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Introduction Text I have had some major life changes in the last year. Although my life has definitely changed for the better, stress eating got the better of me. As a result I have an added 20 lbs I would like to get rid of. Not only do I want to lose fat, but I want to be strong and show that you can be vegan and buff. :) I try to focus on whole foods that are low fat and high fiber. I eat a lot of tofu and legumes and I am always trying to aim for lots of fresh fruits and veggies. I'm a wannabe runner. I was training for my first marathon in 2010 but unfortunately an IT band issue caused me to drop out. I am just starting to pick it back up again. I don't know if a marathon is in the cards for me for 2011 - my budget is tight and race entry fees can get expensive. But we will just wait and see what happens. I have a bit of a history with binge eating and I am slowly but surely facing those demons and trying to take control over emotional eating. My weight goals are as follows: Jan 31/11: 170 lbs (achieved 1/28/11) Feb 28/11: 165 lbs Mar. 31/11: 160 lbs Apr. 30/11: 155 lbs May 31/11: 150 lbs Of course I'm trying to not get too hung up on scale weight. I don't really care what the number on the scale says as long as I look good!

2011 Goals: -Run 1/2 marathon -Run sub 25:00 5k -Learn to rock climb -Half century bike ride -150 lb squat -200 lb deadlift -100 lb bench -25 'real' push-ups (no knees!) -1 pull-up -Weigh 150 lbs -Fit into my old size 6 clothes -Feel comfortable in a bikini! -Go hiking

Strength training 3x/week (following the Stronglifts program) Cardio at least 3x/week Eating a healthy vegan diet (high-fiber, lower fat, high protein)

Vegan for 3 years, vegetarian for 10 years prior to that. Love to cook and bake (which is what gets me in trouble with my diet!)



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