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Sorry for late response for some reason I haven't been able to get into the community for a few months. Anyway- have you ever run long distances that close together? I know some who do it and say it's not way on the body but can be done. Maybe try se long runs back to back training and see how iu feel?

Welcome and congrats on your first 1/2!! Training tips: I am assuming for a faster time? I have not used it much but have a friend who has with success: Have you tried the MAF formula? She swears by it. Nutrition: Avoiding bad foods normally I am good with this but this past week I have been eating like crap to be honest.…

I used to work thirds. Pack lunch/dinner to help combat eating out and grabbing fast food. Do you get go workout while at work? How much time Do you get and do you have time to shower after?

I wish I could have. How did it go?

Have fun! We had our 5/3 Riverbank run 25K last weekend. I will admit it depressed me not to run. But 14 more days and flat running surface here I come!! Good luck tomorrow and let us know how it goes.

Sorry I am just seeing this- how is your calf doing? Were you able to do your run?? I really wish MFP would make the community available on their app!

I have used the Gazelle Girl or local Fifth-Third Riverbank run guides

Awesome ladies. We will just check in here daily.

Why would I get photo has been removed? See above where I tested it,. Thanks

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That;s ok just check in when you can saying how it is going :-) What you are doing to curb cravings, etc.

Steel cut oats, plain greek yogurt and I add some fruit to it and sprinkle with just a little stevia. Whole grain bread with some PB on it. Or I drank a Shakeology. But those are my top breakfasts I do.

I agree on what your activity level, etc is to determine this, But most likely if it says 1600 calories you should most likely eat closer to that amount. unless you have put in activity level to high/low, etc. Anyway 2 pounds in a week is a great loss.

Workout at home. I do gym and home. There are great programs as short as 30 minutes or longer. From cardio to strength and in between. Also do you have cable? On demand usually has a fitness channel where they have some workouts you can do also. You can use resistance bands or weights for strength also.

Plauteaus are common and will occur. One thing you can do is play around with your caloric intake. Reduce it by 100 calories at a time and see if that helps. We all hit these walls.

Because it builds a long, lean strong beautiful body. You will not bulk.

Sent a friend request. I have 3 kids (5,3,2) so I can relate to being busy. But make you a priority also!

You need a combination of cardio and strength training as well as proper nutrition. Find a form of cardio you do like- biking? Walking? Zumba? Kickboxing? Something.

I think you have made the right decision- IMO to start with something a little easier and build your way up to insanity.

If you are not the active and fit to begin with I would not encourage Insanity as a first time program. Yes there are modifications but it is intense and some of the workouts are 5o+ minutes. But if you can wrap your mind around the intensity and be ok with pausing and modifying but not quitting then I would say do it. I…

Just sent friend request. I do more support through that than groups but definitely will be supportive

Hi Dusty and welcome! I sent a friend request

The goal is to to lose weight safely and effectively. Unless you were working 1:1 continuously with a nutrition expert cutting that many calories and dropping weight too fast could be harmful. By cutting back even some you're body will need to adjust to the difference. You will continue cutting calories as you lose weight…

You've got this! Feel free to add me

You will do it! Great place for support and motivation. Add me if you'd like

I like the Ezekiel or the UDI (Both in the freezer section) if I am eating bread. I will also use the smart and delcicious tortilla wraps for sandwiches, Low carb ones

We all go over at some point. But like you said lesson learned. If you eat out- opt for grilled chicken, no bun, etc. There are ways to make it a little healthier, But there are days I just want a darn burger too.

if you are hitting your ratios then you should be getting in enough protein. Unless you need to reassess those ratios. While chocolate milk can help there are many other options. I liked this article from runners world that discussed it:…

It depends on the protein drink. There are some bery low in sugar so this would not apply.