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Best kettlebell DVD workout for women over 50?
Hi, just got a Weider powerbell which is a fancier kettlebell. Anyway the dvd that came with it is pretty plain and I wanted to mix it up some. Anyone use one and can let me know which? Keep in mind I am just 100 days into exercising and losing weight so I don't need a killer workout. Thanks a bunch. birdie
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Brizilian Butt Lift
Hi is anyone doing or have done the Brazilian Butt Lift, and how has it worked for you? Is it hard easy fun boring, specifics please!! I have been doing ZUmba and have lost weight but i wanted something different. i am getting kinda bored. Ok i just searched this site that some of you have or are doing it. What are your…
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Jillian Michaels - 30 Day Shred
OMG! I have done this workout two times so far it has kicked my booty BIG TIME! I think if you are looking for a workout that you are going to get results from, and also that's quick in pace and only 20 minutes. This is like GOLD! I have a Wii and the EA Active program which I love also, but sometimes when the workout gets…
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A good running shoe recommendation
I have a pair of thin sketchers for running shoes. I have ran 2 miles a day for 3 weeks. The last week and a half, both ankles have been in extreme pain. I have to walk and run with my feet turned in to keep the pain off the outside of my ankles. I have taken a 2 day rest to try and let my ankles heal, but they won't. What…
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One Hundred Push Ups
Just wondering how people are getting along with the challenge? I'm on week 2, day 1. And im amazed how quickly im improving!
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Yay me!!
I walked a 16min mile today shaving a full minute off my previous best time!!!!!! And my legs didn't get nearly as tired as they usually do. It's definitely getting easier. My goal is 15min, then I plan to add another 1/2 mile. Just had to share because I've been so excited about it all day. Melissa
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Do you have a Wii fit or plus that you are not using?
I have a goal of losing 100lbs in a year. I live in Ohio and I know that my time for walking outside is coming to a close quickly. When the weather gets too cold or nasty I wont be able to continue on my mile walks. My town has no YMCA or places like a mall or indoor fitness track. (Not till next year... counting the days.…
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A Worthwhile Purchase?
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/3025226/c_1/1|category_root|Sports+and+leisure|14419152/c_2/3|15701400|Home+gym+equipment|14419293/c_3/4|cat_14419293|Exercise+cycles|14419316.htm#pdpProductReviews I've recently been thinking of getting myself an exercise bike. But then I saw this on the Argos website and…
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Strength Training
I have a problem! I started at a new gym. I want to step up my workout from just the Curve Curcuit to more strength training to build muscle before I lose a lot to prevent sagging skin. The problem is I'm also accustomed to counting calories and with strength training there no way to accurately track calories burned. Ant…
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Just Dance 2!
I am beyond excited that this is coming out on Tuesday, Oct 12th! I can't wait! I saw some screen shots and it looks awesome!!! When I get it I will make sure that I come here and post all of the songs that are on it.
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Runners/Joggers Please help!
So I really want to be able to run/jog, but right now I can't even run a whole mile without stopping. Even a half-mile would be hard for me, where do I start? How does one become a "good runner" is there any trick to it?? I feel like my breathing really throws me off too, is there a correct way to breath when you run?…
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Shin splints
Does anybody know how to get rid of um?
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Which is the best Couch to 5K app for iPhone??
I see that there are three apps for the C25K program. Which one do you prefer, and why?
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Whatsoever !!! I aint losing any weight :(
Hey All, I have been following a good diet and exercise regime but since past 2 weeks havent seen any weight loss or inch loss !!! I began my weight loss journey on 28th July 2010. I managed to lose around 10 kgs till 4th Oct 2010... but no further progress.....Have I hit the plateau so sooooooon ????? 1) I have been…
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ZUMBA!!
does anyone have a zumba dvd that they follow at home? I would love to take classes at the gym but I cannot afford a gym membership so most of my workouts are done at home by dvd. Does anyone reccommend a good Zumba program? it looks like fun, i LOVE to dance and think it would be great. if anyone has a review could you…
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Anyone do DDR here??
My children and I do Dance Dance Revolution together sometimes for fun. I just realized the other day that they have a workout mode on the game... I did it yesterday and it was quite a fun workout. It's not in the mpf database for the exercise calculator.... How exactly should I record it in my daily exercise??? Any…
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Proper way to run?
I'm working on the C25K and I have a few running questions... I have flat feet and there is always a pulling feeling in the arch area after I'm finished. Normal? Is there a special sort of shoe I need to buy? I don't know how my feet are supposed to go when I run...I've noticed they sort of just hit the ground flat instead…
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Regarding HRM, please help.
I have a Polar 4. I reset my weght every 5 pounds I lose. My questions is do I reset my heart rate too? Right now I have my zone set on 65% minimum and 85% maximun. The smaller you get, the higher your heart rate increase but the lower calorie you burn is this correct?
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HEART RATE MONITOR!!
DOES ANYBODY USE THE WATCH I REALLY CANT GET THE CHEST STRAP RIGHT NOW AND I FOUND SOME PRETTY REASONABLE WRIST WATCH ONES ARE THEY PRETTY GOOD ARE JUST A WASTE OF MONEY?
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exercise database
I'm still confused.. about this.. Why is the exercise database so limited ? And why can't i find any dvd' workouts in the database ? Even the super famous one on this web site like 30 day shred- no dvd in the database. I know it should go by " cardio " but it would be much better if you could just type in the dvd name and…
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Chalean Extreme - resistance bands?
I need to get some 15, 20, and 25 lb dumbbells for Chalean Extreme - they are so expensive, even on ebay/craigslist! I think I may go with resistance bands instead - has anyone had any experience using bands for a Beach Body program, Chalean Extreme in particular, instead of hand weights?
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half marathon complete, but BLISTERS! advice?
I completed my first half marthon yesterday (ran 5 miles, walked 8), but everytime I've gone longer than 10 miles, I get a blister on the bottom of my foot near the big toe. I have changed to double layer running socks, put vaseline on my feet...any other ideas? I really don't want this to be my last half, but if I can't…
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Who's Starting C25K With Me On Aug 23?!?!
I have decided since the humidity is getting a lot lower and so are the temps that Im doing to try and start c25k on monday and would LOVE some running buddies to join me for 9 weeks!! Who's In?
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Fitness question
I have a question for all you fitness profesionals :wink: . I recentlly bought another hrm(polar ft7). This watch shows calories burned, time, and there is a section for time in fat burn. Although my calories are always high(617 today), my fat burn was only 6 minutes. If i want my stomache jiggle to go away, dont i need to…
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Accurate calories burned: treadmill or MFP?
After exercising on the treadmill for 30 min. the treadmill said I burned 263 and MFP said I burned 186. Which is right?
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Do MBT shoes really work?
Yo! :smile: I've been reading up about MBT shoes. Some good things, some bad things. So I decided to come to the good army of MFP-er's for advice. MBT shoes - Have you had any personal experience with them? Do they really help to tone up? Thanks guys. :wink:
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should I try to run/jog being so over weight??
So I am wondering if I should try to attempt to run/jog even though I am 130lbs overweight? I have had a knee problem in the past, mostly due to my weight. So I dont know if I should just keep at a walk or try to kick it up to a jog- any thoughts???
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Air walkers anygood???
Hi there i reguarly go to fitness classes during the week, but would like something to do at home, ideally i would like a cross trainer but to save on cost as im getting married in 9 months so every bit goes towards that at min. My mom has an Air Walker which i was considering borrowing i was just wandering if any of you…
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Flabby Arms
I know its probably already been asked, but does anybody know of a good exercise (or two) to tone up, what my partner calls my "tuckshop lady" arms??
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surprised myself today!
Sooo I have never been a runner, and I always keep thinking, "ahh I'm so tired, have to stop" and so I do. But today I ran 2 miles without stopping!! I didn't even know I could do that! hah I'm proud of myself. Anyways any tips to building endurance? My legs weren't tired at all, the problem was my lungs, also this is kind…