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I don't run but I do quite a bit of cardio...I chew gum to regulate my breathing.

I wear a 36DD and I use either Champion or the Victorias Secret (the one with the underwire in the sports section NOT the push up cleavage one---seriously WTF?? who wants propped boobs during exercise??) I used to teach fitness classes and do the 2 bra thing too. Test it---jump and shake in the dressing room.

avocado string cheese apples almonds 100 calorie kettle corn Sorry...more than 3 but those are my "go to" items

I didn't read all of the responses so I am sorry if this is a repeat. I hit puberty around that age (got my period in 5th grade) so that could be part of it. Also, since then I have "battled" my weight. The change in interests and activities may very likely have to do with hormones. The food ,however, we can control. My…

I have a friend that sells them and uses them BUT he uses them as additional calories because he is a triathlete. I prefer real food

I like to work out in the gym because i keep going in case I see someone I know. BUT...I will NOT jog because I can't get the idea of my butt flopping up and down out of my mental vision. I only go on the track if it is about 5 am and there is no one really out there

I always buy 1 lb bags (there are 4 in our family) so I know we are all getting 4 oz if I divide it evenly. That way it doesn't matter what size I buy :)

I walk on incline. Hamstrings and glutes are tight

I iron my clothes, pack my lunch and gym bag and take a shower at night. My alarm goes off at 5, I snooze once and then get moving. I usually get to the gym between 5:30 and 5:40 and workout until 6:30. I started by just getting there...even if I just walked the track or didn't get there quite as early. Once you make it a…

do you have high blood pressure? My resting is 46 ( I am overweight though) but my hubby and I can be on ellipticals going the same rate with same resistance and his will go up to the 180's and mine is at 135-145. I have a low HR and low BP. He has high BP but is a normal weight...don't know, that's all I got :)

I think mindset has a lot to do with it. Once you accept that your habits and lifestyle are what molds you, the easier it is. I used to get very discouraged if I didn't see scale results after a few days. Once I accepted that the damage wasn't done in 2 weeks and therefore wouldn't be un-done that soon either, the easier…

Personally, I like incline but I would work on the speed first (heart rate up) and add the incline once you have that mastered. I walk at 3.9mph at 10% incline (I am 5 foot 1) and I end up a slimy sweat mess. I can walk for an hour but I cannot run for an hour. Good Luck!

both ...lol I get Crystal Farms light string cheese. It is 50 calories and I can eat it on the way to work or at my desk. Light string cheese is usually 50-75 calories, has some protein and is yummy. (I DO live in WI) and are generally 1 oz.

string cheese cocoa almonds 100 calorie kettle corn fruit

I listen to more dance/hip hop because I do mostly cardio. Pitbull (anything) LMFAO Afrojacks Black Eyes Peas I also have some old mixes from DJs in Chicago that get me going. I usually look to see if there is a remix or bass version of the pop songs I like

I usually have 100 calorie kettle corn, cocoa dusted almonds OR (I love ice cream) mini mint ice crem sandwiches (maybe 120 cal) or the ____ churned (forget the name) Edy's ice cream is 90 calories or so for a half cup. I also put it in a small coffee cup so I don't focus on how little a half cup really is.:wink:

greek yogurt and cottage cheese work well...vanilla greek yogurt and raspberries has your protein, fiber and fruit (or blueberries)

I hardly ever go over my carbs (I track them but it isn't my downfall), almost always go over on protein and sodium and I also track my sugar. I have been really bad lately so, like most people, am back in the saddle for the new year. I had lost 30, and have gained 12 -13 back. (bleh) I eat extra salt due to a low BP so I…

I don't log anything that is part of my daily routine such as cleaning, grocery shopping etc. I sit down all day but I have seen people log every time they lift a finger and I think that would impede results. I do, however, log if I am walking all day at an amusement park or something, but just about half or a third of the…

I haven't read the rest of these but we throw frozen chicken in the crock pot with Rotel tomatoes all day...eat on tortillas after shredding OR throw frozen chicken in crockpot, add bbq sauce at the end for pulled chicken sandwiches.

I always go without but I wear a cotton knit yoga type pant that absorbs moisture. I can see where that could get a little awkward with running shorts on.

I have 3...1 when I was 18 and in the Navy, Tweety bird with a sailor cap on. (I was 18--suits the time and place), a huge tribal across my stomach ( after 2 kids, not too fond of that one) at about 21, and at 31 I got a tribal style butterfly with a green/blue/purple background across the top of my back, just under the…

Sometimes I do 1 whole egg to 3 whites with salsa...if you are hard boiling them, pop the yolks and keep them for things like potato salad or tossed salads when you are OK with using it there. I am ok with the fat from an egg or 2 if that is my protein in an all veggie salad but for whatever reason a breakfast with too…

I usually shoot for half of my exercise calories just to leave a little room for error...are the numbers accurate for both exercise and food?? it gives me wiggle room

make sure you are getting enough water too. It will help

WOW...you are literally in the saddle. I have a purely figurative one. I would like to lose about 15 and then work on running. I was in the Navy when I was 18 and trained in a commissioning program with Marines. I don't think I have ever enjoyed running but I want to. My hubby has run 2 1/2 Marathons and wants to run…

Add me if you would like :) I am on almost every day !

I like the hip hop type music so I try to download 2-3 songs every 2 weeks or so to keep it fresh. If you use ITunes (or similar) look up a song title and sample some of the remixes of the songs you like...they usually have cardio versions or heavier bass etc. I have been listening to LMFAO, Pitbull, Black eyed Peas and…

Welcome! Feel free to add me...I use my phone app and desktop so between the 2 I am on usually everyday. (Sundays keep screwing up my log in tally though :)

I am 5 foot 1 and my healthy range is 107 to 132. I think the last time I saw that was approx. 15 yrs ago :)