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Hello everyone, I'm Valentina. I'm a runner, happy wife, college professor, and a little bit of a nerd :blushing: I ran a full marathon once, numerous 5k and 10k, and right now I just run because...well, pasta.. And pizza, and mashed potatoes :bigsmile: I'm excited to join a like-minded group of people and complete my…

September goal = 130 miles Sept. 1st = 8 miles Miles to go = 122 Happy Labor Day! :drinker:

I'll shoot for 130 miles. :smile:

You look amazing!!! Congratulations on your success :drinker:

My ticker should reveal my profession :smile: Feel free to add me, always nice to chat with STEM peeps :bigsmile:

Bump for later. Thanks!

RunKeeper. If you install it, friend me there as well :) Just send me a message on mfp, ill tell ya my nickname

I live in Frederick, about 40 minutes outside of DC. Not exactly in the area :wink: but I visit DC often. If you are into running, there are tons of races around. Baltimore, Annapolis, DC, Columbia, Towson - all have various fun events. Feel free to add me, and welcome! :drinker:

5 runs a week, each roughly 1 hour = 5 hours 2 BodyPump sessions a week = 2 hours 2-3 strength training sessions, 40-ish minutes each = 2 hours So around 9 hours total. I dont count the daily walks with my dog, thats just being a part of "active lifestyle" P.S. On vacation this week, will cut the workout time in half…

Running outside does the trick for me. Somehow it does not get boring. I change my routes often, I enjoy the nature around me, and time flies so quickly. Don't remember last time I ran on a treadmill.

Lets see...I'm a mathematics professor. I take online statistics classes.. for fun. I play video games, watch fantasy, and can name each NFL teams starting quarterback. There is more nerdiness but I don't feel comfortable disclosing them all :bigsmile: Nerd FR are welcomed :drinker:

I tried on my white size 4 summer shorts, and they fit. Ladies, you know what white short fitting well means :happy:

For your viewing pleasure :bigsmile: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QQYK5vT9TBI

9 miles run. Bring it, pizza party! :drinker:

When I lived in Texas, I would finish my run by 7am... Now we've established that's not an option for you :tongue: so, I'd wait till the temperature cools off before going for a run. I have noticed that I always have a better, faster, longer, more enjoyable run with lower temperature, but some people are indifferent to…

Specialty running shoes store. Get properly fitted shoes + non-cotton socks. The link below will give you an idea about prices http://www.runnersworld.com/shoe-guide/summer-2014 Good luck with your race preparation! :flowerforyou:

Stunning! You go girl! :flowerforyou:

Wow this is incredible! Congratulations on your amazing success!!!

I run 5-6 days a week and I just eat whenever I'm hungry, but always end up with a calorie deficit, so it just depends on an individual I guess. I think if you are training for a race, you should listen to your body and fuel it properly. Maintainance is probably not a bad idea for now. Good luck with your race!

I live in Frederick MD, but visit DC often. Anyone feel free to add me :)

Plank can be done anywhere. The OP asked for 3 exercises at the gym. At least that's how I saw it.

60 minutes of BodyPump. Maybe an easy run later.

Squats, dead lifts, bench press. Not very original, but can you blame me? :tongue:

Most definitely not absurd. I run long distance, and used to lose 2-3 toenails every 6 months or so, until someone recommended getting a size bigger shoes. My pumps are 7.5-8, my long run brooks are 9, and my feet are blister free with a beautifully pedicured natural toenails :bigsmile:

"Run Fatboy Run" is not a bad movie, although it got mediocre reviews. I thought is was cute :tongue:

I teach at a 2 year college, and during my first school year gained around 12 pounds. All that free food every other day :angry: I'm off during this summer and successfully lost that weight plus a little more, but a bit concerned about not being able to keep it off once school starts in august. Feel fee to add me,…

You are gorgeous! Keep up the good work :flowerforyou:

Hello Rachael, I am a running enthusiast (as my name might suggest :bigsmile: ). I live in the states, never been to UK, unless you count Heathrow airport. Feel fee to add me and ask me any questions related to running, food, or whatever. Cheers! :drinker:

Handsome. Nice smile!

Ok with support, like sarcasm, love intelligence, and prefer long runs on a beach :) Hit me up if you'd like :drinker: