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An exercise for reducing anxiety: talk all the way through the worst case scenario situation. Example - anxious over loose skin You're getting healthier and losing weight but worried about the potential for lose skin. What happens if you end up with a lot of lose skin? Well, you could surgically have it fixed. Not an…

I would focus on the quality of your calories during that time and less on the quantity. Listen to your body over some computer calorie calculations. You need to feel well and be clear minded for your baby. But yes, healthy choices will provide better nutrients to you and the little one. I'd consider a multivitamin too if…

I use it in short bursts as part of a circuit workout or to throw a cardio burst into a strength training day.

I am training for my first inline skating marathon (6 weeks til race day!) and hadn't skated in many year's prior to deciding to do this with 14 weeks to train. I LOVE it! My sister said she's already noticed a difference/lift in my behind.

I workout in a fasted state 5 mornings a week and have found them to be helpful.

Overall core strengthening and I'd work on leg strength as well, especially if you are lifting from the floor or carrying. Squats, deadlifts, superman, plank (regular and side) are good places to start.

Good for you wanting to involve her and teach her healthy habits! I have an 18 mo old little girl that loves to play while I workout. She'll get on the floor while I do push-ups or I'll do sit-ups and at the top I'll make a face at her or give her a kiss on the forehead. I've done Zumba and dancing while holding her…

What about doing some body weight exercises while the kids play their sports (calf raises, lunges, squats, etc)? Or working out with the team while they practice? My old soccer field had a walking track around it and some moms would bring their kids to practice and then go for a walk. Plenty of parents around for safety…

I am 5'6" and 161lbs and in a size 10-12 depending on the style/brand.

^^ this! My grandma is always giving me a hard time and even went to the extreme of contacting my sister and asking her if I was eating and told her she didn't think I was getting enough protein (which is funny since my boyfriend, with whom I live, tells me I eat more protein than any girl he's ever met). Just smile and…

Living in Minnesota means the weather sucks a good part of the year. If it's not nice enough outside to walk then I will use the stairs and hallways. I usually will go down a flight of stairs then down the hall to the other staircase and kind of zig-zag my way down to the ground floor then back up. I do this for at least…

You're not alone! ^^ My boyfriend and I don't make a big deal of it. He has a major sweet tooth so I will likely get him something small. Otherwise we will probably go to a local trade show and walk around. Or do some weight lifting at home together then watch a movie and relax. For us it's just another day.

I like to mix sugar free pudding mix into plain greek yogurt. A bit of chocolate and the protein of the yogurt! Or I will use chocolate protein powder and make a smoothie. I'm also not against eating a piece of chocolate, or three, if it fits my calories!

My boyfriend has much different calorie needs than I do as well. I make small substitutions. For example, last night I made turkey meatballs with green beans and pasta for him and I ate my meatballs on top of green beans and peas, skipping the pasta. I often will substitute the pasta or rice that I make him with vegetables…

I'm very pear shaped and have no problem with a pencil skirt. The one I own has some stretch to it and no zippers so it still looks smooth. My boyfriend loves the look and compliments me every time I wear it. I also have a dress with similar shape that I always get complimented in. I think it accentuates my small waist and…

I definitely support the alanon idea as well as counseling and to continue both after her death. You can also try keeping the conversation positive when you talk with her. I am not sure if she has always been aggressive/mean or if this is new since she is dying. She could be having a very hard time coping with the thought…

Each Thursday/Friday I write out the dinners I plan to cook for the following week and make a list of what I need from the store for these meals (I also keep a list of the items I buy each week on the same piece of paper -- I created a template in Microsoft Word so it's easy to print and I also put space on there to…

Breakfast : Protein shake or plain greek yogurt flavored with cinnamon/honey/and almonds Lunch : Spinach with chopped raw vegetables (whatever is on hand but I really like sweet peppers, tomato, carrots, green beans, snap peas, and onion) topped with one can of tuna with one tablespoon of light ranch dressing premixed with…

Try planning your food out ahead of time so you won't have so much of a reason to think about it. I log everything for the day in the morning and only go back and change things if I eat something else or decide I need to change what I am making for dinner (generally this is because I forgot to take meat out of the freezer…

I'm with Lizzy.... plan it! I buy several fruits and vegetables each week and cut them up on Sunday and put them into containers to make them easy to grab and go during the week. My boyfriend and I each have a container of fruit and a baggie with veggies and two hard boiled eggs for snacks each day. Once I have the…

You may want to recalculate how many calories you need based on your current weight rather than your original weight. Also mix things up. In your workout and in your diet.

The client does not know whether or not it is suitable until she tries and the client expresses interest. I've seen a lot of people say it isn't for them but attend a few meetings and give it a try ending in great results and a renewed perspective.

Smoothies... mix of 60% Veggies (I prefer kale or spinach as a base then usually add avocado to make it creamier, and whatever else I have on hand) and 40% Fruit (more for taste). Blend with ice and water or juice. I alternate my fruits and vegetables each week so I don't get sick of them. Sometimes I cook them and other…

I think you are trying to tackle too many things at once and are possibly overwhelmed. Jobless, alcohol addiction, body issues, and so on... You need to get very honest with yourself. Since you have plenty of free time I would start by separating each of these issues. Maybe a separate piece of paper or notebook even for…

I have horrible periods myself and would range from 4-7 days long. I had tried birth control and that didn't work (even the higher hormone one a couple years ago). Lately I have been taking a B-Complex vitamin to help (per my chiropractor) and that has made a difference. My periods are more consistent and usually about 5…

I have the same issue. My toes are rarely on the ground when I do squats. My last trainer was always trying to make adjustments to my form but I had a really hard time balancing just right to do it the way he wanted me to. I do have a short torso and long legs. Generally I have great balance so I know it isn't a regular…

I am 5'6" and 155lbs. I eat around 1500 calories/day but work a desk job. I generally workout 3-5 days a week including walking, jogging, and weight lifting. I also keep active with yard work, gardening, and horse training. Really, you need to figure out what your body likes and what works for you. My suggestion, be…

I signed up for my first Tri this summer as well (a sprint length). I have just been googling "beginner triathlete training programs". There is a lot of advice and information out there! I am planning on doing a 22 week training program. I have a little more weight I would like to lose as well but not enough to be…