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What gym do you use?
I have been going to Bally's for years, but the one closest to me is closing down next week, and I am not driving 35 minutes one way to another one. So I've started looking around for new clubs. So far I think LA Fitness is in the lead, it's a total of $107 to sign up, including the first and last month dues (29 a month).…
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How many calories burned??
Anyone have any clue aprox how many calories you would burn doing a Jillian Michael's DVD?? I have "No More Trouble Zones" and "Banish Fat Boost Metabolism". Both kick my butt totally so I haven't done them in a while but I would like to work up to doing them 3 times a week. Right now I am working out 5 days a week, but…
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Need to lose weight gained over week
I have eaten EXTREMELY bad over this past week and I have gained a few pounds. I have been eating BBQ food birthday food and CAMP food. So all carbs fat and grossness. HELP! Give me advice on what I can do to lose it fast and get back to how I was before this horrible week started.
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30 day shred.....
everyday or every other day???
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Some Feedback Needed Please
Hi everyone, I was hoping to get some feedback here. I have the Polar F6, use it 5 days a week during my exercises and it says I burn around 700 calories a day. This is from my 1 hour aerobics workout (with some jump roping in) and my 50-60 minute full body toning/resistance training/3 lb hand weights workout. My heart…
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Pilates?
Anyone else out there do Pilates? I just took my 1st class last night and felt pretty foolish! I clearly had no idea what I was doing. But I liked it and I can feel it today. Just wondered what everyone elses results where? Also (I feel so stupid) anyone else couldn't do the sit ups properly the 1st couple classes?? Am I…
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PUT THE BURGER DOWN!!!
The lord strike me down if I am telling a lie.... I was at the gym on Sunday relaxing in the dry Sauna, meditating, feeling great, relaxing my muscles, eyes closed...ahhhh...this feels great....opened my eyes and straight ahead in my immediate view is a woman eating a double cheeseburger INSIDE OF THE SAUNA!! I had to…
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Little things for large people
On another thread, someone asked if we had any hints for 'hidden' exercise that she could do while going about her daily routine. It got me thinking about what we can do outside of formal exercise to push the envelope and get more fit. So my question is, what "little things" are you doing to enhance your journey to…
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Am I A Gym Snob?
Is there such a thing?? :wink: I go to the gym to workout ....not walk around and talk to people, hold conversations, try and look pretty. Some people kill me at the gym. Between the people who try to 'hook up", to the ones who think its a social hour. You gotta laugh!! I love the ones that come in all "pretty" with a ton…
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SBF2: Reboot Boogaloo! June 16th
Little quiet here yesterday. Today - plan is to ride the bike for a few errands before it gets too hot, do some home practice yoga, and finish the movie I'm watching on the treadmill. Our kitty isn't doing well, so we are taking him in a day early and I'll miss the yoga class tonight. Keep cool boogaloo! Mary
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exercise while working??
I wanted to ask and see if I can get some suggestions - I have an office job and sit at a desk for 8 hours and I only get 1/2 hour for lunch. Is there anything type of exercise that I can do while I am sitting here??? I do go to karate class 2-3 times a week but wanted to know since I am at work if there is anything. Any…
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Ways to keep fit while traveling
Hey All, I got this article in my email from Bestlife.com. Hope it Helps By Michael Scholtz, M.A., Best Life fitness expert Thanks to room service, pay-per-view and wireless internet, your hotel room can also serve as a restaurant, movie theater and office. And, as long as you pack a few things—like your sneakers and some…
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Gateway to 8k, Freeway to 10k?
Hey all. I'm 2 runs from finishing the couch to 5k program and I'm looking to continue training forward. I've seen that there are gateway to 8k, and freeway to 10k programs. Both are suggested for people who have just recently hit the 5k level. Has anyone tried either of these programs? Gateway to 8K:…
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Logging "Boot Camp"
I'm wondering how to log calories burned doing Boot Camp. One day we did *alot *of arms with 7# weights and lots of abs - - I think I read a post that said to log it as Circuit Training. Today we were Spinning, doing some step and also weights/arms. How should I log that? My guess is Stationary bike, moderate or vigorous…
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What is a Couch to 5K? I think that's what it's called
What it is?
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P90X
Hi, would someone please explain to me what P90X is (in detail). I keep hearing about it but cant find a thorough explaination of it. Thank YOU!
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Exercises
Hey has anyone ever tried "Leslie Sansone" exercise tapes? I think they are great...especially when its raining OR you can't get to the gym for some reason........try it you might like it...:happy: :tongue: :laugh:
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GPS
I want a pedometer that shows me how far I've gone and what speed - any suggestions? Actual distance not just how many steps. I know garmin makes one - just don't know if it's good or if any out there are better...
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back of thigh and lower tummy exercises?
Any suggestions for these two areas? I wouldn't mind something that could combine toning these areas with cardio. Usually I do speed walking on the treadmill, but I've been doing it for years and haven't seen any improvement down there!
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starting tony's 10 minute trainer...anyone else?
tried p90x.......waaaaaaaaaaaaay too intense for this gal! ordered the 10 minute trainer and starting on monday ~ (isn't it always that way???) need to stick with this lifestyle change this time around....... have been on the diet yo-yo for tooooooo many years. have to take care of myself and my needs first and foremost,…
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Best $25 I ever spent!
I've been wanting a treadmill for a very long time. I was trolling Craigslist one day and discovered a manual one for $25. I ran out and picked it up the very next day. I haven't been as regular with it as I should, but I'm working on it again. I've been doing interval training on it. 30 minutes just kicked me in the…
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Any fans of Body Electric?
http://www.bodyelectrictv.com/about.htm I used to record them off of my local PBS station and do the workouts. I'd love to purchase Tony Horton's 10-minute trainer, but I don't have the cash. Besides, DH and I are working on our finances and tightening our budget. I'm going to start recording these again and doing them. I…
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Runners club Tuesday June 16th!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MFP Runners club post was getting long so started a new one. 5 miles for me today my hubby did 2 1/2 with me:happy: Have a great Tuesday:) alisha:happy:
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Pilates
Do you log pilates as yoga? I cannot find it listed. :ohwell:
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Pilates
I can't seem to find pilates in the exercise database, any idea on what I should be looking for? Or how I should calculate my workout? I also noticed that spinning wasn't there but am using 'vigorous cycling' instead... Thanks! :)
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Tae Kwon Do question
I have a question. I wasn't able to wear my HRM during class and I'm just wondering about how many calories your burn. I was in the class for about and hour and it was intense. I worked up a sweet. I might have to think of a trick to keep the watch on me while being there. :happy: Thank you for your help
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SBF2: Reboot Boogaloo! June 15th
Hi all, Today is teaching followed by a session with my trainer. And, eating my packed snacks (and taking time to eat them. . .I've been running really behind on getting my calories in during the day, and having to choose between cramming them in at night (bad) and not getting up to my goal (probably also bad). And, waters…
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I Gotta Admit...
:wink: Whats Up MFP. I gotta Admit Since I havent smoke a cig since sat , I have alot more energy, Ive been doing cardio and strength training off and on all day. I know its still soon but I can feel the diffrence, Im not at all feeling fatigue or shortness of breath when Im working out either, TO ALL MY MFP BUDDYS THANKS…
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Anyone interested in a clothing swap?
I was not sure what forum to post this in... Yesterday, I was going through my closet, and pulled out a stack of jeans that had been tucked away for a while. I pulled them on and they fit! :drinker: But that means that some of my favorite jeans and tops are getting too big (again :drinker: ) but the thing is, I can't…
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question about resistance bands
Ok....I am new to the whole resistance training.... I just bought some resistance tubes from Wal_Mart (Gold's Gym Resistance Tubes) and it came with a workout DVD...Awesome 30 minutes...kicked my butt.... Here is the deal...I have no idea how to log it in my MFP exercise log... Any suggestions??