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Do you have any running stores in your area that do training clinics? I joined one last year and went from barely a 5K to running a 1/2 marathon. Typically they are training for an event - Some 5k, 10k or half marathon in the near-ish future. They'd meet once a week, usually Sat mornings and give you a training workout for…

bump.. great stuff! Thank you all for sharing!

Lululemon bras rock! If it has crossed straps in the back, uncross them, then try on just like a regular bra. Its much easier to put on all by yourself. Also, Moving Comfort has wonderful bras. I'm a 34DD and they really hold everything in without the uniboob. Both styles have nice wide straps too, so they don't cut into…

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First of all... Best of luck on your journey. My bit of advice is to eat your exercise calories. If you are working your body so hard, but giving it so little to use for energy, it will hold on to every bit of nutrients you give it. I know how hard it is to eat more when you are trying to weigh less, but truly your body…

I do the same thing everytime I eat anything high in sodium. I feel it in my fingers and around my eyebrows within any hour or two. I think we are normal, just super sensitive after not having much sodium for so long.

Are you running on a treadmill or outside? I cannot stand running on the treadmill, but music on shuffle does help me. I will start to get bored, then one of my favorite songs comes on and I make myself pick up the pace and kinda "Dance-run" it gets me going again, usually for another 1/2 mile or so. Outside is a different…

are you drinking lots and lots of water, like 100 ounces? Dried plums are also high in potassium.

I'm not sure about your area, but do you have any specialty running stores around? I am in Portland, Oregon and we have the Portland Running Company. I am starting a running clinic next month put on by them. Its a 12 week course that is more-or-less training for a half marathon. It will go over techiniques, apparel and all…

MFP already counts you in at a 500 calorie deficit. If it is telling you that you need 1200 cals to fuel your body for basic daily functions, its really means it takes you 1700 (1200 + the 500 deficit). If you are eating all of the calories MFP gives you + darn close to most of the calories you earn back by exercising, you…

Torrid is wonderful. Their quality is great and they have lots of fun styles.

I work really long hours and have a daughter and a very lovey dog. I have been wanting to do some sort of video at home, but with the loving "distractions" I have, I knew I had to find a way to get up even earlier to do it. I just started doing the Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred. I have not had any problem getting up at…

I keep frozen berries around and add 1/4-1/3 cup. I wait til the oatmeal is fully constituted, then add my berries. Its delish!

I am so proud of you! You are amazing and you will succeed!!!

Seriously with the water. Keep downing the water until your next meal/snack time. You'll make it through. :)

Hi Danielle, I do the same as you. Someone earlier today mentioned doing free-weights while watching their favorite program on TV. I really thought that was a wonderful distraction for my mind and hands. Tri-ceps - here I come. :smile:

this is a wonderful group. I started last saturday, so I'm two days ahead. May I join your Shred party? :) I did L1D4 this morning. I can tell that my push-ups are getting better and my calves feel soooo much better today. I was walking stiff legged this morning. LOL. I love the burn, even though it hurts so much! Best of…

I am so very proud of you!! You are a success story already, just working on a new chapter. We are all here for you! Keep up the good work. I can't wait to run with you at your place :)

Keep going!! You know you can and you know you deserve this! The weight will come off and surprise you when it does. Be sure to weight at the same time of day, when you weigh. Watch the sodium!! Keep your chin up and your legs moving! You can do thi!!

How did it go? I'm starting on Saturday.

Thanks guys! You all ROCK!

I just bought the DVD, so I'll start next week when it arrives. Can anyone tell me how much room space this workout requires? I'm trying to figure out which room to set up in. Thanks!

I just bought this off ebay. Now I must do it. I'm so excited!

oooohhh, I love the wrap with egg and salsa idea... I'm going to bring the ingredients into work and make that. Thanks!

I just re-discovered Carnation Instant breakfasts. I mix 1 packet with non fat milk and 1/2 banana with some ice. then Magic bullet baby! Oh, I mix in a packet or two of Starbucks Via too. Gotta get my caffeine fix. I drink this all the way in on my hour commute to work. Keeps me satiated until my mid morning snack.

Major kudos for putting all of this down in writing to yourself and for everyone else too. Remember that every day is a new day. You can take this journey one day at a time. Do not let yourself get overwhelmed by the journey in front of you. You can start new every single day. If you fall off track one day, its only one…

I just started seriously running in August. I have done three 5K's so far and have started training for a 10K in June. I have never been a real runner in my life, so this feels like such a major accomplishment. I can't believe how many doors I have opened for myself regarding future plans. I am so excited to travel new…

I have been taking the One a Day Womens H20. You mix it in 16oz of water like a fruit or tea drink mix. I have found that its not so easy to find. I just bought a bunch of them online yesterday. I have heard the the solid vitamins are not digested very well and we do not get the nutrients we think we are getting. I have…

I'm with ya. Work is slow and I am kind of bored, so I am watching the clock waiting for my next snack time. I really want goodies, but have been doing pretty well about not caving in. Man, am I going through the water though. Every time I want to dig a quarter out of my purse and get those Hot Tamales out of the little…

Hi there! Welcome. I've ben online here for just over a month and have referred so many friends. I have lost most of my weight (65lbs) and have about 12 left to go. I am holding pretty steady, but my body continues to change in the right direction with increased exercise. I'm in Oregon and would love to be your friend, as…