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9.2: 1.25 9.3: 4.1 9.4: 2.4 9.8: 4.3 9.10: 5.25 9.12: 6.1 9.13: 2.75 9.15: 5.3 9.17: 4.5 9.20: 8 9.21: 1.25 9.22: 5.1 9.23: 2 Wednesdays are usually a strength training day, so I just ran from home to the gym as a warm up. I figured it would be an efficient use of time (which it was) but I forgot how much I dislike running…

This is THE BEST story. Thanks for sharing.

9.2: 1.25 9.3: 4.1 9.4: 2.4 9.8: 4.3 9.10: 5.25 9.12: 6.1 9.13: 2.75 9.15: 5.3 9.17: 4.5 9.20: 8 9.21: 1.25 9.22: 5.1 Yayyyyy I hit 50 today! 8 more days to go. It will be really tough to make my goal this month, but I'm thrilled at the progress I've seen in just a few weeks.

Washington, DC. Wonderful place to be a runner! Summers are hot, yes, but we have such a long, beautiful fall.

9.2: 1.25 9.3: 4.1 9.4: 2.4 9.8: 4.3 9.10: 5.25 9.12: 6.1 9.13: 2.75 9.15: 5.3 9.17: 4.5 9.20: 8

THIS. So true. Also, my best advice to controlling the binge: remember that just because you can't have something right now doesn't mean you can't have it ever. There's always another meal, another day. No need to eat all the peanut butter in the house now, I can have it on my toast in the morning. That Ben and Jerry's…

9.2: 1.25 9.3: 4.1 9.4: 2.4 9.8: 4.3 9.10: 5.25 9.12: 6.1 9.13: 2.75 9.15: 5.3 9.17: 4.5 I did a bunch of squats and deadlifts yesterday, so my legs were tired! Intended to do at least 5, but I caved and took the shorter loop home. Seemed like the right choice at the time, but of course after a shower and some breakfast I…

9.2: 1.25 9.3: 4.1 9.4: 2.4 9.8: 4.3 9.10: 5.25 9.12: 6.1 9.13: 2.75 9.15: 5.3

I find it useful to remember that just because I can't have something now doesn't mean that I can't have it ever. If I'm really craving a splurge (usually ice cream) and I don't have the budget for it, I tell myself that I will plan it into my daily calories for the next day. If I know in advance that I want a treat, I can…

9.2: 1.25 - 1.25 9.3: 4.1 - 5.35 9.4: 2.4 - 7.75 9.8: 4.3 -12.05 9.10: 5.25 - 17.3 9.12: 6.1 - 23.4 9.13: 2.75 - 26.15 I'm happy with my total for the week, but I'm still behind from my slow start this month. I'm focusing on enjoying running and the challenge of upping my mileage without letting this turn into a chore.…

9.2: 1.25 - 1.25 9.3: 4.1 - 5.35 9.4: 2.4 - 7.75 9.8: 4.3 -12.05 9.10: 5.25 - 17.3

Truer words were never spoken. I'm sorry that happened to you. His negativity and cowardice say nothing about you and everything about him. Let it all go. Good things ahead :smiley:

I lost a run day this weekend. I just couldn't say no to hiking...a beautiful 9 mile jaunt through the mountains. 9.2: 1.25 - 1.25 9.3: 4.1 - 5.35 9.4: 2.4 - 7.75 9.8: 4.3 -12.05

Not a whole routine, but wall sits and planks will do a lot of good in a tiny space!

I'm starting a bit slow, nursing a mild back injury. 80 mile goal this month! 9/02: 1.25 - 1.25 9/03: 4 - 5.25

August 2016 for me as well. I'm planning to loose 8-10 pounds before I dress shop in November and then tone and maintain after that.

1/2 cup of cooked brown rice with a mountain of steamed veggies. Good, stick to your ribs dinner that's super satisfying. Flavor with lemon and pepper!

Amazing! I'm so impressed at how much you have accomplished.

#1, Yes pacing. Start slow, give your body time to adjust and find its rhythm. Not every run is a race. #2, I find it incredibly helpful to throw in a very short run once or twice every few weeks. Especially when your motivation is low, it can be really invigorating to run one or two miles and then be done. Running can be…

This. The frozen water bottle has saved me many times. Also, make sure you are wearing good shoes all the time, not just while running. Sandals with no arch support, etc do a lot of damage over the summer months.

1.5 cups water (or almond milk if you prefer) 1/2 scoop Vega unflavored protein powder 1.5 cups spinach 1 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 frozen banana 1 small apple, chopped Blend it all up! Delicious! 275 calories

I don't prep my dinners, but having snacks and lunches ready to go for work is essential to me. In the fall and winter I make large batches of soup that I freeze into single portion containers. Now that its summer I'm craving raw foods more often. Kale holds up wonderfully in salads. I make four portions at a time. I also…

Vega is perfect for me. Vegan (that may or may not matter to you), smooth consistency and tastes great! I often use a half portion in breakfast green smoothies for a little boost. If I need something post work out, its good blended with water or almond milk. I've had the natural, vanilla, chocolate and coconut almond…

My salad game has recently gotten a lot better! A few tips that come to mind: Do your salad prep like they do at Chopt. Cut everything up including your lettuce/greens into small pieces and toss it all together with your dressing a big serving bowl (ie don't just build it on your plate). If your ingredients are cut too…

I second Moving Comfort. The Maia bra in particular is fantastic. I'm a runner and I swear by it.