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Dirty Dance Off That Weight
Dance class is a great workout—a half-hour burns about 200 calories—but there’s the little issue of shimmying in a room full of strangers. Here’s the solution: Do your dancing at home with these great new DVDs. Read More
The New Secrets to Staying Slim
From Health magazine
After dedicating themselves to our Feel Great Weight Plan for six months, Vanessa Trost, Susan Chapman, and Tiffany Walling McGarity have lost a grand total of 81 pounds—and they look and feel amazing. And judging from all the great feedback we’ve received on the program, you do, too! How do you keep the pounds from creeping back on? Follow these real-world tips. Read More
Susan: Secrets to Staying Slim
From Health magazine
Susan Chapman, 39
Global head of operations, Citi Realty Services
Height: 5′ 9″
Goal weight: 199 lbs.
Her worry: “How can I continue what I’ve started for the long haul despite my hectic schedule?” Read More
Vanessa: Secrets to Staying Slim
From Health magazine
Vanessa Trost, 39
Marketing and public relations consultant
Height: 6′
Goal weight: 170 lbs.
Her worry: “How do I keep the weight from sneaking back on?” Read More
Tiffany: Secrets to Staying Slim
From Health magazine
Tiffany Walling McGarity, 37
Photographer and producer
Height: 5′ 4″
Goal weight: 135 lbs.
Her worry: “How do I keep myself from blowing off the gym now that I don’t have a trainer to report to?” Read More
How This Mother of Three Lost Over 70 Pounds
From Health magazine
Hilary Andreas didn’t want to settle for her postpregnancy shape—so she dropped 70-plus pounds. Read More
Diet Slump: Tips for Budging the Scale
From Health magazine
Here are three practical ways to bust that plateau! Read More
Bust Your Diet Slump
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From Health magazine
You’re four months into your Feel Great Weight Plan, and diet fatigue may be setting in. Maybe you’re losing the resolve you had or wondering why the needle isn’t moving as quickly as it was when you started. No worries: Hitting a plateau is totally normal—and not a sign of impending failure. With a little guidance (and maybe a nudge or two) from our experts, you’ll be able to stay the course and continue to peel off pounds. Read More
Bust Your Diet Slump: Tiffany Walling McGarity

From Health magazine
Tiffany Walling McGarity, 36
Photographer and producer
Height: 5′ 4″
Goal weight: 135 lbs.
Her dilemma: “I feel like I should be able to eat or drink anything I want because I’m so diligent with my exercise. Any suggestions?”
Slump-busting plan: Focus on nonedible rewards, Sharon Richter, RD, advises. Instead of using pizza or wine as a “prize” for a workout, treat yourself to a massage to soothe those hardworking muscles. Or, trick your taste buds—eat spaghetti squash instead of pasta, or a homemade whole-wheat quesadilla with low-fat cheese and grilled shrimp instead of pizza. Read More
Previous weight loss Stories
How One Woman Lost 60 Pounds, Then Climbed Kilimanjaro
10/10/2008 - FitnessSlideshow: Great Party Swaps
10/07/2008 - Feel Great WeightEat, Drink, and Stay Slim
10/07/2008 - Feel Great WeightFirst Aid for Your Diet
09/23/2008 - Fitness2 Simple Steps to a Healthier You
09/16/2008 - Get Fit BlogBust That Plateau!
09/10/2008 - Feel Great WeightThe Secret to Walking Off That Belly Fat



