Jhensley2011 Member

I think V8 juice (the tomato kind) works best. Doesn't necessarily "cure" the problem but does make it bearable rather quickly. Give it whirl!

Set a goal, not just a timeframe. I signed up for a marathon ( a little extreme I know, you don't have to go that far though). I wasn't active when I started to train for it. Just needed something that would hold me accountable and a goal I could actually achieve. Plus, the bragging rights!!! lol I focused less on the…

Awesome. WIll do!

In other words, I need to quit being a sissy. lol Got it! Thanks :-)

I've always been more on the athletic side but running was never my thing. However, the older I got, the more the pounds crept on. In dire need of a turn around, I signed up for a marathon. Yes, not a 5k or a 10k. The whole 26.2 miles! Never thought I would "catch the bug"! I have now signed up for my 4th marathon this…

Ok. I'll just take your advice to suck it up and do the best I can. :-) Like I said, i'm determined. NO PAIN NO GAIN (or lose in my case). :-) Thanks!

I don't mean to sound like a weenie here but I'm so sore I have to take today off (It's day 3, yeah yeah I know!) Anyone have any good muscle recovery tips so I can jump back into this ASAP!!!! I've heard drinking lots of fluids and doing "light" exercise will help. Any other secrets? I'm determined to do this! My mind is…

Did the fit test yesterday (in addition to a spinning class at my local gym). Woke up SORE!!!! Did the day one workout this morning. More SORENESS! It's a "good" sore though. Means I'm doing something! Just have to keep telling myself "Don't try to keep up with Shaun T. Just do my best and keep moving. I'll get there…

Sounds good to me! I'm starting today! So excited to start something new. Start Date: 07/09/12 Projected End: 9/10/12 Following Nutrition Guide: Partially , I have my some of my own recipes that are like the nutirtion guide Starting weight: 143 Goal Weight: 115-120 GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!

Not only do you look fantastic but, just by the way you stand in the before/after pics, I can tell your confidence is growing. Congratulations on your loss and keep up the hard work!

I would lump the time together and enter it as Cleaning, vigorous effort. THat's what I do.

Thank you very much! The marathons/training are so addicting! They are so much fun! Good thing cuz I needed some motivation to get off the couch. Plus you see LOTS of other people that are in WAY BETTER shape and that's great motivation too!

thank you!

I am 5' 3 or 4. somewhere around there.

I love the 30 day shred. There are 3 different workouts depending on your fitness level. They work and are a sure good way to get in better shape and lose some lbs. I'm just bored with it.

I'm no doctor but I've been told that the part of the your brain that controls hunger also controls thirst. This is why so many people overeat...because they get the two confused. Just make sure you are drinking enough water throughout the day to compensate for your exercise. If you are still hungry, then eat and try to…

Just realized I said "bigger" person....hopefully not taken the wrong way... What I meant was even though you are irritated with her, be the mature one. Some things you just have to let roll off your back.

Case in point...the skinny jean. I can't tell you how many people wear them that shouldn't. Just because you "fit" into something doesn't mean you should sport it in public. However, be the bigger person even if she isn't. :-)

I am almost 5'4. I would LOVE to be 120-125. CW is 136.0. Struggling to get lower. I know it's not all about the number but geez. lol!

I'll usually eat a nutrigrain bar or something like it to hold me over until the workout is done. I personally can't drink alot of fluid before a workout as it just sloshes around in my stomach. The bars work for me and you can find some low calorie ones too that are really good. I usually have the Quaker Oats Chocolate…

I found the Garmin Forerunner 110 in Target for 179.99 if anyone else is looking. More than I expected to spend BUT I can't believe how much it HELPS to motivate me to get out there! Definately a good purchase. Thanks for everyone's suggestions!

You don't have to go to a gym to workout. I used to think this way also but I was missing meals with the family and good ole quality time. I have since cancelled my gym membership and use my family to get in shape. We have dance competitions on the Wii, take the dog for a long strolls, etc. Parks with hiking trails or…

I do have a droid! Great suggestion! Thanks!

Congratulations! This website has helped me too. It's a great tool to have. Now go out and reward yourself. Buy a new pair of shoes (my weakness)or a new outfit or something, cuz you deserve it! j

I think Mexican would be the better choice. You can skip the tortillas and rice. Anytime I'm craving it but dont' want to derail the diet plan, I order chicken or steak fajitas and just don't eat the tortillas that come with them. You're left with the meat, peppers, onions and cheese. Still delicious and low carb. Not to…

All my life my weight has fluctuated. I have tried MANY different kinds of "diets", pills, miracle drinks, etc. The ONLY thing I have found to work is to make an OBLIGATION to yourself (I know this sounds stupid but it works). This can either be mentally or physically. What I mean by that is you can 1) using an inner…

Good to know. Thanks for the link.

Thanks for all the helpful replies! This is exactly why I love this site! I learn more and more through fellow MFPers. I appreciate the encouraging words, support, and advice. You all are great!

Good luck to you both! You will do better than you thought you ever could just because of the excitement and anticipation of the day. I can't explain the feeling of crossing that finish line. My first thought "I did it!" My second thought "Thank goodness it's over!" lol It's a big deal. Don't let anyone, even yourself, try…

Thanks for all the responses and support! I still can't believe I did it! However, the body is still cursing at me. Jeff, Thanks for the tips on recovery. Can and will definately use it. Fteale, alot of things went into preparing for this. First of all, I am turning the big 3-0 this month and wanted to do something…