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| Motivation | out of control teen! | Aug 30 2007 08:51 (UTC) |
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| Late afternoon is a pretty common time for most of us to feel tired and hungry. Why don't you have a snack? An apple or another piece of fruit and some green tea is very healthy, not that many calories and will help perk you up.
Also, I agree with sunkissedbliss. 1300 calories may not be enough. Good luck! |
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| Fitness | A Little Embarassing - running issue | Aug 29 2007 03:37 (UTC) |
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| Here's the link to the Runner's Diarrhea page on the Mayo Clinic site:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/runners-diar rhea/AN00376 Hope it helps! |
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| Fitness | Dogs and running... | Aug 28 2007 00:21 (UTC) |
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| Hi all,
I have a dog and run with her a lot, always off leash. She's been trained to behave appropriately, such as running on the side of the trail, not tripping people, getting out of the way etc. Basically, if you want to have your dog off leash you have to take responsibility. The behaviour of the dog and the owner you encountered was not ok. I totally agree with hockeygirl44 about kneeing the dog. That's the safest way to knock the dog away from you with minimal risk to you. I also agree that you need to report this animal. It is really unlikely this is the first time that this has happened, and it is not ok for the dog to bite people. If you can locate the dog/owner, you need to identify them to the police and make sure that at minimum the owner gets a fine. I love dogs, but this one may need to be put down. Also, if the dog broke your skin, you probably need a tetanus shot. This kind of owner gives the rest of us a bad name which is so frustrating. |
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| Fitness | running/achy knees question | Aug 27 2007 06:43 (UTC) |
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| Hi there,
A few thoughts on this. If you don't have any old knee injuries (from things like skiing) then your knees should be able to handle running. However, extra weight is hard on the joints, so that may be part of the reason your knees are aching. Since you're working on that, let's see if there are other things that could help. 1) What are you running on? I really try to avoid running on pavement - too hard on our older joints (I'm a decade older than you). Dirt trails are best, and I think treadmills generally have more cushioning as well, although I've never used one. 2) Are you stretching enough? This can make a big difference, not just for your knees. I posted a few stretching sites earlier today - you may want to increase the amount you stretch. 3) Weight training can help strengthen the muscles around your joints, which can therefore provide more protection to them. Good luck! |
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| Fitness | Ribcage sticking out | Aug 26 2007 20:41 (UTC) |
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| Hi Bryan,
From other posts I think you've said that you are 6'2" or 6'3" and you want to weigh 150 pounds?? That is really, really skinny and I'm not surprised your ribcage sticks out. My brother is 6'4" and weighs 168, and he is super skinny. So, my suggestion to you is to set a higher weight goal. I expect you can put on some muscles bulk by eating healthy and working out. But I think 150 for an 18-year-old who is as tall as you are is too thin, and you shouldn't be aiming that low. Good luck! |
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| Fitness | Workout outfits and shoes | Aug 26 2007 20:33 (UTC) |
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| Shoes (and socks) are really important. If they are hurting you then they don't fit right. Go to a good running/sports equipment store and get properly fitted for shoes. Expect to pay between $100 and $150 (or, get fitted there and then go to a discount place and find the same shoes, or wait for a sale).
Anyway, get fitted, and once you have two or three pairs you like, go for a short walk/jog in each one to see which ones are the best for you. Don't worry about brand or colour - just get the ones that fit you best. A good sports bra is also a good idea for women. Other clothing is really more about personal preference than anything else. Good luck!! |
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| Fitness | hamstrings feeling tight... | Aug 26 2007 15:17 (UTC) |
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| Hi there jackeetbs,
If your hamstrings are really tight, you need to be stretching more than you currently are. You will eventually injure yourself if you don't, which is a drag, since you won't be able to exercise much at all if you are injured. http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_1/126.s html - number 5 here http://www.footworksmiami.com/Corporate/topte n.pdf - number 8 here http://www.halhigdon.com/15Ktraining/Stretch. htm - number 2 here Good luck! |
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| Fitness | Bad Knees, Any Suggestions? | Aug 23 2007 14:56 (UTC) |
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| There is a stand you can get to change a regular bike into a stationary bike, which would allow you to work out at home. I saw that on another thread here not too long ago but can't remember the name. Also, something like pilates is also good, although not terribly aerobic. Good for strenghtening muscles - especially your core. You can likely get a video from your library.
Good luck - hope your knees improve! |
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| Weight Loss | Quickly! | Aug 21 2007 16:17 (UTC) |
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| Hi Emmat123
You've been given some really good advice here and I really hope you will consider it. You do not have any weight to lose and the fact that you had a 'huge stash' of diet pills is really scary, and I don't blame your Mom for being worried. Women have fat on their bodies. That is simply the way it is and necessary to be healthy. You don't need to lose any weight. You could tone up through exercise and strength training, which would probably make you feel better about yourself. I really hope you'll go to a doctor or counsellor or someone you trust (an aunt?) to talk about this. You are a very attractive girl and need to see yourself as one. |
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| Weight Loss | losing weight but gaining fat | Aug 20 2007 06:05 (UTC) |
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| Hi there,
Based on the info in your other post, you need to be gaining some weight, and for women particularly that also means some fat. We have to have some fat on our bodies to be healthy. Do not worry about the fat - keep trying to gain weight, see a doctor and a nutritionist and concentrate on being healthy, not super-skinny. |
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| Weight Loss | no period | Aug 20 2007 02:58 (UTC) |
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| Hi everyone,
lauramaehey: You say your period was normal from 12 - 14. You are now 18 and recovering from an ED. There is not that much time in between for you to have stopped having your period, then get an ED, and then recover from an ED. (However, congratulations on your recovery - I hope you continue to recover and do really well!). In any event, going to a doctor certainly won't harm z0mgkatie and might actually help her. Her posts suggest she is at least borderline for an ED and if her period has stopped, now is the time to try to get it under control - it could well be a warning sign. |
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| Fitness | What's the best time to exercise? | Aug 20 2007 02:20 (UTC) |
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| Best time to exercise is when you have the time. | |||
| Weight Loss | no period | Aug 20 2007 02:18 (UTC) |
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| Hi there,
If you're down to 135, your mother is probably right - you do not need to lose any more weight. Consider it possible that she may not be cynical, she may be worried about you. I think you've only been dieting for about 3 months, so any damage that you may have done can probably be reversed. But I would recommend that you eat more (maintenance) and I think that you will find your period will return. |
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| Fitness | Nasty symptoms after longer jogs (not for the faint of heart) Help! | Aug 19 2007 22:10 (UTC) |
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| My first guess is that you are not well enough hydrated at the beginning. You should be drinking a lot and not just while running. Make sure that you are drinking lots of fluids the day before your long run as well as when you get up in the morning. I also wouldn't wait until halfway through the run to start drinking. Try taking a few mouthfuls (maybe 3) starting 10 minutes into the run and every 10 minutes thereafter.
You may want to try just plain water, or another exercise drink - I found that gatorade never sat well in my stomach, but these things are really personal. Also, are you eating breakfast before your run? Your symptons sound a bit like dehydration and low blood sugar. Having some fuel and water well before you start will be important. Good luck with this and let us know your progress! |
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| Fitness | sciatic nerve/hip/lower back pain | Aug 18 2007 20:44 (UTC) |
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| I would try these stretches and definitely not be doing any dead weight lifting until the pain goes away completely.
#3 on this site I find is good for sciatic pain: http://www.halhigdon.com/15Ktraining/Stretch. htm # 8 on this site will also help: http://www.footworksmiami.com/Corporate/topte n.pdf Good luck! |
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| Fitness | Knee really hurts from jogging | Aug 18 2007 17:30 (UTC) |
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| I don't know many people who have had knee replacements, and most of them are fairly elderly and pretty non-mobile, so they weren't running anyway. However, knee replacement surgery is pretty serious, and I don't think you get a 'good as new' knee so much as a 'better than an injured one'. Also, I understand that replacements can only be done once, and only last about 20 years. I'd do a lot of research before seriously considering this option. | |||
| Fitness | What type of Shoes??? | Aug 18 2007 17:28 (UTC) |
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| It may not be the type of shoe so much as how tightly you have them laced. Try loosening the laces at the front (away from the bow), to give your toes more room to move. | |||
| Fitness | Knee really hurts from jogging | Aug 17 2007 15:15 (UTC) |
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| You're right - it's not fair at all. I would be really pissed about this if I were you. However, since being pissed won't help you heal, getting outside and walking will at least help your mood.
Here's a couple of web sites if you need some variety in your stretching. The first one has some stretching and advice for knees. http://www.runninginjuryfree.org/stretching.h tml http://www.footworksmiami.com/Corporate/topte n.pdf Good luck! |
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| Fitness | Knee really hurts from jogging | Aug 17 2007 14:26 (UTC) |
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| Hi ohio,
Trying to 'run through' joint pain will almost certainly make the injury worse. My recommendation is to go and get it diagnosed by a sport medicine doctor or sport physio. Some knee pain can be dealt with - stretches do wonders when your IT band tightens up (IT band issues feel like someone is stabbing the side of your knee with a knife). Anyway, whether or not you can keep running will depend on what the issue is. It may be that you only need to take a bit of time off and then can go back to it. In the meantime biking, walking, water-running, swimming... Goodluck! |
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| Fitness | Blisters from running | Aug 14 2007 03:17 (UTC) |
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| Moleskin has worked for me - it's like felt with a sticky side - you stick it on your foot and it stays in place so you don't get the bunching up thing.
However, why are you getting blisters? Chances are you need better socks - the 'wicking' kind, to get the moisture away from your feet. Also possibly thicker socks than you are currently wearing. Check out a sports store - there is usually a good variety. |
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| Fitness | aerobic and anaerobic ??????? please read | Aug 12 2007 21:25 (UTC) |
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| I stand corrected and learned something today. Thanks mai-chan | |||
| Fitness | Desperate for help! | Aug 12 2007 19:10 (UTC) |
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| hi skinny,
This is probably a question that can only be answered through testing during your training, so I think that's why no one answered you. But I do hope your race went well and you achieved your goals! |
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| Fitness | aerobic and anaerobic ??????? please read | Aug 12 2007 19:05 (UTC) |
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| Hi Heather,
I can't speak to hiit exercise. For regular running, aerobic is what you need to be doing if you are going to run any distance at all. We generally refer to the 'talk test'. If you can talk while running then you are running aerobically. If you can't talk, you are in the anaerobic zone, and you are going to fast to be able to keep going for any distance. People who run distances like 5k or more have to run aerobically. If you are doing a 100m sprint, then you run anaerobically (as fast as you can) because you are only going to run for 20 seconds or so. Anaerobically doesn't mean 'without oxygen', it means that you are using more oxygen than you are taking in. Try and do that for any length of time and you will start to feel sick, your heart rate will skyrocket, and basically you will have to stop. Hope that helps! |
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| Fitness | 1/2 marathon nutrition | Aug 09 2007 16:58 (UTC) |
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| Hanno, since the 1970s the number of people participating in endurance sports has skyrocketed. Most of us are not elite athletes. As a result, we are 'out there racing' for a whole lot longer than the winners. Personally, I feel that I have raced really well if I only take twice as long as the winner of the race. So, it's one thing for an elite athlete who will finish a 1/2 marathon in an hour or less to go without nutrition. It's another thing entirely for someone like me who will be out there for 2+ hours.
Also, in the past 20+ years there has been considerable study on things like endurance sports and nutrition, most of which points quite clearly to maintaining your hydration and nutrition levels throughout the race. Certainly it's possible to complete a 1/2 marathon without water or nutrition. But, likely your time will be worse, and you'll feel lousy. I prefer to complete mine feeling good. In the time before beans and gels, there were power bars. Before that, granola bars. Before that, usually raisins and nuts. |
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| Fitness | 1/2 marathon nutrition | Aug 08 2007 14:19 (UTC) |
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| I recommend taking short walk breaks while eating / drinking. Slowing down will likely save time as you are less likely to spend time recovering from choking :-).
You can get used to a belt - they are not wonderful, but are highly functional. You should be carrying water with you - very few races have enough aid stations, and it can still be quite warm in Sept. The water will also help get the gel/beans down. |
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| Fitness | 1/2 marathon nutrition | Aug 08 2007 13:59 (UTC) |
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| This is really personal, but I can't get through an entire 1/2 without some nutrition. I also can't eat a whole gel at once. So, I start consuming some gel about 45 min to 1 hour in - about 1/3 packet with every walk break (every 10 min or so).
If you can get a whole gel down at once, more power to you! They are a bit messy so if you don't have to carry a half full packet that would be preferable. Someone here talked about sport beans a while ago (jelly beans but made of sport gel). You may want to also give those a try. Good luck! |
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| Fitness | Just starting out - where to begin? | Aug 08 2007 04:23 (UTC) |
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| Walking is GREAT exercise. Easy to do, not expensive - you just need a decent pair of walking shoes. Start with walking at a brisk pace. Go for 20 minutes. If that feels easy, go 30 minutes next time. If 20 minutes is too hard, then back off to 10 minutes or 15 minutes and build up gradually. You can even go with your children! Good luck - you can do it! | |||
| Health & Support | shin splints | Aug 08 2007 03:31 (UTC) |
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| I'm with canonelle - make sure you have good shoes - those alone could solve the problem. Otherwise RICE - Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Lots of stretching (LOTS, three times a day if at all possible). And what about some low impact cardio, such as an elliptical, stairclimber or water running, so you can maintain your cardio but not damage your legs any further. Good luck!! | |||
| Fitness | Do good running shoes really make a difference? | Aug 07 2007 16:18 (UTC) |
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| There's a HUGE difference. The cushioning in real running shoes acts to protect your feet and your joints. So, the choice is looking after your wallet or looking after your body. Over the long run, good shoes (replaced regularly every 500 miles or so) will go a long way to protecting your body.
If you look at my various posts on this subject you'll hopefully get some advice you can use. The shoes don't necessarily have to be Nikes - any of the major brands have good shoes and you can see what suits you best. Money saving tip: Go to a real running store with your old shoes (and your favourite socks) and get properly fitted. Figure out which types suit you best. Go to a discount place and get those ones (if you can). Or watch for sales. Good luck! |
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| Fitness | 1/2 Marathon training question... | Aug 06 2007 21:26 (UTC) |
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| The only way that I would recommend you do the Sept 2 race is if you consider it your last long training run before the 'real race'. If you treat it that way, and don't race it then it could be a valuable experience - and give you a chance to test your timing on water, gels, etc.
If you race the first one, I don't know if your legs would have time to recover by the second one. Good luck! |
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