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7 years of marrage and 135 pounds gone.
As the title says, clearly my wife is starving me. These pictures were taken in the same spot about eight years apart. The first picture was taken after I asked my wife to marry me. The above photo is from my wedding seven years ago and the second pic is from about a month ago. The first picture is after I completed my…
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Thank you volunteers
If you have ever volunteered for a race, I just wanted to say thank you. I ran a 5k today, and during the race I saw a guy yelling at a volunteer working traffic control because he “had stuff to do” and apparently all us pesky runners were in his way. This guy decided to yell at some nice lady that was volunteering to…
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Calories Burned - with HRM
Ok, I've been running for about 6 years now. I recently got HRM and it says I burn around 210 calories per mile at a 10 minute mile. I know that sounds like a lot. I'm 6' and weight 260. I still thought it was high so I went online and I have found ranges from 165 to 225 calories burned. I want to be as accurate as…
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12 days left in 2012
Each year many of us make resolutions that we work hard at…. for what two months? So with less than two weeks to meet those often unrealistic goals, how is everyone doing on theirs? I know I will miss my weight loss goal, but over all I'm happy. How about you? What is this year’s resolution or are you like me and make a…
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Help I need a weight lifting program that will work!
Currently I lift three times a week for 30-40 minutes. I start out with a 3 ½ mile run followed by three lifts then ¼ mile sprint to keep up my heart rate. I am seeing results, but I know I could see more if I lifted more. Does anyone have a good upper body routine that they have seen good results with? I’m a marathoner so…
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Heart Rate Monitor
I'm looking for a heart rate monitor that won't cost too much. Suggestions anyone? Does anyone have one that doesn't require the strap? If so, how accurate do you think it is? I need one that will give me an accurate calorie burned count.
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Running Shorts
I need a new pair of running shorts, but can't seem to find shorts with pockets. Any suggestions?
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Fargo/Moorhead
Anyone from the Fargo-Moorhead area?
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Warrior Dash
I'm running my first warrior dash on Saturday. I have two questions.... 1) Any advise for a first timer? 2) My older sister is running it too. I'm a faster runner than her (2 minutes faster per mile). Although she is tough, I fear she may struggle with some of the obstacles. So, should I be the nice brother and hold back…
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What's your 2012 goal?
I clocked 1500 miles in 2011, completed a 1/2, full, and a 10K. This year I hope to do the same and more. I also hope to travel to do a major race. What is your goal?
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Training Errors
So I'm training for the Fargo Marathon (my 3rd) and last week I decided to break one of my training rules and try a new workout. I did a long kettle bell routine and it made me sore for three days. This made my runs less then impressive the rest of the week. I know better then to try new workouts during training but I…
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What is you most embarrassing race moment?
During a 1/2 marathon my nephew handed me a GU packet whcih I threw in my pocket. 200 yard later was the turn around and I got anouther GU packet from him on the return. What I didn't know is the GU packs were open and they leaked into my pockets. When I grabbed them I had GU all over my hands. I can tell you GU is nasty…
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Fargo - Moorhead
Any MFPs in the Fargo, North Dakota/Moorhead, Minnesota area? Friend me for local contacts
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Looking for Running Friends
Hello looking for running friends for motivation, advise, and support. I've ran to marathons, six halfs, and lord knows how many others. Add me if you want running friends.
