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What's your calorie burn rate on your bodybugg when at rest?
Just got a bodybugg. So far it's pretty cool, like how I can see a graph of the calories burned throughout the day. Hate the food entry part though, this site is so much easier! Anyway, I've always wondered if I have a low or high metabolism. It's part of the reason I got it, I wanted to actually see the calories burned…
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Sleepy Feet
I absolutely love my elliptical! And I have pretty nice tennis shoes. So, why is it that whenever I do the exercise, my toes feel all tingly - like my feet are sleeping! I've experienced this on different ellipticals and treadmills, so I know it's not just mine. What causes this, and what can I do to alleviate this problem?
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Getting fit at 55+ years?
Here's a study that should keep you motivated! http://www.scientificamerican.com/blog/post.cfm?id=aerobic-exercise-bulks-up-hippocamp-2011-01-31&WT.mc_id=SA_CAT_MB_20110202 Aerobic exercise physically bulks up the aging brain and improves memory! Participants in the study walked around an outdoor track for 40 minutes, 3…
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Middle Age Fitness Tips?
Anyone have any tips to share? I just turned 40 and finally able to listen just as well as talking. I do notice sometimes an extra recovery day is sometimes necessary. I am also ready to try the foam rollers I keep hearing about in Runners World.
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Some good home workouts?
This weather being dreary and nasty, does anyone have any good circuit HOME workouts? All i have is a yoga mat and ONE 5 pound dumbbell. :/
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My first 5k is in March and I need some advice
I DO NOT claim to be a runner, cyclist or whatever. However, I have always wanted to participate in a 5k or some type of walk/run. I am finally going to do it in March. Since I am currently at a "plateau" in my weight loss, I have been trying to up my workouts and train for the 5k. Can you guys that are runners/walkers…
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Does anyone own a New Balance N2 HRM??
I just got mine.....went with a cheap one cuz I just mainly want to track my calories burned. It does come with a chest strap so I like that!! So far so good!! It is pretty accurate. However, I can't figure out how to clear the caloies burned after I am finished working out! I have been having to subtract my previous…
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Have you done Zumba??
Has anyone done Zumba or currently doing it? I'm curious to get some feedback.
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Need help with strength training!
I've been mixing cardio and strength training at the gym for the last 5 weeks. After being sick and missing the gym for an entire week, I go back today and lifted a little more than normal and don't feel much other than a tiny bit of soreness in my shoulders. I know I shouldn't workout so hard that I can't do anything the…
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Vibram Five Fingers
Has anyone tried the VFF's? I wanted to know how they work, and if they feel good. I have a herniated disc in my lower back, and soft cartilage/ and deterioration in my knees, so I've heard they are not good for those sort of injuries. I want a real persons perspective.
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Weight Loss vs. Muscle Gain?
Is it possible to be losing fat but gaining muscle faster than i lose the fat? I have been pretty good at being under my calories for the past week. I also seem to be gaining weight now. I took my measurements six days ago when i started working out but i wanted to get to day 14 or 15 of my workout program before i measure…
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P90X
I'm trying to add my exercise to the site, but I cannot find P90X. Does anyone know how would I add this?:sad:
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Purge the Pooch
I have a question for everyone. What is the best way to get rid of the pooch on the belly?I have one and that is, in my opinion, the most important thing to get rid of. I have a hourglass shape, which is all fine except that all my weight is center on my stomach in this pooch. My legs, sides and even my butt, are getting…
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ANYONE ELSE WALK FOR THE MARCH OF DIMES?
Looking for others who want too or have walked for the march of dimes. I walked last year and completed the 6 miles. In my area which is Cincinnati. Is there any others? or anyone who lives in my area who would like to join my team. Also, if you would like to donate to the march of dimes I have the badge to get to my…
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How to log P90x? Help!
How are you guys logging P90x? )If you are doing it).. I never know what to type in, and how to get an accurate number for calories burned.
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Can anyone suggest a reasonably price calorie watch?
I'd like to start logging my workouts. None of them are in the system and I have no idea how many calories I burn a day...
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100 Push up Challenge Starting Monday
Would anyone like to join me in starting the 100 push up challenge on Monday? If you are unfamiliar you can visit hundredpushups.com
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i'm a half marathon virgin....have some questions
In 18 days...Feb 20th, I'm running my first half marathon in Austin. Other than the obvious with beans, gum (yes I HAVE to run with gum!, and whatever else I plan on consuming during the run, is there anything else that is non-edible that I need to have with me on the run. As of right now the weather here is in the teens…
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Yoga DVD for flexibility
I want to increase my flexibility with yoga. Does anyone know of any good DVDs? To relieve stress and back pain as well?
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I have just emptyed a early childhood centre sized sandpit
shovel full, by shovel full and dont know how to put it down as exersice on here... Anyone know?
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Nordic poles walking
does anyone log in walking with nordic poles? i cant find anything to log it in and its supposed to be 2x as many calories burned and double the abs workout of "brisk walking" any ideas?????:flowerforyou:
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Big snow in Central Canada & the North East
We got a big snow dumped on us overnight & during the day today !!! Anyone else get it too? Although I hate shovelling snow....it had to be done. I was shovelling for over an hour....and was please to see how many calories I burned doing it !!! Whoopee !!
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C-Section Scars
I had my baby 16 months ago and have been working out for a year. Today, my section area is sore but I am unsure if I injured myself or if its just from working my abs. Thoughts?
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Leslie Sansone walk????
Hi all! I just did a dvd called Leslie Sansone 2 mile walk. Got my heart rate going pretty good but I don't have an HRM.The first mile was at an ok pace but the second one was pretty quick! Has anyone else ever done this dvd before? I'm wondering what I should log it under....Any help would be greatly appreciated!…
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Zumba on Wii...
Anyone have it? I am thinking about buying it, but hate to consider spending $50+ if people don't like it. I read some reviews on Amazon, but wanted to hear from my MFP friends. Thanks in advance! :)
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P90X starts TONIGHT for me!
Well that's it. I'm bored, feel like I'm 90 years old, and among other things, NEED this badly. I'm not even doing it so much for the weight loss anymore. I just want to feel good and have something to do! So I'm starting this kind of strangely. I'm starting on Day 3 (an upper body workout I believe) because I didn't get…
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how do i log bootcamp?
Hi everyone, I'm going to a boot camp class today.. Here is the description - how would you log it??? A class that will challenge your cardio level and increase your strength, flexibility and agility. May include the BOSU ball, step intervals, agility ladder and circuit drills. All levels welcome. Thanks!
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Calories burned for 30 day shred?
How do you calculate the calories burned for the shred workouts? I'll be starting it tonight and want to make sure I calculate it correctly. TIA!
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Why bother?
Hello All, So there is something I am slightly confused about. At 5ft 3 and 129lbs mfp puts me at 1200 calories for the day. Now first, let me tell you i FULLY understand net calories and the importance of eating them back. Thats not so much my question. I run a 10k 4 times a week. (training for rugby) and do 2 full body…
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HIIT on the Elliptical
How do you do HIIT on the elliptical? I don't have a treadmill.