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ALso there is a NROLFW group here. It is a great resource!
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I'm on week 3 today, and I would say you need to use a squat rack asap and use more weight. The sole purpose of this book is to get women to lift heavy weights. We are all different, but I'm at 120 right now. My first set I used the 45 lb bar just to make sure my form was ok, since this is my first time really…
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I just mix mine in water. I get dymatize Berry flavor. Its really tasty even with water.
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I agree with the above posters about getting your knees looked at to rule out something being wrong. Mine was just that I was overweight, so my knees hurt when I did high impact workouts. I took IBprofin and plugged away. Now I'm fine. I run 20-30 miles a week, intruct high impact fitness classes, and weight train. I also…
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Well, for me it helps to have a guide. I'm a mother of 2 small children, I work...blah, blah. I'm a busy lady. Most of my life has to on a schedule and workouts are too. My husband or the sitter also finds it helpful if I give them an estimated time arrival. 8 miles, I'll be home in a little over an hour. When I'm not…
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I kept putting lifting off because of my race training. So, I can' t cut out my cardio, but I started this anyway. I am a stroller fitness instructor, so I have intruct classes. But, I'm not using my weights during class anymore. I am training for a half marathon & tough mudder in October. I wanted to start the program,…
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Hey all!! I just did my first workout last night and was so excited about this group. I'm a runner and a stroller fitness instructor, so I have the cardio DOWN. This is my first real time lifting. I've gone to personal trainers and used the machines now and then, but I really want to become stronger and zap out this last…
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Drink a powerade zero and hope for the best. I prefer to go around 7pm, which here in Missouri is still 102 tonight, with the humidity at "I'm sweating indoors..."
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Foam rollers offer many of the same benefits as a sports massage, without spending the dough. The foam roller stretches muscles and tendons and breaks down soft tissue adhesions and scar tissue. You use your own body weight and a foam roller. It's a "self-massage" or the technical -myofascial release-. It break up trigger…
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Foam roll!! You can get one at Target, sporting stores. I used to have this problem, I also run long distances as well. Bananas, extra potassium supplements, new stretches, episome salt baths. You named it, I tried it. I would wake up several times a night with charlie horses. One day, I finally bought a foam roller. It…
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Had this same problem when I started out. Tight like workout pants/capris were the only thing that would stay up with my mom pouch. Or anything with a drawstring and shorts worked, though I wasn't comfortable in them for awhile. Yoga pants were my enemy!! One jumping jack and I was pulling up my pants, boo!
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Picture to the left on my profle was 3 years ago after I had my son...I gained 90 lbs. Picture on the right a few weeks ago, plus another kid later. I am 110 lbs lighter than the day before I had my son. My stomach is really starting to look soooo much better naked, but no muffin top in clothes!!! You can't spot reduce,…
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Sure, but they are still chips. Just better than regular chips. I have them as a treat for my kids when I instruct my stroller fitness class, otherwise they get fruits & veggies or peanut butter or hummus on wheat crackers for snacks. I certainly wouldn't say they are a good substitute for veggies, but a substitute for…
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I run with a hydration pack in the summer when I train for half marathons, when I hit 10 miles +. Much heavier than a yoga mat & it doesn't mess with my gait. I'd make something like you are thinking to strap it to your back. Happy running!!
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Assuming you are properly hydrating, I had this same issue when I started running. I've been running for 2 years now, and I don't need water on a run anymore that is 6 miles and under. I'm not as winded and Im conditioned for running. I only stash water or running with a hydration pack 6+ miles, but even that is only in…
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Honestly, the only thing that I see that works is leading by example. My husband has never had problems with his weight. He is a marathon runner, lifts weights, etc. He does however binge on sugar more than he should...since he has type I diabetis. He can eat more than anyone I know and not gain weight. Since my…
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This is me. I HATE running on the treadmill. I love running outside. I will run in rainy, cold weather rather than run on the treadmill. I feel like I've been running forEVER...look down and it's only been 5 minutes. 5 MINUTES?!?! Running outside I'll get to such and such road and it's like...geez, I'm already 5 miles…
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I don't have either of these strollers, but would like to comment on the fixed vs swivel wheel. I had a single babytrend with a swivel that shook horribly when I would pick up speed, so I did get a BOB ironman that had a fixed wheel and the problem was solved. I tried out several of my friends swivel wheel doubles,…
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Mine's open.
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1. eggs 2. spinach 3. strawberries 4. venison (hubby is a hunter) 5. asparagas 6. peanut butter 7. red & green peppers 8. chicken 9. blueberries 10: cheese
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Veggie chips. They lure me in, thinking they are healthy then BAM...I eat half a bag. I had to stop buying them. They were really for my kids, who would rather have carrots & hummus. So...were they really for my kids...
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Agreed! Although I've only done half's. When my kids are older I'm in for a full!!
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4/10 3 4/12 4 miles 4/15 13.1 42 miles, 38 more to go Rest day after the Go! St Louis half marathon. Might be a pretty easy week,
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Yeah, watching calories is important in long distance running. Both in making sure you aren't overdoing it and that you are eating enough. I plan to do 2 halfs a year, then change things up in between to keep my body guessing. That being said, I will always do a long run a week. It's good for my soul...and my body. Good…
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Several things. I run relatively long distances, 15-30 miles per week. Sunday I'm doing a half marathon. Once I started running 6 + miles at a time, my body really started changing. I also do/instruct crossfit type classes 2-3 days a week in addition to running 3 days a week. I've noticed more loss in inches than lbs, but…
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$20-$30 including a shirt.
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LOVE my RoadID bracelet!! It's so important, if god forbid, you were hit by a car. I I have to say, I have a close call at least once a week & I really pay attention. Too many drivers don't...and I can see it's usually because the idiots are texting or on the phone. Plus if you have any health conditions, it lists them as…
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Always wear my road id!! If it's over 6 miles & hot out I'll either place water halfway, or where my hydration pack. Always have my phone, my husband insists.
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I was 235, now I'm 169. YOU CAN DO It!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I haven't decided my GW yet. I'm 5'9 and very athleticly built, so maybe 10-15 more lbs. I'm in a size 8/10 and I'd like to be a 6/8. See ya double digits!!
