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Ditto for me....

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You should be fine to run on Saturday....it's good to rest and give your body a chance to heal itself. By all means run easy today, but not longer. I find sometimes my best runs have been after taking a break just prior to a race. Usually one tapers during the week to two weeks before a race (depending on distance). So you…

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Canada here (BC): soda (most here don't know what I'm talking about, picked this up in California), sub, firefly, couch and don't forget sneekers, tennis shoes or runners - I say runners.....

Quit using a blow dryer and try not to use any product in your hair. Also, try and wash your hair less or get a wash/wear style. I use a blow dryer maybe once a year and my hair is so thick, the salon has to thin it every time I'm in. I've had long hair and short hair (which I find much more practical).

Lead by example - she'll figure it out when she's ready....maybe she'll come to you....

Finished my longest run before my Half Marathon in 2 weeks. I did 18.5 km today :)

Outside....to me stuck inside on a machine is boring....

Date: March 23rd - Comox Valley Half Goal: around 2:30 (slow) First: lost count Training: 3 days a week Longest distance: just under 17 km so far Next: 10km in April, maybe another Half in Victoria in October...haven't decided....

I agree with 3rdwoozie5.... You might want to try going back to your other shoes though next run and then back to the new shoes...(try that once or twice)... I found that my new Brooks are different fitting from the last pair I just bought, so it could be a bit of an adjustment. The shoe makers don't make them the same…

[/quote] Never move to England its all we talk about here. [/quote] No, no, that's all Canadians every talk about.....

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I'll stick to the point. There's been a few statements that are hitting the mark. #1 - bonking, use fuel, #2 - running once a week, definitely fit in more runs than that if you want to build endurance, #3 - don't look at your watch or set the timer for an extra 5 minutes each time you run until you're past the 90 minute…

You should be commended for losing all that weight. It's a shame that you can't be rewarded by the medical system by having your surgeries paid for! My hat's off to you!

I've quit drinking twice now. First time I was 25. The 2nd time just 5 years ago. I really think that it has helped keep off about 40 pounds. My relationship is far, far better (my hubby quit too). He wished that he had never started. Our joke now is about the money we've saved by not drinking. Decisions to buy something…

Is colour blind...

Awesome job! You've done an amazing job and you are the epitome of a MFP success story! ps. that was the first thing I noticed was those abs!!!

I have too many Canon cameras to count from film to DSLR's, but for simplicity, weight and price, you might want to look at a Nikon. Canon has quite a few features you probably won't use. I also carry in my purse a little Sony point and shoot that really gives me bang for my buck. I kind of wish I hadn't spent the amount…

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Never wear them either..not necessary....but on that point, make sure IF you decide to go that route....you get lots of practice in without them....never do anything new on race day...get your body used to being without them..otherwise serious consequences...

Turkey meatloaf! Way better than beef, you don't get that oily taste rolling off your tongue afterwards..

Been using a Fitbit since the end of June and it's really helped me get up and move more..I run, but it's helped me on rest days to at least move more even by just going for walks..

Just joined...thanks for the heads up on that! http://athlinks.com/racer/results/159924027

Only thing I'll drive - have done so for 30+ years. Actually didn't even try driving an automatic till a few years ago - they make me nervous - I don't feel like I have the same control. Besides, in the snow, I feel safer with a stick.

You look great! Nice outfit too :)

Three ultras (one - 64 km, two - 56 km), three marathons, and lost track of the halfs (officially maybe about 5)

why not get a Fitbit and sync it with MFP? then you'll get credit where credit is due....

friend (challenge) request sent....anyone else want to add me....go for it!!