rjyoung

I'm not saying that all new things are bad just because they are new. However, I do think that we should be wary of named "diets" like this. What happens on day 18 of the "17-Day Diet"? Yes, My Fitness Pal was new once, but it isn't a diet or even a program. It's just a tool to help you track what you are eating and how…

"New things" usually aren't worth your time...just stick to the "old things" like counting calories and exercising, and you'll lose weight and feel great!

I started running with about 100 lbs to lose! You can definitely do it! I used the C25K program...it is fantastic; I highly recommend it! And it is so motivating how I keep getting faster as I lose weight! I just keep thinking how great running is going to feel when I finally get rid of all this extra weight! Good luck to…

Agreed!!!

Map My Run is great! No more having to drive my routes to see how far they are! Haha!

Thanks for sharing! I've already done c25k and c210k, and now I'm going to check out Gorilla Workout and 8 Minute Abs!

I love it! It's great for all levels because you can adjust your intesity as you go. I burned almost 930 calories last night in 45 minutes!

I would measure out a dry portion, cook it, and see how much it is cooked. That way you'll know for sure.

You can't go by what others say for a running shoe because all of our feet are so different. Your best bet is to go to a store that specializes in running shoes and get someone who knows what they are doing to fit you. It's a good idea to take your current worn-out shoes in, too, so they can see how you wore them.

You're not eating enough. Your body is going into starvation mode. It seems weird, but you need to eat more to lose weight!

ooh...the graham crackers and whipped cream idea sounds delicious!!!! I will have to try it!

I didn't see any bread on your list. I know most breads are not good for you, but I LOVE the sandwhich thins...Arnold and Pepperidge Farm makes them. There's probably some other brands, too, depending on where you are in the country. They are like really thin hamburger buns. They are 100 calories per bun. I like to spread…

I will join you on the 30 Day Shred! I have also started it several times, but keep not following through! I have completed C25K...it's such a great program!! I'm now working on the Bridge to 10K, and a friend is trying to convince me to do a 5 mile race with her next weekend. We'll see about that!!!

Sounds like you might have shin splints. There are stretches you can do to help. You can probably find some online. I had this problem when I started running. Keep going. As your muscles get stronger, it should go away. Icing the inside of your shins after running can also help a little. I love C25K, by the way. When I…