CharMarieDavis

I am currently 10 weeks and my doctor encouraged me to work out! I was working out with a personal trainer two times a week and she highly encouraged me to continue doing whatever activities I was prior to getting pregnant as long as I had been doing them for at LEAST 6 months prior. I simply can't increase my weight. I…

I used the same method of adding 1 mile to my shorter runs throughout my training and I actually ended up getting a stress fracture in my foot. Your body can physically only take so much. If you proceed with this method of training, just be sure to listen to your body. If it hurts at mile 5 but you are "scheduled" to run 6…

What helps me stay on track at work is that I make an extra serving of whatever I cook for dinner and pack it for my lunch the next day. I also almost always keep a bag of "Grilled Ready to eat" chicken in my fridge. It's higher in sodium (like the lean cuisine unfortunately) BUT it doesn't have the carbs and saturated fat…

I am an aerospace engineer and I went to University of Oklahoma. I don't think WHERE you went really matters. If you have a great GPA and good work ethic you should be able to find a job. At OU, they did very little to help with job recruiting but I still managed to find a very good job on my own. I ended up choosing the…

Something that is more satisfying? Losing weight! I have noticed that when I have a "cheat" then I crave it more and often times I eat the "cheat meal" and I feel unsatisfied! This is because your body has adjusted to eating healthier food. And the more bad things you give your body, the more it will crave it. I know most…

I would try getting a membership at a gym that has classes where you can try a different workout every evening! It's a great way to meet people who have the same goals as you. At my gym they have yoga, spin, body sculpt, trx, crossfit, thigh/ab/glute, running groups, zumba, etc. It gives me tons of options so I am never…

I love ground turkey stuffed bell peppers. Or I make crustless quiche using an entire bag of spinach. Also, If you need to quickly steam veggies, use the seasoning Spike or Accent. Adds some great low sodium flavor to the veggies. Snacking on bell peppers with hummus is also a good snack.

Kind of random but if you download the app The Knot, it's a forum to ask all questions wedding related. And then many brides on there created Instagram Accounts to share pics for wedding stuff. Helped me out a lot when planning my wedding last year!

Things I wish I knew before I started running: 1. Pay to have your gait done at a running store and purchase actual running shoes. 2. Hydrate well throughout the day. 3. Don't tie your shoes too tight or too loose b/c it impacts the way you run. 4. If your shins/body hurt, STOP. (I was out 5 months due to a stress fracture…

• 1 5 lb boneless pork loin roast • 1 cup organic apple juice • 2 teaspoons garlic powder • 1 teaspoon real salt • 1/2 cup honey • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar Place pork loin roast in slow cooker fat side up. Pour in the apple juice. Generously sprinkle garlic powder over the roast. Add salt.…

My favorite snack is bell peppers, cucumbers and carrots with hummus.

This! Best advice to give to any athlete! Listen to your body!

Excedrin with a lot of water. Or Advil with a cup of coffee. Caffeine helps ease headaches.

This will vary person to person. There are some pros and cons to coffee. (Just like there is for every other decision we make in this world) If you are struggling with high blood pressure, a doctor will tell you not to drink coffee. Coffee also becomes an addiction, but if I need a spike in energy, fruit is full of natural…

Yes, you need to log fruit. And if you are looking for lower calorie and lower sugar fruit, it is best to stay with berries. (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries are also lower in sugar)

Hey! Congrats on your 3 mile achievement! That is huge. Running is incredibly hard on our bodies. I was training for a half marathon that is in October. I started my training at the end of February and did a gradual increase training calendar as it sounds you are doing yourself. I am now in a boot and have not been able to…

What my doctor told me- "If God didn't create it, don't eat it" Try to minimize things you eat that come pre-packaged (Can, frozen, etc) And focus on eating things fresh. Poultry, Seafood, Beef, Fruits, Veggies, etc. Buying things fresh cut down on your sodium intake and you will feel better within days! Also, it is…

Chicken/Turkey/Beef/Steak Lettuce Wraps Crustless Spinach Quiche Turkey Bacon wrapped Shrimp Parmesan Baked Chicken Ground Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers Snacks: Cheese Sticks Any Veggie Berries Protein Shakes Avacado Almonds

If you order black coffee and then put it over ice then it's completely different than Starbucks' "Iced Coffee". They actually "pre-make" their iced coffee and it has added extras. You can get it "unsweetened" but it still contains more than just "coffee on ice." I don't remember what all they put in it, but they will tell…

I don't think it's a problem as long as you are still drinking your 64 oz. of water. Will giving it up help you lose weight? Probably not Will giving it up help with sugar cravings? Maybe-Worth a try Will replacing it with water help you get healthier? Of course

I would not classify myself as a "runner" but I was training to be one. It took me 8 weeks of training to do 7 miles and I pushed it too hard because I ended up getting a stress fracture in my foot. Running is unbelievably hard on your body and it is much more important to train your body to that sort of distance which is…

I stopped drinking wine with my meal. Instead, I drink it after my meal later in the evening where I can truly enjoy every sip of my 5 oz. That way it doubles as dessert! I also limit myself to about 3 glasses/week.

They say that 80% of abs is in the kitchen... :-)

Running outside is more challenging because you generally have a constant change of elevation and obstacles. Running on a treadmill is easier because you have the motion of the belt underneath you pushing you along when outside you have nothing "helping" you. I am still fairly new to running and was on a half marathon…

I didn't read through all the posts, but a great way to season veggies is to use Spike. Spike is a low sodium veggie and poultry seasoning. It makes steamed broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, asparagus, etc...taste amazing. Of course you can cook them other ways than just steaming, but you get my point. I use Spike or…

I mash them up, mix with salsa and shredded cheese, then dip grilled chicken in it. It's on of my favorite meals. I'll use ground turkey as well.

That's what I was afraid of... Thank you for the reply! Did you go to a family doc first or straight to a podiatrist?

Yes that is the location! Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate it!

Turkey Meatloaf- It's very easy to prepare the night before so you can just pop it in the oven. Quick and Easy. (also low carb) • 2 pounds ground turkey • 1 cup milk • 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs • 2 eggs • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 3/4 pound Colby cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes • 1/2 cup ketchup…

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, butterflied (about 6-8 oz each) Chili powder to taste Salt and pepper to taste Cooking spray 1 avocado, halved and sliced 1-2 jalapenos, mined 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup chicken broth 4 oz Neufchatel (light) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup salsa 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese…