10 Excuses You Need to Stop Using When it Comes to Weight Loss

I used to be the queen of excuses when it came to weight loss.

“I’m big boned.” I’d say. “Just look at my rib cage. I’m thick.”

I remember uttering those exact words to a friend in the midst of my yo-yo dieting cycle of hell and fat talk era.

It’s true, I am not petite by any means, but that didn’t really account for the extra 30 pounds I was carrying around, and then the 20 more I gained.

At that time I needed to latch onto an excuse. It was easier than changing my bad habits and admitting the truth: I ate too much and I moved too little.

Now, I’m not saying that is necessarily true for others who aren’t svelte according to society’s standards. Lord knows there is a gradient of healthy body sizes, all of which we do not see in traditional media on a regular basis. Beauty has been defined for us as tall, slender, cellulite-free and pretty much underweight.

That image of the “perfect” female form is an illusion, and I think we all know it, yet it’s what drives so many of us to continue the yo-yo dieting cycle of hell.

Now, if we throw the image of the “perfect” body out of our minds and stop the pursuit of a particular body shape (and even to some extent a specific number on the scale), what is stopping us from eating a bit consciously and moving a little more?

I’m convinced that feeling bad about our bodies is on top of the list of things that keep us from losing weight. It’s the root factor that drives people to look for other excuses not to be a bit more responsible with their food choices and take an active role in their overall health.

The following are 10 excuses I have used (or have heard others use) to explain why weight loss is impossible when really, I think, it comes down to a bad body image.

10. Eating healthy is too expensive. I don’t buy it (pun intended). Sure, eating organic can cost you an arm and a leg, but there are many other choices. It may be the harder choice to skip the fast-food dollar menu but as a good friend of mine said on Facebook recently …

1. Two bananas
2. Six eggs
3. 1/2 pound brown rice
4. An avocado
5. 1 pound dry black beans
6. An apple
7. A bag of frozen vegetables

All are either under or around a dollar.

There are other options than the dollar menu at fast food restaurants.

And if you really, REALLY want the fast food, there is nothing stopping you from making a better choice there as well. I once wrote a post about how to eat cheap and light at McDonald’s. It is possible. I do it all the time.

9. I don’t have any time. No one has time. No one. We all work, have families and homes to clean. We all only get 24 hours a day. We all make time for the things that are important to us. I wrote a post last year about this. Instead of saying “I don’t have time to eat healthy” say “eating healthy is not my priority” and see how that sits with you.

8. It’s too hard. Yes it is hard. I’m not going to lie. So are things like going to school and working and raising kids. Life is hard. I woke up at 5:25 this morning so I can get to the gym because it was the only time I had today. I have chicken legs cooking in the Crock Pot right now because I know I won’t have time to make dinner before the 8-year-old’s Scout meeting. Would it have been easier to skip the gym and hit a drive-through on our way there? I guess, but I’ve made it a priority to work out and cook more meals at home –see No. 9 above.

7. If I just look at a brownie I gain 5 pounds. This is one of my favorites because I’ve used it hundreds of times. The truth is I had no self control around brownies because I was stuck in a cycle of deprivation and binging. I had to learn that the brownie (or whatever) had no power over me. I’m not cursed with some miraculously slow metabolism that absorbs calories through my eyeballs. I just had to learn the brownie isn’t worth it. And if it is, then I my next meal should be a little lighter.

 6. I don’t know how to start. Yes you do. Just make your next choice a better one. Don’t think today’s going to be your last day eating junk because you’ll be perfect starting tomorrow. There are no “last meals” unless you’re on death row. (Are you on death row? I didn’t think so.) Stop using the “I don’t now how to start” excuse and order a darn salad for lunch.

 5. I have no willpower. Again, I don’t buy it. It’s not about willpower. It comes down to a state of mind. I will bet there have been times you had willpower. You said no to that office cookie. You made it to the gym when you didn’t want to go. What was different then? I’m going to bet it was Jan, 1 or the day you decided you were going to start some new diet. You had that motivated state of mind and you can get it back; it just takes some work and confidence. Stop saying you have no willpower and making it a self-fulfilling prophecy.

4. No one supports me. Let me guess, your spouse eats a lot of junk food. He/she doesn’t want to lose weight. They like being lazy. Welcome to my world. You can’t wait for anyone else to make these kind of changes for yourself. If you aren’t getting the support at home, reach out online. If you don’t like social media, find a group at your gym. There is support out there; you just need to take the first step and find it.

3. I don’t like exercise. Again. Do. Not. Buy. It. Sure, maybe you don’t like the gym — I can understand that. I hated the gym until a few years ago. Maybe you don’t like running. OK, I get it. I wasn’t always a runner either. Here’s the thing: exercise doesn’t mean you HAVE to go to some gym to pick things up and put them down. It doesn’t mean you have to suffer through a step class if it isn’t your thing. It means you MOVE YOUR BODY. I’m guessing you are a human being and therefore your body likes to move. I don’t care what you say — your body craves exercise, all you need to do is find the activities you like. Really have no idea? Start with walking and go from there.

2. I love to eat. Really? ME, TOO! Nice to meet you. Can we be friends? Seriously though, there aren’t too many people I know who don’t like to eat. What do you love to eat and why? I know for me, when I grab a bag of Doritos out of the pantry or order an entire pizza for myself it’s not a love of food driving those decisions.

 1. Why bother? I’m just going to gain it back. NOOOO! That’s because you are thinking of this as a diet. IT’S NOT A DIET. Stop thinking that way and continuing the on-plan/off-plan mentality. Make conscious food choices, move a little more and accept the fact that you will probably never look like an airbrushed Victoria’s Secret model. Then whatever weight you do lose will be permanent and you can break out of the yo-yo dieting cycle of hell for good.

Disclaimer: This post isn’t written to shame anyone into losing weight. I’m specifically talking to those who want to and are currently stuck in the yo-yo dieting cycle of hell. I’ve been there. It sucks.

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When It Comes To Calories, Quality Is As Important As Quantity

One of the cornerstones of any successful diet plan (and something I've always stressed to The Biggest Loser contestants) is that the quality of your calories is just as important as the quantity. It’s an important distinction to remember, especially when you are decreasing the number of calories you are eating in order to drop weight -- so choose wisely.

Freshness equals flavor.
Regardless of the recipe, the quality of the outcome is a function of the quality of the ingredients you use. Buy the freshest, highest-quality foods you can afford. Depending on your budget, it’s not always possible to buy organic produce and prime-grade fish, poultry and meats. But on the other hand, once you’re comfortable experimenting with a variety of flavors and styles, you may discover you’re dining out less without missing out on flavor -- which can result in substantial savings.

Similarly, focusing your diet on “clean” foods made from fresh, whole ingredients is likely to be more filling and satisfying than consuming an abundance of processed foods; you may find you need less of the good stuff and achieve savings through quality over quantity.

A few more tips to help maximize your fresh-foods dollar:

Buy seasonal and local produce.
Although our expansive, modern supermarkets stock produce year-round, many items travel thousands of miles to reach the shelves. To keep costs down -- both yours and the environment’s -- try visiting a local farmers’ market and acquainting yourself with what’s available seasonally. You’ll find the produce is not only a better value, but it tastes better, too.

Shop more frequently and buy less food.
There’s nothing worse than buying a lots of tantalizing produce, only to have it spoil before you have a chance to use it all. If you’re used to shopping once a week or less, you may find it’s best to add a midweek shopping trip to your schedule so you can buy produce in smaller quantities and avoid waste.

Get to know your butcher and fishmonger.
If you’re used to buying pre-packaged meats, poultry, and fish, it can be intimidating to step up to the counter and ask questions. But butchers and fishmongers are extremely knowledgeable resources and offer a wealth of information about the most flavorful cuts of meat and which fish are most plentiful now (and hence cost less) -- so ask away! Most professionals are also happy to de-bone your meats and skin your fish fillets, saving you time in the kitchen. And you may be surprised by some of the valuable cooking tips they have to offer!

Grow your own.
You don’t have to own a farm to grow your own herbs. All you need is a sunny windowsill and a few flower pots to start your own patch of basil, rosemary or thyme. Not only will you save money on buying fresh herbs, but you’ll also be able to snip off just what you need instead of buying a big bunch that you’ll never be able to use up. If you have a little more room outside, consider planting a few of your favorite vegetables -- the flavor of tomatoes or snap peas right off the vine is unparalleled. And the satisfaction of growing, cooking, and eating your own food is well worth the investment of time and resources.

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When It Comes To Calories, Quality Is As Important As Quantity

One of the cornerstones of any successful diet plan (and something I've always stressed to The Biggest Loser contestants) is that the quality of your calories is just as important as the quantity. It’s an important distinction to remember, especially when you are decreasing the number of calories you are eating in order to drop weight -- so choose wisely.

Freshness equals flavor.
Regardless of the recipe, the quality of the outcome is a function of the quality of the ingredients you use. Buy the freshest, highest-quality foods you can afford. Depending on your budget, it’s not always possible to buy organic produce and prime-grade fish, poultry and meats. But on the other hand, once you’re comfortable experimenting with a variety of flavors and styles, you may discover you’re dining out less without missing out on flavor -- which can result in substantial savings.

Similarly, focusing your diet on “clean” foods made from fresh, whole ingredients is likely to be more filling and satisfying than consuming an abundance of processed foods; you may find you need less of the good stuff and achieve savings through quality over quantity.

A few more tips to help maximize your fresh-foods dollar:

Buy seasonal and local produce.
Although our expansive, modern supermarkets stock produce year-round, many items travel thousands of miles to reach the shelves. To keep costs down -- both yours and the environment’s -- try visiting a local farmers’ market and acquainting yourself with what’s available seasonally. You’ll find the produce is not only a better value, but it tastes better, too.

Shop more frequently and buy less food.
There’s nothing worse than buying a lots of tantalizing produce, only to have it spoil before you have a chance to use it all. If you’re used to shopping once a week or less, you may find it’s best to add a midweek shopping trip to your schedule so you can buy produce in smaller quantities and avoid waste.

Get to know your butcher and fishmonger.
If you’re used to buying pre-packaged meats, poultry, and fish, it can be intimidating to step up to the counter and ask questions. But butchers and fishmongers are extremely knowledgeable resources and offer a wealth of information about the most flavorful cuts of meat and which fish are most plentiful now (and hence cost less) -- so ask away! Most professionals are also happy to de-bone your meats and skin your fish fillets, saving you time in the kitchen. And you may be surprised by some of the valuable cooking tips they have to offer!

Grow your own.
You don’t have to own a farm to grow your own herbs. All you need is a sunny windowsill and a few flower pots to start your own patch of basil, rosemary or thyme. Not only will you save money on buying fresh herbs, but you’ll also be able to snip off just what you need instead of buying a big bunch that you’ll never be able to use up. If you have a little more room outside, consider planting a few of your favorite vegetables -- the flavor of tomatoes or snap peas right off the vine is unparalleled. And the satisfaction of growing, cooking, and eating your own food is well worth the investment of time and resources.

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First comes love…

Karen is a blogger whom I feel Ive known forever. I felt as though we already knew each other (blogging & tweeting) & then we finally met in person at Fitbloggin last spring. This guest post is by-request and I can think of no one wiser or more insightful to have one of the last MizFit posts of 2010. Please to enjoy…

First Comes Love

Yeah, I know it sounds woo woo, but in the healthy body business, I believe love MUST come first. It’s why I started my blog two years ago. It was almost like an experiment. I wanted to see if I could love myself to thinness. Or something like that.

There are theories that suggest it’s possible. The paradoxical theory of change http://www.gestalt.org/arnie.htm states: “change occurs when one becomes what he is, not when he tries to become what he is not. Change does not take place through a coercive attempt by the individual or by another person to change him, but it does take place if one takes the time and effort to be what he is — to be fully invested in his current positions. By rejecting the role of change agent, we make meaningful and orderly change possible.”

And Carl Jung stated: “We cannot change anything until we accept it. Condemnation does not liberate, it oppresses.”

My experience has shown this to be true. And it led me down a very unexpected path.

If you know me well, you know that I’ve spent the past two years in the quest to figure out just what the hell is wrong with me – why couldn’t I just lose the damn weight already? When I first started Before & After: A Real Life Story it was called Why Weight: One Woman’s Journey From Struggle To Acceptance and it was about wanting to lose weight and stop hating my body, in that order.

Mostly I looked inside at emotional issues and in doing so, discovered a lot more than I bargained for. But mostly what I discovered is that at root of all healing is love. Love – not “stop hating” – has to come first.

This is kind of a long story, so bear with me.

Let’s start with this premise:

What if being sick makes you fat and not the other way around? And what it the reason you “eat too much” or “can’t control yourself” or “feel hungry all the time” has nothing to do (at least not directly) with emotions and is not a character flaw (like so many of us were brought up to believe)? Or what if the reason you can’t lose weight and keep it off without a struggle has to do with a physical imbalance?

Ten+ years ago:

I weighed ~225 pounds.I didn’t exercise (or if I did, it was sporadic).I was a binge eater.I walked around with a cloud of self-doubt over my head.I was on a statin medication to control my cholesterol.I was on birth control pills and had been for 15 years.I “wanted to lose weight” and had “tried” many times, but it “didn’t work.”

Five years ago:

In an effort to once again “try to lose weight” I started a relatively new type of therapy called Emotional Freedom Technique. It was through EFT that I realized that I had been walking around full of self-loathing and with any self-confidence or self-acceptance.Seemingly, the stars aligned and through EFT I found myself wanting to do the “right” things for myself, health-wise.I started exercising.I counted calories and tracked the ratios of protein, carbohydrates, and fat.I lost 55 pounds over the course of 18 months.It was one of the happiest times of my life!I was a weight loss success story!I remained on the statin medication, because even though I had lost weight and was exercising regularly, my cholesterol went back up when I tried weaning myself from the medication.I remained on birth control pills, even though my husband had a vasectomy, because it was “easier” and because my doctor didn’t see any reason to stop.I’d had my gallbladder out.Even though I was “happy,” I was also disappointed and ashamed because, even though I had lost 55 pounds, I hadn’t reached my “goal weight” (which would have required losing 76 pounds).I didn’t trust myself around food.

Two years ago:

I’d regained half the weight I had lost.I was once again full of shame.I was still on birth control pills.I was still on the statin medication.My body hurt.I found it hard to exercise, but pushed myself anyway because I had to somehow control the weight.I found myself “white-knuckling” it around food.It seemed that I was hungry all the time.Being hungry made me feel guilty, resentful and angry.I was tired of trying so damned hard!I started blogging.

One year ago:

I had been practicing self-acceptance again (and realizing that it is indeed “practice” – not something you get once and forget about).I decided to see a naturopathic physician in my area. I thought she might help me lose weight.Really? I thought there might be a magic pill!She recommended stopping the birth control pills, which I did right away.She wanted to get me off the statin medication, but recommended waiting to address other issues first.The other issues included Lyme disease, Epstein Barr virus, hormone imbalance, thyroid imbalance, adrenal imbalance, and deficiency in certain vitamins, minerals and nutrients.She told me that no, I was not just a lazy slob who couldn’t control herself and had no willpower.

With the naturopath’s help, along with that of a hormone specialist, I started healing. For the first time…ever? I know what a balanced body feels like! I understand that my body/mind/spirit is a holistic system, not a mass of individual symptoms that need to be masked or suppressed.

And so today:

I am 48 years old.Although I am not focused on “losing weight” I am.I have lost six inches from my waist in the past year and my body is more toned.I exercise less than I used to and my body doesn’t hurt nearly as much.I eat what I want and I want what I eat (but understand that what I want to eat has changed).That said, no food is “off limits” and eating sugar/carbs does not “set me off.”I take a few supplements, but no prescriptions (except bioidentical progesterone cream and a temporary natural thyroid medication).I am more content and confident.I trust myself and my body to let me know when I am hungry and when I am satisfied.I do not binge.I am not hungry all the time.I am not guilty, resentful or angry.I am love.

At the basis of this balance and healing is the naturopathic approach, which takes into account “mind” and “spirit,” in addition to “body.” The main difference between it and traditional medicine is a willingness to seek out and address root causes, not just symptoms. It’s about getting a body to work as optimally as possible and to look at the reasons why it isn’t. It’s about coming from a place of love and acceptance, not fear or blame.

I’ll give you one example as to how and why my being sick caused me to gain weight, or at the very least, made it difficult for me to lose weight:

Although I had myriad issues, let’s look at the Lyme disease (which I am guessing I had for years and which was hiding in my body). My naturopath told me that Lyme neurotoxins block cell receptor sites, so metabolic processes do not work optimally. Hormones (including thyroid), which also help control metabolic processes, can also be affected by Lyme disease.

My thyroid was slightly “off” but still “in range,” my adrenal system was “labored,” and my stomach was not absorbing necessary vitamins and nutrients. And although it wasn’t obvious to me at the time, I didn’t feel good.

I didn’t notice “not feeling good” right away. There’s obvious “not feeling good” like having a bad stomachache or sore throat, and there’s subtle “not feeling good” (for example, being slightly tired, having achy joints, or being prone to headaches). It was only when Dr. Groves spent two hours with me and specifically asked about…everything…that I realized, “hey, maybe I don’t feel good.”

I had chalked it up to being old and fat…mostly fat. It was a character flaw.

And so what about emotional eating, bingeing, and cravings? How can that be connected? Because my body wasn’t able to get the nutrients it needed and I wasn’t feeling well in that subtle-yet-acceptable way, I turned to food – especially carbohydrates, which release endorphins (natural tranquilizers) – in order to feel better. That’s the coping mechanism I developed as a child. And so one cookie, one small dish of ice cream, one serving of potato chips was never enough…and I was hungry all the time. I felt out of control and pathetic. I was stressed and desperate.

And so the cycle continued.

Although the treatments were unconventional and slower than the traditional approaches, and even though I felt worse before I felt better, I can only come to one conclusion: a holistic approach – which combined my own willingness to accept myself right where I was, naturopathic medicine, and traditional medicine – brought my body into balance.

And as a result, I started losing weight without struggling, without having to “control” myself, without having to count calories, without having lists of “good” and “bad” foods, and without having to exercise to excess. I enjoy all kinds of food. I find pleasure in eating, not guilt. I am relaxed around food. Isn’t that the way it’s supposed to be?

There’s a whole lot more I could say, but I think you get the general idea.

If you’ve been “struggling” for years, can’t lose weight – or keep it off – easily and without excessive exercise, chances are something is out of balance. Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all “do this, count that” solution. There is, however, the ability to trust in oneself, and it comes from practicing self-acceptance. It most certainly is a process and it’s so much more gratifying and satisfying than coming from a place of fear and self-loathing. I understand that fear-based motivation works initially, but it’s not sustainable or healthy in the long run.

Commit to the process of emotional, physical, and spiritual balance and healing. Commit to love, acceptance, enjoyment, pleasure, relaxation, and trust.

If you have any questions, please email me at karen@kclanderson.com. I am not a doctor, but I can point you in the right direction.

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Navigon’s MobileNavigator Comes to United States

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Navigon’s MobileNavigator Comes to United StatesPosted by: Scott WebsterOctober 27, 2010Starting today, American Android users can finally get their hands on Navigon's on-board navigation application, MobileNavigator.  The  includes some really terrific features including Reality Scanner, which meshes your phone's camera with Navigon's POI database to project them directly onto your screen.  Reality View Pro displays 3D views of roads, highways, signs, exits, and more and Traffic Live uses real-time speed data from more than a million taxis, trucks, and commercial fleets.

Users can download maps of the entire U.S. assuming you have 1.5GB of free space on your handset/microSD card.  MobileNavigator will run on any version of Android, including 1.5 'Cupcake'.  Great stuff for Behold II, and early MOTOBLUR phones!  Typically the app will run $59.99 however Navigon is offering it for $39.99 over the next two weeks.

Hit the jump for the lengthy press release, chock full of features and details!

NAVIGON Launches On-Board Navigation App for Android Smartphones

Provides Premium, All Inclusive Experience with On-Board Map Material, Industry First Reality Scanner and Traffic Live

Hamburg, Germany October 27, 2010-NAVIGON AG, a leading provider of mobile on-board navigation, today announced the release of the US version of its award winning MobileNavigator for the Android platform. The first on-board navigation app of a major navigation company to launch on the Android platform, MobileNavigator brings premium navigation to the growing Android user base. Among many signature functions, the app includes the industry-first feature Reality Scanner that identifies points of interest by showing them in a live camera view. MobileNavigator is available now from the Android Market and includes Traffic Live and without an additional cost.

MobileNavigator brings first-class developments in GPS navigation technology and real-time travel information to the Android platform. "For almost two decades NAVIGON brings preeminent navigation technology; this long standing experience enables us to deliver sophisticated navigation solutions that transform smartphones into navigation solutions comparable to standalone devices," said Gerhard Mayr, NAVIGON vice-president worldwide mobile phones and new markets. "Other than free navigation apps for the Android platform, NAVIGON's app provides on-board premium maps and driving related features that go beyond providing simple directions, helping to make driving a more relaxed experience."

Reality Scanner is an industry first feature for the Android platform. Utilizing the phone's build-in camera, positioning, and compass components together with NAVIGON'S extensive POI database to project POI (points of interest) icons directly on the camera's image. Users can point the device and instantly identify POIs in or around the location. Other premium features include, Reality View Pro, displaying photo-realistic 3D views of actual road, highway/interstate, signs and exits, and lane guide markers for easy driving decisions. Traffic Live uses real-time data from over a million drivers to route around traffic. NAVIGON MyRoutes analyzes driving habits, patterns, location, time/day and provides up to three routes clearly displayed in-map with ETA, distance and driving times for each (a comprehensive list of features is below). The NAVIGON Red Light Cameras feature provides drivers an advanced visual warning for most red light and speed cameras.

MobileNavigator relies on the devices' GPS receiver as well as the pre-loaded NAVTEQ® maps, providing full function navigation capabilities when a cell signal is not available. Off-board navigation, in comparison, is dependent on a cell phone connection to download map and routing data. Therefore, no cell signal renders navigation useless or interrupted until a connection is re-established. "MobileNavigator addresses the concerns of savvy consumers who are dissatisfied with the inconsistent performance of off-board turn-by-turn navigation solutions using lower quality data that has recently entered the market. NAVTEQ maps are a key differentiator and part of NAVIGON'S overall strategic vision for enabling a more sophisticated navigation experience for consumers," said Jeff Mize, executive vice president, Global Sales, NAVTEQ. "The superiority of NAVTEQ® maps is defined by its verified accuracy, richness of content and its breadth of coverage data. Equipped with proprietary data collection tools and state-of-the-art technologies, NAVTEQ'S Geographic Analysts continually drive the roads to collect, verify and update over 260 attributes, many of which can only be captured through direct field collection. This in-depth "human factor" delivers data consistent with real world conditions and is one of the most robust and accurate geographic databases in the world."

In addition to the benefits of an on-board solution, NAVIGON'S hallmark navigation capabilities and third party partnerships come together in MobileNavigator customized and developed for the Android platform.

The extensive set of features and capabilities include:

Reality View™ Pro clearly displays photo-realistic 3D views of actual road, highway/interstate, signs and exits, and lane guide markers for easy driving decisions.Traffic Live The most precise traffic information available today, using real-time speed data from over a million drivers including commercial fleets such as trucks and taxis and non-commercial drivers with GPS capabilities.Reality Scanner helps finding points of interest by showing them in a live camera view.Lane Assistant Pro prepares drivers to make an upcoming exit or turn with a lane map complete with arrows and actual road geometry.Speed Assistant Adjustable audio-visual warning alerts drivers of speed and can be turned on or off.Text-to-Speech Complementing turn-by-turn directions; informs the driver of both the street name and the direction to turn.NAVIGON MyRoutes analyzes driving habits, patterns, location, time/day and provides up to three routes clearly displayed in-map with ETA, distance and driving times for each.Day & Night Mode for map display.Direct Access to Contacts Allows navigation to contacts saved in the phone's address book.Route PlanningBranded POIs and POIs along the route and in Reality Scanner.2D and 3D map viewCoordinate Input Employ longitude and latitude coordinates as a destination as an alternative to traditional input like an address or POI by name. Email geographical coordinates for precise location identification.Automatic Portrait or LandscapeIntelligent address entry for quick text entry and lookup results.Real Street and Hwy sign displayDirectly call POIsPedestrian NavigationGoogle Local Search Connected instant search of local points of interest.Red Light Cameras provides drivers an advanced visual warning for most red light and speed cameras.

Pricing and Availability
MobileNavigator is available now in the Android Market and Google Checkout for *$39.99 for two-weeks. Post promotion the app retails for a one-time fee of *$59.99. The price includes the Traffic Live services. MobileNavigator is equipped with maps of the U.S.A. from NAVTEQ®.

*NOTE: Price subject to slight variations based on exchange rates between Euros and US Dollars.

Compatibility
NAVIGON MobileNavigator is compatible with most Android phones and runs with Android 1.5, 1.6, 2.0, 2.1, 2.2. The application requires a minimum of 30 MB of free RAM and about 1.5 GB storage space for maps, voices etc. Supported screen resolutions are 320x240, 480x320, 800x480, 850x480 and vice versa.

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