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I'm not a runner, however.......
....... I would really like to get into running. I usually use the treadmill at the gym and walk fast up a hill rather than running, but just recently I've been trying to push myself a bit more. I've managed 20 minutes at 8.5kph (about 5mph), which I know is not that great, but I'm really pleased with that. So today I…
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The body's energy usage
I would like to get a bit more of an understanding as to how the body works when exercising. My understanding is that the body uses the calories we eat as energy to carry out all functions, not just when we're exercising, including breathing, keeping the heart beating, etc, so we are constantly burning calories, even…
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Looking forward to getting to goal!
Hi everyone! I was introduced to MFP a couple of weeks ago by a friend and thought what a brilliant idea!! I love the interaction and am really looking forward to shariing worries, fears, successes, challenges, highs and ideas with like minded people. If there's anyone out there who feels the same, friend me and we'll work…
