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ExFatGurl Was Interviewed

Yup Yup Yup, I am on a roll La Cosmopolatina,

did a great interview with Moi! 

(Before you know I'll be on the cover of every mag speaking about weight and how even it's a Different Scale it's always the SAME Tale [umm can a girl dream])

http://www.lacosmopolatina.com/melissa-quezada/

Go check it out dolls,like and retweet as much as possible ;)! 

Workout OverDrive

We've been following how I have been stuck on a plateau for the last...God knows how long?!?! And now how Chubby Panda is dedicating herself to the gym for the next two weeks in order to fit into her jeans.

The Fab Ms. Suazo (La_Suazo), who has a life style blog of her own, has offered us some very cool tips based off her own experience and knowledge. She presents us with some great tid bits on how to break away from a plateau and the dangers of doing the same cardio exercises over and over.

Check out this week's feature.

Are you guilty of a workout overdrive?

The "Gwenyth"- Chubby Panda Goes Public

Slim Fox (well Chubby Panda  she is aspiring to be "Slim Fox")is embarking on a two weeks challenge, to go from a size 13 to a size 10. What?!?! two weeks, homegirl tell me the secrets. Ya'll know I am still trying to knock out these last 10 pounds. I sat down with Chubby Panda and had an impromptu interview on "The Gwyneth".

*Side note, this diet is not actually called he Gwyneth, see what had happen was that Chubby panda sent me a text telling me she’s super excited to go on this two week transition. It consists of six days a week doing two hours of cardio at the gym for 2 weeks in hopes to fit her size 10 a.e pants. 

Check it out

When or why did this start?

This all started when I planned on eating 4 slices. I was on my second slice and I literally couldn’t move and I was about to eat two more. Like, how disgusting does that sound? That’s suicide. Since then I haven’t eaten pizza, its been 46 days.

“These two weeks have to become a habit”

What inspired  you to do “The Gwyneth”?

Just fitting into those pants (the pair she is sporting in the pics), I brought them a year ago and they still don't go up...yeah ummm I just haven't been dedicated to myself, I want them to fit loose not tight not one chicho (roll), I know I can get there!

“My body needs the 2hrs of cardio, not the 2 slices of pizza”

Okay who the hell is Gwenyth? 

Gwenyth Paltrow, she’s an actress, she's been featured in Glee. Duh Jay Z's best friend

What is going to keep your momentum up?

This time I want it and I want it bad, this is my body and I am tired of treating it like shit. It’s like  I am two different people the one I imagine myself you know slim fox and the reality is I am a chubby panda..It’s Like I am in denial.I’ve settled for too long.  Enough is enough, I am at the stage where I can push more.

"This is my body and I am tired of treating it like shit"

What happens if you fail?

I am not going to fail, this isn’t about failing. Failing is not in my plan. This is a priority like brushing your teeth (I really hope this is a priority for EVERYONE).

What would you  tell the doubters?

Ummm that’s another thing I DON’T CARE THIS IS ABOUT ME ME ME .

The only person I amm worried about doubting me, is myself

"I am tired of the "cheapy" workouts"

What made you go public?

I feel like going public will make me go harder, its like this is a battle with me. I am in the ring with myself and people of course will be watching. What better place then exfatgurl.com to showcase that fight. I want people to also anticipate the results and amp it up like in a real fight. Even though they might not be as eager as me, I want them to look forward to seeing the win. In two weeks (May 1).

Any last words?

Umm NO I DON’T WANT TRES LECHE. 

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What do you guys think will be her results? 

Personally.I am rooting for ex chubby panda and wishing her much success. But do I think she will be at a size 10 in 2 weeks, ehhh from experience No. We didn't wake up with thunder thighs, they didn't happen over night so I don't think she'll slim them down in two weeks. I instead think if she sticks this out she will develop a good relationship with the gym and reach that goal of being a size 10 in a couple more of weeks (maybe 4-5 weeks). I know for sure if she sticks to this with a healthy diet she will for sure lose anywhere from 5 to 10 pounds for the 2 week challenge. But I'll wait to see the results!

Maybe I'll commit to 2 hours of cardio 6 days a week, let's see? (who am I lying to lol)

Is 2 weeks enough to drop 3 sizes? Would you commit to two hours of the gym if you was this "hungry" for success? Your thoughts?

Check back here to see her results on May 1^st

 

Be(er)ware!

It happens all of a sudden; practically over night. You turn 21 and every outing involves alcohol. From beer at a baseball game to wine at your annual Easter picnic. When did this become ok?! I’m coming to the age when I’m no longer binging 2-3 nights in a row but I still drink on a pretty regular basis. Two Coronas in and I’m at 300 calories. And don’t get me started on mixed drinks. 170 calories in a cranberry vodka! By the end of the night that’s at least 510 calories…I cant. 

But don’t you guys fret I’ve found a loophole, vodka sodas are only 70 calories each. You can even add a twist of lime if you’re feeling fancy(Even if you aren’t you probably wanna add that lime anyway.). 

I’m not sure how many more low cal options there are but do your research and see what drink is right for you. You can start here! Low Calorie Drinks 

Do you have any low cal options? If so please do share with us!

Do I fit? Squeezing in Regardless

It's 8:32am and I am rushing down the stairs to catch the Manhattan bound D express train. “Stand clear of the closing doors please”, phew I made it! Hmm, now as I am standing and looking for an available seat, I spot a space but it's in between sleeping Juan and Grandma that's sitting comfortably. Should I go for it or should I just grab the pole and hope there is no train traffic?

Hmmm has this ever happened to you? Where you want to sit but umm your booty size doesn't permit?

I am not going to lie the old me, "fatgurl", would stand and wait no matter the circumstance. I wasn't going to sit anywhere that would make me "feel" bigger. But now Exfatgurl doesn't care! I am going to squeeze myself into my spot and Granny and Juan are just going to have deal with the fact that “hey, yeah I got some hips!”

Has this ever happen to you, you want to sit somewhere that’s crowded but don't because of your size?

Beyonce makes room between two subway riders

Coincidentally, today it was "Juan", myself sitting in the middle, and the corner seat available. Big Mami came and took her seat, you know what I wasn't even mad at her (even though we was all a little tight). 

 

H20 Hype or Help

Writer- Nikisha

Is there truth behind drinking water?

What I mean is, does it really aid in weight loss?

I was reading last night that you should drink 3 liters a day, which if I did my Google research correctly equals to12 cups a day! It sounds like a lot but that’s just like 4 bottles of the Poland Spring sports bottle (you know the bottle with the spout that you loved so much as kid). Seems doable, right?

My relationship with water has always been a pretty decent one. I never hated it but only drank it if I was working out, on hot summer days or if we were out of juice. Last year I gave up juice for lent and dropped weight like you would not believe but that’s just because I drink way more juice than the average person and the drop in calories was huge. Recently I’ve gone back to drinking only water and at first the peeing constantly was extremely annoying but now that my body’s use to the water intake I don’t go as much.

I’ve read a few articles on this topic but this one seems to get right to the point 

What do you guys think??

ExFatGurl Side Note: Nikisha's been a behind the scene type of writer/contributer to ExFatGurl. She'll be contributing her own personal 2cents on the "scale issues" more frequently now