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Wow! Thanks for the advice everyone! Lots to think about. I'm hoping that this may be water weight and so I'm going to make a point to drink more water and see how that helps, as well as weigh myself at a more consistent time. I'm also going to start measuring and see if I can spot any difference in about 2 weeks from now,…

Lol true, but I reallllly had no idea it was that far past the end of class (embarassing)! I had a feeling it was going a little long, but not THAT long.

Strawberry Shortcake :S

Si belle!! Congrats!

As long as you're still listening to your body and resting, I'd say that sounds like an AMAZING way to spend a day! My mood will usually be the first indicator that I'm over-exercising. And then if I'm craving tons of crap, I have to be like "Oh, I'm maybe being too anal/restrictive, i need to just chill" As other people…

Think of how tricky it is to pick up 22 guinea pigs!

Ha ha I hear you Chelsea :) It's ok to be lazy though, no?? Do you think you're facing some burn-out? Maybe you've been working out too hard, or restricting your food too much...? I used to work at a gym, and so many, many members hit a point where they would say, "I am FRUSTRATED. I am IRRITATED. I DRAG myself to the gym…

Bodyrock! Love it.

First of all, i want to say that I think a LOT of us have been there. You're not alone. Food can be really dangerous. It's everyone, it's accessible, and we learn through the media from a young age that it can solve our problems. At risk of sounding airy-fairy, what worked for me was a mantra. Or, a series of mantras. "I…

Well said, elipticallover! I find the "oopssss" moments can acutally be pretty helpful, because I tend to learn the most from them. "Crappppp i feel so guilty because i guilt-ate after eating something already crappy for me uhuhuhuhh :*( Maybe I shouldn't do taht because obviously it stresses me out too much." That took a…

Hi there!! If you're gutsy enough, you can try a hiking+strength training combos! Push ups and plank and burpees oh my! Even a brisk walk and an "urban fitness" type of workout can be really fun; some tricep dips off a bench, then lie down on your back and do some leg-lowers (for your abs!) off the end of the bench. That…

Woohoo!!! Thanks for the info Natalie! Good to know.

Hi there!! Because you're in the "last 10 lbs" category, diet is absolutely integral to your success. When you do exercise, do something with make sure to throw in some intervals... HITT, Tabata, or just adding sprints to your runs/bike rides/ellipticizing. I am only speaking from personal experience - the last time I was…

Thanks Pam! I am feeling pretty great about it today.

Thanks Absie! Such great advice. When i've been most successful, I've taken care and pride in what I consumed. I haven't ready anything of Pollen's yet but this is definitely the push I needed! I'm a vegetarian and long-distance runner.... right now, a pudgy long-distance runner who is stressed at school :P But this is…

Hi hi!!! I completely forgot the weigh-in this morning! My apologies. I may not be able to get near a scale until later tonight, which may mean i miss the team weigh-in. Ugh, so sorry, was very distracted this monday morning. The weather in Toronto is GLORIOUS. Unbelievably spring-like, cool breeze, no snow on walkways. I…

Best ever: Got my boyfriend on the running train! He geared up, threw on some running shoes, and we ran 5K together! He was sosososososo proud. Wants to institute "Wednesday evening runs" as a weekly thing. I even pushed him a bit at the end and he didn't complain once (although he was uncharacteristically quiet about 5…

Hi hi! I'm going to share a link with you for your consideration. Binge eating is something that a lot of people struggle with, but when it is uncontrollable, causes you pain, or has become a sort of defense mechanism, it is actually categorized as a clinical eating disorder:…

The answer is: It depends on your body! There's no formula, but 1200 cals is MFP's sort of estimation for a bulk of people. The fact is, given my muscle mass and fitness level, 1200 is lower than what i need to consume to keep up basic organ function. My resting metabolic rate is around 1400 -- that's the minimum I should…

Hi team!! Just a quick 'hello' before booting it to work. Yesterday I went snowboarding and had so sos os ososos much fun. Today, my body is feeling it. Legs sore, back, shoulders, (vague whiplash from a nasty fall...heh), even my FOREARMS are sore (?!?!). Hehehe. I love this kind of exercise best --- 4 hrs passes and you…

I'm going to take the 'kick your butt' option :wink: :tongue: I can TOTALLY relate to that frustration. Sometimes, we fall off for a while and then we just HAVE to be patient while our body gets back into attack mode. The fact is, you're one step closer. Plus, think of it this way: You've FINALLY reversed the direction of…

Hi Ms Starr!! Welcome and congrats on the life changes! The nice thing is that by jumping in and struggling through that initial 'changing habits' phase, you're going to start seeing results in no time. Even better: You're going to start FEELING better almost right away. Check out the different support groups that come up…

Thanks womaness! This is great. Just what I needed to hear this morning. Best to you and congrats so far! Eat woman, eat!!!!!!! hahaha :laugh: :wink:

wooooooo tttthumper! how good does that feel?! congrats congrats congrats! Soak it up - you've worked hard, and you are seeing really great (and motivating!) success. Debnu, I worked in the fitness industry for a while at a 'women's only' facility and absorbed a lot about this concept of 'periodization'. Generally a…

Sing it sister! What a timely post; just in time for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week (Feb 21-27) http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ The site has a lot of good resources in terms of positive body image and tool to help act as an ambassador for positive body images to your friends, families, and even strangers…

Team Blue! Congrats to everyone - loss or no loss, we're taking positive strides, learning, adjusting, moving forward. As for me, I planned out my next 4 wks of exercise to make it a priority. It's locked in the agenda! Am on my way to the gym now for 45 minutes of cardio speed intervals. The sun's not even out. This, my…

Morning strength work out behind me, later a little bit of yoga. Tomorrow i need need need a rest day - my hips are sore, my legs are too tired to do good work. I suffer from 'super woman' syndrome and as my PT constantly has to remind me, "The results are in the recovery". SO today i'm going to set myself up for a fun,…

emarcia -- your timing is perfect. I just had the best bowl of oatmeal and was hoping someone would want to talk about it (my roomies unfortunately were not enthusiastic subjects) I made a bowl of Rogers Porridge -- about 120 cals. I make is extra creamy by using 1/3 c dry porridge, and almost 5 times the amount of water.…

yum! so simple! I have a really great cookbook from Fresh here in Toronto (a vegetarian restaurant 'chain') and there's a whole chapter of healthy Espresso Shakes. One of my favs: "Almond Java Espresso Shake" - 1 dbl shot espresso or brewed coffee - 6 oz. vanilla soymilk - 1 tbsp almond butter - 1 banana, peeled - 1 tsp…

OH man oh man! What a great feeling :smile: :smile: CONGRATS on all the hard work and focus so far -- and now you're reaping the rewards: Self-confidence, pride, and happiness. Rock those jeans womaness!!!! *stares down my own 'skinny' jeans* Soon...! We're going to duke it out, skinny jeans.