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No good, very bad, day
Disclaimer: I believe talking about things gets rid of emotions So today... I'm sore from three days of butt kicking at the gym (excuse) The school I taught at for two years has "bumped" my position meaning I had to leave my babies and take a position at a new school (these students are literally my world) I'm butt over…
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Oh no you did not just say that!
So I went home Saturday because my brother came in town for a weekend. He is a freshman at Cal State Long Beach and graces us with his presence ever 2 years. Having him home is a true treat. So I trekked up to Northern Il, with groceries in the back. I decided I would make the fam-jam a meal. I had butternut squash and a…
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butternut squash is so underrated!
So I read on here a recipe for home fries using butternut squash. I was like butternut what? So I ventured out to my open air market and grabbed one. I looked at it for a week and then, I took a plunge. For the record, delicious. I baked them until slightly crispy with some cayenne and garlic salt! ummmmmmmmmmmm Does…
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Sweet tooth snack attack! Clif hanger mix
If you're anything like me sweets and treats are something you didn't cut out of your "healthy lifestyle change". Today I threw somethings together and came up with a great snack. I thought I would share it since sharing means caring! I will title this snack Clif hanger mix: Ingredients: Two cups air popped popcorn 60 cals…
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Miami beach tourist in need of suggestions
June5th-8th I have planned a college reunion for all our friends. After we graduated from ASU we moved across the universe. Quite literally! 13, young, naive, friends now span from Europe to Berkeley California. For a few years now I have been planning these ridiculous adventures to Vegas. This year we decided to switch…
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Mothers Day 5k...I'm nervous
As background info: I have always been the person to say, "I don't run!" or "Look at this body, not built for running. It's built for sleeping and eating." My mom and I have been running (I use the term loosely since I usually whine and walk while she jogs in place) a 5k together on the 4th of July since I was 16 (I'm now…
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What to do with a slab of tofu
I want to try tofu but really have no idea what to buy or how to prep. it. Any really great ideas? Also.... How about fresh eggplant.
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No longer a licensed liar
My weight on my license said I was 125 when I wasn’t. I was probably 140 when I publicly claimed that weight. Today I am a liar no more. In fact I am less than what it says. (Part of me wants to go get another one but that’s not really rational!) Anyone else licensed to be proud?
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Hysterical Gym Tales..tell me your best gym story
Recently I have taken it upon myself to become an exercise diva. I’m not completely sure what this title means but I do know I have meetings six days a week at a Bally’s and those meetings last for about 90 minutes. Let me get to the funny part… So, yesterday, I was on the elliptical, kicking my tush, when I let my over…
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Bread
What is the best bread for you and why? Whole wheat? White? Honey wheat? Nutty wheaty white?? (made that up)
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Bikram Yoga
If I remember correctly we have a large number of Yogi's here (people who adore yoga). I tried a yoga class this weekend that I think others should know about. Bikram yoga. The class I took was 90 minutes long, 105 degrees and 40% humidity. I’m sure these conditions sound terrible but in all actuality it was cleansing and…
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I'm itching for the teens
We have all been there. I have been there before even. I have read Banks entries, I have researched, I have dedicated myself to this change, I am at a plateau. I started in January and have been a health machine. I spend waking hours researching and learning all about the body. I find out new ways to maximize workouts,…
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Does anyone have tips for my two week vacation?
Hello! I am about two go on a two week vacation for my spring break. I have been exercising, living like a healthy lil' lady, now for 2 months and have lost 16 lbs. I want to keep the big goal going. I am staying with friends and have already purchased guest passes to the gyms by their homes. I also intend to go grocery…
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When I do hit goal weight what do I eat?
I have been counting calories now for months. I have ate 1,200 a day for as long as I can remember. What happens when I hot the goal weight? How many do I eat to maintain? How many equal weight gain?
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inspiration
Initially, I just wanted to loose 10. In the back of mind I was hoping for 25 but I thought 10 is good, for me, for now. Well I am currently 15 lbs lighter and well on my way to being a better me. When no one noticed the weight-loss I was inspired by the lack of understanding. When people started to notice I started to…
