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I saw that someone wrote to slow down, and it's true. Even if you think it can't be possible, just try it for a little bit. Otherwise, you would get discouraged. Also, what helped me with my breathing; singing out loud (you don't have yell, but singing along softly to a song). I don't know why or how, but it works with me.…

A friend had an abundance of beets last Fall and she made this Chocolate-Beet cake. SOOOO good! http://www.davidlebovitz.com/2011/11/moist-chocolate-beet-cake-recipe-nigel-slater/

Agreed! Take it slow is the best way to go; I just pulled a groin muscle trying to be a hero and increase my running time. BIG mistake. also, stretch and warm-ups are a must. I have learned my lesson.

Yes! I can't run without music, I'm miserable without it. I've always listened to hip-hop/rap while running, but for some reason, I feel that I run longer and better breathing listening to country. It's so weird to me, but it works. Pistol Annies FTW!

You're good! Just head to the gym and get re-energized. I know how you feel, the husband and I hit a Chinese Food buffett, definitely went over my calories. But, now, it's in the past; I'm heading for a run after work and focus on my day.

Cheese, bread and butter. I still eat these, but not like I used to.

Yup! It's a sad existence! I made Brioche this week and it takes all sort of will power not to eat the whole loaf with a stick of sweet cream butter. Oof.

Try this blog! http://simple-nourished-living.com/2012/01/skinny-low-fat-chocolate-cake-recipes/ They look very tasty and good luck.

Also, you can make serving, put it a ziploc bag and drop it in your purse. I like to measure out a serving of dry oatmeal, 1/2 tblspoon of Maple sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of salt. Add 1/2 of a banana and you are good to go!

Yes! Canadian Bacon...I made myself an egg white omlette with veggies and once slice of Canadian bacon. I was expecting the Canadian bacon to be 60 calories per slice; it was actually 20 calories PER slice. Three slices is a serving size, which totals to 60. I was pretty happy about that.

Go to www.eatingwell.com, they have many recipes that can ease you into a vegetarian diet and if you still crave meat, they have those as well. I also like that they have the nutritional info for their recipes!

Brioche, and Red Hen Bakery Multi-Grain Bread....

Yes! I can barely get past Level 2 exactly for this reason! It hurts soo bad...

I re-started 30DS yesterday; I haven't been able to move past level two, so I'm hoping this time I can make it all the way through...I lose motivation so quickly :(

Awesome!!! Thanks for posting, I just started Level 2 Day1 yesterday and it was a killer. I'm currently also taking part in c25K program; I find that doing 30DS really helps my running, so I'm glad I'm doing both together...

Awesome pics! Please make sure to post pics when you complete the program...You are looking good and thanks for the inspiration...

I've been living in Vermont for 13 years, currently live in Central Vermont....Always looking for motivation!

I love mixing frozen fruit with fat free Greek yogurt, vanilla extract and 2 TBLS of maple syrup. Instant, guilt-free, frozen yogurt....

When I get tempted with such foods, I just look at before and after pictures here on MFP. It's amazing how that can strengthen your resolve....

The hubs and I completed our first session from level 1, it was a smoker! If anyone would like to add me as a friend for motivation, please feel free to add me!

That is my ideal weight, I'm 5'2 and half, currently 125ish, you look amazing! Thanks for posting

What she said.

No, I guess if you are scrambling eggs or frying people use PAM or some other cooking spray...

I've had the same issue on my rest days. I find that eating vegetables to stay full works great; egg whites and yogurt help as well. I don't get as hungry if I incorporate them in my diet, especially for breakfast and snacks. So, for breakfast I would make scrambled egg whites, topped with salsa and an english muffin. For…

Why don't you poach the eggs instead? You are not using oil and can cook it which ever way you like, hard or soft. During my weekend brunches I like to place my poached eggs on dry toast and a side salad.