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171 though I start the NROL this week so Im not sure if I will see much scale movement.

Congratulations!!!!!!!! Fantastic time!

hahahaha! THATS what I need to get to my goal weight!

Wok I completely agree! Makes stir frys a BREEZE! A friend of mine said freezer..which is so true I make and freeze a lot of things in advance and when my fresh veggies or fruits aren't gonna get used in time I throw them in the freezer for future use.

Im considering getting a salad spinner. I also agree measuring cups and spoons. food processor (though I don't think that is essential more of a nice thing to have) good cookware smaller plates is fantastic suggestion I generally do use those, but didn't even think of it. food scale I agree...though I have to be honest I…

This finally clicked for me and I stay active a majority of the week, but even on rest days consume close to my maintenance, but definitely over BMR to provide my body with the fuel needed to repair itself from the exercise/fitness etc. Love this post and completely agree! I still log exercise to keep track, but don't use…

It will probably take you longer to find parking so I agree with above you'd be best to head there on foot...and HOW EXCITING! Update us please when you are done!

I just had a very small race a couple of weekends ago where the packet/bib pickup started about an hour before the race. Yes get there early. You will be nervous and need the extra time to get your bearings...and parking is ALWAYS a mess before races.

edwin.....20...maybe?

This is a fantastic question...I've been lifting and am going to start the NRFL program Monday.....I plan to continue with my current schedule. M, W, F 2.5-4 miles runs followed by core in the ams. Evening lifting. Tues & Thur yoga/swimming. Not sure if I am going to continue giving myself active rest days on weekend to…

sent request. :)

I most definitely am a product of the MTV generation..when a full story could be told in 4 minutes....I blame it for my ADD. AND MISS IT!!!!!!! I don't think I remember the last time I switched on MTV their programming is SAD!

Well this will be my very very very first and I am SO EXCITED for it! I'm doing a 10k in a couple of weeks to submit to the Disney officials to see what starting corral they put me in. What part of central florida do you live in ham? Please stay in touch!!!! I've been reviewing training plans and still not sure which one…

I was also going to agree with this sentiment, but got distracted by the bathroom comment. haha. I don't think we are that hard to read...if we want it you will know. And yes we like yall to be more assertive/agressive...though I am pretty sure I've been the "instigator" also.

Been married for 10 years and to this day.......we don't even use the same bathroom. A girl would rather leave your house go to a drugstore to use the bathroom to use it while you are just dating.

I don't have the back of my dreams yet....I am starting a serious weight lift routine to attain that, but running and yoga did help me lose the extra love handles.......Yay! Good luck!!!

Do not give up! Not that I think you will,....sometimes you just have to hear it. I've been on a plateau since Feb......yep. I did all the wrong things in Feb and beginning of March....started to listen to the podcasts from fattofitradio.com on the recommendation from a friend. I upped my calories to maintenance of 2400…

my suggestion is hit the blogs....all the food blogs...subscribe to them and let them point you in the right direction. skinnytaste.com acouplecooks.com naturallyella.com thesassygourmet.com perrysplate.com lindawagner.com graciouspantry.com loveandlemons.com I use them all to give me ideas...and if i see a recipe where…

exactly, brussel sprouts, kale (if a year ago you would have told me that I would be fighting over who gets the bigger portion of kale chips I would have said "whats kale") quinoa, plain yogurt, eggs (i disliked anything for breakfast that didn't come from a pastry chef and didn't have sugar), mushrooms. I didn't consider…

That radio podcast has literally changed my life!!!!!!!!!!!! I suggest download and listen to the podcasts as often as possible!!!!!!

I don't know, but I do know that after looking at food blogs all morning and knowing that we are going to try a new restaurant tonight that is vegan...I am STARVING! I'm excited to hit the market tomorrow to make a whole bunch of the recipes that I have pinned. Looking forward to the nacho recipe I used to make that all…

You are well on your way to blowing us all out of the water so don't be nervous you will be FANTASTIC! My first 5k I'm also a new(er) runner was 32:38. And your goal was my EXACT goal also...... I didn't want to walk any of it...well till I was actually running it then I was like that was stupid goal..I wanna walk. ;) You…

\\ Just saw this!!! THANK YOU!!!! :) :) :)

Healthy fats are essential to keep your body performing at its best.

By no means am I saying that my diaries are perfect, but I eat ALOT Of food, several times a day. My coworker says I eat more now than when I was heavier. Shes right. I would starve myself all day then gorge on half if not almost a full cake at nightime. I cannot even begin to think the damage I did to my body, however…

I'm following your 40s board!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE!!!!!!!!!! I'm a huge pinup/retro fan...just got back from viva las vegas rockabilly weekender!!!

My nutrition based board http://pinterest.com/flacitrusgal/food-that-fuels/ My motivational/fitness board http://pinterest.com/flacitrusgal/motivation/

Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner I have no plans of racing Badwater or any of the endurance events he has done, but to know that there are people out there that can dedicate themselves to that definitely helps me in not making excuses for my goal. The Non Runners Guide for Women: Get off your butt and…

Good luck and I agree you carry your weight VERY well...may I ask how tall you are cause I'm at 173 and I look NOWHERE near as good as your 170lb. I need to work on that!!!!!!!! Sorry nevermind just say your answer on your height. I also agree with the below post...you are gorgeous in all of your pictures and we have no…

My favorite spin instructors have always been bigger girls. They ARE FIERCE!!!!!! And seriously powerhouses! And my extra weight has kept me back from making career changes that I would love to make in terms of pursuing a career that is more fitness focused. So I completely understand what you are saying, but I can tell…