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In a message dated 02/11/2000 8:58:45 AM Pacific Standard Time,

GalofGOP@... writes:

<< Sorry for the vent!!!!

>>

Don't be sorry about venting, that's what we are here for, to listen. Don't

worry just give it time . I haven't been doing taebo to long and I am

not losing any weight either. I am seeing some definition so that makes me

feel good, but I also just see the flab over it. Actually, I am kinda of

losing my motivation to do anything. I have only worked out twice this week

so far, I am just not into like I used to be. I don't know what's happening.

I am seeing results but I just don't care, I am losing it:) I seem to be

mad at the slightest thing and I am just going nuts...I think maybe I am

going to go to the doctor because I just am not feeling so well lately.

I hope that you will find what you need to do to break this chain and then

your body will respond. I wish you all the success in the world be an

accomplisher!!!! You can do it and will.

AmyK

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Thanks Amy,....I do feel good knowing that I'm strong anought to push myself to

the limits. Its kind of like I want to make a deal with my body...hey I'll keep

this up for the rest of my life if you let me loose 10-15lbs...then I'll never

complain again. Promise. My body drives a hard bargain though. Gosh I miss

marching band...I never felt like was exercising but that mixed with my own

workout on the side kept me at about 5lbs lighter than I am now. Still not

bikini shape though lol. Just once in my life ...I want to wear one. :-#

In a message dated Fri, 11 Feb 2000 12:08:24 PM Eastern Standard Time,

Aimattae@... writes:

> In a message dated 02/11/2000 8:58:45 AM Pacific Standard Time,

> GalofGOP@... writes:

>

> << Sorry for the vent!!!!

>

> >>

>

> Don't be sorry about venting, that's what we are here for, to listen. Don't

> worry just give it time . I haven't been doing taebo to long and I am

> not losing any weight either. I am seeing some definition so that makes me

> feel good, but I also just see the flab over it. Actually, I am kinda of

> losing my motivation to do anything. I have only worked out twice this week

> so far, I am just not into like I used to be. I don't know what's happening.

> I am seeing results but I just don't care, I am losing it:) I seem to be

> mad at the slightest thing and I am just going nuts...I think maybe I am

> going to go to the doctor because I just am not feeling so well lately.

> I hope that you will find what you need to do to break this chain and then

> your body will respond. I wish you all the success in the world be an

> accomplisher!!!! You can do it and will.

>

> AmyK

>

> ------------------------------------------------------------------------

> " We are all athletes in training for life rather than overweight folks trying

to drop some pounds temporarily cuz Haste doe not make a Waist "

>

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>

>, we have so much in common in terms of our diet, exercise, and

plateau. I am impressed with your diet, especially the " no alcohol " part.

How long have you been eating this well (without binge eating) and not

drinking? I think it will take at least a couple of months (but before your

wedding) for your hard work in terms of healthy eating and no drinking to pay

off. Hang in there. We'll sweat off a few pounds in Burbank in Feb., I bet.

Elena, who hopes did not come down with the flu

Thank you Elena for the kind words.

I didnt get the flu...just the Crud and I think I recovered pretty quickly

because I have been taking such good care of myself. My fiance had it for days

and he is a runner (who has slacked off a bit lately)

To be honest I really wanted to loose a few pounds before LA :-) Maybe I'd get

a type outfit.. Somthing that shows off a bit of my abs without being

too much. ( my hero :-)

I've been eating alot better since Thanksgiving. I was so gluteneous that day I

felt horrible. I did imbibe to much new years eve though :-)

But I havent had a drink since the Super bowl...so that tells you I dont drink

very often now.

I know most Brides forget to eat at therir wedding...but I will probably stuff

my face :-) I love Crawfish and BBQ and cake and beer.. OH....the calories :-)

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>

> ,

>

> I think you're at the same stage as I am....we really only have a few

> more pounds to take off. Those are the hardest ones to get off. I

> feel the same way about being pretty toned, but there's this little

> layer of fat over my stomach muscles that I'd really like to get rid

> of. What helped keep me motivated was seeing TQ on QVC this morning.

> Her stomach has come a long way in this past year. She was really

> toned. If you notice in most of the videos, she's always wearing a

> tank top that doesn't really show her stomach. Well, this morning she

> had on a shirt that showed her whole stomach (it might of just been a

> jogbra or a taebo shirt cut and tied). She has really toned up those

> muscles. I think it just takes a lot of time. I'm definitely stuck at

> this weight right now, but that's ok...because my body has undergone

> enormous change in the last year, and maybe it just needs to regroup

> for awhile. I know that if I keep doing what I am doing, that I will

> continue to tone and that I will eventually reach my goal. Just keep

> doing what you are doing and remember that it's harder when you only

> have a few pounds to lose to get to your goal. I know it can be

> frustrating at times, but it will come eventually

>

>

> who can understand where is coming from

>

See is a Taebo hero...because she can remain calm when we are soooooo

close :-) I think this stage is why so many people quit and give up and let all

their hard work go to pot. Because my mind keeps saying things like " Well maybe

you were never meant to have six-pack abs, maybe this is the best you'll be "

I tell myself to " stowe it "

> ------------------------------------------------------------------------

> " We are all athletes in training for life rather than overweight folks trying

to drop some pounds temporarily cuz Haste doe not make a Waist "

>

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>

> ,

>

> I think you're at the same stage as I am....we really only have a few

> more pounds to take off. Those are the hardest ones to get off. I

> feel the same way about being pretty toned, but there's this little

> layer of fat over my stomach muscles that I'd really like to get rid

> of. What helped keep me motivated was seeing TQ on QVC this morning.

> Her stomach has come a long way in this past year. She was really

> toned. If you notice in most of the videos, she's always wearing a

> tank top that doesn't really show her stomach. Well, this morning she

> had on a shirt that showed her whole stomach (it might of just been a

> jogbra or a taebo shirt cut and tied). She has really toned up those

> muscles. I think it just takes a lot of time. I'm definitely stuck at

> this weight right now, but that's ok...because my body has undergone

> enormous change in the last year, and maybe it just needs to regroup

> for awhile. I know that if I keep doing what I am doing, that I will

> continue to tone and that I will eventually reach my goal. Just keep

> doing what you are doing and remember that it's harder when you only

> have a few pounds to lose to get to your goal. I know it can be

> frustrating at times, but it will come eventually

>

>

> who can understand where is coming from

>

See is a Taebo hero...because she can remain calm when we are soooooo

close :-) I think this stage is why so many people quit and give up and let all

their hard work go to pot. Because my mind keeps saying things like " Well maybe

you were never meant to have six-pack abs, maybe this is the best you'll be "

I tell myself to " stowe it "

> ------------------------------------------------------------------------

> " We are all athletes in training for life rather than overweight folks trying

to drop some pounds temporarily cuz Haste doe not make a Waist "

>

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In a message dated 02/11/2000 11:58:41 AM Eastern Standard Time,

GalofGOP@... writes:

<< 2 packets of oatmeal for breakfast...280 calories. >>

about the only excess I see is this one

perhaps you can eat one packet and add some nuts?

also try adding or substituting fruit for one of your snacks

Otherwise, it sounds like a very healthy meal plan except what do you put in

or on your salads? If you load up on fatty salad dressing that could be the

culprit but if not, then maybe you need to add some good fats

BTW I read the other day that some plateaus are just unexplanable and long

lasting but they do all eventually end

Barb

who knows the frustration is feeling but knows this muscle I am

building will kick in and will kick off fat eventually

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In a message dated 02/11/2000 11:58:41 AM Eastern Standard Time,

GalofGOP@... writes:

<< 2 packets of oatmeal for breakfast...280 calories. >>

about the only excess I see is this one

perhaps you can eat one packet and add some nuts?

also try adding or substituting fruit for one of your snacks

Otherwise, it sounds like a very healthy meal plan except what do you put in

or on your salads? If you load up on fatty salad dressing that could be the

culprit but if not, then maybe you need to add some good fats

BTW I read the other day that some plateaus are just unexplanable and long

lasting but they do all eventually end

Barb

who knows the frustration is feeling but knows this muscle I am

building will kick in and will kick off fat eventually

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In a message dated 02/11/2000 12:37:13 PM Eastern Standard Time,

GalofGOP@... writes:

<< Gosh I miss marching band...I never felt like was exercising but that

mixed with my own workout on the side kept me at about 5lbs lighter than I am

now. Still not bikini shape though lol. Just once in my life ...I want to

wear one. :-# >>

you ,

maybe you need a less intense exercise twice a week like walking?

I recently read the best way to burn fat is to work-out for 60 minutes or

more but at a lower intensity to avoid injury

That is why some days I now make myself do an Advanced work-out at halftime

thru-out even when I can do it at full speed and try to keep moving for an

extra 20 minutes after it is done with Chi or a walk

or I do the work-out like that after doing my weights first to keep it going

for more than an hour

Barb

who knows you have to mix your activities up especially if your body is

falling into a rut

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>

> about the only excess I see is this one

> perhaps you can eat one packet and add some nuts?

> also try adding or substituting fruit for one of your snacks

> Otherwise, it sounds like a very healthy meal plan except what do you put in

> or on your salads? If you load up on fatty salad dressing that could be the

> culprit but if not, then maybe you need to add some good fats

> BTW I read the other day that some plateaus are just unexplanable and long

> lasting but they do all eventually end

>

> Barb

> who knows the frustration is feeling but knows this muscle I am

> building will kick in and will kick off fat eventually

>

Thanks for the advice Barb...I have been trying to substitue an orange for one

of my snacks.. I get alot of fruit in my meals. I try to cook using fruit since

it helps make things sweet :-) Oatmeal is the easiest thing for me sinceI eat

at my desk and one packet never fills me up. I'm conidering getting some more

egg beaters and pre-making omelettes on the weekend for all week. Omelettes

with no cheese just vegies and salsa might be good. OR I might rotate that with

the oatmeal.

I eat low fat/no fat salad dressings. Most average 20-40 calories per two

tbsp.s my typical salad is mixed greens, lots of onions, green onions,

occassionally carrots, ocassionaly sun dried tomatoes, occasionally egg beaters

(if I plan on not eating much meat), sometimes I use cheed sparingly, a

sprinkling of fat free croutons and Light Pecan Roasted Sun Dried Tomato Ranch

or a light Greek Vinigrette I LOVE SALAD!!!

Does anyone else have the problem of not being able to fill up on weight

watchers TV dinners? IT just wets my appetitte...but I never know what to add

with it that would be filling. If I werent watching what I eat, bread with

garlic butter, cheesecake and a Ameretto Sour lol

BTW who ever suggested wine spritzers at bars...THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I feel like I'm drinking a sophisticated drink (like when you were young and has

Shirley Temples) but w/o all the calories!!!!!!!

I'm scared to add any more fat to my diet because of when I do splurge. Its

like I need a reserve of fat I can eat for the week all at once.

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you ,

maybe you need a less intense exercise twice a week like walking?

I recently read the best way to burn fat is to work-out for 60 minutes or

more but at a lower intensity to avoid injury

That is why some days I now make myself do an Advanced work-out at halftime

thru-out even when I can do it at full speed and try to keep moving for an

extra 20 minutes

Normally, I mix it up more but I'm in training for the Taebo Marathon in LA :-)

I don't go all out but my workout usually lasts 2 hours for4 days of the

week...and and hour to an hour and a half the other days. My fiance wont let me

walk by myself but wont walk with me very often<sigh>

I want to get inline skates (when I get the money) and try skating on the

weekends to add in a " sport " .

I really, really want the Taebo Combat video. I know I could really get into

that!!! In the meantime does anyone know of any videos incoporating a full size

punching bag?? I love my bag...but I can only do it for a few minutes without

some direction.

Who thinks her fiance looks " sexiest " when he works out with me and is punching

on the bag...and look silliest when he Taebo's because the poor boy has no

rhythem.

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In a message dated 2/11/00 2:17:39 PM Eastern Standard Time, GalofGOP@...

writes:

<< have been trying to substitue an orange for one of my snacks.. I get alot

of fruit in my meals. I try to cook using fruit since it helps make things

sweet :-) Oatmeal is the easiest thing for me sinceI eat at my desk and one

packet never fills me up. I'm conidering getting some more egg beaters and

pre-making omelettes on the weekend for all week. Omelettes with no cheese

just vegies and salsa might be good. OR I might rotate that with the oatmeal.

>>

,

It sounds like you are doing great! I am sure you are sick of hearing this by

now, but just hang in there. Your body will eventually click or snap or do

whatever it is that bodies do when they decide to lose weight, LOL! I know

what you mean about the frozen WW meals. I don't even bother with them

anymore. For about the same calories you could have a grilled chicken breast,

some veggies and a big salad and feel much more satisfied!

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In a message dated 02/11/2000 2:17:26 PM Eastern Standard Time,

GalofGOP@... writes:

<< Does anyone else have the problem of not being able to fill up on weight

watchers TV dinners? IT just wets my appetitte...but I never know what to

add with it that would be filling. If I werent watching what I eat, bread

with garlic butter, cheesecake and a Ameretto Sour lol

BTW who ever suggested wine spritzers at bars...THANK

YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel like I'm drinking a sophisticated drink

(like when you were young and has Shirley Temples) but w/o all the

calories!!!!!!!

I'm scared to add any more fat to my diet because of when I do splurge. Its

like I need a reserve of fat I can eat for the week all at once. >>

,

if you have been eating like this almost everyday for more than a few weeks

without results, I think you need to cheat alittle more. Those WW tv dinners

are just a snack for me and I always have extra veggies, salad or soup with

them. Try nuts (almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds) for your snacks or

munching cuz they have the *good* fats.

Barb

who suggested the wine spritzers and also suggested a mimosa

and had my cake (or ice cream) and ate it too today by making a milk shake

with the Samoan ice cream, skim milk, flaxseed oil and bran.

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In a message dated 02/11/2000 2:25:46 PM Eastern Standard Time,

GalofGOP@... writes:

<< I don't go all out but my workout usually lasts 2 hours for4 days of the

week...and and hour to an hour and a half the other days. My fiance wont let

me walk by myself but wont walk with me very often<sigh> >>

whoa

you ain't eating enough girl!!!!

Barb

who knows should be eating more now

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In a message dated 02/11/2000 4:47:52 PM Eastern Standard Time,

dstout5@... writes:

<< Anyway, I didn't work out at all on Monday and I've limited my

workouts to 30 min. to 45 min. a day, with no second workout in the

afternoon. I'm slowly starting to feel better both mentally and

physically.

I'm better at preaching than what I practice. Listen to your body.

>>

this is exactly why I limit myself to one hour of TB a day

and 90 minutes of total exercise to avoid burn-out or injury

Barb

who found myself exhausted when I tried to do 2 work-outs everyday

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In a message dated 02/11/2000 1:07:34 PM Pacific Standard Time,

ravin@... writes:

<< I don't know about anyone else but I have gone through this once during

my Tae-bo journey too where I was still doing Tae-bo but my heart

wasn't in it. I did the Basic a few times and I saw how far I had

really come and it made me appreciate Tae-bo that much more. Reading

's book helped too. Best of luck to you. I would definetly go to

the doctor if something doesn't feel right whether it's emotionally

(been there) or physcially.

le >>

Thanks le for the advice. I really do enjoy taebo I just have

something wrong hormonely (?)

AmyK

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GalofGOP@... wrote:

>

> Thats kind of like me. I didnt realize how much weight I had gained until I

saw a tape of the show and it looked like I was storing something in my cheeks.

I only gained about 15lbs from my normal...but on my frame it REALLY shows. I

do not carry weight well at all. Sometimes I start getting all high about the

fact that I can fit into my smaller sized jeans that I will go out and buy that

size at the store without trying them on (I abhor dressing rooms and avoid them

at all costs.....especially in thrift stores..my main market) I'll get home

with these cool pants and I wont be able to get them over my hips. Its very

frustrating. I know its just a size. But I would like to see some progress

after a over a year of Taebo 5-6 times a week.

> (now I'm venting). I have lost about 5-7lbs in a year, which I know is

better than gaining 5-7 lbs. So I wont stop. I just need to know what I should

change without starving myself and over-exercising.

>

>, we have so much in common in terms of our diet, exercise, and plateau.

I am impressed with your diet, especially the " no alcohol " part. How long have

you been eating this well (without binge eating) and not drinking? I think it

will take at least a couple of months (but before your wedding) for your hard

work in terms of healthy eating and no drinking to pay off. Hang in there.

We'll sweat off a few pounds in Burbank in Feb., I bet.

Elena, who hopes did not come down with the flu

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Aimattae@... wrote:

>

I haven't been doing taebo to long and I am

> not losing any weight either. I am seeing some definition so that makes me

> feel good, but I also just see the flab over it. Actually, I am kinda of

> losing my motivation to do anything. I have only worked out twice this week

> so far, I am just not into like I used to be. I don't know what's happening.

> I am seeing results but I just don't care, I am losing it:) I seem to be

> mad at the slightest thing and I am just going nuts...I think maybe I am

> going to go to the doctor because I just am not feeling so well lately.

>

Yes, Amy, go to the doctor. Your body is telling you something. Is it

that time of the month? Let us know how the doctor appointment goes.

Elena

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Aimattae@... wrote:

>

I haven't been doing taebo to long and I am

> not losing any weight either. I am seeing some definition so that makes me

> feel good, but I also just see the flab over it. Actually, I am kinda of

> losing my motivation to do anything. I have only worked out twice this week

> so far, I am just not into like I used to be. I don't know what's happening.

> I am seeing results but I just don't care, I am losing it:) I seem to be

> mad at the slightest thing and I am just going nuts...I think maybe I am

> going to go to the doctor because I just am not feeling so well lately.

>

Yes, Amy, go to the doctor. Your body is telling you something. Is it

that time of the month? Let us know how the doctor appointment goes.

Elena

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galofgo-@... wrote:

original article:tae-bo_on/?start=11213

> Why won't my body respond????!!!!! I dont want to be rail thin, I

just want my chest and my belly to go away at least some more.

,

I think you're at the same stage as I am....we really only have a few

more pounds to take off. Those are the hardest ones to get off. I

feel the same way about being pretty toned, but there's this little

layer of fat over my stomach muscles that I'd really like to get rid

of. What helped keep me motivated was seeing TQ on QVC this morning.

Her stomach has come a long way in this past year. She was really

toned. If you notice in most of the videos, she's always wearing a

tank top that doesn't really show her stomach. Well, this morning she

had on a shirt that showed her whole stomach (it might of just been a

jogbra or a taebo shirt cut and tied). She has really toned up those

muscles. I think it just takes a lot of time. I'm definitely stuck at

this weight right now, but that's ok...because my body has undergone

enormous change in the last year, and maybe it just needs to regroup

for awhile. I know that if I keep doing what I am doing, that I will

continue to tone and that I will eventually reach my goal. Just keep

doing what you are doing and remember that it's harder when you only

have a few pounds to lose to get to your goal. I know it can be

frustrating at times, but it will come eventually

who can understand where is coming from

[Guest guest]

aimatta-@... wrote:

original article:tae-bo_on/?start=11217

> Actually, I am kinda of

> losing my motivation to do anything. I have only worked out twice

this week

> so far, I am just not into like I used to be.

AmyK,

I'm sorry you are having trouble getting motivated lately....I hope you

can figure out what it is that has gotten you feeling so down. Keep

posting and maybe you will get some motivation from everyone here. Try

to keep working out because that will help keep you feeling strong and

you will feel better about yourself..especially doing it when you don't

really feel like it! Hope you feel better soon!

[Guest guest]

-I've seen you on videos and believe me, you look incredible. I

did not see that layer of fat on your abs that you're talking about. Be

proud of where you're at right now.

-Your diet really does sound good. The only thing I can

suggest, is cutting out the Snackwells and have a piece of fruit

instead. You didn't mention the type of bread you're using, but you

might want to substitute a pita bread or a wrap for your bread. Too

many starchy/processed carbs. in your diet will retain water. Try it

and see if it helps.

Your dinner is very healthy and I definitely would not change a

thing. One thing that I've learned, is making your starch carb your

dessert. Have a huge salad and a nice piece of lean meat and a little

bit of your starchy carbs.

Don't be afraid of adding a little fat into your diet. Adding fat

into your diet will keep your cravings down, make you feel fuller

longer and your body needs some fats.

[Guest guest]

> aimatta-@... wrote:

> original article:tae-bo_on/?start=11217

>

> > Actually, I am kinda of

> > losing my motivation to do anything. I have only worked out twice

> this week

> > so far, I am just not into like I used to be.

>

> AmyK,

>

I don't know about anyone else but I have gone through this once during

my Tae-bo journey too where I was still doing Tae-bo but my heart

wasn't in it. I did the Basic a few times and I saw how far I had

really come and it made me appreciate Tae-bo that much more. Reading

's book helped too. Best of luck to you. I would definetly go to

the doctor if something doesn't feel right whether it's emotionally

(been there) or physcially.

le

[Guest guest]

Amy-I've been there, too! In fact, I'm slowly headed out of one of

these moods. This last time around was my fault. I hit the ol' wall,

a total burnout, something that is real and something that I haven't

done in years.

It all started right before my husband left on his trip. I wasn't

sleeping well at all and I was doing two workouts a day. My sleep

pattern got even worse while he was gone and I still did two hard

workouts a day. Then I hit the wall. My mental clarity went downhill,

lots of dizzy spells, etc. My physical wellness was shot, too and my

lower back hurt so much that I honestly thought I messed something up. I've had three surgeries and it's now fused. I thought I had ruptured

a disc either below or above the fusion.

Anyway, I didn't work out at all on Monday and I've limited my

workouts to 30 min. to 45 min. a day, with no second workout in the

afternoon. I'm slowly starting to feel better both mentally and

physically.

I'm better at preaching than what I practice. Listen to your body.

[Guest guest]

Amy-I've been there, too! In fact, I'm slowly headed out of one of

these moods. This last time around was my fault. I hit the ol' wall,

a total burnout, something that is real and something that I haven't

done in years.

It all started right before my husband left on his trip. I wasn't

sleeping well at all and I was doing two workouts a day. My sleep

pattern got even worse while he was gone and I still did two hard

workouts a day. Then I hit the wall. My mental clarity went downhill,

lots of dizzy spells, etc. My physical wellness was shot, too and my

lower back hurt so much that I honestly thought I messed something up. I've had three surgeries and it's now fused. I thought I had ruptured

a disc either below or above the fusion.

Anyway, I didn't work out at all on Monday and I've limited my

workouts to 30 min. to 45 min. a day, with no second workout in the

afternoon. I'm slowly starting to feel better both mentally and

physically.

I'm better at preaching than what I practice. Listen to your body.

[Guest guest]

GalofGOP@... wrote:

>

>> I didnt get the flu...just the Crud and I think I recovered pretty quickly

because I have been taking such good care of myself. My fiance had it for days

and he is a runner (who has slacked off a bit lately)

>

>Interesting. I have a bad head cold, but not half as bad as what my husband

had and still has. Maybe it's because you and I are in such good shape from

taebo?

To be honest I really wanted to loose a few pounds before LA :-)

Maybe I'd get a type outfit.. Somthing that shows off a bit of

my abs without being too much. ( my hero :-)

I felt the same way about an ab-showing top and wanting to look like

. Remember she is a very tall woman. We 5'6 " women may have

shorter (and wider) tummies. My abs aren't ready for prime time yet

either. I bought some cute work out tops that go just over the belt

line. I guess you could even wear a leotard under your pants or

shorts. Well at least you can fill out your tops; mine always look like

there is room for a few more up there. We can have a dress rehearsal on

Wed. night.

Elena, who is glad, I guess, that just has the Crud, whatever

that is.