Tag Archives: family

Tracey: Fitness Fun

Posted on January 12, 2013 by

In the day-to-day struggle to change our lifestyles, to lose weight and get fit, I think we often get caught up in the urgency of a “workout” and we forget the beautiful expression of fitness as fun. When we were … Continue reading →

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Tracey: Role Modelling Health

Posted on December 1, 2012 by

I was having a discussion the other evening with my teenage daughter. We were going back and forth, planning things she’d like in her lunch in the upcoming week.  As we debated sandwich versus leftovers to reheat, she brought up … Continue reading →

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Barbara – Why are you doing this?

Posted on September 24, 2012 by

On Saturday, Reid and I joined some other Losing It ladies (and some of their awesome kids) for a Color Vibe run. The site reported that there would be no timing system because it was intended as a fun run. And, I have to … Continue reading →

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Babrara – Thank You note to volunteers and cheering people

Posted on June 4, 2012 by

I ran two races on Ottawa Race Weekend on May 26-27 and I’d like to send a “Thank You” note to all of the people who volunteered to make the course safe, give water and do the 1 001 things that you … Continue reading →

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The Long Term, The Short Term, and Now

Posted on May 29, 2012 by

Health, I’m realizing, is likely often a “hindsight is 20/20″ situation for many people. I’ve been in my head a lot lately, trying to figure out where things stand for me with diet and lifestyle, largely so busy and dealing … Continue reading →

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Barbara – my fitness advent calendar

Posted on December 5, 2011 by

I realize that December 1st was last week but there are still quite few days before Christmas Day is upon us in all of its glory (and stress and overeating – but those are topics for a future post) and … Continue reading →

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Jenn – Thanks!

Posted on October 8, 2011 by

The past two weeks have gone well, I have stuck to tracking my calories in vs calories out, continued to keep my intake of water high (at least 16 8oz cups a day) and I have made it to the gym … Continue reading →

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Barbara – What does your kitchen say about you?

Posted on September 26, 2011 by

If a “healthy living inspector” came into your kitchen, would the report conclude that health-conscious people occupied the space? Would they note lots of fresh fruit and vegetables – some already prepared and ready for snacking – lean meats and … Continue reading →

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Katie: The Weight Loss Moment

Posted on September 7, 2011 by

This week, I’m sharing this post with you that Katie sent me a few weeks ago. Katie is and has always been such a positive, uplifting and enthusiastic member of this community – from the very beginning. You can read … Continue reading →

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Barbara – Let me introduce myself

Posted on August 15, 2011 by

It might seem that we have met before but I can assure you that I am not entirely the Barbara who introduced herself last August. The last 53 weeks have seen a lot of changes in me. The key to … Continue reading →

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