Walk On, Rock On: Firm Up Flab

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Valerie Denny on May 9, 2008 at 2:52PM

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Can Stress Impair Weight Loss?

How detrimental is stress to weight loss? I am walking as often as I can, but sometimes my stress load gets so out of hand, especially since my son has been ill. I'm doing the best I can with what I've got, but sometimes my real life takes over and the walking just doesn't fit in. —Diane

From Leslie: Hello, my dear friend! First let me say how much I admire you. Taking care of an ill child has to be one of the most stressful, frightening times any mother can face. How I hope things continue to get better for your son and family. You are so right when you say that walking is truly a great way to relieve some of the stress we feel in our daily lives. It is also true that stress can affect our weight... (Click to find out how stress can effect your weight and what to do about it.)

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Walk On, Rock On: Firm Up Flab

Can Stress Impair Weight Loss?