MsMartyMac

Lawton aka Ft. Sill

Different runs cost different amounts and late registration is ALWAYS more expensive. So plan ahead so you register Early Bird. For your first one I would do a 5K that is in your area so you aren't also spending extra on hotel stays. Usually local runs are in the $25 range (some more, some less). Highly publicized races…

What type of diet do you follow regularlly if you are "eating bread and cereal again" on your off week? If you eat low carb, can you adjust your setting in MFP to reflect the different levels you aim for?

Excited to be part of the group from the "get-go". I used to be very active and loved working out. About three years ago a job changed drastically changed my schedule and allowed me to make excuses for not getting to the gym. In the course of that time I have gained 20+ pounds of the 75 pounds Iost four-five years ago. I…

How did you ad the mile ticker to your profile along with the weight tracker? I am so confused.

I am in for 50 miles!! With a week off for vacation this month it will be interesting. Now to figure out how to add that tracker.

I spent years telling myself how sick and tired I was of always being overweight. Finally this is what clicked for me... "all hard work brings a profit, mere talk leads only to _______________ (fattiness). I had spent so much time talking about what I was going to do that it was time for me to do something. NO ONE ELSE WAS…

This is absolutely TRUE! Getting Started is the hardest part!!!

I call it the "rule of 1" I can pretty much have 1 anything and manage to stay on track. It's when I let peer pressure or the emotion of the moment lead me into eating more than 1 that I find myself regretting that decision. So one cookie, 1 scoop of ice cream or 1 margarita. As long as I keep myself to the rule of 1, I…

"Just keep Swimming, Just keep swimming..." Finding Nemo

I am a fellow military spouse and know exactly what you are going through. Every deployment I said I am going to lose 20lbs before he gets home and every time I failed. Several years ago I finally got serious and went from 215 to 141.5... and then he retired. I was the happiest I have ever been. I felt like I looked good…

Hey, I am 5'7" and went from 215 to 141.5. It took about a year but just keep focused on one day, one meal and each little success will add up and eventually you will look back and be amazed how far you have come. Don't get crazy, just focus on each day and remember what you do to get where you want to be, you will have to…

I don't count carbs but I do try to avoid unnecessary carbs. I don't eat pasta or rice, I don't eat sandwiches everyday, and i opt for salad, veggies, and lean meats when possible.

This is the BEST statement EVER!!! I am so grossed out by other peoples sweat on my gym equipment and don't trust the gym to provides ACTUAL disinfectant that I BRING MY OWN CONTAINER OF CLOROX WIPES! True Story! I carry a travel pack in my gym bag with me from machine to machine. My friend loves to follow me on the…

Just eat more. You need more protein after such an intense workout along with healthy carbs. Peanut butter and apple is my favorite. If you calorie need is 1200 then with the example you gave you would need to eat an additional 900 calories or so to compensate for the exercise. now you don't have to eat them all back but I…

I couldn't agree more. After losing 80 pounds in a year and a half it only took three years for about 25 of those pounds to find their way home. I didn't really focus on the "losing weight" anymore and that is what happens. I have learned that whatever I do to get where I want to be (145) I am going to have to continue to…

Just be certain you set it up correctly to interpret the information. I know when I first started using mine it was way off but that was because I had not callibrated it to my resting heartrate and stride. Needless to say I fixed that right away.

A little behind the curve.... If 12x3 is twelve sets of three reps then 5x5 must be five sets of five reps. So what is 5/3/1? Where do you download the workout on MFP? Have been a gym rat some time ago and getting back in the groove but didn't think I totally forgotten all the lingo until now.

I guess I'm a purist or a "lunatic obsessive compulsive" as My husband likes to say!!! I only count the water unless I go over the eight - 8oz glasses, then I count the crystal light and other non-caffeine, non-sugary liquids as water. I figure if my body has to filter to much stuff it probably shouldn't be counted as…

Sad to say I have my share of embarrassing gym moments... First week at the gym (about four years ago) I was attempting triceps dips on the assisted pull up machine. Like a dummy I was looking down at the floor and my arms gave out. I rode that puppy all the way to the ground nearly knocking myself unconscious when I…

I totally understand this! Being able to wear smaller sizes means more options and I am always afraid people will look at me and say "Look at her trying to dress like a teenager! Why doesn't she dress her age." With a 22 year old daughter it's great to be able to wear her clothes but may not always be "my age" appropriate.…

My best solution to the low carb question was to avoid "unnecessary" carbs. I eats lots of fruits and vegetables (5 servings a day combined), lean meats and protein and low fat dairy. I don't eat bread, rice, pasta, potatoes, or breading. Other than that I don't count the carbs. If fruit and vegis have them they must be…

I too am a runner. Hubby and I run most mornings about 3-5 miles. I did P90X last summer with a group of ladies and LOVED it. I am not one to do a workout dvd at home though so not having a group to do it with and a place to go has curtailed that effort. I have started going to the gym at my university for Body pump,…

This is my "get back to it" mantra. My son says it every time I tell him to clean his room... "I GOT THIS". I have done it before, I WILL do it again. NO ONE CAN DO IT FOR ME!! "Focus on the Activity not the result!!" In July 2007 I decided I was tired of being unhappy with my appearance and was tired of always saying "I…

Wow, that's 500 calories a day. Great week for me to get back on track. What is your best suggestion for tracking actual calories burned if I don't have a fancy heart rate monitor?

Apples!!!

You are a success!!! You have overcome one form of addiction and now YOU WILL overcome this one as well. Those of us with addictive personalities understand all too well where you are coming from and can empathize with the struggle. I too was very proud of my accomplishment at losing 85 pounds nearly four years ago. It was…

It sure feels good to post my pics on FB though...esp since some ppl who have conveniently forgotten they teased me are on my friend's list. And some of these same ppl make fun of me now b/c I eat well and work out lol. It's all good though :) Keep loving yourself! My fave quote? "Love me or hate me I'm STILL gonna shine!"…

My thoughts EXACTLY!!! Not only would he understand the struggle you had faced but he would be better able to appreciate all of the hard work and dedication it took for you to change your lifestyle and get fit.... He would have the same focus and determination if he himself had gone from fat 2 fit.

The closer you get to your goal the more you have to shave off your calorie intake. That is how I came to drink my coffee black. That and we didn't have any creamer at school that day. As a fifth grade teacher, EVERYONE wanted me to have my coffee..lol SO I made myself drink it black (It was that kind of day) and low and…