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Supplements?
Hello Runners, I was wondering do any of you take any supplements while running or training? Other than vitamins is there something else you take?
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IT band issues and a race this weekend
After my last run Thursday of last week my IT band has been bothering me. If I touch the side of my knee and press it feels sore. I used my foam roller yesterday, was so busy with family over and son sick that just got around to it last night. I used some icy hot and will ice it today. I have a 15k race on Sunday, do I…
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Do you have a budget for your races?
I am curious to find out if some of you set a budget for your races? Meaning at the beginning of the year you set an amount on how much you are going to spend for races that year? or do you just go with it and register as you see a race coming?
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After you run a Half Marathon do you still run short races
So I am curious if after you run your first Half Marathon or Marathon, do you still register and run smaller races like a 5k or 10k? I will be running my first half next year and I have already started looking for races next year. But I started wondering if once you have raced that distance do you still register for the…
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TDEE and gained 2lbs
I followed the road map explained on this post http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/912920-in-place-of-a-road-map-3-2013?hl=road+map so according to this my BMR based on the Harris-Benedict Formula is 1447 I run Tues, Wed, Thursday and Saturday, Saturday is my long run since I am training for a half marathon. I do not…
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Half Marathon 350 feet net elevation loss
I have a question, should I be training downhill running for my half marathon. The information on their site states the following: Half marathon runners will experience nearly 350 feet of net elevation loss in this gentle downhill route that is great for a first time half marathon. So far my running has been on flat…
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Running with music ( Apps that uses music based on pace)
I love running with music I currently use my phone and just play Pandora and select a running playlist. But I have been reading that there are apps that play music based on the pace that you are running. I have Android phone do any of you use any of these apps? If you do which one do you like better? Or do you just make…
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Chafing
Ok so I have been reading and talking to a friend who ran a half marathon and said he suffered from Chafing. I was wondering what gear do you guys recommend I should buy for my Half Marathon racing to help me avoid Chaffing? I have never suffered from it but than again I have not ran long distances. In my training I have…
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Running Lingo
So even though I ran in high school I am just getting back into running and realized that I have forgotten or do not know some of the running lingo that I see being talked about here. Ok what are splits? Tempo? HM MP I cannot think of others but if you have any please share thanks
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athlinks.com what is this?
So I have seen a few of my friends use this site I am going to check it out but just wondering how many of you use it and it is worth it? Thanks Never mind I found out what it is
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weight gain or weight loss during training
For those of you who have lost weight while running, how long did it take before you started seeing results? Do you gain or loose weight while training? I started running because I love it, but also to help me loose weight. But it seems like I am gaining vs dropping the weight. I am just not sure what else to do. I upped…
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Need help with TDEE
I have followed this link and the instructions provided but I have a couple of questions I want to know if there is anyone out there willing to help me. I can message you thanks http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/912920-in-place-of-a-road-map-3-2013?hl=road+map
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Pace groups
Have any of you ran a race with a pacer? I have seen this before and was wondering how it works.
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How long to wait to run again after Half Marathon
So i am starting to look at races for next year. But I was wondering how long should I wait to run again after my first Half Marathon? The Half Marathon is going to be in March.
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Looking for running Friends
Hello there, I am looking to add more running friends, specially those who have been successful in loosing weight and or maintaining but without affecting their energy level for running. I am currently training for a half marathon, I ran 8 miles on Saturday and I did notice that all weekend including today I am hungrier…
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What are you Macros
Hello runner friends, I am currently training for a Half Marathon and I wanted to know what do you guys have your Macros set to here on MFP when you guys are in training mode? Thanks
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Running Form
Hello guys, I am just getting back into running and I was wondering what do you guys do to work on your running form? when I look at pictures from my races I see that I run hunched down and I am not aware that I am running like that. How can I work on making sure I am running in a straight form? Thanks
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Daily Burn Inferno
Has anyone here done this workout?
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Scale is not moving but I have improved my running pace.
It is nice to look at my stats since I picked up running last year, I love seeing how my pace has improved that keeps me motivated and makes me want to keep going and get under 10 min pace. The scale is not moving but that has not stopped me from going forward. ******5K Splash Mob 07/21/2012 (37:49 mins, pace 12 min mile)…
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Scale is not moving but I have improved my running pace.
It is nice to look at my stats since I picked up running last year, I love seeing how my pace has improved that keeps me motivated and makes me want to keep going and get under 10 min pace. The scale is not moving but that has not stopped me from going forward. ******5K Splash Mob 07/21/2012 (37:49 mins, pace 12 min mile)…
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What do you eat days before a race (5k, 10K, Half, Full)
I am curious to find out if any of you are careful on what you eat days prior to the race. Do you focus on eating clean and getting in good carbs? Do you Hydrate days prior to a race? What kin of foods do you eat?
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Half Marathon Training question
Let me give you a brief background first. I have completed 2 5ks 2 10ks and getting ready to run my third 10k This weekend. I have been following the Hal Higdon Novice 2 training program. Last week I completed my 7 mile run. Now here are my questions. 1. I have already signed up for a Half Marathon the date is March 1st…
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Half Marathon Training question
Let me give you a brief background first. I have completed 2 5ks 2 10ks and getting ready to run my third 10k This weekend. I have been following the Hal Higdon Novice 2 training program. Last week I completed my 7 mile run. Now here are my questions. 1. I have already signed up for a Half Marathon the date is March 1st…
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Disney Half Marathon
Has anyone here ever run the Disney Half Marathon? I really want to run that next year. I will be running my first Half in March and would love to run my second one at Disney. Just wanted to know what are your thought if you have done the race. And when does registration open for the next year?
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Nike APP vs Runtastic App for running
I have been using the Nike APP to track my runs, weather on the streets or on the treadmill. The things I like about the Nike app is that I can tag my shoes. I shows me how many miles I have added to my shoes. Another thing that I like is that is gives me rewards, I know they are silly regards but they keep me motivated. I…
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Looking for working moms who also are runners
Hello there, I am a working mom, who is getting back into running. I work full time and drive a total of two hours a day from and to work. I have two kids ages 5 and 3 and I love running. I used run cross country in high school and also track. Now I am getting back into running. I have completed two 5ks and two 10ks.…
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Muscle Egg
I was wondering if anyone here drinks Muscle Egg and what do you think about it?
