Step Away From the Cake

Hmmmm, it sounds like fun.I will check it out. I a...

2012-01-26T20:36:50.237-10:00

Hmmmm, it sounds like fun.I will check it out. I agree with you about playing mindless games after a whole day of work. I'd like to do that too, something that I will just have fun with and not think or analyze a thing.

I feel exactly the same way. And why is it so eas...

2011-11-27T03:33:22.887-10:00

I feel exactly the same way. And why is it so easy to eat well when our husbands are gone and so hard when they're home? Why.....why? I just spoke with my husband about cutting sugar out of our diets. Dessert once a week....and we go out....and enjoy it.....and be done with it. This post reminds me why this is such a good idea! Mama P

Good luck with your cold. Hopefully you will be ba...

2011-11-13T01:09:06.687-10:00

Good luck with your cold. Hopefully you will be back on track soon with those delicious fruits & vegetables.

I love your easy going way you forgave yourself in...

2011-10-25T22:45:49.869-10:00

I love your easy going way you forgave yourself instead of getting down on yourself. I am a person who experiences a lot of self doubt and hold myself to the highest standards. I might have to take a page out of your book and be willing to change things up when it is needed :)

I hear you! I start back at Day 1 every few month...

2011-10-24T07:14:13.810-10:00

I hear you! I start back at Day 1 every few months I feel like. I fall off the wagon about 2-3 times a year and will have 2-3 weeks where I don't see the gym and I just eat whatever's easy. Then my trainer e-mails me/calls me and I get back into the gym, back to fitness bootcamp, back to running. Its not easy, but the fact that we GO BACK is what's important!

I did WW, it worked. Then I gained some back and ...

2011-10-19T09:15:38.918-10:00

I did WW, it worked. Then I gained some back and had to do a new diet. I decided on the 17 day diet, it's just a book and I sure learned alot. Why would you join something you didn't want to again? You know how to properly feed yourself from the first go around. Maybe do the weightwatchers from a cleaner angle?

I've recently read and heard a lot about what ...

2011-09-21T07:28:35.710-10:00

I've recently read and heard a lot about what you refer to as the paleo diet. I've also heard it referred to as a plant based, whole foods diet. I can't wait to check back and hear how your 30 days went! I'm attempting a weight-loss based blog myself for the first time. I'd love your support and I will definitely be checking back with you and seeing your ideas! Thanks!

Sincerely, Elle

http://selfhelp-less.blogspot.com/

Sounds like an excellent group of things to commit...

2011-08-22T10:18:06.393-10:00

Sounds like an excellent group of things to commit to!

It's so easy for me to 'graze' when I ...

2011-08-01T06:53:01.100-10:00

It's so easy for me to 'graze' when I get home! I can be good all day until I am home from work and the gym and I become a black hole for food. This post makes me want to watch that again and be much better about it! Thanks

Teri meat is the local term for teriakyi meat. It...

2011-07-23T06:46:35.044-10:00

Teri meat is the local term for teriakyi meat. It's thin sliced meat that is marinated in teriakyi sauce and cooked quickly. Delish!!!!

What is teri meat?

2011-07-22T08:14:38.175-10:00

What is teri meat?

Good for you! You had a few missteps, but the impo...

2011-07-14T09:10:55.360-10:00

Good for you! You had a few missteps, but the important thing is that you're headed out now for a run. Keep up the great work!

I love the quote. It's SO true. Over 15 years...

2011-06-01T02:45:34.974-10:00

I love the quote. It's SO true. Over 15 years, I learned that relying on will power and goal setting alone can be a losing proposition! So... I set out determined to understand why some stay thin while others do not.

My takeaway? Learn to fuel your body and your stomach's desire properly.

Translation:

Mix good fats, good carbs and protein at EACH meal..

Enjoy LOTS of good fat! Think Coconut Oil (it's a miracle oil really), olive oil, saflower oil, almonds, etc. Fats are filling and satisfying and if you chose wisely can actually help your metabolism along.

Never skimp on protein. Again, it's a filler and it evens out blood sugar.

Go for good carbs like veggies and fruits of course, but don't forget rice and potatoes -- in moderation! Avoid gluten if you can. It can clog up your system. I went gluten-free with my ADHD son and lost 10 lbs in a snap!

Perhaps MOST importantly, drink WATER. Pure water. Not lemondae or soda. Your body processes anything with flavor as food. Drinking enough water can boost your metabolism as much as 17%!!

If you're interested, check out the iphone app... Eat, Drink, Lose for more tips and tricks and lists of slimming foods

In my experience, many people are unable to stick ...

2011-05-28T04:22:45.868-10:00

In my experience, many people are unable to stick to their exercise plan because of their tendency to postpone working out. In such cases, teaming up with a close friend to exercise daily is helpful. It is easier to stick to the exercise than think up excuses to avoid it.

Well actually, the little things will really make ...

2011-05-25T18:51:45.337-10:00

Well actually, the little things will really make you happy with yourself.. Until it becomes a whole.. Why dont you check at our site! We have lots of great advice! http://www.spokanefitnesssecrets.com/

What kind of salsa is that on your eggs? I persona...

2011-03-26T14:34:10.384-10:00

What kind of salsa is that on your eggs? I personally am getting tired of a lot of the big brands, and love some of the more organic stuff at CostCo and Sams

Dog walking makes everyone happy!

2011-03-12T13:21:14.652-10:00

Dog walking makes everyone happy!

i got that where can i buy a unicorn comment too, ...

2011-02-22T17:06:02.746-10:00

i got that where can i buy a unicorn comment too, on the same exact day you did (dec 18). really head scratching, and kinda sad because i cant offer an answer.

At first, I was cynical about these barefoot runni...

2011-02-03T02:11:37.118-10:00

At first, I was cynical about these barefoot running shoes, not until I got my Vibram Five Fingers as a Christmas gift from my husband. Everything changed and it only took me 2 weeks to adapt with its style and feeling. In fact, there are so many health benefits that we can learn from it. Check out this site - The Wonders of Vibram Five Fingers

I hope you foot feels ok!

2010-11-17T10:36:24.731-10:00

I hope you foot feels ok!

I recently downloaded the same app, hoping to get ...

2010-09-27T00:34:02.309-10:00

I recently downloaded the same app, hoping to get off my butt and use it soon too

googled my fav treat and saw your blog.. I've ...

2010-09-05T18:20:21.235-10:00

googled my fav treat and saw your blog.. I've been hooked on these for a year after sampling one at a costco. I was even buying them from a wholesaler when I couldn't find them in my area! Luckily, Sam's Club is carrying them again! And its way cheaper buying them that way, and they're the single serving bars.. YUM!

I've been a slacker lately, but I'm catchi...

2010-08-14T07:54:44.225-10:00

I've been a slacker lately, but I'm catching up on my blog reading.

I haven't seen these at my stores, but I know I'd be in big trouble! Yum!

Yay! Good luck at the race!

2010-07-29T14:09:48.307-10:00

Yay! Good luck at the race!

I'm shifting my habits starting today as well....

2010-07-11T07:13:12.333-10:00

I'm shifting my habits starting today as well. Half a day in and so far so good but I know better than to think I have it nailed for even one day yet...