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  • If you don't mind hearing from a guy, I'd like to encourage you. As others have commented, 643 calories a day is a lot, and you need to take a rest day weekly, but it is attainable. I would actually recommend dropping back to 1.5 lbs a week loss, which is much easier, but whatever you decide it will take some serious…
    in calorie burn Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • I've been doing two-a-days on my own, now in my third week. Congrats to everyone making the commitment! I salute you all! My wife thinks that I am nuts but now I can point to a whole community of others doing it, mostly gals. Thanks! My current plan is... Monday AM Trail run 3 miles, PM road bike 45 minutes Tuesday AM P90X…
    in The start of the Two-a-Day workout challenge Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • There is a new alternative to P90X, Supreme 90. It is similar to P90X but at a fraction of the cost, $19.95 + S&H. The production is not as "slick" as P90X but some who have tried it claim that the workout is just as good. I am a P90X guy but I plan to get Supreme 90 as a change up. Maybe you could get Supreme 90 and still…
    in by bye P90X, hello... Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • If you like your sunglasses you can get a retainer made for boating and use it with your current pair. I have several of them from white water rafting/kayaking and such. They come in every imaginable color and style. Some are too loose but others are designed to fit snug – they should be perfect.
    in Sunglasses for runing? Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • I had great success losing weight when eating after my morning workout, but now I understand that some of my weight loss was muscle. So now I have a small carb before working out (banana or similar) and drink lowfat chocolate milk afterwards as a recovery drink. The milk has a 4 to 1 carb to protien ratio as is recommended…
    in Eat before or after morning workout??? Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • I agree with several other posters, sounds like you need inserts. I have plantar fasciitis and can't run without inserts, but I can't afford custom made ones from my podiatrist. I use Sole Dean Karnazes and have also used Superfeet green. Both work for me but the Dean Karnazes give me a little more room in the toebox. Both…
    in My Aching Arches Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • What a beautiful area to live in. I love hiking and met my wife on the Appalachian Trail. She was a through hiker and I was on a day hike. Glad to see you taking advantage of hiking. Great exercise, great calorie burn, and great way to enjoy God's creation! I have turned into a trail runner, which I do with my two girls…
    in 10.6 Mile Hike!!! Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • A proper fitting is essential for the first pair. A good running store can set you up with what your foot needs (for pronation, suppination, etc.) and you just can't get that buying online or on your own. I bought my first pair at a quality retail store but have bought subsequent pairs online. I love Asics 2100 series…
    in Running Shoes for beginner 5k runner Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
  • New shoes are necessary! My podiatrist told me not to run in anything over six months old since the shoe cushioning deteriorates even when sitting on a shelf unused. The six month limit is personal to me since I have plantar fasciitis, but no one should run in shoes over a year old, though many do. Also, if your pain runs…
    in WHY DOES MY LEG HURT?!!! Comment by johnwhitent March 2011
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