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Alpha-Gal - Dead and Back Again
I posted this in my blog and posting it here too in case there are others out there with this rare alpha-gal allergy... This is a story of my recent medical discovery, death, and outlook on life and fitness. I have been relatively successful with weight loss, losing a total of 50 pounds and running my first marathon a…
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Running To My Limit
I'm training for my first full marathon, and on a long run (16 miles) I found that I could only run about 10-11 miles, and then walk-ran and then walked until I couldn't walk anymore at mile 14. Even downhill in the shade didn't seem possible. I was talking to myself and looking at the grass wanting to lay down. Has this…
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Wellness Committee Ideas
I've asked this awhile back when I joined my company's wellness committee, and now bringing it back for fresh new ideas. What does your company do to help with your fitness goals? Maybe a past company, or something you would like to see offered. I have been lobbying for subsidized gym memberships, but it's a hard sell. I'm…
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Self-Diagnosed Plantar Fisciitis
Well, I thought I had this (plantar fisciitis). I scoured the web, and my symptoms matched almost perfectly. So odd that the pain is in the center of one of my heels. Well, I must admit that I have been running more lately. I'm in my 40's, which also matches the online diagnosis. I had a scar though, and thought maybe I…
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iSmoothRun Sync
I noticed on the Blog today that iSmoothRun works with MFP. I'm wondering how to set that up? http://blog.myfitnesspal.com/2013/09/25/run-smoothly-with-our-new-partner-ismoothrun/ I haven't used iSmoothRun before, but I have the app, and it's the latest version. Thanks! Doug
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First Half Marathon
I've signed up for my first half marathon. It's the KC Marathon on Oct. 19. The furthest I've ran is 11k, and my average pace is probably around 8-9 min/mile. I found a great iPhone app called Gipis Running that links to Runkeeper. It seems to set up a great running plan. Where can I learn more about running, how to avoid…
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Never Give Up!
You are worth it! Make yourself a priority. When you believe that, results will follow. :happy: Wishing everyone the best on their journeys. :flowerforyou:
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Shoulder Injury - Looking for opinions
DISCLAIMER: First and foremost, I know that no advice here will replace medical treatment. Please don't post "Go see a doctor!" type of posts, as I am planning to do that, but he's a general practitioner, and I'm looking for opinions of people with more of a specialty. I understand that ANYBODY can post on the Internet,…
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iOS: runtastic Situps PRO is free on 12/1/12
If you have an iPhone/iPad/iPod touch, I recommend you get the app that's free today called "runtastic situps PRO". I just got it, and am happy to have found something I can do (besides sitting on the couch!) while watching previous seasons of The Biggest Loser! You really can do this workout anytime, so just pick it up…
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Vending Machines at Work
Do you have vending machines in your office or workplace? Soda/snacks? What about healthy alternatives like HealthyVending.com or another? We have a soda machine and the HealthyVending idea was shot down as being too expensive. I'm hoping to hear a success story on vending machines!
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Corporate Fitness Ideas
Hi everyone, I'm looking for ideas to encourage fitness at my company. I've recently joined our Wellness Committee and would like to hear ideas for promoting health and wellness. What has your company done that you have liked? What has worked to get more people motivated? Do you have an idea that you would like to see…
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Biking To Work - Any Suggestions?
Hi all, I'm new to bicycling and have started commuting to work via my hybrid Cannondale M700. Read my blog here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/doggiesnot/view/biking-to-work-278924 Any tips or pointers? I have a headlight, taillight, rear luggage rack (but I use a backpack mostly). My biggest concern I guess is if I…
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DDPYoga
Anyone doing it? I should get my DVD's in the mail any day now and am excited to try it! Especially after watching this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qX9FSZJu448
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May the 4th Be With You
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Hello
...World. Well, I'm a C++ developer. I'm married with two kids, ages 21 and 16. I'm 42. My goal is to lose weight and be healthy and happy. I'm open to any friends and am honestly not sure yet how well I will be keeping up with the forums. But I will be tracking food and exercise daily, and may delve into the blog section…
