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Chicken is a staple of my diet - seriously, I alternate between that and ground turkey for lunch every single day and most nights. However, ROAST chicken may be different depending on any oil or butter that might be used. I bake mine with seasoning (no salt), so it's really lean, and still manages to stay juicy just fine.…
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Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison - and can I just say that this question started a little dance party in my kitchen just now? (Mind you, the doctor for my current injury to my foot would NOT be happy, but it's my FAVORITE song!!!!!)
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Me too! I am currently coming back from an injury (and doing everything BUT running these days), but miss it terribly and can't wait to get back to it! I normally run around an 8:30-9:00/min mile and love half marathon lengths. Injured right before the LA Marathon in early March and then ran on it, of course, so have been…
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I'm currently nursing one as well (and without realizing I had it, ran the LA Marathon). Now coming off a boot, I have defintely had to adjust my workout routine. 1. See your doctor for limitations and LISTEN to the doctor. Not worth it to not heal correctly. 2. Swimming can also aggravate it if you are kicking - you use a…
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My afternoon snack is always a Quest bar - they have 20 or 21g of protein and are also low in sugar. They run anywhere from 160-210 calories each and are amazing!!!! Not sure about whether or not all the ingredients would work for you or not. I have one on my way to training in the afternoons - about an hour before my…
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I am always WAY over on protein! My day: egg whites (2/3 c daily) for breakfast for me, lunch will usually have 4 oz of turkey or chicken, dinner is the same but usually 5-6 oz. I have a Quest Nutrition bar most afternoons (there's about 20-21g of protein in each and they range from 160-200 calls), and may have a protein…
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I've balanced the two effectively. While running is my passion for sure, I also lift and do other core training. I don't do heavy lifting - medium weights, lots of reps to build lean muscle. I have noticed that this helps my legs get stronger which in turn helps me with my running - it's all connected! As for the weight…
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I work with a trainer (which is a luxury that I refuse to give up) who has helped me realize that strength is a good thing. I don't have boy muscles, but do have definition in my arms and my abs. I have to tell you, I get more compliments from the shape of my arms than I have EVER gotten with being thin. I eat extremely…
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IMO, your heart rate seemed high, but I agree with other posters - see if you can still breathe. When I go all out, mine will hover in the 160s. Most of my running is distance, but averages 140-165, depending on the exertion. I'm sure everyone is different depending on their resting HR to start with. Yours might just run…
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Same with me - ridiculousy high arches. I have worn Brooks (Ghost 6) before, but they started giving me blisters. Now in Asics (Kinsei 5) and Misunos (Wave Rider 17). Haven't worn the Misunos out on a long run due to an injury, but I love the support. Used to LOVE my Newtons, but my achilles can't take them any more and…
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Used to be a total non-runner until one of my friends got a group of us out and training for something. We did a lot of walk/running - 2 min/2 min intervals. I was always faster walking. I then gained weight (up to about 190 at 5'8") and gave it up. Got back into it, and found that my endurance just kept building - from 2…
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I couldn't agree more. My trainer and I connected a couple years ago. I took a break, and now am back with him since July, 2013. He is the single biggest reason that I am now at goal, stronger than I ever thought I could be (who knew I had upper body definition), and motivated to continue to stay healthy. He has truly…
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I love my Lulu pants for running! They are the best, plus there is a pocket in the back for my cell phone, which I love since I am usually out by myself. I have never had a problem with them being too sheer, but it could be the colors I choose? Not sure. I agree with someone else who said TRY THEM ON. I had no idea what…
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Yes, I do, but I am usually dragging. Always feel better afterwards. I get super bad cramps on one of the days and the stretching that comes with working out actually seems to help.
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LOL... I do the exact same thing! Yes, I know it's an overall measure. Yes, I'm striving for moderation. Yes, I know there's more to life than a number on a scale. Yes, I do it anyway. ;)
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Just booked hotel - Expedia is very, very busy right now for that weekend, that's for sure! I live close enough that I'm only staying on Saturday night and will drive home Sunday so it's not a huge deal. (At least I have Monday off of work so I can spend the day recovering!) I'm also okay with anything close - I'll look at…
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I'm in as well! Planning on a green tutu of sorts and some wings. That's as much as I've thought of so far. It will be my first Disney run, and I've only heard great things about it. I like the timing of this as opposed to the BLAZING HEAT that always seems to accompany the Disney run on Labor Day weekend.
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It will all sync with MFP when you plug it in if you have them connected. Don't freak out if you connect first thing in the morning though - lots of times it comes through with negatives! The day averages out. Pedometer seems pretty accurate, but I'm generally well over 12,000 steps a day between running and working…
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I'm 5'8" and am at 145 right now. Goal is to be able to maintain between 140-145. I generally fit into a size 2 (sometimes 4) pant at this weight and a size S top. I have weighed less, but my face tends to look gaunt if I go below 140. Thus, I'll hit the 140 mark and then just continue to tone, not lose...at least that's…
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School principal to 700 K-6th grade students. This is year 25 in education for me, which is hard to believe since I'm OBVIOUSLY still in my 20's - LOL. It's a daily challenge for me to look at the rising obesity that I see with my students (many from low income families). I have taken it on as a personal quest to stress…
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I have a bodymedia fit, and it doesn't sync to MFP. No big deal, I sync to the computer and then put in the calories myself. Works just fine. I used to wear it all the time, but now wear just for workouts. Have a Polar HRM, but I think this is more accurate to be honest. I also like using it to track my sleep - I don't…
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I'll share what happens at my school. I am a principal at a low income school in southern Californai and we serve 500-600 lunches a day. Paid or free, it's the same stuff. Our district has implemented a salad bar, so our students have the choice of mixed greens, fresh veggies (today it was cucumbers, jicama, broccoli, &…
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I am generally pretty impressed with the folks that I see. I figure if people are dumb enough to pay $$$ each month to just stand around, that's their own problem, and I don't let it get to me too much. I have found that if I ask about a machine, they either get moving on it, or step aside easily enough. That said, there…
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I'll be there in October as well - I don't know that there's any specific training. I run all the time, but generally running on the street or on a treadmill doesn't involve obstacles or zombies chasing after me. Hmmm. I'm going with old shoes. Not even remotely considering my good running shoes. We haven't discussed…
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You mention that you're starting college. Is there a gym on campus that you can access or one nearby that gives special rates for broke college students? As for veggies, I have to admit, I'm not a fan of all of them. However, I love mushrooms so I put them on everything. I have salads a lot - they're easy to transport to…
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This is similar to what I"ve been doing with my F11 - tonight, with a combo of running on treadmill for 20 minutes, followed by an intense workout with my trainer to another 25 on the treadmill, my Body Media Fit was approximately 550, while my HRM was 932. I logged the lower of the two. It also has me regularly running…
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Just finished 1/2 a squash for dinner tonight - microwaved it upside down in water for about 12-15 minutes and then drained, added spaghetti sauce and parmesean cheese. SUPER easy. However, I just came across this link (thank you Pinterest) and can't wait to try these out - they look much better than my version.…
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I always go over as a result of fruit and have still managed to lose. It's summer. I live in Southern California and drive past strawberry fields daily. Produce is all around me, and it's fantastic. My thought is this - I cannot think of a person that became fat (or stayed fat) just because they ate too much fruit. Thus, I…
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I have oatmeal pretty much most days. I put green apples (sliced) into a pot with a little water and boil them with cinnamon (it only takes about 2 minutes), put my oatmeal into the micro, and then add a touch of almond milk and the apples. I also sometimes add bananas, pecans, maple syrup, honey, or blueberries depending…
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Just saw her this past spring and she truly does look this amazing and this happy. The image may have been taken at that event in Los Angeles. Love her. <3
