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Tummy fat
I've heard that thsi is the hardest part of your body to lose, and I'm finding that it is so very true. Any tips on getting rid of this annoying tire around my stomach? I'm also on a very strict diet and run every other day. Thanks in advance!
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Wii workout?
This has maybe been addressed in the past, but are there any good workouts for the Wii? I saw a skunk waddle across the road tonight as I was walking/jogging and I think it might be time for an indoor workout!!
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Turbo Jam or ChaLEAN Extreme Deluxe Upgrade
I need a vote. I am finishing ChaLEAN Extreme Burn Phase tomorrow and will be starting Push Phase. As a reward for sticking with it for 1 full month I am going to purchase either Turbo Jam or Deluxe Upgrade to get some variety. So I know there are some Turbo Jam fans but I have not heard many people say anything about the…
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My demise!!!!
Why is something that feels sooooo good my biggest issue??!! THE GYM!! As soon as I get there I feel better and I know if I keep doing it I will not only feel better but end up looking better thus the reason why we're all here... So I don't get why it is sooooo hard for me just to throw on the clothes and get there and get…
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the firm vs buns of steel
which one is better the thruth i love tham both when i was in my t20 i started of with denis austin then i found these two series of tapes i did tham faithful and if i was to compare myself yesterday against what i look like today back than i had a killer body do they still make this series and which one is better just out…
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Suggestions for exercise I will stick with
So I'm at it again! I got to get this weight off. Softball is over and the pounds are creeping on easier than ever. I need to keep active, but I don't have the motivation I guess. I wish I could find something that I would stick with. I'm busy running kids around, I want to go to a gym, but no money for that, by the time I…
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Exercise doesnet help to loose weight
Hi folks, You might be interested in reading this article which outlines a recent scientific study that claims exercising doesnt help weightloss! http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/sciencetoday/2009/0917/1224254710448.html
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Has anyone used the Turbulance Training program (free is a g
Here's the training plan. http://maggiewang.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/turbulence_training_4-week_bww_cm.pdf It looks pretty good for a starting place. :) Just wondering if anyone is interested in trying it out w/me. :)
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mile run today...
been to gym again. im getting good. maybe i should just post on one thread,,,,, anyway 1 mile in 12.5 minutes on treadmill. had to give up couch to 5k cos ipod podcast were sooooooo boring. i got back to 90s on ipod now and its great to run 2
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Help me reformulate my exercise regimen
Ok folks, because of some changes at work, I now have a morning time to work out for about an hour, monday through friday. I'd like to use it in a way that will help my runnning training, and keep me losing weight. I have a bike, however the winter is going to be here in a couple months, which means ice EVERYWHERE. I would…
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After a plateau I'm planning to kick butt and take no prison
I've been at this silly plateau (although I THOUGHT I'd broken through it while I was sick!:grumble: ) for a few weeks. Today I cut my calories down by 180, started the 200 situp challenge, the 100 pushup challenge, did strength training with weights for my arms AND hit the stationary bike. I WILL get through this plateau.…
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Im so excited( Toning and buliding muscles)
:happy: :bigsmile: Its 8:20am in the morning In Atlanta..Good morning MFP...I feel like a kid waiting on christmas ..UPS suppose to be delivering my weight set anytime now..Im so excited and ready ...Im so ready to start toning up as I loose these last 35lbs Here Is Why:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :drinker: :drinker:…
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Is there a way..
(and I'm sorry if this topic has already been posted before..) But is there a way to enter in regular daily activity in to the exercise section that has to do with chasing around a crawling baby, picking him up (20+ lbs) hundreds of times a day.. like.. squats.. for picking him up.. or something to that effect?? Am I…
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Why Is It...
that when the dog, baby, phone, etc wakes you up 5 minutes before your alarm goes off you don't want to get up to exercise but if you have that extra 5 minutes of sleep you would be fine. So my alarm always goes off at 5:00 am and I get up and start my day off with my exercise routine. Well this morning something was not…
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Starting ChaLEAN Extreme on Aug 31st...want to join me?
I will be starting a new round of CE on Aug 31st and looking for people to join me and help me keep accountable! I have completed one round of CE and LOVED it. I just tried to start a round of INSANITY a couple of weeks ago and I was liking that too but I am finding I am getting injuries (knees, joints) all the time and I…
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Please don't make me go to the gym...
I just can't seem to stick to the gym routine. I'll do good for a week or two but it just gets too boring for me or I start comparing myself to the people who are in better shape than me and give up. I was wondering what outdoor activities people enjoy to get their cardio in every day. PS - Before everyone fusses at me…
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Has anyone tried Jillian Michael's new Supplements???
I just ordered them and I am curious to know what progress people have made on them, if any. Thanks! Michele:smile:
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Running Shoes
Can anyone suggest a good pair of running shoes for women. Hell, I have big feet, I could do a men's shoe. The cheaper the better. I really don't have more that about $55 to spend and would prefer to spend even less if that is possible. So really I am asking for a decent pair or running shoes not ones that will feel like…
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Spartans! Prepare for Glory!
Can you handle it? -The actors in the movie 300 really had those nice ripped bodies- nothing digitally enhanced. I just thought this was pretty cool, and all the guys at my work are trying to do this right now, lol. The 300 Workout The workout gets its name from the total number of repetitions. But those 300 reps weren't…
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Keeping the curves...
I was wondering if there are any exercises I should avoid if I want to keep some of the curviness to my shape - specifically, my hips and butt. I have a big, rounded butt and I don't want to lose it (my husband has said he'll disown me if I do :laugh: ). I just started doing my Slim in 6 (I've done it twice before) and all…
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HIIT
For the longest time I kept seeing this acronym, and had no idea what everyone was talking about. I just googled the best cardio to do to burn fat (because I need a change from my usual long runs), and I came across this article: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/wotw79.htm Very intersting! HIIT is High Intensity Interval…
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Walking vs Jogging
As far as a cardio workout I'm wondering what the benefits are to jogging vs walking. I can get my HR in the zone by just walking and if I jog it goes over the zone. Don't get me wrong I love jogging but it seems I get the same calorie burn walking 4 miles as I do jogging 4 miles. Can someone please convince me to keep…
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Exercising while sick
Hi I am in need of opinions- I have a slight sinus infection:sick: and I want to exercise (low impact pilates). Do you think that I would be pushing my body too much and potentially get sicker or that if I feel like I can manange it, go for it. Thanks ahead of time:smile:
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BIGGEST LOSER
the biggest loser was great last night. they lost soooooooo much weight 28 pounds one person lost i want to see what they lose this next week with tham being the biggest team i hope they get really skinny in the time they have to work with
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thoughts on how big your exercise changes are
hey- was just curious how big of a change you guys do so you keep out of a rut and see continuous changes.. for example, like is it taking 10 or 15 min of your normally 30 min elliptical routine and doing the bike or treadmill? or is it switching exercise all together? only on some days? alternating cardio workouts??? as…
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How much exercise is too much?
I am new to working out as an adult. I was a soccer player and cross-country runner growing up (I was in fantastic shape) but college got in my way. Now I have just turned 28 and I don't want to be flabby, so I've started trying to get in better shape. My friend and I have decided to meet every morning at the gym during…
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gym again give me a clap
ive been again to the gym and the world is looking a happy place, i love going its just getting home from work and acturly going to the gym thats hard, i ran for 1k and biked for 2miles and then did my weights. how u all doing
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Replacing Fat with Muscle is annoying
I really would like to trim down 25 ISH pounds. I started at the gym, and have struggled to get rid of this weight. I have been at the gym for a month and a half. I am dieting like crazy, have a Personal Trainer, and am getting my butt Kicked at the gym. I am so frustrated because it seems that I should be shedding massive…
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I FINALLY DID IT!
Okay y'all, I finally did it. I just registered for my first 5K! Any suggestions? I'm so siked!
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exercising with bad knee
I was just wondering what type of exercise those of you with bad knees do? I have had 4 surgeries on my knee and am in pain most of the time after walking moderate distances or going up and down stairs which I have now in the house we live in. Any advice would be appreciated! Michelle