nwkarin

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  • I take one rest day, but I walk on that day. I just can't do "nothing".
    in Rest Days Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • Well, I have done several half and full marathons. Keep in mind, everyone is VERY individual. I find FOR MYSELF, I can not skimp on carbs. I really need whole grains to keep my glycogen levels up for distance, fueling my muscles. It's only the last 6 months that my weight has ballooned (7 lbs) up due to stress. In general,…
    in Running Diet Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • I have mild arthritis in my hips. I am a distance runner so this is hard for me. I try to run on soft surfaces, grass, or trail as much as possible. My runs during the week are short, 3-5 miles, and I run long (over 10 miles) every OTHER saturday. I run 5 days a week, one rest day, and I go to a cycle/spinning class the…
    in Running with arthritis Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • Gardenbuger's "Portabello Mushroom Burger". SO good! I love to put sauteed spinach on it, and a little marinara in lieu of other condiments.
    in Best Veggie Burger? Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • late to be adding, but.....another vote for Polar HRM. I have used Polar for many years and....think I am on my 4th monitor! (I've had different versions). "bump" means bumping to topic by adding to it, so it shows up at the top of the message board list.
    in can someone help with heart rate monitor question?? please? Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • I would not count it as water. The reason being is there is artificial sweetener in it. There is a lot of speculation that your body reacts the same way as it does to sugar, by releasing insulin. I just try to limit my "artificial sweeterner" to 1 or 2 beverages a day. I do drink a TON of water - always have. I second a…
    in Crystal Light Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • YOGA! GREAT idea! I have 2 DVD's of yoga! Thank you!!!! Many many thanks to all the support. You guys are THE BEST!!!!
    in stress, no sleep, and fighting solace in chocolate Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • oh, and sadly - chocolate for me is....a "medium" bag of m&m's. We are talking the size larger then King size - I have no idea how man serving it has, but....WAY TOO MANY!
    in stress, no sleep, and fighting solace in chocolate Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • Thanks for the suggestions! Think I will go make some tea. I will take a bath this evening. (it's only 2:45 in the afternoon where I am at). I'm doing a laundry as a diversion,....and....my hot water tank can not support laundry AND a hot bath! :) Thank you so much for the support. I just had to *vent*. And - hold myself…
    in stress, no sleep, and fighting solace in chocolate Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • I'm 5'0.....started 3 days ago at 117. Trying to get to 105 (ideally!) but would be happy 107-108. It is HARD.
    in Any short gals out there?? Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • I'm new here - today is day 2, and I am so glad I discovered this thread! I'm only 47, but.....man alive, why is mother nature working against me? :) I just read the first and last page of the thread, and already feel the love and support.
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY Comment by nwkarin July 2011
  • This is helpful, as...this is only day 2 for me, and I have not "eaten calories burned". I think I am afraid to, as...I really want to lose these stubborn pounds. But today, I got a warning when I finished my food journal, saying I'm eating too low, and I may be slowing down my metabolism. Typically, when I diet on my own,…
    in Eating your calories burned...please help me! Comment by nwkarin July 2011
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