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Unless you are en elite runner, marathons and such are for fun. Besides with several thousand people usually doing the same event, it's doubtful you come in last.

If I could eat it, I would say oatmeal! Lots of fiber and it keeps you full. Plus you can add so many great things - fruit, nuts, flaxseed. For now I usually do bacon and eggs or eggs & avocado,

GMO is genetically modified food. Genetically modified by man - meaning adding, reducing or mutating genes. GMO's are in a lot of processed foods, but there are processed foods out there with no GMOs. Processed food is food that has had so much stuff added to it or had to be purified or preserved in some way just to be…

But eating clean is not just about eating non-processed foods. It's about eating non GMO foods and responsibly raised meats. Just eating fresh fruits, veggies and meats is not clean eating. Unfortunately, GMO's have even snuck their way into organic produce so unless you are buying local organic (farmer's markets), it's…

I wasn't a daily diet soda drinker but I did like the occasional Coke Zero. I've been off any kind if soda and artificial sweeteners for just over 2 months and I've noticed a decrease in my sugary cravings.

\ Unfortunately, there probably isn't a kernel of corn on the planet (or maybe just the U.S.)that is clean. It's all GMO :grumble:

The deficit is what matters in losing weight. Eating clean is about how it makes you feel.

I consider my self a flexible, open-minded clean eater :tongue: I have rid myself of a lot of processed foods and noticed the difference in my energy levels, moods, better sleep. And yes, I do eat about 80% clean - meaning I eat responsibly raised meats, organic fruits & veggies and void GMO's. I say 80% because when I…

This! Love my airpopper. Since I eat high-fat though, I drench my popcorn in oil once it's popped :)

If you know the ingredients and you can eyeball the measurements you can just recreate the recipe under 'Foods' >>'Recipe' and it will break down the nutrients for you.

For me 'clean eating' is getting rid of not only processed foods, but eating responsibly raised meats, grass-fed beef & pork, humanely raised chickens & eggs, wild fish, everything free of antibiotics. It also means organic fruits & vegetables. In order to do this, I had to cut out cheese, yogurt, grains, gluten, legumes…

That's a lot of protein for that your body is working really hard to digest. I would say more fat and more fiber. Try a tablespoon of MCT oil or coconut oil in the a.m.

I LOVE pork rinds. I dip them in mustard :)

This. I am one who believes it's not just about how many calories you take in...it matter what you eat. I am a high fat and have never been healthier. Of course I have the occasional carb-cheat (popcorn!!) but most of the time I can keep myself in moderate ketosis with a high fast diet.

Almond milk is really easy to make yourself and much more cost effective. Also, you won't get all the processed additives and junk that are in the prepackaged almond milks. As an alternative to peanut butter, you might want to try almond butter or sunflower butter - both are much healthier options. Wholly Guacamole is a…

New here and 42! Glad I finally found all the cool kids :)

From what I have read, exercise is difficult for you at this point, which I totally get. For starters, I think you might want to invest in some really good shoes. You mentioned New Balance, which is great for some people, but not for you. I am not sure where you live, but you can usually find a store that specializes in…

I made some easy, awesome crab cakes last night. I used a 1 lb can of crab from Trader Joe's (in the cold section). http://www.grassfedgirl.com/paleo-crab-cakes-2/ You can use regular flour if you aren't gluten-free. The whole meal took about 20 minutes to make. My other go-to's are pan seared rib-eye or filet mignon. I…

Cabin in the Woods. Saw (the first one)

This. I don't eat clean for weight loss, I eat clean for the long-term health benefits.

I can't eat any of that stuff but the only thing I would consider 'junk' is the Mc Donald's meal. IMO, processed food is junk food.

Artificial sweetener is the worst. I use Stevia and Coconut milk if I drink coffee.

All of this! I eat high-fat. Eggs are another great option. I eat bacon & eggs A LOT. I make pork ribs at least once a week. I also snack on unsweetened toasted coconut flakes.

Hard boiled eggs, avocado (not low cal but great fat), tuna. Flank steak is a great inexpensive option. You can get a 1 lb. flank steak, broil it, slice it and have food for a week. I but grass-fed beef only so it's a bit more expensive, but when I didn't I always found great deals on it at the supermarket.

I am the same way with gluten, sugar, dairy & soy - all the yucky processed stuff. These are all things that were a part of my regular diet but now they aren't. I ate a piece of sourdough bread the other day and I paid for it all afternoon. One a weekend getaway a few weeks ago I accidentally had some cheese in an…

Motherhood completely changes your body. I used to be able to eat whatever I wanted and not gain weight...til I had kids!

Hey all! I have been using my UP band since January but just started using MFP about a month ago. I am having trouble with the calorie adjustment. I enter everything into MFP and rely on it to sync with UP but always end up with a negative calorie adjustment. For example I log cardio of 250 calories burned in MFP and then…

No. If you think about pulling your belly button to your spine, you aren't using your breathe to do it - you are using your muscle. Sucking it in involves holding your breath. Also, tucking your hips up can help build your core muscles. Think about pointing your hips upward towards the ceiling. I do this while standing at…

You can't fix anyone but yourself. I know it's hard when someone's behavior affects you, makes you worry, etc. But honestly there is nothing you can do, except not enable the person in any way. Also don't nag, scold or complain, don't give any unsolicited advice as it's the same as criticism (I'm pulling out all my al-anon…

Actually, here in Southern California, 2 of the largest theater chains switched to using coconut oil back in 2010.