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It's definitely between you and your doctor. I have heart conditions and I work closely with my cardiologist. if you get the okay to "run"...go to RunnersWorld.com or google beggining running programs or couch to 5k programs. You'll get a plan to slowly adjust your run/walk percentages each week until you can run (job) for…

These are great ideas, but one of my faves besides cajun seasoning is to broil in a tinfoil boat and drizzle with basalmic vinegar. I like to broil til the edges turn brown and almost crispy .......

oven roasted, no cheese, all the veggies.....salt and pepper, but for a diet, jimmy johns #4 unwich, no mayo, sub guac!

Gardening also will give you some exercise while you grow your foods........ Most cities have community gardens or maybe you have a friend with spare land and you can share..... growing your own tomatos and herbs that you can use or can could help. I know I can eat for $40* a week and we eat a wide variety of meats and…

Hey, I also have a low fat recipe for "chocolate cake". It uses low fat mayo as the fat - rather than oil and shredded zucchini.....let me know if you'd like the recipe. You can also add a can of pumpkin rather than milk/eggs to most cake mixes. Google it online.

I agree with hiding vegetables....try grating some carrot or sweet potato or zucchini into your meat sauce if you make lasagne or spaghetti...you won't notice. And if you like parmesan or garlic or some other strong flavor here is a recipe....tweak the herbs/spices and flavors the sauce will take on the flavor. Great on…

Yes. It's simple math. However, your body may burn more efficiently at different levels and there are some tests you can have done to determine that.....they are not cheap, but many gyms do them. http://www.newleaffitness.com/

Hey , I'm a little late on this, but if you try to not have one EVERY day....and less and less often, soon it will taste like a pile of grease..... although I occasionally still have a bite or two.

How often do you work out twice a day? It seems a bit excessive and you may need more calories. I occasionally work out twice, but sometimes I opt for one longer workout. Also, I find if I eat too many carbs I crave more carbs.....I have to be very careful about bready stuff. :) Good luck, it will come back. I lose my umph…

Toss in balsamic vinegar and garlic then grill it!

You may get used to the taste of some veggies by "hiding"them too. This is a trick many use on children......for example, I have a recipe where you grate and blend vegetables with garlic and then use them as a pasta sauce...... or look at the message boards for cauliflower crust pizza........dips and soups are great for…

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I know you posted a few months ago, but I am about your age and drink and struggled with triglycerides. Keeping my weight in check, exercising and eating fish at least 2 x per week got mine back in check. Good luck.

Oh, another standby is ordering a plain baked potato, with a side of salsa....

I've found almost any restaurant will grill a piece of fish or chicken and steam some veggies....just ask. It's something I learned in Weight Watchers, you don't always have to stick to the menu....unless it is a soup or casserole or something premade or frozen, they will often accomodate when possible, so just ask. There…

Hmm, I've never thought about it. I'm not a very private person and if they quit signing in, so be it. I like having people know my goals as when I'm out with them, they are aware that I am not going to order extra fries and whatnot....No big deal at all to me!

Hey, just my 2 cents worth here. I've never been a morning person and was not successful at getting up and running, however, I have found that 2 times a week, I love getting up and swimming at 5:30am. So, if you WANT to go early, but have problems switch it up. Maybe strength training will feel better than cardio, or…

Here is a favorite of mine from WeightWatchers. Ingredients 6 slice(s) uncooked turkey bacon, sliced crosswise into 1⁄4-inch strips 2 cup(s) uncooked broccoli, frozen, chopped 1 small uncooked red onion(s), chopped 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp Italian seasoning 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour 1 cup(s) buttermilk 3 large egg(s) 3…

I know it is processed, but if you are a bacon lover, the butterball everday light and crispy turkey bacon is only 30 calories for 2 slices.....crumbled up in eggs with veggies it's awesome! Plus you can freeze it and it's easy to thaw in the sink in some water.... PS, the sodium is less than regular bacon too.

Adding a healthy fat can add some calories quickly....a serving of almonds? A little olive oil on your veggies? Your body needs fat, indulge in a little.....also,are you working out....work out enough and you'll start craving more food!

One thing that helped me. I used to be putting food in my mouth before I swallowed the last bite, or while I was still finishing the last bite......if that is your case, sit somewhere that people dine publically and watch. It is repulsive to see them shoveling in more and more food when they haven't savored, chewed and…

Rest it is. However, with injured legs you can row a boat, shadowbox or do other cardio that is "arms only". Get creative.

Definitely go to a running store and get some shoes, it may alleviate your splints and stuff. You can google some exercises to help too, but often bad shoes, or increasing your running too much from week to week are the culprits. As for eating, I don't eat much before or I get side cramps or general GERD. However, after…

I find running does more than weightlifting for me. My metabolism must just like the harder effort for longer. I walked and walked one summer with little results, but just running a few times a week and I peel off weight. My biggest suggestions: check out runnersworld.com..... they have programs. Start slow and don't…

You may need to do some interval training. I know at my local YWCA the instructor has 4 minute blocks that are designed to burn 57 calories minimum for the average woman. The are bursts of 40 seconds exercises then 10 second rests......they mingle kettlebell exercises with planks, or jumproping with mountain climbers or…