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Trader Joes Sprouted 7-grain bread. 60 cal per slice, 5 grams protein, 3 g fiber. I love it for avocado toast and with almond butter/preserves.
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Zenlabs C25K. I tried others and always came back to this one. It's free. You can play your own music and voice cues are not overly annoying. Take it slow, repeat a week if necessary. You have plenty of time to train for your 5K by Turkey day.
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If you are truly iron deficient and low ferritin you need separate iron pills such as ferrous sulfate or ferrous gluconate or most easily absorbed ferrous fumarate. Iron pills should not be taken with caffeine, calcium, milk products or antacids because they block absorption. They should be taken with Vit C to help…
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At home Dark Roast with 1/4 cup 1% milk and stevia. I tried almond milk and coconut milk and I can't get used to it in my coffee. I also buy more expensive coffee brands because cheap coffee is just awful. Starbucks iced Americano with milk and Stevia in afternoons. I love frappucinos in the summer but it's 1x a month kida…
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You have 3 weeks to build up to long run of 10 miles, that's twice the distance you are running now. Novice HM plans mostly peak at 10-11 miles. They say if you can run 10, you can run 13.1. It's not impossible but you are risking injury and the race will feel like hell. A 10K in 4 weeks would be a perfect step-down for…
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Starbucks daily. Mostly Americanos, sometimes a fancy seasonal drink, but they know me by name
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MFP bug, they know about it. Supposedly it will get fixed with next update
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You are running only 5Ks that's why you want to run faster and keep PR ing, because it's such a short distance. That's OK. But if your goal was to increase distance or train for a 10K or half-marathon your perspective on pace would sigificantly differ. Running for longer distance at slower speed will naturally lead to a…
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Low HR could be a sign of hypothyroidism. When diagnosed mine was in high 40s and I felt just darn awful and tired all the time. If you feel fine, I wouldn't worry. If you have any signs and symptoms of low thyroid, it's worth to check your levels with a simple blood test.
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Keep running at relaxed pace and slowly keep increasing distance. Once your endurance builds up you will be able to run a faster mile. Keep running longer to eventually run faster
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Running with a stroller is much harder so you have to set different expectations on pace and distance. It also significantly changes your running stride and body mechanics because you can't use your arms for swinging. If you have a very responsive stroller you might be able to guide it with one hand as you run and swing…
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It's been said before but a good headlamp is a must. I have Petzl Tikka 160 lumen headlamp with 3 adjustable settings. Picked it up on sale at running store and I love it. I have slap bracelets on my arms and a red blinking clip-on light on my back. Plus reflective clothes. My husband was passing me by one day in his car…
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As a beginner runner, I developed a nagging hip and opposite knee pain. It was muscle instability secondary to over-striding when running. Once I recovered from the injury I changed my form when running, significantly increasing my cadence to prevent overstriding and slightly locking onto my core when running. This has…
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^^^^This- your best running watch for under $200. I have FR 235 and I love it but it's pricier. It is my 1st running watch and I'm also a beginner runner
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I think small would be better. Depends how much you will pack into your Flipbelt, the extra weight will pull it down a bit and medium might start to slip. I bought a large and wish I got a medium, I tried to shrink it in a drier lol. Best thing is to try one on. Bed, Bath and Beyond store carry FlipBelts in different…
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I love my FR 235. My steps and calories sync no issues
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Fleece lined running tights and a headlamp. Both are awesome for cold, night running
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Coldest run to date at 18F. Did 4 miles and called it a day as my core started to get really chilly. I find running in the cold much harder than in mild temps. Maybe, it's the extra bulk or maybe muscles are hard to warm up
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I think investing in few cold weather athletic wear geared towards activities in the cold is well worth the money. I just bought a fleece-lined running tights, and a breathable but super warm and lightweight jacket. I own Smartwool long sleeve base layer shirt and socks, which are awesome. I have windproof, water resistant…
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Morning- dark roast kcup with splash of 1% milk and stevia. Afternoon- Starbucks Pike drip with 2% milk or Triple Nonfat latte or occasional flavored latte with free reward
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@5512bf @Stoshew71 and @MobyCarp thank you for the advice. The track doesn't have posted protocols. It's not super busy and often times I'm the only one there. I'll switch around my direction when possible
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Since it's now dark at 5PM, I've been running on an outdoor track because it's relatively safe and lighted. It's regular size, 1600m track from an old school that is no longer active. I have a stupid question, can you run both ways on a running track? I've seen some walkers and runners and everyone is always going…
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Happens to me everytime I run. It doesn't matter if it's hot and humid or cooler. It was happening when I was staring out with C25K and still continues when running 8 miles. I carry tissues in my Flipbelt or use arm sleeve of my shirts. Now, that the weather is cooler long sleeves are convenient for blowing my nose or…
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I love my Garmin Forerunner 235
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There has been no running for me this week as I'm recovering from knee pain/swelling. I have seen a physiotherapist and doing prescribed exercises to strengthen and balance out some of my weak leg/hip muscles. So far things look optimistic, I will do a test run tomorrow and I just might still be able to run my HM in 4…
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Mapmyrun generously overestimates calorie burn by a lot. That's one of the reasons I bought a Garmin watch with HR monitor
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HR monitor can help. Easy, conversation pace correlates to 70-80% of max HR or Zone 2. Run to hit that target HR and stay there for duration of your long run.
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I set up my goal too low for this month. I'm at 50.3 with a goal of 60. Not sure where I'll end up at the end. Long runs are getting longer and I think I need to start experimenting with fuel. Did 8.5 miles on Wednesday and I was light-headed by the end. I sure wish I didn't have to eat anything on my runs. My stomach is…
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@RespectTheKitty Wow! You have a lovely friend. Do you know which Garmin watch you will get?
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@RespectTheKitty I think I will start with 10 min/mile and over group. I'm running the Schaumburg HM 2 days later so I don't want my legs too tired. However, it would be kinda awesome to run a sub 30 min 5K.
