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Up My Zumba
Hi! I've been working out for just over a year because I found Zumba and love it and love my instructor (she is tough...lots of jumping and moving). My heart rate is now in the 50s. Is there anything I can do to bring my Zumba to the next level?
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Currently exercising more should I update my activity level?
So basically I have it set to sedentary since I mostly just walked for like 15 min since July and not until this month I started working out more since my child is 10 months I have more time to do workouts. I’ve been working out now 3-6 times a week for 3 weeks now should I change my levels to moderately active now ? For…
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Electrolyte Consumption Post-Exercise?
What are general principles to follow in regards to dosing electrolyte replenishment post-exercise? Know it is variable based off of individual composition, type and intensity of exercise, etc. Looking for science based recommendations
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Best beginner running app for obese person
Hello. Wondering if there are any 100 plus overweight people who have tried running apps. If so which is the best and the most appropriate. Thank you
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Reverse dieting
Hello, after 5 months of heavy restrictions i messed up my metabolism. For a couple of weeks i have been doing a reverse diet and i just increased my cal intake by 100cal/ day. Does anyone have any tips for this diet that will minimize the amount of weight i gain. Right now im eating 1300 cal/ day, i want to get to…
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Peloton Bike/Tread
Hey All, I am starting to get ready to purchase my first set of in-home equipment and am very indecisive. I am leaning towards Peloton; however, am not opposed to other brands. I am hoping to purchase either a treadmill or a bike. For those that own a treadmill or bike, do you have any advice of what to look for? What…
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Double counting calories
Just food for thought for anyone who is wearing any type of fitness tracker. If you are using a second app for tracking your runs make sure you aren't wearing your step tracker while you are running otherwise you will be double counting your steps and MFP will give you a false calories burned. I have a Polar Loop so I use…
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Apple Watch friends
I'm looking for Apple Watch Friends to do challenges with all I have is family and they never want to do them. Please message me for my if and I'll add you
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Pushing through pain when exercising?
Whenever I work out I feel lots of pain at my knees, elbows, etc and it makes me want to quit each time. I do HIIT currently because of my living situation since I'm doing an exchange semester abroad and can't access a real gym and doing exercises on the ground really hurt. Any tips? Thanks!
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Weight Loss
Looking to see before and after pictures do the lady's with an apple shaped body. Big plus if your between 5'3&5'5 and started near 280 pounds!
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Anyone using studio sweat on demand?
Hi my name is angela..been trying to keep up with these spin classes on studiosweatondemand and they are killer can't make it through half sometimes. Was just wondering if anyone subscribed to it so we can motivate each other
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Kettle Ball to purchase
I will be new to kettle ball and am wondering if anyone has a recommendation for kettle ball they use and like the design. I have just started to look at kettle balls and seems like there is a wide spectrum of design and price. Would a kettle ball which allows you to change the weight be a good investment? Is there a…
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Using iPhone for counting steps
Is it pretty accurate? I just figured out I can do that. :/ Most of the time I use the treadmill so it's all figured out for me. But when I start walking outside, I'll need something reliable. Thanks!
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Weight gain from coffe mate
Did anyone else notice a weird weight gain with any coffee mate sugar free version? I started drinking it months ago but for some reason instead of losing weight I am suddenly packing on the pounds.
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Walking Vs. Cardio at home
Hello fitness family! I am trying my hardest to get back into the swing of things to get this weight off. Not to mention in June I have my best friends wedding to attend and it will also be a little vacation for the husband and I. So it would be nice to have lost a decent amount of weight to not look back at all the…
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Anybody doing Freeletics?
Hi all, Today I purchased the Freeletics coach and completed my first workout. I've been thinking about this for a while after seeing so many positive reviews about this app and I'm so thrilled to have finally made this step. Now I'm wondering if anybody else is using this and is interested in sharing their opinion, or…
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Is my FitPro not compatible with this app?
I can't seem to find it to connect it with MFP to count my exercise all in one place. Anyone know a possible work around or if I'm doing something wrong?
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Chlorine Question for Experienced Pool Rats
Have taken up daily aquafit with husband, and shower well afterwards. I do at least one hot mat class a day, and I sweat profusely. My sweat smells like chlorine. It’s absolutely grossing me out, and the odor is very, very distracting, too. Have been breaking out in itchy patches, too, since beginning aquafit, also…
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Exercise Calories
Hi, I’m new and didn’t notice that my exercise calories that I have burned was being added to my daily calories. Is there an option to change that? Or do I just not log my exercise so that it doesn’t get added to my daily calories? I’m sure of it sure has been asked million times, but I couldn’t find it. Thanks
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Thumb Arthritis And Lifting
I have arthritis in the base of both my thumbs, with the right one being the worst. Does anybody have any suggestions to help alleviate some of the pain when working out? Have thought about trying gloves, but not sure I would feel comfortable wearing them.
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Dealing with life
So the boot is on my leg for another 3 weeks.
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Calories burned wrestling kittens
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Few beginners questions!
Should I eat before or after a workout. Is it best to work out first thing in the morning? Also if I wanted to do a yoga video and full body video when should I do the yoga, first or last?
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Training to run a half in April
Hello everyone! I am a couple of weeks away from running a half, I was running (with some walking) 8 miles 2 weeks ago now its like I am starting over with shins splints, massive lactic acid buildup, PAIN. Sunday I had to stop after 2 blocks, I know the first 3 miles is always the worse but this was different. I…
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Double Partial Knee Replacement (patellafemoral replacement)
Anyone here have a partial knee replacement (patellafemoral replacement)? I'm getting them both done later this year after years of failed treatments. I've been reading up on the recovery, but a lot of the experiences I'm reading are from less-than-active people. I'm very active and curious about time frames in terms of…
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Suggest for new bike rack
I’m looking to get a hitch bike rack. Anybody use the Kuat brand racks (Sherpa 2.0 or NV 2.0) I’m familiar with Thule (T2 Pro XT) but Kuat is a bit cheaper and is better reviewed. We have carbon gravel and road bikes, no fat tire bikes. Want a rack we can just set the bikes into. We also have a Yakima roof rack for my…
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5K Beginners
I have never run, and I don’t know how to start. But I really want to run the 5K the my community has every year. It will be on May, and I was wondering if you guys can give me an advice. Have a nice day
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Looking to start a rowing workout - advice needed
I want to try something new, and once spring hits for real, actually do it in real life. I am thinking rowing since I live near several rivers and multiple rowing clubs and am a breast cancer survivor (I am told it is great for increasing range of motion and restoring strength/posture). Does anyone currently row? How did…
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Connect Apple Watch
Hello how can I add my Apple Watch onto this app to add my steps and calories burned etc Thanks
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Realistic calories burned with kettlebells
Can anyone help me figure out how many calories you burn doing a kettlebell workout? Because: more food. But my deficit is small, thus I don't want to overdo things. I do about 40 minutes workouts. Swings, clean and press, squats, etc. When I say 40 minutes then that's the actual workout time without breaks. I'm drenched…