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Intervals...I think its called Farlek (?)...alternate between fast pace and a slower pace until you can stay at a faster, steady pace.

Running....and holding my rabbit. He is just so darn cuddly!

Stick it out...you might not be using your boss as a reference, but word travels in certain cirlces (not sure if you are intending to stay in the same industry or not). Even though its not your fault, you don't want to be known for leaving your company hanging. While interviewing for positions in my office, that was the…

You can watch other people and how they use the equipment....and it never hurts to just ask some one.

3-4 times a week...get lean cuts and avoid pan frying and heavy sauces.

Have you thought about adjusting your meal plan to 5 or 6 small meals, instead of 3? That way you are eating every 3 hours or so, rather than eating breakfast, then waiting 5 or 6 hours til lunch? You might find you have alot more low calorie options. I found this works for me - I eat yogurt and fruit for breakfast, then…

I agree on the body fat...otherwise you end up looking like Madonna- all gnewing and griselely!

You have to eat more...your body is going into "starvation mode" and is slowing down its metabolism. You are actually sabotaging your own efforts to lose weight!

TurboFire and Insanity - both from Beachbody.com

I love it...starting it again soon, second time around. I think I saw more progress doing this than I did training for my triathlon! (And its a heck of a lot more fun!)

Both...do abs the same day as chest & back, shoulders & arms and legs & back. Good luck!

Have you lost any inches? If you are watching what you eat AND exercising, you could be losing fat but gaining muscle = no change in weight. I got rid of my scale completely ....instead of obsessing over a number that doesn't really tell the whole story, I started paying more attention to how my clothes were fitting, how…

It might just be water weight...its 3000 extra calories that equal a pound gained, isnt it? dont worry about the weekend, we all have them! Just start fresh the next day...you'll be back on track before you know it!

On days like that, I usually just work out at home...

I agree....P90X is great if you are just getting into working out. But I like Insanity, plan on buying the next version Asylum to add to it. TurboFire is pretty good too, It really gets you moving.

I eat 6 or 7 small (about 250 calorie meals) a day...I love it! (once I got into the habit) I am never really hungry because I am basically eating all the time, so no crashes or hunger pangs that lead to unhealthy binges. Plus it seems my energy level stays up and my metabolism evened out. One down side, sometimes it takes…

My sons are also active in sports...he should be able to get all the vitamins and minerals, plus the protein he needs just by eating a healthy proper diet.

I usually try to get one true rest day (no exercise at all)....and if I have a really hard workout, say heavy weights or a long run, I will follow with a light workout day. Your body does need a recovery day. Trust what your body is telling you. If you are hurting and sore from strenuous workout the day before, that might…