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thank you for the feedback. The variation in your answers says it all. Running is such an individual thing which is super. I finished my 1st 10K in 57:35 so beat my goal with running 3 to 4 days a week at 11 to 15 miles per week and I didn't have any pain which is great. I am going to try and focus on getting some…

I had the same problem, the lunges give you toning, but it doesn't remove the fat. The trainers all say switch to paleo diet to get rid of problem area lbs which I tried and it seemed to work. When I picked up running I got rid of tough inches around my upper thighs which was always a problem. Everything I read says that…

I just read Daniel's formula and it is a great book with training plans designed by a PHD and top coach that has done tons of testing while designing training plans.

That is a great description for the solution. I used to have that problem and if I focus on breathing deep down through my lungs it goes away.

The Paleo diet seems to me like south beach minus cheese and legumes/ beans. I have to admit the closer I follow it the better I feel. Way less bloating and water retention. When I now look at cheese like bread and pasta meaning eat more sparingly I do better. The cheese and Legumes I think are worse than the bread and…

running and if it is stubborn and in your last 5 lbs and resistant ttry the Paleo diet for a month and see if it comes off. good luck

Wow it sounds like you are putting in a lot of exercise to still be disappointed trying to get off that last bit. Several trainers told me that you may need to evaluate your target weight if you are building quite a bit of muscle which you may be considering your exercise levels. They also recommended trying the Paleo diet…

I actually did the Cardiofit test and dialed in my heart rate zones on my heart rate monitor to get an accurate calorie burned number. I found out my heart rate zones are much higher than typical for my age and so those averages overcalculated by a dramatic amount. Anyway with that I think that my calorie burned numbers…

Good one, thought the sensors were sleeping.........:blushing:

I am 5'4" and am at 132 to 134 (fluctuating with the holidays!) with medium bone structure. I started at 145 lbs with a target weight of 128 lbs however I have more muscle now than when I weighed less at earlier points in my life and now I think that where I am at is going to be fine. I think you need to set a target, go…

You are fine, I am 44 too and we are not dead yet! However we are no longer in our 20's and years of doing whatever you have been doing has taken its toll. Listen to your body, if things are destructive to you they are not a good fit, find another method of exercise that agrees with your body. You will find the perfect…

I am training for my first race - ever which is a 10K on March 10th. Have you done a 10K before? I have increased my runnign over the last couple of months and am doing my first time trial on a 5K this week just to figure out what my goal should be for time. I am working with the Lifetime run coach for the programming week…

I can't decide if I love running or what you get out of it. My legs have never been this thin and that is fabulous. Some days when you are tired it is hard to get going, but other days it feels great. I am just not sure how to get more of the days to feel like the great days. After a stressful day it is almost relaxing to…

I have always had heavier arms and I agree that it seems like it will be the last place you lose it if you have always struggled there. Push ups, and pilates like the plank and other weight training is needed to tone, but you still won't see your work until you continue to lose overall weight. I am 5'5" down to 131 lbs and…

I have never ran in my life and I am starting now as well. I was having trouble with motivation for working out in general. I signed up for a 10K on st. paddies day that ends in a green beer bash, I figured how scary can that be. Knowing that I have that out there is getting me to exercise 4 days a week which is an…

I agree about getting a HRM to gauge calories lost, the calculators over calculate and then you are just kidding yourself. Also it is good to equate how much exercise it takes to burn off your favorites or burn to "earn". Best of luck

I have the same concern. I just started running and am training for a 10K in March so need to run outside. I just bought Under Armour pants, compression shirt, and jacket. The socks I have some padded wicking socks, I didn't go wool I am thinking of running when it is 30 degrees and warmer outside. I also bought a pretty…

I can't say I have been in that exact situation. However I too get tired of looking at food and estimating their calories versus just enjoying it. Although since I see a treat as a treat I think I savor it more. It sounds like you have come an incredible way in your journey and it is easy to get fatigue so close to your…

Funny, I was thinking of making my goal weight be what I "said" it was when I graduated from high school on my DL. It is a little easier just trying to get to what it really was!

I was eating low calorie frozen meals for lunch and had the same problem. There is not enough protein in them for the most part. You need a protein snack between 3 and 4 is what I have read and that seems to be very true. If you eat some nuts and a piece of fresh fruit in the afternoon, you come home feeling good. When I…

Your trainer should be able to help you set your goal calories. I worked out for 6 months and didn't lose much weight but traded muscle for fat. And then I joined mfp and counted calories and then started losing weight. I think without logging it., you just don't know how many calories you are taking in. It surprises me…

I used to follow South Beach but plateaued. Several trainers at my gym insisted I needed to go Paleo and so I am converting. I have been doing it for about a month with some "allowances". Let's face it you have to make room for some beer and wine. And eating a single piece of pizza a week isn't going to kill you. Overall I…

You don't sound pathetic at all! I turned 44 last Saturday and it is more of a challenge with the slower metabolism. I have lost a total of 12 lbs (only 9 since on mfp) and have a couple to go. I target 4 workouts a week and count calories to stay in check but as I find I am so close to my overall target it is harder to…

That is fantastic! It really makes turning 40 a lot easier when you feel in better shape than when you were in your 30's. Keep rolling and living it to its fullest.

I MUST have chocolate to live and at Costco you can get Brookside dark chocolate covered Pomegranates. you can have about 10 for about 100 calories and you can't believe how unbelievably satisfying and rich they are!!! They have solved my chocolate issues. usually just 5 will do with some water and for 50 calories you will…

You can't get more incentive than that. Best of luck to you!

I say get one. I have been working with a trainer who sets a new program for me each month. that makes it affordable in that he switches up my program but it takes my discipline to show up and do it all month til we meet again. I have been very pleased with my progress. I am strong and getting very toned. without the help…

Practically anything by Pink, she makes me want to run.

You say you feel strong and healthy and that should be the guide. You could have your bmi checked to see if it falls into a healthy range. I am 43 and in the best shape I have been in a long time. I am 5'4 1/2" (yes I am claiming my 1/2") and was targeting 125 lbs but last week I did a cardiofit test to dial in my heart…

My current plan is to shift all my cardio to more weight loss level and less aerobic/ fitness level. I will let you know if I learn anything from tomorrow from the metabolic / test and trainer review. It would be great to get it off in 10 weeks and shift to maintenance. I will let you know if I learn anything and please…