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Cyclists: Is there anything like C25K for biking?
I'm a runner and I'm very familiar with the C25K program and other like it - it's a great way to gradually build up your endurance. I'd like to take up cycling too, because I really want to be able to take multi-day biking vacations, but right now there's no way I would survive one, especially if there were hills, LOL. So,…
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It's never too to get started...
If you've ever wondered if you're too old or it's too late to get started on a fitness regimen, check out this story - a 101 year old man is training for his 'last' marathon (he ran one last year at 100, didn't start running marathons until he was 89...this will be his 9th). He runs 4 hours a day to "inspire the masses" -…
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What are you doing with the money you save?
What are you doing with the money you save by not buying cigarettes? I was trying to figure out something special to do with it, that would also be a reward, and finally decided to set it aside and use it to buy running and exercise gear :smile: I'm a runner, believe or not, and I have enough basics (clothes, shoes) that I…
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Runners High?
Have any of you regular runners experienced the 'runner's high'? I run regularly, and I don't think I've ever experienced it, but I'm not sure because I don't really know what to expect. Is it something you feel during the run or afterwards? Is it only at really long distances? I run 2.5-4 miles usually, and I usually feel…
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Mixed Blessing NSV
I went to get dressed for dinner tonight and discovered one of my favorite go-to skirts doesn't fit anymore, and then a pair of capris hung off me - clearly I am going to need some new clothes soon. I'm happy that my old clothes are getting loose, but I was hoping to get down a little lower before I invest in a new…
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Kind of new - looking for other petite women friends!
Hi, I've been on MFP now for about 2 months and I love this site. I've gotten so many great ideas from reading about other people's experiences. Tracking what I eat has really helped me be more consistent and inspired to eat better. As a petite woman (5'0"), I'm all too aware that those of us who are height-challenged face…
