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Weight-Loss Tips That Worked for SHAPE Reader Caroline Hannigan

July 25, 2011
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What Worked For Me: Caroline Hannigan

A breakup forced this reader to re-examine her bad habits—and develop new ones to help mend her heart and whittle her middle. Read her top five weight-loss tips that helped her lose 44 pounds!

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Make a Split Decision

“Workouts go by faster when I break them into six 5-minute intervals: 2 minutes at 4 mph on the treadmill, 1 minute at 8, and 2 minutes at 4.5.”

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Save it for a Special Occasion

“I still love to eat out, but now I do it just once a week. They’re called ‘splurge meals’ for a reason!”

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Take Tapas to Work

“Lunch doesn’t have to be soup or a salad. One of my favorite midday meals is lowfat cottage cheese, baby carrots, and an apple with almond butter.”

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Put it in Writing

“I make a to-do list— including sets, reps, and weights—before going to the gym, and I stay there until I’ve checked everything off. It keeps me focused and helps me track my progress.”

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Find Your Happy Medium

“When I tried to cut out sweets and fried food completely, I ended up bingeing on them. Now I limit myself to a single serving.”

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