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I love BodyRock!!!

Lookin' good! Way to go!!!

I use http://www.online-stopwatch.com/interval-timer/ for my interval timer and weights for the sandbag. I had a pull-up bar already, but we have recently invested in the dip station--we're about to move out of our apartment and lose our free gym, so we wanted to have some basics at home. I also got a jump rope (which I'm…

I love it!! You can modify the exercises to your own level. The positive, supportive attitude of the bloggers and the daily updates and new challenges are really motivating. It's my favorite form of exercise now!! I hope you enjoy it!

I feel ya! We had almost 2 feet in NW Arkansas today!! I'm gonna try to stay with it though... and not eat everything in the house while I'm stuck here for the next few days... :D

Search for bodyrock.tv on youtube or check out their website at www.bodyrock.tv --free workouts, updated daily. They're intense, but you can modify them to your needs and there's a different workout each day.

Way to go -- what an exciting accomplishment!! :)

I use it like a dip for Melba Toast crackers... or with honey/fruit

I'll have to try some of those! I don't do as much during the school year, but this summer, I started making my own pita bread, spaghetti sauce and granola bars. I wanted to try making yogurt and some different cracker recipes next. Not sure how Mediterranean all that is, but it's ridiculous how many things I used to buy…

That's the truth!!!!! We're back to school tomorrow after two weeks off. I finally feel rested, but I know that won't last long...

I have the same problem! The breaks are great for me healthwise, but it's so much harder during school! I agree that preparing food in advance is a big help--when I can, I use Saturdays to clean, chop and prepare food/veggies for the week. Planning ahead by having healthy snacks and a water bottle in my desk has also…

Check out http://www.bodyrock.tv . It has some great at home workouts using bodyweight resistance and simple home equipment.

I agree--I started with the same speeds and had never been a runner before. Sometimes if I felt really spent towards the end intervals, I would walk at a 3.0... If you're a first time runner, your goal now is to build endurance, so go with what is comfortable for you and you can always challenge yourself by increasing the…

I know how you feel! The only thing I have found that really helps is taking a really hot shower before bed. Then I throw on my warmest PJs and some toasty socks and hop in bed. Usually that keeps me warm enough to fall asleep at least! Good luck! :)

I've definitely had that problem. I find myself getting light-headed on the cardio equipment at times. When it's bad (like, beyond the "I feel icky and I don't wanna work out, whaaaa!!" feeling), I'll generally do what I can but be ready to give it a rest or call it quits for the day if necessary. It's very frustrating,…

I'll have to try that one--thanks!

http://www.examiner.com/weight-loss-in-national/mike-s-recipe-for-turkey-meatballs-from-last-night-s-biggest-loser

I barely lost any weight for over a month on MFP... but I took my measurements and saw a difference that inspired me to go on, and now I'm seeing more of the actual weight loss too. Stick with it!!!!!

That's a good point... I guess I'm thinking more about cooking ahead for the week, so I'd probably do a few dishes and refrigerate them to eat over the week. Thanks for all of the ideas, everyone!!!!

Our Japanese Steakhouse-type restaurants here all serve sushi, so I usually get a veggie sushi roll... maybe soup or edamame on the side or something... and that is usually light, delicious and filling to me!

Way to go!!!!!!!!!

Welcome and good luck! Feel free to add me if you'd like a friend for support. You can do it!!!

Welcome and good luck!!!

Bienvenuto! We've had two delightful trips to Italy-- what a beautiful place to live!!! Enjoy the site and good luck meeting your goals!

I'm in a similar situation, but I've taken my measurements and have seen results there. You might try tracking that for some encouragement as the scale can be a little fickle and it may take more time to drop a pant size depending on where you lose your weight from first. I haven't seen your diary, but if what you're doing…

I agree... I was sick this week, and found myself turning to food. I'm not sure what is specifically needed by your body for healing (as far as more calories goes, I guess it would depend on the illness), but I know that when my throat is sore like it was, a salad just does NOT sound as good as, say, ice cream. I also…

My husband recently started with me too, and it's great to have that support!! Welcome and good luck!!

I'm about to finish Week 3 of the program that the other posters mentioned (coolrunning.com), and it's been great! I was never ever EVER a runner, so I even doubled some of the weeks, just to make sure I was prepared for the next level. Not only has it helped me to be able to run (something I NEVER thought I'd do), but…

Welcome! Feel free to add me if you'd like a support buddy!! :)

Welcome and good luck! Feel free to add me as a friend. You can do it!