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My actuals are at 550 right now...not sure what a ORM would be. Right now I'm chasing a 250 deadlift...this definitely gives me a bigger goal to work towards.

My sports doc told me to stay away from pre-made insoles. For the most part, you should get the shoe that fits your foot, not try to make up the difference via insoles. For some people (like me) custom insoles are required.

Not sure why you'd want to take the pressure off your heels - you want to drive through the heels when you squat. Getting up on your toes is bad news. FWIW, I squat with a wide stance and toes pointed out about 30*, with my knees falling to line with my toes.

r I listen to music and also use Runkeeper to tell me what my intervals are. I use one earbud, and then wrap the other one around my bra strap to keep it out of the way. No problems so far. Can still hear other runners/crowd/etc without missing my music. I use some cheap Panasonic earbuds that do a good job of staying in…

She is 16. She is still growing, and her body is changing. If her doctor isn't concerned, just reinforce good eating habits and staying active.

How old is your daughter? If she is under 18, have you discussed this with her pediatrician?

I'd eat more strawberries too...help balance the top out some.

My weight bounces like that if I put my left sock on first instead of my right sock.

Yeah, because it's just that easy.

This. There are a couple of theories about the whoosh effect...it is totally normal to lose weight like this.

Could I get your recipe?

Why is your lack of discipline their problem?

Annnnnd this is why people shouldn't have "goal weights". Why would you sacrifice LBM just so the scale can spit out a number at you?

I'm hyper aware of it when I'm on a treadmill. It's not so bad when I know that I'll just have to pass by a person, but to be nailed to one spot when I run? Yikes!

All I know is that you should only slash three tires. If you slash all four, insurance will cover it. *whistles and walks out of thread*

Ok - I was guessing at some of the numbers. I would tweak your ORM until you get that 1+ up around 185ish, and then proceed with the program. I have everything plugged into Excel, making it easy to get the numbers where I want them. Keep in mind though that Wendler is all about progressing slowly. So sometimes it is…

I started with my real ORMs that I had tested a few months prior to switching programs. I think the first cycle was only moderately heavy, but that worked well since I was still trying to figure it out. After that, it got heavy. I'm not sure why you'd drop all the way back to 150 lbs....maybe I missed something when I read…

The first time I ever went for a run, I waited until it was dark out, put on dark clothes, carried a flashlight, and ran down our driveway. No one could see me. I didn't want them to see my fat jiggling everywhere and how hard I was breathing and how far I couldn't run. I only made it 300 feet, and then had to turn and…

Looking at your schedule, I don't understand the question.

Thanks! I'm glad that someone else has had the thought as well. I think I've got a better handle on my assistance work...I've cut a couple of things out and don't feel as fatigued this week. I also moved some real life stuff around, and my schedule includes more rest than it did. Will move forward this way for a few weeks…

None. Wait. That didn't sound as excited as your OP. NONE!!!!!!!! PS Posting the same topic on multiple forums is not allowed.

Agree with these two. The only reason I'm not making it is because I wouldn't be able to moderate my eating of it....I prefer those little Banquet individual pies with ice cream on top.

I think OP means size 26" waist.

Thank you both for your thoughts. I'll keep it as written. I run normal assistance work until my runs get to 8+ miles. At that point, I cut out some of the exercises, and sometimes drop from 3x10 to 3x8 until after race day. I do a big deload race week, lifting just enough to stay loose and active without risking DOMS. I…

I'm currently at a 3:1. I have no desire to run 13.1 miles without walking, but I am working on getting my run interval longer. I don't see a day that I won't take a walk break though.

Rack your weights where they are supposed to go. Don't put the 2.5lb plate behind the 45. Try not to make your supersets so crazy that you need a ton of equipment. Not only will you get in the way, but it makes you an equipment hog. I used to go to a very small gym, and the squat rack was in the middle of the only open…

Have you checked the database?

I agree that you need to go to a running store and try a few different kinds on. I tend to stick with Sauconys - Asics and Brooks don't fit my feet properly.

My hatred for leftover containers is the reason I tend to reach for Chipotle, Subway, or whatever I can easily grab from Kroger for lunch. I'll cook my dinner and add veggies/fruits/etc to that meal so that I don't have to deal with those darned containers.