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Just ran 10k on treadmill
I have been training for a 10k Today I managed to run for 10k without stopping. Speed was slow but it was my easy run day and I thought I would push it. time was about 72mins. At least I now know I have enough gas in the tank to complete it. It's an interesting way to burn over 1000cals I have 7 weeks to improve my time…
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Perth Kilt Run
I took part in the Perth Kilt run at the weekend. I was just wondering if anyone else managed this? I did it in 30mins but it's my first run of the year so I can't complain. Here is a youtube video for those interested in watching the start http://youtu.be/NOD05uxw8pQ
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New pb on 5k
I ran a new pb for a 5k race taday. I managed 27:03 (my previous best was 28:08). Highlights: Doing the distance without stopping even though I wanted to as it was so hot Getting a PB Getting a feeling for going out hard from the start and having nothing left at the end Meeting a nice woman who was running with her rescue…
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Another running injury. Can I cross train?
So After pulling my adductor about 8 weeks ago and recovering I have got another injury. I now have a muscle strain in my back, just below my shoulder blades. What is it with running that I keep getting these type of injuries????? I guess it's because I am increasing my speed and moving my arms more. Could my HRM strap be…
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First 5k - outside!
Just ran my first 5k event. It was the Parkrun at Strathclyde Park. For a treadmill runner, not having any idea of the pace was hard. I used my HRM to provide feedback on how hard I was working. I kept my rate about 161-163 for the race. I can't say I enjoyed it but for the first time running I had about 5 mins where I was…
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Charity running vest arrived
My SSPCA charity running vest arrived today. (It's a medium and fits). I have a small problem. Living in Scotland I have a tan less than a vampire. I have lost over a stone through diet changes but my upper body is just not toned. I've just had a huge stress moment. I can't wear it. I just feel WRONG. I feel like Rab C…
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Just been told I am too thin
I was at a business meeting today and was told I was too skinny. :noway: I am about a BMI of 24.8-25.0 so on one scale I am at the high end of healthy. I don't want to go down the whole body size debate but why would someone say that? :frown: I'm training for a 10k run and would like to drop another few pounds and the…
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1st appointment with physio
I have had an on-going injury since coming back to running. I now have my first appointment booked with a physio organised through my doctor. Just thought I would ask on here what this normaly involves. Do they bend you untill you hurt of just poke about a bit and tell you to rest for 2 weeks. Anyone with experience in…
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Just ran 4 miles non-stop
Just done my longest run EVER without stopping. Managed 4 miles in 46min (and hit the 5k in36 mins). I'm doing the bridge to 10k program and threw in a longer 45 min run just to see how it went and to mix up the interval training. I think I could have pushed on but I have had an injusry and don't want to push it. I think…
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New Shoes
Got new running shoes today. Actually the first pair of proper running shoes I have owned :smile: I had my run video taped on a treadmill and tried on different shoes. I have been using normal "gym" shoes the last month and this has probably agrivated the small injuries I have, Paid a bit extra to get it from the shop…
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Running advice needed for increasing distance
I have been running for a couple of weeks now and I can now do 30mins without stopping. This only seems to equate to 2.5-2.8 miles depending on my pace. (distance measured on treadmill) Yesterday I pushed on and did 3.3miles but that was at a slower pace and took over 40mins. The c2k5 week 9 seems to just be running for 30…
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Post a pic of your pet
Today is the 3rd aniversary of the day we rescued my dog from the SSPCA. Changed my live and love him loads. He is also my wee walking cardio machine. He is my profile pic. His dog breed type is "Rescued" :heart: Post a pic of your pet!
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Cholestorol
Had my results from the doctor yesterday. My cholestorol % is down to 4.7 from 5.1. A great NSV :smile: She gave me other numbers and my good cholestorol is up but I am no longer taking any of those plant sterol drinks so I am very happy. She told me to come back in a year and keep doing what I'm doing. It's all so much…
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Back to running after 2 weeks off
Took 2 weeks off after getting an injury when running. Got a pair of compression shorts when waiting to heal up. They are great. Went back for a run today. Took time to warm up and down and kept at a steady slow pace. Everything feel fine. No pain. No friction burns. Why did I not think of these things before. Compression…
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Compression Shorts for running
So I have just started to run. I have already picked up my first injury. I have pulled a muscle in my inner thigh. Would these tight compression shorts help to avoid this kind of injury in the future? Anyone had any experience? I would wear a pair of normal shorts over the top of them so the modesty factor is avoided. (I…
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Pain after running
Please help I have just started running after dropping about 20lbs and am no no longer "overweight" I have had 3 runs now and I am managing 35mins at 5.2mph. Last night I felt a tightness in my groin area. It is on the inside of my thigh right at the top of my leg. I feel it tight when I walk and don't want to run if it is…
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Saturday night workout.
It's almost 8:00pm and I am about to change and go for a run. 6 months ago I would be nursing a JD+Coke and watching the TV. Looks like this might be my weekend entertainment. A great way to celebrate 6 months off Coke, chocolate and (with 2 small excptions) alcohol. Going to make the fat cry!
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Went on the treadmill for first time
After seeing all the people doing the C25K program I decided to give it a go. Managed to run 2k, 0.3k walk (while drinking water) and then another 0.7k run at the end. Not bad for a first go! Shattered but I feel my legs got a good workout for the first time in ages. Think I can manage another run in a couple of days to…
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Who has a dog?
I have a dog that I rescued from the local pound. He is great. He is my fur-baby! What I only realised this week is the amount of calories he makes me burn. I take him a huge big walk at the weekend and take him out 3 times a day for 20mins. I ordered a new HRM and I think I will see exactly what effect it has over a week.…
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4 months off Soda and Chocolate
Today marks 4 months off Chocolate and Soda. I have lost about 20lbs. :blushing: Although I have been eating pretty well I have went completely off these and only had 1 day of alcohol in this time. My weight loss seems to have stopped but my BodyFat % is dropping. Anyone who is looking for somewhere to start, give it a…
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Puting weight on but dropping BF%
I seem to have put a couple of lbs back on over the last couple of weeks after hitting my goal weight which matches a 25%BMI. The interesting thing is that my Body Fat % seems to have dropped by 1% over the same time. Is this what happens if you just keep eating clean over a longer period? Should I just ignore the scales…
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Inches not pounds
Had to get new work clothes yesterday as I felt I was wearing someone elses suit and shirt. (an expensive byproduct of eating healthy) I was measured and I have dropped 3 shirt sizes (I only had the guts to go 2 sizes down). I got one new suit as well. It's the first time I have bought one and it fitted me without any…
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NSV at work today
I was on-site today with a customer. As it is a "holiday" it was dress down so I was wearing a new pair of jeans that actually fit me and a smaller size t-shirt. I was talking to one of the Directors and she told me that I look very different and thought I had lost loads of weight. :) Great when someone notices! I think…
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Planning for a weekend "event"
I have a social "event" on Saturday and this will be the first time I have had any Alcohol for over 3 months. I am here seeking advice to try and minimise the impact this will have on me as I will have future one-off events that will be the exception to my new TT lifestyle. I have already planned to switch to drinking…
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No longer "overweight"
This is my first post. I started out about 182 lbs and have now dropped to 164. I wish I had started MFP 6 months ago. I have been eating clean and have stopped taking alcohol, fizzy drinks and chocolate since the 2nd of January, (not a drop). I have also increased the amount of water I drink. I think I must be dropping…
