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Umm...no it isn't unique. MFP uses a methodology called NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) which looks at your BMR and makes an assumption of what you burn based on a stated activity level (not your stated exercise level). The number NEAT gives you (assuming you have a goal of maintaining) is the number of calories…

For long runs (over 8 miles) and even some races I find I perform better if I run a mile/walk a minute and repeat. I even have that interval set up in endomondo. For shorter runs of 3-4 miles I'll run the whole distance, sometimes doing negative splits if the mood strikes. Mid runs are totally just down to what I'm feeling…

I started doing yoga, which helped with joint issues. At that point I wasn't concerned about weight, just moving without pain. Then I signed up for a 5k with my husband who was starting to get into running as a show of support. As the weight came off running became a bit easier, but wasn't easy (I was probably still north…

Halfway through the month and more than halfway through my miles!

Please don't do that. It's poor form. We ALL have to bob and dive around people, and claiming to be faster than you are only adds to the problem for everyone else. The first mile or two are always crowded as things shake out, just expect it and keep your pace appropriate or even a bit slower than you want. It will even out…

If the problem is that these cuts are stringy/tough why not just grind it? Makes great bolognese. My husband dreams about venison bolognese. You can also make it into sausage, though if you go that route I would grind in some suet as well just to keep it moist.

You could try finding a running group. Sounds counter intuitive, but sometimes it is nice to have a pack of cheerleaders, and runners I find like to help other people get into the sport. I have 2 that I run with, one for fun short-mid length runs (to a bar, because yes) and the other sponsored by a sports/fitness store in…

One of the running groups I run with is called the Fishtown Beer Runners, and honestly a LOT of the races here in Philly end with free beer. It is wonderful. I don't recommend an IPA/DoubleIPA/Stout after a half, but a nice pale ale? mmmmmm Also, I seriously felt like a genius when I first figured out the sundress thing.

:tongue: I was mentally streaming this in my head https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwVVpwBKUp0 /edit for linkage to explain my brain dump

Nope, it is about being hung up on the info gathering and not going forward. Right now, and this thread, is you being hung up on a technique to refine something you don't even do yet. It would be like someone asking about how to best swim a butterfly stroke without even knowing how to swim yet. You keep getting told to go…

Plan where you are going to park. Plan where you are going to meet up with anyone afterwards. Physically go there if possible before race day and get the lay of the land. Expect your phone to die/have lousy reception. Relax and trust your training. Eat like you would for a long run, or maybe something light and bland.…

This thread reminds me of this post on Nerd Fitness http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2012/04/05/underpants-gnomes/ OP, it seems like you are gathering underpants. Seriously, get out there and try running and see what comes naturally, then work on applying technique.

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While this is true OP is not at home and doesn't have a scale or measuring cup handy. I find this visual guide to be useful when out and about http://www.elle.com/cm/elle/images/SZ/elle-portion-control-final.jpg

Cup your hand, fill with grapes. Unless you have huge hands you'll be fine.

Calorie deficit helps with weight loss. Yoga can help create a calorie deficit, but just laying in savasana for 10 minutes doesn't. Calorie burns vary depending on style and intensity of practice, but most don't come close to what you get from a good cardio, HIIT, or lifting session. I tend to use yoga as a supplement…

You don't even run yet and you are worried about foot strike? A bit of cart before the horse there. If I were you I would 1) Get properly fitted shoes after having someone actually look at your gait at a running store. Go ahead and say you are interested in something more minimal, but listen to them if they suggest…

This made me smile. Great job!

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oooh nice. Data gathering and fun :D I've had my fitbit about a year now, and I use it synced with MFP. I have MFP set to sedentary and let the fitbit adjust it up or down from there based on my actual activity. I found it very useful for maintenance.

I'd rest on Friday then since it is beyond your normal distance and at a good clip (for me that would be downright speedy, lol!)

How long are your long runs? Are you looking to compete or just finish? For me if a race is a benchmarking race and within the distances I do for a long run, I tend to just rest the day before, but if it is a goal race I rest the 2 days previous and dial back my mileage a bit the week before.

1) Just write it down with a pen and paper. Be aware that the simple act of writing it down, even devoid of calorie information, does tend to result in eating less. 2) Are you gaining weight now? Not the last 2 months now, but the last year. If you are gaining weight now then any baseline you establish is liable to be…

Everyone has different goals. That person who lost weight and was told to eat more? Maybe he had been bemoaning the lost strength that goes with weight loss. The girl with the almonds...it is hard to eat a lot of almonds, ever try to eat more than a couple? They are delicious sure, but after a serving I tend to go looking…

Know your limits in regards to footing. On the roads my husband is much faster than I am, but on the trails I leave him behind as I'm more sure footed and he has past injuries that endanger his footing. Walk down any hills with loose gravel/stones unless you are ABSOLUTELY sure of your footing. If you plan on doing many of…

I don't find that to be the case at all! I know for example that Simplicity patterns I tend to make a smaller size than Vogue patterns. However what I do like that is consistent across patterns is the measurements and the listed amount of "ease" designed in the patterns. Makes life so much easier to ignore the 0-20 when…

Obviously everyone in your office is thinking about you when they bring in these treats! They get together and plot out who's turn it is to bring in what this week. They aren't thinking about themselves and that 3pm meeting that they could use a hit of something to get through instead of falling asleep. Or how sometimes…

Breathe! I'm in a similar boat, only my marathon is an unplanned one (I won an entry) and 12 weeks out. I'm also a slow runner and often say my running totem is a turtle. Sometimes you just have to forgive yourself and then buckle down. Here is what my training looks like if it makes you feel any better. It isn't really…

10k in 1:09:45. Not bad for a soupy humid run the day after my long run!

My tally shows 82 miles for the month, so I'll try to hit that. Hopefully I manage more!