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  • So I joined just before Christmas and was making chocolate truffles and other treats to give away as presents. I was using the good Gheridelli chocolate. I saw what the serving size was and the calories, etc. I was floored by how many calories were in a piece when I was done making it. I was expecting 50-75 calories, but I…
  • Since I just got back from my run, I listen to music when I'm by myself. It's at a level which still lets me hear what's going on around me since I run on rural roads without sidewalks. I want to know when those cars are coming or there is a dog or something else around. I run during the day because there are no street…
  • I need work out motivation, so if there's room, I'll join you :)
  • I just started jogging too. I have a smart phone (iPhone in my case) and choose the 5k runner app. There are several to choose from if you search for running. Find one you find interesting and go for it. I've never run before, but so far I'm enjoying it.
  • If you plan on growing it and don't have a lot of space, you can use a trellis. I've been growing squashes and pumpkins on trellis' with quite a bit of success for the past few years. You'll have to wind the vines through the trellis by hand, but it's fairly easy and though you need to be careful not to break the stalks,…
  • Good for you in resisting temptation. When you are allowing yourself to eat cheese and bread again, look for thin crust and healthier alternatives. Some of the chain pizzerias give nutritional info so you can make healthier choices. Just make sure your boyfriend and others who you will be eating with know what your current…
  • I try to log everything, even the fudge and truffles I made for Christmas presents and tried little pieces of. I was absolutely shocked at the actually calorie count once I put the recipes into MFP. It's really good motivation for having only one :) I try to be as honest as possible since this is a tool for me to use while…
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