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I wish I would have done more sports in HS instead of band...I only did track & field and band made it practically impossible to do more. I know that would have curbed my obesity for sure, when band seemed to enhance it! I also wish I wouldn't have listened to a jackwagon on becoming a PE teacher. I have been teaching 21…

There are muscle heads in every gym, and I see so many that don't have the right form when they lift....yours was just a mistake....No big deal, and no reason to be intimidated.

Snickers for breakfast with a Jolt cola!!! What's worse is my diet at 30....Venti Starbux Mocha, espresso brownie, coke at break, supersize big mac, fries, 32 oz Coke, another p.m. coke and some type of take out for dinner....yikes!! Typical meals now...gluten free/powdered peanut butter pancake in coconut oil, cucumber…

I've always just had a hard time winding down, but I use a sound machine with waves or rain which helps.

I use Advil PM when I'm desperate....I have limited my afternoon coffee intake, and it has helped a little.

I had my thyroid tested and it came back normal. I use a sound machine (beach waves or thunderstorm) to "turn off" my brain to get to sleep, but yes the waking up and not going back to sleep is hard. Sometimes I think my bad back (torn disc) just can be horizontal for more than 6 hours. I did happily get to sleep in til'…

I'd be happy at 12% bodyfat! :)

I continually work on health, nutrition and exercise, and my real goal is to not be on any medications when I get older. I know if I'm impeccable with my nutrition I will drop more weight. I am still fitter than I was at 25 but I'd like to get closer to when I dropped my weight at 38. Since I'm 44, it sure seems like my…

Cats and dogs living together........Mass Hysteria!!!

I do allow myself "down" days and although I want to train hard everyday, I know my lack of sleep is disturbing (LOL Darth) so I will force myself to nap and not workout if I don't get adequate rest.

How much magnesium are you taking? Along with recovery, it can aid in producing more restful and deep sleep and most people do not get nearly enough, even with supplements. I have trouble sleeping and when I was on a higher dose there were mornings I actually slept through my alarm - which has NEVER happened to me![/quote]…

I exercise 5-6 times a week, but when I don't sleep I force myself to take a rest day, since I know it really isn't effective.

Thanks for all the feedback! At least I know I'm not alone!

I went over my calories but it is what it is....healthy calories, but too many....my workout was intense and I am not going to sweat it....(well I might sweat more tomorrow!) Take responsibility, and move forward.

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I eat whole, non-processed foods which are nutrient & vitamin rich. I don't want to eat things that have 10-12 syllables or things I cannot pronounce. You can lose weight eating McD's, donuts or a Snickers, but I know I won't be healthy or will feel well eating that way. A high cacao chocolate once in a while is my…

I had a similar journey....Obese most of my life, lost 80 in 80 mos., bodyfat 45% to 22%, won a $1000 fitness challenge, and even worked as a trainer part-time and was a boxer. Gym closed, support network gone, injuries and 6 years later, 50 lbs packed on, and torn disc in my back. My health levels are generally good, but…

After your infections heal, could you get in a pool? That helps me with my limited weight bearing exercises as I have torn disc in my back.

I'm 44 and 6 years ago I lost 80 lbs. in 8 mos with whole foods, exercise and effort.....Unfortunately, 50 lbs crept back with a few injuries, personal loss, and those were excuses. My torn disc is God's way of saying I need balance in my life. I just can't workout recklessly like I used to and have to be impeccable with…

Almond butter, egg, cocoa powder, agave......high fat, but the type of brownie you can NOT eat the whole pan in one sitting....high calorie, but has nutrient dense...not just flour/sugar...look up paleo brownie

sweet potato with cinnamon and tad of butter...and beef jerky for protein!

I have a torn disc and water aerobics is a way to lighten the load of weight bearing aerobic exercise. I get my heart rate up, but don't pound on the joints, plus you can make water aerobics as easy or challenging as you want.

Planning meals ahead can help, and you can create a good protein, fat, carb ratio. After awhile, you know those meals are good and won't have to worry about them. I then cook ahead and have those meals in the freezer, and I can pull them out. I overeat carbs (even veggies), so I have to create a plan of attack to have good…

So many negative comments! If it's not your cup of "coffee" then don't do it. It works for me, but I tend to lower the amounts. It is CERTAINLY better than chemical creamers!! Viva Bulletproof!

Glad you are making some conscious changes. I have seen my mother deteriorate from the disease and I chose to focus on nutrition and exercise. (I was pre-diabetic 7 years ago, and now I'm doing great) Reading labels and knowing glycemic index of foods is a good bet, and even better, choosing whole foods and no processed. I…

I think I'm a time traveler B) since most days I'll eat Paleo/Primal...then travel to the future and engage in foods that modern man engages in, realize how horrible most things are, and return to "ancient" nutrition. (I hope people have a sense of humor here!) I do have the most success in health and wellness by avoiding…

I still use half and half, but there was a time when I eliminated it. Adding ground ginger or tumeric gives it a little flare.

Here's a little motivation..... Have Dreams- No one can take them away from you! ONLY YOU hold yourself back ONLY YOU can make them come true ONLY YOU will make the choices to achieve YOU have the power! YES YOU! You must have the courage courage to face your fears stare them down with all your might have the strength to…

I buy new music for my workouts....a $10 gift card to Itunes when I hit a mini-goal...then I have new music to keep going!