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Hey Runners! This newbie needs advice
I started running 2 weeks ago and I love it, but I have been dealing with shin splints :sad: I bought better running shoes and compression socks, but I am still struggling. It annoys me because I feel like I could run faster if not for the pain in my shins. Also, and I don't know if this makes a difference, but my shins…
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What do runners eat?
I seriously want to know. I use to run in college... back when I had a great metabolism, was a lot younger, slimmer, and I could eat whatever I wanted and still run easily... yeah,well, those days are over! I have decided that I want to become a runner again, however I can tell that all the junk I am eating is causing me…
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article about Cross Fit.
I've been hearing a lot about Cross Fit lately and wondering if I should try it. I have to admit, after reading this article, I think I am inclined to stay on my treadmill, lol. It's kinda a long article, but I thought it was fair. Anybody addicted to Cross Fit who disagrees? http://www.menshealth.com/fitness/cult-crossfit…
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processed foods vs whole foods
A thought provoking video on the toll prccessed foods take on your body. I wish it had a little more info. But will still make me think twice before eating junk food again. http://youtu.be/zi_DaJKsCLo
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The Shuffle Towards Obesity
The following article suggest that getting a massage will help you lose weight. I think we should all take their advice and go get a MASSAGE! :laugh: "Massage can help alleviate many health conditions—and obesity is no exception. Studies have found that stress reduction assists weight loss and also lessens social anxiety…
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Favorite song to work out to
I need to get some new songs on my playlist! What's your all time favorite song that gets you reved up to work out?
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My husband makes me eat too much!
And in all fairness, I make him eat too much too, lol. I am a stay at home mom, and my husband's work schedule is weird. 10 days on, 4 days off. Most of the time 13 - 14 hr days. On the days he goes to work, We both stay on our diets. But on the days that he is off work, we like to spend the day together which usually…
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Exercise causes hunger pangs!
A month ago, I was going to the gym and working out at their Fitness Frenzy aerobics classes every day, med-high intensity, 5x a week and was not seeing very much progress. I quit going to the gym, focuses on eating clean, and started walking 30 mins a day 4 to 5xs a week and started seeing really good weight loss. (about…
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weight loss + negative side effects?
For the past 2 weeks I have been really strick on my diet and eating as clean as I possibly can, so I am seeing more weight loss than usual. I am still eating all my calories but I am staying away from processed junk... Don't get me wrong, I am super excited about the weight loss, but I am experiencing some negative side…
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YES!
NSV: Today, I went down one belt loop! I am on my way people! Look out! :glasses:
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Raw Food Diet
I'm considering incorporating a raw food day (or two) into my diet. I bought a book about it, but I am wondering if anybody is doing it now or has done it in the past. I welcome your comments, thanks! :wink:
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what is about 2:00?
Why do I get so hungry around 2:00? Any tips to get past this? Besides giving in and eating chips on the couch?
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Does an active job count as exercise?
I am a massage therapist and I was told that for each hour that I massage, I should count it to as a leisurly walk, 2.5 mph. Although I love the thought of getting to add extra activity to my exercise journal, I also know that when I set my goals with MFP, I checked off that I was active at work. Therefore I think that it…
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Quick Trim
To take or not to take... that is the question. It has been suggested to me that I try using Quick Trim to help control my appetite and give me energy through the day. I am not sure how healthy it is and wanted to get some adivice on the subject. Do you have an oppinion? Is anyone taking it now? What are your results?
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stress eaters UNITE!
This is my first week at MFP. So far I am learning LOTS, but I completely BLEW my diet yesterday with stress eating. This is what always happens with me. I start out strong and then I start cheating, making bad choices, whatever you want to call it. I sabbotage myself. Day one, I felt strong and ready to conquor the world.…
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Not giving up
This is my first week on MFP. So far I am loving it! I am one of those people who are always on a diet but never noticably losing weight... Its because I don't give 100%. I get stressed, or happy or I just get hungry, and I give up what I have been working for, for something that seems good at the time. I just need to keep…
