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I've run 30 marathons....and the best advice I got before I ever ran a step---the first mile is always the hardest. I say, leave the music at home. Find a nice shady park and walk a few steps, run a few steps, walk a few, run a few. Each day add a little more running. If running is for you, you will soon love it. You can…

Sending you a ton of Good luck! I wanted to suggest you try water running or walking--you can use an aqua vest to hold you aloft or simply walk the laps in the pool. It is great exercise with no pressure on the joints---and then when you lose some weight--you will be ready to walk on soft grass or a level track. Also…

Oh I had to laugh and almost cry----I was a teacher for a long time. The first year almost killed me--so many baked goodies! My tip----run them into the teacher's room and then don't go back for the rest of the day! At the holidays I would wrap everything and take it to the homeless--my best way to do this, approach a…

It is sad to see the scale go up---but keep running. You like it and it sounds like you found a nice group to run with. Give it some time and give yourself some love for getting out there and trying. Let us know in a month--I bet those tears will have turned to smiles because running will be your friend in this lifestyle…

Hey Jake, I a m for real and try to post my honest thoughts here. I'm glad if you find that it is food causing you problems and get rid of that food. Good luck!

Please get some help now. Consider therapy! Meditation! Something... Seriously my friend, you could do someone serious harm. Good luck!

Wow--I made these this morning from your recipe using almond flour. I added a little bacon and onion......they are so tasty! One tip, I was too inpatient to let the cream cheese soften--I don't suggest this. Thanks!

HI, Let us know what you find out. My cholesterol soared after 3 months eating High Fat/Low carb----the first time in my life that it has been high and/or a problem. My doctor suggested whatever I'm doing I stop......now I'm trying to just eat high vegetable fat [olive oil]....but am confused and nervous about it but still…

For real support check out the low carb groups---the general board is not very supportive of low carb. I have had great luck with organic, low carb. It took me a long time to get over the fat thing---but I have had tremendous health and weight results with eating higher, healthy fats. Experiment and see what works for you.…

Cut carbs. Try 16/8 fasting for yourself before dismissing it. Be open-minded. Find an exercise you love. Love yourself!

Are you a woman, over 50? Welcome to my world! The good news is that when it is very cold--I am my own personal heater. Again, if you are a woman over 50 I suggest these supplements: primrose oil and Phase II. If you are a guy or younger woman---get yourself to the doctor and let them figure it out. Good luck!

Yes, like Chia Pet----this is the seed that grows that grass "hair." Travel: I take cheese slices, walnuts on the plane. I try to stay places where I can cook or at least have a fridge for all the same foods I eat at home. Good luck!

Hi, I appreciate your response but want to clarify some things... for the past 2 months I have been eating more fat than protein and low carb [under 20]. I ate coconut oil, butter and other healthy fats. I ate chicken thighs, bacon and other fatty, grass-fed meats and goat cheeses. I did quite a bit of research on this…

Hi, I've been experimenting with this too and getting good results. It seems pretty easy to do--I don't feel hungry at all.

Just call me a special little snowflake too!

Hi, Please join our 5:2 Diet---it is great, supportive and filled with ideas. On the main site you will get a lot of guff over this choice. I've had great luck with this way of eating, am very athletic and find this easy to do and supports my goals. Good luck!

What a hoot---I mean, all my running friends are so envious of my tidy little chest because I can run without pain or bouncing and fit into running bras without getting into a major contortion.......I love my build, perfect for running--- but to each her own!

I love the fresh air, clear thinking, creative ideas, the birds flying in a V over my head, the mountains snowy in the distance, the ice breaking on the reservoir---the freedom of moving on my own.

Just one idea, sometimes we eat lots of carbs to swallow whatever sorrows we suffer from---when you stop comfort eating those emotions show up and demand attention......this may not apply to you, but it does for a lot of emotional eaters [who mostly eat carbs]. How can you deal with those blues---face your problems and…

I love it! Why not try it? I think each person has to find the style of eating [for life] that works for him/her. Good luck! By the way, there are some wonderful MFP groups dedicated to 5:2.

BRAVO! Great story and amazing photos!

Here's my go-to meal for dining out--no matter the type of place. I order a big salad with a chicken breast and cheese on top. It is satisfying. For me, that's just me, when I eat pasta I gain weight--so I don't--and I don't miss it. Good luck.

I am a serious athlete and eat low carb, high protein and high fat---it works well for me. For after swimming, I bring a little baggie of pumpkin seeds, pecans and walnuts [about 3 carbs], or some slices of cheese, or a healthy turkey jerky stick. Good luck.

First, be gentle with yourself----preemie twins and 3 other kids---that's a lot to juggle. Here is what I did to cut my lifelong sugar cravings to zero---this worked for me, there will be people on this list who trash the idea---but I tried it out of desperation. Maybe it will work, maybe it won't---but you have nothing to…

YES---they are worth it. I usually pay around $100 but I look for sales everywhere and have found my Asics $20-30 off all kinds of amazing place including Amazon, Zappos, REI and all the sports stores at the end of year [I don't mind if my model is last year's]. Running in poor shoes or shoes not made for running is not…

Hi, I cut out most added sugars and feel 100% better---I've tried this before [chocolate is my downfall] and couldn't do it---but I did it this time in conjunction with cutting grains [all breads for starters] and starchy vegies [like potatoes] and that seemed to help. Just one idea-- Good luck!

You can do it! I too was a good athlete---a runner--and gained some weight after an illness that didn't allow me to run [or barely walk]. I'm running slowly now, building up. I lift very light weights. I ride the stationary bike daily for 45 minutes. I will never be able to run as fast or far as I once did---but I feel…

Hi, Please take any suggestions from Running Stores with a huge grain of salt---some just want to push a shoe, sell a shoe or are so attached to a favorite that they can't think beyond them. Some running stores are better than others. I suggest Asics cushioned shoes. Get running shoes, not shoes made for anything else.…

I drink it all morning. I like: Yogi Tahitian Vanilla Hazelnut, Yogi Classic Indian Spice, Yogi Green Tea Blueberry and Celestial Seasons--Sweet Harvest Pumpkin and Gingerbread Spice [both of these are only available this time of the year and often on sale right now] Sometimes I add just a smidgen of almond milk or [big…

Do you breastfeed? No judgement, but it helps drop the weight and is great for the baby.....