Despite what you may have read, the scale is not your friend when you're trying to get fit. Find out which numbers really matter

<p>The Editorial Team of Chatelaine magazine.</p>

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Fitness

We admit it: working out can sometimes be a drag. There are days when we would much rather relax and watch TV than hop on a treadmill.

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weight loss

The Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon, which also includes a half marathon and a five-kilometre run, was on Sunday — it was a mixture of triumph and tragedy.

motivation

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Triumph and tragedy at the Toronto Marathon