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Soaked under sweat, I stood on the running machine, took a deep breath, and counted in my mind, one…two… three, GO! With renewed power and confidence, I started to run again with satisfaction. This moment happened every day in last summer at a gym and I lost 62pounds. Had persisted for five months, I am so proud of myself that I am able to achieve the goal of losing weight and established high self-discipline. In addition, I have gained great appreciation for the challenges. However, I also have grown up from this, on the other hand, frustrated experience. Not because the process of losing weight was painful, but because my by-product of the weight loss journey, my online team. At the beginning of the journey, I used an unhealthy way -- Only eating apples for 14 days was my first “strategy” to quick lose weight. Despite I lost 12 pounds of the first two weeks, I could not concentrate and feel depressed. Yet after returning normal diet, my weight rebounded. I hated myself why ate so much before and why I have the gene that gains weight perhaps even if I only drink water. After a few days, I realized that only keeps a diet is not efficient, I have to work out in order to burn more calories. I found a front desk position in a gym, hence I could work out as free after my work. Realizing the process would be tough if I do it alone, I started a post of a BBS in order to attract a group of people. I shared how at first that I used unhealthy way frustrated me, and how much weight I had been lost since I try eating healthier and work out more; I want to continue this method and find some friends getting each other’s back. With the same determination, a group of 20 people was established. As the leader of the group, I asked everyone to sha... ... middle of paper ... ...acted by popular. Furthermore, I was supposed to think more comprehensively, for example, I did not have backup plans about the how I can pay the trainer if I did not collect enough money, or forget there is no intellectual property about my videos online. However, although this experience seemed to be a failure, I do really appreciate it. It proved so many strengths of me. My persistency, high self-discipline and achieved goal of weight loss mirror my attitude about study; my group reflects that I am creative, and I am an activator whenever I see the chance. My responsibilities of improving my group quality and return their money. Despite I failed, I have an open mind to accept the truth and learn from my past. I want to improve myself in Carlson, learn to be more confident and armed myself with solid knowledge and applied business method, and achieve my dream.

My Fitness Phenomenal Model: The Transtheoretical Model
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My fitness pal has been successfully in providing feedback for users to keep track of their calorie intake and fitness level. The app is very beneficial in behavior change for the user to record his or her food intake consumed and achieve weight loss. The app is definitely recommended for users who prefer to consume healthy foods and do exercise regularly to enhance a healthy lifestyle. A few years ago, my friend suffers from the cardiovascular disease and has tried several diets to help lose weight, but did not achieve a better outcome. She wanted to consult a nutritionist who can give tips on meal planning and exercising. She told her nutritionist that is ready to take 30-day workout challenge. During the action phase, she started participating in an exercise program while using the app. She does regularly exercise at least 3-4 times a week and keep track to see how many calories burned. After doing a 30-day workout, my friend (user) has lost ten pounds, which made her feel confident and energized. The app has motivated her to make smart healthy foods and continue fitness journey
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Behavior Modification Project On Unhealthy Eating Habits
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...e completely healthy attempting to avoid my punishment and then there were days where I ultimately caved and failed at eating well. On those days, I followed the rules I set in place and worked out as I said I would that evening. Part of the time my boyfriend would inevitably cause me to falter by cooking a nice fattening meal, but I don’t blame him at all considering it was up to me to make the decision to refrain from eating it. I probably didn’t do as well as I could have around lunch time or dinner but I’m glad at the fact that I did keep away from sweets and snacks throughout the entire week. I was really intrigued with getting good results for this project so I tried my hardest to actually follow the program set. Even if I don’t keep with this change after the project it’s very comforting to know I CAN eat healthy when I want and I CAN workout if I need too.
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Analysis Of Why Exercise Won T Make You Thin
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When people realize that maybe they are starting to become more overweight or gain a few pounds they may ask themselves, “Whatever I’m fine” or they might say, “Maybe I should start going to gym and exercise”. Those same people then go find a gym near their home, sign up for a gym membership, and maybe go for about a week. Then probably just quit after trying for a month. In the article “Why Exercise Won’t Make You Thin” published in Time Magazine on August 09, 2009 by John Cloud shows that exercise is not really needed. In this article Cloud describes to his readers his personal experience going to the gym and exercising. He believes that exercise is not worth the time and that it does not help people lose weight; it actually makes them gain weight and struggle even more. In the article Cloud connects with readers that either do not work out, or had the thought about working out. He
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Certified Life Coach
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I am an ICF Certified Life Coach focusing on Walking and Healthy Lifestyle Coaching. I am passionate about exercise and living a healthy lifestyle and the positive effects it can have on a person’s life. I know this from experience. I was living an unhealthy lifestyle as a binge eater and a semi-pro couch potato. When I started to exercise it gave me the self-discipline I needed to change everything that wasn’t working in my life. It increased my self-esteem and gave me a positive new outlook. Because of the changes exercise brought to my life, I feel compelled to carry that message forward in my coaching business. In my coaching, I focus on how the mind and body do work together. People need someone who believes in them, and can motivate them,
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Personal Statement
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Since the beginning of my academic endeavors, I have long cherished a dream to be a member of the social science research community, which gives our society progressive insights into human ecology. I began my undergraduate studies at Ramapo College of New Jersey with a passion for ecological justice and with the intention of majoring in environmental studies. Ramapo College’s progressive liberal arts foundation provided me with ample room to explore the multifarious array of social science courses. As I took more social science courses, however, my understanding of human social groups underwent a metamorphosis. As a result, I decided to pursue a degree in Social Science, with minors in the two fields I felt most passionately interested in, Women’s Studies and African American Studies.
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Personal Statement
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Please discuss the following items in the order given. Briefly respond to all areas listed.
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Personal Narrative: My Body Transformation
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During my body transformation, I have learnt new qualities about myself and superseded my own expectations. A couple of years ago, I was overweight and had a very unhealthy lifestyle, I used to play video games for about 10 hours per day, eat junk food, and rarely leave my bedroom. My body made me sorrowful and unconfident. However, this is all changed when I entered the gym for the first time. I began going to the gym daily. Encouraged by the progress I was making, I was determined to change the way I live. As time passed on, I started to lose interest in video games and better my nutrition. I began filling my free time with interesting and useful hobbies such as programming and studying topics that arouse my intellect such as Evolutionary
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Resisting the Lure of Fad Diets
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When New Year’s rolls around people swarm into gyms and salad sections of grocery stores. Self-improvement is a respectable thing, but it’s easy to get bogged down with gimmicks and false advertising about “weight loss”. Articles on magazines contradict each other, one saying exercise is the only way to a healthy lifestyle and the other claiming all you need is their new diet plan.
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Healthy Living
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In just a few seconds, his life went from bad to worse. While working one day, Mike Sprague fell of a thirty-five foot roof, breaking both feet. He was bedridden, unable to do any exercise of any sort. To add on to this, Mike was overweight and weight loss was necessary for his recovery. His inability to walk made losing weight even more difficult. To make matters worse, Mike was gaining weight in this state of sedentary hopelessness. Mike became sorrowful, depressed, and failed to see any good in his life. Fortunately, with some slight motivation, Mike gathered up his own motivation and lost 211 pounds through proper dieting and daily exercise. He is happier than ever; he has found a great balance in his life through eating right and participating in physical activity (“Three Amazing Lifestyle”). Everyone strives for happiness. To some, happiness consists of wealth and luxurious spending which is far from the truth. True joy shouldn’t be expensive. Fortunately, happiness comes cheap; it can be achieved by everyone. Both mental and physical struggles will arise, but everyone can find joy in their lives. Living healthy increases lifespan, releases endorphins, and reduces risks of certain diseases thus creating a more jovial, optimistic lifestyle. How does one live healthily? Living a healthy lifestyle requires exercise, a proper diet, and motivation.
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Credit Card Debt Reflection
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To begin, in 2018 I plan to start my weight loss progress by eating healthier and being more physically active. My overall goal is to lose twenty pounds and lower my body mass index to twenty seven percent. I will have to begin this by lowering my carb and sugar intake, which will require me to monitor my daily meals. I have already downloaded a food tracker app, that will allow me to keep track of everything that I eat per day. Also, I plan to become more physically active by working out, walking, and playing with my son more. In order to improve my activities each day, I will use the elliptical machine while watching
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Sports Narrative - Track State Champion
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The start of the 2002 track season found me concerned with how I would perform. After a disastrous bout with mononucleosis ended my freshmen track season, the fear of failure weighed heavily on my mind. I set a goal for myself in order to maintain focus and to push myself like nothing else would. My goal for my sophomore track season was to become a state champion in the 100 meter hurdles. I worked hard everyday at practice and went the extra mile, like running every Sunday, to be just that much closer to reaching my goal. The thought of standing highest on the podium in the center of the field, surrounded by hundreds of spectators, overcame my thoughts of complaining every time we had a hard workout. When I closed my eyes, I pictured myself waiting in anticipation as other competitors names were called out, one by one, until finally, the booming voice announced over the loudspeaker, "...and in first place, your 2002 100 meter hurdle champion, from Hotchkiss, Connie Dawson." It was visions like these that drove me to work harder everyday.
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Persuasive Essay On Losing Weight
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One of the most sought-after approaches to changing one’s life for the better is the notion and idea of losing weight. It has been told as many times as the sun has risen that being overweight causes an increased likelihood of a heart attack and diabetes. Being overweight leads to a whole complexity of problems the likes of which I will not address here. Now, most of us can tell if we are overweight by looking in a mirror or by considering the size or tightness of our clothes. The day comes when we swear off food and decide that we are going to rid ourselves of this additional weight. It is understand that losing weight involves abstaining ourselves from gorging on sweets and pies.
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Grief And Loss: A Short Story
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I pondered, what would I make of my life now? Did sorrow have to become my name? Surely I could still enjoy humor and search for stars in the darkness. Surely I have a choice in the matter. Suddenly I felt Shaun’s warmth encompass me. I now had the strength and fire to change. I would dare to live my life. ‘Fierce 15’ became my lifestyle, motto, and identity. It was the stronghold to my better ending. I went into the year 2015 with a fire in my soul. I knew if I wanted to see a difference in my life I would need to put the work behind the change. I completely succumbed and allowed pain from my past experiences to inspire my aspirations. No longer would I be “the ballerina who didn’t have the ballerina body style.” I would not let other people’s comments continue to bother me when stated “how can you be a belly dancer if you aren’t skinny?” Or “You don’t LOOK like a competitive swimmer.” I also refused to let people saddle me with emphatic assertions “she gained a lot of weight because her husband died.” I didn’t want the crutch associated with my past; I just wanted to be comfortable in my own skin for once. I had never been terribly successful losing weight before, but this time I knew I had a reason more than ever to prove to myself that I determine my outcome. I borrowed a book from my mom, Eat to Live and completely changed my
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Classification Essay - Three Types of Dieters
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A sad fact in American society is that thousands of people search for the elusive dream of being thin. On any given day, one finds neighbors, friends, and relatives on some kind of diet. Dieters assume various disguises, but the noteworthy ones are the "bandwagoneer," the "promiser" and the "lethal loser."
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Business Communication Reflection Essay
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I felt sorry that I was unable to attend some of the classes of the course and I really regret my decision. I felt attendance for this course was really important than any traditional courses where I was spoon-fed by course materials. I tried to develop promptness a...
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personal statement

My Fitness Phenomenal Model: The Transtheoretical Model

Behavior Modification Project On Unhealthy Eating Habits

Analysis Of Why Exercise Won T Make You Thin

Certified Life Coach