Tag Archives: Weight Loss

Lose weight, tone muscles, eat greens…

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

My to do list looks pretty fantastic! skinnyshae’s summer to do list: Go to the gym 3-4 times a week Never miss Power Yoga Do yoga at home Walk the dog Eat garden fresh greens every day (allthetimeforever) Use less … Continue reading →

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Fitbit: A dashboard for life

Posted on April 19, 2012 by

Lindsay at The Lean Green Bean, one of my favorite blogs, posted an introduction to Fitbit last week (Friday, April 13). After a bit of research, I have decided that I want a Fitbit (Ultra). Source: fitbit.com via Yonatan on Pinterest … Continue reading →

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Eat oatmeal for breakfast, stay full ’til lunch

Posted on April 10, 2012 by

I get out of bed an hour before I have to be at work. Mornings are not my friend, and I usually need several cups of coffee before I can function fully. Since I wake up with only time to … Continue reading →

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Strength workouts to kick start weight loss

Posted on April 9, 2012 by

On Monday, April 2, I attended my first Muscle Pump class in almost two months. I got to the gym early and completed a 25-minute cardio circuit: arc trainer, rowing machine and the treadmill. (It would have been 30 minutes, … Continue reading →

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Running to lose weight

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

Running for weight loss is an important first step in improving your running fitness. Cassie Dimmick, sports dietitian and running coach, wrote for Runner’s World ”…the leaner you are, within reason, the faster you go.” Losing weight and running, in general, … Continue reading →

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The Belly Melt Diet

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

Women’s Health Magazine featured The Belly Melt Diet in a recent newsletter I received. After perusing the weight loss secrets of The Belly Melt Diet, learning just enough before I would have to pay for more information or sign up … Continue reading →

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Fitness hiatus: Graduate school takes over my world

Posted on March 30, 2012 by

On February 17, when I was worried about what bra I should wear while working out, I received my comprehensive exam questions. In order to obtain my Master’s of Communication from Wichita State University, I must take and pass comprehensive … Continue reading →

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The best food for runners: Eggs!

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

Husband recently discovered the deliciousness of runny egg yolks. I swear he’s behind on the times. I’ve known runny egg yolks were delicious since the beginning of time. Not only are runny egg yolks amazing, especially on toast or bagels … Continue reading →

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Paleolithic for a gluten-free, dairy-free diet

Posted on March 5, 2012 by

What do you think about eating like a caveman? Mostly red meat, crunchy vegetables, sweet berries and raw nuts every day all day? Yes, please. (Right now I’m craving crispy greens tossed with almonds and strawberries with a raspberry vinaigrette.) Cavemen … Continue reading →

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The Geico diet

Posted on February 24, 2012 by

Gym memberships and diet meal plans are expensive. Counting calories and working out at home is hard. Need an easier solution? Try the Geico diet. Here’s a weight loss plan I can support: Peer pressure. — Well I’ve had fun … Continue reading →

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