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Thanks - I'm in the same situation (relatively low scale weight, but high %body fat), and I needed to be reminded to do more effective strength training! I've been lifting light ...

My downfall is trying to decide what to eat. I find a few things that I like and stick to them. It just makes life so much easier, and less likely to deplete will power.

Here goes Whole30 try #2 for me! I first tried it 2 years ago. My husband suggested that we do the Whole 30 again, and I'm truthfully not sure I'm completely psyched up for it. But I want to be supportive as he's always incredibly supportive to me. I have struggled my whole life with binge eating. I've never been obese,…

When I first tried the Whole 30 2 years ago, I subscribed to their daily email. It helped me stay on track. I think it was before the book came out. I don't think I got any new info from the emails, but it certainly helped me stay focused. On the other hand, I only lasted about 18 days. I was experiencing some other health…

Glad to find this thread! I'm yet another person with Addison's Disease - diagnosed in 1999 at age of 29. I also have Hashimoto's (hypothyroid) and went through menopause in my mid-20s (premature ovarian failure). The health problem that most affects my daily life is that I've been a binge eater since adolescence. I have…

I have Addison's and was recommended a high sodium diet early after diagnosis. I didn't get to feeling "normal" until I started taking a mineral-corticoid (fludrocortisone) to help me with electrolyte balance. My sodium intake might be a little high, but I try to keep it within USDA guidelines. I think the fludro might…

I know this is an old thread, but I also have Addison's Disease. I was diagnosed back in 1999, and have had periods of time where I've done very well exercising a lot. I've even had times where I've run over 100 miles in a week, have done distance trail running, etc. I generally found that I did not need extra steroids…

I have a friend who got rid of their couch and chairs. Now they only have their kitchen table chairs (family of 5). So they either sit on the floor or stand or dance around the house ('cause of all that extra room). I type this while sitting in a comfy chair ... but would love to have the guts to try to go japanese-style…

Mel - Woot! Woot! Good job for going to your 5k and doing it! Airangel - good luck with the indoor exercise time of year. Greta - You'll get those last 2 weeks. Just keep at it. I have been doing longer walk/jogs, but not following the app anymore, at least for now. I've been really enjoying the trails and some walk/jogs…

I've been off MFP for about a week - so great to catch up with everyone! I've done a couple runs this past week and a 1.5 hour hike with some jogging yesterday. I'm ready to keep on keepin' on towards 10k goal by June!

Hey everyone - I thought I better check-in since its been a few days. I've been having some back spasms (sort of normal for me - they come and go). I've been fine walking, but have decided not to try running the past 3 days. Once my spasms subside, I'm going to get back on track with the couch-to-10k program. Maree - I…

I think we should all head to Aussie to celebrate with Deb! Well, it snowed a FOOT (30cm for Deb) over the weekend. I kept looking outside at the sideways blowing snow before cuddling back on the couch. This is the time of year where we typically get these snow storms, but everyone is ready for winter to be over. Anyhow,…

Deb - cOnGrAtUlAtIoNs!!! What a great boost! OK, now I'm definitely going to look for a race to register for. It is such a great feeling to cross that finish line. Mel - Congrats to you for sticking with this with the baby and kiddos. It was so hard for me to fit fitness in, and I only have 1 kid! Maree - I'm with you on…

Alright Mel!! That feels awesome to go above an beyond the app. So happy for you! Maree - yes, I think I'm a day or so behind you on the same app and about the same speed too. Are you committed to going for the full 10k program? If so, I'll stick with it with you. Week 8, Day 2 (30 min) is done, but Well, I had my first…

Week 8, Day 1 is done! I also did 3 short sprints afterwards. I'm going to try to incorporate more sprints and intervals after my jogs and perhaps on some off days. I've been reading about how intervals do a better job of fat burning than steady jogging... but I still want to build up my endurance with the steady, long…

psyching myself up to go for a run (at least 28 minutes for Week 8, Day 1). Its a gorgeous day and the roads have dried out for me, so should be nice. But for some reason I'm feeling laaazy. Maybe typing about running will help me ... I'll let you know!

Ran 35 minutes yesterday in lots of sloppy, squishy mud. I wore a Garmin GPS watch to see how far I went. I walked afterwards to get to 5k. It took me 42 minutes for 5k. I was kind of bummed about that since our local elementary school girls ALL completed a 5k in under 30 minutes this year (Girls on the Run program). But,…

Woohoo! Congrats Maree and Deb! I didn't run yesterday, but did a long slow uphill ski tour - nearly 3 hours of uphill (including breaks), before skiing back downhill, which took less than 20 minutes. The ski areas around me will all be closed by next weekend, and more of the dirt roads in my area are being plowed and…

I ran 25 min again today - exceeded the Week 7, Day 2 run on my app because I really felt good. But, I started to get a foot/leg cramp/twinge towards the end. Reminder to me to take the increase in running time gradually. I also just started to think about entering a race - will have to look for one. I did 3 different…

I'm Kim, I'm new and I love the sound of GBBs! I'm finding my beast mode now! I just had a great day after taking a break from logging for spring break/birthday ... and that break was a total disaster! I need to stick with this for the ENTIRE 12 weeks. My main goal is to eat healthy foods in reasonable quantities. I don't…

And just finished catching up with y'all - Deb - Good luck on April 11th! I bet you'll be ready. Its usually easier when you're running in an event. AirAngel - I absolutely REQUIRE a big fan in front of me when I run on the treadmill. TV helps a lot too. Mel - sounds like we're around the same point. I have taken 2 days…

I'm back! Yay! Thanks for hounding me AirAngel! I needed it. I forgot to post here that I was taking Spring Break/my birthday week off. And then, it turned into more than a week :grumble: But, the good news is that I jogged 25 minutes today (in a snow storm) and felt great! During my "off" week I did do a good bit of…

Very cool - I just signed up and took over my husband's Withings Pulse. I normally use a BodyMedia armband, but the Pulse will be my new buddy.

I took the day off today. Airangel - cOnGraAtS!! I'm not sure I could run 30 minutes in southern AZ right now. I'm loving my ~40deg F weather up here in the mountains. I do like your tips. I'm glad to have good scenery to keep me occupied, so I haven't been tempted to look at the time. Mel & Maree - I personally find…

Was a gorgeous day here, so I ran instead of taking the day off. Week 6, Day 1: 10min runs x 2. That first 10min felt really long, but the 2nd was mostly downhill and I easily kept going afterwards. It almost felt like cheating. I bet all of us could do the 5k at this point (with the right state of mind), but I know its…

Week 5, Day 3 done for me today. Feels good to be ready to start a new "week".

I think these longer runs are all about being in a good "headspace" - for me, the right music makes all the difference. Just in case any of you are into electronic music - here's what came on Pandora for me yesterday: If you get past those first beats, I think its got a happy inspiring beat (and I like the claps):…

I ran week 5, day 2 (run lengths: 5min, 8min, 5min). I was going uphill on the 2nd half of the 8-minute run, and was helped that there were people around. I didn't really want them to see me quit, so that helped me through it. Overall I felt pretty strong though. Hey - those of us that started 2/17 - We've made it a…

I meant to add good luck to Mel too. I'm glad my kiddo is finally old enough for me to leave him alone for a bit. I'd forgotten that was another reason for the treadmill days (though I never did get away with spending more than a few minutes on the treadmill while he was awake. Those days with young ones are LONG, but the…

Rest day for me today. I used to run/walk on a treadmill back when I lived in the heat of Tucson, AZ. I would have an fan and a window unit a/c pointed at me. I was never able to make myself get out by 5am in the summers - the only time I could handle the heat! That's a big reason I live in a very cold place now (and like…