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I yelled (lovingly), at my 2 best girlfriends the other day, "Oh my god! Can't you guys just let me have a fat day??!!!" It's frustrating because they're bigger than me, as they should be, because they're a lot taller. I went on to explain that I am well aware of my ideal weight as a runner and the line between that and…

It takes time for your body to adjust. Give it 4-5 weeks at least. Assuming there's not a specific health reason, it's simple math. You have to burn more than you consume, and it sounds like you are making the changes needed to do that. Don't get discouraged, and soon you'll be surprised how fast it starts going,... then…

I don't know the extent of your workouts, but I am a distance runner and have an active job as well, and when I'm running 30 miles a week pretty consistently, for example, my periods get lighter. I've read up on it. If they stop, that's dangerous and unhealthy, but with EXTREME exercise, as long as you're healthy, and…

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Eat right and exercise. It's the only diet you will ever need.

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Thanks for all your advice! With "rest" weeks every 3rd week, I should be able to hit 20 by late this month, and then can play with that distance, and add some more (22, or 24 if I feel up to it) with plenty of time to recover, all the way through October (The race is Nov 8th). I really would feel better getting comfy with…

I don't think I even have intense cravings anymore, except for once of twice, but I'm legitimately hungrier...like, with pangs. I'm a runner, so I need extra carbs during this time. I just try to avoid the scale. I swear one day I woke up 3 lbs heavier than when I went to bed. I don't think the laws of physics apply to…

I try not to eat all of them back, but I do eat some back, within reason. I firmly believe that if you're hungry, you need to eat. Munchies and cravings are one thing, a rumbling stomach is a different thing entirely. If I run 10 miles, I don't need an extra 1000 calories. I'm not sure I could do that if I tried. I'm not…

I'm the same way. I'm too OCD to go by time. I've tried, but I can't stop at 6 if I can go 6.2, or 12.8 if I can go 13.1... But different strokes for different folks.

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I fluctuate, and I accept that, to a point. But now when I get to where I may need to lose 5-6 lbs, again, I remember where I came from, and my vow to never be there again. I am also a distance runner, so I sign up for a new race or challenge when I feel myself losing disipline. I have read from many pros who say that…

5'2 and favorite weight is 110 (111, 113 is usually good enough). It varies so much though from person to person. I think 130 sounds great if you feel good there. From where you started, that is a huge difference, and I think a reasonable goal. You can always adjust your goal later. Congrats on on the near 30 you've…

I have, and have always had, a tiny waist.

It takes several weeks for your body to adjust to a knew program. Don't give up! If you have an off day, don't freak out and beat yourself up, because then you just get upset and want to eat for comfort. Look at what you've done for the week on average. Are you at a deficit for the week? 5 days out of 7? Great! Focus on…

^^Both great responses. I also eat back some, but not all, and also make sure I average a deficit over several days. For example, sometimes after a long run my appetite is non existant and I eat way too little, and the next day I have to eat everything in sight. But the day after I'll be back to normal, etc. My basic rule…

By the way, as for my profile pic, mid swing while swinging a pick axe is a great angle to create the illusion of having a flat tummy (that pic is an anomale).

^^^This is great. I will quote you. Thanks for all you comments! I am really interested on people's perspectives. I also like to think a small belly is a side effect of having other awesome curves, like my backside, a.k.a. my best side. lol. For the record, I DO have nice abs! But like I said, some are obscured by that…

I also think it's a fad, but I do think it reinforces a lot of good form techniques, so it doesn't really hurt unless you make it your religion. As a comparison, I think Galloway has some good points, but some of them seem asinine to me. It's about research and what works for you. It's trial and error, but good form is…

I really liked Chi Running, an think the most important thing about it is focusing on your form. But you have to get past the pretentiousness of the author, as you do with almost every running method book, and not assume it's the ultimate authority on running. I am no spectacular runner but I am pretty injury free, and…

Just realized the race is tomorrow and nothing I say helps. Lol. Good luck and have fun!

Agreed. You might avoid strength training too, at least in the legs, till after your race and recovery. You already have all the strength you're going to have by then.

I just saw that you are currently rotating. Sorry I overlooked that. I also have a pair of Asics Gels. They are more cushioned than others and I use them frequently for recovery or mild injury. They are bulkier than others though, so I race or do speed work or technical footing in different shoes, if that gives you an idea.

I also believe in a variety. I have different shoes I use for different runs and surfaces and stages of soreness. Definitely rotate though, even if you are rotating 2 of the same model. They need to decompress. I won't tell you my current shoe count ;)

I play rest days by ear. Sometimes I'll go 2 weeks without one, or only run 2 miles on a "rest" day. I have found, now that I'm used to high mileage, that if I am unable to run for a couple of days and then run again, I am more excited about it than normal and often have a really great run. Some use rest days to avoid burn…

Me too, and it's rarely the flattering way of being hit on. It frequently involves cat calling or "hollering" at me when I'm minding my own business, in innapropriate places, like the line at the gas station, not when mingleing in a social setting. Disrespectful, much like someone hitting on you in front of your hubby.…

Cool. Thanks for that insight. The repetition is something that makes me hesitant, but there are plenty of mountains and trails I wouldn't mind hanging out on all day.

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Broke my half marathon PR by 19 minutes yesterday. WHAT???!!! 2:12:10. Do the math. My previous wasn't hard to beat, but I was shooting for 10 minutes tops, truly expecting at least 5. And the best part is how freaking great I felt throughout the race. And no walking this time, unless you count water stations, which I…