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I swim! All year long, 3-4 days a week, usually an hour of drills. 40 degrees and raining outside? I'm still in the pool... :)

I don't know that this will be comforting, but sometimes our bodies determine our weight for us -- a weight at which our body is comfortable, even if we aren't. In theory, given my height, I can weigh 86 lbs and still be a "healthy" weight. But at that weight, I was fainting regularly and couldn't ever get warm. So even…

1. oatmeal: Irish oats slow cooked in coconut milk with dried cherries 2. toast: with lots of sweet cream butter and jam 3. ice cream sundae: vanilla and sticky caramel 4. frozen yogurt: tart vanilla 5. popcorn (flavor): Moose Munch! (caramel popcorn drizzled with dark and white chocolate) 6. chocolate candy: Swiss Minor…

I've been sewing from a young age. I come from a family of little people and my mom would sew most of our clothes when we were growing up; she taught me. The cost of tailoring varies, I think, from city to city and tailor to tailor (and of course, depending on what you're having tailored). I have a great tailor here who I…

I'm just under 4'8" and honestly my best advice would be to invest in either a sewing machine or a great tailor. I have to alter pretty much EVERYTHING I buy.

Thank you so much for the feedback. I think part of me feels better just knowing someone's listening!

Hi all! As a fellow shortie (4'8"), I've been pretty frustrated by this whole weight loss process, but have persevered. I'm now only 5 lbs away from goal, but it's been more than 2 months since I've seen any loss (scale or measuring tape). I keep gaining and losing the same 2 lbs and every time I see the scale go up, I…

Girl, you have the body I WANT! Beautiful! Thank you for sharing your progress!!

Thank you all so much for the suggestions!!

Unfortunately, all the Tofurky products are made with soy...

I love them grilled, topped with a little basil pesto, some sundried tomato salsa, and cheese - mini portobello pizzas!

Some suggestions (calcium mg per serving): Blackstrap molasses 400 mg Collard greens 357 mg Turnip greens 249 mg Tempeh 215 mg Kale 179 mg Soybeans 175 mg Okra 172 mg Bok choy 158 mg Mustard greens 152 mg Tahini 128 mg Broccoli 94 mg Almonds 89 mg

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I'm with you - all booty. And a thong just really doesn't offer the support I like when working out. I work out in a seamless boyshort underneath my gym clothes. Like this: http://www.hanes.com/clothing/women/panties---shapewear/boy-shorts--hipsters--thongs/hanes-body-creations-seamless-boy-short-3-pack

VItal wheat gluten has a mild flavor - it mostly absorbs whatever flavors you impart to it. It's a great option for baking!

I haven't found that substituting applesauce for eggs works really well because the applesauce doesn't function as a binder the way that eggs do most of the time. But I've used this recipe, which makes for really fudge-y delicious veganized box brownies: - 1 box brownie mix (make sure ingredients are vegan) - 1 tbsp.…

The Polar FT60 (though somewhat pricier than many of its counterparts) is both a HRM and has GPS capabilities for speed/distance. It's pretty excellent.

Cinnamon solves many things for me. I love a very cinnamon-y oatmeal. But I also enjoy a savory oatmeal (for days when fruit, etc. grow boring). Oatmeal is a great base - you can turn it into almost anything. I love it with some sautéed veggies (bell peppers, kale or spinach), garlic, and a sprinkle of sea salt. It's great…

FRESH FIG SALSA (great on burgers or on fish!) 2 ½ cups fresh figs, diced ½ cup yellow bell pepper, diced ¼ cup finely minced red onion ½ cup dried cranberries (raisins can be substituted) 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced, or 2 tsp. dried red chili flakes 2 T. fresh lemon juice 2 T. olive oil 1 T. fined minced or grated fresh…

You're definitely not alone in this: http://www.fitsugar.com/Why-Do-Apples-Make-Me-Hungry-985285

I would urge you to be careful. I supinate as well and have weak ankles, and even with a properly fitted pair of running shoes, and building up my endurance slowly, I still wound up sustaining a pretty severe running injury that now has me in physical therapy and unable to run for the next 3-4 months. Build up slowly, for…

Tonight I made steamed lentils with grilled tofu and a big spring mix salad with fresh strawberries macerated in balsamic vinegar.

I completely identify. Weight loss is sometimes a little slower and more frustrating for people our size. I lose at a rate of .3 lbs a week, if that. Sometimes it takes me 2 whole months to lose a lb (I'm 4'8" and also hypothyroid - I have Hashimotos). Hang in there! And don't be so hard on yourself! I think the changes…

When I took my PhD exams (a 72-hour exam), the following were most helpful: almonds, blueberries, bananas, WATER (so important to stay hydrated). Good luck!!

1) Stretch. 2) Get fitted for running shoes that work with/for your particular gait. 3) Stay hydrated. 4) Moisture-wicking socks really DO prevent blisters. 5) Breathe. Breathing and posture can really make the difference between an awesome running experience and a horrible one.

I use portobello mushroom caps as my "crust" - top with homemade sundried tomato basil pesto, cheese, and lots of veggies. Roast at 450 for 10-12 minutes. Mm mm good!

That's incredible! Wow!!

I roast spaghetti squash and use it in place of spaghetti. It's absolutely delicious!

I've been a vegetarian for 8 years, and a vegan on and off throughout that time. Feel free to add me!

Thanks for the tips! It's been a long time since I've been backpacking and you're absolutely right. It's totally workout intensive and I should definitely find calorie-dense options.