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My best advice would be to quit cold turkey. I have been a smoker since high school and am in my forties now. I have quit a few times in the past for extended periods. (5 years, 3 years) I ended up going back to it each time because of some high stress event in my life like divorce. I had tried the patch, nic gum, e-cigs,…

I found reducing sugar intake to under 30grams and increasing fiber to over 30grams while sticking to a 500 calorie deficit each day works wonders. It's extremely tough to follow but really works and you see results quickly. Good luck!

I found this while reading an article this morning and remembered this post. Hope this add to the discussion. Fancy coffee drinks from trendy coffee joints often pack several hundred calories, thanks to whole milk, whipped cream, sugar, and sugary syrups. A cup of regular coffee with skim milk has just a small fraction of…

WOW!! Amazing. Your hard work shows. Congrats

I have also had a history of high triglycerides. For me it's my sugar intake. I have a goal of less than 30g of sugar per day and I try to get as much fiber as possible (over 25g). This combination has worked wonders and dropped my Triglycerides to a normal level along with my total cholesterol. It's really hard to adjust…

I guess I'm the only one that's talking to myself... :laugh:

Go to a running store and have them fit you to a shoe. Have them explain why they picked that shoe for you. Typically running shoes come in two basic variations. Neutral shoe and Support shoe. depeds on your arch and your stride. Once you know the type that best fits your foot, you can online shop or go to your local…

WOW, that is an amazing accomplishment !! I did a 60 mile ride last year for MS. This makes that ride seem like a walk in the park. Congratulations, you should be extremely proud. Keep at it.

Awesome !! I hope to do a half marathon before the year is up. Way to go!

Try your best to stay off the meds. I had a bad reaction with Crestor and Lipitor. My body just doesnt like the statins. My doc prescribed me fish oil called Lovaza. That along with a better diet and much more exercise helped lower me to normal levels. But over the holidays (Thanksgiving-New Years) I didnt do too good with…

@Bregalad5 - Your last picture. Running even with your brace on. Shows your dedication and perseverance ! Awesome !

Some suggestions 1: Stretch before and after you run. Not only your legs but your back, shoulders, and arms. 2: Run with your elbows at a 90 degree angle hands in front of you 3: Keep your head up and your shoulders back (look at the horizon, not hunched over and looking down) 4: Relax and enjoy a comfortable pace. Post…

THIS :drinker:

Because you can find a negative for pretty much any activity you want. Not certain your motivation for even doing the research and posting this information in the first place. Running marathons or competing in any number of endurance events is a major accomplishment and a tribute to their physical fitness and dedication to…

Probably the most ridiculous post I have ever read. :noway:

Situps, pullups, and a host of other exercises youcould be doing. When one part of my body is not coopeating I have found I can focus on the other parts that are. Dont let anything sideline you.

WOW !! You look great! Keep up the hard work.

WOW, talk about perfect timing for this thread. Had a painful episode this week and I finally broke down and bought this stuff. Body Glide Anti-Friction http://www.roadrunnersports.com/rrs/products/BGL02/ It came recommended so I will give it a shot.

I feel bad for the little girl, but I had to laugh when I read that her last name is .. Skidmore !! :laugh:

Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain Cereal - Cinnamon Raisin http://www.foodforlife.com/product-catalog/ezekiel-49/cereals/257C6-Whole-Grain-Flourless-Cinnamon-Raisin-Cereal Healthy, and tastes great. I add some raw almonds and unsweetened almond milk.

Your making FANTASTIC progress. I can see the difference easily. Way to go !!!!

AWESOME !!

Holy Mother of GOD !! You look amazing !!

WINNING !!

So sorry to hear about your loss. I lost my dad in May 2010 to Cancer. I have turned my life around since then. Stopped smoking, and starting eating better, lost some weight, etc. I'm sorry I waited so long to start but sometimes it takes a tragedy to wake us up to the blessing that life truly is. I have learned to fight…

John’s Healthy Sweet Potato Pie Pie Crust • 1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour • 3/4 tsp sea salt • 2 Tbs almond milk • 1/2 cup olive oil Sift flour and salt. Combine oil and milk. Combine to flour mixture. Finger mold the dough around pie pan. Bake a 375 for 10 minutes The Pie • 2 (1-1/2 lbs) sweet potatoes • 2…

GREAT !! Now I am craving ice cream :grumble: damn that looks good..... Oh, and Congrats !! You look awesome too :flowerforyou:

Inspiring !! Congratulations !!

Thanks for the feedback everyone, that's exactly why I use this forum. Your all AWESOME ! I guess I understand why they react the way they do, actually I have come to expect those reactions, but man I would love it if it was different. I appreciate everyone's feedback, and I will continue doing what I do, and sharing with…

Black Wrist Band :)