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Where are my Trail Runners?
Just started getting into trail running and would love to friend some fellow trail runners! Here's a video of a race I finished this Tuesday if anyone is interested: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBRuOBCN27Q Friend me or reply and I'll friend you! I found some trails by my house and would love to learn more about this…
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How do you encourage your kids to be active?
It's so easy for kids to spend time on the iPads, watching tv, playing video games and there's so much junk food available everywhere. I try to put healthy snacks in the house and be a good example and include them in my activities. I think it also helps to make exercise fun when we can. :) Looking for any additional tips…
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1,000 Days of Logging
Crazy milestone. I’ve logged into MFP every single day for the past 1,000 days. I’m not sure if that’s dedication or insanity but there it is. Here are some things I’ve learned through my experiences the past 1,000 days: Blog post w/pics ---> https://thebalancinggame.wordpress.com/ Admin - if blog links aren't allowed…
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Newb Pacing Question
Trying to build up my miles per week to prepare for marathon training in the Spring. I've also been doing a lot of reading on marathon training. Most of the literature seems to recommend a slow (slower than race pace) pace for long training runs. I am just not understanding how setting the bar this low will help prepare…
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Treadmill?
I'm thinking of getting a treadmill. I currently run about 20 miles a week and will start training for my first marathon this spring. I don't mind layering up but living in Minnesota it would be nice to also have an indoor option especially through the winter. Anyone have one that they love? Recommendations on brands or…
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Treadmill
I'm thinking of getting a treadmill. I currently run about 20 miles a week and will start training for my first marathon this spring. I don't mind layering up but living in Minnesota it would be nice to also have an indoor option especially through the winter. Anyone have one that they love? I plan to have it for a long…
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Lighting?
Especially with the shorter days it's harder to get out there during the day. Any recommendations on knuckle lights and/or head lamp? I already make sure to use reflective gear and have some flashing stuff so I'm seen but it would be nice to see where I'm going as well. :) Tia!
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Does the long run ever get easier?
I will be running my 3rd 1/2 marathon next weekend and want to start building up to a base of about 20 miles per week to start full marathon training next year. This week I'll have 18 miles and will just continue with 20 from there next week and beyond until May when I start the "real" marathon training for the race next…
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Body Fat Maintenance?
This group was recommended to me via this post on another discussion board. Looks like great support here! I changed my calorie intake to maintenance about 4 months ago. In that time I've started weight lifting (3 months ago) and increased my cardio from what I was doing (1 month ago). Good news: I'm maintaining my weight…
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Body Fat % - help?
I changed my calorie intake to maintenance about 4 months ago. In that time I've started weight lifting (3 months ago) and increased my cardio from what I was doing (1 month ago). Good news: I'm maintaining my weight perfectly. Scale is always +/- half a pound. So that's good. Bad news: Body fat % has also stayed the same…
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Long runs?
I will be running my 3rd 1/2 marathon next weekend and want to start building up to a base of about 20 miles to start full marathon training next year. This week I'll have 18 miles and will just continue with 20 from there next week and beyond until May when I start the "real" marathon training for the race next October.…
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First Marathon
So I've just decided I want to run a marathon approximately 1 year from now. My longest distance thus far is the half marathon. I finished my most recent one in September in 2 hours 21 minutes. I would like to finish the marathon sub 4 hours 30 minutes though. I found a good training plan I like but I won't start that…
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Struggling with Vanilla Shakeology
I'm struggling with the new Vanilla Shakeology by beach body. (I'm not a coach.) I'll just be honest, so far I don't like it. But I really want to! Especially since I have a whole bag of it to get through this month. :) I've tried it with strawberries, with blueberries, and with milk and strawberry yogurt. So far the last…
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Weight/strength training book?
I'm looking at getting The Women's Health Big Book of Exercises but wondering if anyone's used anything else that is any better? I don't need a whole library, just one really good book to show me how to do these exercises. :) I have a barbell, bench, and lots of various weights - now just need the knowledge.
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Cycle anyone?
Over the past week I purchased a new road bike, various equipment and am registering for a duathlon in August. Looking for any semi-serious cycle buddies for fellow motivation and support! I work out 3-6 times a week, am already a runner and now looking to add in cycling. Friends anyone? Send a request or if interested I…
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Ladies, need some help! :)
I need to find a good sports bra for running and am looking for some suggestions on brand. Need something comfortable and supportive (32DDD). Any advice would be great!
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Winter Running - Gear advice?
This will be my first winter running and I'm in Minnesota so need some good gear. :) Looking for any advice on layering techniques and specific brand suggestions. There's just so much information out there it's hard to sort through it all! Thanks!
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Friends? :)
Hello! My name is Beth and I'm looking for some new MFP pals for fellow encouragement and motivation. I'm VERY active on MFP (by active I mean obsessive, if you log a workout I'll probably congratulate you within a couple hours...or minutes...) :) Took up running this spring, ran my first 5K in May and have been hooked…
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Paddle boarding anyone?
I took up stand up paddle boarding this weekend and am totally addicted! Got a new board and can't wait to go again the next chance I get. Anyone else do this or have any good resources, tips, message boards etc.?
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New runner looking for friends! :)
Hello! My name is Beth and I'm looking for some new MFP pals for fellow encouragement and motivation. I'm VERY active on MFP (by active I mean obsessive, if you log a workout I'll probably congratulate you within a couple hours) :) Took up running this spring, ran my first 5K in May and have been hooked ever since.…
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10 mile run program?
I just registered for a 10 mile run at the end of October. I have been training for a 10k at the end of August for the past couple months but think I might need to up my game if I'm going to make this new goal. Anyone have any good training program recommendations?
