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Boston
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Boston
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# Posted: 11 Mar 2008 19:30
so i'm going out to a mexican restaurant tonight to celebrate a couple of friends' birthdays, and i already know it's going to be a hassle figuring out what to eat!
what i'm really focused on is lower calorie food choices.. i'm going to attempt my best to not drink any alcohol and maybe just drink water (crossing my fingers That i stick to this!) and i can assume i wont be all that hungry (because i just fasted for a week) so maybe even an appetizer or side(s) would work too..
any suggestions on what i could order would be superb!
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Rachael M
The Master
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Rachael M
I am a triathlete trying to lose some weight so I can improve my times. I love traineo and the very motivational people on here.
Basic info: 5'9", 22 years old, mechanical engineer :)
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# Posted: 11 Mar 2008 19:50
Try to get things that don't have a lot of cheese, sour cream, guacamole, ect. on it. Stay away from the high cal things. Also, don't snack on the chips if you can help it. Those chips are fried and full of calories. Salsa, tomatoes, lettuce you can have just about as much of as you want. I'm guessing you probably know the basics. Just pay attention to hidden calories, and remember that one meal isn't going to kill you. Have fun with your friends! 
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Monique Kamosi
Fitness Guru
Posts: 254
Monique Kamosi
I'm a plant enthusiast dedicated to eating whole, fresh foods. As for exercise, I regularly participate in: swimming, water aerobics, yoga, the elliptical machine, the stair stepper, running, and weight training. I try to switch up my routine a lot so that I don't get bored. My biggest obstacle to weight loss is eating when I'm lonely or sad, but I've started keeping a list on my fridge of other things I can do to occupy my time. So far it's really been helping!
Aside from health and fitness, I was married in December 2007 and am enjoying being married and decorating our apartment. I am currently finishing my last semester as an undergraduate, and hope to begin an English MA program Fall 2009. I love reading, quilting, cooking, hiking, swimming, decorating, gardening, and striving to protect the environment. I'm also really pleased that Barack Obama is going to be our next president.
Let me know if you need a motivator! Good luck in your health and fitness efforts!
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# Posted: 11 Mar 2008 20:18
See if you can't make a request -- like, a bowl of beans and rice, with some tomato, maybe avocado mixed in, and salsa. They have all of those ingredients, so see what they'll be willing to do for you.
Good luck!
Also, to keep yourself accountable, tell your friends that you don't want to drink or eat chips, and tell them not to let you have any.
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~ Linaeve
Fitness Guru
Posts: 311
~ Linaeve
I work for a health care industry. I love tennis and running. I'm engaged to an amazing man, getting married November 1sh 2008. I am excited to lose weight and improve my heart (I have heart disease).
Short term goals:
1) measure my bodyfat %
2) complete 20 lb challenge
3) more consistent workout schedule (DONE)
4) phase from 2% milk down to 1% milk (DONE)
5) lose 30 to 40 lbs by my birthday (May 30th)
Long term goals:
1) Be able to run 3 miles again
2) Play tennis again on a regular basis
3) Reach my goal weight
4) Look great, healthy and confident for my wedding
5) Maintain a healthy lifestyle in order to have a baby
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# Posted: 11 Mar 2008 20:23
Maybe get a tostada and don't eat the totilla on the bottom. Chicken would probably be better than beef, then the rest is mostly lettuce, salsa, and fresh avacado (usually) ask for the sour cream on the side or for none at all. But by having it on the side you will have a better chance of limiting yourself on how much you use.
Good luck and have fun!
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Mindy Lu
traineo Regular
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Mindy Lu
I'm a dancer, just now learning how to take better care of my body! I'm also a foodie and an advertising professional - not sure which of the three I like best. I like snowboarding, calico kittens, collecting badass hoodies and sneakers, poker, crude humor, the fine arts, and colorful socks.
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# Posted: 11 Mar 2008 20:26
i always feel its okay to treat yourself - grab sour cream and cheese on the side! one meal won't ruin it all for you. if anything, rice + beans is always yummy, and chicken fajitas are really filling and not too bad at all.
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Rachael M
The Master
Posts: 2316
Rachael M
I am a triathlete trying to lose some weight so I can improve my times. I love traineo and the very motivational people on here.
Basic info: 5'9", 22 years old, mechanical engineer :)
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# Posted: 11 Mar 2008 20:31
That's probably a good idea, just eating the fajita filling - you know the sizzling stuff from the skillet - yummy!!
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