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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EWJHS5U/ref=twister_B00H1LAM4A?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 This is what I use on longer runs. It's pretty minimalist, as far as packs go, but it meets my needs.

Water, Gu, whistle. And I make sure that people know where I'm going and when I should be back (I do that on roads too, now that I think about it) I live in the south, and aren't on remote trails. If I were in the mountains, or more technical trails, I'd 100% bring a space blanket. I do ultras.

I'm an ultramarathoner. So...pretty far ;)

Oh my word! I read that at first that your were 5 foot 2 and WEIGHED 100 pounds, and need to lose 15-20 more. Oops. Afternoon brain fart. Back to the topic. When I started losing weight, I was 5 feet tall 129 pounds with a muscular build. When I told people I was trying to lose weight, they were shocked. I am very…

I have a Foreruner 225, but I am primarily a runner. dcrainmaker.com has very complete watch reviews, so I would look there for ideas.

If you don't need the rest day, you aren't doing it right! Don't try to race your training. Follow the plan. You might not feel like you need rest if you are only running 20 miles a week, but they will be essential for success in your longer runs and the marathon itself. Like, if you "just had to" run 5 miles the day…

Um, that seems a little aggressive. I'm at a healthy weight for my height, but I tend toward holding my weight in my lower body and I have shorter legs. That means I have thicker thighs. I just don't want people thinking that running = magically thin thighs.

I run ultras. My legs are thick

Run 6 days a week, strength/core/stability 2-3 days a week, yoga daily. But I run marathons and ultramarathons.

I usually buy my first pair of new shoes at the local running store, and then buy the rest from Runner's Warehouse or the like. I go through a pair of road shoes in 3 months, and I simply can't afford to pay full price.

I love trail running! It is so peaceful and happy. Cheesy, I know. I feel like it increases my whole body strength, but for me, that isn't the point. It's just more fun!

I can't eat after a long run, my stomach just isn't ready. So if I'm running more than an hour, I typically have a recoverite shake when I get home. Easy to get down, and it provides some hydration.

I run fasted, for anything under about 10 miles. Mostly because I don't want to get up any earlier than I already am.

I run in the dark, and wear a reflective vest and a blinking light on my shirt. This one. https://www.nathansports.com/strobelight-led-clip-5071n I feel safe that cars will see me, and there are enough street lights for me to see as I run.

I am a decent runner. I typically place 1st or 2nd in my AG. About 5 years ago, I decided to do a duathlon (run, bike, run). I am not a cyclist. I finished dead last. I survived, and no one looked down on me. It was still a great experience and I'm glad that I did it. Trust me, everyone will be running their own race. Have…

Don't expect to run as quickly on the trails as you do on the road. Even for elite runners, your pace will slow down on the trail. This can translate to needing extra fuel. In a road half, I may use one gel midway through. In a trail half, I may need 2-3. Same goes with hydration. Consider a fuel belt/vest to carry your…

Slow down and drink more water! Drink before, during and after the run. I'm marathon training in coastal NC, so it is hot and humid. Your pace will be slower, but your body will adapt, and if the weather is cooler come marathon day, it will feel so much easier!

You mean during your period? It's not a bad word ;) Yep, I still work out. It definitely helps with my cramps, and my mood.

I've done the Krispy Kreme Challenge. Run 2.5 miles, eat a dozen donuts, run 2.5 miles back to the finish. There were competitive and non competitive entries. I entered as non competitive, so I was not required to eat the dozen. I had one or two. http://www.krispykremechallenge.com/

My garmin "yells" at me every hour to move. I usually walk to the printer, or to the restroom, or get some more water.

I'm 36, so close enough ;) I'm set to "lightly active" with exercise 3x week/ 60 minutes at a time. I actually work out 5-6 days a week. 45-60 minutes at a time. Current weight is 118, with goal of 110, hoping to lose 0.5 pounds/week. My calorie goal from MFP is 1360.

I never thought of that. I'm 5 feet tall and have a long torso. I've recently got a Garmin that tracks frequency, and it's typically in the 190's, instead of the 180's "ideal". I wonder if that is due to my height. I'm on the quicker side, but not an elite by far.

At the risk of sounding sarcastic, you have to run hills to get good at running hills. I've heard the saying that "hill work is speed work in disguise." You can slow down on hills, and still get a benefit. I think it all comes down to practice. I do most of my hill work on trails, which is more enjoyable to me. I'm 5'0"…

Morning exercise perks me up. But there is nothing inherently bad about coffee.

^^^This. Almost all beginner runners start off way too fast. Slow down and don't be afraid of walk breaks. Movement is movement. Not every run needs to be at super-speedy race pace. I am a distance runner, My marathon pace is ~9 minute miles. I run my long runs at ~11-12 minute miles. AKA, way slower than my race pace.…

Run 6 days a week, cross train (boot-camp style class) 2 days a week. One rest day a week. But as everyone above says, exercise has not been why I've lost weight. Diet is. 100%

I didn't lose a toenail until I started trail running. The downhills push my toes into the front of the box, no matter what size shoe I wear. Add 3-4 hours on the trail, it's a lot of pounding!

I'm a recent convert to trail running. It is exhilarating and addictive. I love it!

Yes, you can over train. No, you are nowhere near overtraining. And exercise does not lead to weight gain. Calorie excess leads to weight gain.

Congrats! I would recommend a "reverse taper." Just like you (should have) dropped your milage down the week or two before the race, use the next week or two to build it back up. Here is a 4 week recovery plan, which seems a little long to me, but you know your body best!…