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What Do You Take With You On Long Runs?
So I am a little nuts. I can't completely run a 5k yet, but decided to start training for a 1/2 in October. I have until September to register so I figure I will train as if I am going to do it and if I chicken out, it will still help with the 5k. I found a trail near my house (its also near the metrolink, so if I can't…
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Ganglion Cysts???
Not sure if this is the right forum topic, but it seemed like the best fit to me. So, last week in the middle of the week, I happened to be wearing ballet flats to work - something I don't normally do, I usually always were good quality tennis shoes, but was wearing a cute outfit and wanted cute shoes on. I happened to…
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Goal Advice Needed
As of this morning, I am down 50.5 pounds from my highest and am a 1.1 pounds from my first goal of 185 (it has taken me longer than I would have liked but I am here!). Once I got to 185, which is still considered overweight, I was going to set a new goal. Should I do that now, or wait til next week, when hopefully I will…
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? with TMI about Insanity (and Workout in General)
So I know I can't be the only one with this problem -- most likely other women do have/have had it. And I'm looking for suggestions on how to "improve" it. Warning TMI I am a 5' 9" woman, who started off with my highest weight at 239.9 pounds. That was almost 2 years ago. It has taken a lot longer than I had hoped but I am…
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Protein ideas
I need good tasting, easy and quick to prepare, and cheap protein ideas besides chicken. I'm not opposed to protein powders but would need ideas on things to mix them in, for a different consistency - I don't like the watery texture when mixed with water. I drink the Special K protein shakes, bars, etc. but while not…
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Where do you shop?
I live in Belleville, and although it is not that big of a deal to head over to "the city" for something, I like to think twice about it, especially if I only need one thing. But, I am looking for a specific item that it sounds like I would need to get from an organic/specality store like Whole Foods or Trader Joe's but…
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Course Suggestions
I love being a student, and despite having a BS and a M.Ed., I have decided to return to school, not to earn another advanced degree, rather for my own personal enjoyment and enrichment. And if a certificate, certification, or degree come from it, even better. I have been thinking about taking health/PE classes to learn…
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Medical Tests
I am a 34 year old (35 later this month), 5'9" woman who started out this year at 239. I have since lost 25 pounds, but can't seem to get past that. (I don't remember the last time I was around 200, and when I have gotten close int he past I get stuck.) I lost and gained the same 2 pounds for about 5 weeks, when I decided…
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Body Fat Analyzers / Scales
I am thinking about buying a scale or anaylzer that measures body fat. Do you have one? If so, which one, and why/where did you purchase it? How much did you pay for it? I know that all scales/anaylzers will have some margin of error, but do you think your's is pretty accurate?
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NSV: I feel sexy and you are never going to get to see. . .
I have always (for the most part) been comfortable with / in my body, and have tried to embrace my body for the body it is. I try to dress nice, in well-fitting clothes. Have my main wardrobe for every day wear. A few sexier pieces for a night on the town. And have even sexier pieces for those nights in. I may not have…
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Running and Blisters
Was wondering if any runners out there have any suggestions. A little over a month ago I bought some new running shoes. . .not the most expensive and not the cheapest (I work at a shoe store pt, and did my research). . .and of course ended up with a blister on each of my heels after the first few days, but I expected that,…
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What was a thinking....
Omg what was I thinking...I ordered a few DVDs including 30ds and a Insanity Fast and Furious. Just got the insanity...popped it in the DVD player and laied down on the bed and I'm exhausted (just watching it) 5 minutes in.
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NSV: Yesterday and Today
So I just had 2 NSVs. I had 1 yesterday and 1 today. Yesterday, I managed to complete C25K W3! I have tried to complete the C25K program (well, the free version I found. . .<a href>http://www.djsteveboy.com/mixes.html</a>) 2 other times in the past. And I have been on W3 for 3 weeks now. But, I managed to finish it without…
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TMI....How often do you....
Pee? I know I should make an appointment for a general check up anyway and this could mean something is wrong but I find myself having to pee quite often.... today for example I went when I got up at 730, then again before I left for work at 845, then around 1030, then I know I went at least once between then and 1, I went…
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What do you count as exercise?
So I know I wouldn't count my everyday activities as exercise, but, wondering about this one.... I just spent 1 hr 40 minutes in the yard doing yard work, raking and burning leaves, on my feet the whole time, using my arm and back muscles for the raking, and my abs/core bending over to pick things up, moved several large…
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Introduce Yourself
Hi. My name is Heather. I'm 34, single, live in Belleville and am trying to lose weight to make myself generally healthier (and other benefits). I enjoy workout (most of the time, and this is new), spending time with friends and family, playing pool and darts (although I'm not very good), and many other things. I would…
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Accurate Excersise Calorie Counts
Was wondering what your opinions are concerning accurate calorie counts during exercise? My girlfriend and I have been debating the accuracy of the treadmill/arc trainer/etc., in its calculation of calories burned. I always set up my machine with my current weight, and periodically have it check my heart rate. Today, I…
