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Congrats. That is a finish time to be proud of!

I've only completed one full, but I've done quite a few half marathons. A couple of light weeks are definitely in order for me. This is really a "listen to your body" kind of thing for me. I pushed really hard on my last half and achieved a PR. I was VERY sore for several days. I took a slow jog/walk the next day just to…

I use mountain bike clipless pedals on my road bike. Real road pedals would be more efficient, but I like the face that I can ride somewhere and get off the bike and walk around in the shoes. Road shoes aren't so easy due to the shape of the sole. The model I'm using is Speedplay's Frog. I really like them. They are easy…

I have a desk job also. It is difficult to hit 10k steps unless I go out and run a few miles. I don't always make it, but I try to do some exercise most days of the week. A crossfit gym close to me has a sign in the window that says "Somebody who is busier than you is in here right now!" I chuckle every time I see it. They…

@aelphabawest - How did it go??

Could you do it? Maybe. Should you do it? Not yet. Sounds like you have done a 6 mile run a couple of times and you want to jump to over twice that distance. Your risk of injury will be a lot higher than it needs to be. I speak from experience. I'd done a full marathon and several half marathons spread over a few years. I…

I'm not a big fan of the pasta dinner the night before a race. It just hasn't worked well for me in the past. Seems that putting down a bunch of carbs with an acidic tomato sauce late in the evening sometimes gives me a rocky belly in the morning. Don't want to be standing at the starting line with a rumbling belly. I'd…

Salmon. Tri-tip roasts. Bananas. Sweet kale salad (love that). Brussel sprouts. Romaine lettuce. Asparagus. Frozen chicken. Apples. Coffee. I love the hummus, tortilla chips, and cowboy caviar but I'm steering clear of those these days. Those are so good that I just can't stop eating them.

I only count races as PRs. Training is just training. It is a benchmark to compare other training, but not a PR. I don't keep up with my training times that closely. I look at the general trend of pace. My outside pace is impacted by crossing lights, weaving around walkers, etc.

Our kids probably aren't as picky as some. Sure hit - pasta with meat sauce. Kids get standard spaghetti noodles. Mom and Dad have spaghetti squash instead. Another staple in our house is some variation of baked chicken, starch, and a veggie. Chicken variations - baked with and topped with bruschetta & mozzarella, salsa &…

If you are actually going running with it, definitely get one that has the fixed front wheel. If you are going to just walk with it, then that may be less important. The bigger the wheels, the easier it will be to push and roll over things. The only downside to the big wheels is that they are harder to put in a car, if…

If you are gasping, then you're heart rate is too high. You need to slow down. Go with what is comfortable. Don't overthink it. I believe that I inhale and exhale using BOTH my nose and mouth.

All good advice above. The idea is to build up a system of items that you can mix & match as needed. For tights, shorts, and gloves, I usually stick to black or grey colors so they mix easily. As mentioned above, I like brighter colors for jackets and shirts. Adding a pair of calf compression sleeves (or compression socks)…

I bought new dress pants. As a later reward, I had the waist taken in.

StrongLifts is the one I'm using also. I like it because it is simple and efficient. Plus the phone app helps me keep up with where I am in the program. I can do the workout in 30-45 minutes right now, but that is gradually increasing. That increases as you reach higher weights because you need more warm up and need to…

The last few weeks of marathon training are tough. Fatigue takes a toll as you push the long runs further and aren't allowing your body time to fully recover. I've had a similar experience with getting sick the week before a race. Your training is complete at this point. The last taper runs are less important than rest…

That has been my experience as well. However... the the OP is doing 60-70% carbs. That seems high to me. If you're staying within your calories, then it seems certain that you are falling far short of the protein goal. Try dialing the carbs back to a lower amount, like 40-50%. See how that goes for a few weeks.

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step! If you think the treadmill is a good option. Go for it. It will get your heart rate up and start building some of the right muscles. If you want to run outside later, you can take that on whenever you feel comfortable. When the day arrives that you want to go…

I used to travel long distance frequently. I put on weight when I was doing it. Jet lag may be an issue, but it is just one of the many ingredients in the dastardly cocktail for long distance travelers. Off the top of my head, I can think of many other factors: * Stress of travel. * Eating in airports and airplanes - often…

Yes, I have been logging every day for 124 days. I try to be completely honest with my log. I don't believe I've ever forgotten an entire meal. However, I've probably missed a few snacks or drinks along the way. I keep logging food and exercise because it is working. I see the evidence. Logging food motivates me to…

The MFP smartphone app is ideal for this kind of situation. I use it all the time. I would have a much harder time keeping up with what I'm eating otherwise. You probably don't want to log food during a party, but you can usually find a quiet moment to catch up a couple of times a day.

^^ Great explanation. Personally - I eat most (and sometimes all) of the exercise calories back. Each day I try to come in under the goal, but not by very much. A lot of my exercise has been running and that burns a lot of calories. My body needs proper fuel in order to have the energy to do that. Before a really long run…

Like a lot of us (especially other men), I am not very flexible. To be honest, I was really intimidated by yoga. I had this mental image that the classes would be full of hyper-fit contortionists that knew a secret language who would laugh at my fat butt trying to follow along. I haven't only been taking yoga for about 4…

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I used to run only. In fact, it is still my preferred exercise. I experienced a calf injury earlier this year while training for a half marathon. According to the physical therapist, one of the contributing factors was lack of flexibility. She recommended that consistent stretching and some yoga poses would help.…

You should to work up to swimming without stopping. Here is a good plan for a 3x per week swim training schedule: ruthkazez.com/SwimWorkouts/ZeroTo1mile.html

Wow. My hat is off to you for having the guts to train and try it. I also respect that you being open about having taken a shot and not succeeded the first time out. Some good lessons there. I really like your point about how "one lapse of judgment can set off a chain reaction of race-killers." You nailed it. I've never…

I think it would be fine assuming that you've been doing these walks for a while. I've had days where I ran 3-5 miles and did yoga on the same day.

My first 5k was six years ago. I finished in 37:26 (12:03 per mile). My second 5k was worse. It was a crazy hilly course and blistering hot weather. I finished it in 40:00 even. I did about one per month for the next 5 months. 5 months later, I ran 28:31 (9:04 per mile) in a 5k. Did my first race in 3 years this past…

Not much you can do to improve your fitness level in just a few days. Walking a little bit wouldn't hurt. Don't think I'd suggest trying 3 miles several times, but a shorter walk a couple of times might help loosen you up a little. If you have concerns about the hike, please be honest with him about it. Might be a little…