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MapMyRun sync not updating to my Diary
Hello, I am not sure where to post this but sometimes my Cardio exercises (synced from MapMyRun) are not updating to my MFP Newsfeed. Sometimes it does work. Under Newsfeed settings, I do have "I perform a Cardio Exercise" Anyone else have this issue? Thanks for the feedback -Jennifer
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Getting sick after starting to Exercise more
After a few intermissions from exercising routinely because of injuries and laziness, I have noticed that I often get sick a little while after starting up again. I am wondering why I am see this pattern and if I am the only one. My theories for this are 1. Its just an incredible coincidence, 2. These virus' are just…
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Fish Oil
Does anyone take fish oil? Do you think the taste is worth the health benefits?
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I RUN because deep down I am the Blerch
I have recently fallen in love with running all over again. In my obsession, I found this wonderful comic at The Oatmeal. It is too funny for just me so I wanted to share. ENJOY :laugh: http://theoatmeal.com/comics/running
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What happened to my Mental Toughness?
At the beginning of this month, I felt on top of the world and even declared I had the best run ever on 5/6. I was very proud but ever since then every run has just SUCKED - my pace has slowed, my lungs are filled with fire, and I have just been working through pain to pain (no injuries). I feel akward again and have lost…
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Second toe(nail) pain with new shoes.
About a month ago I got my feet professionally fitted. They filmed me run and everything. And I went home with a shiny new pair of Asics Gel-Kayano 20's. I wanted to feel like I was running on little clouds and these shoes felt like they fit the bill. I have eased into these shoes while I retired my Asics Nimbus' which…
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Match IIFYM macros to MFP exactly
Are you looking to match you IIFYM macros to MFP exactly? Are you frustrated that you can only change macros in MFP to within 5%? Check out this script I recently stumbled upon so you can update MFP macros to within1%. http://karoshiethos.com/2013/08/13/javascript-bookmarklet-for-enhanced-macro-goals-in-myfitnesspal/…
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Runner needs macro help.
Hello everybody. With the nice weather I have begun to run a lot more. I have a goal of 120miles for the month of April so I looking at my diet to see if I will have enough "Fuel". 5"6 40YO SW: 180.2 (January 15, 2014) CW: 156.6 I am currently set up on the MFP typical female LCD (1200 calories) but I would like to…
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What do you say to yourself during a hard workout?
I do a lot of self-talk during my workouts especially when they start to get tough. :grumble: Now that I am exercising more I realize how powerful these positive messages to myself really are! :happy: During my runs, it is mainly about how athletes don't stop, they press on through the pain. Othertimes I pretend I am a…
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Are you suffering from IT band issues?
I have had quite a bit of knee pain stemming from IT band issues lately. I have tried several different exercise and none have had much of an effect. I recently found this webpage and my pain level has definitely decreased. http://b-reddy.org/2012/03/04/the-best-damn-it-band-stretch-ever/ Hallelujah!
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Dessert ideas for Prime Rib Dinner
I am going to a dinner party on Saturday where the host is serving Prime Rib for 7 people. He is an extravagant cook and I expect to be well fed :tongue: I also expect to keep my hands in my pockets for the majority of the night so I don't eat everything :drinker: Folks are usually full before dessert arrives so the…
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BMR Calculator
Found this metabolic calculator today and I thought I would share. Enjoy! http://www.health-calc.com/diet/energy-expenditure-advanced
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Where are my rowers out there?
Anyone out there feeling the burn on the rowing machine? 'Cause damn this is hard and I am dripping sweat all over my living room floor. I have a water rower. It has a nice pull and the sloshing is quite nice in the morning. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WaterRower Current goal is 5000 meters in 20 minutes but I also need…
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Health and fitness in Hollywood movies
Just finished watching the first episode of House of Cards. Got excited watching the scene introducing the water rower in the basement. I am glad to see Hollywood including health and fitness into the storyline. It motivates me. What are your favorite movies and television shows that feature scenes about health and fitness?
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Searching for West Coast Friends
Hey everybody, I am looking for friends closer to my time zone So let me know if you are a West Coastie (US, Canada, Alaska, Hawaii) Or send me an FR. I am motivated and I log in everyday. I would like to cheer people on in real time. Suncluster
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Guestimating measurement of meal components
I started just about a month ago and I have to say the hardest part so far is guessing the weights and measurements of all of the individual components of my meal when things can't be separated. For instance, if I make stir-fry, then I have to guess the weight/masurement of the red peppers, chicken, garlic, broccoli, etc.…
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Making the plan
A little while back I reached a milestone age and I took a long hard look at the person I have become. I had plans for who I was going to be, not rich, not having things, but being of strong character and having the determination to achieve my goals. Now, with my son's fresh face looking at me I have to say I am making a…
