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So I stopped for a while

YvetteK
YvetteK
I was doing really well from the end of August into September, but then I had a horrible virus for 2-3 weeks, so I wasn't working out. Then a migraine hit me for about 2 weeks, and again didn't work out.

I ready to get back into the swing of things, which will mean 2 miles on the treadmill every morning, PLUS I ordered the DVD system for Body Beast (I don't know if anyone has seen the infomercial for that) but it's a huge amount of working with weights.

I can't wait until I get started again!
annewinnie
annewinnie
best of luck. and good for you for picking yourself back up and getting back at it.
Admiral1cu
Admiral1cu
When I fall under the weather. last thing I want is food. I always lose weight. ya to winters.

1 day at a time. gradually incress active day by day.

You seem to know what needs to be done and what works for you. it took me a long time to learn that.

your doing great with get up get going outlook.
lorrieonline
lorrieonline
Glad you're getting back in the groove!
marilyndawn77
marilyndawn77
We always have the opportunity to start over....3 times a day, minimum. Good for you getting back on the "bandwagon"; that's where the party is !!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Good job! I can't seem to get myself going again. I haven't worked out in about a month and eating right isn't going well either. I'm not sure what to do. I need to get back at it but am seriously lacking motivation.
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