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  • Warming up will also help. I'm a long time runner and I've learned through trial and error also. Getting good shoes was an awesome start. Runner's World has a lot of really good information about this common problem, so good job looking there. I didn't look at the video, but ice is also helpful. Ice your shins after a run…
    in Shin splints Comment by MsMojo_13 June 2015
  • Hal Higdon is the way to go. I ran my first 1/2 following his novice plan. He provides advice on walking/running which is the Jeff Galloway method and similar to the C25K plan suggested above.
    in 1/2 marathon Comment by MsMojo_13 November 2014
  • This is good advice as well. I recommend you try a running store. Normally the shoes aren't more expensive there than a sports chain, but they are an investment and will make a world of difference.
    in Is there anyone who is overweght that enjoys running outside Comment by MsMojo_13 November 2014
  • Yes, that does happen. There are anti-inflammatory foods that you can add to your diet that will help. Of course, drinking lots of water. Also, soaking your legs in ice water after an intense leg workout or run will help as well as taking an anti-inflammatory medication. I use aspirin, but Advil, Tylenol or Aleve make work…
    in Is there anyone who is overweght that enjoys running outside Comment by MsMojo_13 November 2014
  • By all means, follow your doctor's advice, however if you do run, make sure that you track your calories so that you can replace them. I'm a runner and for me, running is more about therapy than it is exercise. However, we can't fail to recognize that it is exercise and we have to account for it in our totals. I feel the…
    in Should I run still? Comment by MsMojo_13 July 2014
  • 150 g Carbs, proteins and fats are all equally important, but are not all equal. A whole grain or piece of fruit is a better quality carb than a muffin or piece of candy. I do try to stick to whole grains (the darker the better) and avoid artificially white carbs such as rice or bread. I eat unenriched whole wheat/grain or…
    in What's your carb goal? Comment by MsMojo_13 July 2014
  • No one should be ashamed of who they are, regardless of size. However, there's a difference between being confident and loving yourself and accepting that your choices may not be healthy ones. Even slender people have trouble with body image, etc., and honestly being slender doesn't necessarily mean that person is healthy.…
    in How do you feel about fat pride? Comment by MsMojo_13 May 2014
  • Veganaise - tasty, lower in fat and has zero cholesterol and non GMO
    in Substitutions for Mayonnaise Comment by MsMojo_13 May 2014
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