A call for questions from Vtrim (giveaway post).

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Before I let the Vtrim Peeps take over the microphone for the day (I know. I so pun'y!) I wanted to take a moment and remind/let new readers know why I've decided to do so. I really like & respect their work. Vermont was just named the healthiest state in the nation by America’s Health Rankings. So we have some health experts from the University of Vermont’s Vtrim Online Weight ... Continue Reading

A MizFit Thanksgiving.

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subtitle: Ive had so many emails on this subject I decided to select none and, in essence, use them all. As one might surmise my Thanksgiving post wont focus upon how to eat less on this special day. In fact, if you refer back to this post, you’ll see that I believe it’s entirely up to YOU. Is the Thanksgiving meal one you adore (please to substitute any festive occasion if you’re not a ... Continue Reading

Vtrim (guest post).

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Subtitle: No, dont change the channel this isnt a 'diet pitch.' Vtrim Online is a behavioral weight loss program run by the University of Vermont (Im a sucker for things tied to institutions of higher learning. I cant help it.). It's an educational, interactive experience that gives users the tools to achieve a sustainable lifestyle change. Vtrim gathers groups (no more than 20) for ... Continue Reading

A story of cake and kings.

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After reading a comment Kary made at MizFit I emailed asked if she'd expand on her remark regarding food, Mexico and traditional Mexican holiday celebrations. I was particularly interested in hearing her thoughts regarding Three Kings Day because I'd written about/researched it extensively for a newspaper serial. (The serial was written for elementary school aged students & The Three ... Continue Reading

What’s your language of encouragement & a visit from the Guytitian.

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Hey Miz, I know I've seen this same question in your comments before but I dont remember your answering it. Forgive me if I'm repeating stuff. Here is my problem (and I think it's a common one): my husband wont work out. He wont take care of himself healthwise at all. He makes poor food choices and whines to me and then gets mad when I try to encourage or help him. Besides leading by example ... Continue Reading

It’s WORLD DIABETES DAY, People.

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Id say 'who knew?' but, as evidenced by the string of words below, MizFit did. (pats self on back) On December 20, 2006, the general assembly of the United Nations voted to designate November 14 each year as World Diabetes Day (MizFit note: OK, I wasnt aware of any of this until this year. You guys?). The day aims to increase an awareness of the effects of diabetes and its complications ... Continue Reading

Viewer Mail. Travel & The Art of Goal Achievement.

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Hey MizFit. Im kind of in a panic and I think you would be the perfect person to ask since you just got back from that trip to chicago. What on earth do you do for food when traveling? what did you do in chicago??? how can I plan for succes as Im so close to goal but I know Ill gain at least ten pounds on this trip. THANKS!!! Once upon a time, when Miz & Ren Man took kayaking lessons, ... Continue Reading

BOO’er Mail. The Fright Night edition.

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Miz, I know you were joking when you said that part about halloween candy and fright in your poem, but I am afraid!! Every year I actually do ok until the night of halloween and then I almost eat as much candy as I pass out. HELP ME. What do you do!? Ahhh. Halloween. And, because I know you dont come here for the try knitting, drawing, or any other activity which keeps your hands occupied ... Continue Reading

Monday Facetime. Chock Full of Oat’y, Rhyme’y Goodness.

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Subtitle: OK, People. You've had your time to think now get to the question asking! httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0MeFVggkVA Need more motivation? Three commenters will win an amazing treat box from Quaker including oatmeal, oatmeal-to-go, instant oatmeal and oatmeal squares. USA only (I know, People, I know...) ... Continue Reading

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