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Yes, I do this on days where I'm eating out for dinner, and possibly having alcohol. I still try to make good choices but I want to enjoy myself too and not worry about it too much.

How about enjoying a dessert today and not feeling guilty? Those gums are gross.

I'm off the mind that if you're on vacation, you should enjoy it...yes, make good choices, but don't stress about calorie counting. A week or whatever isn't going to do you great harm (I've been in this predicament too and came out fine). You'll might be more unconsciously active (walking, swimming, watersports etc.) but I…

Enough about the mythical "toxins" already. And unless you have an illness, your gut already works just fine.

I do a lot of planning ahead. My slow cooker is one of my best investments. Recently I've made chili, spaghetti sauce, lasagna and curries. On nights where I want something different or don't have any meals left, I do pretty simple things...scrambled eggs with a baked sweet potato, steak with veggies or a stirfry.

Skipping meals and feeling hungry...not sound advice.

When Burger King's the only thing around to eat so you whip out your phone and check nutritional info before ordering. Pretty sure I was the only person in the restaurant who gave a ****.

I don't think anything can really "give" you motivation, you just have to find the drive and commitment yourself, and make it a regular routine. I'm not a morning person at all so what helps me get to the gym is a class or appointment with my trainer, or the reminder that it means I have the evening free.

Of course. There's no way it'll ever be exactly on the mark every single day. And if I splurge one day (like I had a burger and onion rings recently), I eat a bit lighter on the days around it.

Why don't you have the commitment? If the only thing standing in your way is your own attitude, then you need to work on that. Also finding something you like doing at the gym helps - I find working with a trainer and doing classes helps me stay committed and interested.

I've tried aerial silks and goddamn, you need a lot of strength for that. Can't believe how effortless they made it look. Friends of mine are in a dodgeball league and I've had fun doing "treetop trekking" types of activity where you engage muscles you never knew you had. Snowshoeing is also fun.

I've noticed that I don't crave sugar anymore either. I used to think nothing of buying a donut or other baked good, ice cream, cookies etc. I actually have a box of unopened cookies as well as a box of pudding cups in my cupboard...just don't feel like touching either. I find fruit and flavoured yogurt provide enough…

Ok sure, person with one post.

Nothing wrong with oatmeal as far as I know, I grew up eating it as did my parents. But if you're looking for another similar option, you can make porridge out of quinoa.

My trainer put together a simple workout for when I'm travelling and can't access a gym - cardio like high knees and jumping jacks + body-weight exercises like plank, lunges, push-ups etc.

I cook ahead so that I have a portion of something waiting for me and I'm not scrambling around looking for food, and then overeating. I'm way too lazy to cook at night, plus I go to the gym several times a week, so it helps me stay in control. I've also started drinking a lot more water, upping protein and having small…

Substitute diet soda or fizzy water as your mix.

I have the same issue in terms of putting on weight back there...unfortunately you can't spot reduce. In addition to cardio, I do a lot of rowing exercises where I squeeze my back (like a bent-over row you can do these with freeweights) as well as back extensions (you need a Roman chair for those).

I don't like to wear tight exercise clothing but all my t-shirts would slide up and the neck would fall over my face in yoga. I bought two t-shirts from the Gap's Pure Body line that have a bit of stretch and stay in place around my hips so I'm not constantly adjusting.

Well, it will hurt because you're not used to it, but a good hurt as in stiffness and burn. Also a good idea to start with a trainer so you get a routine and form down. But don't overdo it, you'll tucker yourself out and won't stick with it...start with one or two types and then ease into the rest if you want to add them.…

I don't know anything about NJ but grilled fish/seafood are always a good bet. Keep the sides if you want but if it's potato or something else that's heavy, ask for vegetables or salad. A small steak or baked chicken (without a heavy or creamy sauce) are fine too.

Sure you can. Challenging your muscles and changing up your routine actually help. I do strength training with machines/body weight/TRX, classes like Jillian Michaels Shred, cardio and vinyasa yoga.

Periods are not a disability so unless there's a serious problem such as fibroids, let's stop treating it as such. I've found I get massive cravings for meat and feel a little less energetic but I stick to my workout. I used to have wicked cramps until I discovered naproxen/Aleve...only thing that works.

Good for you! I really suggest getting a trainer to show you the ropes...you'll know what to do with proper form, feel more confident using the machines and you'll have a routine you can build on. There are always going to be more men than women in the weight area (have experienced this at every gym I've been to) but who…

Ah, the old "jump starting" for people who aren't patient and want immediate results that'll never last. Enjoy your pooping.

I don't think 2 days are going to break you. But I know it sucks when you can't control your food choices so I guess I would suggest watching your portion sizes and reaching for veggies/fruit when possible, drink lots of water, and order something sensible for dinner.

Mine are pretty evenly spaced, except that breakfast might be 100 cal or so smaller. And I find I don't generally need to eat after 8pm.

I love cheese in eggs...I discovered the shredded Italian mix I use in lasagna tastes great. And a little goes a long way so I don't go overboard.

I only take a multivitamin, fish oil (helped lower my cholesterol with no change in diet) and vitamin D (recommended by a doctor due to deficiency). During the winter I take supplements like ColdFX or additional vitamin C if I'm feeling close to sickness/everyone around me is sick. I've tried hair/nail supplements but…

Homemade quinoa porridge with cardamom, dried apricots, almonds and a spoon of maple syrup.