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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() MonkeyClaw - 2011-02-08 9:28 AM microspawn - 2011-02-07 7:06 PM Congrats on the weight loss. How tall are you? I have a little more upper body mass than most. I hover around 160 right now and I am 5’8" – I have some weight to give but find it difficult to get much under 160. During taper you should eat just about the same. Remember that you are training less so you are automatically getting more calories than you are used to. Some people swear by the carbo loading and there is scientific evidence to support the claims. It is just that so many people do it wrong. Do not eat the huge bowl of pasta the night before – it might not hurt you but it sure won’t help you very much. For me, I will just eat normal and actually try to reduce some of my fat intake. Thanks. I'm 5' 7" and also carry extra weight around the shoulders/chest (along with my thighs and calf's). I'll post a very unflattering pic at my first tri in June (at about 178), and a more recent pic from Nov (at about 162). Not sure if I'll have any from the mary this weekend but if I get one, I'll post it too. For food, I'm eating what I normally would. No extra portions or anything like that, and we're very strict about measuring everything except fruit. Normally, we'd probably have salad instead of pasta or rice for one of the days. Damn!!! Now THAT's a before and after photo! Nice work! You look like a different guy. I can't believe that's only a 16 lb difference. I dropped 25 pounds over the course of last season, 215-190, but it was hardly noticable(I'm 6'4"). Well...my wife noticed, she said I looked pretty bad at the end. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() andrew_haberkorn - 2011-02-07 7:37 PM RookieIM - 2011-02-07 12:31 PM did. It's downright embarrassing compared to what you did...good lord! I can't imagine planning a 9 mile run, only to wind up having to do 18! Very impressive. Sounds like a very rewarding day as well....really cool! It's definitely not embarrassing! You are progressing really well! I'm currently in a big build towards my first race, so this weekend was a lot...probably too much. I need to practice what I preach and not go overboard...I just couldn't say no to those kids (I should have)! ha Well, thanks, the running is just so frustrating. I've been doing it the longest of the three, and it seems to be the slowest to progress. Of course I've never sustained it for a long period of time. I tend to go really hard, burn out, quit for a while, then start up again. Not the best approach I know. But I'm putting in a lot more running time than in the past. I've never done 4 days a week before. I hope I'm not overdoing it, but so far I feel fine. I'm going pretty hard on my tues/wed/thurs runs, and then do a very slow, endurance pace saturday for my long run. Glad I'm back on this board, constantly seeing everyone's training posts is good motivation. By the way...Who all has races coming up soon? |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Dixbry - 2011-02-08 2:59 PM I Have Virginia is For Lovers 14k this Saturday Shamrock 1/2 marathon march 27th Smithfield Sprint April 2 Swamp TT April9 Tour de Cure April 16th White Lake Him May 7th I'm not a big fan of the Va is For Lovers course - I think it's the only one of the J&A races I don't run, which keeps me from getting the free cooler from completing their series. I'm also registered for Shamrock Half & Smithfield Sprint - although I'm hanging back for Shamrock as motivation/support for a friend who will be a first time 1/2 Mary runner. Hopefully that will keep my ITBS from flaring up. I've got White Lake penciled in for 2012. I hear it is a great event. |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() @Microspawn - Thanks. That pic from my first tri surprised me when I saw it! Not really how I saw myself, until I saw the picture. Made me realize just how far I had gone, and how far back I had to go. @Dixbry - Sorry to hear about your injury! Hope you heal up soon. 14K this weekend, good luck! Sounds like you're ready, speed-wise! Take it easy with the run, just don't hurt yourself more. Nice progress with the swimming, too! @Norcal - Weight has always been a yoyo with me. I'm also weak with food - I've got a real sweet tooth. My wife really helped me lose this last bit. 15 pounds really makes a difference with running! @gcoller - Congrats to YOU on the weight loss too! I'm sure the rest will come off before too long. It's especially hard when your body works against you. Thanks for the recipes, I'll have to try some of them out! Those pics look like they were fun! @RookieIM - Yeah, I was so surprised when I saw that pic! The tri suit didn't help (totally unflattering), along with being way undertrained for the event. You really don't notice the weight as it changes, but comparing the pics really makes the differences stand out. I'll post another when I get the chance. Good luck with the running! Don't kill yourself, it's definitely the easiest one for creating an injury and getting burned out. I agree with a lot of the posters in that more frequent, shorter runs are most valuable in building up your body. A strong base is more important for running than the other sports. @Drew - Man, you're putting in some great miles! Thanks for all your help on here. Microspawn nailed it with the reverse periodization. My buddy is writing up a plan and we'll review it after the FM this weekend. I'll let you know what we come up with. My race schedule for the year is: 2011-02-12 Sedona Marathon 2011-03-27 Sprint Triathlon at Vistancia (pool swim) 2011-04-10 Marquee Triathlon - Olympic Course 2011-05-15 Tempe International Triathlon - Sprint Triathlon 2011-06-04 Deuces Wild Triathlon 2011-07-17 Mountain Man Sprint Tri 2011-08-14 Mountain Man Triathlon - Olympic Distance 2011-09-18 Anthem Reverse Sprint Triathlon (pool swim) 2011-10-23 Soma Half Iron Triathlon 2011-11-06 Amica 19.7 Phoenix - Sprint Course 2011-11-12 El Tour de Tucson - 109 Mile Route (Tentative) 2011-12-03 Anthem Holiday Classic Have a great week everyone! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() mandsberry - 2011-02-08 4:34 PM Dixbry - 2011-02-08 2:59 PM I Have Virginia is For Lovers 14k this Saturday Shamrock 1/2 marathon march 27th Smithfield Sprint April 2 Swamp TT April9 Tour de Cure April 16th White Lake Him May 7th I'm not a big fan of the Va is For Lovers course - I think it's the only one of the J&A races I don't run, which keeps me from getting the free cooler from completing their series. I'm also registered for Shamrock Half & Smithfield Sprint - although I'm hanging back for Shamrock as motivation/support for a friend who will be a first time 1/2 Mary runner. Hopefully that will keep my ITBS from flaring up. I've got White Lake penciled in for 2012. I hear it is a great event. I hear you about the Virginia is For Lovers Course. They actually changed it this year, I will let you now how the changes are. You run in a little bit different area, then run into the New field house for the finish line. And you are not missing out on the cooler. It leaked and was a flimsy material. Edited by Dixbry 2011-02-09 5:39 AM |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() The rest of my races are MS150 June 5, 6 Bukroe International June 11 Patriot Half Sept 10 Warrior dash Oct 8 Wicked 10k Oct 30 Santa 10 miler Dec |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Before and after pictures - http://www.powermultisport.com/p/coach-james.html You look back and overtime you really surprise yourself. Looks like everyone is going in the right direction! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Wow, you guys/gals! All of these before/after pics, stories of weight loss, and overall dedication to training is BEYOND motivating! We should have a BT Mentor Group race at the end of the season...I think we'd win. ![]() It looks like a lot of people have races coming up soon. While I will try to do my best to remember them all, I will undoubtedly fail. Please let us all know when you are in the week of a race so we can send you off with well-wishes and DEMAND a race report upon completion. I am honestly getting REALLY excited to start hearing all of your stories - the ones we've had so far have been great! Keep it up everyone! Drew |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Dixbry - 2011-02-08 2:59 PM I Have Virginia is For Lovers 14k this Saturday Shamrock 1/2 marathon march 27th Smithfield Sprint April 2 Swamp TT April9 Tour de Cure April 16th White Lake Him May 7th Nice, you start soon. I raced the white lake half in 07. It was my first Half IM. I got VERY lucky from what i heard weather wise. It was in the 60's most of the the, and crept into the low 70's by the end and there was absolutely no wind. I've heard there's a stretch that usually has a nasty headwind I've never seen such a flat course, there wasn't the slightest incline out there. Which did make for a very boring course. but it was well run from what I remember. Good luck to you! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() RookieIM - 2011-02-09 2:15 PM Dixbry - 2011-02-08 2:59 PM I Have Virginia is For Lovers 14k this Saturday Shamrock 1/2 marathon march 27th Smithfield Sprint April 2 Swamp TT April9 Tour de Cure April 16th White Lake Him May 7th Nice, you start soon. I raced the white lake half in 07. It was my first Half IM. I got VERY lucky from what i heard weather wise. It was in the 60's most of the the, and crept into the low 70's by the end and there was absolutely no wind. I've heard there's a stretch that usually has a nasty headwind I've never seen such a flat course, there wasn't the slightest incline out there. Which did make for a very boring course. but it was well run from what I remember. Good luck to you! Thanks! I am honestly a little worried about the weather, but what can I do? I will complete it, just might be a little slower if the heat is bad. Wind i can handle, I ride out in on country-ish roads where there is always wind no matter what direction you turn. I am hoping for at least a decent temp. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Glad to report that My leg seems to be tons better. Ran a faster three miles today with no problems. I think the break from running hills along with all the stretching and getting some new shoes have done wonders for it. Hopefully it will soon be a no issue. |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I missed my workout yesterday due to poor time management, but got in a sweet long run today. It was the coldest day we've had in a while, it was like 40 degrees! I had to wear a long sleeve shirt and gloves. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() norcal_SAHD - 2011-02-07 12:16 AM just got my race report up from today, http://beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=241328 I had a blast, wish I had run just a bit faster, but don't we all? ![]() been off the forum for a while...just read your race report...NICE JOB! Great early season race! Congrats on finishing strong and really enjoying it! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() 3) One tip that may help your legs come around a little faster on the 2nd run...drop into an easier gear during the last mile (or so) of the bike and "spin." It will help flush your legs and get them ready for some higher turnover on the run. This will be especially helpful if you ride with a low cadence. Drew, thanks for that tidbit of information. Makes sense-but I hadn't thought of that!! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Dixbry - 2011-02-09 12:35 PM Glad to report that My leg seems to be tons better. Ran a faster three miles today with no problems. I think the break from running hills along with all the stretching and getting some new shoes have done wonders for it. Hopefully it will soon be a no issue. good to hear your leg is better-have a great race this weekend! ![]() |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Wow and Wow to all of you! Such great stories - makes me want to leave my computer and go run and bike and swim and kickass!! You are all very motivating!! Planned races: This Sunday: Valentines Day 5K/ March Lucky 7k Running of the Green (my favorite run!) green beer and funky costumes...May 2-Cherry creek sneak-5 mile run/ end of may-Airlife Memorial 10k...my first 10k. June 4 Boulder Sunrise OLY...first oly! End of June or first of July-haven't chosen a sprint yet...End of July Creek Streak -2nd oly. Aug. 7-tri for the cure-sprint. Sept 3-boulder sunrise...same course as the first oly..should be fun to see (hopefully) improvement?! Mid september doowop duathlon and there is a venus de miles bike ride in there somewhere...I think august!
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() norcal_SAHD - 2011-02-09 1:57 PM I missed my workout yesterday due to poor time management, but got in a sweet long run today. It was the coldest day we've had in a while, it was like 40 degrees! I had to wear a long sleeve shirt and gloves. I had dreams of running this morning, but it was -8 degrees here! |
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Member![]() ![]() | ![]() microspawn - 2011-02-09 10:32 AM Before and after pictures - http://www.powermultisport.com/p/coach-james.htmlYou look back and overtime you really surprise yourself. Looks like everyone is going in the right direction! @ James... incredible and inspiring. I have read a few of your blogs and you have a lot to offer, so thank you for offering your success @ Drew - you are insane! Congrats on your Xterra sponsorship. I actually will need a wetsuit by August, so I think that I might be in contact for a discount. Your story with the 9 mile run that turned into 18, I want to be that guy someday. @ Norcal - I read your entire race report, very nice recap, but sucks for the Gatorade bit. Fortunately, you were able to finish, and it sounds like pretty well too! @ Monkeyclaw - awesome before and after shot... I just lost 30 pounds myself, dropping from 223 to 192, but I still have about 10 pounds more to be in the shape that I would like. @ gcoller - also great job on your weight loss too. I have been training fairly consistently now for a solid 3 weeks coming off the avulsion fracture and some things are becoming apparent. Swimming, oh how it is my arch enemy. I used to be able to swim forever, but just yesterday I was struggling to swim with any regular consistency. My issue is with breathing. Everytime that I turn to breathe, it seems as though water streams directly into my mouth. After a cough a bit and get that water out on the next few strokes I will turn to breathe and it happens all over again. It is very frustrating. I am usually a fast responder since I normally focus on form, not speed for really any sport. My running has gotten signifcantly better. My first race is a half marathon on May1st. On wed, I went running and was concentrating on hitting in the midsole of my foot. It seemed like I was running with my toes toward the sky and after 3 miles my calves and shins started to ache. I used to be a heel first runner. Everything that I have read says that is the least efficient way of running. Could anyone offer any advice for this transition. My question for Monkey and others that just lost a bunch of weight, do you have any advice for quick breakfasts/lunches that are very quick and easy that give you what your body needs, but will facilitate a loss in weight as well? James? |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hope everyone is having a great weekend. My 14k race was yesterday. I am happy to say that I PR'd it by over 3 minutes and averaged 8:08 minute miles for the whole race. I had a great race. We got about 4 in of snow two days before the race, because of that, there were a lot of black ice patches on the course. I had to slow down several times in order to make sure I did not slip and break something. My race report is up http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/races-edit.asp?raceid=166230 Legs are stiff and a little sore this morning. Planning on biking a little later and maybe doing some yoga. |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Awesome job Dixbry! It's scary with the ice but you had a great pace! I finished my marathon in 4:29. It was a very hilly course. I'm working on the RR now, still waiting for official results before I post it. Here are a couple of pics though. (Copy of Sedona Marathon 005 (WinCE).jpg) (Sedona Marathon 009 (WinCE).jpg) (Copy of Sedona Marathon 012 (WinCE).jpg) (Sedona Marathon Elevation Chart.jpg) Attachments ---------------- Copy of Sedona Marathon 005 (WinCE).jpg (14KB - 7 downloads) Sedona Marathon 009 (WinCE).jpg (19KB - 7 downloads) Copy of Sedona Marathon 012 (WinCE).jpg (32KB - 9 downloads) Sedona Marathon Elevation Chart.jpg (20KB - 7 downloads) |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Dixbry - 2011-02-13 5:03 AM Hope everyone is having a great weekend. My 14k race was yesterday. I am happy to say that I PR'd it by over 3 minutes and averaged 8:08 minute miles for the whole race. I had a great race. We got about 4 in of snow two days before the race, because of that, there were a lot of black ice patches on the course. I had to slow down several times in order to make sure I did not slip and break something. My race report is up http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/races-edit.asp?raceid=166230 Legs are stiff and a little sore this morning. Planning on biking a little later and maybe doing some yoga. Awesome race, you're fast! Congratulations on the PR! |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() MonkeyClaw - 2011-02-13 8:04 AM Awesome job Dixbry! It's scary with the ice but you had a great pace! I finished my marathon in 4:29. It was a very hilly course. I'm working on the RR now, still waiting for official results before I post it. Here are a couple of pics though. Nice race, I see you were running with a Camelbak. Is this something you do often? How do you like it? Any particular reason during a race, assuming it was supported with aid stations? |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() @Loper - A lot of it depends on what you're willing to eat, and how you want to limit your calories. I have no qualms about chemicals or fake tastes, so it makes my life easier. I'm eating a lot of fruit. I also plan my dinner the day before with my wife. This helps me decide what to eat for breakfast and lunch. For example, if we're having salad for dinner, I know I can have more calories for breakfast or lunch. In the morning, I'll eat a banana first thing then have Quaker Oats Lower Sugar instant oatmeal, or an english muffin with 'I can't believe it's not butter' spray butter (an awesome substitute for the real thing). If I'm having something lighter for dinner, I'll have a bowl of cereal (usually Cinnamon Life but I also like really sugary cereals) and skim milk. At 'Elevensies' (Lord of the Rings reference...) I'll have an apple. This helps tide me over without loading up or snacking on something worse. For lunch, I'll have a can of soup, a small salad or something along those lines. Again, dependent on what I had for breakfast and what I'm going to have for dinner. Baby carrots are a great side and I'm also a fan of fat free Pringles (but they contain olestra). For all snacks beside fruit and veggies, measure or count a serving and put the rest away! Way too easy to overdo these. Mid-afternoon, another piece of fruit. Actually, I will eat fruit throughout the day any time I feel like snacking. It used to be chocolate. I find the fruit with more substance (apples, bananas, grapes, fresh pineapple) more filling that oranges, grapefruit, etc. For a sugary snack, I'll eat a clementine or mandarin orange. I also don't count fruit and veggies against my daily energy needs. This encourages me to eat more fruit (the new WW plan does the same thing). I know you only asked about breakfast and lunch, but for dinner we'll have salad as a side a lot more than we used to. I use light vinaigrette dressing sparingly (my wife eats hers dry - I'll never understand that!). Not every day of course. Sometimes we'll have a side of pasta (usually with chicken or fish). We've cut back on the potatoes, but with the spray butter and fat-free sour cream they aren't too loaded either. We also weigh our meat now. This helps us know how much food we're ACTUALLY eating. We still eat cheeseburgers (95% lean meat, low fat cheese, a tsp of BBQ sauce and a small bun), steak (not very often), pork chops (boneless - easier to weigh and cook), chicken (I'm a dark meat guy), etc. If I'm hungry, I'll have bigger salad. Oops, almost forgot - as an appetizer I'll eat an apple or something (seeing the trend?) while the food is cooking. After dinner, I'll have 1 cup of lower-fat ice cream (Dreyer's Slow Churned) with a pile of light whipped cream (the real stuff from the can, not the non-dairy stuff). Again, measuring the ice cream with a real measuring cup, not eyeballing it. This satisfies my sweet tooth. If the day was a little over in calories, I'll have fat-free, sugar free Jello instant pudding with whipped cream. Anyway, this has been a huge help to me. I ran the marathon at 148 (finished at 145...) which is right where I want to be. I think it's the lightest I've been since high school, yet I feel great and full of energy. I avoid 'sports nutrition' unless I'm going for a long run (10+ miles), then its a gel every 5 miles. On the bike, I'll take a piece of fruit instead of a gel or even a sports drink. As it gets warmer, I'll probably start taking a sports drink on my longer rides for the salts. One final thing - NO!!! sugary soda! I don't even drink juices (haven't since college). Juices have almost the same amount of calories as soda. If you want the juice, eat the fruit. It's much better and more filling that way. I've transitioned to almost all carbonated water with a hint of lime/lemon/whatever. Drinking calories is a great way to load them up without feeling full. I'm not a coffee drinker, so sometimes I'll have a sugar-free Red Bull in the morning but other than that it's all water. Sorry for the long post. As you can see, it all starts with planning dinner for me and lots of fruits. @norcal - Most of my long runs here are semi or unsupported on trails, so I need to carry my water, gels, etc. I found the camelbak the easiest way to carry enough water for 3.5-4 hours. I also do my long runs with a walk interval (9:30/:30) at which time I hydrate and eat a gel if it's time. I'm so used to this that I thought it would be easier for me to carry my hydration with me. Then I could still hydrate during my walk breaks instead of having it dictated to me when I am allowed to drink. As it turned out, they were pretty strict about throwing out the paper cups in the trash cans too. Of course, the trash cans were too close to the water station to get a few good drinks in and keep moving. For a half, I probably wouldn't have brought it with me though. |
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Member![]() ![]() | ![]() MonkeyClaw - 2011-02-13 1:35 PM @Loper - A lot of it depends on what you're willing to eat, and how you want to limit your calories. I have no qualms about chemicals or fake tastes, so it makes my life easier. I'm eating a lot of fruit. I also plan my dinner the day before with my wife. This helps me decide what to eat for breakfast and lunch. For example, if we're having salad for dinner, I know I can have more calories for breakfast or lunch. In the morning, I'll eat a banana first thing then have Quaker Oats Lower Sugar instant oatmeal, or an english muffin with 'I can't believe it's not butter' spray butter (an awesome substitute for the real thing). If I'm having something lighter for dinner, I'll have a bowl of cereal (usually Cinnamon Life but I also like really sugary cereals) and skim milk. At 'Elevensies' (Lord of the Rings reference...) I'll have an apple. This helps tide me over without loading up or snacking on something worse. For lunch, I'll have a can of soup, a small salad or something along those lines. Again, dependent on what I had for breakfast and what I'm going to have for dinner. Baby carrots are a great side and I'm also a fan of fat free Pringles (but they contain olestra). For all snacks beside fruit and veggies, measure or count a serving and put the rest away! Way too easy to overdo these. Mid-afternoon, another piece of fruit. Actually, I will eat fruit throughout the day any time I feel like snacking. It used to be chocolate. I find the fruit with more substance (apples, bananas, grapes, fresh pineapple) more filling that oranges, grapefruit, etc. For a sugary snack, I'll eat a clementine or mandarin orange. I also don't count fruit and veggies against my daily energy needs. This encourages me to eat more fruit (the new WW plan does the same thing). I know you only asked about breakfast and lunch, but for dinner we'll have salad as a side a lot more than we used to. I use light vinaigrette dressing sparingly (my wife eats hers dry - I'll never understand that!). Not every day of course. Sometimes we'll have a side of pasta (usually with chicken or fish). We've cut back on the potatoes, but with the spray butter and fat-free sour cream they aren't too loaded either. We also weigh our meat now. This helps us know how much food we're ACTUALLY eating. We still eat cheeseburgers (95% lean meat, low fat cheese, a tsp of BBQ sauce and a small bun), steak (not very often), pork chops (boneless - easier to weigh and cook), chicken (I'm a dark meat guy), etc. If I'm hungry, I'll have bigger salad. Oops, almost forgot - as an appetizer I'll eat an apple or something (seeing the trend?) while the food is cooking. After dinner, I'll have 1 cup of lower-fat ice cream (Dreyer's Slow Churned) with a pile of light whipped cream (the real stuff from the can, not the non-dairy stuff). Again, measuring the ice cream with a real measuring cup, not eyeballing it. This satisfies my sweet tooth. If the day was a little over in calories, I'll have fat-free, sugar free Jello instant pudding with whipped cream. Anyway, this has been a huge help to me. I ran the marathon at 148 (finished at 145...) which is right where I want to be. I think it's the lightest I've been since high school, yet I feel great and full of energy. I avoid 'sports nutrition' unless I'm going for a long run (10+ miles), then its a gel every 5 miles. On the bike, I'll take a piece of fruit instead of a gel or even a sports drink. As it gets warmer, I'll probably start taking a sports drink on my longer rides for the salts. One final thing - NO!!! sugary soda! I don't even drink juices (haven't since college). Juices have almost the same amount of calories as soda. If you want the juice, eat the fruit. It's much better and more filling that way. I've transitioned to almost all carbonated water with a hint of lime/lemon/whatever. Drinking calories is a great way to load them up without feeling full. I'm not a coffee drinker, so sometimes I'll have a sugar-free Red Bull in the morning but other than that it's all water. Sorry for the long post. As you can see, it all starts with planning dinner for me and lots of fruits. @norcal - Most of my long runs here are semi or unsupported on trails, so I need to carry my water, gels, etc. I found the camelbak the easiest way to carry enough water for 3.5-4 hours. I also do my long runs with a walk interval (9:30/:30) at which time I hydrate and eat a gel if it's time. I'm so used to this that I thought it would be easier for me to carry my hydration with me. Then I could still hydrate during my walk breaks instead of having it dictated to me when I am allowed to drink. As it turned out, they were pretty strict about throwing out the paper cups in the trash cans too. Of course, the trash cans were too close to the water station to get a few good drinks in and keep moving. For a half, I probably wouldn't have brought it with me though. that is very good information. I will talk it over with the wife tonight. My problem is usually with dinner. I always used to way-overeat. (side-note, I once thought about being a competitive eater as I can sit and eat a 4 pound steak with sides) My wife loves to make very large extravagant dinners. I would rather make a large chicken caesar salad and call it good, but she insists. I like the idea of planning the meal the day before and then balancing the breakfast and lunch to the dinner. I am still addicted to pop and my 2011 goal is to rid my diet of pop. I used to be a 5 mountain dew per day guy in college (yes, that is 5 Mt. Dews), and now I am a 1 to 2 pop guy per day. I have tried and tried to cut it from diet, but I know there is an addiction there. I hate coffee, so that is out. And my work has an ice machine, but it never has ice... kinda counter-intuitive. I finally got myself used to regular tea, as I used to only drink sweet tea. Your snacks of fruit and the piece of fruit before dinner is great advice. Thank you for that. On a side note, I went running yesterday and hit 5 miles! I was pretty stoked. The whole run felt good. I am sore today, but hitting 5 miles again boosts my confidence that I can make the half marathon on May 1. Today is rest day and tomorrow will be a long swim day. Doug Edited by loper245 2011-02-13 3:40 PM |
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