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Healthy You Program

Week 4: Increase Everything

A New Season and a New, Healthier YOU!

Want to be healthier this season? Join the club. Literally! Tons of GL readers will be following our fab fitness plan. Our week-by-week shape-up will get you the results you want. You’re gonna make your fitness goals a reality. Promise!

Get Bikini Confident by Summer!

Don't waste another second stressing about sun 'n' sand season! We've got tried and true tips to help you tone up fast and feel fabulous about yourself in just a few weeks. Which way to the beach? This summer's gonna be sizzlin'!

Week 4: Increase Everything

EATS Start thinking about snacks as mini meals. So you wouldn't eat, say, ice cream for dinner, right? Switch to combos like peanut butter on whole wheat toast and broccoli 'n' tomatoes eaten together (raw, with hummus) that pack a more powerful punch.

EXERCISE Got a big fitness goal? Try periodization. That means breaking you dream (finishing a 10K) into mini steps (seperate goals for endurance, distance, speed) then work on a couple things at a time.

BY JIAE K. ON 5/10/2009 10:00:00 AM 37 COMMENTS

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i have about 25 pound to lose until I'm at a healthy weight. I have a goal to look good in a bikini, but can i lose enough weight so i don't run out of time before summers over? I know everything to do and try to follow the tips in GL, all i need to know if its possible and possibly some tips? thanks!!!

Hey Babes, Try laying off the soda and do a little extra walking with friends- it'll keep you motivated. xo Annemarie

Annemarie D.

tennisoboefreak13 on 5/20/2009 9:39:28 PM

MOD! MOD! MOD!
Thanks for the great tips. But I'm having a tough time eating healthier. Every time I get home from school I get very hungry and eat tons of snacks. I can't really find anything healthy to eat (that I actually like) in the fridge or pantry. Do you have any tips on how I can stop my snacking and eating healthier when I get home from school?
Thanks.

hey babes, Try prepairing snacks ahead of time and try out new recipes for healthy snacks. Check this link out http://www.girlslife.com/category/tastyeats.aspx XO Lori

lori S.

Caitie8 on 5/20/2009 7:04:15 PM

MOD!!
Im training to do the iron kids triathlon (seinor division) and I want to konw how I can train and how often.

Hey girl,

Wow, I'm impressed--don't know if I would ever be able to do that! I'm not an expert on this, but I do know the basics: start your workouts small, and then build them up. That way, they're always manageable, but you're working more and more as your abilities increase. I would suggest getting together with another person who is also training for the triathlon so you can train together. Also, if anyone you know has done a triathlon before, ask them for some training tips!

xo Lisa

Lisa B.

armybrat81496 on 5/20/2009 3:23:49 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD!
I have HUGE thighs and legs. I would really like to tone them down so i am more confortable during bikini season. How do I work out so I can slim then down?!

Go running regularly and do lunges or other leg workouts. -lauren

Lauren H.

{S.O.C.C.E.R} on 5/16/2009 7:44:58 PM

i know everyone is starting new clubs but this one is different u will see if u try it out thx

fungurl100 on 5/16/2009 4:16:00 PM

hey girliesim starting a new club called down2earth. Basicaly its a club were people could be thereself and get questions or advice anwser such as: beauty, school, guys, freinds, periods and much more. the down2earth club will be on my profile so if u wanna join the club all u have to do is comment on my profile that u wanna join and then i will anwser u back on your profile, once your in u can invite other girls to come, chat with other girls on my profile and tal kabout the lastest gossip. If u have any further question please feel absolutly free to jsut comment the question onto my profile how to chat soon - Down2earth Gal Fungurl100P.s remember this club is about Fun and being who u want to be bye

fungurl100 on 5/16/2009 4:04:28 PM

fungurl100 on 5/16/2009 4:04:07 PM

hey girlies
if anyway is lookin for a freind or sum one to chat to or u need advice im your gal i jsut wanna make freinds anyway g2g bye

comment on my proifle if u do bye

fungurl100 on 5/13/2009 3:11:16 PM

MODERATORS!!!!!!!!!!!!!MODERATORS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i need advice on how to stay ontrack for the healthy you program i almost hadly or never do it anymore and i REALLLLLLLLLLLYYYYYYY want to participte and have fun u hav any tips ????

Hey Girl- Just check it out every day, make it your homepage or something when you get on the internet. That way, everytime you log on, you'll be reminded. Also, you could get a BFF to do it with you! <3Ash

ashley b.

fungurl100 on 5/13/2009 3:10:15 PM

Hey chicas! I am looking for a friend who is like me:

Loves Harry Potter

Is 13-16

Doesn't have a boyfriend (Sigh. I am single and NOT loving it!)

Loves rock and roll!!

Likes to play video games

And has a good sense of humor!

Just reply to this comment on my profile! ;) Thanks!!

darkduck12 on 5/12/2009 3:10:51 PM

***************MODERATORS!****************
HELP ME PLZ! really latley ive just felt horrible all down in the dumps and sad and mad all the time im just not feeling like mysleft im ussually really preppy its startted well i thin it did wen i got my period i jsut feel horrible and VERY self conchas about my self wat do i do idk how to change it and i miss the old me!!!!!!!!!!!
*****************MODERTORS!********************

Hey babe, it can be changing hormones or something else which is normal for your age. Talk about it to your 'rents, friends, teacher or school counselor. Just letting out feels a lot better!

katelin s.

live life love life cuz you only have 1 life on 5/11/2009 9:50:47 PM

MOD
if I make my healthy you journal private am I really the only one that can see it or can mods see it too?

The mods can see anything in a profile.

katelin s.

amanda likes gummy bears! on 5/11/2009 9:49:15 PM

Hey, check out my profile and comment!. . .

darkduck12 on 5/11/2009 8:26:15 PM

MOD MOD MOD!!! I have been trying to run frequently, but if I run too hard, my knees start to hurt and then I can't get in a good workout until they feel better. My dad says it's because my knees aren't strong enough for heavy exercise. I just want to know what kind of exercises I could do to strengthen my knees? (Thanks!)

Hey girl! First of all, you should make sure you're stretching thoroughly before and after you work out. Also, maybe try doing a walk, jog, sprint, instead of doing an all out run. And try running on softer surfaces like grass. Running on pavement can hurt your joints. Also try elevating your legs, icing them for 20 min on, 20 min off, and taking some Ibuprofen.

Jess H.

girlnextdoor123 on 5/11/2009 6:26:39 PM

i am getting really into the work out.....i wonder how i am going to turn out when the program is over!!!!!!:]

beatleluver60 on 5/11/2009 6:01:18 PM

HEY GIRLS NEW CLUB club-girlslife1 IS THE PROFILE THERE IS INFO ON THE PROFILE IT WILL BE FUN THIS WEEK I HAVE PEOPLE RUNNING FOR VP AND I NEED SOME MEMBERS

XOXO GIMMI SOME SUPPORT

club-girlslife1 on 5/11/2009 1:15:41 PM

hey girls please check out my profile

wednesday1408 on 5/11/2009 1:12:23 PM

Heyy girls! this is club Mod's president!! do u give great fashion advice?? well if u do then u r in luck because club MOD is looking for a head of fashion!! if u r interested in running for this position let us know by leaving a comment on our vice president's profile saying u wanna run for the post (don't forget to post your user name)!! our vice president will then put u on the list of people running for the position!!!
YOU NEED TO TELL HER IF YOU WANNA RUN FOR THE POSITION BY 9:00 PM PACIFIC TIME ON MONDAY MAY 11 (TOMORROW)!!! IF YOU DONT YOU WILL NOT BE A CANDIDATE!!!

OUR VICE PRESIDENT'S USER IS: lovelikethis<3

xoxo club MOD president,

Crystal <3"

clubMOD on 5/11/2009 10:06:05 AM

cool!
i heart that!!!!!
come join my club: Just Between Us girls!!!
we talk about fashion, boys, friends, trust and much more!!!!
i am looking for VP so comment on my profile if u r interested!

Coco Chanel gabrielle on 5/10/2009 11:28:45 PM

heyyy!! i love running!!! i have done a marathon and 2 half marathons and a million races before that!!!

Check my profile and comment please!!!

xoxo, lovelikethis<3

lovelikethis<3 on 5/10/2009 11:16:10 PM

heyy girls!!! wanna know what the best, new club is?? club MOD(Most Original Delight) would be that club. it is a super awesome club where girls can gossip, talk about anything, ask for advice on anything, and take awesome quizzes! there are alot of other things you can do but those are just some of the thing our club offers!! the club president is user: clubMOD! i am the vice president and we would love for you to join! just leave a comment on my profile or clubMOD's, telling us u wanna join (dont 4get to put what ur user name is!). so join our club!!

xoxo,

Club MOD vice president,

Lala <3 (aka lovelikethis<3)

lovelikethis<3 on 5/10/2009 11:14:53 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD I don't like to do cardio like running or walking, but I like to go on bike rides.

Is that considered good cardio?

Hey girl,

Biking is a good cardio but it depends on how much you do it with the right nutrition for your body. Also, even if you don't like running and walking, you should always try to do a bit of it.

<3 Jeannie

Jeannie L.

<3 I love GL! <3 on 5/10/2009 5:38:41 PM

***MOD*** Okay, so I really think I should start doing this stuff....BUT I'm on a track team and I practice for an hour and a half three days a week. Does this mean I shouldnt do the excercise part or just do it anyway? Also, should I do tha magazine workouts after I get home from track? Cuz arent u supposed to do those afer cardio?

I would just to the magazine workouts after track. -lauren

Lauren H.

mymirrorgirl on 5/10/2009 4:36:40 PM

thanks MOD
also wat r some good exercises for butt and thighs

zoeismybff592 on 5/10/2009 4:12:41 PM

ughhhhh.... i totally backtracked on the healthy u! im supposed to be dun in like 7 days, but i havent worked on it for 3 weeks and i dont see and results!

isabella1997219 on 5/10/2009 3:56:28 PM

MOD ok my body is outta proportion. I'm skinny on top but my butt thighs and hips r huge. how do I even it out (aka: make my butt thighs and hips smaller)? Thanks<3 MOD

Make sure to work out everyday to tone those areas. -lauren

Lauren H.

zoeismybff592 on 5/10/2009 3:43:20 PM

12th comment?

gigglemaster12 on 5/10/2009 3:35:39 PM

****************MODERATORS!************** wats wronge w/ me i dont wanna do anything anymore i did ge4t my tonsils out 2 or 3 weeks ago so im not totally bac 2 normal but even before i didnt want to y??? ***********MODERATORS!***********************

I think it's just how you are as a person. Try to motivate yourself to do things. Once you get into the habit of it, you won't drag your feet as much. -lauren

Lauren H.

live life love life cuz you only have 1 life on 5/10/2009 3:07:51 PM

i feel so proud of myself. so since its moms day i helped out my stepmom, by going 2 the store with her 2 help her with my lil sis. n we talked alot which was good 4 both of us, we get along the best out of most of my sibs, (i got 3) and it was nice cuz she said i was the most mature of my sibs n im the 2nd youngest, its my older sis, twin bro, then lil sis. n that was nice. then i helped her bring the laundry down n jus offer 2 do stuff. id do the laundry but she likes 2 do that herself. n i gotta make a card 4 my real mom who im going 2 go c 2day with a play. my 2 other sibs rnt coming cuz they dont talk 2 her anymore.

i_rock_big_socks!!!!! on 5/10/2009 2:35:18 PM

Mod Is running for track concidered cardio???? Another Question: i have an oval face, what kind of layers should i get to compliment my face???

Running is excellent cardio! Try getting bigger layers. -lauren

Lauren H.

vball24 on 5/10/2009 2:32:27 PM

i need 2 exercise. i am doing alota abb workouts now. i need 2 do cardio. like really. mayb ill go 4 a quick jog or paint my nails... no i gotta leave at 1. but i will b wearing flip flops. i dont think i will. idk idk. i need 2 paint my nails black 4 my show n figure out my makeup.
i gotta do my daily workout!! ahhh i cant wait 4 my field trip!!! lemme c, havi been healthy 2day... yogurt n eggos w/ btter only 4 bfast then a banana chocolate vivano 4rm starbucks... kinda healty

i_rock_big_socks!!!!! on 5/10/2009 2:32:08 PM

MOD MOD MOD! My best friend use to to be soo much fun and didnt care about how she looked. but now she keeps on saying shes fat and has become BOY OBSESSED. all she does is talk about guys and ditches me for them. Plus she wears shirts that totally show cleavage and then she bends down ugg! wat do i do........i want my old friend back???

Hey girl, I think your friend is just changing and you can't get her completely back. I would try talking to her about how you feel about all of this and maybe she'll try to be her old self. -lauren

Lauren H.

blueyez07 on 5/10/2009 1:45:12 PM

Gimmie a F gimmie an A gimmie a FASHION! Need answers to those fashion blunders? I am here! I love helping out girls who need a little help, cuz its tough being a gal! Post me!

OH and MOOOODDDD! I am going to a dance campe this summer, know any good dancewear stores?

igymnast10 on 5/10/2009 1:28:43 PM

wats a good goal mod? i want it 2 be for running but idk wat

live life love life cuz you only have 1 life on 5/10/2009 11:12:35 AM

Thrd comment? Awesome! THANK YEH!!

fanohim on 5/10/2009 10:38:03 AM

I usually dont snack a lot, but broccoli and hummus does sound yummy

Check out my profile girls, and please leave a comment, thanks!

SportyGal on 5/10/2009 10:05:06 AM

first comment??Thanks GL!! This helped a lot!!

sportybabe on 5/10/2009 10:04:14 AM

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