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ME TOO!! Seriously, I cannot open the jar or else I will eat about 20 spoonful in one sitting...it's bad.

My ideas are still all processed/packaged stuff, so they've still got a lot of sodium, but I got so tired of the lean cuisine type stuff, so they're at least a little different than that...and I'm a terrible cook. Lunches: Salads w/ parmesan cheese (less calories than regular cheese), sliced almonds, and sometimes lunch…

I have 3 different pairs I run in, but they are all the same brand - Brooks. I got fitted the first couple times I bought running shoes, and they were able to put me in the "guidance" category of Brooks. I've definitely had success with them, so now I just go to the Brooks website and look in that category. I usually do…

Shoes and accessories you could wear no matter what. Ooh what about a charm bracelet - then you could get a new charm every time you hit a goal? It would be a nice reminder in the future too of how hard you worked!

New clothes/shoes/accessories?

Don't just estimate/guess what the calories are in something or you'll never lose weight - you need to actually check - things will really surprise you! That being said, Subway does have some great options! You can plan out your whole sub prior to going with all of the exact ingredients you want and know exactly how many…

I think I'm one of the few who did not do the C25K... I think I did something similar though without really realizing it. I used a treadmill and would run for a few minutes and then walk for a few minutes and repeat. Once I got more comfortable with that, I would run for longer. No matter what your approach though, the key…

I'm kind of similar, except for this first part - I was overweight 2 years ago, lost 30 lbs, putting me at 140. Then, 1 year ago I started running, and even though 140 was a healthy weight for me, I wanted to lose some of the extra body fat. So I became more active on MFP in January of this year and it really helped me…

What does "solo" mean? Are there no aid stations? It sounds awesome though! I also have no advice - but I would love to do an Ultra someday! I'm actually going to help pace someone during the Grand Mesa 100 mile Ultra this coming weekend! 2 weekends ago, I got to meet a few runners from the Hardrock 100 Mile Endurance Run…

It's all preference, but just make sure you do the same thing on race day that you do during training. I think if you eat a good, filling meal beforehand, you would probably be fine...but I tend to run in the morning and so I don't have a lot of time for that. So I usually do a Clif bar before, and then a gel or a pack of…

I'm curious about this too! I kept hearing about them and was going to buy some until I found out how expensive they are - over $40 for a pair of socks...yikes!

Thanks for the help! I honestly can't imagine taking 2+ weeks off from running at this point, but maybe right after I complete my first marathon in January. I wish there was somewhere else I wanted to get it, but there really isn't.

I'm curious about this too - I have never calculated body fat, and would definitely like to!

Great post!! Apparently I've lost an Elephant's Heart! I know Elephants are big and all, but I'm still trying to fathom that an elephants heart weighs 44 lbs...wow!

Loved your story and you look great! Congrats on your NSV!!!

I know I already commented on this post, but I had another thought. One thing I do to resist stopping at a fast food place for breakfast, is stock the freezer at work with some Breakfast Lean Pockets. I know they're not great for me (with the sodium and all), but they are better than fast food and cheaper! Sometimes it…

So, in the Summer I workout in the morning at the Gym 3 days a week (run outside the other 2), and then in the Winter, I go all 5 days... Sounds like an awesome thing. Here's the catch: There's a McDonalds located in the most convenient spot directly between the Gym and my Work...it's even on the right side of the road for…

I agree that leaving because of a different instructor is rude! As for the coming in late/leaving early - I think if it's one or the other and only by a few minutes it okay (so long as you don't disrupt the class), but if you're doing it every time - then what is the point in going? But often, especially classes in the…

SW: 170 CW: 127 GW: 125 Height - 5'-6.5" Age - 25 I did reach my goal weight in the photo above, but gained a couple pounds back while on vacation last week! Hoping it will drop off again quickly! I lost the first 30 lbs between January and May of 2011. I was motivated by my Wedding on 5.29.11, and mostly just counted…

I'm a run-aholic! I ran my first 5K just about a year ago (July 14, 2012), and have fallen in love with running because of it. I've since ran a few more 5K's, an 8K, 10K, a half marathon and a 25K trail run and am training for a 17.1 Mile Mountain Race in September and my first full Marathon in January! So I've come a LONG…

I'm a run-aholic NOW, but I lost my first 30 lbs (of 45 total) without running at all! Losing weight is much more about dieting anyways...I kept my calories under my goal and did do some exercise - primarily the elliptical, some yoga, and an Xbox Kinect game (Your Shape Fitness Evolved I think it was called - I don't have…

Well we're already friends, but new friends, so I felt like I should respond :) I'm in my 20's, have an open diary (for friends), and live on the West Coast...kind of...I can't ever figure out what Colorado is considered - it's not mid-west, and it's not west -coast, so what the heck is it?? But either way, I'm only an…

I'm still fairly new to running (been running about a year now), so I'm still (and hopefully will remain) in the "I love running" stage! However, I do have days where I'm not motivated. That's where having a tough race coming up becomes my main motivator. I signed up for a marathon in January, which was great and all,…

I used to wear them in High School. I haven't since (7 years ago). However, I just went into the Croc store at the Denver Airport while killing time and they have some VERY stylish crocs now-a-days! Like so: http://www.crocs.com/crocs-a-leigh-mini-wedge-leather/11847,default,pd.html?cid=274&cgid=women-collections-aleigh I…

Haha, I've got a B.S. in Interior Design and worked in Banking (both as a teller and Personal Banker) for my first year and a half after graduating...couldn't find any other job. Now what I'm doing is a little more related to Interior Design - I do Space Planning for a company that sells Commercial Furniture (desks, panel…

Bachelor of Science in Interior Design I kind of want to go back for Graphic Design...but I don't want to spend the money...I wish School didn't cost so much!

Just turned 25 a month ago!

Congrats on getting married! You've still got awhile, so you could definitely wait, but just know that dresses can be taken in A LOT! I was around a size 12 when I bought my wedding dress, by the time I went to get it fitted, I had dropped down to a size 6! I had it taken in twice to fit me, and no one could even tell! So…

So true!! Stupid photoshop!!! I'm the thinnest and most in-shape I've been in my entire life (at 125 lbs, 5'-6") and my stomach still isn't that flat!

You can do it! My wedding is what inspired me to lose weight - I lost 30 lbs from January to April 2011, just in time for my May 2011 wedding (and I actually had to have my dress taken in twice)! It may require some hard work and dedication, but you won't regret it one bit when your wedding day comes! Especially because…