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you will gain 2 seconds/ mile for each pound you lose. 5-6 minute mile is really fast. Not impossible, but probably more than most are capable of achieving without a lot of work and dedication. Intervals (aka fartleks), hill repeats, and mile repeats are some speedwork techniques you might try. I am currently able to run…

"Most people never run far enough into their first wind to find out if they've got a second. Give your dreams all you've got and you'll be amazed at the energy that comes out of you." "90% of running is mental and the rest is in your head" "the difference between a mile and a marathon is like the difference between burning…

I ate a yogurt for breakfast. I should have had a nice run and a fantastic bacon egg and cheese wrap instead, for the same net calories. Oh well- since it's 3.14, perhaps a great workout and some pi later will make up for it :D

my advice, though more general than the question is: you will find a zillion excuses not to run. Rain, snow, hunger, exhaustion- push past all of them. it builds confidence when you learn you can run in anything, under any circumstance.

Don't worry about your pace- listen to your breathing, and communicate with your body when you run. As the weight comes off, the times will come down naturally, and your goal should be just to FINISH- without any times attached. Also, I would recommend finding some running quotes that can stick in your head- not negative…

narcolepsy sucks, huh? without my provigil I"m basically useless. :(

I have narcolepsy too!!! without my provigil it's really tough, not gonna lie. Even with my meds, running and exercise are crucial. I think narcolepsy is a huge hurdle in being healthy. For so many reasons. I hope you are able to get on a good medicine regimen- it is a life changer. In ways you can't even imagine.

a stick of gum doesn't help at all with actual hunger, but if you are eating out of habit/ boredom/ stress, it can help. popcorn, as long as it's not loaded with butter or cheese, is a good option. definitely stay away from raisins, craisins, or any type of dried fruit, as they do little for hunger and are packed with…

You know what's sad more than the perceived judgment? Folks who b--- about other people griping on an online forum. Has anyone walked up to you and told you to stop holding on in real life? Did anyone add you on MFP making fun of your way of working out? Probably not so let people vent. You'd save yourselves the…

I hate the treadmill. I can't stand the anxiety of thinking other people around me are judging whether I am exercising up to their standard.

Awesome, go for it! You gotta chase your dreams with all you've got, cause no one's gonna do it for you! I finished my first marathon with 2 kids, a full time job, and a 6 month training book for people like me that have never been runners. It's not size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog. Happy…

Just enjoy it. Be proud of where you are, and even if you're the last person to cross the finish line, make sure you cross it!

I guess I'm trying to understand the 3000-4000 calories / day too. I have only burned that many once, when I ran a marathon!

I'm 5'7" and my ideal body weight is 135- I'm not sure that really accounts for muscle though, I think I'm going to settle more around 140-150 because I've become more athletic. I wouldn't worry too much about the end goal- for now, 150 sounds like a reasonable set point. you can always make a new goal once you have met…

congrats! I am very happy for you!

I did 25. You know girls, always out to prove something ;) haha, thanks for the challenge!

I took a picture of my Nutella. I couldn't figure out how to get it into my reply. I have steel cut oats and pure maple syrup and raspberries, and now I keep thinking how much I want to duplicate your breakfast. Alas I cannot spare any more calories, thanks to my Nutella. Oh, and quirky girl- not sure if they are…

I am also 5'7'. My goal weight is 135 pounds, I am 9 pounds away. Currently wearing XS-S shirts and 0-2 pants.

Woo hoo, 20 pounds is a good accomplishment! Try not to get discouraged by the time it takes, but take heart in knowing you are moving in the right direction. :) I used to feel stuck making the same things all the time for my kids- but then one of my friends persuaded me to make one meal, and they either eat it or they go…

try snacking and eating small meals every few hours or so. Trying to cram 1,000 calories into a single meal is hard to do. If you aren't hungry in the morning, for example, start small but try eating a banana or something.

my advice is to find some simple ways to increase your activity- I go to the gym 3-5 times a week and also do a lot of exercises at home with simple equipment- 4 pound dumbells, a stool that I use for aerobic step, and a jump rope. When I can't make it to the gym I like to do my own30 minute routine with these things (and…

Kikeyy-- adorable pose and smile! Gotta give you a solid 9 for picture charm :)

unless you ate an additional 5000 calories, I would try not to sweat it. Positioning of yourself on the scale, how level your floor is, how long it takes to digest food (especially late night snacks), of course water, etc etc etc. I am an obsessive weigher too- I blame it on my eating disorder in high school and I'm not…

I am training for my second marathon. I ran my first in March (DC National Marathon) and fell in love with running in a whole new way. A marathon is an incredible experience-- the training, the starting line, the finish line, the wall.... It's like you become a reinvented you. My goal for the first marathon was not to…

I have eaten most of a jar of Nutella. Also, On occasion, I consume an entire can of sweetened condensed milk, all by itself. I. Love. That. Stuff.

I'm 5'7" and my current goal is 135. :)

221.5 was my heaviest weight, I am 5'7". I had gained 100 pounds in 5 years!