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Sous Vide
I just got a sous vide for my birthday and am looking for good recipes. Last night I made this chicken piccata with artichokes and sun dried tomatoes and it was absolutely delicious. http://unorthodoxepicure.com/the-unorthodox-epicure-sous-vide-chicken-piccata/ Tonight I am cooking pork chops which i will pan sear after…
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Anyone have a Garmin Forerunner 735XT and use Zwift and Strava?
I am just starting out on Zwift and trying to figure things out. As far as I can tell, the Garmin will only cast my heart rate when I am in an activity, so when I am riding I track it as an indoor cycling activity. But by doing this, my activity is getting double counted in Strava. It's not a big problem, but I do have to…
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Differences in Race Paces
I was watching the NYC Marathon this weekend and there was a discussion about Geoffrey Kamworor's half marathon world record of 58:01 and it got me thinking about how little difference there really is in race paces among elite athletes. I was curious, so I looked it up. The men's paces are (if my math is correct): 5K-4:11…
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Marathon Training and Speed Work
This question is mainly aimed at those who have run multiple marathons (but, of course, I always appreciate the input of anyone willing to add to the discussion). Assuming you are interested in running a PR marathon, how important to you view speed work in your training? And, I guess more importantly, what type of speed…
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Favorite chicken sausage?
Do you have a favorite brand of precooked chicken sausage or other sausage that is under 200 calories? Sometimes I like to cut the links up and mix with a big batch of sauteed veggies for a quick and easy meal. Some of the brands I have tried are really good and others are nearly inedible. Would love to hear your favorites.
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What happened to the Puppy thread????
Is it me or did this thread disappear? I hope not because my life is better with it in it.
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Valentine's Day meal ideas?
Who cooks for/with their SO on Valentine's Day? What are you all making this year? Looking for ideas that are a little above the ordinary that will be fun to cook together and not too time consuming since it is a weeknight. I especially would like to do seafood, but would love to hear any other options (except for grilled…
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Unusual Heart Rate Spikes While Running
I have recently had an unusual phenomenon occurring with my heart rate while running that has me a bit concerned. It has happened several times (not every time I run) over the past few weeks and usually on easy paced runs. I will be cruising along at a comfortable pace, even chatting with friends, and I look down to see…
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Tips you use to motivate yourself
Feeling a bit of a lack of motivation lately. In fact, I am sitting here right now procrastinating on my run. Would love to hear your tips and tricks you use to motivate yourself on those days when you're just not feeling it. I'm usually a "Just Do It" kind of person, but I have to admit, it really is a lot easier when I…
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Overnight Oats- Hot or Cold?
I have attempted to make overnight oats three times now, using 3 different types of oats (rolled, steel cut and quick) and I have not been happy with the results on any of them. I have been under the impression that they are to be eaten cold, but maybe that is my mistake. Do you eat your overnight oats hot or cold? How do…
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What's your favorite race?
The Boston Marathon aside (because that is a different type of experience entirely), my absolute favorite race is the Cincinnati Flying Pig marathon event. I say "event" because it is a weekend long festival of running including a mile race, 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, kid's race and 2 mile "Flying Fur" dog run.…
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Favorite Chili recipe (or other make-ahead recipe for a guest)?
My cousin is dropping by on his way through town tomorrow for lunch. I have a commitment all morning, so I am looking for something that I can make ahead this evening that will heat up quick and easy. I am thinking of making a pot of chili and some spoon bread, but I would like to make something a little more "memorable"…
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Question for the trail runners
I am a long time runner, but I am relatively new to trail running. I absolutely love being out there on the trails, but I am finding it difficult to keep my heart rate down, even with hiking the inclines. I would like to do my trail runs on my easy days, but each run ends up feeling more like a tempo day, no matter how…
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How accurate is you activity tracker?
I ask this question for those in maintenance, because I assume you have a pretty good idea of what your TDEE is if you have been in maintenance for a while. I recently upgraded my Garmin to a model with a daily activity tracker, my first, and I am finding it to be a bit out of line with my own calculations regarding…
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Plyometrics for runners?
Does anyone do runner specific plyometric exercises? My plyobility(?) is terrible. Is that even a word? Not sure. Whatever. I can't jump for *kitten*. Last night my trainer had me doing box jumps and it was downright embarrassing. I could not even land solidly on a 12 inch step. I am pretty strong and I have good balance,…
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Core Power Protein Shakes
I was at the gas station and craving a coffee drink so I bought this Fair Life Core Power protein milk shake. Here is the nutrition info (per website and bottle): NUTRITION FACTS Serving Size 11.5 fl oz (340mL) Servings Per Container 1 Amount Per Serving Calories 210 Calories from Fat 30 % Daily Value* Total Fat 3.5g 5%…
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Power output in Cyclebar (Spinning) class?
I am a runner who is in the midst of rehabbing a hamstring injury, so I have attended several classes at the local Cyclebar studio a a means of cross training (Cyclebar is similar to Spinning). The studio uses bikes that track all kinds of metrics, including your power output in watts. They also rank all of the riders in…
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IIFYM...question on fat
For those that follow IIFYM way of eating, do you monitor your saturated vs. unsaturated fat intake? Curious to see everyone's opinions on this. I do not usually distinguish between the two, but I guess I subconsciously try to limit my saturated fat intake.
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Question for those with chronic back pain
My SIL has been laid up for the past month or so with severe back pain from a bulging or ruptured disk. I am a few hundred miles away and I feel completely helpless because I know she is miserable and there isn't much that I can do to help. I would like to send her a gift to let her know that I care. For those who suffer…
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LuluLemon...worth the price?
What is your opinion on Lulu Lemon? Prior to Christmas I went to the store with the intent of purchasing a pair of leggings for my college aged niece. I knew they were expensive, but $118 a pair??? I could not bring myself to do it, so I went to Athleta and purchased a pair for $79, which is still a crime in my eyes.…
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Make ahead breakfast casseroles for Christmas day?
Anyone have any good ones to share? I would like to make it on Tuesday or Wednesday and store it in either the fridge or the freezer for Christmas morning. I need to feed 8 people with it and I need to be able to make it gluten free. I can use GF flour or corn starch in place of regular or GF bisquick, but prefer not to…
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Gluten Free desserts for Thanksgiving?
Any recommendations? I usually get a store bought GF pie crust and make a pumpkin pie, but I am looking for something different this year. I am thinking about making a pumpkin cheesecake, but thought I would check in here and see if anyone has any great ideas. Thanks in advance!
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Cyber Monday Deals for Fitness?
Anyone finding anything worth sharing? I am searching for deals on women's half or quarter zip running tops, but so far I have not found anything worth buying.
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What were/are you snacking on today?
Share your daily snacks to help inspire ideas. Today I am having plain quinoa (leftover from dinner a few nights ago) with maple syrup and golden raisins. I also had 3 Hershey's dark chocolate miniatures.
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Why didn't I think of this?
These cheese steak stuffed Portabello mushrooms look amazing. Low carb and gluten free. Definitely going to try these next week. http://www.skinnytaste.com/philly-cheesesteak-stuffed-portobello-mushrooms/
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Boston Qualifying times for 2018
I just received word that the cutoff for the 2018 Boston marathon was BQ minus 3 minutes and 23 seconds. I am not sure, but does anyone know if that margin has ever been larger? I can only imagine the number of runners that felt fairly secure only to end up disappointed. I think BAA may need to rethink their standards if…
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Snack suggestions for people with braces?
I am an adult with braces and currently in a phase of my treatment where it is difficult to eat almost anything. Much of my usual snacks are now off the table. No nuts, chips or anything too chewy. Even fruit is hard to eat. I am getting somewhat tired of Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or peanut butter and banana, so I am…
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What is your favorite water resistant light weight jacket/shell?
I am looking for a new running shell. I want something that can keep me dry in the rain, so not too heavy, but can also be worn over my base layers to keep me dry in the snow. I prefer to have a hood and also some reflective accents, but these are not necessarily requirements. What do you wear and what do you like or not…
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Technique tips for freestyle swimming?
Hi. I am new to swimming (well, as an adult). I am trying to take it up as a means of cross-training while I rehab my hamstring tendinitis. I am finding it extremely difficult, and I know it is mostly a matter of refining my technique. Does anyone have any tips for a new swimmer that will help me become more efficient and…
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What's your current food obsession?
I tend to go through phases where I get really into a certain food and eat it every day for a period of time. Does anyone else do this too? What are your currently into? Currently, I have been addicted to homemade chimichurri sauce. I have been putting it on all of my grilled foods, particularly grilled vegetables. Also…
