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4/20/13 3:44 P

My favorite form of exercise is swimming. Not laps... but fun, under the water, having fun swimming. Awesome calorie burner.

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3/20/13 10:44 A

What is your favorite workout to do, if you only have 30 minutes to spare?



Edited by: BLOCKHEAD23 at: 3/20/2013 (10:45)

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3/19/13 8:35 A

If you have ever worked out on a treadmill....do you Love it or hate it?

Love it
Hate it
Other


For Me.....I work out on a treadmill as an alternative workout...I neither love it or hate it. I do prefer the elliptical machine.

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3/18/13 12:07 P

I like spring best, mornings are getting lighter, but not too hot to get moving - also feel most refreshed and ready to start new things this time of year.

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3/18/13 9:58 A

Which season has the best weather and activity options for working out?

Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
None of the above



For Me......I like Spring and Summer. Summer early morning workouts our my favorite time to work out

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3/17/13 5:11 P

No, not something we celebrate at all

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3/17/13 7:43 A

Do you celebrate St. Patrick's Day? If you say yes...what will you be doing?




For Me....I will wear something green. We had a pre St. Patrick's Day celebration a couple of days ago at a friends house.

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3/16/13 9:49 A

A few times per year - I don't always use music as I like to hear the birds singing and the sounds of nature when I'm out, unless I'm trying to get in a good speed, when music can help. I also often exercise in front of the TV

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3/16/13 8:47 A

How often do you refresh your workout music?


Every time I work out
Every few sessions
Weekly
A few times per month
Monthly
A few times per year
Almost never
I don't listen to music while I work out




For Me....I like to watch my cooking shows or soap operas during my exercise time. So I guess my answer would be...almost never!

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3/15/13 10:06 A

Yes, sweet drinks especially, these look so harmless, but are so bad and people tend to think "it's just a drink and doesn't count". Junk food in moderation is OK, but should not be the only choice.

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3/15/13 8:48 A

Should junk food and sweetened drinks (like soda) be banned from public schools?


Yes
No




For me....I'm not sure that it should be banded from the schools but they could also add alternative good choices...like apple machines.

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3/15/13 3:58 A

I love growing things and the idea of gardening, unfortunately I sometimes find the reality hard - finding the time, when the weather is acceptable! Going to grow some veg this year and make my small garden useful.

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3/14/13 10:42 P

Gardening is something that fascinates me. You take some seeds and throw them out there and sprinkle some water. A little sunshine and then you have some of the most beautiful plants in your own yard. Plus, I have always enjoyed digging in the dirt.

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3/14/13 3:41 P

None of the above... I dislike dirt.... but I know it's good to get into the earth... My husband does most of it when we actually get it done. Last year we had a garden with veggies, that was cool.

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3/14/13 9:22 A

How do you feel about gardening?

It's an enjoyable activity
It's more work than it's worth
It's something I want to try



For Me...I find it relaxing, hard work but enjoyable.

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3/14/13 5:16 A

Opening a packet of my favorite sweets (jellies / chews) - don't do it often, but when I do, I often pig the whole thing!

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3/13/13 9:51 A

Old country buffet.... :(

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3/13/13 9:27 A

What's your biggest diet downfall?


Being inconsistent with food tracking
Overeating on the weekends
Eating too few fruits and veggies
Drinking too many calories (soda, juice, coffee drinks, alcohol, etc.)
Lacking the motivation to eat well
Other (Share it in the comments!)





For me......love my liquids...Drinking too many calories (soda, juice, coffee drinks, alcohol, etc.)


Edited by: WHISPERINGPINE9 at: 3/13/2013 (09:27)

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3/12/13 10:41 A

No, fortunately not.

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3/12/13 10:30 A

I think so, but not sure.... I've felt some pain in my wrists... ((Shrug))

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3/12/13 8:45 A

Have you ever experienced carpal tunnel pain?


Yes, I think so
Yes, I was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome
No
Not sure






For Me....No but more and more people seem to suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome.

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3/11/13 10:48 A

Not enough sleep

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3/11/13 9:39 A

Which of these workout mistakes are you guilty of?


I don't change things up enough
I don't get enough rest
I haven't changed my diet
I only do cardio exercise
I reward myself with food
I don't sleep enough
I sit all day
More than one of the above




For me....I don't change things up enough.

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3/10/13 9:21 P

Hot cocoa. Less calories... I just boil water add some cocoa powder and some Splenda. Satisfies my choco craving most of the time :)

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3/10/13 10:08 A

Do You Prefer Hot Chocolate or Chocolate Milk

Hot chocolate
Chocolate milk
Other




For Me....I don't drink chocolate treats very often but when I do I prefer hot chocolate.

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3/9/13 2:06 P

I'm pretty vanilla as well. Just the usual suspects.

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3/9/13 1:05 P

None I'm pretty vanilla in that respect. I want to run. I want to seriously body build... But I'm too lazy :(

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3/9/13 9:06 A

What is the strangest fitness craze you've taken part in?


For me....hula hooping...and I still do it today!

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3/8/13 9:44 P

I'll walk in the rain but not in the wind & rain.

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3/8/13 11:32 A

I never work out outside, so it doesn't make a difference to me :)

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3/8/13 7:56 A

Spring is coming up! How does rain affect your workouts?


I exercise outside rain or shine!
I move my workouts indoors
I never work out outside, so it doesn't make a difference to me
Depends on my mood
Other




For me.....I will take an umbrella and go for a walk in the rain. The other exercises I will still do inside.

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3/7/13 9:12 P

I could never imagine pole dancing. I mean you can get great legs, but I'll get those while rock climbing.

My dream really is to hit the Appalachian trail. it sounds like a blast and they update the trail book every year so you know if anything has washed out or if you might have to go around some obstacle.

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3/7/13 10:19 A

Rock climbing :/ not a fan of heights :(

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3/7/13 4:30 A

I wouldn't be keen on pole dancing / strip tease either. I'm sure pole dancing is a good exercise but not something I fancy. Can't say I really relish rock climbing either, I love a good walk, but would not want to "dangle over heights on a rope"!

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3/7/13 4:27 A

Which workout would you NEVER do?


Water aerobics
Jazzercise
Pole dancing / Strip tease
Dancing
Nordic walking (with poles)
Rock climbing
Trampoling jumping
I'd try all of these at least once!
Something else not listed here



For Me...Pole Dancing and Strip Tease......I might hurt myself on the pole and NOBODY (believe me) would not like to see my strip tease!

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3/6/13 11:26 A

I've come to really enjoy exercise but some days I find it so hard to fit in what I want to do exercise wise and still do everything else I need to do. A few more hours a day would be wonderful!

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3/6/13 8:17 A

What's the most frustrating part about getting fit?

Finding motivation to start and stick with an exercise plan
Finding time to fit in exercise
Dealing with muscle soreness
Figuring out what to eat to support both fitness and weight loss
Other (Share it in the comments!)





For Me.....It would be to keep up my enthusiasm for working out on my equipment each day.

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3/5/13 1:46 P

Yes, I sure hope so.

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3/5/13 11:44 A

Yes, I think some foods can help, but not totally sure what. Agree with you on spicy foods.

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3/5/13 7:54 A

Do you believe that certain foods can help you burn fat?

Yes

Maybe

No



For me ....I would say yes...I believe some spicy foods do!

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3/4/13 9:50 P

I just don't go near the water. That takes care of swim suit season for me. If I get a hold of Ernestine Shepherd and see if she will share some of her good tips,then maybe next year you will see me on the beach in a one piece without that big floaty skirt attachmnet.

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3/4/13 3:02 P

Don't know that is was that long ago, but definitely gave stressing about swimsuit season! It's usually an upcoming trip, especially the idea of sitting on a plane, that causes me more stress.

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3/4/13 7:22 A

I stopped stressing about swimsuit season long ago

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3/4/13 6:43 A

How do you prepare for swimsuit season?


I work out longer and/or harder
I am more diligent about my diet
I overhaul my diet AND workout routine
I keep doing what I'm already doing
I crash diet and exercise to lose weight fast
I stopped stressing about swimsuit season long ago




For Me....I stopped stressing about swimsuit season long ago.

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3/3/13 10:57 P

I don't know.... A dollar more would make me richer and 10 lbs. less would make me thinner. I guess I will go with thinner.

Nan

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3/3/13 3:37 P

I've just about reached my goal weight and am very happy as I am, I'd love to be richer but not to the detriment of my wonderful family - basically content as I am, but a little extra money could be put to good use!

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3/3/13 7:31 A

Would you rather be Thinner or Richer?


Thinner
Richer
Other


For Me.....I guess I'm a little greedy....I would like to be both thinner and richer!

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3/2/13 8:11 P

No, but I stil follow a few of the Biggest Loser contestants. Ok, maybe Jennifer Hudson.

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3/2/13 4:59 P

No, I don't enjoy reading them/They don't interest me.

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3/2/13 11:51 A

Do you follow celebrity weight-loss stories in the media?



Yes, I read them regularly. They are motivating to me.
I don't seek them out, but I will read them if I happen to come across them.
No, I don't enjoy reading them/They don't interest me.
Other (Share it in the comments!)




For Me......I don't seek them out, but I will read them if that specific person interests me.

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3/1/13 7:11 A

Not really for me either, my exercise and diet is very different to when I was a child!

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3/1/13 6:18 A

Do you think your parents shaped how you feel about your weight/body today?


Yes, definitely
Maybe a little
No, I don't think they're related
Not applicable



For Me....No really. Once I got married I made my own health choices as far as food and exercising.

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2/28/13 9:42 A

If I could stay fit without exercising I think I would still do some exercise like walking, but I would cut down my goals a bit.

Luckily i've never suffered chronic pain, I'm one of the lucky ones and feel sorry for people who have to struggle every day.

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2/28/13 7:44 A

Do you experience chronic pain?


No
Other
Yes



For me.....I've never had to deal with chronic pain and feel badly for those that do!! Ouch!

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2/27/13 8:28 A

If you could stay fit without exercising, would you still work out?


Yes
No
I don't work out



For Me....I would continue to workout because I feel more energetic after a workout. It's a great start to my day and helps me to stay healthy.

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2/26/13 1:11 P

Yeah I think so,

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2/26/13 10:02 A

Yes I think it is, I also think maybe it's something you grow to like as you get older, well that's the case for me.

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2/26/13 7:49 A

Do you think dark chocolate is an acquired taste?

Yes
No
Not sure / Never tried it




For Me....I would think so. I don't really like the strong dark chocolate.

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2/25/13 10:25 A

Me too, always positive - half full for me

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2/25/13 7:33 A

Is your Glass half full or Glass half empty?

Glass half full
Glass half empty
Other




For Me....I'm a positive person on so I would say my Glass is half full.

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2/24/13 12:18 P

I think the new plate is better than the pyramid because you can see portion sizes on there alot easier than on the pyramid. It helps me because before I never really thought about portions, I just added some of this and then a little bit less of that! Now I know if I want to have a baked potato it shouldnt take up half of my plate!!! It might sound dumb, but some people never had to think about things like that and relearning that now is a great step in the right direction. Im also glad our kids are getting used to this new way and not the old pyramid because they need to learn about portion sizing too. You can eat what you want, you just cant over do it everytime you sit down to eat.

Edited by: SRA_SABROSITA at: 2/24/2013 (12:19)

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2/23/13 12:18 P

Do you think the new "Plate" is better than the old food pyramid?
Other, I don't know. I have not really paid much attention to it. I figure if I am fitting in 4 to 7 fruits and vegetables a day then at least I am doing something right.

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2/23/13 10:40 A

Do you think the new "Plate" is better than the old food pyramid?


Yes
No
I don't know what the new plate is
other




For Me.....I think the circular plate is more easier to understand. For those that don't know what the new plate is here is a bit of an explanation....it is meant to give consumers a fast, easily grasped reminder of the basics of a healthy diet. It consists of four colored sections, for fruits, vegetables, grains and protein. Beside the plate is a smaller circle for dairy, suggesting a glass of low-fat milk or perhaps a yogurt cup. You will see the new plate logo on SP.

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2/22/13 5:08 P

Both, depends on my mood - and sometimes I like them both together!

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2/22/13 8:50 A

Depends, and then sometimes I like to mix the salty and sweet.

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2/22/13 8:49 A

Do you prefer Sweet snacks or Salty snacks?


Sweet snacks
Salty snacks
Other




For Me.... It depends on my mood and what we have in the house at the time.

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2/21/13 2:50 P

Yes but that was about a year ago....I was on SP for a short while and then just let my emotions take me away from what I wanted to do!

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2/21/13 9:14 A

Have you ever posted on the SparkPeople message boards?


Yes
No




For Me....I have done so once in awhile....I'm kept pretty busy on the topics on my teams.

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2/20/13 6:51 P

Do you believe that an overweight person can be fit/healthy? Not sure. I think you can get fit while being overweight, but I think that it is like a ticking time bomb for your health to be overweight. The extra burden you place on your heart and your joints is not a risk I wish to continue to take.

Good question!

Nan

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2/20/13 9:20 A

I agree it has to do with genes and how overweight a person is. If you eat well and are active then I think that a person can be healthy so long as they aren't obese. Also I think that a simple BMI can't tell you if your healthy or not. Considering Body Builders are classified as Obese by BMI. It's the % fat that matters, so a person that works out and has a healthy lifestyle could be considered overweight or obese if they're really muscular.

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2/20/13 8:55 A

I think that an overweight (not extremely overweight) can be fit/healthy. I know someone who has a tall and slender daughter who the doctor told her that she had the body of an obsese person, very unhealthy. Feel living the lifestyle of being healthy and good genes help alot!

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2/20/13 7:50 A

Do you believe that an overweight person can be fit/healthy?

Yes, if s/he has a healthy lifestyle
Yes, if s/he has good genes
No, being overweight is unhealthy
Not sure



For me.....I think it depends how much over weight the individual is. I think if you are few pounds over weight you can still be healthy if you have a healthy lifestyle. If you are obese than I think you could have health issues somewhere along the line. I also think our genes play a big role.

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2/19/13 5:12 P

Must admit pretty much given up strength training - must get back to it, thanks for the reminder!

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2/19/13 1:48 P

Just trying to start new habits with being physcial....today, was on the treadmill for 30 minutes. Have used the bands a couple of times earlier this month but last week, stopped...so, today, at least the treadmill and no bands

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Edited by: NOTGIVINGUP62 at: 2/19/2013 (13:49)

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2/19/13 9:29 A

I try to strength train 5 days a weeks. I've found I love lifting weights, so it's a good way to get me moving

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2/19/13 8:20 A

How often do you strength train?


Once a week
2-3 times per week
4+ times per week
Once every few weeks
Hardly ever
Other


For Me....Once in awhile I will do resistance training but for the most part I do total body workout by walking, treadmilling or the elliptical machine everyday. I like to alternate!

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2/18/13 10:22 P

How would you rate your cooking skills?
I always volunteer to do the dishes and clean up the kitchen and tell Aunt Molly whatever she brought over was divine.

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2/18/13 9:23 A

I think I'm pretty good, tend to cook most meals from scratch (do a lot of batch cooking and put meals in the freezer for those busy days). Like trying new recipes

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2/18/13 6:24 A

How would you rate your cooking skills?

I'm a great cook!
I'm OK at cooking, but it depends on what I'm making
Does making a sandwich count as cooking?
Other (Share it in the comments!)



For Me.... I think I'm a pretty good cook. I like to try new recipes from time to time.

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2/18/13 5:54 A

Not really, but do have a big clean / clearout periodcially

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2/17/13 9:55 P

Do you do any spring cleaning?

Yes!

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2/17/13 9:25 A

Do you do any spring cleaning?


Yes
Sometimes
No




For Me....I've already started so that when Spring does arrive in our neck of the woods I can spend more time out of doors.

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2/17/13 3:20 A

Yes, regularly. It gives me extra support! but only on a group set up for Fitbit UK users, and this does not go onto my timeline