All Entries For ~indygirl
Is It Worth It?
I’ve asked myself some days if it’s worth it, all this tracking and exercising, when I would rather dive into a box of donuts and then go to sleep. The answer: YES!
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Envision Your Future, No Matter Where You Are in the Present
~INDYGIRL shares tips on focusing on the future, even if the road ahead is long and winding.
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My Journey: 120 Pounds Down and Halfway to Goal
~INDYGIRL is halfway to her goal and sharing the story of where she started and how she arrived here. Read her inspirational tale of perseverance and determination!
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Ignoring the Haters, Learning to Love and Live Life at Any Weight
When you have 100 pounds or more to lose, not everyone is supportive. Outside your online and real-life networks, people can be downright mean. Here's how to cope.
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Solutions to the Challenges of Living Large or Less Mobile
People of size or those with limited range of motion have special challenges when trying to get fit. Indygirl shares tips on finding clothes and equipment that suits you.
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Eat to Lose: Foods That Helped Me Shed 100+ Pounds*
I try to focus on eating healthy fruits, vegetables, grains, lean proteins, low fat dairy and healthy fats. By the time I get these foods in, I have less room for junk!
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4 Workouts for People with Limited Mobility
From chair workouts to cardio cleaning, there are plenty of ways to get stronger--even if you can't stand or walk. Get tips from a member who has lost more than 100 pounds.
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Overwhelmed by Starfish
At the Spark Your Life Convention in Cincinnati this fall, one member in particular stole our (and your) hearts. She wanted to share this essay.
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