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Here we go....
Misty here. Been here off and on since 2011. Try to workout 5-6 times a week but with work it doesn't always happen. Looking for some accountability and hoping to find it here. Want to know more, send me a private message.
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Marathons
So I'm wondering.....has anyone heard of the Blue Ridge Marathon aka "America's Toughest Road Marathon"? I invite runners to check this out. It's my hometown and excited that its gained the title of toughest road marathon. Http://www.blueridgemarathon.com. Make sure to check out the video on this page, pretty good idea of…
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Squatting, heavy lifts and now my jeans are tight
Looking for jeans made specifically for women that lift weights. I've seen a couple of start ups on kick start but need something now. Looking for a specialty company. I've tried dozens of different brands and always have trouble with waist not fitting, butt fitting great and legs being extremely tight. I don't want to…
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Goals for 2014?
Coach asked us to write down some goals for the new year. I've been thinking for several days and it isn't as easy as I hoped it would be. What is easy....for people to make resolutions, something they hope to accomplish but often those are tossed aside after a couple of days, given up on, joked about with friends, "well,…
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Crossfit friends
Looking to add some CF friends. I just started an On Ramp class at my local box ( I did research and found that this one does it the right way!) excited about the possibilities.
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Reflux
Anyone else have issues with this? I'm on medication but without much relief. I avoid the typicals: caffeine, chocolate, not a lot of tomato. Having trouble pinpointing other triggers. What affects you?
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Biking app for iPhone
I love spinning and was wondering if anyone knows of an app that you plug in a city, record the miles you bike and track where you would "be". Example: I live in Roanoke, I've biked 25 miles, I'm now in Christiansburg. Kind of mapping a cross country ride on an app. Or do you have a biking app you love that can be applied…
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Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs
I have plantar fasciitis and heel spurs in both feet and need some relief. I manage my families restaurant so I am on concrete floors all day. I have had a successful plantar fascia surgery and spur removal on my left foot. I am reluctant to have surgery on my right foot because of the recovery time. Does anyone deal with…
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IBS
I had gall bladder removed in 2009. Last year I had two bouts within 8 days that resulted in two er visits. I've had colonoscopy and numerous tests telling me I have IBS. My GI doctor has me on a low dose of amitriptyline (anti depressant that in low dose is used for IBS) I recently started back on this after several weeks…
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Kick boxing - good or bad?
Thought about signing up for a kick boxing class for the exercise. Can anyone give me advice on this? I have plantar fasciitis and worried about hurting my feet. I can't do any jumping or "pounding" on my feet. Am I going to get a good cardio workout in the hour? Thanks!
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Travel and California
So I am going to be in California in August for a week. I've been all over the state and this will be my fourth trip to San Diego. (sis lives in Oceanside.) she has to work the first couple days I'm there do I need suggestions of things to do and places to go. We've done theme parks so any other suggestions are welcome!…
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Vacation?
Need ideas for a vacation for my husband and I. $2000 or less for a week. We've taken a cruise, been to Mexico and don't particularly want a beach vacation. Going in August.
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My First 5K tomorrow!
So I have had the goal of running a 5k for almost a year now. I have had injuries and surgery that has delayed and on the spur of the moment decided to run my first tomorrow! I know this is a small thing to so many of you but what advice or help can you give me for tomorrow? Anything and everything is appreciated. I was so…
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Bucket list and goals
Since I've lost weight I have found so much more energy. When I started last May: wanted to lose 50 pounds, check. I wanted to run a 5k, check, completed two weeks ago. I wanted to be able to help with my sons baseball team and be able to run with him, check, doing that now. Wanted to get to a size 10, check. Now goal is…
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Just kept running now I'm headed for a marathon!
Today I ran 5 miles without stopping! That may not be much to some of you runners but before today, I had only ran 3/4 mile without stopping. Yesterday I c25k day one and thought it was pretty easy. Thanks to a friend here (trijoe) I was pushed to start training for a marathon, it's on my bucket list. I went to the gym…
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Start biking outdoors - help!
So years ago I bought a mountain bike, just to ride around the neighborhood, (didn't like the way a 10 speed rode) I haven't been on it in a very long time. Did the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abington and the Hucklebery trail in Christiansburg and loved it. (both were about 15 miles each). So my question is, need any advice…
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Need a new ring back tone....
Anyone have suggestions for a new fun ring back tone. I like most all music just don't want anything with offensive lyrics. :) One I am considering is "what do you want" Jerrod Nieman.
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Guys is it really a turn on?
I want to know what you guys think about lingerie. Is it a must? Like it? Hate it? Don't care as long as you get some? I really have never liked the stuff. What's the point when it's coming right off?
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Super bowl snacks
Does anyone have any healthy snack recipes for me to try for super bowl. Typically we do cheese dip, salsa and tortilla chips as one of the snacks but I really want something new and healthier. Any suggestions?
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Body fat %
Exactly 8 months ago I was at 44% body fat and now am down to 35%. During those months I had to take August, December and January off due to injury and other health issues. Is this a good amount to lose in that time frame? I don't really know anything about body fat. Should it have been higher or is that about right? I've…
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Question for the guys
Be honest..... I get that some guys like to have the pretty girl with the great figure on their arm but I have these questions.... Are you turned off by a girl that has stretch marks and their skin isn't as tight as it once was? Would your opinion change if you knew that it was because of weight loss and hard work to get…
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Heart rate monitor?
What is the exact purpose? What information does it give you? What brand should I buy? How much do they cost? Is it really worth it? Is programming easy? Can more than one person use it?
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Look at my food diary please.
I need some suggestions. Every night this week I have been hungry about an hour after dinner. What you need to know...I have diverticulitis, I have to be very careful with the amount of fiber I get. Too much puts me in excruciating pain. I don't do soy or organics, or tofu or anything like that. I have been a diet of…
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Protein drinks? Help I know nothing.
I am thinking about using a protein drink in place of breakfast because I don't always have time to fix breakfast. I want something I can just mix with water but tastes good. Wanting something I don't have to add fruit, crushed ice etc to. (I don't have a blender) Does this exist? Someone gave me a sample pack of that new…
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Need help!
So I haven't been in the gym since Wednesday before thanksgiving because my foot got so bad I could barely stand on it. Surgery was dec 30. After thanksgiving i also ended up in the er twice because of diverticulitis, didn't know i had it. My diet had to change radically because of this. I can't tolerate much fiber or…
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Lost child....not what you think.
Ever stop to think about your success? I have lost my 7 year old son and a bag of sugar! He weighs 50 pounds..... Think about it......what or who have you lost?
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How did you feel?
So I have lost 56 pounds in a bout a years time. I have been sidelined from working out due to doctors orders to take a break because of health issues and I am having surgery Friday on my foot (completely unrelated to why I can't work out) Anyway, I thought the hardest part of the weight loss would be the losing weight.…
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Feet! Why do you want to hurt me?
I have plantar fasciitis and heel spur. Doc told me today only solution is surgery. (I have exhausted ALL resources, done everything asked by doc and physical therapist) this is a second opinion, got the same thing from another doc. Anyone been through this or know someone who has? Please help! I'm at a dead end and been…
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when should i tell?
I have lost 55 pounds and my sister doesn't know. She lives in California is younger and always had a great body and has always been pushy about me getting in shape. She always brags about going to the gym and how great she does. I have kept my mouth shut about my journey. Should I send her a picture before Christmas so…
