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Me too
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Like others, I count it if it's above and beyond what I normally do in a day.
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My boyfried is training for Ragbrai this year. What "scares" me about an overnighter or multi-nighter like that is my dislike of roughing it. I'm not a huge fan of tent camping (RV with running water - I'm there!). Otherwise, I think it would be a blast!!
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Yes, they figure people will be eating some calories from fruits and veggies, but they also stressed to eat fruits/veggies in moderation until satisfied, not that fruits/veggies were free and people could eat unlimited portions of them. My old leader did say that you should count fruits/veggies if you found yourself eating…
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I understand that. I should clarify that I dropped below my goal weight and am now within a few pounds/maintenance level of goal, not that I've gained more of the initial weight lost back. I was so unhealthy and don't know if I could get to that low of a number again in a healthy way, but I loved it for the short time I…
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This does help a lot. I just looked back at my graph over the last year and am now back (within a few pounds) of where I was last November. I dropped quite a bit in February/March due to major stress (new job, house sale, move to a new state, etc.). My problem is I liked how low I got weight wise and I loved how I looked,…
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Totals for September: 9/1 - 16.24 miles 9/6 - 12.44 miles 9/8 - 7.8 miles 9/14 - 16.4 miles 9/20 - 16.4 miles 9/27 - 21.2 miles Total = 90.48 / 100 Well, I came close but didn't meet my goal. However, I almost doubled my last personal challenge results so I'd consider it a success. Great month everyone - let's do it again…
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Scary! I haven't experienced the bonk but my friend told me about it. I haven't yet done extremely long rides and am generally ok with just water for an hour to an hour and a half. I usually have something small before riding though. I do take my friend's advice, though, to at least carry something with me like a granola…
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I've seen anywhere from 3-8 - and yes, it sucks! For me, the smaller gains go away in about a week, but the larger can take 2-3 weeks - lots of water and try (if you can) to limit salt...hang in there...
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Totals for September: 9/1 - 16.24 miles 9/6 - 12.44 miles 9/8 - 7.8 miles 9/14 - 16.4 miles 9/20 - 16.4 miles Total = 69.28 / 100
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I know the guy doesn't owe the OP anything and I'm sorry if my post came across that way. If it were me, I would have felt badly and probably offered the OP something toward the cost. But then, I don't think I'm a douche... :)
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That sucks, and was completely rude of the seller. The least he could have done was offer to reimburse you for the trailer rental. Good luck with your continued search...
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Totals for September: 9/1 - 16.24 miles 9/6 - 12.44 miles 9/8 - 7.8 miles 9/14 - 16.4 miles Total = 52.88 / 100
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Totals for September: 9/1 - 16.24 miles 9/6 - 12.44 miles 9/8 - 7.8 miles Total = 36.48 / 100
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Totals for September: 9/1 - 16.24 miles 9/6 - 12.44 miles Total = 28.68 / 100
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Just go do it! :) I'm not a runner but I was so nervous to get out on a bike on the trails. I was so afraid all the "athletes" (i.e. who I thought had all the gear and were in fantastic shape) would look at my non-workout clothes and secretly think I didn't belong out there, but you know what? I passed by all sorts of…
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Woo-Hoo! I'm in this month. I didn't participate in August, since I'd bought a new hybrid/flat bar road bike and did 12 miles out of the gate (same route as I'd done in July on my comfort/hybrid bike) and was in so much pain - ow ow ow!! So I reassessed, listened to those wiser than me, gave up on the new flat bar bike,…
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Nope, but it's seriously one of my biggest treadmill-related fears, along with the potential of the speed control not working and being caught in an-ever increasing speed/incline situation (which would most likely lead to falling off)... My consolation is that I do treadmill workouts at home, so no one would see me, just…
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I believe that's classified as intermittent fasting, yes. Lots of people on here don't eat until lunch or don't eat right away. Since I usually go to bed late, I often eat a later dinner and eat a small-ish breakfast when I get to work, which is usually 3-4 hours after I wake up, depending on workout and things. On the…
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I second the magnesium and dehydration suggestions. I can get horrible cramps in my toes and calves if I'm low in magnesium (and to a lesser extent, potassium). I've found a basic over the counter supplement (Magnesium Oxide, 250 mg, although there are other forms out there that are absorbed much more quickly and…
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Getting enough water has been my biggest challenge for years now. I found when I first started drinking more is to increase slowly. Maybe try 2-3 glasses spread out for a few days or so and increase slowly? Your body will start craving water and you'll start to know when you need more. Too much of an increase too soon led…
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Hi everyone, I took up biking again a few months ago and LOVE it. When I get my bike tuned up and the gears adjusted I'm sure I'll love it even more :) If anyone wants to add me as a friend, please do so. Your speed and distance will pick up quickly, I'm sure. Right now I'm nursing a minor arm injury, and hope to be back…
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59.59/50 miles for June: 10.76 on June 1st 12.18 on June 8th 12.18 again on June 10th 12.2 on June 12th 12.27 on June 22nd - I didn't get out last week and missed it!! I did the same route as the last few times and managed to ride a bit faster - yay!! I surpassed my 50 mile goal for this month :)
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Hey all you younguns!! I turned 38 recently, and feel much better than I did for much of my late 20s and early 30s. Any of you 30-somethings, please feel free to add me :)
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Thank you so much! You have no idea how helpful this post is - congratulations on your success - ALL of your success - mental/emotional as well as physical!
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I'm happy another posted asked this. OP, what meds are you taking? Some can really mess with appetite and weight.
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Hello to the OP! First, I'd like to congratulate you on getting out there and walking :) Second, many posters have already stressed that the best exercise is what you'll do and given great tips on avoiding injury. Personally, I don't think I'll ever be a runner. It hurts me, even though I've lost most of the weight I need…
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Wow!! Great job everyone! I'm so inspired by those of you who can handle 20+, 50+, 100+ mile rides. I'm starting back after not cycling in years and am pretty proud of my 10s and 12s so far :) 47.32/50 miles for June: 10.76 on June 1st 12.18 on June 8th 12.18 again on June 10th (I'm guessing the distance on this one, since…
