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If you set MFP to lose 1 pound a week, you *already have a 500 calorie/day deficit built in.* So if you did no exercise, you'd lose a pound a week. If you do exercise, you can eat back all those calories and still lose a pound a week. If you are set for a 250 calorie deficit, then it sounds like you are set up for a 1/2…
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^This is good advice! I've been boxing for 6 months and love it. The biggest misconception I had was that boxing was more upper body (I run a lot so I was looking for something to complement the lower body) -- in fact, boxing is at least as much about your legs and core as it is about your arms. A class that is more…
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Whoa... guys... you are complaining about strangers who took time out of their day to give you words of encouragement? To me this is one of the best things about races. I appreciate that support more than I can articulate in words.
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Congrats on signing up for your first 5k! Ideally you have been training, either all running or run/walk -- so this should give you a good idea of when you will finish, then you should figure that the excitement of actually running up to a finish line will knock some time off. You will surprise yourself at how fast you can…
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Agree with all the comments on adding distance. I trained for a half marathon primarily so I could bring down my 5k time. Took 4 minutes off it -- felt prouder of that than of running 13 miles!!
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Hal Higdon has good training plans. I used his Novice 2 for my first half marathon (and am currently using it again for my 2nd half, after a summer running hiatus :).
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Google "Hal Higdon training plans." No trainer necessary. Good luck! :)
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THIS! I do this for cleaning/tidying up around the house, which I hate with a passion but it isn't so bad for 5 minutes (and in fact I usually keep going). Think of it this way: you didn't gain weight (or a messy house) overnight, so don't feel like you have to fix it overnight. Another idea, which has been mentioned in…
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I think you are doing great - slow and steady wins the race. Just keep on keeping on and you'll get there. Don't get hung up on hitting a certain number by a certain date, but it seems you are losing consistently. So don't give up! :) I do agree that it's important to log log log - this includes weekends, just so you are…
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They don't really sell different sizes other than kids vs adults. The ones I mentioned are "ladies" gloves but I'm not sure that means anything other than that they're pink :) All gloves close with velcro or laces so they "fit" your hand regardless, plus it's the wraps that really support your hand snugly. The main…
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I use Everlast 12 oz training gloves and Mexican style (slightly stretchy with spandex, not 100% cotton) hand wraps - get the 180", not 108". Boxing is indeed an incredible workout, but please make sure you get instruction on how to properly punch so you are using your whole body and not just your arms and so you don't…
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Next time please cite your source instead of passing off others' work as if it were your own. The OP's post comes from http://weightloss.com.au/articles/healthy-diets/potassium-and-weight-loss.html.
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A long time ago, a friend of mine replaced "can't" with "won't" and I have remembered that ever since. It puts things in a whole different perspective. *You* control how you spend your time.
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It's good sauteed - the stem and the leaves should be separated and the stem bits cooked longer b/c it takes longer to soften than the leaves. I second using it in lasagna... so good! Also delicious sauteed with some zucchini/black beans/corn/bell peppers/whatever you like, then rolled in corn tortillas to make enchiladas.
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Not sure what you are looking for -- other than an attitude adjustment, there is no magic wand that can remove all of the obstacles you can see in your way. You simply need to put in the work. You're going to need to train for more than an hour at a time as you add mileage. Find a training plan (e.g., Hal Higdon) and stick…
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This exact thing happened to me just last week! The car was about 2 inches from running me over. I gave his car a good smack with my hand and he stopped and rolled down his window and I started yelling "what the F*** is your problem, you didn't even look, I was already IN THE CROSSWALK" and he just kept saying "Excuse me,…
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Not to be all doom and gloom, but honestly your bigger concern as a runner is injury, getting hit by a car, or attacked by a dog, not random violence. Don't wear headphones, keep an ID on you (try RoadID.com), follow traffic laws, be visible (with your clothing and your actions), and just be aware of your surroundings.
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I got the 110 after much research (dcrainmaker is a great site!!). The lap vs instant pace was something that I wrestled with when deciding which model to buy. Ultimately, no GPS watch is ever perfect, so "instant" pace is never going to be spot on. And after you've been running a while (as in months, not each run), you…
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I find myself eating more meat, too -- especially red meat. (Not that I eat a lot of it, but still more than before.) It just seems the most efficient way to get a ton of protein and particularly iron in one shot.
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Maybe try roasting some veggies... if you roast them really well, their natural sweetness comes out. The first time I had roast cauliflower I couldn't freaking believe how delicious it was. Carrots are also amazing roasted. Zucchini. I could go on and on :) Or maybe try some different fruits that really don't require extra…
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Try this: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/05/09/the-scientific-7-minute-workout "The Scientific 7-Minute Workout" A good routine if you don't have much time or equipment.
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Check out the Nike Training Club app -- it has a bunch of workouts, some require minimal equipment but some require none. It also has still photos and videos showing how to do the various exercises, and you can sync your own playlist to it. Not to sound like a shill for Nike, but it's a really great app that's free but I'd…
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I think the problem is that you've posted variations of this same question for several months now and don't seem to be listening to the very good advice that people are giving you. Eat more. Please.
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I just want to say, rule #34!! There is nothing like being cheered on by total strangers, so pay it forward and do the same for others after you finish. Most of my races had lots of people cheering, but at my last 5k people only seemed to cheer for their loved ones -- kind of sad, really -- so after I finished, I went to…
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Wow... I've read through all of these pages and am wondering if I am the only female runner on here who is far more concerned about getting hit by a car than about getting attacked? Statistically, I think vehicle vs pedestrian happens far, far more often than getting physically attacked/abducted/etc while out running or…
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Almond milk is lower in calories but still provides other nutrients. Even though I don't dislike the taste of almond milk, I mix it half and half with skim milk in my morning cereal so it still tastes like cow milk.
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Love it! Thanks!
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It is absolutely mental more than physical. Here's what's helped me: 1) Run slower. 2) I used Hal Higdon's training plans to get to my first half marathon a couple of weeks ago, and I could barely run a mile a year ago. 3) When I'm on the treadmill (aka dreadmill), I listen to music and figure out roughly how many songs I…
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Mmmm I LOVE Ethiopian food! I used to live in DC, which has lots of Ethiopian restaurants, and everywhere I went, I found that I always liked the vegetarian dishes better than those with meat, some of which were also difficult to eat without making a complete mess of yourself (like chicken drumsticks). Enjoy!!
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Have you talked to the financial aid office at your school? They should have a good idea of the various resources available for someone in your situation.
