lizpfennig

I have to question this too??? No one said to not buy snacks for your family, but why aren't they eating fruits and veggies and low fat snack, etc. You lead by example and if you continue to buy crap for your family you will keep the cycle going and your kids will be facing the same problems in 20-30 years that you're…

I was having the same problem for a while where I was STARVING at night, to the point where I would 1. Binge on cheese and nuts and rice chips and whatever else I could find in my kitchen or I was 2. going to bed with my stomach growling… not good. I asked my trainer what I should do about this because you obviously don't…

Oh goodness… I think you need to be upfront with all of your family and friends and explain what you are doing and ask for their support. They love you and will respect your wishes and tell your husband that instead of bringing home a bottle of merlot to bring home a bottle of sparkling water. Just keep in mind that while…

I have the same HRM and I didn't quite know where to set them either… I just used what I felt was a good range for each level but the reality is that I don't know what it measures except to sound a really quiet beep if your heart rate is too high - but honestly, I don't even hear the beep over the music at my gym. All in…

I agree that measuring cups/spoons and a small kitchen scale is really the most accurate way but here is a little info that I use as well. Not 100% accurate but it helps: A good guideline to help you understand portion sizes is to translate the abstract information represented by the serving size into something visual…

I made this for dinner, but used 1lb Ground Turkey and 1lb Turkey Italian Sausage instead of ground beef!!! SO SO SOOO Delish and was under 300 calories for each serving!

WOW! You look like a completely different person!!! Keep it up, you're such an inspiration!!!

Believe me, the Metformin TORE UP my stomach for the first few days and again, when my prescription was upped but I adjusted, and I'm sure you will too. I didn't notice if it was related to specific foods or not, but if you are aware of that then try to stay away from them initially and then slowly try to introduce them…

Don't deny yourself cause you'll just crave more, but make smart choices. Rid your house of the bad snack and bring in healthier options. Have cut up veggies prepared and ready to snack on so you can grab them as easy as a bag of chips. I love the Yoplait light yogurts, some of the "desert" flavors like, orange cream,…

I was diagnosed with PCOS officially a couple of months ago, although it was suspected a year ago. I have been taking Metformin (1700mg/day) for the last 2 months along with fertility meds. I did a lot of research on it, including reading a book specific to PCOS and learned a bunch of stuff. First off, there is research to…

I'm sorry, that sucks! I'm not familiar with "Insanity" but when I first started my bootcamp, the inches were dropping, but the pounds were staying relatively the same so I can completely relate. Only other thing I can think is to keep an eye on your sodium levels. I found that my sodium was 2 and 3 times what the daily…

I'm having the same problem, but I blame it on the heat and the lack of desire to eat!!! The best suggestion I can give, aside from the previous response about not being able to view your daily diet, is to go under the tools tab and calculate your BMR, if you have not already done so. This will determine how many calories…

I'm a HUGE fan on the Sandwich Thins by Arnold. I use them for b'fast sandwiches as well as sandwich bread and boca burger bunds. They're only 100 calories and DELISH!!!