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I don't know that you would exactly qualify for a diagnosis of an eating disorder, but it does sound like you're struggling with disordered eating. The different between the two is a matter of degrees. I've struggled with disordered eating since high school, but I never would have qualified for a diagnosis of anorexia or…

I'm sitting here laughing because I was just on my soapbox about the stress-cortisol-water retention thing to someone else the other day. Stress release absolutely makes sense, and I'm 100% happy with that. In fact, I think I may be more happy with that than I would be with fat loss because I know how damaging persistent…

You guys are amazing. Thank you so much for the encouragement! Friend requests have been sent :) I wrote a blog post this morning because I realized I lost an inch off my waist and hips between yesterday and today. And I ate 2187 calories. Lost an inch overnight and the scale dropped 1.5 pounds. I'm not expecting that kind…

Thanks! Sending friend requests... I cleaned up my friend list just after I wrote the original post, and then refreshed my newsfeed. I literally felt the stress release all through my shoulders and face. It was absolutely the right thing to do. So excited to get connected with people in this community!

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I totally stole a nice set of plastic drawers from my husband and informed him that it was now mine. It's the size of a small dresser. Entirely filled with my running stuff.

Rotating shoes is definitely recommended. Shoes are made of materials that compress when you run in them. Rotating shoes allows those materials to recover between runs. I don't run enough MPW to warrant buying two new pairs at once, but I do what a few others have said: once my current shoes have logged some miles, I throw…

You could add some sitting core work. You'll burn some calories, and building up your core always helps a lot of other things. I'm "pre-habbing" before getting back into running this spring, and core work is a major part of my workout routine. Most positions in Pilates floor work require no weight on your feet at all.…

It's why I got my Vivosmart. Because of the "Move!" alerts, I've gotten so accustomed to moving frequently that I habitually pace the floor most of the day. And I feel more in shape than I did when I was training for a half marathon. One of the biggest surprises with step-tracking was seeing exactly what the inactivity…

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^^Second the advice for core work. If you don't have a strong core, your legs are practically dangling from your body. It'll make more work for your quads and put a lot of stress on your lower back. I have two friends who had back injuries that turned out to be due to a weak core and tight upper legs (hamstrings and…

Hi friend! It might be because of hydration issues or your skin reacting to the evaporation caused by sweat. It's also winter, so if you're in a cold region, that may be affecting your skin, too. I have to use hand lotion a lot, and stick with brands like Alba Botanica and EOS because so many others either don't keep my…

There have been other studies showing that inactivity has the potential to offset the benefits of exercise. For example: If someone goes for a 3 mile run every morning (30 minutes) but then sits at a desk for 8 hours and then flops on the couch for 4 hours when they get home, those hours of inactivity add up. Some activity…

You sound like me!! Can't go out because of bad weather and sharing one car with my husband, and we have low ceilings so I can't jump around. I kept track of how many steps I take in a mile and figured out an average (it's about 2250). I use that number to get in walking miles by pacing the halls in my house. It can be…

Doesn't sound like anything serious to my unprofessional ears, but I'd keep listening to your body incase it gets progressively worse or other symptoms show up :) In the meantime, you could try lacing your shoes in a different pattern to see if that helps. Runners often experience hot spots or odd spots with tingly…

Not to sound like a broken record, but it depends on your workout :) As a runner, it's carbs before, carbs after. Fueling before a run should be relatively simple carbs (like oatmeal or toast) with a little protein (like nut butter). I know complex carbs are better, but you don't want to give your body something…

If you can get fitted at a running store, do it. Let them know you're on a budget, and a good store will help you find the best shoe at the lowest price. But, as others have said, a good running shoe is absolutely worth the price. A lot of running injuries happen because of bad shoes. Think of it this way: Your feet are…

Agreeing with all of the above! Especially the recommendations to check your protein. That was my first thought when I read your original post. You also need to make sure you're getting enough carbs. Runners absolutely need carbs. Cut your carbs too much and limit your protein, and you're in for a heap of trouble as a…

If your doctor cleared you for exercise, I wouldn't be worried. What's more important is noting your level of exertion and how you feel. If your HR is 170 and you're not gasping for breath, not feeling lightheaded, and not feeling nauseous, I would say you're probably fine. Some people just have a higher than normal heart…

Two words: Frozen veggies!!!! I can cook semi-gourmet meals when I want to, but most of our weeknight meals are frozen veggies and some kind of protein. I also keep easy-to-cook forms of protein on hand like frozen grilled chicken strips, sliced beef, and chicken sausages. Costco has been a life saver for finding frozen,…

Fruit is great! Just keep an eye on how much calorie "space" you have for things you need to meet other nutritional needs. I've had to scale back on fruit a bit because I needed the calorie space to fit in more foods that were higher in iron.

Love your perspective!! And yes, I've been there with trying and learning lessons and trying again. One of my favorite quotes is the Japanese proverb, "Fall down seven times, stand up eight." It doesn't matter how many times you fall down, what matters is how many times you pick yourself back up. My other favorite quote is…

SAHM of a 2.5 year-old!! I'm hoping to lost at least 10 more pounds, but like you said, my main goal is to get healthier.

A few thoughts from a runner... #1. Check your schedule to make sure you're giving yourself rest days. It sounds valiant to work yourself to the bone day after day, but it actually doesn't help long term. Workouts and training literally tear your body down. In the running community, we talk about rest days (non-running)…

My "rest" days are almost always cross training days. XT days are when I focus on arm and core work... maybe throw in something fun like kickboxing to mix things up. It's not bad at all to throw in a laid back cardio workout on an off day. Just don't push it. There's also the concept of active recovery. Some people do best…

Major applause for recognizing what was happening and trying to respond on your own while you wait to see your counselor!!!! Agree with @DancingMoosie‌ that whatever you see as a potential increase is not fat. Like @ninerbuff‌ said, weight gain is a response to what your body deems necessary for survival. Excess fat…

Mom of a 2.5 year-old, and I 100% agree with all the comments about keeping your fun foods within your calorie budget!! I don't like to think about how many calories I'm "allowed" in a day. I think about space. If I can eat foods that are low calorie but super high in vitamins and nutrients, that's a bargain because I'm…