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Black Flagged Race
I am running my first half-marathon tomorrow morning, and the forecast calls for isolated thunderstorms. If there is imminent danger I understand I should seek shelter until it passes, but I hope some of you seasoned runners can help me understand how a black flag during a race works. How bad/close do the storms need to be…
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A "large" NSV
I just put on a new pair of shorts, and there is no X in the size. I am so excited that for a few seconds I thought about "accidentally" leaving the tag on them. :happy:
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Trouble Running in the Heat
For the first time in over six months I was unable to finish my run today. About 3 miles into my 5 mile run I began to feel lightheaded and excessively tired. My heart rate was just below my max, and my fingers were so swollen I couldn't make a fist. After another half mile I felt no better and slowed to a walk. The 1.5…
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1 Year, 85 lbs., and countless NSV's
One year ago today I began my new, healthier lifestyle. A great group of friends asked me to join a Biggest Loser style group. I do not know why, but this was the catalyst I needed. After years of half-assing it I finally committed to a change. I signed-up for MFP and logged every bite, lick, and nibble. I also began…
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Injected & Oral Steroids
I have a severe allergic reaction to poison ivy/oak/sumac, and my doctor gave me a steroid shot tonight and prescribed two weeks of oral steroids. I am looking forward to relief from the itchy rash, but as nervous about weight gain. This is my first time on any form of steroid so I have no idea how my body will react. The…
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Crying in the Dressing Room
I went shopping for jeans tonight and discovered that I am no longer wearing plus sizes!!!!! I was so excited that I tried on several pairs to be sure and even tried on normal size tops. Not only did they fit, I did not have to suck in to zip them and they were very comfortable. Last fall I would find two pairs of jeans…
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Running Questions
I have been running for a few months and can comfortably run 3 miles 2 or 3 times a week and am working towards running a mini-marathon in May. After working through the newbie concerns I now have other questions. Help! 1. I want to increase my speed and distance. Would it be better to do one at a time? And if so which…
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50 lbs. in 5 Months with Pics
I told myself that I would post when I lost my first 50 lbs., but it took me a couple weeks to get the courage to do so. I felt so awful about myself last year that there are very few pictures of me at my heaviest. And looking at them has been hard for me, but over the last five months I have gained much needed inspiration…
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Safety Running at Night
I went for a run around 9:30 tonight and had a scare. I was doing my cool down walk on the stretch between my addition and the one behind us when a car driving towards me slowed down. Once about 10 yards past me it stopped and a man got out. I saw him take one step in my direction and I took off. After a bit I looked…
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3 Miles!!!
I was tired and in a pissy mood tonight. At 9:45 I was debating whether or not to go to the gym. I still had grocery shopping to do, dishes to wash, toys to pick-up, and did I mention I was in a bad mood? Ten weeks ago any one of these excuses would have been enough for me to sit on the couch with a pint of Ben and…
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NSV I Jogged 2 Miles!
When I began taking better care of myself 9 weeks ago I was worn out walking 2 miles and couldn't jog a quarter mile. Tonight I jogged 2 miles without stopping. It felt so good!!
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Post-Jog Headache
Over the last two weeks I have developed a nasty headache after leaving the gym. It starts in my cheeks and moves up just above my eyes on both sides. Anyone else experience this? I never feel thirsty on the treadmill but thought maybe it was dehydration. So today I took a water bottle and made a point of drinking during…
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Stupid HRM Chest Strap Question
I worked out with my new Polar F4 for the first time tonight and am baffled by the chest strap. Placement should be just below the breast plate, right? I am large chested and have a fairly substantial sports bra so below the lower band of my bra is well below my breasts. Will I get an accurate reading if I place it there?…
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Exercising After Being Sick?
In the last 6 weeks I have developed some healthy eating habits and been very consistent about getting to the gym. Hell, I even I lost weight on vacation. But this last week I had flu and now pneumonia. I am on day 4 of antibiotics. Breathing is still a little difficult at times so I know I cannot return to my normal…
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Closed down the place...
I have seen my share of last calls, but tonight, for the first time, I closed down the gym. This Friday night I was working off some of those fuzzy, fun nights (and the Taco Bell trips afterward). :drinker: I don't know if you would it call it a NSV, but I am feeling pretty good.
