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I'm currently on an exercise/nutrition plan that has a carb-cycling phase . The 2 days with carbs (one serving) align with the strength days. The treat meal is a meal, not a day. The days I can have carbs are harder for me because I can't have fats on those days. One of my saving graces has been cauliflower fried rice.…

I prefer plain water that is room temperature. I hate ice in it. I hate to waste calories on liquid (unless it's wine!). I'd rather use the calories on food. I won't use artificial sweeteners.

When it comes to bread, rice and pasta, I have to make an extra effort to control my portions. I'll cook a single serving of pasta, make one piece of toast, etc. otherwise, I would keep eating.

I mix kale, spinach, carrots, apple, banana, orange, strawberries and blueberries. I saw it on a blender commercial.

Most plans cut out foods for a certain period, then slowly add them back. This helps to jump start your program and get rid of cravings. I do like to pay attention to balancing calories, protein, carbs, and sugar. I also want to make sure I get enough calcium and iron. By paying attention, I make better choices and avoid…

I've been using exercise videos for years and don't see them as a fad. It's what fits in my schedule. When I go to the gym, I tend to do the same circuit over and over. I like the variety and feel that I'm getting "pushed" more when following a video. I do like classes at the gyms, but again, it doesn't fit my schedule.…

Ice!!!

I'm on month 2. It doesn't get easier, but it gets better. As you find yourself getting stronger, you'll end up working yourself harder. It's really awesome. My push-ups are pitiful. Just remember that you aren't competing against the people in the video -- you are competing against yourself. During the first week, I…

I had to look up Enell because I never heard of them. There's some serious support!

I'm also 34D and got a Champion double dry (1602) at Modells. It's the best sports bra I ever had, and I just bought a second one. It hooks in the back, so it isn't a racer back. I jog and have been doing a lot of jumping with Insanity. I used to double up on bras, but I don't have to with this one.

Could it be a vitamin deficiency? I was having really achy joints and a physical showed that I was extremely low in vitamin D

I burned over 200 calories on the fit-test alone! I find it really hard, but it's only purpose is to compare to yourself at a later date. There's no pass/fail. I found that I improved with every exercise except the first, which stayed the same (I just did the 3rd fit-test at the start of month 2). I can't do the push-up…

I just started Month 2 and love it! I recommend buying it at their site (beachbody.com?). I've read a lot of reviews about getting bad cds from Amazon. It comes to about the same price (one seems cheaper but has a high shipping rate).

can you ride a bike? That may be less stress on your foot.

If it's a zombie run, it'll be fun, and I'm sure there will be lots of beginners and walkers. I like to check the website for the prior year's times to see if there are a lot slower runners that sign up (usually there are a lot in the 40-50+ minute range). Some of the smaller races, or longer races attract more serious…

Do both. You can do cardio every day. You should strength train a few times a week (more if you alternate muscle groups).

I have the Garmin Forerunner 110 which is a cheaper model. I bought it without the HRM for about $140, but later purchased the HRM. It plugs into the computer for syncing and charging, which is good. I used to have a Timex where you had to change the battery, and it would sometimes go out while on my run. I know that…

I love exercise DVDs. They especially worked for me when my kids were babies. I couldn't go to a gym or out for a run unless I had someone to watch them. I started doing videos in the morning while they were in bed. I cut out commuting time, and didn't have to worry about what I wore. At the time, I loved the Firm DVDs. I…

Phew! I was feeling really inadequate ;)

I work out first thing in the morning. I have to bite the bullet and get up early, but it's the only time of the day that is consistant. I have no excuses to miss a workout. Because I workout in the morning, I only have to take one shower a day, so it saves time. Plus, my family is asleep, so they don't see me jumping…

THis happened to me when I tried a low-carb diet. Have you changed anything with your eating? You've only been running for 4 weeks, and you run a 14:30 5k?!?

Just started week 6 of Insanity. The 2nd month increases the upper body work, so you may want to hold off. I'm really sore today (especially my butt), and don't remember being this sore in the first month.

Another C25K graduate here! You'll also want to get fitted for shoes at a running store.

It's called Anorexia Athletica. Even though you're eating the calories, you're burning them off before you get the benefits of the nutrients.

Try Eastern Mountain Sports.

I love love running in the winter, even though I detest the cold! The trick is to wear wicking fabric as your base layer. You still sweat when it's cold, and wet cotton is not good. I wear a fitted under layer that is dry-fit material (long sleeve top and pants). Fleece jacket -- sometimes 2 layers if it's below freezing.…

I'd just want him to be proportionate to me! I don't want to feel like giant, or feel like he could squash me.

My friend did one. It was very hard, and anything that came off came back on again a week later. I guess you need a plan for phase 2.

Garden Delight pasta with a little tomato sauce. Pasta is always the easiest for me, and the Ronzoni Garden Delight has a serving of veggies in it. I like it better than whole wheat.

I can see the difference, but honestly, you look beautiful in both!