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People are a lot less harsh than you think, though I understand where youre coming from. I feel self conscious too if people are judging my form or something. Though there was a past thread on here, and it was interesting that most people agreed when they see people not in perfect shape working out they're just inspired…

I have recently become a huge fan of kale. One of my favorite ways to eat it, is to make kale chips. You just chop up some washed Kale into chip size pieces, toss in olive oil and salt, spread them across a baking sheet, and bake at 350 F for 15-20 minutes. Delicious. I also like swiss chard sauteed or boiled with the…

It depends what fits you best, I usually do 3 meals a day with a small snack because it helps to prevent overeating for me. However, if youre a natural grazer 6 small meals may be better for you. A small meal usually consists of 300 calories, so when you have 5-6 small meals a day of 300 calories each youll eat about…

I tend to just do a fast walk 5 minutes before starting my run, I have read that you are not supposed to do static stretching until after 20 minutes of activity. This will ensure your muscles are warm enough to have an effect on your flexibility and prevent injury to them. You can do active or dynamic stretching though…

Larabar is the best brand for a healthy and easy on the go breakfast. They only have dried fruit and nuts in them, no processed crap. That paired with a banana or apple, is a pretty healthy and clean breakfast. You can find them at most grocery stores.

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This^ and protein, fiber, and water will help immensely. Eat foods like beans, eggs, brown rice, edamame, cheese, etc.

I was diagnosed at 16 with PCOS and find it difficult to lose weight, but like others have said not impossible. The Zone Diet style of eating has worked really well for me. I eat about 1500-1600 calories a day, exercise at least 20 minutes a day 6 days a week, and eat a 40% carb, 30% fat, 30% protein ratio. You can…

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My libido is very high normally, but i do notice that it is zapped if I get depressed. A lot of times our appetite for sex is effected by how we feel about ourselves and stress. I would actually say that you may want to try yoga, make sure you get enough rest, and if you do feel depressed see if you may gain something by…

I love this idea!! Im going to start now even though I'm late to the party and finish 100 miles by April 15th.

-You pass on free cupcakes -You make up an excuse not to go to The Melting Pot for dinner -You have an AWFUL day and are left alone to your own devices and you still eat healthy and go to the gym.

This is a lifestyle change for sure. A diet is a short term fix, if you eat less for a little while then you'll lose weight. However, if you go back to the eating habits that you had to get to where you are in the first place, then you'll gain it all back once you're off the "diet". That is the biggest difference. I think…

I think someone who says "eat a cheeseburger" to a skinny person is as insensitive as a skinny friend who berates herself about her weight in front of a fat friend. Clearly they are also sharing their insecurities in a way that is not effective either by being passive aggressive in that instance. If you have an overweight…

I realize skinny girls have insecurities too and they're allowed to have them, but think about who you're complaining about being fat around. Its about being considerate because you imply that your friend is even worse off than you if you think you are fat whether or not you mean to. You put your larger friend in a weird…

I know exactly how you feel, and it really sucks to look at other girls who are really fit and compare yourself to them. I've found its not helpful, even to look to them for motivation as sometimes it can be more disheartening depending how far away from your goal you are. I just try to focus on small goals ahead of me,…

Hello, I was diagnosed at 16. I hear ya that is really tough to lose weight with it. However, instead of concentrating on only exercise to help with excess tummy I would look to your diet. Since PCOS is often associated with Insulin resistance, a lower carb and very low sugar diet would help flatten that out. Insulin…