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Prob not - but whether you count it or not is up to you. You could hydrate as normal today and wait until tomorrow - it'll most likely be more accurate then.

I also teach middle school students. I have a planning period in the morning that allows me to have an unobserved mid-morning snack but sometimes I can't make it until the end of the day without an afternoon snack. I eat in front of my students often. I usually give them the same courtesy and allow them to eat too as long…

This exactly - I take a generic of Ortho-Tri Cyclen and have been able to lose consistently.

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If a WOW addiction qualifies, add me!

I'm also a graduate (first 5K in October 2011). The program is great and will get you going. I do most of my training inside too. Outdoors is a whole different ball-game, but either one is running, right?

I'm a daily weigh-er. I usually weigh in the nude ::gasp:: before or after I shower in the morning. I don't record daily (usually only do that once or twice a week). But, I like to see the effects of the day before.

You're not eating enough! When you eat too few calories, your body thinks it's starving and you're not going to lose. Don't be afraid to eat! Just stick to your calorie goals and it will happen.

I started in the 270s and am at 205 right now (almost in the 1s!). Feel free to add me, and check out the Couch to 5 K plan if you're serious about running.

My mother does this too!!! I HATE IT!

This is really the best advice. I also have asics and love them, but a running store can get you one that fits your needs. Try going during a sale (I got about $50 off shopping on Memorial day weekend - though that's a ways away now)! Be ready to spend the money, but your feet will thank you!

Luna bars are wonderful - come in many different flavors - and are high in protein. They'd be good for grab and go.

I'm in the 8th week and preparing for my first run on October 1! It has really worked well for me! If you're honest and patient with yourself it will work! Good Luck! Friend me if you want some encouragement!

I usually weigh each day too, but only post it once a week, on the same day. The others are just to check in or survey damage.

I tried replacing a snack with a protein shake and it made me nauseous and I still felt hungry. It depends on what works for you.

I used the approach you mentioned any time a day was difficult. If I couldn't finish it - I didn't. But I didn't count it until I'd done it completely. You'll get it eventually. :-)

1) eating low-cal cottage cheese with meals helps burn fat - I've never heard this and think it sounds bogus 2) you shouldn't eat past 6pm - You shouldn't eat too close to sleeping, but that time is different for everyone. Don't go to sleep too hungry. Give your body a few hours of digesting time before calling it a night.…

I've found that some of the "healthier" brands that carry hefty price tags are not always much better for you. For example, I was buying Kashi cereals until I discovered that regular old Corn Flakes are actually better for you and you can get a much larger box for less money. Lettuce is cheep (usually $1-$2 for on head)…

1 cup most assuredly = 8 oz. And the 8 cups/day idea is actually not adequate for hydration. Your goal should really be more like 1/2 your body weight in ounces. Possibly more if you're doing sweaty exercise a lot.

Congrats! I'm on Week 7 and still loving the program!

Count yourself lucky if you have less than the recommended sodium. I can't stay under to save me.

Always YES!

Congrats! I know the feeling ;-)

I usually weigh weekly, and measure bi-weekly. But, last week I didn't like what the scale said so I weight daily to make sure I was on the right track. I didn't enter those daily weights as a "Check-In" though. I only "Check In" once a week, even if I weigh more often.

You don't appear to have much choice - it would seem that the menu is pretty set, but sounds fresh. Be aware of your portions, and stop eating when you're full. But most of it sounds like fresh veggies and fruits, so if you don't go crazy with toppings or sauces, it shouldn't be too calorie heavy. Enjoy your date - it…

At 5'10", I feel your concerns. My goal weight is 150-160ish. Add if you'd like!

I made my own entry that says "Couch to 5K" and then I enter the time and calories from the machine at the gym (or if you have a HRM you could use that).

A heart rate monitor is the only way to know for sure. But the machine does take incline/speed into account. It doesn't know what you weigh so it isn't completely accurate, but it's likely closer than MPF as it knows more specifics of your work out. I would go with the lower number until you have an hrm to know for sure.

I'm in week 6 (I've been grounded for the last week and a half to have my wisdom teeth out or I would be farther along). Don't worry. Looking ahead those runs seem scary but you can definitely do them (or repeat them if necessary). You'll get there! Also, if you're on facebook, check out the C25K page there for some…

Nature's Own White Wheat = 90 cals/bun