March 2012
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thehealthyrecoverer asked: How does that zombie game work? Do you actually run in order to play it? or is it like... youre just running on the game, you're not physically moving
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Zombies, Run! App
***Edit: Because you guys love this so much, I’m giving out a free copy through the itunes store! Enter to win on RealityofYou.com!
Giveaway has ended! Stay tuned for more free stuff.
My inner nerdiness resurfaces whenever zombies and/or new iPhone apps are involved. And now my new personal heroes are combining zombies and the iPhone and running? My god. Mind = blown.
Actual...
February 2012
39 posts
visiovisusvidere asked: Why no Tilapia? (also how come no breaded or fried fish?) Something thats very hard to escape... if you have an Italian household?
oneminutetothemoon-deactivated2 asked: Hey, i've been following you blog for like one day, so I don't know if you get this question alot, but would you mind giving me a sort of list of what you eat on a normal day? Or in a week? I'm almost a vegetarian (I still eat fish), and I want to become a real vegetarian, but my problem is that I live with my parents (they eat meat), and I'm a little bit lazy and end up eating...
meggieandmonstah asked: This isnt so much a question as a thank you. I read your blog everyday, going back pages at a time. Every time i see the mention of water, or an image of water, I drink. Ive been on a healthy living journey since this Jan 2012. I have changed my eating to a fresh ingredients, and joined the gym. Your blog has been key in getting me to continue my water habits, and helped me feel more confiedient....
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4 Diet Swaps You Can Make Right Now →
Health is all about habits. Start snacking right for a mood and metabolism boost! Make these swaps and your health goals will become possible!
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sycamorethrone asked: Hi there! I love everything you've done here. It's really a great inspiration. I have a few questions about P90X. A few kids in my school have used it and gotten great results, so I don't doubt its effectiveness at all. But how long are the workouts usually? Do you need weights (and if so of which size)? And do you need to be relatively active before you start it? I've recently...
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datmlechick asked: Let me be the millionth person to say I love your blog =] I've just recently decided to eat healthier but I'm having a problem with that. I normally eat only 6 or 7 things a day – grazing is better for my stomach so I don't really eat meals – and I am full on that. But now, switching to healthy food and eatting "meals," I have to eat much MORE so that I...
The Ultimate Guide to Body Shapes →
springsgator asked: Just wanted to say THANK YOU for your awesome posts and incredibly motivating tidbits! My computer background is currently a collage of your "Reality Checks" I have been focused on nutrition for two months now and am down 9lbs, logging in every day is what keeps me going and reminds me that this is a lifestyle change for the long-haul and I CAN DO IT! Noticing lately a total drain of my...
fit-femme-fatale-deactivated201 asked: Hi, how long did it take you to loose all your weight? Im aiming to loose about 45-50 lbs and I honestly dont think I can loose the weight before summer. I have been going to kickboxing and wrestling 6 days a week for the past year and have seen NO results at first I lost 15 lbs but slowly gained them even though i worked out everyday and ate pretty healthy.(no junk/sweets/soda) It is so...
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Weight Loss Workouts on Twitter
A lot of you have been asking me for my favorite total body toning workouts after reading yesterday’s post about why strength training is so important for weight loss, and, more importantly, seeing noticeable changes in your body.
Over the next few weeks I’ll be posting my favorite weight-loss workouts over on my Twitter! Today’s workout is an 8 minute fat-burning yoga routine...
skrillexo asked: I am going to a restaurant with my family tomorrow, and I am trying to eat healthy, and not have too many calories, but many of the foods at this place have either tons of cheese, or a fatty meat, is there a way to know how many calories these things have? P.S. Your blog is really informative and inspirational, I just found it and I really like it, thank you.
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romanicus asked: I absolutely love your blog! It has motivated me to really push myself at the gym and eat healthier. It's taken about a year and a half, but I finally went from a size 10 to a 4! Thank you and keep doing what you're doing =D
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The Reality of You
Why do you need strength training (and not more cardio!) to lose weight?
Why are men more attracted to women who smile, but not vice-versa?
How can you pick clothes that flatter your figure?
What are the 7 secrets to being happy?
Welcome to RealityofYou.com! Health, beauty and happiness all in one self-improvement site. It’s basically ground zero for all things you.
I’m also...
theladyofthelens asked: I saw in your recent post something about healthy 5 minute recipes? Is there a post with those on your blog?
confidenthealthyhappy asked: is losing weight really 70% diet and 30% exercise. i've heard different things. i've changed my diet but i don't think it's healthy enough and i try to exercise for an hour everyday
shedingmyskin asked: Hello, im a new follower. I read your story and realised Im where you were. Ive lost some weight and changed my diet alot but i still give into to A LOT of my cravings. How did you get over those?
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Good morning, wherever you are!
Here’s 50 smoothie recipes. Go make yourself a healthy breakfast! :)
P.S. This is a preemptive strike. I know for most of you it’s still some ungodly hour of the night. If so, what are you doing awake?!
chexmix-hits-the-spot asked: I'm inspired and motivated to get to a better me. I've tried to get fit/lose weight several times, but to no avail. But now it's on! My questions is: What kind of exercises (cardio, weight training, yoga, etc.) should I incorporate into a workout to get the results I want? My goal is to lose fat, build/tone muscles, develop endurance and just get healthier. I have Zumba, TurboFire...
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Top 5 Workout Tunes
It’s no secret that high-tempo music can increase your endurance and help you burn calories.
Here’s some of my favorite workout songs that make workouts like a dance party.
(Singing along loudly required.)
Click on the links to buy the song for today’s workout!
Sexy And I Know It by LMFAO. Ridiculous? Maybe.
We Are Young (feat. Janelle Monáe) by FUN. You know that feeling...
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Weight Loss Tool Kit: P90x
P90X: Tony Horton’s 90-Day Extreme Home Fitness Workout DVD Program
WHY P90X WILL HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Yeah, so I kind of pimp P90x out all the time on here, and I need to explain why I love this program so much, and why everybody should try it out. I honestly think it’ll help you guys, because it helped me!
It’s not like other DVDs. I have nothing against...
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transferringx-deactivated201305 asked: Thank you so much for posting about Loseit!! I had been using caloriecounter and it's alright, but not nearly as motivational and helpful as Loseit is. I will come back by April 4th and let you know how much progress I made. Any tips for keeping up with measurements and making sure you're recording your calories accurately? I go to boarding school and it can be hard to keep track of what...
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Heart Rate Monitors
I talk a lot about the importance of heart rate monitors for your weight loss journey here on The Reality of Healthy. Here’s why:
WHY HEART RATE MONITORS HELP
The gym machines are liars. Either you burn over 1000 calories for ten minutes on the ellipticals or 200 for an all-out half hour sprint on the treadmill. These machines are unreliable.
Counting calories is essential for weight...
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strivefor135 asked: Hi! I read your blog and I need some help. I got a gym membership and I've been working out every day, but today I had this huge craving I couldn't get rid of and ending up eating a bunch of crap. I've been eating all natural veggies, fruits and fish. Is there any way to make these cravings stop? PLEASE HELP!!
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