Weight can be a touchy subject among friends. Honestly telling a friend whether those jeans do make her look heavy is a hard thing to do. While the number on the scale shouldn't mean a thing when it comes to close pals, the reality is some of us do change our habits, bite our tongues or plan different activities when dealing with friends who have more curves.

Click on the gallery below to take our survey and tell us how you really feel about friends and weight.

Do you have a list of celebrities you'd like to work out with? I definitely do. I think it would be cool to do some watersports with Cameron Diaz, and I'd love to go for a run with Matthew McConnaughey. You know, because he's a good runner. No other reason there. Nope.

Anyway, I think I might have to add our new First Lady, Michelle Obama, to the list. I mean, she is dedicated, and I'm always so impressed with people who are able to fit in fitness when life gets crazy. And who's had a crazier couple of years than the Obamas?

AOL Health has an excellent rundown of Michelle's fitness routine, touching on how early she's been know to hit the gym (I'm sorry, 4:30 a.m. isn't morning -- that's still night to me!) and what her friends have to say about her (like, she's a gladiator). Get the whole scoop here, then, come back and vote in the poll below.

We've got sugar on the brain here at That's Fit. I don't eat it, Bethany banned it for seven days (even got a nod from Glamour magazine), Karla is doing it (and re-doing it), Bev is taking a stab at ditching the refined stuff and Martha would love scrap it too. How about you? Here's what 97 of you told us in a recent poll that asked: Sugar: How Long Can You Go Without?

• 18 of you (18.6 percent) can do anything for day.
• 21 of you (21.6 percent) say you'll give it a week.
• 21 of you (21.6 percent) report that a month would be tough, but you're willing to try.
• Nine of you (9.3 percent) say a year isn't a problem.
• One of you (1 percent): A year. You wish.
• 22 of you (22.7 percent) declare that you will never go without sugar.

Thanks for the great responses, everyone. We hope you make good on your sugar intentions. For those of you who think a sugar ban will never be in your future, humor us and give it a try. We predict you won't be sorry.

In a limited UK survey, only 21 percent of the doctors surveyed got a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise five days a week. Doctors cite a lack of time, motivation and resources as excuses for not following the advice they dispense to patients. That's Fit asked readers what they thought -- does the physical fitness of a doctor matter?

• 52.2 percent of you feel that doctors should practice what they preach.
• 23.9 percent of you feel that a doctor's lifestyle doesn't change what they know, and their knowledge is more important when practicing medicine. One reader commented that doctors who have struggled with weight themselves tend to be more helpful and empathic with patients.
  
• 23.9 percent feel that it depends on what kind of doctors they are and what type of advice they're dispensing.

• 25.7 percent of you report that losing weight would help.
• 6.6 percent agree with Heidi -- the boobs have it.
• 5.9 percent would love clearer skin.
• 30.1 percent wish for a more fit and toned body.
• 14.7 percent would change everything.
• 4.4 percent would change nothing.

These stats are pretty fitting for That's Fit readers. The two categories earning the highest percentages -- losing weight and looking toned -- are the stuff this blog is made of, after all. So, keep reading, everyone, as we continue to arm you with healthy options for reaching your goals.

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Veteran's Day has come and gone, but we hope you honor your servicemen and women every day -- and we hope you are continually inspired by all they do to allow us the freedom we all enjoy. We know some of you feel the inspiration but sadly, most respondents in our recent Veteran's Day poll report that they do not. Check these out, the answers to our question: Does Veteran's Day Inspire You?

• 27.3 percent of you are absolutely inspired. Good for you.
• 63.6 percent of you are not really inspired, Ah, come on.
• 9.1 percent of you aren't yet sure.
  
  

For those of you who are not really inspired or aren't yet sure if you're inspired -- I say you lace up those walking shoes, take a long walk, and think again. Or do like Martha would do and hop on the treadmill. It makes her thankful there are folks out there ensuring she can feel alive, powerful, and free. See if it does the same for you.

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Calorie counts have popped on menus in New York, and they could be coming to a restaurant near you too. Per my earlier post on the topic, we know The View co-host Joy Behar doesn't like looking at calorie totals when she's ordering. She's pretty sure she knows what she's getting when she picks her meals. She doesn't need anything in writing or in her face. You -- all you readers out there -- now, you seem to be of a different mindset. Look at what 106 of you shared when polled on your thoughts about the whole calorie count thing.

• 89.6% of you like calorie counts.
• 2.8% of you don't like them.
• 7.5% of you don't really care.
  
  

The majority of you like calorie counts on menus. I think I do too. Like Joy, I do generally know what I'm getting when I order but like most Americans, I'm sure I underestimate when it comes to numbering the calories in my favorite foods. And since underestimating tends to lead to overeating, I think it's wise to have a little reminder system in place, because if that seemingly healthy salad, for example, comes with a whopper amount of calories, well, then, I'm ordering something else.

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What worries people most about growing old? It's not wrinkles and gray hair. It's something far less superficial.

About one-third of 28,000 respondents in an MSNBC online aging poll said they are most worried about their ability to take care of themselves. One-fifth said they're afraid of losing their mental abilities, and 16 percent are afraid they'll grow very ill and experience a lot of pain. Only seven percent fear looking old and wrinkly.

The biggest priority for nearly 60 percent of respondents: Staying strong and healthy.

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I'm not a huge fan of mint anything, really, so the fact that I'm not at all excited about a sports bra scented like peppermint is no surprise. But what do you think? FitSugar has a poll going on the topic, based on the new Reebock Pulse Scented Short Bra Top which "releases the refreshing scent of peppermint" when you workout. It seems like more people like it than don't (48% cool, 38% not cool, so far), but I'm not convinced. I keep thinking that it doesn't keep you from sweating so what does 'sweaty peppermint' smell like? That could be downright nauseating.

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