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Runners knee
Hi y'all, In the midst of my marathon training I've started having knee pain after my long runs. I felt this same pain when I was in high school on the cross country team and saw a doctor who I believe told me I had runners knee. I didn't listen to anything he said at the time besides "nothing is broken or fractured" so…
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Cookies on long runs
Hi ya'll, I'm trying to figure out how to fuel on long runs, i'm training for a half and then a full marathon. I think I should try practicing with the different fuels on my training runs? I haven't been able to convince myself to buy those expensive gu gels... when I look at the ingredients they are just carbs, sugar,…
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Hi there!
Hi there maintainers! Today I finally hit my goal weight of 120 lbs (i'm 5'4 and female!) , when I began this journey I was 144.4! It took me exactly 3 months, so that would be roughly 2 lbs per week loss, but I lost most of my weight very quickly in the beginning and then it slowed down drastically towards the end. I've…
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A marathon for little ol me?
Hi y'all! My dear friend today on our 6 mile run asked me if I'd like to do a marathon with her in November ! It's something I've had on my bucket list for a very long time... so I think I want to at least try. The biggest thing I'm worried about is that I hate structured running plans... I'm kind of a go for a run and…
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Running calorie question and heart rate monitors
Hi ya'll, I have a couple questions! I've seen this formula thrown around for calculating calories burned while running , bodyweight in lbs X 0.63 X distance in miles = calories burned running. And I have also heard for those who do other exercises, like aerobics, weight lifting, etc. (I don't really know the specifics?)…
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Vitamins & minerals
Hi y'all, I know MFPs macros and goals can be off sometimes, I'm curious what the consensus on the vitamins and minerals are? Today I bought a multivitamin to try and see if it makes a difference... how much of everything should I actually be getting? Even with the vitamin I'm not meeting the MFP goals! I was especially…
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Running socks
Hi ya'll! Wondering if anyone could recommend a good running sock? I keep getting blisters on the bottom side right in the ball of my foot. I'm in FL so it gets really hot and humid here so no need for warm materials. Thanks :)
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I have a plan (marathon)
Howdy! I am hoping to run my first marathon on November 25, currently i'm only running 20 miles a week but know I can go much further... I was suggested this training program by another MFP user and i'm just curious to know what you think of it. I'm not looking to have a great time (well I am looking to have fun LOL) or…
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Why am I not sore?
Howdy, I've got a question about exercise and soreness! When I used to work out even for just say 30 minutes I would be sore for weeks after.. I would push through it and was always in a state of soreness despite even taking rest days etc. eventually the pain led me to stop working out. This time around I've been running…
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What is fullness?
I've got a question in regards to fullness. When I eat say a oh yeah one bar which is around 230 calories, 20 something grams of protein versus a can of tuna + crackers which is around the same amount of calories and protein, why do I feel SO much fuller eating the second option? I won't be hungry for 2-3 hours longer than…
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My personal trainer
I admit it, my personal trainer is super expensive, and very needy. I'm constantly having to feed him, and pick up his poop, and his hair gets everywhere so I have to vacuum ALL the time! But wow, has he changed my life for the better. Yeah it's cheesy but my biggest motivator is my dog! I knew when I got this little puppy…
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What's the keto diet good for?
Not trying to be a smart butt here or anything , I'm actually curious. So I googled "keto diet" to try to find out what it was, I'd never heard of it before. And it said on Wikipedia (granted I realize wiki is not the best source of information) it was a diet designed for "epileptic children". So why are all these people…
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Working on my fall menu
I've been cooking more (for health and budget reasons!) and its working out great. We have a summer menu , we cook and eat the same thing every week and it works for us. M: tacos, T: stir fry, W: fish , Th: spagehtti, Fr & Sat: pizza, Sun: lentil soup I love incorporating veggies that are in season right now because they…
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Protein intake recommendation?
Hi there, I'm trying to find out how much protein I should actually be eating. I'm 5'4 currently 128lbs , goal weight range is 115-120lbs. I'm currently eating anywhere from 40-80 g of protein per day. I've noticed since I've increased my protein I've felt much better!! I used to only eat 20 g of protein a day. I run with…
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Good source of protein ideas?
I've almost reached my goal weight and I solved a medical problem for me at the same time. I used to have problems with hypoglycemia, I would get really shaky and faint until I started incorporating a 30 G protein shake for my mid day instead of other snacks that had more sugar. Apparently 30g of protein is my magic…
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Maintainence calories?
Hi there, I'm close to my goal and will be going into maintance soon! I'm curious what my calories per day would be. I'll be 120 lbs 5'4 female in my 20's , my active exercise schedule is every MWF: run 2 miles, and T TH run 4 miles. I'm hoping to up my mileage in the future but that's where I'm at right now. Thanks!
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Citrus makes me sweat???
I have this weird problem.. when I eat any kind of citrus or citric acid (gummies, oranges, pineapples, lemons, etc.) I break out in a quick visible sweat on my face, and then it's gone after a few minutes. Anyone else have this or know what causes it? I'm curious! Another weird thing when I drink alcohol my face turns…
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Question on nutrition of fried fish!
Are the benefits of fish lost if it was fried? Omega fatty acids and such? Is it still a good idea to eat fish once a week even if it's fried?
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Does watching the food network make you hungry?
I can seriously go to a buffet and then watch the food network and feel like I'm starving, it's pathetic lol! However I love the food network, Ive learned a lot of great cooking techniques and my own home cooking has greatly improved since I've been tuned in... I'd love to be able to just watch it, gain the tips and tricks…
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Dough bar doughnuts
What's the scoop on the dough bar doughnuts? Actually taste like a doughnut? Texture? Worth the price? What's your favorite flavors?
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How much do you spend on groceries per week?
I'm trying to get better about budgeting and saving money.. lately instead of shopping by recipe, I've been shopping by sales (BOGO!) Once a month I'll go to Costco with my mom and stock up on proteins but we do the majority of our weekly shopping at our nearby publix. I've found that I'm not really saving much by cooking…
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How do you figure out your goal weight?
Hi, I've lost 10 lbs already and I'm at 134 lbs today! I'm 5'5 (or 5'4, don't remember!) female. I've also been running and swimming again, with the overall goal of just becoming more healthy! I'm within "normal" range of my BMI, but still heavier than I've been most my life. I usually was around 100-120 lbs. What should…
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Dirty problems..
I love running with my big 90 lb Swiss shepherd! However I don't like running with his poops!! Law here says you must bag your poops, so I usually bag them and pick them up on the way home so I don't have to carry them for miles. However I've noticed my neighbors keep taking them (weird problem right?)! I'm not sure if…
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Dinner with your spouse
Every evening I wait for my hubby to have dinner, I just don't feel right eating without him. And I don't like wasting my calories on snacks... I'd much rather have a meal!!! Days like today he went in at 6am and won't be home until possibly midnight... his work is working him to death :-(. Friday nights are our date night…
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Best pandora radio running/workout stations?
Hi y'all! I've just started running again and I'm looking for some new upbeat good tempo pandora radio stations. What's your favorite ? What do you work out to? I'm a big country fan but country music is often slow... and I tried the pandora workout station but it sounded like the same 4 songs over and over to me!!
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Do you eat before you run?
I've always had breakfast before I run in the morning but apparently I'm not supposed to take my medication at night and I'm not supposed to take with food.. so that leaves me taking it in the morning before breakfast and then having to wait an hour which means running on an empty stomach. I felt like I had no energy...…
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Fried cod fillet calories???
We go to a good local fish restaurant that sells all you can eat fried fresh cod on wednesdays. It's my "cheat day" to eat all the fish I want but I'd still like to log accurately if I can... I asked one of the servers there if she knew the nutritional info but didn't know. I thought it was required by law to have the…
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Strength exercises on a budget!
Howdy! I'm looking to start doing a little strength training, but I'm on a budget and don't have a gym membership. Do you have any good ideas for homemade exercise equipment and exercises? Thanks!
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What are your favorite diet snacks?
What are your favorite diet snacks? I like Annie's gummy bunnies, fruit leathers, premier protein Carmel shakes, and fiberone brownies! And of course all fruit and veggies
