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Back to Back Marathons
Even as I typed the subject, I recognized how crazy it sounds! I think that after completing a marathon, most people seem to have one of the following 2 thoughts: 1-Never again. 2-What challenge is next? I feel fortunate to have fallen into that second category. I loved training. I loved feeling challenged. I loved working…
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Winter Running - How to dress?
I am desperately trying to acclimate my body to cold weather running. I think that I have clothing figured out EXCEPT for my face! What would everyone recommend to buy as a mouth/face cover for running in 25 degree and below weather?
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Help! Music: Do or Don't for Race Day?
I am running my first half in exactly 3 days (I know, right?!) I think that music will be permitted. It is a small race and I have not seen any communications forbidding music. I use my headphones for all of my training runs. The music is definitely encouraging. However, alot of people don't recommend using it on race day.…
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Breakfast in a Hotel Room on Race Day???
I love that I had about a 10 minute conversation with my husband yesterday about how to make oatmeal with a coffee pot! HOWEVER: DON'T WANT TO TRUST THAT THEORY ON RACE DAY. I NEED SUGGESTIONS!!!!!!!!!! Here is why: I booked my hotel for marathon weekend and realized that I might need to rethink my go-to long run…
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Foods for Marathon Runners - Suggestions?
I am training for my first marathon. It will be in October. I need to kick my food choices up a notch! I am looking for suggestions for the best foods for runners to eat on a daily basis, for recovery, etc! Specific food items, as well as simple recipes are welcomed! **I posted this here rather than the food board b/c I…
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First Half Marathon Experience
I did it! I finished my first half marathon yesterday! My time was 2:03:05. I know that many of you on here are still working towards achieving that goal. You can do it and it will be 100% worth it on race day! Here is my summary of the experience: My overall consensus on the experience was that it was hard, but not as…
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How long before a full marathon?
With my first half approaching in a few weeks, I am already asking myself the evident question, "Will I aim for a full Marathon next?" I planned to wait until after this race to think about it, but I am so pumped up! I found one that looks very appealing. It is on October 21st. Does anyone have advice on how much training…
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How soon will I be ready to train for Marathon after Half?
With my first half approaching in a few weeks, I am already asking myself the evident question, "Will I aim for a full Marathon next?" I planned to wait until after this race to think about it, but I am so pumped up! I found one that looks very appealing. It is on October 21st. Does anyone have advice on how much training…
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AM running vs PM running
My first half is in less than a month! I am so excited! Like many of you, I work a Full Time job - mostly M-F 9-5/6 type hours. I constantly debate when to do my long run. The hot summer sun doesn't help this equation. I'd rather not run in "high sun." I have done it Tuesdays after work for the past couple of weeks. This…
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My favorite new smoothie - very low cal
I love to make smoothies and last night I threw together this extremely low cal smoothie that was surprisingly VERY taste! It tasted similiar to an Orange Julius - similiar enough for only about 50 calories at least! It is my new favorite for sure! I'm not going to even try to put measurements. I just throw it all in my…
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Getting pumped up and would love to share my excitement!
My first half is in about a month and a half. I am sooo excited, but being the detail-oriented control freak that I am, I need all of the tips and motivation that I can get! I also love to share experiences and good/bad training days. I am looking for friends so that I can fully utilize myfitnesspal for support! Anyone?…
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1st Time Half Marathon Looking for Support/Tips!
I plan to run my first half marathon on June 24th, 2012. I have been running on a regular basis for about 6 months and have never ran in any races before. I am looking for friends for support and tip-sharing! I would appreciate others training for their 1st and also experienced runners!
