julesandrich Member

Sorry I have no advise for you.....BBQ's are my downfall. I still need to learn how to make healthier choices in those situations. I would encourage you to exercise before you go. Let us know how it turns out!!

I only count the "exercise" I do intentionally (treadmill, weights, yoga, etc)....everything else is just bonus calories that I hope will lead to a healthier more active lifestyle (such as taking the stairs rather than the elevator or escalator).

blueberries, blackberries, mango, kiwis, grapes, pears, cherries, most fruits actually!

Great idea....I am going to try this recipe!

You look fantastic....great job!!

I have done both and I prefer MFP. I log all my fruits and veggies-I want to ensure I am eating my fruits and veggies each day. I can look back and see where I may have not had as many vegetables as I wanted for a day. I would suggest entering the information.

I too sometimes "plan" my calories around drinking as well; especially if I know I am going out with friends or I want to have a couple glasses of wine with dinner. I have a public diary and I have never had a negative comment. I realize that having a couple of bloody mary's on Sunday greatly impacts my Monday morning…

Completed 30/30/30-whooo hoooo!!!! btw...did my squats at home without a bar.

Mine is public as well. I try to eat healthy and some days I actually succeed. I try to incorporate fruits and vegetables everyday (raw as much as possible) as well as organic dairy products. It has not been an easy change. I do not go out to eat as often as I did in the past, but I do still enjoy high calorie (not so…

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Will do...I was thinking of taking today off (because I am feeling a bit lazy) but this has motivated me to get me *kitten* to the gym tonight after work!

Thanks for sharing the website!

I will give a go...I have been running and doing spin classes but I really want to try something different. Thanks!!

I like the Beck's Premium Light beer (it actually tastes like beer). I have a hard time on Sunday's which is typically when I make myself a couple of Bloody Mary's (which are not helpful for my Monday morning weigh in). Perhaps plan your calories for a beer or two when you know it is game day?

Parked much farther than normal at work today; I walk around the office more than I was sitting (or at least it felt like it) AND I started spinning as soon as I got my bike adjusted approximately 10 minutes before class started and did not start my HRM until the class officially began.

Will do....I think I will park in the far lot when I go to the gym tonight.

Great job!! You really look amazing!!

Agreed!! yummy and really pretty easy to make.

I am posting and I have my spreadsheet all filled in. :smile:

I will agree that the C25K is not as easy as it seems. I have been "stuck" on week 7 for weeks now. However, I am amazed at my increased endurance levels and how far I can push myself since starting the program. Initially running a 5k seemed like an impossible goal. Yesterday at the gym my intention was to restart week 5…

The potatoes sound yummy!! I usually just add salsa and cheese for a quick lunch but I will have to try this recipe!! Thanks for sharing.

Today I made a batch of granola and pudding (for my son's lunches). My BF also made a pot of split pea soup for our lunches this coming week. We typically make soup on the weekends or a batch red sauce. Not sure if that helps, but I find soups to be pretty quick and we usually double the batch and freeze some for quick…

Much like everyone else...I usually add fresh fruit and sometimes a little granola.

You both are doing a great job...I am still kind of afraid of the StairMaster. Every time I am at the gym I think perhaps today I will try it. So far I have not-so maybe this week is the week! Keep it up!!

same here...:grumble:

My son and I on a whale watching boat in Maui December 2010. It was this vacation that made me realize that I am not comfortable with my weight and decided enough was enough. I just love this picture of us. On my ticker I have a picture of my son and daughter together from our snorkeling trip.

I love spin class....I would like to try Zumba but I am not sure I am coordinated enough to get through the class! lol. Spin is intense but I always burn a ton of calories and feel great once I am done.

That is fantastic!! I know that I am starting to feel the same way (and I cannot believe it)!! Hope you feel better soon so you can get back to your workouts! :smile:

My sodium intake has been out of control recently as well....I typically eat more natural food and try to stay away from most processed foods-lately that has not happened. I was also on vacation and I have discovered when I eat out; the food typically has a ton of sodium. My goal this week is to lower my sodium intake…

I always use my HRM to record my calories rather than MFP. I have started wearing it whenever I do any exercises including strength training, yoga, etc.