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running cramp
recently i trained and completed a half marathon. i followed a 20week training program, although i did miss a couple runs during the last few weeks. during the half marathon i felt good, getting mildly tired but not exhausted at mile 7 when i got a severe muscle cramp in my left calf. i was able to get it to release,…
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caffiene free night shifters
are there any night shifters that are caffiene free?? i am thinking about giving up pop, but i have the most problems between 3 am and my drive home. i am not necessarily looking to go caffiene free - just cutting out pop for a while to see what happens (sort of a science experiment, to see if it makes a big enough…
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how to carry personal protection when running?
ok so this may be a strange question -- but does anyone carry personal protection when running, pepper spray or gun... where do you carry it so it doesn't flop around or get in your way??? i just can't seem to find a way to carry anything that wont drive me absolutely nuts. i haven't been running much the past couple weeks…
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would one day a week weight lifting be worth it?
i want to start lifting weights but i have many roadblocks to figure out first - so i am trying to figure out if it is completely worth it at this time. I work night shift, i have a toddler that i have daycare for after my shifts so i can sleep for 5 hours, on my days off no daycare. the closest gym to me is 1/2 hour away.…
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how often do you get new running shoes?
i am just curious - i have been buying a new pair every spring, wear them outdoor running all spring/summer/fall and on treadmill in winter then buy new. but i only run 30 - 40 miles a month. so do people base shoe replacement on miles run - or on tread life -- for treadmill running does tread on shoes really make a…
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I can run but i can't breath
I am fairly sure that i have mild exercise induced asthma - (self diagnosed) i can run 12 minute mile pace for about 20 minutes then my body feels like it can keep going but i just can not catch my breath enough to continue at that pace, - usually if i walk for a few minutes i can run again for short distances but have to…
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fitbit users which one do you recommend?
i have a fitbit ultra (one that goes in pocket or clips to clothes) have had it for two years. i love it, but 6 months ago i broke the screen and button so it was less helpful during the day, i would have to log onto a computer to see my progress, now today I finally did the unthinkable and put it through the washer. --…
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goal: 20 pounds by new years.
over the past few years i start out each year great with my diet (watching calories and workingout) and am able to lose 20-30 pounds between january and May, then i typically maintain that weight through the summer and then between september and end of december i gain 10-15 pounds back. so I am taking 2 steps forward and…
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running shoe problem or out of shape problem
when i run i get a horrible pain in the middle of my foot (lateral to arch), to the point that i have to walk more, but by the time i get to mile 2 the pain usually subsides. like a major cramp feeling. --- i am not a big time runner (a 5 k in 35 min is a good day for me) i recently bought new shoes, saucony guide 6 -…
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birthday prank ideas
I have a friend that is turning 50 in a few weeks and we prank her every year, but this year i am drawing a blank of what to do to her - wondering if anyone has fun ideas. in the past we have: plastic wrapped her car and then her to a bar stool, TP'd her house, rearranged her bar that she owns, put up big banners across…
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??? for PB2 eaters
i love pb2, but i often grab the jar of regular peanut butter because of a convience factor, not having to mix the powder up when on the run. so i have been wondering can you mix up a bunch of the pb2 and will it keep in a jar for several days?? do you have to keep it in the refridgerator or anything??
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cabin fever - loss of energy
i have been on a roll losing weight this year and running 3 miles at least 3 times a week. - i know it doesn't seem like much for most of you, but i have a busy lifestyle and messed up schedule that only allows for an hour of structured workout couple times a week, through out the day i normally do little workouts, like…
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wildest/ wierdest thing that has happened to you?
what is the wildest or weirdest thing that has happened to you in your life? just a random thought --- think it would be interesting to see what others have experienced in their lives. most days i think my life is fairly boring then i look down and my leg and see a big scar where i got bit by a black bear while deer…
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net calories
so i was looking at the reports on MFP and did the net calorie report. just a little confused - i thought i would see all the graph bars going into the negative when i have a deficit each day, but they went up into the positive area. so a positive net calories is a good thing??? is there any nice way to find out a weeks…
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i am weak
i am having a bad day today, one of those days were i can not stop thinking about food. i am stuck at home bored with a small child. i can't go run on the treadmill because my toddler is awake. i can't workout in front of the TV because she keeps getting in the way tripping me up. so i am sitting and watching movies with…
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anyone have experience with saffron extract???
i am one that struggles with bordem and tired eating (mindless eating) - i work nights and have a toddler so i am chronically tired and sometimes find myself without thinking about it eating to stay awake. recently some people have told me about saffron extract that claimes to prevent overeating and curb cravings. I have…
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treadmill recommendations
can anyone recommend a good treadmill to buy. i started running 5K s this past summer and i am by no means fast but i found out i do actually enjoy running and would like to continue it into the winter. but with my husband on different shifts and a small toddler at home getting outside to run is getting tougher. so i want…
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i still hate running - anybody else like this?
i started the c25k in may, (my own variation of part of it) i have done one 5k did better than i thought i would, am signed up for another 5k this coming saturday. in the past 28 years of life i hated running that is why i never did this sooner, but i thought that once i got in better shape i would enjoy it more. but…
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HELP CANT STOP EATING
in january i started countin calories - did great lost 30 pounds in 3-4 months - then hit the wall. had a few weddings and other parties that got me off track, i still count calories and still maintain a deficit (not as big of one that i want) and now i have been starting to run a couple times a week. but i feel hungry ALL…
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is fitbit worth it
i am looking at getting a fit bit - i like it because i can plop it in a pocket and it still works. i want the nike fuel band but dont think i would like it on at work because it doesn't look like it has a good enough watch portion for my work (nursing) and would drive me nuts to wear two bands, not to mention the cost.…
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having trouble keeping an excersize routine
i am trying so hard to find an excersize routine that i can stick to on a daily basis. i work 7p-7a 3 nights a week, have an hour drive to and from work, then get to sleep 4 -5 hours before having to be up and spend time with my 18 month old. by the time i get home i can barely keep my eyes open, let alone even think about…
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never thought it was possible
when i decided it was time for a change at new years and i cut my calorie amount to 1300 from eating everything in sight. after a month i was still struggling to not eat, i was hungry alll the time and miserable. now after month 3 - i am actually eating less than the 1300 and have to make myself eat more. Never in my life…
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need to get back on track
anybody got any tips to getting back on track, after having a few bad diet days. i was doing great for 5 weeks lost 13 pounds with mainly calorie counting. was feeling great. had a couple family functions over last weekend had big meals with family and few too many drinks. and things have spiralled from there. this week is…
