Monthly Archives: January 2010

Lessons Learned From a “Free Day”

I feel gross. The food plan I’m following in this fitness transformation challenge is somewhat strict six days per week. One “free day” is allowed per week as a way to keep us from feeling deprived. Yesterday was my first … Continue reading

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Fitness Challenge Update

On Monday my friend Steve and I began an 18-week fitness transformation challenge. I’m not making any changes to my exercise plan, but my food required a few tweaks. For starters, Steve suggested I skip my pre-workout Cliff Bar. This … Continue reading

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The Challenge: Day 2

Day 2 of the fitness transformation challenge is in the bag. My exercise routine has not changed, but my food plan has been tweaked a bit. Basically, the percentage of fat has decreased. I have to admit, I’ve felt hungry … Continue reading

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The Moment of Dread Arrived

The hubs took my “before” photos for the fitness transformation challenge that starts today. I’d dreaded this since I agreed to join my friend Steve in this challenge. I’ve never been one to jump in front of cameras, but after … Continue reading

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Nostalgia Ain’t Always Good

A major soft drink company is airing a television commercial that takes viewers to a simpler time. The commercial was shot in black and white and the narrator’s script makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The commercial’s hook … Continue reading

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Game On

My friend Steve invited me to join him in an on-line fitness transformation challenge. Little did he realize he dangled a magic word in front of me: challenge. I’m a sucker for challenges, competitions, etc. I guess they appeal to … Continue reading

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On Courage

“The miracle isn’t that I finished, it’s that I had the courage to start.” That’s a quote from my favorite running authors, John Bingham. Bingham refers to himself as “The Penguin” because he is a slow runner. Yet he enjoys … Continue reading

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I’ve Got One Tea-riffic Friend

In my post, “Addiction Workaround” I mentioned how much I enjoy Celestial Seasonings’ Sugar Cookie Sleigh Ride herb tea. It’s one of those specialty blends that’s only available during the holidays. It’s sugar-free, tastes fantastic, and is something I enjoy … Continue reading

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Just Saying “No” to White Flour: An Update

All I can say is “wow.” I stopped eating white flour on Sunday, January 3. Three days later and the four pounds I’ve been playing with for the past 8-10 weeks are gone! Plus, I’ve lost an additional pound. Not … Continue reading

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Giving Up White Flour

I’ve decided that eating foods made with white flour is standing in the way of my getting into the best shape of my life.  Today is Day 2 of  “just saying ‘no’ ” to the white stuff. I breezed through … Continue reading

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