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  • You still have 6 weeks until race day! I would say still run your 4 miles without walking. On your long runs don't walk unless you really feel like you need to. If you want to set a pattern or something after the first 4 miles walk 2 minutes after every mile completed. I'll be doing my 7th half in October. I know it's hard…
    in Is my 1/2 marathon training doomed? Comment by Briana_RN May 2015
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    in Low calorie spreads/toast toppers? Comment by Briana_RN March 2014
  • I like to bring raw veggies and hummus to dip them in. Some days I bring half a turkey sandwich on whole grain bread with spinach. Greek yogurt and fresh fruit it also a good option for a snack. I eat small meals throughout the day rather than three larger meals. Previous posters have also mentioned bringing left overs…
    in Lunch ideas Comment by Briana_RN March 2014
  • My first suggestion would be a big glass of ice water with fresh lemon slices. Drink the whole thing before you even eat breakfast and it will wake you up without any jitters. Another option is green tea. You could do that hot or iced with lemon and or just plain. Personally I have my coffee almost every morning. For me…
    in Coffee Alternatives Comment by Briana_RN September 2013
  • To OP: I don't eat fast food often but here are my healthier favorites: Breakfast: Starbucks Reduced Fat Turkey Bacon Sandwich - 320 cal (fat 7g, sodium 700mg, carbs 43g, fiber 3g, sugar 6g, protein 18g) (or) Starbucks blueberry oatmeal (with all toppings - blueberries, nuts, agave nectar) - 340 cal Lunch: Starbucks Zesty…
    in Fast Food Meal Builder Comment by Briana_RN May 2013
  • I agree that you could work running in with your resistance training days. I would recommend running on the same days that you do upper body focused resistance training. On the days that you do lower body resistance training you could find some other kind of cardio or skip it. However, if you are an experience runner, then…
    in why do I feel I must do Cardio? Comment by Briana_RN May 2013
  • I log in every day so feel free to add me. I'm always looking for fitness buddies!
    in new here! I need fitness buddies! Comment by Briana_RN May 2013
  • Hi there, I have been eating clean since January of this year. Basically I cut out as many processed foods as I can, white sugar, white flour, extra salt...etc. I also stopped drinking sugary Starbucks drinks. By doing this and exercising I've lost 27lbs since January! I use my crock pot quite a bit. For example: Salsa…
    in Clean Eating Recipes Comment by Briana_RN May 2013
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