good luck Horn, can you at least keep in touch on your phone while you're using the bathroom? it would be considered multi-tasking you know looking forward to a before and after pic!

 

Melissa, it sounds like you have a great year ahead of you. I know you will succeed in whatever you attempt. AFA I go...I'm still doing Ideal Protein, but I have relaxed a bit and allow myself a "cheat day" once or twice a month. On those days I eat pretty much what I want but I limit myself quite a bit on the quantity. A buffet where I can get a bite of most anything I might have had a craving for in the past year is where you can find me on those cheat days! My new life is going well and life as a full time rver is awesome as well! 2016 looks to be headed in such an awesome direction! I can hardly wait to see where it takes me!

 

This sounds scary, you ok? Please get checked out by a doctor if you haven't already. Hope it's nothing serious.

If you get cleared to continue at the gym, here's what I do when re-starting a weightloss routine:

 

You looked great then, and you look great now but I can definitely see a difference - all that hard work has paid off. Great job Now you can pass all of your knowledge onto the kiddos! You're like Mrs. Obama up in here.

Oh, and about the mirror...i posted a pregnancy pic a couple years back and there were toothpaste spots on the mirror that i hoped no one would notice. LOL.

 

I'm training for my first full marathon and am thinking about adding TRX suspension training to my fitness plan. Has anyone ever used this? I'm looking for honest feedback, I don't trust the comments on the website

 

I haven't, but i just wanted to wish you luck on your first marathon I'm starting with a 10k in May...I know it's only 6 miles, but I don't have a lot of time to run so it'll be a challenge for me to run the entire thing!

 

There is no such thing as "only" - it's a challenge and you will do awesome!! It is def something to be proud of, and you'll get your medal collection started

Thanks! I was nervous when I registered for the full and thought I must be nuts! But I think I can do it. I just know I need my body to be strong to carry me 26.2 miles.

 

Thank you! My daughter happens to turn 2 on the day of the marathon, so it's definitely a personal challenge for me as a mom. In addition to that, my sister who lives in Vegas is going to run it with me when she's in town, and sibling rivalry is kicking in I can't have her waiting for me at the finish line.

You can do it! When is your marathon? You should let us know how it goes!

 

Show your sister who is boss!!! I think it's a wonderful way to celebrate your daughter's birth, not only celebrating the beautiful life you have brought into this world but also how you take care of yourself for your daughter! What is your anticipated pace?

My full is February 5th. I got ready for a half marathon in six weeks so I really think I can do this. I'm not fooling myself, I know it will be one hell of a challenge and it will be hard. I have done six half marathons and realized how far I had come during the last one I did. When I ran my first half I got to mile 9 and thought oh God, 4 more miles The last half I got to mile 9 and thought wow, only 4 miles to go lol. So on to the next challenge! I'm going to shoot for a 13 mile pace since this is a full.

 

Well it sounds like you're definitely ready for the full marathon! I have no doubt you'll pull it off...maybe this time next year i'll be running a half I liked running as a kid, but then as a teen and adult i thought people were crazy for running long distances lol. Now here I am. My best friend ran a half marathon a few years ago, and i went to watch...i loved the atmosphere at the finish line and all the runners coming in. I decided i wanted to do it, so i started training...then i got pregnant lol.

Oh and i'm not sure about pace yet - right now i'm just trying to work up to running the entire thing lol. I'm sloowwwww.

 

A 16 minute mile is the same distance as an 8 minute mile All that matters is that you cross the finish line! Have you tried the Galloway method? I love it - especially for endurance racing. It's a walk/run method and allows your muscles to recover in between intervals. I find my pace is quicker as well!

Crossing the finish line gives you such a sense of accomplishment, as it should! It's a reward for all of the work you do to get there! Just keep at it and you will do your half (and maybe a full!). Consistency is the key but at the same time don't overdo it. I only run three times a week. I've been doing PiYo twice a week but really want to ramp up the strength training. Although I will continue to do some Yoga as well, Yoga is great for runners.

 

I haven't tried the Galloway method, though i do run and walk lol. I'll have to check that out...

That's encouraging that you run 3 times a week, because i mostly run on both Saturday & Sunday and then maybe a day or two during the week. I have a 9-5 job, and then by the time my daughter goes to bed i am exhausted so it's been difficult to find time during the week.

I love PiYo! I have the DVDs by Chalene Johnson...i should dust them off I also have her Turbo Fire DVDs and i noticed back when i was doing them regularly, i was able to run longer distances because they are really intense cardio workouts (with HIIT mixed in). I think it really helped my endurance. So i should also get those back out for the times when i can't get out for a run.

 

Oh, I forgot about Turbo Fire, I have those too - I should dig those out as well I really like Chalene. It's really good to cross train.

I am always amazed at you moms, having a full time job and then little ones at home as well! It's good you try to find time for yourself though, a healthy mom is important. My boys both have four legs so it's easier for me. My job can be demanding at times but I try to keep a balance. I really wanted to go over to Galveston and do the Run Like Diva half, but I have to work at Jazz Fest for a client event so that was out. It's still on my bucket list though!

 

Fabulous, this is the type of feedback I am looking for! Thanks