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Thank you everyone. Rianoel, my back is my biggest problem Too! I learnt the hard way that going all out does not fix anything, although I think it did speed up my diagnosis. Ive stated a walking program, on too of my normal work day. Unfortunately my work is very demanding and I can manage very little else around it…

All feel free to add me. Diagnosed 6 months ago, been suffering for years. I find pain is worse and more frequent than the fatigue, but I've gone from lifting, running and exercising and getting down to a healthy lean weight, to being my heaviest and only just managing work. I'm fortunate as I see a specialist and physio…

You need to discover what triggers it. I've gained back 20lb because my binging wasn't controlled. Due to illness I can't exercise just yet, so the over eating really showed. I had counselling and I never realised my eating was attached to emotional things. The need to eat hasn't gone away, but I'm gradually doing it less.…

I followed FODMAP. It's hard when so much veg is cut out! I used spa tone liquid for iron, gave me a boost but definitely get a blood test. With IBS the gut can be damaged and doesn't always absorb nutrients correctly. I need vitamin D and iron. Add me if you want support with IBS I am now mostly symptom free and have…

Hi, I completely understand. I have IBS and suffer horrendous cramps. Lost of the things you list as "staple" foods are bad for IBS... Garlic,soy, dairy and gluten can be triggers. Even some fruit and veg for others. Whey protein powder could be a culprit, too.I used FODMAP diet too, to find my triggers, and its amazing.…

Try Endomondo for logging runs, it seems to get GPS signal better than MapMyRun- always used to pause under clouds!!! Bit random, but if your chest feels dry out doors try chewing gum. Also- do you have allergies? I never get any at all. However, after having really dry painful lungs for many runs, I did a lot of research…

The brand "Food doctor" have seeded pitas, pretty good for protein. Try Greek yogurt. I cant have milk, but am fine with that. Also, add liquid egg whites to bulk up protein but using less eggs. Nuts, which also help good fats. Cheese snacks like baby bell. Oats with almond or soy milk. Chia seeds added to smoothies. Make…

New: first challenge goal 40 miles in August.

Chia seeds are excellent! Try them in milk, too. Also.. Age old but works for me. A banana before keeps me going steady, although I am a newby runner and mostly do up to 10-12k, I can feel the difference when I haven't had one. Good luck with your race x

Frozen yoghurt is better, and in my opinion nicer than ice cream, Try that as a substitute. I, myself have gained 8lbs back since Christmas; I've been recovering from a chronic illness.... and quite simply put- I've been eating too much and not logging it all. No excuses. Every suggestion given to you has been replied to…

I'm expecting mine to be delivered this weekend- awesome recipes! I was just wondering how it is with fruit that is bought fresh, prepared then frozen? Just thinking time saving to prepare it all in advance and use everything straight from the freezer. Thanks in advance

If you use it for any strength type activity a HRM isn't a great representation, as you don't always burn a lot during but can get an after burn that is higher. I have a Polar FT4 and I must admit my burns are much lower than machines, too. They get less as my fitness levels go up. Initially for Jillian Michaels 30 day…

You look amazing! Don't let others' negativity ruin how proud you feel with all your hard work. Sometimes people just get so used to us being bigger that they can't adjust to us being smaller. I'd only lost a little bit of weight and got all kinds of bizarre comments about how my hands are too boney now, and of course I'm…

Thanks every one, I've already took 10 minutes off my 5k Since July, so I am improving as my fitness levels go up. I definitely think doing heavy weights has helped with strength. I just really want that <30 5k! Going to stick at what I've been doing, and then make sure I'm doing intervals, hills more often.. and spin…

Omg that makes more sense! Thank god, the cross trainer machine bores me! Oh well I may just keep the plan the same - and just make sure I have 2 rest days from running! this makes me feel happy, stupid.. but happy!

Thanks! Next question- I've seen a plan that says "rest OR cross train". Which would mean only 1 rest day per week (2 Cross train, 4 running). On top of running I will also be doing lifting (splits, 2 upper, 1 lower). These will fit in on lower mileage days. Ideally I'd like 2 rest days. Does this still seem do-able as a…

Bandwagon; but yes! Bananas are usually my choice, too! And nothing nutritionally, but keeping my playlist fresh helps my running, even when I'm flagging. In fact, you remind me I need to get back on them for my 10k training. Itching for some PBs! Good luck x

These look amazing! What are people having them along side? I'm going through a massive quinoa phase, and I'm normally pretty good at meal time- however, meal ideas would be great for these!

I have an amazing App on my phone that you can select an area you want to work, then it shows you the how-to's, and I build it around that, and a basic stronglifts 5x5. Whatever I'm doing I try to get 5sets of 5 reps, with the heaviest I can manage with proper form. If you search on your phones app provider you may find…

Completely off the point; but I am 141-144 (just over 10 stone) and I am around 5"3, so firstly, hellooo buddy. I'm aiming for 20lbs more. Anyway, my off-point thing- Have you been measured for your bra? Because I am basically the same height/ weight and I've been measure at 32E, or 32DD depending on store. So.. 36 seems…

Cream eggs would be my downfall! Portion some out between your family- and label it with their names, take some into work and save yourself a portion per day for while. That's a lot of chocolate, and like others have said- if it's there in front of you it's harder to resist. Personally I'm a mindless eater, so if it was in…

Firstly I agree- decent form is better gained with lower weights, then work up to what you can manage with correct form on all your reps. This doesn't really tie in with the original question, and I'm sorry for jumping in; but my max is some-what stifled, and I have no idea the true amount I can squat. The squat rack is…

I love this thread! I must admit, if I go after work I don't take my make up off, but then I don't exactly wear a "full face". However, having to wait for access to stuff because (usually) girls are sat texting and playing with their phone, peddling half assed I may actually scream. Heels in a gym is seriously impressive…

Me!! Lift 3x week. Mixture of compounds/ isolation. Also run 1-2 times a week. Weight on scales has stalled since Jan/ lifting more seriously so I'm focusing on inches and body fat. Current maxs are fairly low but improving quickly x

Rest it to prevent further pain. Then when you feel up to it start off slowly. When I first started running my knee really got hurt. I put it down to weak muscles surrounding my knee. Focus on your running pace, as a newbie you may find your comfort zone is not much more than a walk. Over striding can really jolt the knees…

Excellent! It's so noticeable on your stomach. Also- in your expression you look much more confident now!

In for the responses. My polar Ft4 is ok in the water but the calories burned are sooo much lower than I would expect. Sometimes only 250 cals per hour!

HIIT intervals and lifting heavy weights kept exercise interesting fir me x

I tried bars once when I was out and about... not great! I've just started to bake my own protein things, cookies, loaf cakes etc using protein powder, much lower in cals for pretty decent protein intake. There is loads of recipes on here :) x

Bump, to add to my protein baking!