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Thanks so much for the words of encouragement! It has been quite a journey so far, but it has definitely been worth it. : )

Hey everyone! Don't forget to check out our blogs for great running tips, from breathing technique, stretching, shin splints and first race tips! Here is the article on breathing techniques to try: http://www.zenlabsfitness.com/perfecting-your-breathing-technique-during-running/ Happy running and namaste! Zen Labs Fitness team

Awesome Beachgirl (name?, lol), What is Triometrics? I am familiar with the Beachbody workouts , but not that one? Never heard of it. I love Insanity, Combat30, T25 and these running apps, cant ever get any better than that. I am a mover and a shaker, so Yoga and Pilates are not for me, I am way to active. I do yoga usually a little after every workout to stretch but to take a class, I would die, lol.. I am outdoors hiking, walking, biking, running when it is not to hot out. Indoor with DVD's when the weather is not good.

There is nothing in the world like looking in the mirror and knowing you are accomplishing your weight loss goals.

Welcome to the community Candace! I have a friend who just completed the 3 day walk in Santa Barbara Best of luck to you as you train, and CONGRATS on losing 55 lbs so far in your fitness journey! That's awesome!

My name is Candace and my race is on 10/25/14. I am super excited about it! I agree that the apps are amazing! Hope you have a great day as well!

I've started the regular way several times over the last few years and always had knee trouble by the end of week 2 which forced me to drop it for weeks. This time I started SLOWER, repeated week 1 three times, then week 2 three times, etc. I've just started week 5 and it's going well, I'm delighted. If anything, the progression to longer runs jumps up too dramatically in the later weeks and I'd really recommend repeating those weeks at least twice, build up stamina really steadily and do it without injury!