kimhski1 Member

Happy New Year!! Same height and started my journey a year ago at about 173. It took me about 6 months to loose about 25 pounds by tracking, weighing and measuring everything and running several days a week for exercise. We had a large move in July and I’ve been having some trouble settling in to our new home/area. I’ve…

Yep. My entire working career. I do work from home almost exclusively so I’m not sitting a straight 8 hours or more. I run as my main form of exercise and generally in the early evening unless work/weather allow for a lunchtime run. I love the exercises on the hour thought. Maybe I’ll incorporate walking lunges to and from…

Yay!! I’m needing new running sneakers and have Saucony’s. I think mine are Cohesion and have cushier sole. I’ve tried a more minimal sole and after a week of daily runs thought my entire body was going to fall apart. Sounds like you have a lovely route :)

I've never been one to stick with anything for a long period of time. This time, tho, I was and still am in the right mindset. I'm becoming a better version of me and that in itself has been rewarding enough. I'm giving myself one large material treat and that is a Garmin watch and heart rate strap. My iPod is super old…

I’m nearing 45 and would like to lose 25-30 more lbs. my diary is open. I’m in a much different mindset and this is much more for me than a diet. Anyone can feel free to add me. I love friends and sharing this journey makes it so much more fun :)

We are taking a mini vacation over spring break. I've lost 10 pounds thus far and am hoping for another 5 in the next 4 weeks. I've got a long way to go until UGW, however, I'd like to look better in my bathing suit.

I run because I enjoy the out of doors and it keeps my head clear and moods even. I enjoy strength training but need someone with experience with me at all times to keep me in check regarding form and doing it properly. I lack coordination and if left to my own devices, end up hurting myself.

I'm stalking Garmin's website to order this with music. I wish they'd release it already :)

This has been almost 8 years ago now, I was at a work training about 8 weeks post kidney donation surgery (very few people at work knew I was doing this and was only off work about 2 weeks). I was wearing looser clothing because the incision was still tender and snug waistbands were giving me issues. An executive walked up…

I use Syntrax Nectar. No sugar, no carbs. 100 calories per scoop and 24g of protein. The Fuzzy Navel tastes like orange juice to me. The Wild Grape is like grape juice and the cherry one is amazing as well. All come in powder form. Tubs or take and go packs. Some experience issues with them mixing in that the powder gets…

For those that are Garmin wearers - do you find the calories burned feature to be accurate? Or are you also wearing an HRM and using that data for calories burned? I'm following along here as I have an ancient iPod that needs to be retired and I'd like something that will do everything and feel good about the data its…

I prefer running and where I run is either on the trails or a long stretch of road that dead ends so there is no traffic. I use the time to reflect internally or to work through work/personal issues. If I'm feeling sluggish and not really putting in much effort, I give myself a stern talking to. When I was really fighting…

I was wanting to lose 45 lbs by the 4th of July, however, will be happy with whatever my weight loss is by that time. I've been using MFP about 6 weeks and while the weight is coming off slow, it's OK. I'm not discouraged and feel good about where I am. I have a bread issue as well. And rice. And pasta. :) I switched to…

Are your sneakers new or have you had them awhile? Do you have any special inserts in them? I get shin splints a lot when my sneakers are nearing the end of exercise use. Are you staying hydrated?

I used to loathe running in the winter/cold. Now that I’ve found what works for me to keep me warm and comfy, I look forward to it. I do know my limits. Nothing less than 25 degrees unless the sun is out and there is no wind. I also have several pairs of cold gear pants and layer running tights or compression shorts…

Oh. Yes. I’ve had those days when I want everything and nothing seems to help.

Yes. I weigh/measure as much as possible. I agree that I’m likely just overthinking it. I appreciate your thoughts.

It’s set for 1.5 lbs a week. This week, I had no weigh loss and gained a half pound. I’m not really frustrated but wondered if I might need to change something I’m doing. I also indulge occasionally with a treat or small candy if I am under a significant amount of calories on an exercise day. I’ve got quite a few yummy…

I follow www.thebigmansworld.com and he has some yummy single serve treats. Some are super good, some are a little weird texture-wise.

Avocado toast with soft boiled eggs. Might be a little messy for 'on the go' now that I think about it. I like the burrito idea :)

apple with some cinnamon sprinkled on it? small piece of good quality dark chocolate? Blended frozen berries. Larabar. Depends on what you consider sweet and if you are looking for something healthy or not so healthy.

Mine is open as well. I'm at 1400 cals and just about 5'4.

I had the same issue. I'd been sporting a headache for a couple days, couldn't concentrate, was easily distracted and felt like I could sleep all day. I logged everything but just let it go for the day. Today I feel way better and hope you are too.

I'm not a recipient but I'm a kidney giver :) Our 8 year kidneyversary is in March. So glad you are doing great!

I love Fleet Feet! I also had custom inserts made and love them. I'm a big fan of Asics, Brooks and Saucony. My trail shoes are Merrills. I do agree with everyone to get the gait analysis and then fitted for good sneakers. The right shoes make all the difference when running. And keep those sneakers only for running.

Thank you so much for this!!! It has helped ease my irritation with the fact that I've been weighing/logging religiously and started running again and the scale has barely moved. I just started down this road a smidge over three weeks ago. I just need to give it more time and continue with what I'm doing.

I have a milestone birthday in July and want to enter middle age looking and feeling spicy :)

Totally not weird. I waffle between sriracha and hot sauce with my potatoes.

I'm also a sugar junky. I've been somewhat successful in the past removing it from my diet and then life and bad habits got in the way and here I am. Again. I'm a huge fan of tisano cacao tea. It's just the cacao pods that you brew just like hot tea. Smells and tastes just like hot chocolate cake. It's my go-to if I'm…

I've done a couple Whole30's and found there is sugar added to just about EVERYTHING! It's absurd. I always read the ingredients. Just because the label says 0g of sugar doesn't mean there hasn't been some added. For me, I'm a total candy/sweet junky. I have to reduce carbs and really cut back/remove added sugars to lose…