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I look at similar dishes in the database from chain restaurants and use one of those, or add my best guess on the ingredients separately.

Generally, beginners should not run on consecutive days. Your body needs time to adjust to the new activity. You don't necessarily have to rest on non-running days, though. If you don't want to go to the gym, ride a bike, go for a walk, do a body-weight circuit at the park, etc.

Yes, there are some 6-week 10k training plans out there. You can do the Jillian Michaels workouts on non-running days--though a good rule of thumb is at least one rest day each week.

I love my FT7! I lost my chest strap so have been without it for a while -- I got the replacement today and can't wait to use my HRM again!

Compression gear will keep the jiggles in check so you can focus on your workout. You can always wear something looser over them if you don't like the look of them on their own.

Recently I'm really really liking this tuna and white bean salad: http://budgetbytes.blogspot.com/2012/10/tuna-white-bean-salad-188-recipe-063.html INGREDIENTS 1 (15 oz.) can white beans 1 (5 oz.) can chunk light tuna in water 2 whole green onion 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1 Tbsp olive oil to taste salt & pepper STEP 1: Pour the…

Another benefit of going into a coma is the liquid diet! No eating to worry about!

Maybe try a coma?

I have found training for races to be incredibly motivating, and more rewarding, than by setting weight goals alone. Losing 5 lbs is cool, but doesn't compare to running 5 miles for the first time! My advice would be to find a training plan to get you running a 5k -- I think you can accomplish this goal much sooner than…

Yes, it's possible, and completely normal.

Thanks for all the input and reassurance! Now I have to pick which race :bigsmile:

I'm using Jeff Galloway's training plan, which is actually 13 weeks. However, it's one of the few plans I found that gets you running the 10k distance a few weeks before the race--week 8 ends with a 6 mile run (easily stretched to 6.2). I think you could tweak it to fit your schedule.

I'm on week 9 of Jeff Galloway's 10k training plan, which has me running 3 days/week (2 for time, 1 for distance) and cross-trainining 3 days. I have one month left before my first 10k and feel pretty confident already.

You need a Neckline Slimmer. I saw it on TV, so I know it works.

The only way I can use cardio machines is some type of interval workout, adjusting speed and/or incline/resistance. But really, I prefer to do my cardio outdoors. If you don't like your routine, it's past time to switch it up! For headphones, I use Skullcandy (this model:…

Don't be scared! There will be all types of people there. Some will run, some will walk, some will do both. Depending on the event, there may be dogs and/or baby strollers on the course. Crossing the finish line is an accomplishment, no matter how long it may take.

I used to eat one every day for lunch and lost a good amount of weight doing that. They kept me away from the drive-thru and taught me I could be satisfied on smaller portions than I was used to. Eventually I realized I could make them myself, with better ingredients--more veggies, whole wheat pasta, etc. So for me, they…

The last couple of days I've toasted some nice whole wheat bakery bread and topped that with mashed avocado, sprinkled with lemon juice, salt, cracked black pepper, and crushed red pepper. So freaking good.

Depends on your goals. For general fitness, going for time is fine -- eventually you will cover more miles.

Honestly, 1/4" difference could just be user error (different tension in the tape, measuring at a slightly different spot, etc).

Add more vegetables! Throw some broccoli, spinach, peppers, etc into your egg whites at breakfast. Put extra in your salads and on your sandwiches and wraps. Dip them in your Greek yogurt at snack time. This will add volume, fiber, and great nutrients to your meals, but not increase the calories much.

I've lost 10.6 lbs since January 17th with running as my main form of exercise. I'm training for my first 10k and run 3x/week. I cross-train 3x/week, alternating between things like Pilates, strength training, swimming, and spinning.

I guess that depends what time the work day starts. Probably not, though.

I typically have leftovers of some sort for lunch. I'm only cooking for two, but I generally make enough to have at least one or two portions left over, and those go in the fridge or freezer. Today my lunch was leftover red lentil dal. Yesterday it was leftover tuna & white bean salad. Both of those are very lost cost per…

I love work out gear, but refuse to spend a lot of money on items that I am hoping will not fit me in a few months--especially when there are plenty of more affordable options. I have a good amount of Champion from Target and Old Navy Active. I also have some Nike and Adidas in rotation, as well as GapFit, but I never pay…

As someone else said, don't worry about your speed at this point--go as slowly as you need. If you stick with it, you will get faster eventually. Also, don't be afraid to repeat weeks as needed!

My favorite are Dr Praeger's California Veggie Burgers, which I buy at Trader Joe's but have seen at other grocery stores. They're low-calorie and don't have any weird ingredients. http://www.drpraegers.com/California-Veggie-Burgers-P127.aspx Sometimes I like to make my own--this is a good recipe (don't have the macros, I…

M - cross-training day; Pilates class, weights, or rowing T - training run (for time) W - cross-training day; spinning class T - training run (for time) F - cross-training day; swimming and/or weights S - rest day S - training run (for distance) I'm currently training for my first 10k. After the 10k, I'll start tri…

Dried beans and lentils are dirt cheap.

Bump...I need to start looking for a bike as well.