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I love that quote. Thank you!

Eat when your body feels like eating. Your body has a cycle that is unique to everyone else. Our dinner's usually about 730-8pm. I go to the gym at around 930pm+. I previously showed up at the gym earlier but the New Year's Resolution crowd is in town so all machines are occupied until 9pm. Like accountant_boi, I always…

Hunger is normal. You need to respond to your body's need for food. Eat. :) However, to help you feel fuller longer with substantial vs. empty carbs, try to eat protein-rich foods if you can. If not available, go for fresh fruits like an apple or banana. Whole wheat toast with hummus? NF yogurt? Congratulations on your…

Someone posted a similar topic today. I am a fan of Greek yogurt as well. I prefer the Fage total 0% nonfat plain yogurt because you have more freedom to add your stuff. I like adding trail mix (lots of nuts and dried fruits), fresh fruits or eat it plain with a sheet of graham crackers. I bookend my days eating yogurt for…

Good analysis. My sentiments as well.

I have not perused a lot of food diaries to come up with good data points but from what I see in my own diary, I average 3 fruits a day, cook my own dinners using ingredients close to the source and organic and at least 1 bowl of fresh veggie salad everyday. The most processed food I consume are dairy products just because…

Ditto on music. I find that I run better, at pace and on point when I listen to music. I also listen to music when I'm doing laps using a waterproof case for the nano and waterproof headphones inside the swim cap. My swim music is a little slower than my run music beat-wise. Having said that, I find myself checking out the…

I consume 8 to 10 ounces of yogurt daily. I am a fan of Fage 0% nonfat plain yogurt. Yes, I agree that the nonfat plain flavor is an acquired taste but if you think about it, it's an empty canvas for you to customize. :) I eat mine with trail mix mixed in (mostly nuts and dried fruits), fresh fruits or honey graham…

I don't do it for the week but I do it for the next day and it works wonders for me psychologically. For example, if I put down that I will have a banana and yogurt then I will most likely bring a banana and yogurt from home. Also, if I know that we will be going out to dinner the following day then I can plan to balance…

I don't do it for the week but I do it for the next day and it works wonders for me psychologically. For example, if I put down that I will have a banana and yogurt then I will most likely bring a banana and yogurt from home. Also, if I know that we will be going out to dinner the following day then I can plan to balance…

I got into running 4 years back. I had to do the same soulsearching you are doing right now. I currently run 3x a week - 2x at 5k and 1x at 7k+. 1) sports bra What worked for me was the Nike Dri-Fit line. The best sports bra out there is the bra that arrests the movement. Top of the line sports bras will do that. But there…

I'm fortunate enough to work for a company that provides organic fruits in the lunch/break room. I try to snag apples and bananas before they are gone. I try to bring the following from home for my snacking items at the desk: boiled egg tuna (from can, packed in water) rice cakes with hummus cottage cheese (lowfat) nonfat…

Funny. I get irritated/cranky if I don't have my requisite small snacks every 2-3 hours. Here are my "goto" snacks: raw broccoli/cauliflower/carrots and hummus rice cake and hummus or masala/lentil dip blue diamonds almonds with dark chocolate laughing cow cheese wedges cottage cheese (lowfat) fage nonfat plain yogurt with…

I had Mirena implanted right after giving birth to my son. I had one side effect - my menstrual period has stopped. I physically know when I am about to hit the cycle but I don't have Aunt Flo visiting anymore. I swim, bike and run so I totally love the freedom of not having to wear a mattress in between my legs. I do…

Yep. I second that. You can read more on interval training. http://www.suite101.com/content/running-for-weight-loss-a258718

I highly recommend spinning since it's lower impact than running. I also teach the class so I have a motivation to recommend it. :) re: butt hurting Your bum will be sore after a couple of classes or so just because it's not a regular motion you do in your daily life, unless you ride outside regularly. As an initial…

I second the "seeking second opinion" and aquatics exercises suggestions. You mentioned that you are not a strong swimmer. You don't have to be in aqua classes as long as you stay within the comfortable depth, 4 feet or less. Having said that, I also get tweaked knees during runs. I've supplemented with alternating swim…

First, congratulations on the weight loss. Way to go! Second, it's not that you are putting little on your plate. It's that they are putting too much on theirs. So if they are taking it out on you, it's because they are probably projecting their insecurities on you. To quote the great Albus Dumbledore: t takes a great deal…

I watch sodium like a hawk. I find that I retain water more if I eat sodium-rich foods and weight loss grinds to a halt 1 day later. I drink 2 - 3 glasses more of water when the numbers are high. I deliberately go over my protein and calcium, mainly from low-fat, high-protein dairy products like nonfat Greek yogurt. Here's…

Asallen7 made good points. Ixnay on sodium. Water, water, water and make sure you are eating at least 1200 cals. a day. Here's Jillian Michaels' take on the plateau. http://coaches.aol.com/diet/feature/_a/busting-through-a-weight-loss-plateau/20070515121109990001

I can't comment on the asthma part but what worked for me was going slower AND longer. Working towards a longer and higher weekly mileage will enhance your blood vessels’ O2 carrying ability. Running at a steadier but slower pace increases blood hemoglobin concentration which is the key to not running out of breath when…

Small???? You look great! Your cheeks are definitely smaller and your chin is more defined. Thanks for posting!

I think your intake of 10-12 glasses a day is great. Good for you! Although I make sure that I get at least 8 glasses a day, I usually go over regularly depending on 2 things: 1) workout - I tend to drink during the actual workout and about 2-3 glasses immediately after the workout. 2) food - I try to compensate for…

So many choices but here are my "goto"s that are usually available in the pantry or fridge: tuna salmon nonfat plain yogurt. I'm a fan of Fage lowfat/nonfat cottage cheese almond and soy milk nuts egg white chicken breast I need to add more beans into my diet. :)

You look GREAT! Thanks for sharing.

You go, girl! Let us know how the meeting turns out.

I pack the fridge with 6oz. individual containers of Fage nonfat plain yogurt and Knudsen to go lowfat cottage cheese. I grab 'em on my way out and eat them as I get settled at work. That and some fruit usually get me to a good start on weekdays. :)

I'm the same way. I have to eat 15-30 minutes before a workout. I limit to about 100 calories or thereabouts like a banana or a bar but I have to eat. There was one time that I just hydrated prior to workout with no food. I ran for about 5 miles. At around 5.2 mile mark, I started feeling lightheaded and my hands felt…

unagi, uni, toro, oyster and quail egg shots and any sashimi platter. yummy!

5 miles/hour = 12 minute mile. Wow, you guys are FAST walkers because that's a run/jog pace for me.