brittyn3 Member

OP - you do you. What people were concerned about and responding to are a lot of times newcomers come to the forums to answer questions they have. Many don't post but read. It's a long time belief that you can detox and "reboot" your system. They just wanted to make sure that type of information wasn't being advocated or…

I cannot master the snot rocket. My last attempt resulted in being covered in back fire.

I love la croix. For whatever reason, it's more refreshing to me after a workout/run than water is. I could drink a 2 liter easily. It's expensive, but it breaks up the monotony of water.

I had no idea this is a thing!! It happens to me running if the temp is less than 60 degrees. That's pretty interesting.

For some people, it's validating when they ask but [hear] it's more than just sitting on their couch and eating 1 bowl of ice cream vs. 2. I've realized that people are more comfortable when they ask and accept it's impossible for them. At that moment, they are motivated - but once you say how long it took... all bets off.…

+1 to Hal Higdon. The plans are free and extremely thorough. He also has a lot of useful information. You can pick whatever level you like.

As if suggesting you aren't happy now? I've ran into similar reactions. I'm always amazed that others have an opinion on your body or what you're doing.

Haha, fair enough. I could drink a bottle easily, now - ugh.. not so much.

You might be kidding, but that's 100% true. I can't drink nearly as much as I used to. It's sad really. As I consider wine a food group. Hmph

We haven't came full circle for a while. We must be on a Barkley Marathon loop. Hope everyone packed extra bug spray and protein bars.

Same. Depending on many factors - my recovery can be up to 5 minutes per set for Squats. Usually, it's 2 or less, but you tell my legs on a Monday after a fun weekend they need to hurry it up.

Yes, to all of these replies. It makes me shudder for the reasons listed. But I try to consider how the people likely meant it - out of making healthier choices, not massive deprivation. Being healthy and happy - technically there isn't a food equivalent.. because food isn't an emotion or feeling? Now I'm just engaging in…

If I had a bad workout or feel like my progress isn't where it should be, momentum loss is real. If it's a bad workout, I go for a run that night to shake it off. It always works for me. Puts my head back in the game. I remind myself that 1 hiccup, or 1 week of stalled progress will not undo all of the work I put in. That…

Good for you! I'm a runner and firmly believe it's good for the soul. Don't be afraid to slow down though. Slow and steady win's the race :)

I don't like the phrase, personally. It makes me think of restriction and deprivation. I have to choose between eating food's I enjoy or being healthy physically? Personally, I'll have my cake and eat it too.

Definitely psychological, it takes effort to do things outside of your routine and comfort zone. Losing weight, takes effort. Picking different foods, takes effort. Eating less, takes effort. Saying, no thank you, to constant offers of treats, takes effort. Working out takes effort, running takes effort, it's hard to find…

Love this. hahahaha!

I like tanning. I almost never do in tanning beds though, because I think the cost is ridiculous. But I LOVE spending a day at the beach under the sun. It makes me happy, I feel better, I look better, I still protect my skin. To each their own. My mom tanned regularly in her 30's - 40's and she aged beautifully. She looked…

Good Post - I keep to myself. Gym is my "me" time, so I'm always talking in my head, or I hope it's in my head lol. Though, I do fear that my underwear are showing through my leggings during squats/deadlifts etc. Which I usually decide, who cares if they are.

I agree with all of this. It's easier to get the point across to people, albeit not explicitly accurate verbiage.

Add each ingredient individually. Is this a homemade pizza? Start with finding a 12in cheese pizza base and adding the additional ingredients separately. This will be an estimate, since you're not able to use the weight of each.

I beg to differ, I despise cardio like it's kale. I'm a runner and a biker. When people say cardio, I think of the cardio machines. I often envision myself taking them out like the printer in the Office Space

It's funny how some people like to watch the world burn by over complicating the simplest of things.. lol. :smiley:

But why? That piece of knowledge helps out the vast majority of people trying to lose weight. Many people believe that if they eat foods that are low calorie and considered healthy and cut out "junk", they'll lose weight. Failing to eat less than they burn. Healthy food in excess will make you just as fat as "junk" food in…

^This... I love sweets/snacks, everything. The more restrictive I am, the more I want something. I fit my treats in my daily calorie goal, I prelog. You just have to remind yourself of what your goals are and if that extra snack is outside your calories - if it's worth it or not. Over time it's gotten easier, but I still…

People fail to see how simple it is, because the diet industry has plagued our brains with how not simple it is. If someone has failed double digit amount of times at losing weight, it would be a little pride swallowing moment if you realized how simple it is to lose the weight. That would mean your predicament is 100%…

Great post, especially with the influx of disputes lately.

ughhh these posts makes me wish I could visit my dad for Easter! Sadly, my boyfriend was traveling so I wouldn't have anyone to watch my dachshund. Longgggg story short - maybe I'll treat myself with blaze pizza or something equally fantastic and delicious... MMM super hungry now, all your food looks amazing!

As many have said - you'll probably not be stronger. I'm taking your comment to mean something else, do you mean that you're concerned you won't find someone that is into lifting too? Which I get. I spend a lot of time working out, I would prefer a like minded partner or at least one that understands it. But seriously…

As many have said, it depends on your level or running. For a beginner, stick to the 10% rule. If you've been around the block a few times and have ran longer distances before - gauge by how you feel. Depending, I usually up my mileage from anywhere to half mile - mile. I don't increase again until I can run comfortably at…