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NYC_Native · 06-06-2009, 09:19 AM

I migrated here from FLZine since everyone else was doing it. So why couldn't I as well?

Anyway, I'm 31-years-old, a native Bronxite, cat fanatic and someone who started getting serious about fitness 2 years ago. I found FLZine through Leigh Peele's AvidityFitness site, and then found my way here.

My weight over the last 20 years has veered, from a high of 140 lbs. (I top out at 5'1", so I looked rather fleshy in this phase) to a low of 100 lbs. I've learned to reign in my eating, which bordered on binge fests as a teen and my early 20s. I definitely love to eat when I'm bored, so it's a good thing I discovered things such as walking and hobbies like crocheting.

I have never followed any fad diets. The first time I lost weight, I did it through the classic combo of eating less, and cardio exercise. However, I got skinny-fat from that, and in 2006, was put on a strength-training program by a trainer that really helped with my body recomp. My bf % went down from 34% to 25% - big difference. I haven't done any measurements recently, but I guesstimate my body fat is now in the 20% zone.

In 2008, I did NROLFW, and wow, it produced great results. I lost 10 lbs. on that, and gained a ton of strength. More importantly, it really helped to improve my core and back, which have always been my problem spots. Can't say enough good things about NROLFW.

Now, I'm training for a half-marathon in December, and started running seriously last year. I entered a 5K in November 2008, the first one I'd done in almost 10 years, and even though my time sucked (I completed it in 31:10, or something like that), I got hooked. I've also gotten a running coach to help me with my HM training and am so excited. My first speedwork session with her is next Wednesday. I'm nervous but still looking forward to it!

That's it from me. I'll shut up for now, until the next time.

06-06-2009, 09:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
NYC_Native Household Six Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Who knows at this point Posts: 751	Joyce's Running & Everything Else Log I migrated here from FLZine since everyone else was doing it. So why couldn't I as well? Anyway, I'm 31-years-old, a native Bronxite, cat fanatic and someone who started getting serious about fitness 2 years ago. I found FLZine through Leigh Peele's AvidityFitness site, and then found my way here. My weight over the last 20 years has veered, from a high of 140 lbs. (I top out at 5'1", so I looked rather fleshy in this phase) to a low of 100 lbs. I've learned to reign in my eating, which bordered on binge fests as a teen and my early 20s. I definitely love to eat when I'm bored, so it's a good thing I discovered things such as walking and hobbies like crocheting. I have never followed any fad diets. The first time I lost weight, I did it through the classic combo of eating less, and cardio exercise. However, I got skinny-fat from that, and in 2006, was put on a strength-training program by a trainer that really helped with my body recomp. My bf % went down from 34% to 25% - big difference. I haven't done any measurements recently, but I guesstimate my body fat is now in the 20% zone. In 2008, I did NROLFW, and wow, it produced great results. I lost 10 lbs. on that, and gained a ton of strength. More importantly, it really helped to improve my core and back, which have always been my problem spots. Can't say enough good things about NROLFW. Now, I'm training for a half-marathon in December, and started running seriously last year. I entered a 5K in November 2008, the first one I'd done in almost 10 years, and even though my time sucked (I completed it in 31:10, or something like that), I got hooked. I've also gotten a running coach to help me with my HM training and am so excited. My first speedwork session with her is next Wednesday. I'm nervous but still looking forward to it! That's it from me. I'll shut up for now, until the next time.