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Runners Question... Pain in shoulder
I've been running consistently for the past year. Recently, last 10 days, I have been experiencing a strong pain in my left shoulder when running. It started with just a mild pain that would go away after the 1st mile. The pain has been lasting the entire run into the day/night. Needing Advil or Tylenol as well as a muscle…
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Slow Runner, Getting back at it Again.
I am a slow runner. I have always been a slow runner. And I finally can accept I am and can be a slow runner. About 10 years ago, I was a consistent new runner. I ran for 2 years straight. I ran 6 to 7 miles comfortably. I started at 13.5 minute mile got down to on a good day around 11.5 minute mile. I typically averaged…
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Things I can do because I am losing weight (learning to have a healthy relationship with food)
I thought I would start a thread for the motivation side of losing weight. So many things have improved already and I can't wait to get to the finish line, then maintenance for life. Please join in and post your success in your journey Just a couple to start: Walking up a flight of stairs without huffing. Only one day.. so…
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Kettle Ball to purchase
I will be new to kettle ball and am wondering if anyone has a recommendation for kettle ball they use and like the design. I have just started to look at kettle balls and seems like there is a wide spectrum of design and price. Would a kettle ball which allows you to change the weight be a good investment? Is there a…
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Is it possible to gain some muscle while losing weight?
I've read many posts that indicate you cannot gain muscle in a calorie deficit. My question is why not? I am not talking having a sculpted body. I am talking building muscle in general. I am 53 Female too heavy, losing weight, having very little upper body strength. I am going to be adding some upper weightlifting to try…
