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Your focus is definitely going to be more on intake than exercise. So long as you can uphold a sense of self-control and dedication to a new food regiment, you should be good to go! Just know going in that it's going to be a very slow but steady process, but that doesn't mean your efforts are being wasted. You're worth it!…

I've been curious what ways I could combat water retention. I've been taking in a LOT more water. (I used to drink next to nothing all day every day, now that I can tell when I'm dehydrated, I'm keeping it in check.) Not sure what other ways to address the water retention possibility, though.

Literally every food you put in your mouth is genetically modified, either intentionally or naturally. I don't care if you're growing vegetables in your garden and that is all you eat. The seeds you use to grow them have been genetically modified for generations to be what they are today. Fast-forwarding the GM process…

I JUST asked this exact question in a different discussion board. With the Biggest Loser competition my employer is holding, we weigh in once a week, and I find that to be fair. I've always been told weigh in the morning after you've used the restroom but before you eat. That is likely going to be your lightest weight of…

I know what you mean. I got on a motivation funk this week, but I got myself back out of it. How? I've fallen in love with exercise and being healthy. I never go to the gym without an obligation - someone waiting for me, like a trainer or partner. Never. But this week, I've been back twice on my own. I discovered doing…

I think I almost cried with joy seeing your first before and after. That is so amazing! You're amazing! Thank you for sharing, this is the best inspiration and it's an honor to just know your story.

Awesome time! Yeah, I just bought new shoes yesterday, and it's likely they'll need replacing every 6 months or so, but to me the lack of pain and injury is worth the price. Let us know how the Race for Life goes, okay? :)

Now that's my idea of motivation - exercise more, eat more good food! Haha! I've been hearing a lot about the C25K, but not the 8 weeks to 5K. I might have to ask my trainer about it. I'm still at about 60 minutes for my 5Ks, but I'm getting better every time, at least it feels that way. It's becoming less difficult to…

That's quite a thorough running store! I just went to a store last night and got a new pair that will give me proper arch support. My arches are so high, she even suggested I use orthopedic inserts, too, but said it would be best that I try the shoes alone first and then work my way up. I've been worried about splints, but…

I have that exact problem on my calves and ankles. I've been told by a track coach that it's likely bad shoes that aren't supporting my feet properly. I think she's right in my case. I have high arches and my running shoes are far too flat inside to support them. I'm planning on going to an athletic shoe store in the…

Very cool! It's nice you have your wife working with you. Finding someone to go with me for any kind of exercise is difficult, but I'm getting much better at self-motivation, which used to be a huge problem for me. I hope you see steady progress on reducing your time. I'm still at 20 minutes a mile, but I figure as long as…

Of course it does! :D I wish my dog could go with me on walks. He's 14 and can't make it for a block before his feet drag. :(

Hey Roxie! I've been doing charity runs too, and shorter training distances during the week. As for cool down, I've been taught by multiple trainers that doing a cool down reduces cramping and helps the body recover faster during future workouts. It's really helped me so far.

You'll do great! I'm sure of it. Just pace yourself and enjoy it.:smiley:

Way to go!!! It's a lot of fun. I hope you enjoy! Let us know how it goes and maybe some ways you're preparing for yours.

Cingrats on completing the C25K!! I may try that as training during the week btween my 5Ks to help improve my time. I'm very fortunate to be in a financial place where I can afford it, but it's all about each oerson finding a way to do what works best for them. I need an obligation bigger than a calendar, so paying to…

I can understand that. It can be intimidating and distracting to have people around, especially if you natually have a competitive mentality. So long as you're getting up and being active, though, that's all that matters! It's all about you and your health!

The app can be overwhelming. I stick with logging in food first. Use the search often and play with the serving sizes. It just takes some getting used to, but trust me, once you get the hang of it, it's worth it to see the results after following your calories well and often. :) Good luck!

Congrats!!!!! I'm on my way, too, hopefully. I haven't joined C25K, but doing intervals on the treadmill with my trainer gave me a bit of a bug. Now I'm signing up for a 5K every weekend to walk and jog during, and hopefully improve from there. If you'd like to keep get motivation and be motivating for other runners,…

I've been wondering this for a long time! uthinkuknowme has it right, you can and do burn calories during a workout, but it varies so much between individuals, I suspect MFP just hasn't been able to create an accurate calculator, or just hasn't bothered. This one I find to be pretty accurate. It's a long list, but it's…

I just made a group for 5Kers, actually! I couldn't find one. I'm doing one 5K a week, usually Saturday mornings, and walking/jogging them instead of running. This Saturday is my second in a row, and I'm prepping for a real 5K in August that I hope I'm ready to run for - the Hard Cider Run. You're welcome to join my group…

It sounds gimmicky, but I take a drop or two of peppermint essential oil (dietary version) and touch it around my forehead, temples, and on the back of my neck at the hairline. Rub it in and then go. It sounds useless, but it opens your pores and makes you feel so cold! It's extremely refreshing, and the mint makes you…

Sounds like you need some low-impact training for your joints. I have the same problem with my knees and ankles. I use a website called Fitness Blender for a lot of at-home workouts. They have hundreds of videos, all categorized by difficulty and even impact level. All the videos are free on the website and Youtube, but…

Awesome!!! Good luck tomorrow! Someday I'll get into a Color Run. For now, I'm just getting ready for The Hard Cider Run in August. They give you a free mug at the finish line, and you get free hard cider too! I try to do my 5Ks in intervals right now; jog for a minute, walk for a few minutes, jog for another minute. I can…

I throw just about anything in my smoothies so long as the calorie count is right. BUT! A new thing I love to do is add 2 teaspoons of powdered peanuts. You don't need to add ice then, it thickens like crazy! It's delicious and it's 1/3 the calories and fat of regular peanut butter.

I've been logging every day, but I've used this app years ago and after over a year I fell off the logging wagon for reasons beyond my control. Now I'm back and afarid of falling off again. A log in every day buddy would be awesome. <3