 5lbs.
I guess I really need to look at my snacks cause my main meals are pretty much like yours.
Please keep us posted with more videos, I really enjoy them.
Wish you all the best life has to offer. You go girl! lol
Rosie
I think you’re very brave for sharing something so personal with all of us. I admire & respect you a great deal. I’m definitely going to try this myself! Thank you for being so great!
I’m very happy for your Marlena!
Hi again everyone! , i also apologize for my bad English, i hope everyone could read and understand what i did write in the earlier comment above.
Have a wonderful day Everyone!
Best Regards!
/Diane from Sweden
congrats!!! u r beautiful!!
About 2 months ago I was attempting to put on my makeup that i have owned since forever and i decided to look up the right way to put on makeup. Many people popped up but for some reason you miss stuck out to me. So I started watching and watching. Then I started buying… About five hundred dollars later I still don’t know what I’m doing…… I would love to be a makeup artist but i dont know how to get started. Please if you have time let me know what I should do what you did to get started. You give me hope thank you!!!!! P.S. i am not a good speller but I do my best.
Holy moly, Marlena! I knew you’d been losing weight, but didn’t realize just how much. Good for you! While there is nothing wrong with voluptuous women, it’s great that you are making these lifestyle changes to get healthier.
I love watching these videos. As much as it kills my soul (lol) to give up sugar and starches I am willing to try. You look great! Keep up the good work! BTW as much as I love the make-up tutorials I really like these too.
I am a registered dietitian, who obviously needs a bit of help in the make-up area. but with my nutrition background, i must say i am proud that you have chosen to make “lifestyle changes” congratulations on your success.
OH MARLENA…I CAN’T EVEN TELL YOU HOW MUCH I ADMIRE YOU!…YOU INSPIRE ME!!!
You look fantastic!!! Congratulations!!! you go girl!!
You look great Marlena! And you are truly an inspiration! I was getting into a good habit of working out and watching what I ate but this past week I fell off the horse! So seeing your video today on your weight loss tips was awesome! Thank you so much for sharing with us, I know no one like to talk about weight, so thank you for letting us know what you did. You look amazing, keep up the great work. You have inspired and motivated me to get back on track, thank you!
OH, WOW!! Marlena. You made a “huge” change on your appearance. I’m so proud of you. I wish i knew how to stop emotionally eating, I know i eat junk food when im sad, or frustrated or lonley. I’ am a loner of where i live, I have a tough time making friends with females and males, just immature ways that i don’t wanna go through, well I use to be skinny and now im getting fat.
I wonder “how” can you lose weight when you’re stressed out alot, when you have no one to work out with or help support you when you’re going through tough times, or having the money to go to the gym. I was harassed alot in my past, people would try to lower my self confidence, make me believe that my weight is perfect, but how do you gain confidence in yourself when others want you to fail.
I will try your method and i know you aren’t a health person or whatever, i just handle it emotionally then just being lazy.
GOOD FOR YOU MARLENA!!!! YOU LOOK FABULOUS…AS ALWAYS!!!! YOU ARE AN AMAZING WOMAN!!!!!!! YOU ARE SUCH AN INSPIRATION TO ME AND ALL THESE BEAUTIFUL WOMEN ON HERE!!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!!!
OMG! Marlena you look AMAZING! I hope you FEEL AMAZING! (Sounds like you are stoked!)
Kudos to you and all your WONDERFUL “LIFESTYLE” changes!!! Especially the pop/soda to water replacement… truly… and if you can totally get away from artificial sweeteners – more power to you.
I would like to suggest Ezekiel bread sprouted bread products – foodforlife dot com
They are really great higher protein options to alternate with your rice type ‘bread’ products and they taste great. Also EARTH Balance spread, an olive/soy oil spread rather than butter or margarine.
I send you a cyber Hug – You GO GURL!!!
Be well – ALL WAYS – Nameste
Omgosh can’t believe you did this for us your amazing. Its been a trip watching your face change from video to video. Its really a motivator because id loooove to see how my face looks skinny…maybe I don’t naturally have apple cheeks and a moon face LOL love ya and congrats!!!
Wow! You look fantastic! I imagine you feel wonderful. Great job and Thank You so much for sharing!
GOOD JOB!!!!
Hey,
I saw your tweet a little while ago today wondering if you anyone else had tips on loosing weight. I tweeted you back but I just wanted to double make sure you saw my message – hehe. I have recently lost 71 pounds! I went from a size 16 to a size 6! I have tips and a video you can come check out on my blog. My blog is http://msfashinista.blogspot.com
Good luck with loosing the rest! How much do you have left?
I’ve been maintaining 135 lb. weight loss for 8 years through a 12 step program for carbohydrate sensitive people. It’s called GreySheeters Anonymous, and we weigh and measure three meals per day from a low carb food plan, write it down and commit it to a sponsor daily without exception. It’s the only plan that has given me peace around the food for any sustained period of time. We often refer to ourselves as the “Last House on the Block” or “AA for food” for the truly low bottom compulsive overeater.
WOW Marlena you look great!!!! Thank you for sharing your experience wow you look great!!!!! Keep it up girl!!!
wow you look great.. 10 months isnt bad at all… dieting and making a life change is different. i currently started to substitude many of my meals aswell… water was my major challange ive never liked it so that was hard now it comes naturally just grab my bottle n go… aswell you dont have to get go of all the foods just change them up a little hamburgers, use lean meat add more spices n less salt, instead of bread use lettuce, n instead of fries eat zuchinni or thin potatoes toasted in the oven, remember try not to add less salt until you feel your body can be without most of it….. my favorite snack are the small little carrots..
i weight 135 gained to my most 190 n now im down to 178 just by makingsmall changes and nothing drastic, plus my excecise…i love dancing so just pop on a cd or ipod and dance at home any full movement counts,,,
hope to loose enough weight just like you…
you look amazing marlena! thanks for the tips!
You look amazing. Congrats girl. You are such a positive influence to all the MUG’s out there. Keep it up!
Hi Marlena,
I want to thank you soooooo much for every tutorial but specially this one been overweight and always in the process of trying new diets I just gave up but now I am seen it like a new lifestyle a routine like you say… I just how you teach everything so good your so real and that is I admire and hope soon I can post a before and after picture like you have I am a true fanatic…I’m always waiting for new video to see from you and always I watch it instantly in my iPhone I can’t wait to go home and check it at my comp. I wish you luck in everything you do… And hopefully soon gives us a update… on what exercise routine you have?
Thank you again for giving us extremly good tutorials..
Thank you,
Tina
Marlena! You are such an inspiration. Thank You for all that you do
What very nice tips, my favorite (and most useful for me personally) is to change your diet in gradual steps. Nice job, Marlena!
You look great! How long did it take you to lose 67 lbs?
You look FANTASTIC and I especially applaud you for specifying this is a lifestyle change NOT a diet. Over the last 3 years I’ve significantly changed my diet and exercise habits and went from a snug size 22 to a size 14 between weight loss and toning. Unfortunately due to an illness over the last few months I’ve gained a bit back but am ready to go again. This may not help for you with your dietary requirements but possibly for others.
*to do it right you’re going to have to break down and buy a HUGE lunch box if you’re a gal on the go. These can be found in walmart camping sections. They have plenty of extra pockets for dry goods.
*snack about 20 minutes before the gym. Tyson chicken has convenient precooked grilled chicken breasts which work to give an energy boost and get some protein in. I also REALLY like the Luna products. For those a little more flexible on sugars, Luna bars have a great taste and protein. Luna moons are energy chews “formulated for women athletes”. It does have things like organic brown rice sugar/syrup or cane juice but they’re less refined sugars. Same for Cliff Shot Bloks (same company).
*have a daily work out goal. It’s nice to have magazines such as Women’s Health or Oxygen around to get work out ideas. Cardio is SUPER important, but so is some weight training to build muscle. As the muscle develops, the numbers may not show it on the scale but your eyes won’t lie as for transformation. Women’s health also has workouts you can put on your iPod. They give you full circuits and demonstrations on what to do.
*MIX IT UP! Whether it’s workouts or food, you’ll eventually become burned out on the same routine things which can cause a “set back”. Eliptical trainers or treadmills become boring, take a beginner spin class, or instructional dance. It’ll get your gams and ass in shape within weeks if you stick to it.
*Give self praise every day. If you made it to the gym even for 30 minutes of cardio that’s 30 minutes towards a goal. If you really wanted a certain food but talked yourself out of it, that’s a step towards changing your mind and habits. You may not see it in the numbers at first but pay more attention to your body changing. Don’t get defeated. Everyone builds and loses mass differently.
hey Marlena…
first of all you look amazing! how long did it take you to get to where you are, and how much have you lost so far? thanks
Hi Marlena!
You look even more beautiful! Congratulations on your hard work. I love to watch your videos. A friend of mine sent me your link and I’ve been hooked ever since. I wish you the best of luck but I know that you don’t need it. I look forward to many more of your videos.
Lots of hugs and aloha from Hawaii,
Ann
you look great I love your work. I am trying to loose weight but not having much luck…
Way to go Marlena!!!! I look forward to seeing you lose even more weight and be healthier!!
You look great Marlena, you were very beautiful b4 but now you’re looking healthy and even more
gorgeous!!! Keep it up. Thanks for sharing your tips.
Marlena,
You really inspire me to get my butt into gear. I have the same body type as your before picture and need to loose the weight due to my health conditions. My husband is very into physical fitness and in the military so he doesn’t quite get at what pace I need to work out at. So I can’t really take too much advice from him. I feel more comfortable asking someone who’s been there how to introduce myself to working out 4 times a week. I would like to know aside from your diet plan what steps did you take for exercise to look as great as you do?
Thanks,
Diana
Marlena…. i´m your fan from Mexico… i found your page on youtube and since then… i cant stop watchin it.. i love it!! i´m a stilyst and i used your make up ideas on my Salon, thank u so much! i´m proud of you…. good job lossing all that weight…. i feel inspired to do the same thing and start one step at the time and try to lose some weight to. Thnks and keep it up!
Saludos desde MEXICO!!
GRACIAS
=)
I’ve got about seventy pounds to lose to get into a healthy weight range… I’ve always used food as a source of comfort and am suffering for it now. I won’t give up though, and I think I’ll take your advice when it comes to starting with baby steps. I’ve always tried to jump into things cold turkey, and any success I’ve had has been short lived.
Thank you for your wonderful tips, Marlena! You’re an amazing person!
Thank you SO much for this! You look amazing and sharing your typical menu for the day is really helpful-now I’m more inspired to get off the couch and work out!
Hey Marlena. I’ve been following you for months now and thanks for the wonderful tip.
I’m just wondering if you could answer some of my questions and i would to share with you my diet.
I’m on diet same as you.
This are my meals.
For breakfast, I eat oats
I skip lunch and my dinner is just rice and some soup dishes.
Do you think my diet routine is ok and its been 12 days now.
Hope you could answer them.
Thank you.
I’m not a nutritionist either, but it sounds like you’re not getting a lot of protein or enough fruits and vegetables.
Yeah i do eat fruits for snacks.
you can answer them thru my blog if you like.
thirstforperfection.blogspot.com
Marlena, it’s so cool of you to share this kind of information! BUT it’s always nice to remind the readers that they want to lose weight safely and healthily, which means that a nutritionist or the like would be advisable!
I’m on a diet right now and what’s truly working for me is to keep 3 regular meals (reguar = same quantity of food for every meal) and 3 regular snacks (likewise) every 3 hours. Also, drinking 2l of water is highly reccomended! That made me lose weight and burn some fat! =:)
Always nice to read your blog! =:)
Ok, just watched the video (it wouldn’t simply open in my portable) and you really made sure people understood it’s not professional advice.
Congrats, Marlena. You’re really brave for having done all of those little things that can make a HUGE difference – just as you’ve been showing us =:).
WAY TO GO!!! Great results Marlena. I’m proud of you. Keep sticking with it, you’ll be bikini ready in no time!!!
I never thought i could be so proud of someone i dont even know but what u did is amazing. on top of that you did it the right way. I started my diet and 5 pounds. Im going for 50 in total.
Marlena, just wanted to say way to go with your weight loss! You’re so beautiful inside and out, and I’m so happy to hear that you’re feeling healthier!
Congratulations Marlena,
You look fabulous and even better you’re making healthy lifestyle changes. That’s what I had to call them…the word “diet” sets me up for disaster.
I’ve lost almost 30 lbs since giving birth 2 yrs ago. It can be a slow process especially when I hit a plateau. I work out 5 days a week. I try not to focus on the scale because honestly my weight hasn’t changed in over a year, but I have gone down 3 sizes so I know what I am doing is working. When fat converts to muscle, the muscle actually weighs more so that’s why the scale isn’t moving as much for me.
Keep up the good work…it is soooo worth it to be the healthiest you can be!!
Lisa
Great nutrition tips, Marlena! You should consider carrying home workout videos in your store. If you’re interested, touch base with me. Many blessings to you. ~Krista
Wow, You are amazing and you look amazing. Truly an inspiration.
Are you still taking a prescription medication to help you with your weight loss too? I thought you posted that you were on one of the forums.
Marlena you look fantasic! That’s so much for all that you do! Michigan is really losing a gem! Good Luck in California!
You are awesome! You are a beautiful and fun woman!
Good job, Marlena! You look amazing! Thank you for sharing.
You look SOOOO good!! such an inpiration thanks for sharing with us. You look HOT
Marlena u look great!!! Thanks for sharing your an inspiration. Keep up the hard work
Hi Marlena,
Where can we buy rice toast? Never heard of it…I’m out here in California.
marlena, you look so good and your skin looks really clear like you’re glowing!!
Hey Marlena!
Do you watch your calorie count also? Just wondering! You look incredible!
I knew you were losing! You look amazing. You lifestyle change is so perfect. I’m so proud of you!
Congratulations
Jennifer
You look ao good ! you are truly an inspiration!
my bad. i ment *so good* lol stupid typo
Wow Marlena! You’ve done so well on your weight loss journey!!!!! I’ve tried so many times to start losing weight but it seems that I’ll do a week or two of change and I get frustrated because I’m not seeing any results. You must be really patient to have lost 67 lbs!!! Congrats!!!
You are looking great!!!! amazing job.
Hey Lady! Congrats on the weight loss.. You look great. I also am on the same journey and enjoyed and practice the same tips. Like everyone said, you were beautiful regardless. But I know how it feels to want to lose. Keep up the great work.
Congratulations on your life style change and your weight loss. You are doing so well. Keep up the good work, and never stop smilen. I just found you site on youtube and I am addicted. I ran out and bought a line of make up brushes and have been working on my make up applications.
I’ve always used make up sponges but now I love my brushes. Thank you for your site.
Wow! You look so great , congrats on all your hard work! Just wanted to say that mom recently found out she has celiacs and can no longer eat gluten. Its hard because like you, 90% of the food in our house is italian but she found a great rice pasta in the health section of the grocery store and now eats that whenever my dad makes pasta. Also i have two tips that helped me lose weight recently. I realized that when i ate, i always ate too much, till my somach hurt so i started to eat slowly and give myself less portions and ate till i felt full. It was so simple but worked. Also at night i would prepare a yogurt cup with my favorite no sugar added yogurt, granola and frozen berries. Cover it and put it in the fridge and ate it when i woke up with no hassle of making breakfast. Good luck with the rest of your goal!
You look absolutely fantastic!
thank you so much for the inspiration! you look fantastic! i have been struggling with my weight for about 6 years now. Dozens of diets and crash diets. my problem is motivation and i honestly love food. my last diet just failed a few weeks ago. im hovering over the 200lb line and its killing me. i think that by taking your steps in gradual moves will help me. thank you so much again. you dont know how many girls you have inspired!
Great job! Great video! I too have cut out the gluten in my diet (prob 95%) There are a lot of great websites out there to get more information and some great recipes. Gluten Girl is one you might enjoy.
Good Job! The difference between the before and after pictures is amazing.
GODDESS MARLENA …. AM I EVEN ALLOWED A SECOND POST FOR YOU … I HOPE SO!
Its kinda strange as ive always watched you do your tutorials behind a desk etc and i truely never ever even give a thought to your weight or your body shape etc as this never crossed my mind, it just goes to show that weightloss just dose not enter the situation in your work and try not to let it obsess you or make you unhappy.
judging by you two photos which is the first time ive ever seen your full photo you have done so well and the sexy sexy way you are even standing for the second picce is so clear that this really is making you feel better and improving you life
keep up the good work enjoy and you are looking teriffic!
GODDESS MARLENA
KNEELING before your DEVINE PRESENCE
Marlena,
You have always been SO beautiful! Your sweet character always shows through in your videos. I’m not a believer in “society’s idea” of beauty, but I do believe in striving to be your healthiest! You are doin’ it girlfriend! And not only are you sweet as ever in your video here, you have that added sparkle of confidence and pride in your accomplishment – which in turn, just makes you that much more beautiful. Great job!!!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us Marlena fans! And even though you state you aren’t a pro nutritionist, your advice is right on!
Take care and keep up the fantastic work!!!
Thank you for responding to my comment..usually no one does so thanks alot I really appreciated it. I was looking at your before and after pictures and you look really really good..you did lose alot of weight and you look fabulous..
Hey Marlena, I must say you look great! I myself am trying to lose weight from medications i used to be on (they made me gain almost 90lbs altogether!) and I’ve been trying to diet and exercise too! I went semi-vegan to help curb my caloric intake, plus alot of the meat substitues are yummy! I wish you luck and am proud of you, you’re motivating me to stick to my guns!
you are such a good example of losing weight, thanks for sharing your tipps with us
Awesome results…. CONGRATS. I have tried a few changes, more fiber lower fat, I just seem to be stuck. I like the idea of baby steps! My big problems are giving up Diet Pop for water and sweets. You motivate me!
I want to reiterate the fact that you were beautiful before! It goes without saying that you are beautiful now. I really admire the way you have lost weight. You’re doing it in such a healthy way. You made it a life style change instead of doing a lame fad diet. I honestly wish I could do the same thing. I love carbs, diet soda, and sugary things. (I want to lose 7 pounds for bikini season but so far no luck.) Anyway, AMAZING job! What is your exact goal?
You look beautiful, I’m so impressed with your achievement, Marlena!
I didn’t realise you had to lose the weight in the first place, you’ve always appeared so attractive in your videos and photographs.
My Dearest Marlena!
Firs of all, I am a great fan of yous!!!! I DO LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!!! :X
Concerning having an ideal body shape, have you seen or heard about movie picture “The Secret”? If not, have a look at “www.thesecret.tv”. Rhonda Byrne, the creator of that film and the book The Secret has fantastic ideas that may be interting for you and anybody else. (I am not in bussiness with her, I am jus a big fan of this – it has just worked for me and for my friends as well:D .
I do recommend your videos to everybody when there is an opportunity to !!!
Sending you love and admiration from Europe:D
sorry, I have mistakingly sent that furious smily
Hey Marlena, congrats on the weight loss!!! You look great and it truly radiates in your tutorials. Just wanted to let you know that I too have been battling with my weight but I have decided to jump on board with your tips. So thanks for being such a great inspiration. Keep us posted because the tips really helped.
Thank you so much for sharing this wth us. I have been thinking about losing weight and i watch your videos all te time and seen you lose weight. Grats to you.You are my inspiration now. Im going to get bottle waters now asap.
wow u r so so beautiful Marlena and you have such a great patience! i’m also on a diet but i can’t help myself stop eating
watching your vids helps me find the courage for myself and thank you so much for sharing this <3<3<3<3 keep up your good work <3
you’re the sweetest! hahaha! thanks for the INSPIRATION, really!!!
Keep it up, you’re looking great!! Thank you for sharing your life with us, you’re so relatable and that’s one of the main reasons I keep coming back week after week. The other reason of course is your fab makeup tips. All the best!
Congrats on your weight loss! I am on a low carb, no sugar diet or whatever you want to call it(I am insulin resistant, and Dr. limited me to 75gr carbs/day, and low sugar, even fruits).
It is hard to cut out pasta for me too(Italian), but I found a really great substitute for pasta noodles. They are Japanese Shirataki noodles. 20 cals , 3 carbs, 0 sugar, .5 fat per 3 or 4oz serving of the non tofu kind. They aren’t bad, just a little different than regular pasta noodles. Easy to get used to.
Keep up the good work!
Great advice Marlena, thanks so much for sharing. I need to lose 50 lbs. and keep procrastinating…you gave some really great tips and I can’t wait to see some results. Good luck, you look beautiful!
HEY CONGRATS SWEETIE, LOVE THE VIDEOS, THOUGHT YOU MIGHT LIKE THIS.I SAW THAT YOU WERE ENJOYING A OLIVE GARDEN SOUP , AND I ADAPTED THIS ONE TO HAVE LESS CALORIES, ENJOY!!
Zuppa Toscana
This is a much requested recipe on the site given its name! Someone who used to work at the Olive Garden sent in the original recipe and I’ve adapted it to serve just 6-8. Try it since it is really yummy!
It is a very good soup and hits the spot on cold winter days. I’ve included this and a few other Olive Garden-inspired recipes on the site for all of our visitors that enjoy eating at the restaurant chain. In my opinion, making these recipes at home makes them even better than the ones you eat at the restaurant!
Makes: 6-8 servings
INGREDIENTS
* 1 lb ground Italian Turkey Sausage sausage
* 1½ tsp crushed red peppers
* 1 large diced white onion
* 4 Tbsp bacon pieces (Try turkey bacon)
* 2 tsp garlic puree
* 10 cups water
* 5 cubes of chicken bouillon
* 1 cup heavy cream ( Guess You Could use Soy milk or Skim milk.)
* 1 lb sliced Russet potatoes, or about 3 large potatoes or turnips or try some sweet potatoes.
* ¼ of a bunch of kale
1. Sauté Italian sausage and crushed red pepper in a large pot. Drain excess fat, refrigerate while you prepare other ingredients.
2. In the same pan, sauté bacon, onions and garlic over low-medium heat for approximately 15 mins. or until the onions are soft.
3. Add chicken bouillon and water to the pot and heat until it starts to boil.
4. Add the sliced potatoes and cook until soft, about half an hour.
5. Add the heavy cream and just cook until thoroughly heated.
6. Stir in the sausage and the kale, let all heat through and serve. Delicious!
Buon appetito!
Great recipe! Sounds yummy- I’ll have to switch out the cream and use red potatoes, and I’m all set!
MARLA,
TO HAVE THE COURAGE TO DO SOMETHING YOU LOVE AND ENJOY IT, ALREADY MAKES YOU WONDERFUL IN MY EYES YOU ARE SO TALENTED AND LOVELY,I WOULD HAVE NEVER THOUGH OF YOU BEING A BBW , ALL I CAN SAY IS KEEP IT UP , WERE ALL PULLING FOR YOU .AND KEEP THE VIDEO,S COMING.
Marlena,
I’m so proud of you for losing all that weight and starting a new lifestyle! Keep up the great work and thank you for motivating me, too! I will take baby steps as well! My big hurdle is going to be dropping the Diet Coke. I know for you it was the pasta, but man…I live on Diet Coke and I know it’s terrible for you. Ok, here goes to swapping it all out for some H2O! Wish me luck! LOL!
Hugs,
Shannon
You can do it! I used to be a diet cherry coke addict (haha!), but I haven’t been craving it since I quit drinking it. I will have one every now and then, but it makes me have err… stomach issues whenever I drink it
Maybe don’t cut cold turkey but do half the day of water and half coke?
hi marlena!! u look really really great! ive been watching your makeup 101 videos at youtube for a month now(since a became a make up addict!) and i was shocked to visit this site and saw you and the weight lost! u did a really great job!! congratz! and thanks also for the make up tips. i hope you to see more beginner looks tutorial from you!
Hi Marlena,
You look awesome babe! i’m so glad you share your weight-loss tips with us. You gave me some ideas on what i should be eating as i’m also embarking on a healthier diet in the hope to shed some kilos.
You are truly an amazing lady with a heart of gold!
Muacks
wow awesome girl! do u workout at all???
Yep- I work out 4 times a week: 30 minutes on the treadmill and 15 minutes on either the bike or eliptical. My favorite though is doing aerobic classes as you get a good workout and it’s fun, but my gym closed that had those classes
Bummer.
Hi Marlena,
okay that’s beside the point but I love your makeup in this video, it’s natural and still really beautiful, will you do a tutorial on this ?
It’s pretty easy- I’m wearing Revlon Colorstay foundation, NYX Peach Blush, Black eyeliner in the waterline, and Loreal Voluminous Mascara
LOVE the makeup in this video as well! Do you remember what you were wearing on your lips?
Great job on the weight loss! You are an inspiration!!:)
You look amazing! I’ve been on a similar journey and know how hard it is but also how rewarding the results are! Best of luck to you and know there are many of us out there that are thankful for your inspiration. Thanks for sharing a part of your journey with us. You go girl!
Good for you Marlena!! You look good!!! I AM REALLY TRYING TO CHANGE MY EATING HABBITS AND GOING TO THE GYM. I AM DOING IT SLOWLY TOO. IT IS HARD TO JUST GIVE EVERYTHING UP ALL TOGETHER THAT IS WHY PEOPLE DON’T CONTINUE DIETS AND THEY FALL OFF THE WAGON. YOU ARE CHANGING YOUR LIFE. I work for a doctor and she says, ” DON’T DIET, LIVE IT!! DIET IS TEMPORARY, WHAT YOU ARE CHANGING , YOU ARE CHANGING FOR LIFE, SO LIVE IT!!!” GOOD LUCK EVERYONE AND MARLENA YOU ROCK!! NOW GIRL GO GET YOU A NEW OUTFIT TO GO WITH THAT NEW BODY!! AND, GO OUT WITH THE GIRLS AND HAVE FUN!! LOVE YA GIRL!!
Miss Thang,
My name is Priscilla and I am one of your youtube subscribers. I had not been on in sometime and decided to come to your page to a shock…..You lost weight …..OMG….. I too have lost weight but it wasn’t until I came to this website and saw that you too are a voluptous woman I HAD NO IDEA….heck I was just watching the face I guess….YOU LOOK GREAT!! Keep it up and by the way I love the looks in you tutorials as dark as I am I always try something close to your looks never works out but I still come out on top……Sincerly a fellow Big girl
hi,i try to go on a diet and i always get realy hungery by the 3rd day and then eat my entire kitchen,doedoes anyone have any tips on not feeling hungry all the time?
For me, it’s eating a fair amount of protein and eating more often- I eat a lot of baked , grilled, or rotisserie chicken and I eat snacks throughout the day to curb my hunger. It may be that you’re trying to eat too little and so you feel deprived by day 3 ?
I have never seen your body before,it just don’t look like you at all.it does not matter how big you are. u still have all the beauty any other woman would want.inside and out.so thats all that matters but u want to feel good for your self.trust me i understand how you feel.i use to be 115 lbs,then went up to 206 lbs.and nothing i did made me feel good about myself.i was a size 18 pants.well then one day it just started going away.i walked alot,stoped drinking coke so much and watched how much bread i ate.I did not even know the weight was gone.but it was,now i am 135lbs and my pants are size 5,6.and u dont even know how good i felt.so i can feel what u feel.its the greatest feeling in the world.you feel like new.now you can feel real good about yourself.by the weight going as u want and the way your life has gone.you have a very good head on your shoulders.i wish for one day i could be you.well stay sweet and pretty.keep up the good work because you look great.but you always have.
OMG YOUR AWESOME AND A GREAT INSPIRATION!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING THIS WITH US, I REALLY DO APPRECIATE IT.
thanks for the diet tips!!!!!
I would say that you look amazing but i thought you looked amazing before. Size has nothing to do with beauty. If you feel better about how you look then it is all worth it, but you have been beautiful the whole time in my eyes. I read about your divorce and think that getting on with your life and your self and your look is so inspiring. Keep doin’ you sister. I’ll keep lovin’ ya!
Thanks so much sweetie
Marlena,
I love your make-up videos and was so excited when you posted this video. I became unemployed in December and have put so much weight on in such a short period of time. This video has put me in my place and made me realize that it’s not that I’m eating any more than when I was working, but I’m eating more carbs and starches because I have more free time to cook big meals for my family! So now I am motivated to change that! Thank you so much for sharing your personal experience with us. Now we have a new motivation to go along with our beautiful faces!!!! You are wonderful!
Katherine
Marlena you are so beautiful and I admire you! You look great. I see your videos all the time, your are a great make up artist
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Marlena:
My daughter I, love your make up videos but this video was the best you terrific.
Wishing the best to drop the weight, job well done you r inspiring me to lose the baby I had put from four pregnancys I am always busy but will try with help of my kids. You r an true warrier.
I am severly overweight. I recently lost a baby that caused me major depression. I’m atleast 100 lbs overweight right now. My husband and mother recently broke down crying that they love me deerly just as I am but are scared that I may die due to weight issues. I suffer from asthma and recently had a scare with sugar issues. I’m a newlywed and my major problem with food is I CAN’T COOK
I have 9 and 7 year old daughters. I cook the best I can for my family but most of it is from a box which isn’t healthy at all. I’m 26 and with me working all the time as a single mom I never got the opportunity to learn how to cook. I need to drop the weight for me and my kids sake. Does anyone have any healthy suggestions for my whole family for meals that a kitchen idot could make?? Please help me help me 
hello rebekka! small suggestion, go to barnes & noble or any bookstore in youre area and buy a healthy cookbook. trust me! i didnt know how to cook either but they have SO many books from beginners to expert cooks, you are sure to find one that fits your idea of cooking. there you will find so many ideas. simple cooking ingridients that wont take long and best of all are healthy AND taste so good! it will be a life changing thing. check out your local bookstore <3 do it for your only body and for your babies! goood luck! we love you!
Rebekka,
Don’t lose hope!! I know what it feels to lose someone. I lost my fiance, a police officer, who was killed on duty. At first I couldn’t eat, and then when I did feel hungry I ate whatever I wanted just to quell the hunger. I went from running 6 miles a day to gaining 40 pounds.
First of all, take things slow. There is a WONDERFUL book from a woman named Tosca Reno called the “Eat Clean Diet”. It advocates eating healthy, organic, non processed foods. Just because a food is low in fat and calories, doesn’t mean that the chemicals used to make it aren’t harmful. She also has a Eat Clean Recipe book that have GREAT healthy alternatives to our favorite foods.
Eat 5-6 small meals a day. She teaches you the definition of portions in the book. People who starve themselves don’t realize that the body thinks that you can’t find any food so it goes into conservation mode, and actually stores fat. By eating 5-6 small meals a day, you boost your metabolism because you’re body is constantly having to digest something.
DRINK, DRINK, DRINK!!! Water, that is. Keep those kidneys flushing any toxins out and keep hydrated. Drink 8, 8 oz. glasses a day. More if you’re exercising.
When you start out exercising, TAKE IT SLOW. Listen to your body, and don’t neglect weight lifting. More muscle = More fat burned. Don’t worry about looking like a body builder. Female body builders really have to work hard to look the way they do. Our bodies don’t react the same as the guys when it comes to that.
These are all suggestions from a nurse that is reclaiming her body at 29! Good luck!!
One thing I learned a long time ago is to shop the perimeter of the store. All the stuff up and down the isles is processed, boxed and unhealthy. It’s not hard to cook healthy it just takes some time, and practice. Some recipes are keepers and others not. Involve the girls, they will be more agreeable if they are part of the kitchen help. Vera
I am trying to do the the week with no sugar since I had already quite drinking cokes. Man this is a lot harder to do than I thought. Sugar is everywhere.
But it hasn’t been to terrible as more of my favorite fruits are coming back into season. I have one question though…. What kind of protien bars do you eat? The ones I have seen so far all have sugar. And I know you are probably over hearing about your divorce but I wanted to share a quote (by what I have been told is from Marilyn Monroe). “I am selfish, impatient, and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control, and at times hard to handle. But if you can’t handle me at my worst then you sure as hell don’t derserve me at my best.” When I was down about my own crashed relationship a friend printed that up for me to keep up at my desk. So now when I am down I look at it and it lifts my spirits. You are beautiful and strong. Don’t ever forget that!!
Also what is your asian chicken recipe??
You are amazing! I’m struggling just to lose 15 pnds and here you are working your butt off, making it happen! You are beautiful! Keep up the good work! =D
wow. the pictures dont lie. you look AMAZING. youre such an inspiration! i will try the marlena diet lol baby steps, by starting to drink water and excersising 4 times a week. MORE POWER TO YA!! we love youuuuu!!! x0x0
AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME Marlena!!! You’re doing it the right way (Obviously because look how well it’s working)!!!
Hey Marlena!
I’ve been trying to figure out a way to change my lifestyle. I played basketball for about 7 years so I never had to worry about staying active and eating right but now since I’ve been out I’ve been really trying to do it all by myself. And have gained a lot of weight in the process and I’m a big girl! lol So thank you for the tips! You look really good! Keep up the hard work. Very inspiring!
Anaka
You look great Marlena!!!!!Keep it up:) I love your style
Marlena, you look absolutely beautiful! Congrats on your weight loss! I’m trying to lose weight myself…..I have a sweet tooth too, so I can definitely relate to you! lol I actually just started watching some of your makeup tutorials the other night, and I learned so much already. I’m a Mac addict, and the girls that work there have never explained the “how to” like you do! Thank you sooooo much!
you look AMAZING… goood job!!!! A+ I have to follow your lead and lose weight. Very encouraging
Thanks so much! i am a good 100 lbs over weight and i want to try this!!
Marlena, you look fabulous!! Nothing is more rewarding than to make your ex cry when he sees you because you look so great! Seriously, I’m inspired – thanks!!
I just wanted to say you go girl friend, you are so beautiful and you always have been. I want to thank you for sharing your story, I battle daily with my weight and issues around it. So I think it is awesome that you are willing to share your story with us. Best of luck with you and your new health journey.
I have to say that I never would have guessed that’s what you looked like from your old videos. You don’t carry much weight in your face/hands like I do. Although, I guess its nice to see that you were successful even when you were my size. I would like to think I look like you did in your before pic, but its probably wishful thinking. Also, I remember hearing somewhere you lived in Southern Michigan at one point in time like me!
Anyway, you look superb! Keep it up. I am living vicariously through you!
Wow!!! As we say in French Bravo!!
I’m working hard to lose weight, trying to cut off the pasta, because I love them sooo much, but I guess that if an Italian can do it, so can I!
We have this thiny overweight problem in my family, nothing big, but just enough there to say Hi! everyday when you look yourself in the mirror… 
Hope you’re doing great, i think that video can reaaly help out the people that follow you on your website!
What you do with this website is so important, because you help women to feel better in their skin, and feeling beautiful in a BIG step in the process to feel better and to loose weight. Thank you so much for what you do, it’s great!
Take care, Ingrid xxx
Marlena!
I wanted to let you know that you’re truly an inspiration! Do everything in moderation … that really helps me because I’ve been trying to lose weight too and I never have the patience. I would just cut out everything at once and I always gave up. This week I’m going to keep everything normal but actually start doing cardio and then next week I will slowly try and change my diet…
I really adore you. You’re such a sweet person and this video really inspired me to do better. Thank you so much for doing this.
- Jessica
wow!! marlena you look muy linda you are going too be my motibation to lose weight take care and be happy all the time okay we love you!!!
Wish i could be so fearless and motivated.
im 18 & gluten intolrent & insulin resistance so its a struggle. i always give up esp when my family eat sweets infront of me..
im so happy for u
Thank you for that!!!!! After I had my baby…3yrs. ago it’s been so hard. Your makeup tips have made me feel pretty again…now this tip for weight loss is really helpful for me..thanks again……oh n u go girl!!!!!!
u look greay marlena!!!!! wow!!!
either way, both require being healthy, and having extreme confidence inside yourself. thank you for it all Marlena. you truley are a hero.
im only 15 years old, but i want to stay healthy and not have to worry about what i will look like when i am older, which i do constantly.
i am also a very serious athlete, and am hopefully on my way to the 2012 olympic trials!! i have been a competitive swimmer since the tiny baby age of 5!! heehee. i love working out, but i also love food!!! i try to be healthy, but those junky, greasy foods call my name no matter what!! haha! so i wanted to tell u thank you for this video and sharing some personal things with us!! all your steps are simple, and have amazing results!! (ps- i am also italian and know what u mean by loving pastas and breads!!!) anyways, thank you for everything! this video, and all the makeup tips!! i have been a HUGE fan since you first started posting. just because i am serious about sports, doesnt mean i cant be a girly girl!! (a thing my peers find hard to believe, and to balance both in my everyday schedual!) lol! i have huge dreams for swimming, but would love to work on a few commercials, possibly a movie, doing makeup!
im off to drink a bottle of water, and later hit the pool!!
Hi Lena
OF COURSE YOU WILL!! You aare always been beautiful, and not beacuse of all make up you use, but because you are beautiful INSIDE, and tha’s what’s matter!! I’m with Shannon when she says “Size has nothing to do with beauty” and i’m sure that everyone will be with me when i say ” YOU GO GIRL!! WE ALL LOVE YOU AND WISH YOU ALL GOOD!! YOU ARE THE BEST! AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR TUTORIALS THAT SAVED ME FROM LOOKING LIKE A PANDA EVERYTIME I DO THE SMOKY EYES”
You look GREAT, GREAT GREAT AND SUPER GREAT!!!
In your first comment you say “divorce”…well…that sounds very bad…But i am sure that you’ll be strong enough to get over this!
Hi dearest Marlena,
You’re such an inspiration in every way. I have delivered a baby 3 months ago and I’m on diet too. Yes it is soooooo difficult to balance the food intake and as you said one step a at a time will make you achieve your goal.
best of luck my favourite girl and let’s loose the weight together
Please do another video when you reach your target weight. That would be very motivating to all of us.
Can you tell us what kind of sport you do in the gym and how many minutes?
you seem to be toned as well which is excellent girl!!!
Marlena, its mary again. I want to tell u that the reason of my weight gain was also my divorce. I got married in Nov.08, pregnant and divorce a month because I found out that he was secretly having an affair with his best friens. YES, he was Bisexual n he didn’t tell me ahead of time. I got so depress through after a month later I got a divorce. My baby is 8 months now n adorable but I still can’t get up on my feet. Due to the economy I lost my job when I was 3 months pregnant. I’ve lost all what I though was good to me. I gain so much weight. With this life now is hard to find a motivator. I know I have a child to motivate me but how can I get motivated when the child looks like my ex husband
lol. Well I look at ur videos to see if it can motivate me to care for my self n look some what pretty. But am still having a hard time getting started. HELP
first i whant to tell you that i am a makeup artist from israel. i llllooveee your tutorials. i learnd so much from them. i lost 30 kilogram thats 65 pounds.you are an insperation. kip on making grait tut. love and kisses
yafit.
Congratulations! That’s great
Also, love your makeup in this video, very simple but really pretty…
You look great! You are so pretty!!! Thank you for your awesome make-up tips as well! =)
I’m also on the weight lose journey. I am 5’7 and 85 kg, only 20 kg to go. I started after my last child that left my with diabetes and at my biggest (105kg). I find it great that you are so open and that most of the things that you are doing are the same as what i have being doing. Keep going don’t give up.
Marlena,
You are really motivating me to get it together! I would like to be fit, healthy, & slim by 10/2010 – My B-Day. Thanks for sharing, Marlena!
OFF TOPIC – I am so pleased with my purchases from you – they arrive with lightening speed and are packaged securely/perfectly
Great Marlena! I am trying to lose weight too, I am finding quite difficult stop eating chocolate!!!!!!
Oh gosh, why all the good and taste things are so fatty???
take care!
Hi! Marlena you look great, you make feel like a want to drop 20lbs, after having 4 kids my body change but now i feel like i can do it thanks to you. Last year i lost 45 lbs from size 16 i went down to size 4-5 but my problem is the after the holidays i gain like 20lb but now i feel motivate to go back in shepe thank to you! You look awesome, sexy and very beautiful. You the best has make up artist…
keep it up girl.
Hey Marlena! Congrats on your sucess so far…..
I want to share this recipe with you that has some of the goodies I know you like….it is AWsome! try it :
I hated only being able to shop at plus size stores or the stores that had a little corner with just plus size and the rest of the store with sizes S – L. In the middle of last year I started cutting out a lot of junk food and sweets and cut out juices and soda and drink only teas and crystal light. I bought myself a exercise machine so I have the chance to work out at home and also care for my two year old. I’ve lost 61 pounds so far and still have about 50 more to go to be at my goal weight. You trully are inspiring and seeing your before and present pic is like WoW! I know we are not alone..many of us need that umph to keep us going on our down days
Bell Pepper Salad
One green bell pepper chopped
One red bell pepper chopped
One yellow bell pepper chopped
Red onion finely chopped
Cherry tomatoes
Black olives
One cucumber de-seeded and chopped (I take skin off)
Artichokes ( I use the marinated ones)
I cut up chunks of pepper jack cheese because i like spicy food ..if you don’t want to put that cheese you can sprinkle red pepper flakes.
Mix all together in a tupperware and store it in refrigerator when you want somehing to munch on take it out and….
Sprinkle a few croutons on top (optional)
Dressing (any kind you want, I use light balsamic vinaigrette)
Try it! I got a few of my friends liking this salad it is delicious!!!
OMG you look great!!!! you are beautiful
Marlena! You look great! Thank you for your advice’s! I live in Russia, but visiting your site very often) It’s really great) What to dump weight I am engaged pole dance, to all I advise, It develops to plastic and flexibility, and also brings many positive emotions)))
You look awesome!!!!
OMG!!! YOU LOOK AMAZING FOR REAL U R NOW MY INSPIRATION!! THANK YOU FRO SHARING ALL THIS WONDERFUL STUFF WITH US!!
Marlena, I found a super great dessert you may want to try. I bought them at Sams Club its an ice cream bar called PhillySwirl Sweet 16. 16 calories and only 3 carbs per serving
they are way yummy.
Marlena your such an inspiration and you look so beautiful. You were pretty before but now your beauty is really shining through! Thanks for sharing with us all. I have just started on a new lifestyle and weight loss journey. You have really inspired and motivated me.
Way to go Marlena! It’s so great that you are sharing a *healthy* way to lose weight! Keep up the hard work, it is definitely paying off!
Thanks for the video, it was lovely to hear what works best for you
By the way, I LOVE your eyebrows in this video. Which eyebrow pencil do you use?
On second thought, I hope you’ll have the time to do an eyebrow tutorial sometime in the future
Marlena you look amazing!! Not just weight-wise either, but you just have a nice healthy glow about you. You can really tell that you’re taking care of your body and treating yourself right. Its really inspiring to see this healthy approach to looking and feeling better. Keep up the amazing work, you’re always such an inspiration to me. I love watching your videos you always seem so positive and upbeat. Awesome job, girl!
Hi girl!!!!!
Well i’m from Tijuana(Border with California), B.C., Mexico & we love u over here! U have great tutorial videos and tips and examples…and everything! And i envy ur wait lost; i’ll fallow ur advices to change my eating habit for life (big strugle) because i was inspired when i watch ur before & after. Keep it going to ur health goal…7 again i love u, love ur work, and thank u for givin’ us ur precious time to teach us how to look more beatiful. oh! and sorry for my english….
P.S. Arriba Mexico cabro….!!!!!!!
Hello Marlena,
First of all just want to say thank you sooooo much for sharing your weight loss journey with the whole world. I truly admire you, Sorry but I need and of course I hate to ask but how much did you weigh before and how much now? Sorry…Please don’t hate me…=( for asking but just curious.. Any how I’m also 5′.5″ tall and I weight 270lbs I really need to loose my weight because now I’m starting to have complications as in sleep apnea, It’s really scary feeling so therefore I really want to loose weight in order to save my life be healthy and be here for my family. By the way do you have any kids I have 2 lovely kids…So therefore I really need to stop been selfish and think about my kids, therefore I really need to better myself, my health…..Love you Marlena and really wish you the best you look great!….
Wow,
Marlena you look amazing. I’ve been watching your make up videos for a long time now. I’ve never left a comment before but when I saw this video I just had to comment and give you major props. I commend you that you said your doing it to be healthy, so many of us do it for the wrong reasons. I myself need to lose about 50 lbs, my husband and I are starting a work out regiment together and we are changing our eating habits. It would be great if there was some of your other fans would like to start a forum or something on your site that would like to lose weight and get healthy. It would be nice to have support from others.
Thanks for the inspirations Marlena
Mandy
hi,beauty!!!
u`re great!4 sure!
i like u`re website much and always look for u very attentively.
im in love with ure make – up stuff in all the way…and now just saw ure video about lossin wight.
ure great winner!proud of u.
keep on goin)!
u look very good and im sure ull do ure best to finished it in ure own way.i know such problems and know whAt it is..to have high w.
sooooooooooo)..one more time,thanks that u are! U ARE COOL,HOT AND BEAUTY!
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Hi!
You just seem so nice and sweet. I was very excited when I found this site yesterday, I think I will be buying some stuff. But what I really wanted to saywas that I was inspired by your weight loss video, I started a “diet” and I am excercising and I lost 1.5 kilos already 
I am not following your plan, but thanks so much for the motivation!
I have been your subscriber on youtube for a while now, not just because I like your makeup skills (and I really do) but because it seems you have a really great personality
Hey!!
You’ll have more men begging at your feet…LOL Go Girl!!!! Keep it up…
I Love all your tutorials.. They’re great!! Your looking awesome…Thanks for all the helpful tips. Keep up the good work…. And trust me it will all be worth it!!!
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Hi,I’m from India and have been watching your makeup tutorials since the past one year . I find you amazing and very talented.
Would like to first congratulate you on losing weight and thank you for sharing the tips with us.
I’ve also just started by own makeup blog,it would be great if you could visit it and give suggestions.
Thanks
Yuvna
Look at you, sexy lady! I lost about 60 pounds and then got pregnant… and gained it all back. Yuck. I’m now trying to get back on the path – thank you for sharing such good ideas. Hey – have someone ELSE take a picture of you (like your before picture) – it will probably be a little clearer. But it doesn’t need to be clear for it to be PERFECTLY CLEAR how amazing you look!
One more thing – I’m sure you’re not a vengeful person, you seem way too sweet for that, but I’ve gotta say: they say the best revenge in the world is success, and whoo-ee! You’ve succeeded at so many things in the last year! Good job, girl!
YOU LOOK GREAT!!!!
Hey,
I thought I’d tell you about my sister and her weight loss. Well, when she gave birth to my nephew she was about 5 stones heavier before the pregnancy. And we all know that baby fat is the hardest to lose. Well anyway, a friend told her about yoga and how great it was. She didn’t believe it at first, but she started getting into it, she has now lost all the weight AND has sustained it. The thing with yoga that people don’t know is that although you are just sitting there, you work, exercise and stretch muscles you don’t you haven’t used in a very long time.
Also, (I promise this is true) two people in her yoga class noticed that they gotten a bit taller. When they asked the yoga teacher she said that, when you start working and stretching your muscles your spine starts to straighten up, and people who are bigger tend to have the habit of slouching (I know I do a lot). So it’s not that that were taller their muscles and spine was the way it is suppose to be.
Also (sorry to keep talking), when you are aiming to lose so much weight your skin takes some time catching up, yoga will make your skin much firmer and more elastic.
I hope that helped
omg girl…. ur truly an inspiration! im going thru such a horrible divorce because of the simple fact i still love him and he fell out of love with me!!! i see myself in the mirror n well i can understand now why!! i cant tell u enough how uve inspired me to get back in shape and start embracing that make up geek inside of me!! lol thanx so much!!! lots of love… nancy
You look gorgeous!! I followed your tips, and have lost 5 pounds this week!! Now I just hope I can keep it up.
Great job on losing the weight! I gained 60 (Yikes!) when I had my son and I’ve lost it all over the last 2 years. I agree that it has to be a lifestyle change especially now that I am approaching 30 I’ve fallen off the healthy eating recently but this was the push I needed to jump back on. Now I have to get ready for swimsuit season
Marlena -
Congrats on your weight loss! I’ve kept 100 pounds off for over 10 years now… I can tell you that it’s possible to do it and maintain it
You’re doing an amazing job!
My question – and I hope this isn’t too personal – what makes you think you may have a gluten intolerance? Or the Canadia overgrowth? I have some tummy issues that has made me curious to trying a gluten free diet but it would be the biggest overhaul I’ve ever done to my life!
You don’t have to share that if it’s uncomfortable!
Thanks
hay marleena ..u look amazing .congrats ..i was just wondering im getiing married in a few months and icwant to do my own makeup ..can u do a tutorial on a bollywood wedding makeup. my colours red and gold .
please and thank u
Congratulations Marlena! It seems that your hard work is paying off!
You have always been pretty to us MUGs but congratulations again on trying to incorporate yourself to a more healthy lifestyle! I have been trying to change my lifestyle and habits since a couple of weeks before, and I know that this change will repercute onto my physical appearance, but still my goal is to lead a healthier lifestyle. Thanks for posting your pictures and sharing your experiences! I bet you have been feeling wonderfull lately!
Congrats again!
Remember everyone…..DON’T FORGET YOUR DAILY 8+ GLASSES OF WATER!
hi marlena i watch all of your videos and you look amaizing keep it up and take care!!!!!!
i just wanted to say you are very inspiring
i really admire how much effort you’ve made… and it’s paid off !
also, do you do weight training or just cardio/aerobic ? i’ve been trying to loose weight too and i used to do 3-4 days of weights and 4-5 of cardio. now i just do 1-2 days of weights and 4-5 days of cardio cause i feel like weight training doesn’t let me loose weight but just maintain. have you noticed that?
also, do you eat nothing with sugar, and no bread ? if so how do you achieve that? it’s hard? and also, what do you do if you’ve eaten your meal but aren’t full ? it seems the less carbs you eat-the less full you feel no matter how much veggies, fruit, or meat i eat
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Congrats Marlena for your amazing weight loss.
You are absolutely beautifull and glowing!
Thanks too for sharing your tips and diet experience.
It’s giving me the little kick in the a– I needed to loose my own private extra-weight!!!
Wow! What an amazing transformation! Can you share some of your workout routine, too?
it’s really motivating to know you have lost alot of weight. It inspires me to do the same. thanks Marlena (: keep it up.
Marlena, u were already gorgeous to begin with, and from watching ur videos i can tell that u r just an amazing person with a big heart. please keep up the excellent work on ur website and your videos, i am a big fan! =) i am so happy to see that you lost so much weight in such a healthy way, very empowering!
congrats Marlena!! =)
you look great! i hope i can loose weight as you did. you are my inspiration.
your gerbil is cute in the background! you look nice! it’s admirable to have so much discipline
you look wonderful!!!!
I can’t believe the before and afters – you look like a different person! You’d have never known by your videos that you were even a smidgen overweight, your face is so beautiful.
Looking at your before/after photos is so inspirational, mainly because I think we are about the same shape/size (you before, not now!) so it’s nice to see what I may look like. Maybe it’s an Italian thing, I dunno, we’re often cursed with a big behind – haha!
Well done, you have done so well, and good luck with losing the last few lbs – and most of all, thank you for sharing your story xxx
Marlena,
I never would have guessed you to have a weight problem after watching your tutorials for a couple of years now. I am so inspired by you. I would be able to use your ‘before’ photo as a body double for me (same dress size, too). How long have you been doing this diet? How many pounds are you down so far?
Thanks Marlena! Keep you the great tutorials and the progress with weight loss!
HI Marlena. Just wanted to say how amazing u look. Ur gorgeous any size but well done!!! I know what a struggle it is to lose the weight. I love your site, am such a muggie!!! Thnx 4 all your great tips and advice.
Rain, Ireland
You’re such an inspiration for me…
All my make up “experiences” are based on your tips… And now my diet plan! lol
I love your videos and I think you are a very sweet nice person!!
Beijinhos,
Aline (São Paulo/Brazil)
P.S.: You look gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow you really look great, I decided this past weekend that I needed to get on a life changing diet as well. I saw some pictures and was like ahhhh. Its really great to know that everyone can have these issues and get through them..it gives me confidence I will hit my weight goal!!
Hi Marlena,
I came across your channel a little over a year ago, and I have to say that it’s hard to get bored with you, you are such an inspiration in so many ways, aside being extremely talented you are a beauty inside and out, your inner light shines in every video you post, thank you for all your hard work. As I was watching your video on how you lost weight I couldn’t agree with you more, that losing weight is a life style not a diet, I totally live by that principle; in fact I have a whole blog dedicated to that it’s all about proper fitness and nutrition, it’s a place where anyone can go and find daily tips, encouragement, motivation, inspiration, and healthy fun recipe straight from my kitchen. I would love for you to check it out here is the link
http://morehealthieryou.blogspot.com
You can go back to like November of last year and still find awesome things on it (I have this very cool feature on weekly challenges with everything I ate pictures recopies, and my workout routine),
http://morehealthieryou.blogspot.com/2009_11_01_archive.html
If you do go can you please leave me a comment so I know that you checked it out.
Thanks, Elina
Wow, congrats! You look great!
You look amazing. I saw your clip and you have inspired me to lose weight. I went to the gym this morning and did a tubo kick for the first time. I have to say that it was hard but I loved it and I plan on going back next week.
You mentioned “rice toast” where do you buy it?
Again, you have inspired me to lose weight an look great. Thanks!
Maria
Stockton, CA
Keep it up, Marlena!
I lost 15 lbs without working out at all. All I did was drink 1.5L (yes it’s safe;about 3 regular-sized zephyrhills water bottles) of cold water within an hour of waking up in the morning and waiting an hour after I finished the water before eating. It really flushes out all the toxins in your body and believe it or not it cleared up my skin too. The pounds just melted off! Also, I don’t eat after 6 PM.
You should try it, so easy!
Hey!!!! Marlena
I seen your before pictures and all I want to tell you is good job and congrats.I love watching you makeup tuturiols and wanted to say “thank you” for posting them online.(I REALLY LOVE THEM).I have learn great techniques from your videos.And now you have motivated me to lose weight.I am happy that you share this with us.Thank you.And I love how you do you’r make up.Keep showing/teaching us the tricks to beauty.
GOD u lost lots of weight! u look amazing! ur before and after pic was a huge insperation and a wakeup call for me to realize i better do something about my weight now before it is too late!
You go girl and keep it up!
All the best!
You look amazing! Congratulations on your weight loss. Your advice is definitely spot on, it’s the small steps and making changes to your lifestyle that will lead you to long term weight loss. I am trying to lose weight as well (aren’t we all? lol) I wish you continued sucess in your journey!
Hi Marlena
That ad for :”the diet solution program,” was that added by you bc you utilized that in your weight loss program/lifestyle change? Or was it added without your knowledge ? I would love to know if its worth listening to!
Thanks, you are such an inspiration! & you look FABULOUS!
Kay
Hey marlene,
This video helped out alot espeacially because ive tried all those diets out there and nothin has workd for me. Uhm i was wondering did you purchase the diet solution? and if you did can you please tell me how tht worked out? so tht i purchase it<3 I would greatly appreciate it
I think you are amazing for sharing your weight lose journey with us. I love and admire that you actually take the time to respond to your fans. You are a beautiful woman and I wish you the best of luck on the rest of your journey. I will start drinking water asap.
Marlena
I’ve followed you on youtube for about a year and I’ve watched your progress and done some of your amazing tutorials. I too am struggling with my weight and you have been one of my inspirations to get this weight off. I have to lose about 50-60lbs. I suffer from high BP and I need to get this weight off for health reasons, too.
You look AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMMMMMMMAAAAAAAAAAZZZZZZZZZIIIIIIIINNNNNNNNNNG!
I hadn’t seen your photograph until now. You always have been so pretty but I bet you feel like a new woman!?
Thank you for sharing your story and your life with us
Lots and lots of love from Wales
Lorns x
You look so amazing – this really, truly gives me hope. If you can do it, I know I can do it. I can’t tell you how much better I feel seeing your before and after pictures. Congratulations and nice work, Marlena! Wow…
on a side not, I seriously hope your ex-husband knows what he’s missing. The deets and dynamics of that are your business, but in any case, he lost out big time.
OMG Marlena you look fantastic!! Thanks for sharing your tips and diet plan!! Way to go girl!
Hi Marlena! Do you have a workout routine? I’m having trouble finding something to stick to….thanks
). Love your makeup tips and tutorials!
Hi Marlena,
Can you please give me some more information about your restrictive dietthat got rid of the candida yeast overgrowth. For the past 3 1/2 months I have has an yeast infection under my left underarm. It has varied in severity through the 3 1/2 months but has always been present. I have been to the doctor about every 7 to 10 days and spent a fortune on various lotions and pills. The meds help, but it never goes away 100%. After I am done the medication it will start up again. I even visited a Skin Specialist who just gave me some more cream. I have been drinking lots of water and avoiding sugars and eating natural yogurts. Any other suggestions? I want to get rid of this ASAP! Thanks!!!
I know for sure it’s a yeast infection because my doctor tested my arm for it’s PH balance. Also, the last time I had a really bad flare up my skin cracked and my infection spread down my back and down my arm.
P.S. Congrats on the weight lost! You look fab!
Hi Kelly…has the doctor tried giving you a different medication like terbinafine or prolonging the duration of your treatment?
Agh! Seeing this is such a motivation! I’ve been losing weight myself, I’m down 15 pounds and still losing! I still a very long way to go (my goal is to lose 130 pounds) but I’m excited. And you were definitely right about one thing, patience and taking your time is so key. You don’t want to get those cravings! Thank you for making this video. I learned about rice bread and snap peas! Can’t wait to try.
I think you’re absolutely stunning. As a guy, I’d be so entirely happy with you. You seem like a very real, straight-up girl and confident with who you are.
Thank you so much for outlining what you ate to lose weight. You are very beautiful. I gained a great deal of weight over the past four years and find you an inspiration, whether it be weight loss or makeup looks.
I want to say congratulation and keep going you look fab. Love you videos. X
Wow u look great!!! September of last year I started going to the doctor to try to lose weight Iv lost around 40 pounds and that was with help from a meditaction he was giving me well those only work for a few months and then u get use to them so they dont work like they first did. Iv only gained about 3 to 5 pounds back i kinda jump up and down so iv been lookin in to other things to try to get back in to the swing of things and what u said about a lifestyle change has me thinking i have always looked at it as a diet and could not wait to get off so I could eat what i wanted so starting right now im going to try it your way hopefully i have the same power u do and somewhat of the same results
wow! u have a sexy figure, curvy in the right places! keep it up! x
Hello Marlena I love your make up tutorial it has teach me alot. I want to ask a question. When you are doing make up to your custumers do you use your personal brushes or you use difrent one.
Well done 4 losin so much weight…a think u luk absolutely stunnin in ur b4 pic 2!! Lov al ur tutorialz n the best thing bout u iz tha ur sooooo nice n down 2 earth!! Oh n a gotta say a lov the way u laff in ur vidz…xxx
This could not have come at a better time for me. I just saw my Doctor last week and I need to loose 36lbs…she is giving me a year to do it. I’ve been having a lot of health issues so its not just about looking good but FEELING healthier. She (Dr.) got to me when she said “why kind of example are we setting for our kids?” sooo true.
You look amazing! Sending you a warm hug!
Congratulations. I have been seeing a doctor for the last two years in order to loose weight. The first year I lost about 40 pounds (from 260 pounds to 220), but since then I’ve been oscillating around 220 pounds (+/- 8 pounds). I’m so sad, because I need to loose another 84 pounds to achieve my goal (I’m 5′ 5.5”). I feel I’m stucked u_U . I strated being size 18-20 and I achieved a 14-16… now I’m 16… and I’ m too big for my size 14 pants u_U.
Congratulations!!!! I wish I were as successful as you are!!!!
Greeting from Mexico.
You look great, Marlena!!!! Every time I watch your videos I’m so pleased to see how much of a sweetheart you are
<3
Hi Marlena
I’ve been following your website for a while now and love that you are enjoying what you’re doing so much and at the same time helping us with our little beauty hurdles. You’re doing a great job and I know I don’t know you personally but I’m SO proud of you!
One more thing, you look STUNNING! Lots of love xoxo
YOU LOOK GREAT!!! I love your videos, your personality is so amazing….
You are such an inspiration to us all and all of us are sooo proud of you! It takes dedication and motivation girl you go!!! You look great, now I wish I could find time with watching kidos to get motivated!!! Keep up the good work! Proud of ya!
Marlena, I think it is amazing how my name is Marlena 2, but anyways I am having the same problem that I believe you had with your weight. I saw you makeup video on youtube because I am like a make up geek to. But I think I need more help. I would like to get to speak with you so if you want you can email me. seybold.marlena@yahoo.com Thanks
You look great! i just got told by my doctor that i need to lose 30 pounds…ive been trying to figure out a good plan to do…this seems doable..thank you!
I just found this site by googleing “weight loss success stories”. I think you are awesome for sharing all your tips on how you lost weight. Your personality shines through and I wish you had your own talk show!!! I’m going to share your sight with my one million FaceBook friends!!!!
Hey Marlena, thanks for this it help. You look really good. Anyways, I’m 25 and have been struggling with losing weight since I was like 14 but was never motivated. But now I am going to try by going to the gym a couple of times a week and also to try my hardest to eat healthier, which is hard. Anyways, again, thanks for this. Your videos are truly inspiring.
-Sheena
HI Marlena, I’ve always watched your make up videos! Just last week I saw your weight loss tips.
So yesterday I was able to go out and buy the “good” kind of food. I’ve already done the water for the first two weeks and I have to say that it was a major challenge for me. I’m a big diet coke drinker..so adding water was just not fun..but I did it. I asked my boys to remind me and THEY DO! Do they ever! LOL! Just wanted to congratulate you!
One thing that I did want to let all of you lovely ladies think about. It’s doesn’t necessarily need to be about that number on the scale. Remember, muscle does weigh more than fat. I’m right at 5’0. and I turned 35 back in February. At 140 pounds, I am in the best shape of my life. I started working out on my birthday, and was 130. But now, I can run two and half miles in under 20 minutes, my waist is smaller, and I’m healthier. Yes, by all means, have a goal weight in mind, that is if you are truly heavier than what is healthy for you. However, please don’t let it be all about getting to that number. Pay attention to how your body looks, AND feels.
Fabulous job Marlena, I’m so proud of you!! Keep it up!!!
You look great!! No matter what your size your face is so beautiful…But I am doing this journey as well…we all want to feel better about ourselves and live healthier! You are off to a great start
Please Please keep these tuts going. It is really inspirational seeing others progressing with their weight loss journeys.
good job u look great!!
Dear Marlena, I am so thrilled for you….you look fantastic! I was surprised at first to see your picture b/c you look so skinny
You looked beautiful before & even lovelier now. You have inspired me to stick back on my diet of making healthy choices again. As always, love your makeup tips. I had seen in Sephora a young woman like yourself who turned her internet makeup lessons into a line with how-to’s & the coordinating makeup. I hope to see the same for you in either Sephora or Ulta. Thank you & Best Wishes from Florida!
You look so good!
Good for you.
Hi Marlena,
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I am very curiouse why u didnt approve my comment I was very nice, and had no intensions of advertising my self, I simply wanted to share with you since we both belong in a blogging family, I thought you’de care, I had no wrong or bad intensions, I really like your channel and I look at almost every video you post, you are very inspiring
-Elina
Congrats on finding a strategy that works for you and for losing all that weight!
I gained around 40 lbs a few years back and what worked for me was a program along the lines of Weight Watchers. Not cutting anything out but adjusting portion size. For me, completely cutting out carbs or a specific food group has never worked. Everyone has different needs and starting points and so everyone will need to figure out what works for them.
Anyway Marlena you look great, so curvy and sexy. Keep up the good work!
WOOOOOOOOOW you look amazing!! i went to lose weight just like that how long did this take you? i get told i dont need to but i still feel asif i do i can see it for myself i tryed everything and i cant do anything
…. atleast now i have got some ideas from you so i can start eating healthy thaaaaank you ever soo much… your really really amazing at putting your make up on to i loooooooooooove it sooooooooo much.. where you from america? shame i live in the UK but still your looking really good hun.. i love it!!! i want to sdhape up for the summer hehehe!! 
… xxx amy!!
Hey, you look so pretty. I am currently WAY overweight and i keep on saying that i am going on a diet by your right i should make my healthy eating habits a lifestyle change. thanks so much and you look so beautiful. I love watching your videos.
Hey marlena!! Wow much credit to you 4 loosing all that weight!! Its amazing i know what its like to be overweight im 16 almost 17 and weigh 183 lbs its really dificult 2 weigh that much i was wondering what do u advise to me for loosing 30 lbs any suggestions? Im in a hurry b cuz am really young and i want 2 flaunt wt i have… Lol so e mail me when u get a chance!
CONGRATS! Keep doing what ur doing!!
XoXo,Elizabeth sending kisses from Miami,Fl!!!
“The Sexiest Place on The Planet,South Florida”. ;D
Hi Marlena,
And I’m feeling so much better for it already.
WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*WOW*
You look absolutely stunning and your fantastic attitude to everything that’s gone on in your life has inspired me to get healthy … YESTERDAY!
Am taking small steps … I can do small steps
Just wanted to say a massive thank you from Australia – you’re helping so many women feel great about themselves! Ohhh and I lurve your make-up tutorials! Hubby not so happy LOL cos i’m constantly updating my makeup heh heh!!
i watched your tutorial thanks for sharing your tips im really looking forward to trying this as it’s a healthy way to lose weight which is great
thanks a heap
lost 13lbs so far thanks for the tips!!!!
Hey, Marlena
I just discovered your website yesterday and I have to say ur amazing!!! I a totally stoked on getting into losing my weight too…..thanks for all your tips and ur amazing store.,..I have some serious
shopping to do!
Thanks again….and nice to meet you!!!
Onestar
Hi Marlena!
You look really pretty and i love your weight loss plan its just that it seems so difficult for me to stick to it. I am a mother of ayear old and i have gained weight during pregnancy. I am desperate to shed off 25 pounds. It seems so difficlut as i sit and ont he computer most of the time.
Also, I am a photographer and i want to start my own studio. I know how to do make up i just need patience…kindly explain how to go about it because a lot of make up is expensive and initially if i should invest on something…what it should be.
Thanks and waiting for your reply.
AmDee
ok still totally wayyyy inspired here and thinking. is there any literature that you have on the plan you are doing ? I believe knowledge is power and I am totally into this. did you research anything imparticular or get info from your doctor ? this is truly the best thing I have heard since the 3 weeks that I shattered my ankle ! {{{{ claps wildly for Marlena and her hard work }}}}
Thank you Marlena. : ) This really helped, especialy because I don’t know where to start. Personally I wanted to cut off the sweets first, I don’t know if I’m doing the right thing but I really want it to work out. If you have a Facebook account, I really look forward for your friend request. Take care. <3
You look AMAZING!!! Congratulations on your weight loss! I have but one question for you. I’ve noticed how much more confident you seem in your videos, and I was wondering how? I know this may be hard to understand for some people, but I can’t seem to be happy with how I look, nor am I any way confident
I’ve lost 125lbs. I was once 250lbs and now half my size (125), I thought that would give me a confidence boost, but I still see myself as a “big” girl. I was even “discovered” in Toronto and was brought in by a firm to become a model (I didn’t do it as I don’t have time…4 kids..lol) but again, I can’t seem to be happy with how I look. Any tips? Do you stare in the mirror and tell yourself you’re gorgeous, do you do anything do boost your confidence levels? All I want is to be happy with how I look (I mean, I’m half the person I used to be..lol) and feel sexy, like my hubby tells me I look 
@Andree
how you lost 125 lbs. i have to lose 30 lbs and i seem to fail and its so depressing… I have 1 daughter and i am mostly at home…what should i do? You sound so much like me…. dunno what to do?
@Amdee
I’ve lost weight with healthy eating and portion control. You’d be surprised at what a REAL individual portion is. It’s hard work, and you might get frustrated at times, but set a goal (a realistic one,something like losing 5lbsin 1 month) and it’s easier to stick to it. Once reached, set another goal. Good luck!
You are such an inspirational lady! I have watched your make up tutorials for a little over a year now, and you are just precious. You look phenomenal!
Hey Marlena,
You are a beautiful person inside and outsideand I think you are so good at what you do. Congratulations on your weight loss goals. Keep up the great work!
You look awesome!……and Thanks a lot..I’m a person that fights a lot with weight and this is the best answer i have….Thank you so much and i Hope You loose more till you think you have just what you need =D……….
God Bless =]
Hey Marlena, I can’t wait to try your cool tricks, I got a zumba vid just have to get into the habit of actually doing it now. I always love your make-up video’s and always learned something new with each one. You are so cool, I have always had my “up” and “down” moments with my weight, mostly up (in pounds) lol. I just quit smoking 3 days ago and I have been a raging bitch, but I think I’m starting to calm down a bit. those snacks sound great! take care and all the best!!!
I am new to your channel but I am really enjoying watching you. Your reviews are so helpful.
Congrats on all the weight you lost I saw old videos and it took me a minute to realize you were the same person!!! You look so great!
Hi I was reading that you had a problem candida overgrowth; I do too. I started taking 1200 mg of Vitamin D and within 2 weeks most of the overgrowth went away. Now that you are in California you be able to get more sun year-round and that’ll help with the production of vit. D. :O)
Hope this helps you too.
P.S. you look awesome and inspire me to lose the extra weight I have!!!
Hey girl. I don’t know if someone already pointed this out but you are almost on the same diet as South Beach. You should check out one of their cookbooks, the summer one is fantastic, it might give you some fresh ideas. My husband and I are just starting out on the South Beach and it is all about replacing refined starches and carbs with whole grains and eliminating excess sugar from your diet.
I am a chocolate lover myself so a recipes I saw and loved was you take 1 sugar free pudding cup and mix it with a half cup of non-fat whipped topping. Ta-da! Chocolate mousse.
Anyway, congrats on your success and thanks for the makeup tutorials! I’ve been watching for over a year now and my makeup skills have improved incredibly so.
i started 4 days ago on this new lifestyle change i dont want to call a diet! lol but im drinking water and eating fruits for breakfast and salads for lunch and IM LOVING IT! i feel less bloated and so much better. i really want to drop 20 pounds by summer but one step at a time. MARLENA THANK YOU SO MUCH. EVERYTIME I FEEL LIKE GIVING UP I SURELY WILL WATCH THIS VIDEO. YOU ARE MY IDOL <3 PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE ..PLEASE CONTINUTE POSTING VIDS ON YOUR WEIGHT LOSS N HEALTH VIDS! <3 YOU ARE MY INPIRATION! MUCH LOVE FROM CALiFORNiA <33
PLEASE DO A VIDEO ON YOUR WORK OUT ROUTINE !! <3 THNX! ILY! <3
Hi Marlena!
I’m french and I love to see all your videos even if I do not understand all that you say but it’s better day after day
I’m really proud of your loosing weight, I particulary know that it’s so hard because I lost a lot of weight too and it’s like a new birth (I do not know if I can say that lol).
You are so beautiful, so nice and sweetheart, you deserve to have good things in your life !!!
Let’s continue to make us dream with your so good videos and have a lot of happiness!
Love and stuff
Fanny from France
Marlene, this is terrific. I lost 65 pounds 14 years ago and kept it off with good nutrition and exercise. I did pretty much what you are doing. It is the healthiest way to lose weight and more importantly keep it off. What is your favorite way to exercise? Vera
MARLENA, I LOVE YOUR SITE AND TIPS! I FEEL LIKE WE ARE FRIENDS!! OR AS WENDY WILLIAMS WOULD SAY, ” YOUR A FRIEND IN MY HEAD!” I JUST RECEIVED MY PALETTE IN THE MAIL, SO I AM EXCITED TO EXPERIMENT WITH THAT! AND I AM ALSO TAKING YOUR WEIGHT LOSS TIPS AND RUNNING WITH THEM!! THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR HELP! LOVE YA CHICK! AND KEEP UP THE GORGE (GORGEOUS) WORK! MUAH!
i think u r doin great and trhanxz for the help bye…
i know how u felt… i had lost almost 40 pounds.. now im a size 4 and love it!!1
you look great!!!!!
xoxo
Wow. You look great! Bravo!
I love watching your video. You have such a warm, friendly personality that I really like about you.
Normally I don’t leave comments in any sort of blogs. But I do this time.
Hi Marlena.
I am so happy for your weight loss..I think its very inspirational for someone to do it naturally. I have gained about 40 pounds in the past two years and it seems like I am getting very miserable about the way i look. I work a lot and go to school full time and so it is harder and harder for me to eat healthy and sometimes I get really unhappy about the way I look. I hope I can lose the weight soon.
Sylvia Jimenez
Congrats on your weight loss!!! I’m very excited to start this life style change. I was on a diet very close to this and it helped me, so hopefully this time i can keep on it.
Hi Marlena! Congratulations in your weight loss! You are an inspiration to all of us!
I was wondering the amount of protein you eat at each meal, and the amount for the nuts and veggies?
Thanks for the tutorials! I love them!
Take care,
Brenda
YOU LOOK AMAZING! GOOD JOB, I WISH I HAD THE SELF DISCIPLINE TO KEEP A GOOD DIET. I AM VERY HAPPY FOR YOUR. YOU LOOKED BEAUTIFUL BEFORE AND NOW YOUR SHINING EVEN MORE : )
dear marlena,
so i have never left a comment before but i follow your web page and videos. i think that you are a wonderful makeup artist and i enjoy all your videos. i just wanted to congratulate you on your weight loss. good for you.you look great!!!!i have also lost a a great deal of weight in the last year and i feel amazing. keep up the great work!!!! sincerly desiree