Thanks BossMan! That gives me a definite starting point and something to push myself towards.

I am the WORST runner. I HATE it, mainly because I struggle so much when I do try it. I would like to be able to run a mile and a half in 16 minutes by the time May comes around. (I'm in the military, and that's next physical fitness test. :) ) What is the best way to increase endurance / better run...

you could, depends on how well you follow guidelines food - go to diet section and read "read before posting..." training - what are/can/have you done? equipment? time? limitations???? As far as training goes- I try to do 30 minutes of cardio a day, at least. I'm not a good runner, so I m...

I am trying to lose thirty lbs before next physical fitness test, which is in 6 months. This calculates to about 1.25 lbs a week. I read that all I need to do is burn 500 more calories or consume 500 less calories per day. Is this true? How do I find out how many calories body burns per day at rest?...