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My problem is if I take a couple of days off from logging I get out of the habit. Which leads to me not logging on Monday, then Tuesday... you get the picture. So even if I'm going to have a "free for all" day (like tonight since it's New Year's Eve) I'll still start the day out logging my breakfast, snack, lunch, snack,…

I weigh once a week. Same day every week, first thing in the morning. Your weight can fluctuate each day so I figure if I'm weighing a little less (even 0.1 lb) every week then I'm actively losing weight.

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Best you can do for things like pineapple in mid-winter is Costco frozen. They have a good selection of high quality frozen fruits and veggies. But there is a good chance you'll just have to settle for what you can find. I mean, I'd love a big ol' slice of watermelon right now but that's probably NOT going to happen.…

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Hard to get back in after taking time off. It's frustrating how quickly you lose strength. I'm working my way back through the basics right now. Figured starting all over was the best way to build my strength back up. Also want to lower my body fat % in 2015. I'd like to get it under 20% and keep it there. It's currently…

I've shaved my arms since high school (so 15 years...). I just liked the look and feel. I didn't have super hairy arms but being an "arm" person I just decided to shave them one day (hey my husband's biceps are what caught my attention when we first met). The hair doesn't grow back thicker or more coarse. I don't have to…

Coffee actually effects how your body produces insulin and your sensitivity to insulin. Which can really be a bad thing since a lot of people put sugar in their coffee. Now I love coffee as much as the next person BUT I only have it as an indulgence once in a while. If you quit drinking coffee you are very likely to go…

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I'm not heavy lifting or anything so right now I have my protein set at 30%, fat 20% and carbs are at 50%. Once I can figure out how to stay within those settings I'll adjust them a little bit. But it's not like I'm trying to eliminate Carbs. Just trying to get a better balance. @verykatie: Thanks for the fishy tips. I may…

Dairy...yummy... I never thought of shrimp as a snack. But I guess you really could sautee up a couple with some lemon pretty quick. Eh, learn something new every day. @erinabby: I've though about only eating high protein foods for any of my exercise calories. Sounds like we are in the same boat right now trying to think…

Ugh, I was worried fish would be up there on the list. Love fishing, hate fish. Weird I know. About the only fish I like is fresh tilapia or halibut. Wish CostCo were closer, they have great fresh fish... Jerkey! Duh, why didn't I think of that. We only have 30lbs of venison jerky in the freezer. Hmmm...feeling a bit slow…

Chobani flips. Haven't found a flavor I don't like. I normally don't like greek yogurt but these things are like yogurt crack.

Glad to see this group still going. I'm back after a long hiatus. I did pretty good at not gaining much weight while not logging BUT I eat way too much sugar if I don't hold myself accountable. So I'm back to logging and with a new workout schedule now that DS is in school. Happy Holidays everyone!

It's not cheating if you make it up later. That just makes it something to be punished for. That being said, when I cheat I don't eat an entire pizza and a whole chocolate cake. I still try to make good decisions. I just don't deny myself an enjoyable meal out with friends or special occasions by saying "Oh, I can't eat…

I put everything in the crock pot. You just have to use spices and seasonings like with any other type of cooking. Most of the time I use frozen meats as well. BUT I believe in having good meats to begin with. None of that grocery store bought crap for me. We raise our own or buy pasture raised meats only. Makes a huge…

Feels so good to fit into those old jeans doesn't it? You look great momma!

IMO everything tastes better when you don't have to cook it ;) Also a lot of places "Brine" or "enhance" their chicken prior to cooking.

Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Years Eve all get a free pass in my book. The rest of the "season" is sticking to my goals.

make sure you sit on a clean towel that you brought in a sauna or steam room. Eeewww...

Totally get where you are coming from. When I started losing weight and gaining muscle my boobs got smaller. Smaller is fine but I don't want them drooping on me. I've decided that when I hit age 35 a "lift kit" is in order. I don't want to make them bigger, I just want them put back where they belong. Like they were in my…

This has been asked a lot. Wearing a HRM to class with you would be your most accurate answer. For me "Circuit Training" was the closest to the totals I got with my HRM. I've been doing pole for just over a year now. Better than the weight loss is the strength. You'll notice huge changes in your upper body pretty quick.…

I wear my HRM to classes. Since it goes around your upper rib cage there it doesn't interfere with skin/pole contact. More than the calories burned though is the strength building. I can't believe how strong I am. I am constantly surprised at the new muscle definition I see. Especially in my arms and shoulders.

Mud and Zombies? Amazing! Congrats on living thought the onslaught of the undead and cold muck. Looks like you guys had a blast.

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9 for her 8 for her dog ;)

I just made veggie "sloppy joes". I'm not a vegetarian but the recipe appealed to me. It used lentils and brown rice rather than ground beef. It is a slow cooker recipe but you could easily do it on the stove or oven. http://www.bhg.com/recipe/bbq-veggie-joes/ I left out the mushrooms (cuz I hate the nasty fungus food) and…

Is everyone eating back the calories burned while getting worked up over this post? Just sayin...