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Definitely hit a running store with experienced folks. They will video your gait and help you pick the right show. Remember to bring a pair of used running shoes so they can also look at wear pattern. I second the tennis ball routine. To explain...you just roll it around underneath your foot...pushing fairly hard on…

Ashish - consider talking to someone at school regarding a lifting regime (in terms of someone actually qualified and able to review your current routine). I would think your college would have someone on staff with certification. Always best to start light and build up in weight. Switching to heavier weights because you…

Hey Man. congratulations!

"So I would bring a collapsible cooler and maybe a hot plate." Yes, yes, yes. I know it's not environmentally friendly, but you can also buy a disposable styrofoam cooler in most supermarkets. Pack it with ice and you're all set. I traveled heavily whilst in management consulting - both here and abroad. I always lost…

That is AWESOME of you. He looks like a mellow dog (though looks can be deceiving I know). I've become obsessed with Huskies. Had always planned on getting a mutt, but getting a bit loopy over the Husky idea. Haven't pulled the trigger. Big time commitment and they don't like to be left alone...and they shed like nuts. But…

Love that pup!

Feel the love here, Jade. Good luck on the pain front, hope you feel better. I do second the exercise routine. I'm sure it's tough working through the pain, but you would be very surprised how the right PT makes a HUGE difference. If a medical pro has cleared you to do exercises, give it a shot. Peace Out.

I guess if you are truly as accurate in your exercise calcs. as you seem to think, you can eat them all back...really. My personal experience is if I eat them back I lose basically nothing...which suggests I'm not getting an accurate read on my exercise burn. Why not start with eating them all back...give it afew weeks, if…

I would personally not recommend dead lifts or squats given your back. Form is pretty important with both of those and if you're out of practice... I think other folks on here have it right though. Given your situation it's worth the few bucks to go with a PT that can analyze your situation and give the best workout…

Flavored seltzer water. Lime or lemon (obviously no sugar or fake sugar added). Zero calories... you quickly get used to it, and it's a lot better than plain old water. A 12 pack is about $4 bucks. I mention it specifically because you said you were a bit of a sodahead. I've seen this as a successful switch for a few…

Good job! And any loss is a great loss, be it 28 or 17!

FMC you MAGNIFICENT *kitten*! * I * READ * YOUR * BOOK!!! * Look it up on the dubya dubya dubya internets folks....you too pink stuffed animal lady.

yeah, i get it. but it's a bit of a pile on. nothing like a public flogging, even if it's on the internet. when i want a beatdown i go to pirate4x4, not here!

Good God. Cut the guy some slack. He's putting his numbers out there. Strong and maybe a bit 'focused'. But that's one way you get to those results. By focus and commitment. 10-1 if you tell your wife she's your priority and mean it, she will get it. but as others point out (don't become diplomats guys) you might need to…

This article is a bit long...but it's about the Marshmallow Test, if you remember that. Was done in the 1950's. It is, in essence, reinforcing what you probably already know, the key is discipline. He talks about techniques such as imaging a cockroach just crawled across the cupcake you want to get.…

Thanks all. I appreciate the input. I don't drink soda and only drink decaf coffee. I'm wondering if it might be the point of poorly tracking my workout calorie wise. I will give it some more time and possibly re-adjust the diet again. Appreciate all the quick responses and the guy who was kind enough to bump my request!…

Try it plain or with a dash of salt. It tastes GREAT just as it is, and for me anyhow, I'm more likely to eat something easy to make. 1/4 cup plus 3/4 cup water, 3 mins in the nuker, and then 2 mins to stand. Tastes like more 'rugged' version of cream of wheat. give it a shot!