A whole suburb in Boston went on a diet. The head lines read “City committed to smaller portions, more activity…” Great advice! On our list of 7 healthy habits portion size is number two. Cut out sugar, is the only habit that tops portion size in our book.

If you want to read more about this story hope over to MSN for the full story.

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We are trying to figure out what type of elliptical machine to buy so we asked for some advice from the people over at the daily plate, so far the response has been great. You can check out the thread here. Feel free to jump in and give us your opinion. I hope to do some test drives this weekend.

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When I started on the South Beach plan my goal was to get to 150 pounds, down from 164. Once I reached my goal I realized I still had more weight to lose. Fast forward to today and my weight is at the 144 to 145 mark. I am happy but not. Let me explain.

So this is what I figured out. I have not worked out with weights in over two years, but when I was in shape my weight was in the 145 to 148 range. My muscle to fat ratio was much higher. So since I have not worked out in years my “lean weight” is more in the 140 to 142 range. I am not happy with this. As Lilly says if you keep going you will be at zero pounds.

She is right, I would much rather be 145/148 with the extra added weight being lean muscle. I need to make a commitment to exercise again and get that muscle back.

Happy Friday!

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