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Feel free to add me if you would like. As for the strangers that are bringing you down, can you find a way to remove them from your life? Or alter your schedule so you aren't being subjected to their negativity?

I've been lucky that most of my issues have been relatively easy fixes. Sports glide does wonders for me. The biggest problem I had for a while was a result of chewing sugar free gum. I quickly learned where the bathrooms were on my routes!

They aren't cheap, but my favorite running shorts are from Lululemon. I have accumulated several pairs and they wash well.

These sound simple and yummy! Thanks for sharing!

Been there. I've struggled a long time with sweets. I made some diet changes this year that have really helped with my binge/restrict cycle. If you do this regularly, try to identify why. If it's a rare occurance, just move on and start tomorrow fresh, new day, new attitude.

Agree with others - taper is one of the keys to resting the body up for the race. However, one mistake I had made in the past, is letting my intensity of my runs drop with the mileage. Keep the same intensity but run less.

Congratulations on your achievements!!! You look amazing!

Awesome results! Great work.

Feel free to add me!

Great resource! Thanks for sharing...

Since I eat most of my carbs earlier in the day, my dinners are a veggie/protein combo. Of course, veggies have some carbs in them, but I'm okay with that. One of my favorites - Zippy Kale Stirfry Ingredients 1 Tbsp virgin coconut oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 can (398mL) diced tomatoes 1 can…

I put nut butter in almost everything! Seriously, I'm additcted! I have a full side of one cupboard with different kinds and packets/jars. How about some stir fry zucchini noodles w/ veggies and a peanut sauce using peanut butter? Bet there are some good recipes out there for it - you'd just swap the rice for zucchini…

Exiting this post never to return... Who am I kidding?!!?? Yum!!!

You will absolutely want to continue strength training while training for a marathon. You may find you'll need to make some adjustments to your current routine though. Training for a marathon is like having a part time job; its very time consuming. If you are doing splits right now, you might find when you get into the…

I second the recommendation for the book Starting Strength. A few things to consider - did you keep the bar close to the legs, or did you let it swing out? Focus on glute and hamstrings doing the work. You may also need to go a little lighter in weight while you work on form. Great job getting started! 5x5 is a solid…

These types of workouts are okay to do daily.

I prefer the ones the circle around my ears. I buy the cheap Phillips brand and they work great. I'm on the same set for about 2 years.

I know for sure it's talked about in the New Rules book.

Many of the videos out there today have a lot of jumping around, twisting, etc. I would get back to the basics - exercises that are going to strengthen the body in the glutes, hams and quads. When the hip girdle is strong, it translates into healthy knees, generally speaking. So, work on squats, deadlifts, leg extensions,…

If you haven't had a physical recently, maybe it's a good time to do so. Having all the bloodwork checked, etc. If everything there checks out good, then I would look at my activity level and eating habits. You didn't indicate if you are getting in any activity. Maybe a short walk at lunch would help. I do this almost…

Two recipes from Civlized Caveman that I've tried and love: Pumpkin chicken chili - http://civilizedcavemancooking.com/entrees/poultry/pumpkin-chicken-chili-2/ Pumpkin cinnamon muffins- http://civilizedcavemancooking.com/grain-free-goodies/pumpkin-cinnamon-muffins/ I've also made a pasta sauce using pumpkin and milk and…

I'm currently fat-loading as part of race prep, and that means very low carb. Here's what I'm using for my snacks: -olives -avocado, could eat by itself or mash up and serve with veggie sticks like celery or carrots -nut butter drizzled over small bowl of blueberries -veggie sticks and tahini -homemade trail mix leaving…

Oh, I love me some eggs!! Here's a few of my go-to's: -hard boiled -egg salad (I mix mine with just a little bit of seasoning and olive oil, no mayo) -fried egg sandwich on toast -add to my oatmeal (cook oatmeal, then add in egg or just whites and cook a little longer) -mix with some pumpkin, cinnamon and vanilla and make…

I read about this in Matt Fitzgerald's book and wondered about it, too. If you try them let us know. I'm currently in day 2 of the fat loading phase. Love experimenting to see what works best!

This!!! I was going to suggest having someone drop you off at a start location how ever many miles you need away from home. For running marathons I prefer the point to point courses for this very reason. I tell myself that there's only one way to that finish line. Another thought - try finding/joining a local running group…

Here's our regular rotation: Assorted bell peppers 50/50 spring mix spinach Blueberries/raspberries Celery hearts Baby carrots Ground turkey Chicken breast tenders Fire roasted canned tomatoes Canned chickpeas and blackbeans Milk Egg whites Maple syrup Walnuts Almonds I have several sets of their glassware for storing my…

One of my favorites is sweet potato hash with either fried egg or hardboiled egg. I eat a lot of nut butter and avocados too.

My favorite is nut butter and baby carrots. I also enjoy green smoothies, Mary's Gone Crackers w/ salsa and smashed avocado, and blueberries drizzled w/ nut butter (warmed in micro).

Congratulations! Your hard work and comittment have really paid off. You look great - I can only imagine the mental transformation you've experienced as well.

-Not too exciting but grilled chicken and steamed veggies. If you use the chicken tenders it takes just minutes to cook. -Fully loaded oatmeal - oats w/ chia seeds, hemp seeds, berries, and some maple syrup -Grilled salmon with sauteed greens and peppers seasoned with coriander -If you buy precut or spend some time at the…