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  • Asheville!
    in North carolina Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • Train yourself to eat larger portions of the same good foods you've been eating. I often halve portion sizes as I'm trying to lose weight, so perhaps move back up to full portion sizes or 1.5 portions? I second the idea of introducing high calorie, good-for-you foods like avocados/nuts/beans/all natural peanut butter.
    in How to maintain and not go crazy!!! Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • If you're really not prepared for C25K, which is possible, you can increase your cardiovascular strength for a week or so before giving it a go. Why not modify the program to speed walking and regular walking? Up the incline, move your arms, and power through. You can probably speed walk at about 3.8mph. Do a week of speed…
    in C25K- Am I kidding myself? Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • 1. Five or six days a week. I generally aim for six days, and most of the time I make it happen. 2. Anywhere from 20 minutes to 3 hours. My long workouts are not gym-bound -- I like to hike and walk and adventure. Those days I burn a lot of calories just being out and about and doing and seeing and playing! My typical gym…
    in Exercise questions Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • Eric for the aesthetic value, naturally, though I do enjoy his character development. And what a *kitten* he can be. Lafayette is my absolute favorite. I love his skepticism, his sarcasm, his one-liners, his outfits, his attitude. He's fun without being a mockery and I love it. I like Jessica and Hoyt a lot. They seem like…
    in True Blood Fans Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • Honestly, since I've started exercising regularly (about 7 months now), I NEVER get cramps, and I used to get them horribly for about a 24 hour period. I rarely get tired or cranky and my PMS has diminished significantly. My skin is clearer (month-long, but particularly around period time), my periods are shorter, and my…
    in *Ladies only* ToM and staying on track... Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • I'll be a temporary Aussie! I'm studying abroad for a semester beginning in just a few weeks. :)
    in Aussie's...calling all Aussie's!!! Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • 1. Try a completely different workout. Your body gets used to doing the same motions and workouts, and you begin to burn less calories over time. Can you ride a bike? Swim laps? Do any kind of pilates or yoga? 2. If you're not doing strength training, you should be! 3. Track your water intake and sodium intake for a week…
    in Plateau Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • Go Lean Kashi Crunch is amazing for satisfying crunchy cravings. I also like banana chips. If you have a Trader Joe's near you, try their Veggie Chips or Snap Pea Crisps. Both are pretty dang low-calorie, low sodium. http://girltomom.com/skinny-mama-snacks/skinny-mama-snacks-crunchy/attachment/crunchysnacks-042…
    in Crunchy Snacks. Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • You can search "circuit training" and use it as a roughhh estimate, if you really need the placeholder. Since I can't really afford a HRM, that's what I do. I'm sure somebody else has a better idea, but this will do in the meantime!
    in Jillian Michaels' 30 day shred Comment by angstypirates July 2011
  • My easiest quick meal is just a variety of fruit. They come in their own little packages. ;) Also fast: baby carrots/peppers/cucumbers and hummus. Cut a ton of them up for the week, then grab and go. Mix it up with some trail mix that isn't full of additives. The portion sizes are small but it's very filling and full of…
    in Quick, Healthy Lunches Comment by angstypirates May 2011
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