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Popping is caused by an imbalance between the middle ear and the outer ear. Holding your breath, flying, swimming, any changes in pressure will cause this. When I breath poorly during a run, this will happen. And it'll pop in and out for a while. Try rectifying your breathing. While volume can damage your hearing over…

Keep walking, they are retaining water. Walking 5 or 6 miles 3 or 4 times a week could hardly be summed up as overtraining. The human body's most natural movement is walking. It's just not something you are used to.

My training for HM: M, Th: Short runs, anywhere between 3-4 miles. T: Speedwork on the track. Sat: Long run, usually anywhere between 9-12 miles. I eat normally all week, but will eat a bit more on Friday. Now I do exercise other days of the week and sometimes I have to rearrange my training schedule. I fly from New York…

I lose mine when I train for a race and just cannot consume enough calories to keep up with my burn. I don't know how old you are, but my Mom started menopause at 26 and stopped having a period completely at 28. Luckily she had me very young. I don't say this to frighten you, but just something for all women to consider…

I tend to drop weight when training for a race. From normal running without a specific goal in mind, I maintain. I don't understand exactly what your question is. From my own experience, I tend to eat more the day BEFORE a long run or bike ride so I have the energy to get thru it. As the other poster stated, worry about…

This is actually pretty neat! I'd try it with a bunch of mats below me!

It accentuates the hour glass shape from a side or head on angle. I personally am a fan of what I call the "Kate Middleton" pose. Elbows bent with arms out slightly, hands in front of the stomach (not that she has anything to hide). It enhances the hour glass figure by allowing the camera (or person) a view of the natural…

I second (or third or fourth) everyone else's opinion regarding bulking up. It just won't happen. I understand that you want to prevent injuries from improper form, and that is smart. In my own opinion, may I suggest adding some swimming to your routine? I find swimming to be an excellent bridge between cardio and toning.…

False. But I do hate everyone on "The Board". TNP can't drive standard.

My running app automatically posts my finishing times to Facebook. I push myself to get a better pace when I feel like quitting or slowing down. I will also open up a can of Contadina tomato paste, add oregano, and eat it with a spoon.

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Not me. In college, I would microwave my salad before I put my balsamic vinegar on it. SO much better. I hate things crunchy, even cereal.

I'd do cardio twice a week, strength train twice a week and a Yoga DVD once a week. Make sure your cardio is intense enough to make you short of breath and sweat. That's how I find myself dropping weight, maybe the same would or would not work for you. Is there any chance you can make it to a pool during one of those…

1. Dr Oz and "superfood" anything. 2. "You shouldn't cook your vegetables"- . I hate raw vegetables and salad. The only way I'm eating a majority of them is if they are cooked. 3. Cleanses and detoxes. Charlene

Speedwork is important in any training plan. Maybe at this stage in the game, or as I suggested, the 6-8 month mark, a 1/4 mile sprint would be 4:30 for the OP, maybe it's 1:30 for me, and maybe it's 1:10 for you. Who knows? Maybe it wouldn't work for her for 2 years. Everyone is different. Hills, rest, cross training,…

I also thought of a few more: 1. Stick to your training plan, whichever one you choose to do. They understand training, tapering, rest, etc more than you, I, or 99.9% of the posters on here. Running a few races does not make someone a pro and what worked for them, may or may not work for you. I can only give you tips based…

I changed my photo because of this! Ha! All in good fun. Hopefully my new one is more flattering!

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I have not read what everyone has said before me. So if I repeat myself, I'm sorry. These are my tips from years of running. 1. New and good fitting sneakers- replace every 300 miles or so. 2. Learn what you can put in your body nutrition wise. I have diarrhea at 18 miles no matter what. 3. For every pound you lose, you…

You look fantastic!

Me too! That's what I like too!

I'll join you! I also would like to lose 10lbs by the end of July. I tone at home and do medium distance runs or run/walk combos. I love to bike ride, but need to be careful of the sun right now because of an allergic reaction to an Rx in May. I've added you as a friend- make sure your diary is viewable to me or send me a…

Yes! Most raw veggies make me feel nauseas too. Carrots are the worst! Fruits are fine. Now I just cook my veggies- not the healthiest choice, but one can't be feeling ill all the time either. Charlene

Hi There, I track everyday too because I travel a lot and am never guaranteed to be home the same day each week to record my weight (not to mention, what is that's a really bad day one week or a really good day). I like to see an average, or a trend if you will. My weight can fluctuate up to 2.5lbs for what appears to be…

Thanks everyone.

Your body also becomes more efficient at cooling itself (sweating) as your fitness levels increase. Charlene

I eat 3 scrambled eggs with cinnamon, 1c of 1% milk, a slice of cinnamon swirl toast with 4g of spreadable butter. Charlene

No. But I am not concerned about it. I travel- probably caused by changes in water.

I love the idea of finding protein needs first. I also read that when trying to lose weight, one should almost double their protein RDA. I have mine set at 40/30/30. I am 28, 137lbs, female trying to lose. Charlene