diet

I’ve noticed that many of the moms at preschool drop-off are decked out in fabulous workout gear. Two hours later when we all reconvene to gather our kiddos, they are fresh from the gym...sweaty and glowy from feeling the burn. Right now, my schedule isn’t super gym-friendly. I joined a gym i... Read More

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There are days when the only thing that gets me motivated to get on the treadmill in my basement is the fact that I get to listen to my music while I walk/run. Most of my workout music is inappropriate for small ears. Hence the appeal. Nothing says “me time” like a little Lady GaGa or Nickleback... Read More

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So, it’s that time. The time where we all revel in the completed holiday to-do lists and feel an overwhelming sense of freedom because the big fire-breathing holiday season is now behind us. Time to make those New Year’s Resolutions, baby! You would think that someone that has been working... Read More

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Last week after I admitted to winging it through my diet and the remaining peppermint-filled days leading to Christmas, I found myself standing on the scale...scowling. Three pounds gained. OVERNIGHT. The night before was Saturday and I had enjoyed a bacon cheeseburger and fries. I may have ev... Read More

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If I had more room the title of this post would be “Dieting During the Holidays...I Don’t Know What I’m Doing Either.” I didn’t write my healthy living post last week because I didn’t have anything to say other than... I’m dodging holiday treats. Help meeeeeeeee. Trying to act... Read More

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Over the last six years my weight has fluctuated up and down with diets, indulgence, and pregnancy. I’ve noticed a pattern. When I keep an eye on the scale and weigh myself regularly, I stay healthy and on-track. As soon as my good eating habits and activity levels take a dive, I become less... Read More

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There are two reasons that I write these healthy living posts each week. 1. Documenting my progress gives me a reason to reflect on the choices and activities that led to the numbers on the scale, the fit of my jeans, and my overall mood. 2. I think sharing what it really takes for us to get a... Read More

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As I mentioned earlier this week, I went on a Disney Cruise.  It was fantastic and the food was some of the best I’ve ever eaten. So, naturally, I gained 5 pounds. I’m not sorry. Maybe I would be bummed about messing up my vacation diet if I had gained those 5 pounds because I spent a ... Read More

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This week, I’m going to talk about portion control, or the more specific lesson that I learned—don’t eat like a man. Maybe you can. But my husband is 6-foot-8. He’s a really strong, really hardworking guy , which means he can pack it away. For most of the 11 years we’ve been married, I�... Read More

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So, I’ve started hiding food. From myself. I feel altogether NUTS and proud at the same time. I mean, am I this person now? The person that hides Halloween candy in the coat closet until the first ding-dong kicks off the trick-or-treating extravaganza? Remember my Chocolate Caramel Apple ... Read More

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