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Couch to 5K apps for iPhone
Now that this crazy Minnesota weather has decided for the most part that it's spring, I'm looking at wanting to start a Couch to 5K. What are some good Couch to 5K apps for the iPhone?
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Cold weather and aches
I'm in the Twin Cities and it's been COLD the past couple of days (today, the high was -5 even though it felt like -35 with the wind chill). Does anybody else who lives in the northern US (and maybe Canada) have to deal with aches when it gets this cold outside?
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Muscle Spasms--how long to wait to work out?
After having some muscle spasms in my lower back, how long should I wait until starting to work out again? Yes, I do mean easing back into my workouts. I have been treating them with ice packs and Advil.
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Question about gravy
Tonight, my boyfriend and I here having a little argument about gravy. He has to have gravy with his mashed potatoes for some odd reason. I think that gravy's not much better for you than butter. My boyfriend has started making some changes to his diet because of high cholesterol and he's trying to get it down on his own.…
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Am I consuming enough calories?
I am wondering if I am consuming enough calories. I did about an hour of Body Pump today and also got a 30 minute walk in. Below is the link to my food diary (date 9/13). Am I eating enough? I'm 5'0" and 196 lbs right now. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/ser0630
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Anybody Notice a difference
Since I can't figure out how to post pictures here yet, below is a link to 4 pictures that I took of myself. http://s32.photobucket.com/albums/d33/rose0363/ (you may have to copy and paste the link view it) The first two were taken about a month ago. The second two were taken today. Anybody notice any difference?
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Steak tips recipe. (healthy beef stroganoff-type).
If you're looking for a healthy/low calorie version of beef stroganoff (sp?), I found a good one that several people have liked (my boyfriend LOVES it!). Here's the link to it: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/steak-tips-with-peppered-mushroom-gravy-10000001949742/ For the egg noodles, I have used the no-yolk ones. It's…
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1000 calorie burn day
Today, I had a 1000 calorie burn day. I had two walks today (with my boyfriend)--one for 55 minutes and the second one for 30 minutes (not long after dinner). I also went to spin class today where I burned about 670 calories. I would like to have a day like this once a week. My calorie intake goal is between 1700 and 2000…
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Anyone else doing a couch to 5k program?
Is anybody else doing (or have done) a couch to 5k program? I'm very interested in starting one. Any good website recommendations?
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Heat, Humidty, and Working out--anyone else have problems?
I know that heat and humidity affect people in different ways. For the past couple of weeks, it's been hot and humid for probably most of the country--the Twin Cities being no different. Does anybody else have problems working out when it's hot and humid? Yes, I have had heat stroke symptoms before and I know that plays a…
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Haven't been working out in over a week...
I have gotten off track workout wise. The reason why is that I've been studying to take a CAPM (certified associate in project management) certification exam that I'm taking on Tuesday (the 12th). I've been doing alright food wise. After I take this exam, I will get back on track with a workout schedule! (I'm just slightly…
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Question about swelling, humidity, and exercise?
Does anybody else have a problem with swelling (like in their knee) when it's humid out? If you do, do you still manage to get in some kind of a workout or take the day off? I just noticed this recently with my right knee (which I have had a couple of injuries too) when it's humid outside. I have noticed swelling in the…
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Food related NSV
My brother thought he would be nice (and he was trying to be helpful) and run to go get lunch since I'm helping him with two computers that he's rebuilding. He brought back two Wendy's grilled chicken sandwiches and 2 small orders of their new fresh cut sides with sea salt--he did ask for both orders of fries to be not…
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Massages
I was wondering if anybody else here gets a massage on a regular basis. I scheduled an appointment for one tomorrow night. I know massages help relieve stress and loosen up muscles that are tight. I'm asking because the last massage I had was over two years ago.
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Starting over!
I'm starting over. (BOO!!!!) I've gained the two pounds that I've lost since I tweaked my back last week. It sucks, but I've got some stretching exercises from a friend of mine who is a personal trainer to help with the back issues and I've got a workout schedule (that I made). So, I'm back at it again :angry:
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I need to get back on track!
I need to get back on track as far as working out goes. It's been a struggle for me since I've had a minor knee sprain about a month ago and dealing with a cold (that I'm finally getting over). I have post it notes on my computer monitor and my TV at home. I've got a post it note on my computer monitor at work and I have a…
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Starting tomorrow (Oct. 4), I'm giving up my diet Pepsi habi
Starting tomorrow (Oct. 4), I am giving up my diet Pepsi habit. I had quit drinking it for a while, but then while I was recovering from a sprained knee--I started drinking it again.
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Banana-Blueberry Muffins
I found this recipe for banana-blueberry muffins on www.eatingwell.com and I thought I would try it. Talk about YUMMY! I doubled the amount of cinnamon used and used egg beaters instead of 2 large eggs. (1/2 cup equals about 2 large eggs) http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/banana_blueberry_muffins.html Banana-Blueberry…
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trying to work out with a physical disability
I was wondering if there is anybody else here who has some kind of physical disability (or even an issue that might make working out difficult). I'm asking because I have a permanent disability as the result of a severe injury. My left wrist acts like it's fused, but it's not. I had to have part of my left arm going up…
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hello! my first day here!
Hello from the Twin Cities. My name is Shannon. I started here today to keep a food journal to help get to my goal weight. I'm 33 and I'm trying to get back to my "pre-injury" weight. I survived a terrifying 12 foot fall 6 years ago and I've been working on losing the weight that I gained due to a period of "forced…
