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I am around 1500 + eat most of my exercise calories, feel free to add me and take a look at my diary!

1.) Applesauce, low fat string cheese, yogurt, hardboiled eggs, a smoothie, side salad, carrots. I usually do fruit for snacks! 2.) I use unsweetened vanilla almond milk in my coffee. I have gotten used to the lack of sugar, but it is an adjustment. 3.) The more veggies the better. I rarely have rice, potatoes, bread at my…

I have lost and while I try to make better choices, i.e. red wine or liquor + fresh squeezed juice or sparkling water for a mixer, I also have sugary things like margaritas and I enjoy beer. You can definitely still drink and lose!

I am a 34 D and used to wear two sports bras for running. I have a moving comfort bra now that I love. Go to a running store, look for bras that are for high impact (very important). Then try it on, jump around in the fitting room, etc. Good luck!

I have loved using RunKeeper, have used it for more than a year. I have found that I have to turn my WiFi off when I run to get the most accurate pace/distance results. When I do that, I come out with the same stats as the friends I run with who have $300+ GPS watches, so I am happy with that! I like the training programs,…

I used to be the same way and have gotten MUCH better. Here is some of what has helped me: Running with a partner Starting out slow Using RunKeeper app that tells me my pace every 5 minutes (can use a watch to estimate, many other apps do this too) Listening to slower music mixed in. When I listen soley to fast tempo stuff…

I eat out less and am not spending money on coffees, treats, etc. on a regular basis so that has helped. I also like to do a cheap cut of meat or a soup in the crockpot and I can eat from that all week!

Same!

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I stay away from meal replacements. I preplan my meals for the week and prep snacks/make meals that have leftovers so I have easy meals for lunches or if I don't feel like cooking dinner. I try to eat little sugar (other than fruit) and little processed food. I like Luna bars for when I am crazy on the go because most of…

I am also going to start training this winter for a March half marathon and am at a similar pace! I ran through the winter (outside) last year, and found that it is trial and error to see what is most comfortable. Here is what works for me: Winter I usually don't take water unless I am running probably close to 6 miles or…

It is definitely about trial and error! Here is what works for me: In the summer (90 degrees+ and humid where I live) I take water if I am running more than 4 miles. Winter probably closer to 6. If I am running more than 8 miles I will usually have some fuel halfway through. I like the honey stinger gel packets because it…

I am fortunate to live in an area where there are a lot of trails and usually other people on them! That being said, if it is dark I try to run with other people or I run on the street where there are lights and at least intermittent traffic. If it is a fairly empty area, you may consider running without headphones/music…

It will take a little adjustment, just like in the summer when it starts to get very warm out. Just plan to slow down at first and experiment with how many layers you need. At around 0C I wear a medium weight top with a moisture wicking tee or tank underneath, running tights, lightweight gloves and an ear band. I actually…

Awesome, that is what I ran in March! Hoping to hit sub 2:00 next year! Recent: (Yesterday!) Army Ten-Miler: 10/20/13 -1:33:59 Dogfish Dash 5k: 9/29/13 - 27:02

Yes! I have lost weight and majorly toned up still drinking alcohol, eating ice cream, etc. It is important to note these things are treats and to fit them into your overall calories. My focus is on whole foods/clean eating - I try to avoid processed. That is what makes me feel healthy. It is sometimes trial and error to…

I am switching to clean eating/ paleo-esque type diet in the next few days (because of the focus on whole foods, etc.). Only looking to lose a few more lbs and tone up. I run up to half marathons and do some strength training too. Not a 1200 calorie/ day person! Looking for similar friends :)

Yes, for me speed increased when I started hill workouts and doing speed intervals!

I am about to start a paleo based diet (with some occasional cheats for alcohol I am sure). Interested in hearing about others experiences with it!

I started close to 11.5 minute miles and am now closer to 9.5 average and serious about getting faster. It took me a couple years to do that (not training all the time). Practice and trial and error worked for me. If you look up beginner speed workouts and do some intervals that can help too

I am close to 1,500 + most of my exercise calories. I'm not very tall so for me that is TDEE at sedentary minus 20% I feel a lot stronger and more energetic for my running than I did eating less! And, honestly, I enjoy the room to have a drink or some dessert if I want it ;)

I don't like eliminating whole foods like fruits and certain veggies! Maybe adjust to avoid processed carbs, refined sugars, etc but allow yourself fruit and things like that. But I also like to eat out at restaurants, drink, etc and don't plan to eliminate all that - everything in moderation for me! :)

I love running buddies if anyone is looking to add friends! I am doing a 10 miler this fall but have done a few half marathons and plan to do more!

I've done three half marathons and a few other races! Let me know if you have any questions. I liked the Hal Higdon training plans, personally. http://www.halhigdon.com/training/51130/Half-Marathon-Training-Guide Good luck!

I drink! haha Wine is a good choice or I like alcohol + club soda + fruit. Tequila/soda/lime or vodka/soda/blueberries, etc. Lower calories without the fake. I also just like alcohol straight up though.

26 5'5" 1485 + eating back most exercise calories Run 3x week, Strength 2x week Very close to goal/about 5 lbs away I calculated my TDEE at no exercise level and took that number minus 20% for my calorie goal. Since I calculated it without exercise, I eat most of my exercise calories back. http://iifym.com/tdee-calculator/

I like plain yogurt with crushed fruit mixed it. I usually just smash some berries with a spoon and mix the yogurt together, gets some sweetness in every bite. Also in smoothies!

I usually make 1 cup steel cut oats on the stove at the beginning of the week. Makes 4 servings. Some combos I like: Blueberry + coconut Peanut butter + banana Maple syrup (stirred granola in after reheating for some crunch) Also have heard of people mixing cold oatmeal with yogurt and fruit!

I am eating at my TDEE minus about 20% as I am still trying to lose a few pounds. If you are just looking to tone, you may want to eat closer to a maintenance level, especially to tone up with your heavy workouts! Here are the calculators I used: http://iifym.com/tdee-calculator/ There is a lot of information on the MFP…

Never, ever thought I would be saying this, but running! Nothing motivates me like signing up for a race!