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This is really insightful thanks, Charlotte!

So did these changes impact your energy levels and did you lose much weight?

Baby shampoo does the trick, don't forget to rinse though, it will make your tears come down if not. LOL!

Happy Birthday Mitch!

Still in week one of official training plan but after another trainer ride and short run this morning I am loving the motivation and feeling right now! All through the ride kept reminding myself about form/relax/breath/smile which helped me get through the harder parts, as did the pumping euro dance beats :-)

I just finished a spinach and apple smoothie which was surprisingly tastey too!

I hope everyone else is having fun and feeling great!!

Yes, the changes did impact my energy levels.  I feel much better without the processed foods, especially sugar and flour. i have to read labels alot.  if any item has any kind of sugar (other than nonprocessed fruit) listed within first 4 ingredients i do not eat it. I am discovering new healthier foods and am not hungry between meals.

I have not yet noticed a dramatic change in weight - 4 to 5 pounds - about 0.5 pounds per week.  I do not think of it as a diet but rather a lifestyle change so i am happy that i am no longer on yo-yo dieting circuit. I think if i am consistent the weight will come off just not very fast. The most compelling and desired impact is the decreased cravings for white sugar, baked goods, candies, etc.  I just say no.  Instead of being stuck in the rut of 1 is too many and 10 is not enough of cookies, etc, it is just off easier to say no.  i miss frozen yogurt and need to figure out a way to make some frozen treats, but i love quinoa and many of the Paleo recipes.  

The Cross Fit professionals at our gymn are adamant that the benefit of 1 hour of crossfit, triathlon training, etc. will be markedly diminished if paired with typical western diet.  I think they are probably right.  although, i know some fellow triathletes who would strongly disagree; they are the kind of people who seem to be able to eat anything they want and never binge or crave. 

Been dealing with mile Plantar Fascitis in my right foot.  Mainly the arch that is sore, but heel sore when waking up in morning.  I stretch calves of stairs and ice after longer workouts (frozen water bottle that I roll back and forth).  Also massage arch, etc. with a tennis ball.  Seems to be helping as it feels a bit better and definitely not worse. 

I have had piriformis issues and had ART (active release therapy) from a sports chiro last year.  I now foam roll often (2 or 3 times per day) and really do the butt, hams and calves.  It has helped immensely and now I can drive long distances without an issue.  I also do yoga a minimum of once a week.  Pigeon pose is a great one.  The key is to do these things even when it doesn't bother you so that it doesn't come back.

Now thats a testimony! I am excited about my new 'lifestyle' - we just emptied the fridge/freezer/pantry of all processed food and bought fresh - already loving coconut, spinach and apple smoothies!!

Have you tried coconut milk/products? I saw a recipe on one of the sites your suggested for coconut milk yoghurt - if I can find it again, worht a tri!

@Mark H - The only diet that works is one that is practical, sustainable and consistent with your lifestyle.  If you can support a paleo regime - awesome.  For me, it wasn't sustainable because my wife can't tolerate it.  So, we eat a very Mediterranean diet - lots of nuts, legumes, olive oil, fish, veggies and, of course, wine.  

@Jackie - So agree about stretching that which doesn't hurt or ache.  Preventative stretching and increased flexibility help reduce overuse injuries.

@Chris - how's that marathon training going?

@Matthews - Glad to hear about the progress in the pool.  Been experiencing some improved performance of my own.  Funny how small improvements in swimming performance make you feel good, but over the course of a HIM or shorter they don't translate into appreciable time savings.

All: Big ramp in training for me this week.  Work has been nuts and the 4 am wake up bell has been hard to meet, but I got in all of the planned workouts.  Last night's 7:30 pm swim followed by an early morning trainer/dreadmill brick was painful.  Long drainer ride tomorrow and then a recovery week.  Keep on training.

Stupid question time:

So exactly how do you use baby shampoo or dish detergent on your swim goggles?

Jackie, it's here. Although I don't know why they would put it on the outside of the lens as well.

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As luck would have it, the weather got nice here, but I didn't feel good enough to run or ride this beautiful Saturday morning. Headache kept me awake at night and decided to stay home. Will ride and run tomorrow with the club and sign up for our local Gold Coast Marathon to keep me motivated. Have a great weekend everyone!

if you use a true antifog product make sure to follow the directions appropriately. I used some and thought well I'll quick dry them instead of rinsing them with water after putting the anti-fog in. Needless to say, chemical burn to both eyes and $300 later plus no swimming for about a week.

15 mile run this morning.  Went better than I thought it would.  Felt strong at the end. Was lucky enough to have time to squeeze in an easy spin to loosed up legs.  

Jim - check your total on the spreadsheet.  I mistakenly started entering my data on your line and think I got the right numbers put back in but am not quite sure.