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Anyone had luck becoming a runner by "winging it" instead of using a structured training program?
Just curious if anyone has managed to become a runner without using a program like Couch to 5K or Runkeeper's training programs. I'm overweight and have some issues with a previously broken ankle and plantar fasciitis, so I'd recently jut been going for walks and running when I felt like it, but thought that maybe I'd…
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Hand Swelling and Rings
I originally hoped that this would become less of an issue as I got fitter, but it still happens more than a year after starting a frequent cardio routine - my hands swell when I run (any intense exercise, but running especially). Since getting engaged, I am wearing a ring on a regular basis for the first time in years,…
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Unexpected Weight Loss Benefits
My office decided to do a weight loss competition (that I am not winning since I am the only one working out and building muscle, ahem), and most of the other offices around campus know about it. The unexpected side bonus? Apparently all of the coworker parents out there are telling their kids not to come sell crappy…
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Tilapia with Cilantro/Herb Topping
Thought I'd share this since it's one of my favorite recipes - very fresh tasting, and doesn't require long in the oven (if you are lacking AC like I am, this is a big bonus) and a 4oz fillet of tilapia with this topping is only 200 calories. Yields 4 servings Ingredients-- Calories Carbs Fat Protein Fiber Sugar Generic -…
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Starting a running routine while overweight
I'd like to run, since I know I need to find a way to make exercise more enjoyable, and I think the key for me with that is going to be finding something that gets me outside and alone. If you've started running at significantly more than your ideal weight, how did you do it? How did your joints handle it? I tried the…
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6 pounds down, but it's just begun!
I wanted to make sure this was a program that I can stick with before getting involved in the forums, but 6 pounds down I'm feeling fairly confident that MyFitnessPal will work for me! I'd used Fitday before to lose about 20 pounds a few years ago, but holy crap it's obnoxious now, and as much as I love to cook I'd been…
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Asian Noodle/salad dressing
It's July, and I don't have AC, which means that I will die if I have to turn on the oven and bake anything. This is when all of the Asian condiments come out of the fridge to play, and I thought I'd share my recipe for my favorite dressing that I put on salads and noodles. 3 Tbsp ponzu 1 Tbsp seasoned rice wine vinegar 1…
