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The nice thing is that my abs are at least starting to show grooves (which I've NEVER had before) now I just need to get my weight back down and I'll be all set! Thanks everyone for your advise. While I'm getting older (who isn't) I'm only 31 so I'm not quite sure it's "middle aged spread"... but maybe. I'm not really…

Rybo - That was definitely my first thought. I tried it on two different floors in my place and got the same measurement (within .5ish lbs) and then my husband stepped on it too. He said it's on par with the gym when he weighs there too.

For the sake of other people at the gym who will be using the same equipment as you, NO!

where are your entries? There is stuff entered for today but nothing before that??

can I ask why you moved to London? I have always wanted to more to another country but don't really know how... what did you do for a job? how did you get a work visa?

I'm sorry I have read this three times and still don't know what exactly you are asking??

It sounds more intimidating than it really is... it's only 6 miles. No big deal, go for it!

ohhh and I forgot to add, you said your 26 and your metabolism is slowing down. I'm a year older too.

Sorry but I'm hypoglycemic too and that is not what you should be eating! Protein is what you need for your condition otherwise with the cereal you are setting yourself up for a 10:00am crash that will leave you feeling like ****. I have been dealing with the same things you are and I find a way to eat healthy (and lost…

holy crap!!!!!! I want to do it so badly that I'm thinking of driving to Indianapolis or Baltimore to do it (i'm in Madison WI)

I was going to wait but if I did it would have been less than 2 weeks but by doing it Monday it was 2weeks and 2 days notice...

Thanks everyone, I just needed to make sure I wasn't way off here. She made me feel like crap last night and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. Thanks!!

I had awful shin splints when I started running, and after seeing a doctor and then a specialist I finally was helped out by someone at the running store who suggested compression sleeves. They are kinda weird but they worked great. I wore them for a while when I ran (and sometimes at night to heal my legs). I wore them…

When passing some random guy in the mall, he stopped me and told me "Your style rocks". It was awesome!

Unfortunately the tummy is frequently the last place you lose it... Keep going and it will all work out.

I'm going through the same thing right now. I have been "maintaining" for about 4 months. I looked at what MFP suggested for me to eat calorie wise, but I thought it was a bit much so I raised by calories gradually and have happily landed at about 1500 a day. This allows me to have a couple of pig days and then still not…

remember, tomorrow is another day. Don't worry too much, it's not that big of a deal. :)

I have seen far too many treads about how someones food diaries are not good enough/wrong/not accurate/full of junk etc. I'm sorry but mind your own business! Mine remains PRIVATE and I'm past my goal weight (while eating a doughnut or two :laugh: )

last ones all the way!!

Just posted this article for someone else this AM.... http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-242-304-311-8402-0,00.html I'm starting to see what PatientBear was talking about....

I'm sorry but your statement is very deceiving. You should do your research before saying blanket statements like this. See artical attached: http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-242-304-311-8402-0,00.html "In fact, I had read years ago that fast walking burns more calories than running at the same speed. Now was…

I'm 5'6" 131 and am a 4-2 depending on store (gap, levis, American Eagle=2; Jcrew, anthropologie=4) When I started I was 170 and a size 10-12

I have been running for 2 years now and I have always been told that you should run toe heel.... but my body just won't do it. I personally run only on the balls of my feet. DO NOT run heel toe, you will be "heel striking" which will mess up your knees, hips, back and is terrible for your joints. Hope this helps

I had something similar happen to me when I started. Your body might be using up much of what you are eating, which leaves little waste left to pass. Eventually your body works itself out but it's wasn't anything for me to worry about. Maybe that is what is happening to you. PS it too about a month or two to work out

The first time I lost a lot of "weight" the scale didn't move.... but I went from a size 10 to a size 6. Have you taken your measurements?

you could just have MFP do the math for you. Everyone is different based on exercise levels, height, current weight, and goals.

I was looking at the same thing. MOST of your calories in a day are coming from very unhealthy places. Fast foods, pizza, ice creams (even skinny cows) brownies, etc. These things are not helping maters at all. By limiting these, you will be doing your body a favor and helping yourself reach your goal. Also, Are you being…

no! It's quite expensive. I do suggest having your stride analyzed. This will tell you if you pronate, supinate, or if you are a neutral runner (which will directly effect your knees) . Most high end running stores do this for free when you are looking for shoes. I've just done it a few times to see if my Supination has…

Me too!

I use the rule of thumb of only 10% or less of your groceries should come from the middle of the store (pre packaged foods, frozen foods, etc.) By shopping mostly in the produce, meat and dairy department you are not only cutting calories but also salt, fats, and preservatives. It works wonders!!!