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I play roller derby so I have practice 3x a week for 2 hours, sometimes adding in a 4th open skate session to work on specific skills. I also do the Roller Derby Workout DVD (no skates required! great for lower body and abs) and other cross-training DVDs (Pilates, 30DS, etc) at least 2x a week and I run 2-3x a week. I take…

You bet! It's awesome for core, butt, legs, and balance! If you wear skates (or use ankle weights) it just adds that extra bit of resistance! The girls themselves are motivating because I want to look that good in booty shorts someday. LOL

Certified running coach here. :) First, yes - the trifecta, in order of importance: SHOES. SPORTS BRA. SOCKS. Everything else is gravy. :) Rest days are very important. You're likely doing too much too soon in the wrong footwear. Once you get that fixed, STICK TO THE PROGRAM. That's why it exists. You will get there, don't…

Also, if you like Jillian's style, I recommend No More Trouble Zones. It's about an hour and it kicks your butt!!! NO lie!

I want to try Insanity, but I'm too cheap to spend that much money on the DVDs....

THIS. I can't count how many times I've heard "I do some arm and leg machines" and they don't even know what exercises they're doing, what muscles each exercise works, etc. If you don't even know what you're doing, how can you effectively achieve your own goals? Makes no sense to me. Why spend the money each month (or all…

If it affects your ability to walk or do normal activities, it's an injury. If it's just sore, then it's just soreness from exertion. R.I.C.E. is best - Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Heat is only really useful on strained muscles. I'm not a doctor, but it sounds like you might have patellafemoral syndrome (aka…

My favorite DVDs: 30-Day Shred 10-Minute Solutions: Pilates Perfect Body No More Trouble Zones Roller Derby Workout (no skates required!) I've seen results with them all, but the key is being consistent for extended periods, which I usually fail at. Best of luck!

Definitely dance/techno/house/electronic and Top 40 for me. Anything with a good beat (130 bpm+) is awesome for working out. Pandora is a great place to start!

You should have the width of a thumbnail at the most between your big toe and the end of your shoe (half to a full thumbnail's width). If your toes are hitting the end of the shoes, get a half size bigger.

Roller skating. No joke. I play roller derby and boy is my butt stronger! We also do fire hydrants, donkey kicks, and jackknifes at practice on a regular basis. All really good for the glutes and easy to do at home. 20 on each side, 2 sets. Done in just a few minutes!

There are great resources out there (magazines and such) with lots of information so you're armed with the knowledge of what you are doing during your workouts, also there are plans and exercise sequences you can do so your body doesn't get "bored" with the same routine week after week. You should change up your exercise…

Cooking Light - The Complete Cookbook (and the magazine) Clean Eating magazine Food Network magazine (this month's issue is THE LIGHT ISSUE! Perfect!) For more "high-end" fancy recipes I occasionally dip into Gordon Ramsay or Anne Burrell's cookbooks. I'm a cookbook junkie, I have tons of them. And Food Network magazine…

I use a 16-oz bottle and try to refill it 3-4 times a day while at work, then I drink more at home out of one of those plastic fast-food soda cups. (I love using a cup once full of 32oz of sugary crap to a healthy end!!! LOL) Every time I empty the bottle, I just log 2 cups. Easy peesy!

My name says it all. :) I'm getting back into running after a sesamoid injury, but I've run 1 marathon, 22 half marathons, and 75+ other races. (I'm a junkie.) I also play roller derby and that's my focus in 2012, but I'm still running shorter distances. Feel free to add me! I can always use more motivation!

I use the blading one because I never eat enough to get even close to that number of calories anyway. If it's a light practice (which last night was not), I'll shorten the number of minutes we spent skating. However, our practices have been pretty hard lately. I'd love to get a Bodybugg or similar device to get a really…

Amazing!!!! You look fantastic!

Fantastic! I need that ice cream! LOL! Amazing how those little treats can boost your morale so much. You're so right - the nutrition is the hardest part. I'm a cardio junkie, have been for years. Strength training... eh. Off and on at best. It really helped my running when I was serious about it. However, now I'm really…

Yay more tall girls! Please add me, I can always use more tall friends :) I'm 6'1, 198 as of Tuesday this week. I started in Aug 2011, got from 201 to 188, then gained back 10 lbs after an injury and the holidays caught up to me. I'm back at it again and my goal is at least 180, but I was 170 back in 2008 and loved the way…

I'm 6'1" and also love these photos! Please add me, I need more tall friends. :) I'm starting again at 198; I originally started in Aug 2011 at 201, got down to 188, then gained back 10 lbs. Ugh! Time to make it happen for real this time! I'll have to find pics from 2008 when I was down to 170 - those were the days! I'd be…

Like Betty, I have issue when something comes up and messes up my schedule. I have a LOT going on. When school starts again next week, my schedule will be very regimented. Mondays, work then practice from 7-9. Tuesday, work then school from 7:15-9:45. Wednesday, same as Monday. Thursday, school from 9:30-12, then…

Here's the website for the other challenge (that runs until 1/28): http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Road-to-Rollergirl/348086971884310

It looks like FB has started to shut it down... all that's left is the wall stuff and photos. Sad panda face! I joined the Roller Derby Workout Challenge Primer on Fleetly. That'll keep me busy for now. :)

Your diary isn't set to public. IMHO, protein is a good thing, especially if you're exercising vigorously on a regular basis. It helps with muscle recovery, keeps you feeling full, etc. I upped my "max" protein intake for that reason. I'd be more concerned with high sugar or sodium levels.

This.^^

Pilates is awesome! If you like working out at home, I recommend the 10-Minute Solutions: Pilates Perfect Body DVD. The workouts are short enough that you're not bored but also challenging enough that you're feeling it. I like to do the ab and lower body segments with skates on for an extra burn. :)

I'd say at least mid-level or higher for cardio endurance, thanks to running, and a solid mid-level for everything else, but what exactly does the challenge entail? Is it posted somewhere? I joined the Facebook group, too, but I didn't see a list of specific exercises... I'm guessing you have to be a member first?

Hi everyone! I'm Admiral DeJenerate and I skate with the Undead Bettys in Antioch, CA. I joined the league in June 2011 and have gone through our Infected (fresh meat) and Dead (scrimmaging/non-bouting) programs. I passed to our bouting level in December and our practices start back up tonight. VERY excited! Our first bout…

I like to take two breasts, cut them in half (filet them, long ways, not just cutting the breast right in half) so I end up with 4 fillets. I sprinkle garlic powder and seasoned salt on them then pan fry them in a little olive oil and lemon juice. Now I have dinner AND lunch the next day, maybe even a third meal, and one…

Staying focused is hard.... I sign up for races so I always have something to look forward to!