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I count calories and even I get annoyed when people point to everything they see and yell "400 calories! 500 calories!" because at that point, it becomes a game, a showing off. I think everyone can stick to their calories or their diet and count calories without having to call attention to the calories you eat FROM…

Thanks for the responses! Yes, I've been lagging on the strength training part for sure (and my arms can attest to that...blergh!) One last question though - what qualifies as strength training? Power Yoga? 30 Day Shred? Is there an alternative to strength training with machines?

Speaking of diet shows, there's also a British show called "Supersize vs. Superskinny" (a bunch of episodes are on YouTube like this one: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjnxoyvzCKI). It's really an interesting series because you see both extremes...makes you really realize that it's not about the size, it's about being…

Skinny me will go to Rio de Janeiro, put on a tiny bikini and check out all the hotties on Ipanema beach. Bonus points if said hotties check me out as well!

Ahh! I'm sad about England too! But it's okay Argentina will DESTROY the Germans. They better!

I do the same thing. Typically I know which exercise I will do on each day but sometimes I change it up if I'm too tired. If you feel hungry after your exercise (which I do sometimes when I'm way under), I'd say eat something healthy - like carrots or a peach or some fruit. That way you're eating your calories but not…

I think it all depends on the group of people that perceives overweight people. I've never been obese but I've also never been skinny - kinda hovers above the "healthy weight" and overweight. I've felt ignored in parties and have also been hit on the dance floor/at a bar. Although I'm not the life of the party, I can say I…

Thanks for all the replies! This is really helpful (and motivating)!