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| Weight Loss | Short girls here - around 5 feet! | Aug 29 2008 03:11 (UTC) |
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Hi rievesd, My first suggestion is to simply start tracking your food intake with this website. I found it to be a very eye-opening experience. From there, make the necessary changes to stay within your daily caloric needs. Hope this helps you get started! Sue |
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| Weight Loss | Short girls here - around 5 feet! | Aug 25 2008 19:08 (UTC) |
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Jesi - You CAN do this! 1. Set small goals. 2. Start with finding out how many calories you need to eat each day and start tracking it here on this website. 3. Find out where the majority of your calories are coming from and try to find healthier alternatives. 4. Join the YMCA. I started taking classes last Fall adn that helped me feel so much better about myself. It gave me more energy which helped to motivate me to start working out more. Also, mine offers free babysitting services. So don't let your kids hinder you. Call around and find out the specials at local gyms. Fall is a great time to get a great deal on a membership. BTW, I wish I had know that gyms offered free child care services. I felt trapped with my two for a long time. I have 2 kids, 15 mos. apart. They are now ages 5 and 6. Getting in a workout (even now) without the kids is a nice break! Good luck! Sue
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| Weight Loss | Short girls here - around 5 feet! | Aug 10 2008 03:17 (UTC) |
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O.K. Girls - I have to make a confession. I fell off the bandwagon. I went on vacation and could not track my calories. I only had the opportunity to walk/run 1 day and only golfed 9 holes because it rained EVERY day - ugh. As if the rain was not insult to injury alone, I returned tonight (after a 12 hour drive) to step on the scale and see that I gained 6 pounds!!! YIKES! I am hoping that a couple of those lbs. are due to the fact that I am in the middle of my monthly cycle coupled with the fact that I ate something "bad" and had to take Imodium yesterday. Needless to say, I have not gone #2 since taking that. I feel better, but very bloated. I am hoping things will look better in a few days. Bottom line, I have a lot of calorie counting and exercise to do to fix my dilemma!! |
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| Weight Loss | Problems with weight loss! Is this true. | Jul 31 2008 13:22 (UTC) |
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You're probably hungry because you're not getting enough calories. 1300 is very few. I am 5' 1/2" and weigh 109. My goal is about 105. My personal recommended calorie intake is 1400, more if I work out. Also, have found that there are days I am just really hungry, so I eat a little more and have found that not only am I satisfied (and not feeling hungry), but I am still losing weight. Like the others have said, be sure bring your own snacks. Carrot sticks, grapes - things that are crunchy satisfy the "snack-y" cravings. For lunch, bring or tuna chicken salad (make them with grey poupon mustard and very little mayo.) You may also want to eat a good breakfast. The "protein pancakes" I found through this website are delicious and filling. Egg white omlets are also filling and help to win the battle against wanting the kids snacks. It is easier to give in to temptation if you are feeling hungry. BTW, protein pancake recipe (serves 2):
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| Foods | What's so bad about McDonald's french fries? | Jul 31 2008 03:35 (UTC) |
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Wow! What a debate. While I agree, McD's fries are not the best "dieting" choice - as you can find far more things with less calories and more filling... I too realized that they are not all that terrible either. On Tuesday, the kids and I were running errands and didn't have time to go back home to pack a lunch for the park. I decided to "splurge" on my calories and treat the kids, so we went to McDonald's. I ordered a small fry and a grilled chicken sandwich. I drank water on the side. This was the first time I had fast food since I started eating better and working out. I was sure I had added 1000 calories to my day and would have to work like a fiend to get rid of them. To my surprise, it didn't. After my McD's meal; I made an veggie/eggwhite omlet for dinner - in fear that I ruined my calories for the day. When I tracked my calories at the end of the day, I was surprised to find that I was UNDER calories. Granted, I don't eat like this everyday, but I don't think the occasional McD's fries will out you over the edge. My motto is this: Everything in moderation. I think if you deprive yourself of every "bad" thing, you'll fall off the wagon and never get back on. ENJOY! |
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| Weight Loss | Short girls here - around 5 feet! | Jul 25 2008 19:37 (UTC) |
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Hi Ladies! This thread is so refreshing. It's hard to find a place for us lil' people. When I talk about losing weight and working out to feel better, I get laughed at. CC can be a tough place when people focus on weight numbers, not what's right for an individual. I am 5 1/2" (5'1 with shoes) and hit my max weight of 114 lbs. I have never had to work out before. I always maintained a healthy weight without it. But now that I turned 35 this year, my metabolism seems to be slowing down. To make matters worse, I had 2 difficut pregnancies (I was on IV's for the first 6 months with both of my kids from hyperemesis) and I lost a lot of muscle tone. With 2 young kids (who are 15 months apart), I found it difficult to find the time to work out. Now that my kids are 5 and 6, I feel it is time to get some "me" time. I started taking 2 classes at the YMCA (boding toning and aerobics) this summer and just signed up for another 7 weeks. I also found this forum and joined on June 26th. After tracking my calories for a few days, I realized that I was simply over-eating. I was typically eating 1800-1900 calories a day. So I am working on portion-control. My goal calories is 1400 for the day, but I typically go over from time to time (but usually less than 1500). Some days I splurge and eat 1600. Since June 24th, I have lost 4 lbs. and weigh 110. I have also gained more muscle definition and feel so much better. I still have tummy flab that needs to go. My goal is 106, but I will re-evaluate when I get there. I am just happy to be working out, toning up and feeling better. I am not as concerned about the actual weight. But, it is nice to know a few people whose goals are in the low 100 lbs range and not be judged and ridiculed that your goals are ridiculous. |
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| Foods | What is your biggest food vice? | Jul 25 2008 14:56 (UTC) |
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I would definitely have to say cheese. I used to put it on everything - salads, pasta, mac'n'cheese, pizza, cheese and crackers. Sigh. I love cheese. But my other vice that I craze once a month are salt and vinegar chips - love that salty/tangy combo. Add a piece of chocolate and I'm in heaven. But oh, the aftermath - lol. |
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| Weight Loss | How much fiber do you consume? How can I add fiber, without the calories?? | Jul 25 2008 01:00 (UTC) |
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lalabanana - thank you so much for your informative response! Thanks to everyone else too, it is all very insightful. I had Fiber One cereal yesterday morning and was able to increase my fiber to 30 grams. Last night I felt the aftermath and it is, um..."dissipating" today (lol). I felt so full all day today and I am just now (36 hours later) starting to feel normal. But I gained weight from yesterday, even though my calories were on target. I'm not sure if I can do this everyday, but I will work more fiber into my meals to gradually increase it over time. Maybe 1/2 a bowl of cereal or fiber cereal sprinkled onto yogurt might help. Thanks again everyone! |
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| Foods | For the Love of Cheese; or Cheese, Wonderful Cheese | Jul 24 2008 19:20 (UTC) |
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I LOVE cheese. I know I overdo it and it is my weakness. I have been cutting back on calories and using reduced fat mayo, etc. But I cannot skimp on the cheese. But I'd rather do the full-fat version and measure out my portion, than eat the low-fat kind. I feel it is too "rubbery". I can't eat the soy-based cheeses because I am allergic to soy. So many people are lactose intolerant and have to eat soy-products, I am the other way around and soy seems to be an additive in everything these days. |
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| Foods | Any good fat free/low fat mayo? | Jul 24 2008 18:58 (UTC) |
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I like the taste of Helman's Regular Mayo - but it is full of fat. I have now switched to Smart Balance Omega Mayonnaise. It has only 50 calories and 5 grams fat per TBSP and it takes the same as Helman's. For tuna fish, I mix up one can of tuna with 1/2 TBSP Smart Balance mayo, 1 tsp Grey Poupon dijon mustard, 1 TBSP capers, and add onion and celery.
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| Weight Loss | Are "burning fat" and "losing weight" essentially the same thing??? | Jul 24 2008 16:56 (UTC) |
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I'm not sure if this helps, but I have read that you never actually lose fat cells. Once your body has created a fat cell, it stays with you forever. By eating less and exercising, you can shrink the cell, but it never acutally goes away. I think this is part of the reasoning it is harder to lose weight than it is to gain it back. There are certain times in your life when fat cells are added rapidly. 1. When a baby is in utero (based on what the mother eats and there is some predisposition) 2. During teenage years, when your metabolism is high and many kids eat whatever they want. Eventually it catches up when you get older. The fat cell is there. And with less activity, it just grows in size. So when things say you can "burn fat" - you are not actually losing them, just reducing them in size. |
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| Weight Loss | 23 F need to drop 15 pds, Burn/ Cals Help! | Jul 21 2008 03:41 (UTC) |
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Hi there, I am also 5'1" (technically 5' 1/2") but who's counting. Anyway, I started on this forum a few weeks ago. My high point was 114 and I am now down to 110. My goal is 106, then I'll reassess at that point if I feel like I need to lose more. My "goal" calorie intake is 1400 (but I usually eat around 1550). My burn meter is 1860. My setting is at "light activity". I find that 1400 calories is a bit restrictive. I'd rather do more exercise, than control my food that much. Some days are easier than others. Bottom line, I try to make sure that the calories I eat are less than my burn meter. Therefore, if I eat more on a particular day or I know I am going out to eat, I do more exercise to compensate Hope this helps! Good luck!
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| Weight Loss | Petite? | Jul 19 2008 14:10 (UTC) |
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Weekly check-in for July 18th O.K., I know I am a little late in the weekly check-in. I went berry picking yesterday, then dinner with the family and forgotto post.
I have been working hard - counting every calorie, preparing healthy meals, eating fewing portions and trying to stick to 1400 calories per day - I am usually more like 1500-1600, but I'm adding exercise. My husband is really proud of me. I have had a few indulgences, like ice cream, but I stuck to small kid-size portions. I even had a beer last night - but just one. Good luck everyone, I am headed to the treadmill now. :) |
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| Weight Loss | Size 4's -- how large are your thighs? | Jul 17 2008 00:54 (UTC) |
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I wear a size 4 and my thighs are 19". I am acutally working to increase the size of mine - I feel like my thighs could use some more muscle tone. |
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| Foods | pitas | Jul 15 2008 03:39 (UTC) |
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I just realized the same thing the other day. I was astounded that a whole pita was 200 calories! I figureed out I was better with my whole grain bread. But I made a pleasant discovery with wraps. "Flat Out Wraps" are only 100 calories and have 8 grams of fiber! Sue |
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| Recipes | Low Calorie Mexican Food? | Jul 15 2008 03:25 (UTC) |
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Here's another one that I love to make - it is Applebees Tequila lime chicken. Go to http://myweb.cableone.het/howle/page/tequilal ime_chicken.html. One note of caution - it's a little spicy :) It is a really yummy marinade for the chicken. Then there is a sauce called Mexi-Ranch dressing, that goes with it. I use low fat mayo and reduced fat sour cream. The recipe makes 1/2 cup of dressing. I personally think this is WAAY too much. So I make 1/2 the recipe and it's still a lot (I only add about 1-2 TBSP) per serving. You can also use low fat cheese to top or even omit it all together to further reduce the calories. Happy Eating. Sue |
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| Recipes | Low Calorie Mexican Food? | Jul 15 2008 03:17 (UTC) |
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I make a mexican "lasagna" that's pretty good, although I have not counted out the calories on this site, but the source I got it from says: 415 calories, 13.3g fat, 27.2 protein, 55.2 carbs, 10.4 fiber, 41 mg cholesterol, 970 sodium. Use an 8 x 8 pan for a family of 4. I make my own salsa, it has less sodium and other unneccessary "extras". Use: fresh tomatoes or 1 can diced tomatoes, (I add 1 tsp sugar to sweeten the tomatoes, but this is optonal), 2 TBSP cilantro, salt/pepper, 2 TBSP diced onions or green onions, 1 clove minced garlic
Preheat oven to 450 degrees Combine first 4 ingredients. Spread 2/3 cup sauce at bottom of 8x8 pan (coated with cooking spray). Arrange 2 noodles over sauce, top with 1/2 cup corn and half of the beans. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese and 2/3 cup salsa. REPEAT layers once. Spread remaining sauce over noodles. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Cover and bake 30 minutes, until bubbly. Let stand 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle with onions. Serves 4 |
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| Foods | Fast Food suggestions??? | Jul 12 2008 02:33 (UTC) |
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Hi April, Sorry to hear about all the negativity that others are bringing to you question. I understand that you want to leave the jobsite - who doesn't. My best suggestion is similar to the previous poster. 1. Choose items that are not fried or breaded (like chicken - get it grilled instead of fried). 2. Ask for no mayo and use mustard instead. Ask for extra veggies (tomatoes, lettuce, etc.) 3. Choose salads with the dressing on the side. Just dip your fork in the dressing - never dress the salad directly. This saves a lot of calories. 4. Water, instead of pop. 5. Don't eat all of the bread/bun - these are wasted calories. Lastly, you can google the restaurants you would like to go to and get the calories for the menu items. That way you can be prepared. And know what the calorie content is ahead of time. Good luck! |
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| Weight Loss | Petite? | Jul 11 2008 18:40 (UTC) |
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Weekly check-in for July 11th
Glories:
Confession:
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| Weight Loss | Help - analysis report. Need to eat better. | Jul 11 2008 00:57 (UTC) |
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I am not sure if anyone can click on the link to see what I ate that day, but the complete breakdown is listed below. BTW, I notced that I accidentally added an item twice to my lunch portion, so the corrected version is listed below. I know that cheese tends to be my weakness and downfall, but I try not to consume more than one serving a day. This particular day, I had it twice (once as a late afternoon snack and the other in my dinner/salad). I have learned about 2 different concepts of eating - 50 carbs/30 protein/20 fat, while the other concept is 40 carbs/40 protein/ 20 fat. I read an article that suggested following the latter plan, if you carry your weight as an "apple" shape (opposed to pear). I carry my weight in my stomach, arms and chest. Thanks again for your input and suggestions. Sue Wed, Jul 02 2008 Grade Grams Cals Breakfast BREAKSTONE'S COTTAGE CHEESE LOWFAT 2% MILKFAT SMALL CURD - BREAKSTONE'S B 41 30 Crushed Pineapple in Its Own Juice B 81 47 Heartland Granola C 50 200 Lunch Chicken, Breast, Meat Only - Cooked, Roasted B 70 116 Celery - Raw A 40 6 Classic Dijon Mustard 5 5 Smart Balance Omega Plus Light Mayonnaise 15 50 Honey, Strained Or Extracted B- 6 18 Grapes A 24 16 Dinner Mixed Baby Greens - Organic Specialty Salads A 85 15 Blue Cheese D+ 14 49 Almonds, Sliced B 14 76 Apples - Gala A 113 55 Apple Raisin Carrot Salad B 71 103 tarragon vinegretter D+ 17 87 Wine, Table, White C 177 145 Chicken, Breast, Meat Only - Cooked, Roasted B 70 116 Snacks Bananas - Fresh Fruit B+ 126 110 Vermont Cheddar Cheese (Yellow & White) C- 28 110 Triscuit Crackers Baked Whole Grain Wheat Original B 28 120 Butter Light - Microwave Popcorn B- 12 43 Total Calories Consumed 1,516
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Cals Breakfast BREAKSTONE'S COTTAGE CHEESE LOWFAT 2% MILKFAT SMALL CURD - BREAKSTONE'S B 41 30 Crushed Pineapple in Its Own Juice B 81 47 Heartland Granola C 50 200 Lunch Chicken, Breast, Meat Only - Cooked, Roasted B 70 116 Celery - Raw A 40 6 Classic Dijon Mustard 5 5 Smart Balance Omega Plus Light Mayonnaise 15 50 Honey, Strained Or Extracted B- 6 18 Grapes A 24 16 Chicken, Breast, Meat Only - Cooked, Roasted B 70 116 Dinner Mixed Baby Greens - Organic Specialty Salads A 85 15 Blue Cheese D+ 14 49 Almonds, Sliced B 14 76 Apples - Gala A 113 55 Apple Raisin Carrot Salad B 71 103 tarragon vinegretter D+ 17 87 Wine, Table, White C 177 145 Chicken, Breast, Meat Only - Cooked, Roasted B 70 116 Snacks Bananas - Fresh Fruit B+ 126 110 Vermont Cheddar Cheese (Yellow & White) C- 28 110 Triscuit Crackers Baked Whole Grain Wheat Original B 28 120 Butter Light - Microwave Popcorn B- 12 43 Total Calories Consumed 1,632 |
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| Weight Loss | Need advice - not really loosing weight | Jul 10 2008 15:06 (UTC) |
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Hi Lora, I understand your frustration. I've had 2 kids (now ages 5 and 6yrs) and I am 5' and 1/2" (I say 5'1" with heels). I weigh 111.5 - I started at 114 and my goal is 106. It personally think it is much harder to lose when you are near your goal weight. My BMR is also close to 1200. For women, you don't want to eat less than 1200 anyway, so eating 500 cal per day less isn't an option for us petite women. This means you have to work out more in order to lose and be diligent about selecting the right foods to keep a well-balanced diet that is low in calories. As you mentioned, you want to tone up. Keep in mind that muscle weighs more than fat, so adding muscle and losing fat is almost a wash. You might not see much difference on the scale, but gradually you will start to feel and see the improvements by the tape measure. In fact, my aerobics instructor mentioned the same thing to me - don't just rely on the scale, measure your results by inches lost (arms, legs, thighs, etc). I am going through this same process myself. I try to stay motivated to keep going. I started tracking through calorie count plus a few weeks ago and I have to say this is helping tremendously - because I can help portion control. I eat healthy, just too much for my size. If it mkes you feel better, I have never worn a bikini (I'm too self conscious) and have tummy bulge - always have, but it's worse since having kids. So be proud of your confidence! Keep up the good work. You'll get there! |
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| Calorie Count | Recipe Servings | Jul 10 2008 14:47 (UTC) |
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I agree with this problem wholeheartedly. There have been several times that there are foods that are not on the food list and I add a food item using the form (not just a recipe). That form takes all the info for a serving, but I may have only eaten 1/2 of the serving. At least I have all the information I need, so I just fill in the form and before I submit it, I go back and "half" or "quarter" the calories, protein, fat, etc. myself using a calculator to fit the quantity I ate. At least I get the stats I need, it just takes a lot longer to get there. |
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| Recipes | Favorite Smoothie Recipes? | Jul 08 2008 01:28 (UTC) |
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Wow - that DOES dound like a lot of wheat germ. I personally would add 1-2 TBSP. 1/2 cup is like eating a whole bowl of cereal!! If I don't make a shake, I'll eat 1/2 cup yogurt, 1/2 berries and/or banana and just 1/4 cup granola cereal. Sue |
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| Weight Loss | Petite? | Jul 04 2008 15:21 (UTC) |
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O.K. It's Friday, 4th of July and here's my weigh-in:
I was at 111 yesterday morning, but we attended a party last night and watched the fireworks. I didn't eat as well as I could have, but I maintained control. I stuck to the chips and salsa, opposed to the cream-based dips. I am sure it is the 1.5 bottles of Mike's hard cranberry that put me over the edge (lol). I don't ususally drink much, but I understand the alcohol adds on the calories. I've stuck to my work out classes and also got on the treadmill one extra time this week. I have also been very good at sticking to my calorie requirements or a bit under. |
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| Foods | Why do you choose to drink an alternative to cow milk? | Jun 30 2008 18:39 (UTC) |
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I find it interesting, reading all the posts. Where so many people are allergic to milk, I am the opposite - I am allergic to soy. So I cannot drink the Soy Milk alternatives. Having said that, I am very cruious about trying the Almond milk - I've never heard of that before. |
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| Recipes | Favorite Smoothie Recipes? | Jun 30 2008 18:25 (UTC) |
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My first recipe is similar to yours - never tried the almond extract - but it sounds good! You can also add 1 Tbsp of wheat germ to any smoothie for added fiber, but the consistency is an aquired taste. #1) Strawberry-Banana Smoothie 1 medium banana, 4-5 large strawberries, 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt (or any other flavor), 1/4 cup milk, 8 ice cubes. You can also add 1 tsp of honey, but I leave it out to save on calories. #2) Banana-Mango Smoothie 1/2 medium banana, 1/2 - 1 mango cubed, 1/2 cup pineapple juice (or orange juice), 1 tsp lime juice, 8 ice cubes. #3) Raspberry Lemonade Smoothie 1/2 cup lemonade, 1/2 cup lemon yogurt, 3/4 cup raspberries, 8 ice cubes #4) Chocolate-Mocha Banana smoothie 1 medium banana, 1/2 cup coffee yogurt (or vanilla or chocolate mousse yogurt), 1/4 cup milk, 2 tbsp Ovaltine (or other choclate powder mix), 8 ice cubes. Enjoy! Sue |
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| Weight Loss | Petite? | Jun 28 2008 20:34 (UTC) |
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Hi Everyone, I am new to CC - I joined on June 26th. I hope you'll let me join in your group. I don't have much to loses, but 8 pounds is a lot on a little frame. I am 5' - 1/2" (I say I'm 5'1 with shoes) and currently weigh 113. I guess I'd like to be 106 lbs., but I don't really care what the scale says. I'd simply like my pants and tops to fit better. I have been tracking my calories for the past couple days and I am so shocked by how quickly they add up. I am happy to report that I have lost 1 lb. since tracking. It forces me to look at the portions and eat 1 serving (not several, but just putting things on a plate). For the most part, I eat a healthy, well balanced diet, but I like almost everyone else, I could make some better choices. I could also simply eat smaller portions. My trouble spots: tummy fat, back fat and bigger upper arms, coupled with poor muscle tone. I am also big chested, which makes me look bigger than I really am. I was very sick with both of my kids' pregnancies (I had Hyperemesis). That's a big fancy word for uncontrollable vomitting. I was on IV's and TPN for the first 6 months and could not even hold down water. I didn't have much muscle tone to begin with, but what I had is gone. I am currently taking 2 YMCA classes. One is a 1/2 hour body toning immediately followed by a 1 hour aerobics class - they meet 2x a week. My kids are now 5 and 6 and since they are no longer babies, I feel I can take some time for myself. I have noticed more strength and some building of muscle, but I have a long way to go. Thanks for listening to me ramble! I look forward to hearing for you! Sue |
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| Recipes | Recipe: Eggplant Pizzaiola (Pizza style Eggplant) | Jun 27 2008 01:04 (UTC) |
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Hey Everyone, I make this all the time. Here's how I make it and my tips: 1. Slice the eggplant SUPER thin. As thin as you can get it. This allows the eggplant to get crispy. If they are thick cuts, then it will get wet and soggy and personally, I think it's gross to eat that way. 2. Spray the cookie sheet with Pam or use a Silpat. 3. I dip my eggplant in an eggwash, but this step could be skipped to save on calories. Place eggplant on cookie sheet and sprinkle oregano on each one. Then add shredded mozzarella cheese. (I don't add sauce). 4. Bake under the broiler for about 3-5 minutes (with the door slightly open). Be sure to watch them. As soon as the cheese gets bubbly and brown, they're done. 5. Serve with spaghetti sauce on the side. 6. I usually serve this as a side dish to spaghetti. Hope this helps :) Sue |
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| Fitness | Is my Ab work out creating more tummy bulge?! | Jun 26 2008 18:18 (UTC) |
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rnjt - thanks for the link. I tried the test and was able to keep my back flat against the floor from start to finish. I am pretty flexible. I don't have an ab roller, but I've used my ball at home. I can keep working on that. floggingsully - I am actually taking 2 classes - one is a body toning class for 30 minutes, then immediately following is a 1 hour aerobic class. So I am working on both aspects of conditioning (aerobic to get my heart rate up and toning). I don't do a ton of sit-ups or crunches - just the ones we do in class, which is not every time. They work different body areas each day. They rotate between legs, abs, arms, etc. On another note - aren't you supposed to pull your stomach muscles in while doing crunches? Otherwise doesn't it causes them to push the muscle outwards?? I guess it sounds like I just need to eat less. Kinda hard when you work out and want to eat more! And I really don't eat much to begin with. In fact I am trying to eat breakfast every morning (I don't normally) so that is adding to the calories. Thanks for the input! Sue |
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