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I'd go for a low calorie snack like raw veggies if you really can't wait (something a little more filling like broccoli or cauliflower?). Better to satisfy your hunger now with something healthy than binge later because you're still starving after dinner.

This was a really helpful thread to read! I've also wondered the benefits/balance of cardio and strength training.

Not normally my go-to music any other time, but I love some Lady Gaga and Katy Perry when I hit the treadmill.

I agree with the "cheat meal." My boyfriend and I go out to dinner every Saturday night. For me, this works well because I spend about 4 hours working with horses on Saturdays so I know I've done more physical activity than any other day of the week. But regardless, it's nice to enjoy a restaurant meal, maybe a couple…

Love olives! A holiday doesn't pass without a bowl of extra large black olives on the table with the appetizers, no matter which member of my family's house...even if we're all celebrating a holiday in different places. Black olive pizza is my favorite.

I use ground turkey (I don't eat beef) and the Old El Paso reduced sodium taco seasoning. If you want to make your own seasoning and possibly limit salt a little more you can mix cumin, chili powder, paprika and a splash of hot sauce (Tapatio has a good kick). Tortilla wraps are somewhere around 120 calories each, but…

I read it a few years ago and took in some of the info and ideas, but yeah...overall it was too extreme. I don't have the desire to become vegan, so it only went so far for me. Oddly, I still ordered the cook book "Skinny ***** in the Kitch," thinking there may be some recipes I'd use or even ones I could adapt. I've never…

Yup. Knees, hips and ankles. I took dance lesson for 13 years, so I assume that did me in haha. I still take lessons now, but when I do, I have to squat down between exercises so that my knees crack and stop feeling funky.

Levis has a decent assortment for different body styles. They can be pricey, but I suppose if you can find one awesome pair of jeans that fits just right, the price might be worth it. Recently at H&M I've seen skinny cords with zippered ankles - a style like this might help give you a little more room in that area of the…

I work an 8-hr day at an office but don't really get a lunch break. I have time to eat, but not a set 30 minutes or hour to leave the office or do whatever I want, which means I'm eating at my desk, usually while I continue to do a little work. My hours are 10-6, so I've usually had breakfast at home before coming to work;…

I think my area is my thighs. It's weird though - it's never really enough to notice when taking measurements, but they slim just enough that my pants are a little looser in that area. It also happens to be the tell-tale area of my body that says "hey...you're getting chubby."

I've been looking for independent health insurance recently, as is a friend who is a smoker. I am a non-smoker and know that the rates provided in the basic insurance premium quotes are for non-smokers. My friend, on the other hand, has had to jump through hoops and authorize release of various medical records partly due…

Just rest! Your body will let you know when it's able to get back into the swing of physical activity again. Until you're up and feeling better, remember to stay hydrated - lots of water and/or herbal tea. Feel better!

I think as far as just spending money for fun on something that wasn't a necessity or wasn't financed, I probably spent the most on my kayak, paddle and life jacket (around $250 for all of it). I did wait until there was a crazy sale, so I saved quite a bit.

Here is a recipe for cupcakes and frosting - both low calorie. http://www.sixsistersstuff.com/2012/08/skinny-funfetti-cupcakes-recipe.html You could also try mini cupcakes from the grocery store bakery.

If you have produce markets that sell bulk quantities (1-2 lbs of pre-bagged fruits/veggies for a couple dollars), that's a great place to start. Sometimes it's hard to get through the quantity before the produce starts to turn, but if you're splitting it with a roommate then you can probably go through it fast enough.…

Try a teaspoon of raw, creamed honey - that will add sweetness and a bit of creaminess. Have you looked into flavored coffees so you can just add cream (some of the flavored beans may add a bit of sweetness to the brew). I believe in using moderation of the good/real products rather than loading my body up with fake stuff…

Today I'll stay on track because I'll be really mad if one week of vacation eating and slacking erases the work I've done and results I've seen over the past few months. Time to get back to it!

I tend to give in - like some others have said, it gets worse if you try to ignore it. But I definitely don't eat the same amount I would have in the past, now that I'm paying more attention to calorie intake. So I'll eat a reasonable amount of calories of whatever the treat is, so I know that it fits into my calorie count…

Option 2. It's definitely classier and the material that makes the bow looks like it is the same/similar kind of material as the dress. Super high heels and a high platform shoe would look a little odd with a shorty, frilly dress.

I'm a zebra! Pretty accurate: Passionate | Dynamic | Determined | Untamable | Impatient

This is so strange to me. I studied marine and environmental science, so of course we learned all about diatoms. I'm pretty sure they are in toothpaste (or some) - possibly for the abrasive quality? But eating diatomaceous earth? I've primarily known it to be used as a natural insect repellent - or as a component of…

Mine is $40/month for a gym/community center membership - large lap pool, smaller "water park" pool with a connected kids' pool and a separate hot tub, two fitness rooms with free weights and machines, two dance studios, and a full basketball court gym. There are some sports fields and a track outside. All of the classes…

I have an American Staffordshire mix - with collie or shepherd. Some people react with "is she a pit?" but mostly I hear compliments about what a good nature she has and how happy/friendly she is. The dogs are all born the same - it's the owner's choice as to what sort of dog his or her pit is going to turn out to be. I…

Gardening, too! I guess when you're counting calories, every little bit helps, right? If we're counting every calorie in, it's fair enough to count every calorie burned. I cleaned the heck out of my car last weekend. I don't have an HRM, but it would have been interesting to see how many calories a couple hours of washing…

Try changing up the type of coffee you get - various sources/countries, flavors, etc. Some have their own natural sweetness (Sumatra is usually good for that). I add 1-2 tablespoons of half-and-half and no sugar. I used to use fat free half-and-half, but reading Michael Pollan's "Food Rules" changed that for me. I'd also…

The biggest divider for me is if a bill is free to pay online, it gets paid online. If a fee is charged, I write a check. Other somewhat regular expenses like groceries and gas are easier to pay with a card, too. However, I do like to take cash out prior to the weekends (maybe $40-60) because I find it helpful to have cash…

For interviews, I always lean toward the side of being more conservative just because of the weight a first impression can carry. You never know how someone meeting you for the first time will judge you, no matter what your qualifications are or how you/your qualifications compare to others. I have visible tattoos on my…

Admittedly not a precise method, for meat I usually eyeball the serving size. For example, I purchase boneless/skinless chicken breast strips. The serving size is 4 ounces. Depending on the total package weight, I'll use whatever fraction of the package would equal about 4 ounces. For other food items that give serving…

My knees are iffy from past sports - tend to have some pain or swelling - so the elliptical is my preference. Lots of settings for achieving the best workout, and I like that you can go backwards to work the back of your thighs (one of the worst spots for me). However, I used to enjoy a little trail running every once in…