Laurie’s Leap: Part 2

Our friend Laurie had weight loss surgery yesterday. We wish her a speedy recovery! Before we get to that part of her story, though, she wants to fill us in on her attempts at dieting and weight loss. Here is the second part of Laurie’s journey. To read Part 1, …

Truth in Advertising?

A fancy, national-chain gym is opening up in town, and this weekend there was a big splashy ad for it in the paper (yes, I still read the newspaper). The photo in the ad featured thin people – because as we all know, in the world of advertising, thin = …

Fit Five: Christine

Today’s Fit Five Friday features Christine from New York. Let’s see what she has to say about health, fitness, and her body. 1. What do you love about your body? My legs. I was fortunate to inherit very shapely and strong legs from my mother. Even when I am heavier …

Laurie’s Leap: Part 1

Welcome to a new feature here at BFD, Personal Journeys. Over the next few months, faithful reader and all-around amazing woman Laurie is going to share her story with us – from her first attempts at dieting as a young girl, to her recent decision to undergo weight loss surgery …

Fit List

It’s that time of year – when my loved ones ask what I want for Christmas. My answer? Check out my fit list! I’ve been wanting a BOSU ball for awhile now. I used one toward the end of my physical therapy. If you’re unfamiliar, a BOSU ball basically looks …

My Fashion Secret

Shopping for clothes that fit and flatter can be a challenge for everyone, but it’s especially difficult if you’re fat. And it’s even harder if you’re disproportionately fat, like me. I’m small-framed and petite with a very small chest, but I also have very fat arms, a large stomach, and …

Fit Five: Stephanie

Today’s Fit Five Friday features Stephanie from New York. Let’s see what she has to say about health, fitness, and her body. 1. What do you love about your body? Definitely my legs. They’ve always been long and lean, thanks to years of ballet. And recently, I can add my …

Word Association

Let’s play word association. What’s the first word that comes to mind when I say vacation? How about tropical beach vacation? How about… bathing suit? Chances are, your first thoughts were positive ones. And then I dropped the bathing suit bomb, and you went into a panic. The thought of …

Grand Opening

You lucky people! Just in time for the holidays, I’ve opened a Big Fit Deal store on CafePress! You can get all sorts of stuff emblazoned with the BFD logo, including t-shirts: Hoodies: Water bottles: And even a reusable shopping bag! You can check out the store by clicking here. …

Fit Five: You?

Today’s Fit Five doesn’t feature anyone (boo hoo), but next week’s could feature you! BFD is in need of people to contribute to our regular Friday feature. You just have to answer a few questions about your body, diet, and exercise. I usually use your first name and the state …

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