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Fit Moms

Support group for all moms trying to lose weight and maintain a healthy body and energy level. Follow Hulya and Tracey in their adventures finding perfect balance between mind, body and soul. Ok, who are we trying to kid, we want a nice bum.

Location: Northern VA
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Latest Activity: Nov 4, 2011

Hydroxycut Major Recall, Causes Serious Damage to Liver and Even Death

Ladies,
I almost bought it last week at the Vitamin Store for a cheating boost to my weight loss nightmare. The Food and Drug Administration said the company that makes the dietary supplement has agreed to recall 14 Hydroxycut products. Available in grocery stores and pharmacies, Hydroxycut is advertised as made from natural ingredients. At least 9 million packages were sold last year, the FDA said.



Dr. Linda Katz of the FDA's food and nutrition division said the agency has received 23 reports of liver problems, including the death of a 19-year-old boy living in the Southwest. The teenager died in 2007, and the death was reported to the FDA this March.

Other patients experienced symptoms ranging from jaundice, or yellowing of the skin, to liver failure. One received a transplant and another was placed on a list to await a new liver. The patients were otherwise healthy and their symptoms began after they started using Hydroxycut, regulators said.

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Discussion Forum

I Weigh What?!!! 10 Replies

Ladies, you may have read in my blogs and other articles that I love to eat. I love it. I am not eating to fill a void or hate myself. I just consider myself a woman who enjoys life. Drinking,…Continue

Tags: loss, weight

Started by modern mom. Last reply by modern mom Nov 4, 2011.

Wow it has been a year? 1 Reply

I can't believe all this nonsense I wrote about: losing weight, getting fit, eating right... Hah! What on earth was I thinking. I even got a nutritionist, a trainer, a buddy to workout with. I…Continue

Tags: modern mom magazine, modern mom, i am modern magazine, sleep and weight loss, sleep

Started by modern mom. Last reply by Oya Simpson Jan 17, 2011.

Running and Your Best Time 4 Replies

Ladies,I decided to change a few things around now that I am getting the hang of working out. I am concentrating on my cardio and trying to run a 5k in the near future. I am motivated by measurable…Continue

Tags: fit moms, running moms, modern mom, i am modern magazine, running 5k

Started by modern mom. Last reply by Courtney Jul 15, 2009.

Hulya and Tracy update - By Gilles.. 1 Reply

Alright, here it is.. Its been 3 solid weeks now and your ladies are doing - - well, pretty amazing.It has been a roller coaster of a beginning, as it usually is when embarking on a fitness program…Continue

Tags: lifetime fitness, i am modern magazine, modern mom, modern mom weight loss, gilles

Started by Gilles Colon. Last reply by Karina Rivas McKee May 8, 2009.

"NOT ONE F*^%(@#* POUND! But I feel good"...and other consolation prizes.

Today began with tears, I am not going to lie. I have been working my tukas off all week and I got on the scale and NOTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cardio, Training with Gilles, my F*&%*&%^( food…Continue

Tags: fitness, diet, beauty, health

Started by TraceyParent May 1, 2009.

"NOT ONE F*^%(@#* POUND! But I feel good"...and other consolation prizes.

Today began with tears, I am not going to lie. I have been working my tukas off all week and I got on the scale and NOTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cardio, Training with Gilles, my F*&%*&%^( food…Continue

Tags: fitness, diet, beauty, health

Started by TraceyParent May 1, 2009.

Exercising with Grace and Dignity 5 Replies

Hi Ladies,I just worked out with Tracey and Gilles in the area called the pit. It is the place where there is rock climbing. The floor is filled with rubber pieces. Gilles instructed us to push a…Continue

Tags: hulya aksu, gilles colon, i am modern magazine, exercise, weight loss for moms

Started by modern mom. Last reply by Karina Rivas McKee Apr 30, 2009.

Peanut Butter and Jelly--For me, Dignity Schmignity!

I am with Courtney here, except on the marathon thing...I hate to run unless someone is chasing me! (hee hee hee)--Gilles, for the record please do not think she speaks for both of us (and do not…Continue

Started by TraceyParent Apr 30, 2009.

Survived Weekend 1 Reply

Hello Members,I am happy to say I survived the weekend. What a weird weather. I am so freaked out with the health scares, the weather changes, and…Continue

Tags: lose wieght after baby, fit moms, modern mom, weight loss support group

Started by modern mom. Last reply by TraceyParent Apr 27, 2009.

My idea of food log vs. Gilles version of food log.... 3 Replies

UGH...I hate to complain, inside I feel like such a whiner. Regardless, I am doing the work.I turned in my food journal and was completely honest (hence the line item of: too many martinis to count…Continue

Tags: training, fitness, moms, fit, exercise

Started by TraceyParent. Last reply by Gilles Colon Apr 26, 2009.

What's on your playlist?

Hey Ladies,I know you posted some of your faves below on the wall. But I wanted to put them in a place so everyone can find them. So, what is on your iPod?Right now mine is so boring... I am not even…Continue

Tags: best music for cardio

Started by modern mom Apr 25, 2009.

Hulya and Tracy's Training Update 1 Reply

So this is the first of many blogs about your beloved ladies and their training...So stay tuned!Hulya and Tracy are too honest with me - I love this and it makes my job so easy! That said, we have…Continue

Started by Gilles Colon. Last reply by TraceyParent Apr 23, 2009.

Trying to behave in LA...Week Two 4 Replies

Well, I am home from my week in LA and it's time to fess up. I started out strong I really did. I went to AMAZING Santa Barbara for the night, ate VERY HEALTHY but had one drink more than I promised…Continue

Tags: health, diet, Fitness

Started by TraceyParent. Last reply by TraceyParent Apr 23, 2009.

Outdoor Extreme Bootcamp for Women! 1 Reply

Hi Moms,Just wanted to let you know that Mommy Bootcamp's Outdoor Extreme class will be starting on Monday May 4th. Classes are held on Monday & Wednesday mornings from 6:00-6:50am in Ashburn.…Continue

Started by Kathy. Last reply by modern mom Apr 22, 2009.

Week 2: Oh I Am Still Sore 1 Reply

Ladies,Tracy was in LA and I trucked along and worked out. The weekend stunk. My weekend turns out is a 4 day blitz equal to the number of my good days. So, I do well half the week, and stink the…Continue

Tags: i am modern magazine, modern mom magazine, weight loss for moms

Started by modern mom. Last reply by Nancy Sheehy Apr 22, 2009.

Weekend Cheating 5 Replies

I guess I just stink at this. I went out last night and had too much pizza at the American FlatBread and 2 glasses of wine followed by my daughter's ice cream. Why do I lose it at a restaurant? And…Continue

Tags: going out to eat while on a diet

Started by modern mom. Last reply by Courtney Apr 22, 2009.

See Yourself Skinnier NOW 2 Replies

I mean it. Want to lose 10 pounds? 30? 50? Want to know what you will look like? You can see it now. Well, actually in two days. All you need is a camera and a computer. We found an out of this world…Continue

Tags: I am modern magazine, modern mom, weight loss tools, weight tracker

Started by modern mom. Last reply by Karina Rivas McKee Apr 17, 2009.

Make a Contract with Yourself 2 Replies

I was supposed to keep a journal. So not too much to talk about since I started doing that yesterday. Jennifer, the nutritionist, did…Continue

Started by modern mom. Last reply by modern mom Apr 15, 2009.

Calorie Counting and Keeping a Food Journal 1 Reply

Ladies,We finished editing our next issue (Summer 09) last night and while reading the profiles of the moms we featured (all moms who lost weight and got healthy), I saw a common trend in all of…Continue

Tags: i am modern magazine, weightloss, calorie counters

Started by modern mom. Last reply by Miriam Nasuti Apr 13, 2009.

Tracey says last week didn't count...!

Even though we started last week, I would venture to say that neither Hulya or I was fully committed bc we still struggled with "Foodie" issues like JUST ONE GLASS OF RED WINE or NO RICE WITH MY…Continue

Tags: training, fitness, moms, fit, exercise

Started by TraceyParent Apr 13, 2009.

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Comment by Melissa Derecola on April 23, 2009 at 11:11am
I just read the bit about some good music to get you going - I love the "Now That's What I Call Music" series, they have a ton of really great songs. My gym mix currently has from vol. 69 "Now Your Gone" by Basshunter, "Some Kinda Rush" by Booty Luv (he he he) and "Work" by Kelly Rowland. I have pulled "Disturbia" by Rihanna, "Girls" by Sugababes and "Up" by The Saturdays from vol. 71.
Comment by pam on April 22, 2009 at 6:45pm
hi girls, you have all inspired me to get movin!!! looking forward to getting fit with all of you!
Comment by modern mom on April 18, 2009 at 8:45am
Oh my God, you guys have to add Dance Wiv Me to your list. It makes me jump off of the treadmill and start dancing. What a crack up song.
Comment by Courtney on April 17, 2009 at 2:13pm
I have HORRID music taste when it comes to working out...some of my current favorites from my marathon play list include:

Flo Rida: Right Round
Jai Ho (from Slumdog Millionaire)
Any songs from The Veronicas
All Britney Spears
Justin Timberlake
Kelly Clarkson's angry songs
I Wanna Be Bad (Willa Ford)
It's Raining Men (The Weather Girls)
Murder on the Dancefloor (Sophie Ellis Bextor)
Hips Don't Lie (Shakira)
Stronger (Kanye West)
Addicted (Saving Abel)
The Way you Move, and Hey Ya (Outkast)
Stacy's Mom (Fountains of Wayne)
Michael Jackson's old school stuff (Just can't get enough...)

Okay, I could go on forever!
Comment by Karina Rivas McKee on April 17, 2009 at 2:00pm
Now that the weather is nicer I may take my cardio outdoors. I need to make a new mix for my IPOD, can anyone suggest any fun fast energizing songs - God knows I need them! How bad is it that I like "Rockstar" by Hannah Montana for working out??? ANother favorite is "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers.
Comment by Courtney on April 17, 2009 at 9:50am
Hulya--I think the reason I like Weight Watchers so much, is that if I make smart choices throughout my day, it's okay if I splurge on wine, or a little dessert, etc. I got in all of my servings of fruits and veggies, and ate rare ahi tuna for some protein with dinner.

Plus, you get the "activity" points, which can be used on a little extra splurge.

I know your nutritionist limited you to two glasses of wine per week, but for me, I could not make something like that a lifestyle change...we love good food, and we love to drink good wine with it.

I think that finding the balance makes the most sense.

Is anybody running in the Run for the Shelter race this weekend? I am signed up for the half, but might have to switch down to the 5K because of some lingering marathon ailments...

Good luck, if you are, and enjoy the sunshine on the agenda today and tomorrow!
Comment by modern mom on April 17, 2009 at 9:44am
Yesterday the weather got warm. So last night my husband and I went out to eat at Vintage 50. I ate well. Well, they make a great appetizer with wings, but only had two (300 calories hello), I ate seared Tuna Asian salad (have not idea but it was healthy with glass noodles, seaweed and cucumbers), and 2 glasses of Chardonnay. That is where I blew it. One would have been fine. Still though, I kept the calorie count under my required list.

The challenge is the weekend! Good luck and enjoy everyone.
Comment by Jennifer Haas on April 17, 2009 at 9:36am
TGIF! So how's your week going? Remember not to blow it this weekend. With the warm weather and myriad of opportunities to enjoy teh great outdoors, do something active this weekend. Keep your meals fresh and simple. With seasonal ingredients like asparagus and grilled poultry or fish, you can create delicious meals this weekend to serve you all week long. Check out the Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival for some greening options to add color and pizazz to your home and office. See you next week . . .
Comment by Courtney on March 3, 2009 at 5:00pm
Shelley--if you've just started marathon training, I highly recommend the Hal Higdon training plan. It's so easy to follow, and really brings you up in mileage safely. With smart food choices, and that kind of running, twenty pounds will MELT off!

I don't recommend Baltimore for your first race, though. It was my first 1/2 marathon, and ohmygoodness, it was SO much more hilly than I had expected/trained for!
Comment by Nancy Sheehy on March 3, 2009 at 4:50pm
That's awesome, Shelley! Best of luck.
 

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