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New Treadmill
Well I am getting a new treadmill tonight and I was wondering if anyone has any good workouts that they follow I don't just want to walk or run for 30-60 minutes each night I want a little bit of a challenge. I have an elliptical at home as well but I never really use it because I found it a little dull, so I am hoping I…
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Which shoes to choose??
I currently am running in Brooks and I LOVE them. They give me great support, are lightweight, and keep my feet cool. I am in the market for a new pair of running shoes because my are wearing out. I am looking at Brooks again but would like some other suggestions in case there are some options I haven't researched. The…
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Ummm.....
I kinda have a personal question and I hope it doesn't offend anyone...I'm:blushing: :blushing: just really curious. Does anyone know how many calories you burn.....um...having sex?
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Doing crunches correctly
How do I do crunches without putting so much tension in my neck?
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Biggest Loser (Wii) on sale
I didn't know how else to let everyone know that the Biggest Loser for the Wii is on sale for 19.99 at GameStop. I couldn't let this pass me up it's normally 39.99
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Dumbbell exercise chart
Does anyone know if there is a free printable chart online that has the dumbbell exercises for the different body sections? Thanks!
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Comparing Heart Rate Monitors
OK, silly question. Has anyone here (or maybe some place on the web) used two different brands and/or types of heart rate monitors and compare what the resulting calories burned are at the same time? For example, I would wear my Mio on my left wrist and a F6 on my left and see what the differences are after my workout. Doug
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yoga video
Does anyone know of a good yoga video I could invest in? Or maybe something online? I really enjoy yoga, and they have free classes at my university, but I work during the class time. :( I'd love to be able to do yoga at home without an instructor. I'm looking for something low key and relaxing that I could do at the end…
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30 day shred users
I have read a lot of people using the JM 30 day shred DVD -- a few questions about it 1. what are the requirements for weights - Im assuming it is a cardio/strength training workout 2. do you do it everyday? I thought that you are supposed to rest your muscles before exercising them again... 3. would you recommend this as…
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GYM???
Anyone go to Plant fitness? I want to join its only $20 a month and a $10 sign up fee. The only thing I don't like about it is in June they charge $39. Should I let this bother me? It seems like a good deal. That means in June I would be paying them $60 right?
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Daily routine activity
Hi, I am new to this site and was wondering if you all add in the daily routine activity such as general cleaning your home and/or taking flights of stairs? I would think that all would be good to know but also good to have as 'padding' to your daily exercise as well.
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entering exercise goals
When you enter your exercise goals, should they include strength training and cardio or just cadio? I'm new so thanks for your help.
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Stairmill anyone?
Just wondering if anyone does this lovely piece of equipment at the gym...I use it regualrily and like the work-out it gives me - I am going for a record of 1 hour on it tonight :)
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Help with Newbie Strength Training Workout
Hi guys, I've got the cardio down for now, looking to add some strength training into my routine. Just simple things to start out with for a few weeks, don't have a gym membership any longer and I have some light weights. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!! Thank you! :flowerforyou:
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ZUMBA!
Does anyone know how many calories Zumba burns? There is no Zumba catagory under exercise so i just make it General Aerobics. What do you think? I do Zumba 1-3 days a week and love it but would hate for anyone not in class to ever see me do it, I'm a horrible dancer but I have fun with it!
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INSANITY WORKOUTS
Im new here and have started to work out. Ive been doing Insanity for two days. WOW Its definitily the correct name? My question is to fiqure out how many calories Im burning to log it in here? Any one else doing this workout I know there is alot of p90x going on. Thank You
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EA Active & EA Active more workouts
Anyone compared their calorie burn to reality using a hrm? I've read in a couple places that their calories burned is way off. I'm still going with what they tell me, but I think it's under what it should be.
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Couch to 5k, anyone?
Hiya! I have been looking at this program and hearing wonderful things about it for years, and I think it might be about time to give it a go. I am planning my first week to start this coming Monday, January 18th. Anyone else interested?
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Steady decrease in calories
I've been exercising 6 days a week for almost a year now and estimated my exercise calories. I got a heart rate monitor for Christimas ! Love the gadget, and realized I had been over-estimating what I burn during exercise. Now... after 3 weeks of wearing my HRM, I can see that calories I burn are steadily decreasing even…
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Core workout
What do you all do to tone your core (tummy, back, sides)? I had two kids, both c-section so I have what I lovingly call my "shelf" :tongue: and don't feel my abs hurt after working out so I want to try and target my core. Any tips?
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Houston and surrounding areas- Avon 3 day
Is there anyone out there interested in participating (teaming up) to do the Avon 3 day walk for breast cancer in April? I would love to form a team. It is a 39 mile walk over 3 days and I am waiting on my brochure/introduction meeting to find out the rest of the details. It is a great way to get lots of exercise (and will…
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FitBit
Does anyone have the fitbit and how do they like it? i was reading on the website and it sounds like a great tool. it is $99 but automatically updates for you.
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Knee pain?
I have recently discovered some on again/off again knee pain in my left knee. The pain is pretty much under the knee cap and slightly to the left. It hasn't been hurting consistently, and it usually doesn't hurt when I workout. I noticed it one day after I ran (as I was coming down some steps about 20 minutes after the…
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No motivation
I literally have zero motivation these past couple days... What helps with that??? I feel like I just want to sleep... Please give me your tips and what motivates you to get going to actually accomplish your goals! HELP!!
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Do sit-ups really work?
I HATE doing sit-ups but I'd do them if I knew they really worked.
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calculating calories burned
I don't have a heart rate monitor, and I know I should get one, but I'm a little strapped for cash right now. I'm just wondering if anyone could give me a ballpark. This morning I did p90x cardio, and then I go to work at a Deli, where I stand or walk briskly, lift heavy things, bend etc. all day. My other job is in a…
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Start May 2010 Challenge
Hey all!!!! My birthday is May 2nd and I thought that would be a perfect, realistic date for me to set for me to lose 20-25 lbs. That way I am set for the summer. I have been trying to lose the last 20 lbs for two years now. My son will be four in February and it has taken that long for me to be motivated enough to want to…
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Wii Fit, Fit Plus, etc for December
Welcome, This thread is for anyone who has a Wii and uses it for any or all of their exercise routine. We each set our own exercise goals and check in once week to see how we are doing on meeting those goals. Check -in will be on Mondays. Wii-Fit goal - I am changing my exercise goals from 30 minutes 4-5 times a week to 45…
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Losing weight without exercising
Is there anyway to do this? I am not the kind of person to go to the gym, they intimidate me. Anyway, that I can lose weight with just normal every day activity?
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Addicted to exercise
So I'm pretty sure that this exists, due to the endorphins released while exercising, however have never experienced it...until today. I have had a gym membership since last year and work out 4-6 times per week. The other day, I started the day off badly and went over my target after eating lunch. So I went to the gym and…