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I’ve already told the kids they will be getting the two shots needed to prevent swine flu this year. Of course, this prompted lots of “no ways” and “I hate shots” drama from them. Tough, I figure a few shots won’t be such a big deal if I promise a trip to Dairy Queen for [...]
It’s surprising where you’ll find terrific online recipes that go with the Weight Watchers Momentum Plan. Of course, there is the Weight Watcher site. Then again, any website that offers nutritional information would work, and there’s a bunch out there by food companies, magazines and fitness gurus: Bob Greene’s TheBestLife.com has a list of of [...]
Halloween is traditionally the biggest candy holiday. Did you know that 30% of kids report that they sort their candy first when returning home with trick-or-treat loot? Only 20% of kids savor it, while 16% share it, 14% stash it, and 7% swamp it. Chocolate is kids’ favorite Halloween treat, followed by lollipops, gummy candy, [...]
Life has its ups and downs, and so does my weight it seems. I’m back on the heavy side again, even though I’ve been working out regularly when I haven’t been traveling. I’ve decided I’m in a diet and exercise rut and need to change it up to get back to where I want to [...]
I’m having a get together next week and have decided to turn it into a “soup and salad” party. While doing my online research, I found out that soup is an excellent food for anyone trying to lose weight or eat more healthfully. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Eating soup helps cut your [...]
One of the biggest challenges dieters face is eating at a restaurant. If you’re on a diet with a fixed daily menu, it’s impossible. It’s one of the reasons I gave up doing the Extreme Fat Smash Diet. However, for those of you on more flexible weight loss plans like Weight Watchers, dining out is [...]
Keeping with the ball theme started in last week’s post, Get rid of flab quickly by using an exercise ball, here are five videos that demonstrate several kinds of exercises you can do with an exercise ball. I do variations of the chest and shoulder presses as well as the abdominal exercises. I especially like [...]
As I travel through the grocery store I realize that another eating holiday – St. Patrick’s Day – is upon us. Here are five ways to cope when Irish tummies are growling. 1. Beer – If you must have a beer this St. Patrick’s Day, choose wisely. Instead of that nasty green Bud Light, treat [...]
My personal trainer introduced me to circuit training during our last session. Before, my usual routine was to ride the stationary bike for 30 minutes, then do an all over body workout with weight lifting machines or dumbbells. My new routine is to do five minutes of cardio on the Cybex Arc Trainer (my new [...]
This year my mission is to “blog-evangelize” or spread the word on why blogging is such a powerful tool. I mostly talk to writers on how to use blogging to promote their work. But why shouldn’t blogging be used by those trying to lose weight and get healthy, too? Here are 5 reasons to incorporate [...]
If you’ve read through this blog, you’ve probably noticed that I quit doing the Extreme Fat Smash diet. It’s a great plan but it stopped being practical for me once I could no longer exercise because of a knee injury. So I researched several online weight loss plans including: Weight Watchers Online The Biggest Loser [...]
(For more Five Things/Ways advice articles, click here.) According to Psychology Today, if you have some protein in your meal, you’ll go longer without feeling hungry. A great way to sneak more protein into your diet is to use protein drink powders. There are many varieties out there like soy or whey. I use whey [...]
(For more Five Things/Ways advice articles, click here.) Holidays are a fact of life – and tough for those trying to lose weight and stay on their diets. You’re going to be tempted by Thanksgiving dinners, Christmas brunches, and other celebration feasts. So what’s a dieter to do this time of year? 1. Give in [...]
(For more Five Things/Ways advice articles, click here.) I leave tomorrow for BlogWorld Expo 2007 in Las Vegas. Since I hurt my knee, I’m more concerned about keeping myself from walking too much. Nothing like walking around exhausted with a big ol’ limp. However, if I wasn’t injured, I’d be looking for ways to get [...]
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