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Iron Deficient from Anemia or Endurance Sports?
Hey fellow MFP'ers! I'm just posting to see what others are doing to boost iron intake and to see what others think works best -- iron supplement pills, modifying diet, or both. I'm a slightly anemic long distance runner, so I'm short on iron to begin with and the distance running depletes my already short iron stores. I…
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Vitamin Supplements: What do are you taking?
To those of you who take supplements, what do you take? (And please don't turn the thread into a supplements vs no supplements debate. That's not the question, so move on LOL) I currently take Centrum, vitamin C, folic acid, B6, biotin, L-formula lysine, vitamin D, and fish oil. I have noticed with the biotin that I do…
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What kind of breakfast keeps you feeling full?
So what kind of breakfast keeps you feeling full & satisfied? Do you tend to eat more protein or more carbs? What do you eat first thing in the morning that helps keep the munchies & snacking at bay? I tend to like a mix of protein and carbs. I feel fuller having a serving of Kashi Go Lean Crunch (with soy protein) & a cup…
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Endurance Athletes: Favorite Protein Bar?
For those of you who have experience in endurance sports (and I mean 1/2 marathon, full marathon, long distance cycling, etc.) what is your favorite protein refueling bar or snack on the go? I'm not looking for post-workout shakes or bars, but for mid-run fueling. On the extremely long runs/events I need fuel that isn't…
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Anyone Else Restarting After a Fitness Slump?
Just wondering if anyone else out there is restarting after being in a fitness slump or rut recently. I have taken 2 months off of running after completing a marathon in October -- partially for rest, partially because of the holidays, and also being sick with colds/viruses. I'm waiting for this latest cold to go away…
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New On MFP :)
It was about 2 years ago that I started my fitness journey. After having my 2nd son, I had terrible sciatica and could not walk, sit, or stand without intense pain. I knew that I had to take the weight off after I got stuck on the floor one day, debilitated by the pain. I started out by using the stationary bike for 10…
