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  • Right, it is always so funny when someone says you can't eat X Y or Z (especially hilarious when one of those is fresh produce, like a banana haha). You can eat anything, but some foods are more nutritious than others. You can lose weight by eating your calorie allotment of junk food every day, but you don't feel good or…
    in I just feel the need to say this... Comment by rubystar07 October 2011
  • I find that my habits correlate to stress, not necessarily to where I am. Usually I do better at work because I always pack a lunch. At home, there is so much available. Some days when I am stressed, though, I will be tempted to go out to lunch or have candy at work.
    in At work or at home? Comment by rubystar07 October 2011
  • hahahahaha!!!
    in Stove Ownership Comment by rubystar07 October 2011
  • sometimes I have weeks like that too. If the trend continues for another week, you're probably eating too little on most days.
    in Frustrated!....need advice & support Comment by rubystar07 October 2011
  • Thanks to all for your support! I do need to forgive myself and move on and make tomorrow better. Rigid never worked for me. But with that December goal creeping up.... :O I think posting this story publically was a really important step for me. I think it was important to admit it, count it, and not feel ashamed about it.…
    in candy binge Comment by rubystar07 October 2011
  • I would suggest alternating muscle groups. I workout everyday, too, and feel just crappy crappy when I don't...so I have learned to vary. Especially if you are into weight lifting, you could simply do treadmill one day and upper body/abs the next, and rotate all your favorites.
    in help me with my rest day Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • I am pretty satisfied with Anytime fitness. I think when you consider the price and if it is convenient to you, go for it. I know they offer 7 day free passes on the website (for one location only) that you can try it for 7 days and see if it would work for you. This is what I did, and we ended up staying. Here are my…
    in Anytime Fitness Reviews? Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • Enjoy every moment with him. My girl was the same color. She liked apples too.
    in Ridiculously Cute Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • possible ideas (I hear you...I live in probably the only state in the US that has a tradition of a fish fry every friday): -agree to go every other week or once a month instead of every Friday -order broiled fish instead of fried -split an order of instead of each getting your own (or agree to share the chips if you both…
    in Help! I really want fish and chips! Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • That's great! What an amazing feeling that must be! I keep a pair of my biggest pants from years ago just as a reminder. Would you be willing to share some of your awesome success tips?!
    in Hot Damn! I Fit In Large Shirts Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • Sometimes those days just happen! You feel so hungry and find it incredibly hard to control yourself. I get those sometimes too (less when I am logging, though). I suggest a big glass (or two) of water, several times today. Sometimes people are really just thirsty when they are "head hungry".
    in Help!! I cant stop eating! Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • Sorry to hear this. I have been a vegetarian for 10 years, so I always have to ask that question whether or not I am dieting. And then to top it off, I get sassy back talk like "oh, you're one of THOSE people". I get the same response with watching calories, too. Don't take it personally...she is obviously having a problem…
    in Annoyed... Seriously Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • It is tough to find the time when you have a full time job (plus another full time job in children). I find it helpful to repeat the mantra "I have all the time I need" when I am feeling stressed about fitting things in. Do you get a break at work? I use most my lunch break to go for a brisk walk. If you have your own…
    in Working Mom Exercise Help Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • You can do it! I think you need to be gentler on yourself. A couple of things in addition to the other suggestions: -I don't think you are eating enough. -When I reduced calories, I was tired all the time too. I ended up quitting for a while. It did help to increase my intake as far as energy goes (but I did gain about…
    in I've lost my mojo and am near quitting! Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • The only reason you should avoid lifting is if you are in pain or have strained a muscle (or are taking a day for rest, of course). So maybe ab workouts would be uncomfortable, but upper body should be fine. Some Native American cultures believed that menstration was a time of great strength for women...I like to take this…
    in MENSTRUATION AND STRENGTH TRAINING Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
  • is this at all helpful? http://www.livestrong.com/thedailyplate/nutrition-calories/food/bravo21-cucina-italiana/ I have been in that same spot! I would suggest skipping the bread they bring you (or letting yourself indulge in one piece) and ordering a house salad with dressing on the side (good fiber to fill you up). Then…
    in Bravo! Cucina Italiana Comment by rubystar07 September 2011
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