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C25k NSV
I used to hate running. I was always winded, felt like I was going to pass out, my joints hurt the next few days, and I would inevitably injure myself. I always over did it. This time I've been walk/running every other day for a month (3 weeks to finish week 1). I'm now at the end of Week 2 and I'm getting disappointed…
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Importance of a routine
Let me preface this with: this worked for me, it may not work for you. TL;DR first: Keeping a routine is a great way to get back on the wagon after falling off. Full story: I have a routine now and it saved me. Every morning I wake up, shower, dress, fix breakfast, work, snack, work, lunch, work, snack, work, preworkout…
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Cycling snacks
I'm fairly new to cycling and I usually don't go that far. But as I'm going farther out I'm needing to start taking a snack with me. Does anybody have any good ideas for a good snack that won't melt if it's hot outside?
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Skipping a day in C25k
I'm thinking of skipping a day in C25k. I'm only on week 1 and I've already completed the first two days. The second day of the program felt like a breeze. I don't even remember being winded. Should I continue with the third and final day of week 1 even though I don't think it will be a challenge? Or should I skip to week…
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Gaining weight
Over the past week I have gained about 2.6 lbs. I have been eating between 1,500 and 2,000 calories per day while burning between 300 and 700 calories per day through exercise. I work out every day by doing cardio and strength training. I was doing a Arms&Chest/Shoulders&Back/Legs split while jogging every other day (just…
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Minimalist shoes vs. 5 toe shoes vs. bare foot
Does anybody have any experience with running barefoot/minimalist? I just bought the Nike Free Run 3s, a minimalist shoe, and ran with them for the first time yesterday (back roads). With every other normal running shoe I have ever had I experienced pain in my ankles and or knees the day after a run. But I haven't felt any…
