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Hello all, I'm a thyroid cancer (PTC) newbie. TT in December, just finished RAI last week. Started last week on thyroid replacement for the very first time. Up until a couple years ago I was pretty athletic. Lost over 100 pounds, ran marathons, etc... Lapsed and gained just about all of it back, just in time to be…

Howdy! Can't remember how to post pics on this thing...my before and afters are on my page. Just under 6 feet tall, started at 280 and race pic is about 180 lbs. Good luck!!! I've gained a little back since then...on my way back down again...hahah.

Well, this is my third time back down the totem pole. In college I ballooned to 250 pounds. Lost it down to 180 I think. A couple years later, I met the love of my life and ballooned back up to 280 (max weight). Lost down to 170. Had a medical issue and stopped exercising for a year...stopped myself when I hit 225. On my…

6'0" currently at 206. Looking to get to 170. Good luck!

I'll take some coupons! Hehehehehe

Is the catfood in the database a specific brand?

Sounds like a good plan to me. I've felt I've been "overtraining" lately myself. Every once in a while, you just have to take a break :)

Yes! I saw the online video of this yesterday and honestly, wasn't that shocked. Greatly disappointed though. That one with 350% more fat was pretty bad though! Geesh! The FDA I guess only mandates these companies to be, what was it, around 20% of the actual fat and calorie content? Bleh.

Yes I have, thank you! I have some before pics on my profile. Still have a couple pounds to go, but i"ve been in "maintenance" for a couple months. This website has been so helpful, keeps me honest!

Ran 6 yesterday late day and thought seriously about puking. I don't think the calorie burn difference is going to be too much, if anything, different. I do know that running in the heat here in Texas, when it's around the 85-100 degree mark, my heart rate is about 10 beats/min faster. So who knows. Hydrate well and good…

I used to eat them for lunch everyday as well (lean cuisines, smart ones etc), solely because of the low calories and they didn't taste too bad. But, like you, one day i looked at the sodium and was somewhat disgusted. My solution is that now I keep them for days that maybe i forgot my lunch or didn't have time to prepare…

First of all, welcome and good job on taking this first step! Secondly, running is a great choice for weight loss, lifestyle change and stress reduction. So you've definately picked an excellent sport and a 1/2 marathon is a realistic goal. There are various programs online that can guide you on where you should be before…

Keep going everyone! These pics are fantastic!!!:drinker:

:flowerforyou: Great job! You both look fantastic!!!

Thanks!!! :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

:flowerforyou: Bump, to read later

I have a large back piece I want to finish, a phoenix rising from the ashes. Thought it would be nice symbolism.

My hubby and I both just bought a 350....pretty nifty. I like it alot. The chest strap is comfy. The wrist watch is kinda big and clunky but you can see the screen clearly, especially when running. I like it.

I plan to run 3 miles at lunch today...I am going to follow your advise for doing 1 long run on the weekend. I will see how far I can make it on my long run this weekend :tongue: Great! :flowerforyou: I'm no expert, just remember not to add too much mileage at a time. I think they recommend not more than 10% to your total…

I totally understand the phrase "VERY SLOW"...hahaha, me too! The training has gone well. That 3 miles you've got going sounds like a good starting point. That's where I started too. These programs seem to keep your regular runs short and then push the distance on the long, slow run at the end of the week. It has been hard…

Ice bath, eh? Brrrrr!!!:noway: Unfortunately, I've heard it works though! :tongue:

http://www.marathonrookie.com/half-marathon-training-schedules.html That's the program I'm on...

Yay! I'm almost done training for my first 1/2 marathon and debating on moving to a full marathon for February. There are many programs on the web. I find the simpler ones are a lot easier to follow. I'm not going for speed, just to make sure I finish. My race is in 3 weeks and I'm up to 12 miles this weekend. So far,…

Austin Marathon in February. Should be interesting. Supposedly I have plenty of time to train. Doing a 20K in three weeks, so we'll see~!

Hmmm, I think just about everything has been said. Lot's of good advice being given. One thing, you can try to loose a lot of weight by Halloween, but realistically...it takes time and patience and sticking with it to make your goals happen. And they need to be obtainable goals. I say this because I wanted to be at my goal…

Yeah, fat is fat whether in the boobage or the buttage. I was never really busty. I think I maxed at a 42 D. Now I'm about a 36 B. :grumble: :grumble: :grumble:

Amen brother! :drinker:

Hmmm, could be a folliculitis (hair follicle infection). The more you scratch the more you spread it. Sometimes you have to get an antibiotic for it, but milder cases can be resolved with soaking with hot washcloth/shower, let the follicles open and drain and air dry, leaving them alone. Usually this is much more prevelant…

I have Brooks Radius right now, think they are going out of production, so I got a great deal on them and I love them. Brooks Cascadia 4 for Trail Running, bit more pricey.

Lubbock, Texas :happy: