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My son is 10 and worked for my Mom this summer doing outside chores. He saved his money and bought himself an iPod Nano. He loves it and takes it everywhere. Thankfully, he lets Mom use it on her walks;) Andrea

I would do a nice power yoga. Andrea

>While I would never let a daughter listen to them, I >personally like their song, "Buttons". It makes me feel sexy. >After I take the national medical boards in June I plan on >attempting to choreograph a strip tease to it to surprise DH. >That would be nice to him seeing as though I'll...

Yes, the shoe store is the only way to go. A friend of mine walked a marathon and was recommended a running shoe because it was a long distance and the shoe was a bit lighter. All running shoes are different though, and she needs to be fitted by a pro. Andrea

Dh leaves for work at 4am, so I'm going to sneak a pair of furry handcuffs into his lunch box. Then I'm going to decorate the living area like a Hawaiian luau before the kids get up. I saved money for this and got some great stuff. I'll turn up the Beach Boys a little loud to help wake...

I've used the vanilla flavor in my smoothies. It's the only protein powder I've liked. Andrea

Hi ladies! I need to get on track with my eating. Joining a workout check-in many years ago helped me be consistent with exercise. Maybe this will help the nutrition end of things? I've tried a couple of other places in the past, but I wasn't challenged enough. You all look like a...

DO IT! My SIL and I did it last year. If you can run a 10K and are an advanced exerciser you will have no problem. There is a ton of uphill, so you might want to train for that. It is, hands down, the most fun you will ever have running a race. Don't expect an awesome time. Just expect to...

Is it spicy hot? Can PB be used instead of tahini? Andrea

1/2 c regular oats and 1 c milk. Cook for 1:30. Then cook for 30 sec. more. That's what works for me. I wonder if it has something to do with organic milk? I've gotten two cartons in the past 6 months that have little chunks. The milk smells fine, but the chunks are like slimy pieces of...

At 6'1" I totally suck at pushups. I also feel like they are working better when on my knees. I always say to myself that pushups on my knees probably feel as hard as pushups on toes for Cathe! One more thing about guys. Their center of gravity is in their chest. Ours is in our hips. My...

I can't help, but I sure hope someone can. I have done searches and searches on it and just can't find much. I have taken a week off of running here and there. I have iced like it was going out of style. I have taken anti-inflammatories. Nothing has helped. I finally gave up running...

I have the dog tag one too. It's nice cause you can pick a pic or quote for the back. I put my blood type on mine as well. As for the orange vests, I wear one on my bike. I didn't until a guy got hit and died on our rural roads. Many drivers can't see very well at all. Andrea

I have the V-bike and love it. I have ridden the Revmaster, but prefer the V-bike. Mine cost $750 a few years ago. They actually might be cheaper now as spinning has become more popular. I only have Spinervals, but IMO they are great workouts! You might take a spin class or two as well...

Thanks! That makes perfect sense. Do you find you use them exclusively? Or, do you still pull out your other dumbells now and then? It would be quite nice to have one set only. My dumbells are stored in the bottom of the coat closet and it is such pain to kneel down and dig them out every...

I saw them at a fitness convention and they looked like they would get in the way during one arm rows, triceps kickbacks, etc. I thought I would be rubbing my sides with them. Have you noticed this? Andrea

Hi Deb! I know you had a lot of frustrations with your injury last year. I keep thinking of you to help keep my spirits up! Andrea

Great encouragement! Thank you Amy and Lori. I'm glad you shared your experience Lori. I only have a 20 min. opening yoga practice planned for today. I was reading my yoga book and found that opening helps to bring one out of the dumps. I'll probably just do yoga this week and one light...

And thanks I forgot to thank you for your post. I've been checking the site all day. Your post was very well written and makes a lot of sense. I'm printing it out. Andrea

Hi Debra, Good to hear from you! I agree that endurance sports and the endurance check-in at VF are intoxicating! The half is 4 weeks away. I have pretty much decided to drop to the 10K if I go. I've already paid, so of course want my money's worth. I hired a coach and he pushed me...