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I prefer to run outside because it is WAY less boring than running in place and I seem to tire less , but I do run on the treadmill; 1) when it is raining outside I'd rather get some exercise in than none...; 2) I have small kids and am a single mom - can't leave them in the house alone (no I don't have a sitter @ 4am or…

^^THIS!!!^^ I LOVE MakeupGeek!

I try to run during my lunch break, as I have a hard time fitting it @ home being a single parent taking care of house & stuff. Fortunately we do have a shower, but I still come back red faced and sometimes even with wild hair and no makeup, depending on if I can fit the time in to hair spray and put makeup back on. I…

I am planning to have some plastic surgery(ies) sometime this year. I worked hard to get where I am with my weight, but I do have excess skin that, due to my age, will not "snap back" any more than it already has. So, the only way to fix it for both aesthetic and functional reasons is to have surgery.... I have been…

I weigh twice a day, morning and night. I do so just because I am curious at how the scale can change dramatically from day to day and the fact that there is almost exactly a pound difference between night and morning, consistently. So, a study of sorts... LOL I weigh at the same time of day and under the same…

South Mississippi here!

I am short so I have the opposite problem. However, I would still highly recommend consignment shopping. You can find a huge variety of brands/styles in one place. Just try on different sizes. I always find things that fit perfectly.

Yes... And as a previously tired mommy with teeny ones, I can say with confidence that the more you do to help, the less tired she will be and the more energy she will have for umm.... other things... That AND hiring a babysitter from time to time.... LOL Happy chasing!! ;o)

[/quote] I think to a degree we all struggle with self esteem issues-maybe not constantly and some maybe more than others...as a female I am at times insecure-admittedly. Thanks for the input. [/quote] I started my journey quite a bit heavier than I am now. At that time I would have told you that anyone wearing a size 6…

Fantastic work! Motivating me to improve my running....

I am a running slacker! So, I think I probably NEED some motivational friends so add me if you don't mind a slacker! :) I completed C25K but I find it difficult to get motivated to go for a run with a busy schedule (single working mom = busy @ job and @ home!)... So, could use some motivation myself and open to adding…

So, are you going to share your secrets with the class? :o)

Love this!!! I'll try anything once! :o)

I would definitely encourage you to post more "secrets" of your success on this forum for those who might not ask you for your support. I think you have done a FANTASTIC job!!!! A very inspirational story! I definitely want to know more. Just P90X or followed some P90X dietary routine religiously, FitBit/HRM, basically…

Awesome, encouraging story! Great job!!!

Awesome job! WTG!

and don't let the jump from 8 minutes to 20 minutes freak you out. You are right, the body IS amazing!!! and you CAN do the 20!!! Keep on running!

Agree with the OP... There aren't enough hours in the day to get it all done, especially if you are also a working Mom!! So, we need to stick together or collapse! :o)

Awesome! I'm still working on mastering the 5k... LOL Keep on running!

I am glad I gave up all carbonated beverages (sodas reg or diet, beer, champagne). I drink a lot more plain water and I am seeing this fruitful in my kids, which is my main reason for finally getting off my buns and changing my life in the first place! They are drinking more plain drinks... So, this was a win win change! I…

Running is not going to turn you into a stick figure. It will really work and tone your leg muscles. Trust me, I have tree trunks, and I don't even run every day! Try adding in some upper body strength training. You can do that sitting on said couch! I find that I really have to schedule in my exercise or it simply does…

Love this idea! You might also organize a clothing swap in your area. I am sure there are a lot of folks in the same boat!

Well, a whole lot of folks did a really great run/walk on Saturday!! I found out that a group of people who work where I work did the run, too! Great day was had by all!

I have really been wanting to order Insanity, but wondered if it was worth the $$. My great niece told me it would probably kill me (I'm old you know..), too, but seeing you makes me want to try it anyway! LOL WOW, your results are fantastic! Great work!

Any running is good running in my book!! :o)

Absolutely inspiring!

I did the C25K program with NO music just to get my breathing and rhythm right, but I feel ya! The right music will perk you up and you go faster and longer! I have a large playlist so I haven't gotten bored yet, but I do click to skip some songs so may have to edit it soon... Music definitely made my runs better!

Fantastic! and what a view!!!

Applause!!! Here here!

My motto is to just buy some more!!! I'd rather have the smaller girls than the booty I was sportin! bwahahaha! :laugh: