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ANOTHER DREADED CARB POST.....for Runners!
Ok so before you guys go carb crazy on me.....let me explain myself first! So I am a runner..... not a professional runner, but I run 4 days a week averaging about 20-25 miles. My diet has always consisted of 1200 calories 40% protein, 30% carbs 30% fat, (for me to lose weight) I have read over and over again that runners…
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Anyone tried KT TAPE?
I am having some Hip Flexor and Hamstring issues, and someone recommended I try KT tape......Has anyone used it, and had good results? I am training for half, and need help with the soreness so I can keep running!
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Fellow Runners, I need advice!!
I have been running off and on for 3 years now. I took a while off during the summer and started back in August 2011, and have been steadily (but slowly) increasing my mileage training for a half marathon in March. I have had some pain in my Left hip off and on AFTER I run. I wait a few days and let my hip feel better…
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Vibram FiveFingers
I have been researching which vibrams to buy for myself for a few days now....and I am still confused! I am down to Bikala, KSO, or komodosport. I will use them for running. I run 4-5 days a week about 15-20 miles a week.(but will be increasing this training for half marathon) I prefer to exercise barefoot so I really…
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Runners......What do you do?
This is for those runners out there! I am training for half marathon in March 2012, I have an upcoming 5k, and 10k in the meantime. I do work on upper body strength training, but for my lower half I just run (because I am worried about painful legs or injuries preventing my from running in my races) IF you run, and/or…
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Turbo Fire VS Insanity
I have done 1 1/2 rounds of P90X, and did about a week of insanity but was not real fond of it. I am considering ordering turbo fire, but wondering if it is along the same line as Insanity?? I really LOVE P90x, but am wanting something new and different. I didnt care for Insanity, so I dont want to order Turbofire if it is…
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My 90 day p90x results.....
Below are my results after 90 days of p90x......just incase you want to know! ; ~ ) I am 5"8 starting weight- 176 after 90 days- 159 = 17 lbs lost BMI- 26.8 90 days- 24.2 starting measurements~ chest- 40 inches 90 days- 37 = 3 inches lost "waist- 31 inches 90 days-28 = 3 inches lost " hips- 39 inches 90 days- 33.5 = 5.5…
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Protein vs Carbs when running!
so I decided to change things up (formerly protein40% fat30% carb30%) so I decided to switch it 40%carb 30%fat 30%protein because I need more carbs while I am running (or so I have heard)! Well I gained 1.4 lbs this week!:sad: I have always had trouble maintaining my weight when I eat more carbs than protein. So my…
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I need advice from runners!
I have been training for my first 5K for the last 2 months. I am up to running 4 miles 4 days a week. (walk 1 mile, run 3) actually I jog not run! :grumble: I have had a little problem with sore shins/calf mostly in my left leg, but nothing I cant live with. Yesterday I was stupid and did some stretching without warming up…
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Please recommend a fun at home workout!
I have done 120 days of p90x and LOVED it:love: ...had great results! I have done a few weeks of Insanity (didnt care for it:noway: ) too hardcore for me. I am kind of burned out on p90x, and are currently just going to the gym. (boring:yawn: ) I am looking for a complete workout that I can do at home that has toning and…
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How healthy do your kids eat?
I am really trying hard to teach my children healthy eating.....BUT they just arent getting it! I have a 14 yr old son, 9 yr old dtr and 5 yr old dtr. My 14 yr old son and 5 yr old dtr are skinny. My 9 yr old dtr is a little overweight. So my question is, Do you make your children eat healthy or do you just not worry about…
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Maintenance
Just curious if you have lost your weight, how are you maintaining? Are you still logging everyday, how much exercise? I have not adjusted my calories to show maintaining yet? I am at a cycle where I gain over the weekends then I work hard during week to lose what I gained (2-3 lbs) so should I change it? I have cut back…
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Polar HRM Sports Bra
Has anyone used the Polar HRM Sports Bra yet? The monitor is in the bra, so you don't have to wear a chest strap? I was wondering if it works good, or if you can use it with any polar watch. Sounds like a great idea!
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I reached my goal! WOOHOO!!!
Just wanted to share with everyone, I reached my goal of 21 lb weight loss! :bigsmile: After about 142 days of p90x. The even better news, I am gonna keep going! This is a lifestyle change not a diet! I am in it for the long haul! My 90 day before and after pictures are in my profile, but when I get back from my vacation…
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I am at a plateau again!! P90x help!
I started this Jan 26 at 176lbs, I am doing p90x 6 days a week. I finish round 1 with GREAT results. (I was doing lean version) I am starting wk 4 of round 2 classic version. (i do add 2 evenings extra of cardio on top of regular p90x) My base calorie intake is 1200, I usually eat 1500 on my exercise days. (burn @ 600-800…
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Healthy options for kids
I am trying really hard to get my kids to eat healthy, but they don't want anything to do with it. I fix it and they just wont eat it. Anyone have any suggestions, websites, recipes or what has worked with their kids. Greatly appreciated!
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My 90 day p90x results w/ before/after pics
Below are my results after 90 days of p90x......just incase you want to know! ; ~ ) I am 5"8 starting weight- 176 after 90 days- 159 = 17 lbs lost BMI- 26.8 90 days- 24.2 starting measurements~ chest- 40 inches 90 days- 37 = 3 inches lost "waist- 31 inches 90 days-28 = 3 inches lost " hips- 39 inches 90 days- 33.5 = 5.5…
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Fruit and going over on sugar
I am sure if I go back and look there are a ton of post on this.....BUT! Here is my problem..... I am almost to the end of my 1st 90 day round of p90x and I have been doing good, (6 lbs from my goal) I have kept on the higher protein/lower carb cycle the entire 90 days and it has worked for me. However, I am trying to add…
