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Week 1: Get Creative with your Healthy Routine

EATS Make DIY versions of microwaveable b-fasts or snacks. Freeze Sunday's banana pancakes. Fill a wheat wrap with veggies and cheese. Then nuke as needed. Good things don't always come in packages.

EXERCISE Do spend 20 minutes three times a week getting your heart pumping, but don't confine yourself to just sports or jogging. Dance, play Wii Fit, whatever you enjoy. With a five-minute warm-up and cool-down, you only have to push it for 10. Doable, right?

BY JIAE K. ON 10/11/2009 7:00:00 AM 72 COMMENTS

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hey! okay, so, im 13 years old, 5' 1" and i usually weigh 95 pounds, but i just gained 10 pounds really quickly! so now im 5' 1" and 105 pounds. i dont look fat, but i was wondering if it was a healthy weight! thanks mod, i luv ya!

Girl do not worry at all! You are totally healthy. As long as you are eating healthy and getting exercise then don't focus on the number. All that matters is how you feel!

Kayla C.

alpha_girlie on 3/11/2010 8:31:49 PM

MOD****** WHATS DIY? thanks

Hey girlie,

DIY stands for Do IT Yourself

Melissa H.

Rossi72 on 3/4/2010 4:26:37 PM

this sounds cool im gonna try it

lnl1199 on 2/12/2010 6:09:15 PM

MOD-I have an insanely slow metabolism how do I make it faster so I can eat more foods without feeling guilty afterwords?!

Hi babes, there isn't much you can do to change your body chemistry. I think that if you start working out ( a few hours of cardio a week) you will speed it up and you will NEED to eat more to keep your body in top shape. xo JANA

jana k.

63daddy on 1/2/2010 7:43:46 AM

MOD MOD MOD!!!
I turned 12 in September and I weigh 120 pounds. I'm 5' 1". Is that overweight? Thanks so much!

hey girl!

I'm pretty sure that's a normal weight for your height but if you're still concerned about it, talk to your doctor about it.

Liz R.

clubsmileyface on 12/22/2009 1:44:18 PM

MOD If I don't eat a good breakfast in the morning, my stomach rumbles really loud at school before lunch starts! (and lunch starts really late at my school). do you have any breakfast ideas that are FAST and easy, I don't have that much time in the morning either...thanks! you're a lifesaver.

Hey girly, I like muching on granola bars, bananas and yogurt, and bagels or muffins.

Lynae P.

tennisoboefreak13 on 11/27/2009 10:43:23 PM

MOD-
hey! i haven't done this before, but i have a question. i am 12 1/2 years old. i look like i'm 14. guys keep mistaking me for a junior in HIGH SCHOOL, ever since the 6 th grade. i'm 130 lbs, but i'm really super tall and have a huge butt, huge chest, and i'm suuupperr uncomfortable. i've learned to deal w/ being more mature, but lately i'm really self-conscious. i'm 5'6" and i have been maturing REALLY fast. am i overweight? i eat healthy too, and excersise for hours every other day, but i'm confused. my bff keeps calling me obeise, even though i am pretty and my stoumach is flat, but my BMI say's i'm perfectly normal, and should gain about a pound. please help, i'm not really like obsessive or anything, but MOD's seem to be the best answer. thank you!
xoxoxoxo
Tay

Hey girl, I'm not a doctor who knows your physically health history, but 5'6'' and 130 pounds is DEFINITELY NOT obese. It actually sounds like you'd be skinny to me. Don't let your "friend," who doesn't seem to be very nice by the way, influence the way you think and feel about your weight. As long as your are getting exercise, eating healthy and your doctor doesn't mention problems with your weight, you're perfect!

Jiae K.

infinityrain on 11/27/2009 1:31:23 PM

Is there a way I can get the healthier you program e-mailed to me?

Hey babe, no, but keep checking back for updates on the site here!

katelin s.

singergrl702 on 11/26/2009 9:24:45 PM

Thank you so much Taeler!

You're so welcome, babe! Hope I helped!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

i_luv_devin on 11/24/2009 8:39:59 PM

MOD- I don't know if I'm eating too much...today... Breakfast: 1 egg, 2 pieces of wheat free toast one with jam, 1 sausage,/snacks at skl: 2 licorice, tortito chips/ home: cereal, ice cream, root beer./ and my rent's may be making dinner...

Hey girl! Sounds like you're eating the right amount! You could try switching some things out for healthier alternatives like fruit or veggies.

-Taeler

Taeler L.

i_luv_devin on 11/24/2009 8:34:02 PM

Hey MOD. I know it doesn't matter what everyone else is like or what they weigh, but I would like to know. What is the average weight for 14 year olds? I'm about 5'4", and I weigh around 106-107 pounds. Is this ok? I try running a mile every day. Are there any other tricks to help flatten my belly? I know it doesn't matter, but still... Thanks a ton!

Hey babe,

You're at a totally normal weight!

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

luvlife4ever on 11/18/2009 5:09:33 PM

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I am like really fat and i would like to lose at least 5 pounds b/c i've been doing the fittnes thing on this site but my upper body is now looking skinny but i still have very big legs what should i do & what should i eat? please reply i need advice.

Hey girl, first of all, your body is beautiful. You should focus on being healthy (and our GL program is a great start!), not trying to lose a magic number of pounds. Relax a bit. If you're exercising and eating healthy, don't sweat your legs. Your legs and body is uniquely Y-O-U and growing. Embrace it.

xoxo

Alyssa B.

dram_gueen1o1 on 10/28/2009 9:00:46 PM

my mom get a wii fit a couple months ago it's a fun way to get in shape.

jbfan on 10/25/2009 7:58:36 PM

MOD MOD my bff told me that this guy liked me and ever since i started middle school last year im in 7th grade now anyway how do i lose weight fast im very unhappy with my body

Girl, you don't need to lose weight (and there is no way to do it fast) because youre beautiful and that guy liking you should be reassurance for that. Best, Miliana

Miliana B.

toby1 on 10/18/2009 10:19:50 AM

MOD MOD~!!!
how & where do u join for the week by week healthy u program? and where exactly do i go to check out the detailed week by week healthy u program? thanx for ur help!

You join it individually and check back the next week for updates. Best, Miliana

Miliana B.

ranjana.prsd on 10/18/2009 1:45:34 AM

PLEASE DON'T READ THIS, YOU WILL BE KISSED ON THE NEAREST POSSIBLE FRIDAY BY THE LOVER OF YOUR LIFE. TOMMORROW WILL BE THE BEST DAY OF YOUR LIFE. NOW YOU'VE STARTED READING THIS, DON'T STOP, THIS IS FREAKY.

1. Say your name 10 times.
2. Say your mom's name 5 times.
3. Say your crush's name 3 times.
4. Paste this to 4 other quizzes. If you do this, your crush will kiss you on the nearest Friday, but if you read this and do not paste this, then you will have very bad luck! SEND THIS TO 5 QUIZZES IN 143 MINUTES. WHEN YOU'RE DONE PRESS F6 AND YOUR CRUSH'S NAME WILL APPEAR IN BIG LETTERS ON THE SCREEN. THIS IS SO FREAKY BECAUSE IT ACTUALLY WORKS

peacelovehappiness115246 on 10/17/2009 11:37:38 PM

MODERATORS!!!!!!!! hii howw doo youu curee VER DRY LIPS their like burning noww on hae liek a think crust around them and their red and purple and veryy dryy??? any advice ?

Hey girly, try getting new chapstick or lip balm. Putting vaseline and hot water on dry cracked lips helps too.

Lynae P.

fungurl100 on 10/16/2009 11:10:06 PM

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What are some moves to stretch before a workout, and some moves to cool down. Please don't give me a link or tell me to look around the site because I already did. Thanks in advance!

brandish25 on 10/16/2009 3:46:27 PM

shmepi on 10/15/2009 11:10:19 PM

i soo need to get in shpe 4 smer cuz dont every girl wnt 2 look g00d in front ov her bf!!

LovedInDaRoom312 on 10/15/2009 7:56:11 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD What do you suggest to eat for breakfast for the rest of the week. I do not have any good ideas for breakfast. Please help! Thanks

Hey girl! Cereal, oatmeal, eggs, egg sandwiches with cheese and ham, egg burritos (egg in a tortilla with cheese and salsa)... eat anything that appeals to you. Just make sure you eat breakfast!

XOXO

Liz

Liz L.

greengrl4eva on 10/14/2009 10:34:12 AM

Thank you for the great advice Katrina E.!!!!!!!! It helped a lot! i feel much better now! thanx!~

superem on 10/14/2009 10:11:22 AM

Thanks

[xganzxalleinx] on 10/13/2009 12:16:25 AM

Uhm.. Hey MOD(Moderator?)This is akward.. But uhm, are you supposed to shave your pubic area? I don't mean like way down there, I mean (Agh this is akward. >:p) the part where most of the hair grows in the front. Can you wax it? Uhm yeah, thanks.. - Sarah

Hey Sarah,

A lot of girls shave or wax their pubic hair. It's completely normal to do so.

xoxo Keltie

Keltie E.

[xganzxalleinx] on 10/13/2009 12:06:01 AM

Veronica Barakat
I AGREE it is soooo annoying!!

edgypunkrockerchick on 10/12/2009 4:42:56 PM

******MOD***********
when are you guys gonna post today's g-life article???
THANKS!!

Hey! We just posted a new one.

Liz

Liz L.

edgypunkrockerchick on 10/12/2009 4:26:17 PM

STOP WITH THE CHAIN LETTERS ON GL!!!!!!!

Veronica Barakat on 10/12/2009 4:02:26 PM

REALLY WORKS! TRY IT OUT!
1. Say ur name 10x
2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this to 4 other articles, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday!!!!!

lutz94 on 10/12/2009 3:28:27 PM

1. Say ur name 10x
2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this in 4 other spots, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday

skatingkatiegirl95 on 10/12/2009 3:03:31 PM

1. Say ur name 10x
2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this in 4 other spots, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday!

kookygirl54 on 10/12/2009 1:38:56 PM

1. Say ur name 10x
2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this in 4 other spots, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday!

soccerstar444 on 10/12/2009 1:17:31 PM

REALLY WORKS! TRY IT OUT!
1. Say ur name 10x
2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this in 4 other spots, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday!

Liddiebug7 on 10/12/2009 1:17:12 PM

Veronica i think that a goth butterfly would be cute and funny or a fairy! LOOL maybe no the fairy

swim_chick101 on 10/12/2009 11:50:05 AM

******MOD**********
i am trying to lose weight but the problem is that i love to snack so if i snack only on fruits and veggies throughout the day, over time will i lose weight or should cut out snacking all together??
THANKS!!

Hey Girly,

Snacking on healthy food over junk food is a good start and eating smaller portions more continuously over the day has been proven to help the metabolism, but snacking can be a bad habit. Try to cut down on munching when you're doing it just because your bored. Eat healthy and when you're hungry and this should help your snacking. To have an overall healthier lifestyle it may be a good idea to also start working out. Working out will boost your energy, curb your hunger and make you feel better on the inside and out. Start with walking, jogging or yoga. Good luck!

xoxo

Katarina E.

edgypunkrockerchick on 10/12/2009 11:43:36 AM

Hey girlies!!
i am tryng to get 199 comments on my profile so please check it out and comment and i will comment on your ASAP!!!
♥ ♥ ♥ Mickey ♥ ♥ ♥

edgypunkrockerchick on 10/12/2009 11:35:33 AM

MOD
can u plz help me with these two ?s
1) i look really young for my age and i dont no how to look older. i am not allowed to wear makeup
2)i ahve really beautiful hair not to brag or anything. its really thick dirty blond with a lot of natural highlights. it curls and scrunchs easily and it also straightens wonderfuly too. but i dont no wat to do with it and how to show off my hair and idesas?
thx so much!

Hey chica!!

So before I started wearing makeup I looked painfully young too, so trust me I can give you some advice! While it may be annoying now, take pride in the fact that you look young, as you get older you will really appreciate your youthful looks. Wearing your hair down will not only help to show it off, but will also help to make you look older. If your parents allow you, you can also dab on some lip-gloss that may help to make you look more mature. It sounds like you can do almost anything with your hair luckyy- so do it. Some days wear it straight and other days wear it wavy or scrunched. You can play up your hair with braids in the front, clips or cute headbands. Look at pics of Blair and Serena on Gossip Girl to get some fun ideas!

xoxo

Katarina E.

swim_chick101 on 10/12/2009 11:35:19 AM

Hey girlies!!
i am tryng to get 199 comments on my profile so please check it out and comment and i will comment on yours ASAP!!!
♥ ♥ ♥ Mickey ♥ ♥ ♥

edgypunkrockerchick on 10/12/2009 11:26:34 AM

MOD!MOD!MOD!MOD!
I need to lose a little weight. i'm not overweight but most of my friends my age are like 90-95 lbs. and i'm 103 i just need to lose like 5 pounds and slim my thighs and butt and flatten my stomach. I need to eat healthier too but i don't like most fruits and veggies and multigrain or whole grain bread makes me gag! i need a fitness and healthy eating plan and some tips. help!
COMMENT ON MY PROFILE!!!!! PLZ!!

Hey Girly!

You don't have to feel like you need to shed pounds just because you're at a different weight than the other girls you know. We're all different and that's totally normal! Now if you want to change your lifestyle to be more healthy overall, that's a great idea for anyone and will make you feel better both inside and out. To get started you will have to begin eating healthier...no one really likes veggies and fruit as much as junk, but the long term benefits of a healthy diet are really important. For breakfast try grapefruit sprinkled with a little sugar or put strawberries or blueberries in your cereal. Give whole wheat and multi-grain products a chance- once you get used to the change they're not so bad! For fitness grab your bff and set some goals. Having a partner will help you stick to your routine. You can start by walking around your neighborhood or following a beginner's yoga video. Jogging and pilates are also great ways to get in shape! Good luck and remember it's about a healthy lifestyle- you're beautiful just the way you are!

xoxo

Katarina E.

superem on 10/12/2009 11:00:30 AM

MOD MOD MOD Me and my friends are all going to be something goth for Halloween, do you know a cute/goth/creative costume i could make? (reg goth and lil red ridding hood goth is taken) Thanks<3333 All.Time.Low.Fan.Forever<<33 Veronica Barakat

Hey girlie! You could always be like a goth vampire or a goth Cinderella. There are so many options! Get creative!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

Veronica Barakat on 10/12/2009 12:24:53 AM

:GL GIRLS

I need Halloween party ideas(music,food,games,etc.)! Oh and an awesome costumes, my crush is gonna be @ the party!
THANK YOU!

All.Time.Low.Fan.Forever<<33
Veronica Barakat

Veronica Barakat on 10/11/2009 11:55:29 PM

OK thanx Tae L.

All.Time.Low.Fan.Forever<<33 Veronica Barakat

Hey no prob,babe! Hope I helped!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

Veronica Barakat on 10/11/2009 11:54:10 PM

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CLUB GLAMOUROUS! on 10/11/2009 11:51:52 PM

MOD MOD MOD I need Halloween party ideas(music,food,games,etc.)! Oh and an awesome costumes, my crush is gonna be @ the party! (you didn't answer) THANK YOU! All.Time.Low.Fan.Forever<<33

Hey girl! Do a classic Halloween party (scary movies, ghost stories, good candy). Try being cute witch or a hippie! You can get really creative with those and have a lot of fun!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

Veronica Barakat on 10/11/2009 11:51:10 PM

MOD MOD MOD O yea srry two more quick qs. for breakfast, r lucky charms and those chocolate covered dipps chewy oatmeal granla bars healthy 4 u? if not wut r sum alternatives?

Hey girl! Eating breakfast is healthy for you! If you're worried those aren't the healthiest choices, try switching to a piece of fruit or just plain granola as a alternative!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

michelle2009 on 10/11/2009 11:48:12 PM

MOD MOD MOD Thank u so much for all the advice u give. i have a quick q. wut is an easy and fast way to lose 15 pounds? thank u so much!

hey girl! You should stick to eating healthy and exercising every day. Practice good habits every day and you'll lose some lbs safely!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

michelle2009 on 10/11/2009 11:46:43 PM

Cool (though the food wouldn't work for me, if I keep food longer than 24 hours in my house, there;s no telling who will eat it! lol!)

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Eilsel516 on 10/11/2009 11:44:25 PM

GL GIRLS

I need Halloween party ideas(music,food,games,etc.)!
Oh and an awesome costumes, my crush is gonna be @ the party!

THANK YOU!

All.Time.Low.Fan.Forever<<33

Veronica Barakat on 10/11/2009 11:39:15 PM

MOD MOD MOD

I need Halloween party ideas(music,food,games,etc.)!
Oh and an awesome costumes, my crush is gonna be @ the party!

THANK YOU!

All.Time.Low.Fan.Forever<<33

Veronica Barakat on 10/11/2009 11:39:06 PM

help!I am ten years old, 116 pound and 4'3. Am I overweight? I have tried going on a diet and working out but I can't keep with a diet and exircise won't work! What do I do?!Red99 on 10/11/09 10:00 P.M.

red99 on 10/11/2009 10:55:55 PM

help!I am ten years old, 116 pound and 4'3. Am I overweight? I have tried going on a diet and working out but I can't keep with a diet and exircise won't work! What do I do?!

red99 on 10/11/2009 10:53:06 PM

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