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Let's do this again...
Well, I've been on MFP for about 6 years. I've yoyo'd to what ultimately lead to an add-on of 10 pounds per year since I've started. Yep...I've gained 60 pounds since I made my account and off-and-on logged. I've realized that my health is spilling over into my daily activities. Heartburn, plantar fasciitis in my right…
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Less carbs, more fatigue...help?
Last Monday, I got the diagnosis that I was pre-diabetic. I've cut my carbs from close to 200 to around 100 cold turkey. I felt like absolute crap the first couple days and am just now starting to feel better. It's been an adjustment trading my sub sandwiches for rabbit-food lettuce wraps and all these other depressing…
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Pre-Diabetic Diet Help...
I just found out I'm pre-diabetic. I go back for an A1C test in a few months to confirm if I am in fact diabetic. I was told "Lose weight, watch what you eat, and stay away from white starches." ...I was a gestational diabetic in my first pregnancy and I know there's more to it then that. Are there any folks that regulate…
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Weightlifting Belt Recommendations (for my husband)
Looking to get my husband a weightlifting belt because "nothing says I love you like getting swole at the gym and not hurting your back" for Valentine's Day. What's a good brand... what should I be looking for? Or...is this something that he really has to try on himself? I know nothing about them. Thanks!
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HRM while weight training
I wore my HRM for the first time today while working out with dumbells and a couple machines (I usually just record some time under cardio strength...) my calories burned came out to 450 for 81 minutes. That seems like an awful lot. I did rows, bent rows, side lunges, some back exercises... I know they say a HRM is…
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High weight reps vs low weight reps...
Overall, my goal is to lose all of my jiggle and have some good definition. I downloaded a "high volume" workout plan but it doesn't specify the weight to use, just reps. 4 sets@20reps for most of the exercises. Should I be going with lots of reps at a lower weight, or lots of reps with a higher and more challenging…
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Weightlifting routines...
Where's a good place to find one? Is there a decent free app out there aside from the 5X5? I came home yesterday and my husband was all "Why did you do chest, arms, and calves today? You're going to injure yourself." And then the argument started. I don't have a set agenda on what workouts to do Monday through Friday...…
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Weightlifting and confidence...
I used to lift 10+ years ago. I haven't been back to the big boy section of the gym in years. Heck, I don't even know what's back there anymore and I don't have a set routine. The sucky part of my gym is that there aren't many (or any) women that go back by the weights. This usually wouldn't bother me but for some reason,…
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What's your meal before a race?
I have a 1/2 marathon on Sunday at 7am. What's your go-to meal the night before a big race?
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Running Fuel
I need help with a good diet for running. I'm drinking plenty of water, stretching, etc...I just feel like some days my legs are like..."Nope. Not today my friend"...and then it feels like I have 20 pound ankle weights on. My MFP is set up for 50/30/20 (Carbs, Fat, Protein). Good, bad, ugly? Is that what I should be aiming…
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Running - Legs feel like concrete
I went for a 6 mile run and ended up having to walk most of it. My legs simply felt like they were encased in concrete. This is the 2nd time this has happened and I have no idea why. Dehydrated, lacking something? Anyone have an idea?
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Recovery after Half Marathon
I did my first half on Sunday. The day of, my hip flexors and feet were killing me. It took until last night for me to be able to walk up the stairs without crawling. I couldn't lift my leg without wanting to go through the roof because of my hips. Today, the arch on my right foot hurts pretty bad, and the outsides of my…
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Working towards 1/2 Marathon
I'm a chubby asthmatic who had big goals in April of 2013 when I registered for a 1/2 marathon for April of this year. :drinker: I'm six weeks out. I'm feeling good, losing inches, losing pounds, but I'm still slow and chubby and asthmatic. I average a 16:00-30mile. I did 6.5 miles on Sunday, I'm going for 2 tonight, 4 on…
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Shins Shoes Form or Feet.
As I sit here with 2 bags of frozen zucchini and squash on my legs, I'm irritated. I average 2-3 miles a couple times a week (not a hardcore runner due to the weather months, asthma, and family/job/etc). I probably have maybeeee 75-100 miles on my Asics running shoes. I'm amping up to go for the gusto and do a half…
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Mom of Multiples...success in the tummy dept?
I have a long ways to go...but I want to know what you did to help the tummy area... I had a singleton (9lbs8oz) and I carried twins to 38 weeks (7lb7oz and 7lb2oz...I was huge but healthy!). I'm developing a slow love/hate for planks. What can be done for that lower stomach area that we all hate?
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Turkish Oil Wrestling.
Does this really exist?!?!?!?! http://www.buzzfeed.com/catesish/turkish-oil-wrestling-is-a-totally-legit-sport I need to find some olive oil.........
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Treadmill vs. Pavement
My schedule only allows me to run in the evening, around 8:45pm. During the summer, I had just a little bit of daylight left and it was perfect for an evening run. Now that it's fall, I've moved my running indoors to the gym treadmill because of the shorter days...it's way too dark for me to run outside comfortably…
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Camping Food...
It's my first time tent-camping and I'm not sure what to pack for food! We'll have a grill, cast-iron skillet, and a cooler... We're leaving Friday afternoon and will be home Sunday afternoon. Temperature's supposed to be around 88-high. Do you think frozen hamburger patties would stay in a cooler of ice from Friday…
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Color Run Question
I'm doing a 5k Colormania run tomorrow with my "almost" 4 year old (he'll be wearing sunglasses). I'm debating... if I wear contact lenses and sunglasses, will that be ok? Or should I stick with my regular eye glasses? Should I bring a bandana or something to cover his mouth? I know it's cornstarch with coloring, but to…
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Running at night with a concealed carry.
I live in a rural area, 45mph two-lane road, very minimal houses, all woods and/or fields. I never ran at night so I was really nervous, don't own pepper spray, so I opted for my small gun. It was 9pm, and I can't go out for a run before then... I "know" I'm probably ok...but it's better to have it and not need it, then…
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What to expect and how to train for a half marathon
I am a year out. I'm a crappy runner, but I'm getting there. I needed a goal. A big one. That's why I signed up for one so far away. I have some running shoes, I did a couple 5ks...What else is there besides building up my speed, stamina, etc. I saw a thread about gels...what and who and huh? Did I get myself in a pickle…
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Ripped in 30!
Is anyone else doing it? I'll be doing Week 1 Day 3 tonight and it's literately kicking my *kitten*! Love it so far, I think the workout "feels" faster than the 30 day shred.
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I'm allergic to cats.
I like dogs. That is all.
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So what's the average running time...
...for a 5k? I fully intend to run one in the fall (starting with nothing...and asthma). A goal of a 5k is good, but I'd like some input on timing miles.
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Weight is at a stand-still.
I started just after Christmas, and got down 12 pounds (which fluctuates as a 10-12 pound loss. One week I'm at 182, the next 184, the next 182...) I've got plenty to lose...once in a while I'll go over on calories (which isn't by too much...) With the exception of the past few days, I think I've been eating right. I've…
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Achilles Tendon Pain
Two weeks ago I started up on the treadmill. I'm asthmatic and slowly working up, with an ultimate goal of running in a 5k. I had old beat up Adidas shelltoes that I wore to the gym, and decided I needed an upgrade if I was going to start running. Well, I bought a new pair of Asics, and it's a world of difference, I love…
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Weight Lifting Routines...
Are there any good sites or apps out there? I want to get into the weight room (I'm getting tired of the machines...) but don't know where to start in terms of routine. aaaaaand I don't want to look like a total dork going in there blind. It's been a LONG time since I was comfortable in a weight room!
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Two exercise questions.
I tried the elliptical crossover yesterday. What in particular does it target? Also, pushups and correct hand placement. What should they line up with when I drop down? My face? My neck? How about width apart?
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Compression Shorts.
Ok, I have a stupid question. My husband bought me a pair of Under Armour compression shorts for Christmas. Do I wear them under regular shorts or exposed? What's the norm? lol They aren't shorty-shorts...they go about mid-thigh. I don't want to look like a goofball at the gym and to be honest, I never really paid…
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Boiling eggs
How long does a boiled egg keep in the fridge? I'm thinking about boiling a bunch on a Sunday to take in the morning during the week...would they keep until Friday?
