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Sorry, but I think I may shut this blog down...

At first, I thought it was inspiring, but as I researched disordered eating I realized that although I wasn't getting ED per se, I really shouldn't be spendingall my time thinking about what I eat. I also get discouraged by others losing tons of weight, because it just doesn't happen for me. Technically, my body is in a healthy range, so even one pound is a major struggle, plus most of it seems to get negated by my strength training related muscle gains. I don't want to be a model or anything silly like that. I just want to wear the jeans I used to because I like them and I don't wanna buy new ones. And I will get there. However, it's gonna be slow and healthy, and I'm not gonna freak over missed workouts or cookie cravings. I'm going to eat what makes me feel good, and excercise when it makes me feel good. For me, the best way to do that is to unfollow all the fitblrs and stop blogging about it.

I'm gonna take a few days and decide how I feel about this decision, then the unfollowing and deleting begins. I'm sorry everyone, and if I unfollow you it's nothing personal.

I really do wish all of you the best!

#leaving the fitblr community?

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HBO: Weight of the Nation

Thanks to @roadto224 for letting us know that HBO has put their series on YouTube! I’ve just finished watching Episode 1. Things that it made my brain do:

MUST make my kid earn that TV/video game time, even though it means work for me

A small amount of weight loss (4% yeah!) is better than none at all or a gain!

Americans must separate the term VALUE (meal) from GOOD (for you)

Watch them here:

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

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calories burned chart by 150lbsto120lbs. please reblog. don’t steal it.

#fitspo #useful

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Actually, me and fat aren't getting along so well lately. I think fat will be leaving me soon. (at least I hope so. It's been a pretty dysfunctional relationship.) ;D

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Conceited

“I look better than you.”

“I’m the most beautiful person in the world.”

“No one can compare to me.”

“You should look more like me.”

“I’m perfect.”

Confidence

“I look good today.”

“I’m not ugly.”

“I like myself.”

“Have to admit, I am cute.”

“I’m beautiful the way I am.”

Just some examples of the difference between being conceited and being confident. Get those things straight.

Conceited vs. Confidence

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CARDIO:

Boxer Babe Cardio Workout

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i85WUbYQSbI

Abs and Cardio Workout

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLGmwIXIWtc

10 minute workout to loose body fat

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sxsUPbtiys

POP CARDIO:

Food Baby HIIT Workout

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSIgraWAisQ

Heart Throbber

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-wEz5XZwgY

Fat Melting Routine

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOvIKdG7AwM

ABS:

Ten minute ab workout

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3TFYQupByU

Ten minute ab workout for Fitness

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acVU6HGmyVk

ThinQ Fitness - 10 minute abs workout

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HdnOEI5gg4

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Full 10 minute ab workout:

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Flat Abs Challenge

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Fitness for Legs and Bum

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwyRMAyntf0

Ten minute Ballerina Beauty

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_Yi9dVkXpI

Ten minute Leg Workout

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGOJUAa9cJo

POP PILATES LEGS

Full leg and thigh workout

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHfe0rG_THk

Slimmer Inner Thighs and Running Calves

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I-c-yw5ZrQ

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Losing weight the healthy way takes soooo loooong...

I don't want to discount how much stronger and fitter I am. Those things are nice, and I should probably be very proud of them. What I really want is to be able to wear the closet full of clothes I got too fat for, because I like them and I don't want to buy new ones.

#feeling fat today

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Drink water & tea

Go outside

Do the research

You are what you eat

Sleep earlier, wake up earlier

Set reasonable goals

“A little sweat never hurt nobody”

Turn off your computer

Practice caution

Do it now

Mistakes are OK

Laughing burns calories

So does sex

No more excuses

Beauty is a choice

Say “NO”

Wear sunblock

Know your limits

Know its worth

You have control

20 Healthy Reminders

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Ouch, but in a good way...

Tonight I tried extreme shed and shred. I ended up doing level 1 and 2, although parts of 2 gave me trouble. (might have helped if I had planned to do both instead of going full bore on level 1 and then deciding level 2 sounded like fun. >.<) Awesome workout! I had to wring my shirt out after I was done. (and my shorts, and my hair scrunchie!) Doing that again soon!

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mangosteel:

Keeping this FOREVER. All look awesome and all are or can be vegan-ized.

tortoisehare:

CREAMY

Creamy Spinach Soup Put 1 chopped onion, 2 peeled garlic cloves, 3 cups water and salt and pepper in a pot over high heat. Boil, cover, lower the heat and simmer until the onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Add 10 ounces chopped spinach and 1/2 cup parsley leaves; cook until the spinach is tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup Greek-style yogurt and purée. Garnish: A spoonful of Greek-style yogurt and chopped parsley.

Squash-and-Ginger Soup Substitute 1 tablespoon minced ginger for the garlic and 4 cups chopped butternut squash for the spinach (it will take longer to soften). Skip the parsley and substitute half-and-half or cream for the yogurt. Garnish: A spoonful of cream.

Curried Cauliflower Soup Substitute 1 tablespoon minced ginger for the garlic, 2 cups cauliflower florets for the spinach (they will take longer to soften), 1 tablespoon curry powder for the parsley and coconut milk for the yogurt. Garnish: Chopped cilantro.

BROTHY

Vegetable Broth With Toast Put 2 chopped carrots, 2 chopped onions, 1 small chopped potato, 2 chopped celery ribs, 2 garlic cloves, 10 sliced mushrooms, 1 cup chopped tomatoes (canned are fine), 10 parsley sprigs, 1/2 ounce dried porcini, 8 cups water and salt and pepper in a pot over high heat. Boil, lower heat and simmer until the vegetables are soft, 30 minutes or longer. Strain and serve over toasted good bread. Garnish: Chopped celery leaves.

Egg Drop Soup Beat 4 eggs. Boil the strained stock, lower the heat so it simmers and add the eggs in a steady stream, stirring constantly until they’re cooked, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped scallions, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Skip the bread. Garnish: Chopped scallions.

Rice-and-Pea Soup Boil the strained stock, lower the heat so it simmers and add 3/4 cup white rice. Cook until tender, then add 2 cups fresh or frozen peas; cook for a minute or two. Skip the bread. Garnish: Grated Parmesan

EARTHY

Bean Soup Put 1 1/2 cup dried beans, 1 chopped onion, 2 chopped carrots, 2 chopped celery ribs, 2 bay leaves, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves and 6 cups water in a pot over high heat. Boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer until the beans are soft, at least 1 hour, adding more water if necessary. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish: A drizzle of olive oil.

Chickpea-and-Pasta Soup Substitute chickpeas for the beans and rosemary for the thyme and add 1 cup chopped tomatoes (canned are fine). When the chickpeas are almost tender, add 1/2 cup small pasta. Cook until the pasta and chickpeas are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Garnish: A few chopped rosemary leaves.

Spicy Black-Bean Soup Use black beans and substitute fresh oregano for the thyme. When the beans are done, add 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 dried or canned chipotle and the juice of a lime. Garnish: Cilantro and sour cream.

HEARTY

Minestrone Sauté 1 chopped onion, 1 chopped carrot, 1 chopped celery rib and 1 teaspoon minced garlic in 3 tablespoons olive oil for 5 minutes. Add 2 cups cubed potatoes and salt and pepper; cook for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup chopped tomatoes (canned are fine) and 5 cups water. Boil, lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Add 1 cup chopped green beans; simmer for 20 minutes. Garnish: Chopped parsley and grated Parmesan.

Mushroom Soup Substitute 1 1/2 pounds sliced mushrooms (preferably an assortment) for the potatoes; sauté until they brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Substitute ½ cup white wine for the tomatoes, skip the green beans and add a fresh thyme sprig with the water. Garnish: A few thyme leaves.

Tomato-and-Garlic Soup Use 2 tablespoons minced garlic and substitute 2 tablespoons tomato paste for the celery. Skip the potatoes and green beans; use 3 cups tomatoes and 3 cups water. Cook the tomatoes for 10 to 15 minutes. Garnish: Lots of chopped or torn basil

Notes:

All of these recipes serve four, and you’ll want about a 2.5-to-4-quart (medium or large) pot. Most can be cooked for a while — but not so long that the freshness is gone. Most will taste as good or better the next day, so consider making a double batch and refrigerating (or freezing) the leftovers. But never boil a soup after you’ve added dairy to it; instead, reheat gently.

If you want a supersmooth soup (and just about any of these soups can be puréed if you like), use a standing blender — let the soup cool a bit first — which creates a finer purée than an immersion blender does; you might even strain the soup after puréeing it.

Garnishes are all optional, though herbs add a dimension that will be lacking otherwise. If you taste as you’re cooking, you’ll be fine, because there is really nothing to go wrong here.

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