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Wow, that's great!!! Keep it up, and don't get discouraged! Your weight loss will slow down, but just remember that if you're being active you will be gaining muscle. This will affect the results you see on the scale, so focus also on how clothing fits you, and how much energy you have. I have gained and lost a lot with…
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HA thanks @pansamanchada for being my pal as well! It's nice to know that someone is spying on me, to keep me accountable.... LOL! Also, @Becky_44 is right, now I have the third lowest goal!! Plus, that just means we are beginners... it also means that we have no excuse to not meet those goals, and raise them for March!!…
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@snha I grew up with pippi, and was always inspired by her strength and tenacity! Sounds like you've got a good kid :smile: @DCKgirl03 holy cold, talk about dedication! @skippygirlsmom That's a good tip, dressing for ten degrees warmer!! Some of the stores around here are having weekend sales, so I'm going to do a little…
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@DCKgirl03 Good luck to you!! Wow, I feel a lot less intimidated by my measly Michigan winter, if you're trekking it in Saskatchewan!
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I have problems with my knees if I don't spend a day in between each run doing some cross-training. For me, this is spin and weight lifting. Also, I get pain in the same place if I use a treadmill, so if using the elliptical make sure the settings are right for your stride - or if you can, run outside. Running outside…
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Thank you for the advice!!! @Virkati I haven't looked online, but I will do that. I am a brand new runner, so I haven't really thought about when/how to purchase gear. We have a number of sportswear stores around here, I'll definitely start stalking them, hehe! @7lenny7 I think the rash was likely because I had tucked some…
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Thank you for the encouragement, and welcome!! I am excited to be on this journey :) :p @7lenny7 That snow sounds intense! Our winters (Michigan) can be quite similar, can I ask if you use a certain type of shoe for running, or a type of sock? I have been using my same old gear but with a shell coat, wool gloves, double…
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Hi everyone! My name is Lizz, and I'm a brand new runner! I attended a running camp last fall before going on vacation. I really enjoyed it, and loved the sociability of having a group doing the same activity. After my vacation, there was snow on the ground and my group disbanded. I have found it incredibly hard to stay…
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Hi everyone!! I'm brand new and a couple days late - hope that's ok! I'm setting my goal at 25 miles. I'm a brand new runner, who just started in October and stopped when the snow hit the ground. I have never run more than 3 miles in a week - so this will be a good way to get motivated!! I think it's time for me to invest…
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I would love more buddies, and would love to offer what motivation I can!
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I am also from the mitten!! I could definitely use some support and motivation, and am excited to offer the same to others!!
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I hope it's not too late to join!! I would love to lose 15 by Easter, and then another 10 by my wedding anniversary (June 28)!! I would love some serious accountability so please feel free to shoot me a friend request, my diary is open. SW 175 CW 172 GW (Easter) 160 GW (Anniversary) 150
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Up until about two months ago, I was working one full time job and a part time evening/weekend job. I never had time to exercise, and wanted nothing more than to go home and flop into bed (I also immediately put on something comfy the moment I walk through the door). Also, I totally understand having a spouse who needs to…
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My fat girl care package would be: A pair of vibram toe shoes Some osteo-biflex (seems like a good idea) A hammock One of those dog leash waist bands (so I don't have to hold the leash while jogging) A new and stylish rain jacket! Silly things, but fun for rewards!
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I don't know if this is too late, but I am doing low carb, then regular fat. I don't want anything but my carbs, my sodium and my fiber (which I try to eat as much of as possible while keeping my net carbs below 20) and have seen amazing results. You should pick up the Atkins - New Diet Revolution book. I read it cover to…
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(I have done the bad thing and not read the entire thread before posting) I heard a very interesting bit of information about diet pills this morning on the radio. These pills that pump chemicals into your body on average only help you lose about 3% more than diet and exercise alone. 3% of 100 is 3 and 3% of 200 is 6. This…
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I suspect my mother and grandmother have it but are undiagnosed, as well as my twin sister. Both my mother and grandmother had A LOT of trouble conceiving until.... SURPRISE!!! PCOS is something that doctors often used to diagnose things that looks kind of like it but they haven't seen before. I don't have cysts on my…
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Black bean burgers are GREAT!! They are a yummy way to get protein without getting all the grease and fat from regular burgers. Here is a basic recipe from Happy Herbivore, one of my favorite bloggers: Ingredients 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed 2 tbsp ketchup 1 tbsp yellow mustard 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion…
