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Hey Angie! Good to see you here on the Marathon board.

2:04? That's for a half-marathon, yes, not a marathon? Because 2:04 is close to world record time for 26.2 miles :).

You have a solid mileage foundation, that's for sure! Good thing you're mixing in speedwork and tempo. What's your marathon in April? I'm doing Big Sur at the end of that month.

i agree with the eggs -- you need some protein to make you feel full.

I used to eat oatmeal and toast, but I was starving within a couple of hours. So I eat an egg-white and turkey breakfast wrap for breakfast most days now. It keeps me going! The ingredients: 4 Tbs liquid egg whites (33 cals) 1 slice Kraft American fat-free cheese (25 cals) 3 slices of Oscar Meyer deli turkey or ham (30…

I also drink a whey protein shake if I find I'm a bit low on protein, not necessarily after a workout.

Hi, I'm 42, live in Southern California, and using MFP to eat healthier and lose 7-10 pounds. Technically, I'm already at a healthy weight, but to get to "race weight" --- I am racing the Big Sur International Marathon in April -- I want to lose 7-10 pounds. I've always been fairly thin, but as I've gotten older, I found…

I think to really track other folks' progress, you have to "friend" them.

I completely agree. New research has shown (New York Times last week) that weighing oneself daily really does help you keep your weight down. It gives you a daily kick in the pants!

Yes, I drink whey protein mixed with milk and a few ice cubes after my workouts, as well as a snack in prep for a workout of 1 hr or less. After my long runs of 10 miles or more, I drink Muscle Milk -- TONS of protein.

That is SO TRUE.

I'm a pianist -- mostly classical and some jazz.

Forgot to add that I drink Muscle Milk within 30 minutes of my long runs. After another hour or so, I eat a meal with healthy protein carbs and fats. e.g. seared salmon with teriyaki sauce, basmati rice, and sauteed veggies.

I suggest protein and some carbs, especially after endurance training like training runs of 10 miles or longer. Your muscles will thank you if you drink/eat carbs within 90 minutes of a hard workout such as this.

I ran 10 miles today. 900 calories.

My 10-mile run today was tough -- I don't recommend running with a hangover! ;) But at least I got it done.

@ld40: Congrats on the 5K time! @Believe_2012: Re exercise -- having a goal like a race keeps one motivated to keep running/going to the gym.

I know, right?! Totally counter intuitive, but I love that it works and I love being able to eat more so I don't bonk in the middle of my training runs!

I'm a tad under 5'2 and I'm trying to get to 103-105. I am 110 pounds right now. Very small boned. Yes, I'm at a healthy weight, but I'm trying to get into race shape, which is about 5 pounds less than I weigh now.

I agree with everyone here. You need to eat clean and increase calorie intake. Also do try to exercise more -- even walking an extra 15-20 minutes a day in the morning helps! I have increased my calorie intake and have eaten more frequently and healthily to account for my exercise, and I have lost 1.5 lbs in the last week…

@scjp926 and @ESMN: To lose more pounds, increase cardio intensity and duration! I'm 5'2" and weigh 110. Trying to get to marathon-race weight (about 5 pounds to go).

SocraticS: Happy (early) Birthday! I love hearing everyone's stories. Keep 'em coming. I did second boot camp session this morning. Lots of free weights, crunches/pushups, and tons of running up and down the stadium stairs in the Rose Bowl. Great workout. I hope I can keep this up!

Also, if your husband thinks you're too hardcore, he can do something easier. For example, my husband bicycled next to me while I I did my 6-mile run last night.

As you know, you can be thin AND unhealthy. So kudos for you for trying to get him off the couch! Women already live longer than men, so I might say something, like, "Hey, bud, I want you to stick around for awhile" :) I agree that he has to want to do it -- but as an incentive, how about starting slowly and offering a…

@hewhoiscd: Do you ever do boot camp? I'm a runner and I found the only way I will get my strength training in is if I do boot camp twice a week. Which I just started again.

Hi folks: In my early 40's and trying to get to race weight (running a marathon in the spring). I was never technically overweight, but I know what weight feels right to me -- and that's about 5-7 pounds less than I weigh now (which is 110 pounds). Also trying to eat more healthily so I can maintain energy for my…

Lucyhoneychurch -- I love the "Room With a View" reference! Love your story -- what do you to maintain your weight?

I've had it for a few weeks and I really like it. My Fitbit is a good reminder to get me moving in the middle of the day, when I'm on my computer at work.

You deserve a better guy than this one. Cut your ties. Unfriend him. Block him from texting or calling you. And don't call him. He's a waste of time and energy.

Ran 6 miles at 6 a.m. That makes 33 miles so far this month. On another note: My run tracker disappeared, and so did everyone else's! I wonder what's going on.