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I usually don't log anything I do at work (I'm a nanny). I walk 1-2 miles with the kid at least twice a week, we do yogakids videos, I go to gymnastics with her and do everything she does (except monkey bars and forward rolls), we have playtimes that include her sitting on my shoulders while I do squats or lunges, or on my…
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I bought a dry-pak and waterproof headphones for my ipod, and I love it! It was only $30, but has been a pretty big motivator for making me swim more often. I want one of those waterproof Ipod shuffles, as they're less bulky and whatnot, but right now I'm keeping that as a bigger reward for myself (when I can swim 100 laps…
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I've just signed up for Gaiam TV, if that's an option for you. You pay a flat fee, $10/month, and have access to all the yoga videos they have. Since Gaiam is so big, there are tons of good videos. There are other yoga channel things that you view either from your computer or a device like a Roku or Apple TV or PS3 or…
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Push ups and planks hurt my wrist sometimes, so I do them on my fists or elbows (elbows for planks only, obv). Check with your PT first, but you could try doing the pushups on your fists, or just planking on your elbows during the push up time.
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I have a wonky back, partly from a childhood injury (fell off a hayride) and my chiropractor has said partly because when I get anxious my back muscles tense up to the point where they pull my spine out of alignment. I also have a certain spot that spasms pretty regularly under my shoulder blade. So, while I have no…
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Meat tends to be my go-to snack. Turkey pepperoni slices are great, grabbing a handful on your way out the door, or chopped up and browned in egg whites/on toast/as bacon bits in salads. Quinoa is a complete protein (I still have no idea what that means, but it's good) so using instead of rice or couscous can be great. You…
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All I can think of is meat loaf.
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Shopping trip to [big city]! I'm putting money away now, $2 for every pound I lose, plus an extra $20 when I hit a new decade so I know I'll have enough money to get good-quality basics for a wardrobe. I know I want those super comfy yoga jeans, and some sort of sexy top to show off my amazing arms and shoulders, and some…
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Thanks guys! Your replies really helped, and I've got a pretty good idea of what to do next time I'm in that situation. The soreness was completely gone by the next day, I think I was getting worried over nothing. Today I had a great core day with my PT, and have already planned on waking up early to get some cardio in…
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Oh also, make sure you go to a class at some point, so the instructor can make sure you have correct form and everything so you don't injure yourself. And, my parks and rec department offers 2 months of yoga class, twice a week, for $40, so you might want to check out if your city has something similar going on.
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I have been getting into yoga over the past three months, and am definitely not an expert, but here are some of the benefits I've noticed from it: Increased balance and flexibility (I'm not a superstar yet, but I've definitely noticed a difference) I do get sore after some of the workouts, on odd places that normal…
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When I have "indulgence" nights, I throw a cheese stick and a bar (both wrapped) into the bath while it's filling with hot water. By the time I get in with my book everything is warm and almost melt-y, so I can eat it off a plate with some apples or pears on the side of the tub while I read. Cinnamon roll with apples is…
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What kind of hair elastic are you using? A rubber band will cause knots. I don't think there are any rules, but I have long, thick, curly hair (that is terribly prone to knotting) and I wouldn't be able to work out with it down because it would be in my way. I brush my hair, twist it into a tight bun, then use a smooth,…
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I'm not a doctor, so run anything I say by your real doctor before trying it. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/celiac-disease/DS00319/DSECTION=lifestyle-and-home-remedies That site has a list of foods that aren't safe for someone with celiac disease, and some of them are surprising (like soy sauce). It's just something to…
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I have several goals: I want to easily slide into a beautiful pair of mauve skinny jeans I wore regularly 5 years ago I want to get on an airplane and not be terrified I'll be in the way of whoever is next to me (I haven't actually been in anyone's way, but I'm always scared I'll be too big for the seat) I want to go…
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This. For most quinoa from the bulk section you have to rinse it. I hate rinsing it, the quinoa is so small and it's just a PITA, so I always buy the boxes of pre rinsed stuff. It's more expensive, but so much easier.
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I'm 5'10" 220 lbs and my bf is 28%. I am 48 lbs overweight according to BMI charts, but have an average bf percentage. I definitely look fat, I feel fat, and I want to lose weight and slim down, but that just goes to show that you can't tell what's going on in a person's body just by looking.
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I don't mind vanity sizing so much. I just go into shopping with the mindset that I will have to try everything on. One thing I know, clothes today are made differently than they were 50 (or however many) years ago. Most clothes are made in factories in third world countries where they layer 20 pieces of fabric together…
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This. I'm not sure if it's a state or federal thing, but no homemade snacks are allowed. Also, double check with the teacher about nut allergies and whatnot. At my mom's school, a teacher ate a PB&J sandwich for lunch, then during story time a kid in her class went into anaphylactic shock and had to go to the hospital…
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You can also check out your library to see if they have any dvds or fitness books that interest you. I started getting into yoga because the toddler I was with saw a yoga book and liked the pictures so we checked it out. I do an hour of yoga 3-4x/wk now on my own, and her and I do some yoga (not a routine, just whatever…
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Okay, I'm going to do some fuzzy math for you. Using your most recent LBM weight and your current total weight, (215/310) you have 69% LBM, so 31% body fat. A healthy ideal for men is between 14 and 17%, so for you to get there you'd have to weigh about 250 lbs (that would put you at 16%, and it's a nice even number). All…
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What works for me on vacations is, first thing, going to a grocery store and grabbing some healthy food to keep in the hotel room. I always grab some baby carrots, yogurt, berries or apples, beef jerky, and string cheese. If the room has a microwave or coffee pot I make sure I grab some instant oatmeal as well. That way I…
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Broccoli is a huge one for me. I love steamed broccoli with a bit of smoked salt. Also, I used to stay away from bread/rice/cereal because I wasn't a fan of the taste, and if I did eat it I would only eat the white, heavily processed, sugar added (white rice with raisins and brown sugar was the only way I'd eat rice)…
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I think you should look around and try to find someone cheaper. Or make sure that the $150 is only for one session, maybe it's for more? I am so happy with my personal trainer. My gym has several trainers, and the head one met with me and we filled out a questionnaire type thing and talked for close to an hour so he could…
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One thing I do is I make sure that if I'm drinking, the night includes some sort of physical activity. If a group is just meeting down at a pub for drinks and conversation, I may have one, but stick to diet coke for most of the night. But, if we're going out dancing, or going to a fest and walking around tons or bar…
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Do you remember which house was the dog's? You might want to drop by and let the owner know what happened. Just say in a nice way, "Hey, I was running the other day and your dog got out and started chasing me for a quarter mile. I just wanted to let you know because a) that really scared me as I don't know your dog and b)…
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Don't forget to factor your time into it too. I'm in a similar boat, working full time (closer to 50 hrs/week), going back to school (for an ed degree as well!) after a long absence, and trying to spend 5-10 hours/week working out. I'm not in as much of a rush to finish school (although I would really really like to be…
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Coconut oil is solid at room temp, becomes a liquid at roughly 80 degrees.
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Weight is definitely better. I read somewhere (some cooking science magazine or text book from culinary school, so I trust it), that companies that make measuring cups and spoons are allowed up to a 25% margin of error. In every high end restaurant and bakery you will see that they weigh everything, measure nothing.
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Everything I've read about coconut oil has been anecdotal. I did have a boss that swore by taking a tablespoon every day for better hair and skin, but that was probably more about getting a better amount of healthy fat than anything else. I have also done oil pulling (swishing the oil around in your mouth for 10-20 minutes…
