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Wii Tutitorial
I've heard that there is a way to set the Wii so that it doesn't do all the talking after each exercise but I haven't been able to figure out how to do it. Anyone know if there is a way? Love my Wii but hate the "down time" between exercises due to the talking.
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Sauna...
This is a question for the experts but anyone who thinks they know should chime in. I've searched the Internet for an answer to this question but can't seem to find one... Nearly every answer to "does sauna aid weight loss" assumes that you are attempting to lose weight by sitting in the sauna rather than working out but…
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Final countdown to marathon questions:
Hello...I ran my half in April w/ a 2:16:01....I am running a full on 11/7. I didn't run a lot of long distance over the summer. I started a 10 week plan..I did a 14 miler last week-didn't go well-I didn't eat beforehand. It took me 2 hours and 34 minutes. I got home, I cried, my legs cramped so bad! This week, I ate a…
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DIET ALONE?
okay I got a question I don't work out very much as in cardio, mainly relying on diet... I do some strength training when I can find the time, I have a very busy schedule having a baby and living on a farm! will I still lose the fat with diet alone? or how exactly does it work? it's only my lower tummy left to go....
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Back FAT Be GONE!
Hey everyone!! :) I don't know about the rest of you, but I can tell you one thing: I'll be ONE happy girl when my back fat is gone. Obviously along with my enormous thighs, stomach, and arms!! LOL. The back fat is the worst though, once I get the back fat, that is when I know: It's time to lose!! Does anyone else share my…
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Slim in 6
I am going to start the Slim in 6 program. Just as soon as I finish typing.......but my big question is How do I record each section under my exercise?? Anyone tried this and how much success have you had? Six weeks seems like a really short time--I watched the fisrt part-- the Start it up---Anyone have trouble doing this…
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Recovering from knee surgery
Hi, Everyone! I had knee surgery a week ago to remove a lump from my knee. I'm still in a lot of pain but am anxious to start exercising again. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to ease back in?
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Sore calves???
I don't get why my calf muscles get so hard and tight about 10 mins after I start to run. I stretch them out TONS before I start but they still get all crampy and tight. Anyone else????
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Can Anyone Tell Me........
Why it is that I weigh more AFTER exercise? I probably go UP 0.5-1 pound after exercise. Does anyone know?
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Sports Injuries and Working out
So I was a competitive figure skater for 12 years and had to quit 2 years ago from a back injury, 2 slipped disks and 2 stress fractures. I was in a back brace for a couple months and went through physical therapy. I didn't get surgery or anything (probably should have, or still should). So I didn't work out most of the…
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I want the elusive smaller butt!
Hi everyone, im sure this question has been asked a million times but here goes ... I want a smaller butt! I am watching my diet and doing enough cardio.I do do weights and have found deadlifts helpful but I find that squat and lunges build the muscle in my butt too much and actually make it appear bigger and rounder ..…
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Workout Routine
I'm going to the pal's and asking your opinions. As far as a weekly workout goes do you: A.) Tend to stick to the same regimen? Do the same workout Dvd or workout on the same pieces of equipment at the gym? B.) Mix it up? Every week or every day is different? Which answer is more successful towards calorie burn and weight…
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SBF2 Reboot Boogaloo! November 15
Starting....
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p90x with bands or weights
which do you use and why? Also what are the pro's cons? I use the bands mainly because the space in my home is very limited and its easier not having to hunt down weights
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How many calories burned
I want to start a work out with Kettle Weights but not sure how to figure out how many calories I would burn doing this. Anyone know
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off to the gym
I am off to the gym today gee its cold outside and rather go back to sleep but the pool is calling my name.:love:
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How many calories burned
I want to start a work out with Kettle Weights but not sure how to figure out how many calories I would burn doing this. Anyone know
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Lobster Hands - Any Runners Have This Issue??
Why is it that any picture taken of me running, shows me with two hands that look like lobster claws? Not fists, not with fingers splayed, not showing thumbs up.....definite lobster claws! Is it just me??
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Polar HRM Chest strap Question...
I just wondered does anyone know if you HAVE to wet the chest strap for it to work accurately??? Its just.... Im going for an outdoor job/sprint in a bit and its FREEZING outside (like ice freezing!!) So the last thing I want is a damp chest strap under my coat (if you see what I mean). If I wear it dry... will it still be…
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Training Motivation! South San Jose CA
Hello! I'm looking for some motivation at the gym (weights)! I have always had a partner whom I like to go to the gym with for motivation, support, help and cheering =) I am new to this area and still meeting new people but non of them are very "athletic"...they prefer to watch TV haha :sad: Thanks! :smile:
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What kind of scale do you use?
Wasn't sure where exactly to put this question, but I think it fits in this category! I was wondering what kind of scale you use? Digital or dial scale? I have both, and my digital scale reads 3lbs higher then my dial scale. I always check my weight on both of them, but I've always "trusted" the dial scale more. Let me…
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Was anyone able to flip flop from a night person to a mornin
I am a night person, which on average isn't a big deal. But I would really like to do the Zumba class in the AM instead of 8pm at night (after a long day I just want to unwind at the point...not wind back up)...but its at 5:15am....I'm still groggy and out of it till noon usually lol. Which is not very functional for…
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wondering about p 90 x
Alright so I have heard so much about p90x and I was wondering if someone could give me kind of a run down of what it is how it works and what you need to start, plus is "insanity" part of p90x is there a separate dvd you need for this??
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SBF2: Reboot boogaloo...wk of Nov. 8
starting...
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Heart Rate Monitor Questions
I just purchased a heart rate monitor yesterday. It is nothing special, a $30 Walmart special - that's what I am able to afford at the moment. The only input to put in under the personal information area was my sex and my age. Didn't ask me my weight. For some reason I thought that my weight was necessary to accurately…
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Ladies, need advice talking to my gf about the gym
So my gf has been "inspired" by my recent weight loss and says she wants to lose weight too... The problem is she is at a healthy weight already and I don't think she eats enough as it is. She could use some toning around her mid section and thighs (its not bad but she complains about them all the time) but her bmi is…
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P90x Training
I wanted to know how many calories I could record per P90x Sessions. For those of you using P90x, I did alot of research. The common agreement amongst users and creators of the program, on average you burn about 600 Calories per session. That is based on a 50 minute workout. Of course this is an average. 600 calories is…
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WORKOUTS???
So since I've been on MFP I have heard about a few different types of exercise workouts including: **P90X **Insanity etc. I was just wondering of any others that you find really good and interesting as I want to expand my knowledge, Hope you can help????
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workout shoes
I need workout shoes and im heading out to Target tonight but was wondering does anyone have good workout shoes that they just love. The ones i have now make my toes go numb when im working out and it drives me insane. I don't want to spend more then $30 I would hate to spend the money on a cheap pair of shoes that end up…
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Fav Fitness Videos
What are your favorite fitness videos? I am in the market for some that are not too pricey! I am thinking "Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred" and "Hip Hop Abs".