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Nike + users!
NIKE+ users I have added two challenges, the more the merrier! @Nike+ search for these: MFP Turkey Day Challenge MFP December 2010 figured I'd get December up before it gets busy! :bigsmile:
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cardio or weight training 1st
normally when i go to the gym i do an hour of cardio 32 on ellipical and 35 on the treadmill; ending the workout with 20 mins of weight training upper body one day lower next, abs daily. i heard that i should do weight training first, then cardio and rotate abs also. whats everyones views or facts on this
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Back to the Gym
Well it s back to the gym for me today... It has been about 2 years since I worked out with any regularity. So I am going to start with what worked last time I lost weight... sort of. I am planning on following the New Rules Of Lifting weight loss routine. Previously I had lost around 60lbs following the TNT Workout (by…
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how many calories do you burn per day?
Just wondering how many calories everyone tries to burn per day. On my heavy days, I aim for 500 and about 300-400 on lighter days.
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Music Suggestions, anyone?
I am in dire need of music when I work out, and I love music I haven't heard often (or just new music in general.) The stuff I have is sort of stale, and even Pandora is only getting me so far, since I can only put in music I already know. Here's a good list of stuff that I can work out to, pretty well; Lady gaga, Blaqk…
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Exercise TV
I cannot believe I didn't notice this before. My hubby was flipping through the channels the other day and says "Babe, did you know there is an Exercise OnDemand channel?" NO!! So this morning I clicked on there and was so pleasantly surprised by the amount of programs available! It felt like Christmas! I'm actually so…
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butt shaper shoes
I bought a pair before school started and have been wearing them to work every day. I did not think they were working, but then my oldest daughter told me that my butt did not look as lumpy and my calves were "amazing". Then last night I caught my hubby staring at my booty! Yay! Does anyone else have a pair? Does anyone…
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Joining Curves
I asked for opinions on joining curves in a prior post and got some great feedback! :o ) I was just wandering if anyone knew the monthly cost? When you call there they want you to come in and speak with them, I know me Im an easy target I'll sign up for anything with out thinking it through;o( Any help would be appreciated…
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Bodylisious??
Has anybody tryed Bodylisious by Cindy Whitmarsh? Im just getting started on it and so far it is could I was just wondering any one else has tryed it and their thoughts on it?
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Carbonated Water
i prefer carbonated water, deer park, Perrier, pelligreno, etc. I have seen systems for carbonating water yourself. They cost $100-150 and use co2 cartriges. anyone have any experience with these. Do they work? Are they cost effective? Thank in advanc.
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Bought a medicine ball
I bought a medicine ball so the hubby and I could do some work outs together. I've been doing cardio with only sporatic weight training so far and I know I need to add the strength stuff in. My question is how to I log what we do with the medicine ball? Is it strength training (my weight plus the medicine ball's 6lbs?) or…
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help! got any indoor exercises you find fun?
i need an exercise that i find fun. and one that doesn't cost any money. and one that i don't need to go outside for. lately all i've been wanting to do is stay inside and write my novel and/or draw the characters from it. man do i wish i had an exercise bike. i could write while on it. something that would enable me to at…
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How long should you do cardio for?
How long should you do cardio. I go to the gym 3-5 days a week. I do 35-45 minutes on the arc trainer(almost like the elpiticle but burns more cals) Is that long enough?
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Need help with P90x nutrition!!
SO, heres the deal..i kinda am getting P90x from a friend, whom is burning it to my laptop from hers. therefor i do not believe i will have any sort of meal plan, nutrtition advice or anything like that, as far as i know, i am just getting the workouts. If anybody out there has ANY advice big or small, i welcome it! ( i…
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LA MARATHON 5K RUN/WALK MARCH 19, 2011
Hey all ... a friend and I are joining this. In fact, both of us have already signed up for the 5K walk to take place the Saturday before the "main event" on Sunday. The sign up/details are here http://www.lamarathon.com/event/5k-run/ . It's like $ 38.00 to sign up and you can also run for a charity. I think our 5K is…
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rest day
hiya, just a bit of advice needed about rest days. Is it a rest day if i do light exercise?!? im thinking a small jog as i know by the end of the week i wont want to do anything but i know you should have rest days! is it ok to have one rest day a week?! is it wrong to jog everyday? any help would be great xxx
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Bodypump at Goodlife?
Does anyone know how many calories (approximately) this class would burn?
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Bad news for Shape Ups
Actually, this has been obvious since day one: http://www.newsweek.com/2010/10/14/will-toning-footwear-get-you-in-shape/shaper-sneakers.html They also look at the "barefoot running" fad and other shoe technologies. It's not an in-depth article, but it's a good read to cut through some of the marketing BS. Being an old guy,…
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Hurt my ankle but too stubborn to not work out..
I need a good cardio routine (usually do p90x, skip rope, and biking), but all three are out... and I need something to help my heart rate up each day. My left ankle is messed up, but I can stand on it/walk lightly. Don't tell me to just rest or I will intentionally hurt myself just for you. =p I need legit,…
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oh god the pain
Let me preface by saying this that sunday I had a 10 mile hike, along with a 2 mile walk later on that evening, and then 4 miles of walking total on monday. I consider myself to be reasonably fit so far as physical prowess is concerned. I had my first ever plyometrics class on monday. It was the closest I've ever come to…
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Zumba Query!!!
Ok, so I got the wii dance workout and am doing it till my zumba set arrives in the mail. I was kicking around the zumba and heard quite allot of positvie comments, so I took the leap and bought it. I am finding that after 4 children and some injuries I do not have any coordination for the dance workout. I must be…
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Free Workout Group - Gilbert/Mesa Arizona
Just wanted to let you know that my husband, sister-in-law and I have a workout group that meets at Discovery Park in Gilbert, AZ 6p.m.-7p.m. M-F. We meet in the grassy area between the basketball courts and restrooms on every day EXCEPT FOR WEDNESDAYS. On Wednesdays, we utilize the hills so we meet at the South entrance…
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Who counts " housework" as excerise calories?
I've been cleaning all day and Im exhausted. I feel as if I burn alot of calories today. Do you count them?
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Where should I start?
I started my weight loss journey on 9/15 and so far I have been doing fairly well. I have been concentrating completely on the food I should eat and I comfortable with the choices I have made. It is now time to incorporate some exercise. Does anyone have any suggestions for a beginner? I have been walking 30 mins 5x/week…
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Fitness Mythbusting
List your favorite fitness/diet myths and the truth. Myth: This one is for the ladies - Heavy weight lifting will make you bulky. Truth: No, it won’t because women don’t have the testosterone levels required to build or sustain large manly muscles. When women perform heavy strength training, they get stronger and the…
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What stretches good for after run?
I have my list of dynamic stretches for before the run, thanks to http://runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-241-287--13442-0,00.html. What is good for after a run? Runners World recommends static for after, so if I just do the stretching from the end of one of Jillian Michaels dvds will that work? I am only running 3 miles…
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One more week of Turbo Fire left!!
I can't believe I will have finished the whole 12 weeks! I don't think I've exercised this much in my life. :laugh: I'm still wondering what I will do next. Its going to feel weird not having a scheduled workout of the day.
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30 day shred
Starting 30 day shred tomorrow anyone with me?
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One week of insanity and I've lost
MY BOOBS!!! That's the body part that I've always liked the best.. and now they're gone :( . Seriously, I really need to go itty bitty bra shopping..
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Discounts on Fitness classes
I check groupon.com and livingsocial.com daily. They are websites that offer discounts to local businesses. The discounts are only offered one per day and then change but have a year until they expire. I live in St. Louis and so far I have been able to try indoor rock climbing for $10, 8 bootcamp classes for $25, unlimited…