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different exercise, same benefits???
Hey- Does anyone know if say for instance you walk 4 miles at an incline and burn 470 calories, or you jog two miles and burn 470 calories.....Are you receiving the same benefits for weight loss and toning? Thanks, I appreciate any advice! Melissa
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At least I got some exercise... and adventure!
Well, a few folks posted comments when I said i didn't want to exercise... One even gave me a crybaby face! So, last week the car had a flat. I live almost exactly a mile from my job as the crow flies, but more like a mile and a half by the road. I had to take a cab to work, because time was of the essence, but decided to…
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Feeling out of place at the Gym
At times, I just can't help but to feel out of place at the gym I go to. I am usually one of the biggest people there and I always feel like I stick out like a sore thumb. Most of the women wear sport bras / spandex shorts :noway: and I come out of the locker room wearing long exercise pants and a t -shirt. Today, I was on…
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Weight Training
I do cardio and weight training every time I visit the gym at least 4-5 x's a week. Since muscle weighs more than fat, would your weight go down when stepping on the scale, or do you just measure by how clothes fit?
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another great article on tracking your progress
Those who know me know I don't value the scale's numbers very much. Here is a GREAT site that can help you choose other ways of measuring success! http://www.thedietchannel.com/Weight-Loss-vs-Fat-Loss.htm
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measurments - want to start a weekly measure?
so im not seeing the lbs move on the scale.. im 133 and 5'3... so im starting to use a measuring tape. Bust- 35 Waist-28 hips- 40 stomach- 31.5 thighs-25 LETS SEE THE NUMBERS LESSEN. want to join me on a weekly measurement?!?!?
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Preparing for a Marathon
My goal is to run a marathon...any great tips for training?
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Valentine's Day Fitness Challenge Check-in- February 14
Yes ladies, it's time! How did you do? If you are like me and didn't meet your goal, did you at least make progress toward it? I wanted to be at a different weight, but have not lost a pound. However, the inches continue to melt away, so I'm not giving up! How about you?
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playing piano as exercise?
Have you noticed in the cardio section it lists playing piano as exercise? I'm a music teacher, I play piano on and off all day long. I'm not supposed to count up those minutes am I? If piano playing was really exercise I don't think I'd look the way I do!
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Valentine's Day Fitness Challenge FINAL Check-In
SEE Arianne's post!
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"presciption"
One teacher at school was talking about her doctor appointment the other day. She said that the Dr. had a presciption that would lower her blood pressure, reduce osteporsis, help her lose weight, give her more engergy, etc... The Dr. asked her if she would like a prescription for it and of course she said yes- who wouldn't…
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Valentine's Day Fitness Challenge Check-In February 13
Today is the day to make your VERY LAST STAND towards meeting your goals for this challenge. And, even if you can't actually meet the original goals you set for yourself (like me) you can still give it all you've got to to go out a winner ~ not a quitter. You are all WINNERS!!! Yesterday I rode my bike for 36 min at a…
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I'm getting an exercise bike!
I'm way excited! I actually love biking, but because I have asthma I can't do it outside.....so I'm really glad....it gets delivered tomorrow! anyone else have a favorite piece of equipment?
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ugh....discouraging
I've been exercising like mad (running about 4 miles a day, 4 days a week), eating way healthier and cutting calories for about three weeks now.......and I haven't lost one blessed pound. What gives? So discouraging. I know I have to keep at it, but I thought for sure I'd see something change on the scale by now. What's a…
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Coming back from an illness or injury.
So, I caught the respiratory infection that was going around and I missed over a week at the gym. I'm feeling better (but still not 100%) so I decided to go back to the gym today. I could have gone Fri. but I gave myself an extra few days to try to get my strength back. Good news / bad news. My chest didn't hurt or burn…
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calories earned Question
Hello ~ I entered the ecersices I have done and my total calories goes up with the calories burned added. Am I supposed to eat them or not? I'm thinking no, in order to lose weight? Probably a dumb question...Help! Thanks MARA
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working out with a cast
okay, so i finally got the exercise thing down and then went and broke my arm! :frown: i've got a cast on it for 4 more weeks. my doc said it's okay for me to exercise in it, but it's already not that pleasant smelling...:ohwell: has anyone else dealt with working out with a cast? what did you do for exercise and how did…
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Curves
Ive been going to Curves for a few months and my location just introduced this new "digital personal trainer" Its like $25 to start and at first I was sceptical. Thinking "what could that little machine really do" Yesterday I decided to do it and it was amazing. Ive never worked out so hard!! It really did push me harder.…
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Is it ok to go a little over your calorie limit?
Today I went about 50 calories over. Is that alright? Or should I exercise some more to work it off? At what calorie limit should I start to exercise to take it off (over 100+) ?
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Valentine's Day Fitness Challenge Check-In February 12
Hi Guys! TWO days left. How time flies! Make the most of the last 2 days to do something extraordinary for yourself! You are worth it! Last night I did Dancing with the Stars Cardio Dance ~ Why , oh, why do I keep checking out these dance workouts? I am not a dancer and they make me feel dumb!, I drank my water, and I took…
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fitness tapes
As i was working out to one of my favorite aerobics tapes today (it is about 15 yrs old but one of my favorites) i was thinking maybe it was time to buy a new one. My husband thinks i have an addiction to fitness tapes/dvd's as i really do have a lot of them. I like the fact that when i get bored with one i can do a…
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Questions about calories burned
If I have a 'bad day' and don't excercise if i exercise another day and for the remainder of the week will it make a difference in the end?:ohwell:
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Lifting...
So my roommate is appalled that I don't lift weights... What is your take on strength training??
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promo code for turbo jam?
i want to order turbo jam, it looks fun. does anyone know a promo code to maybe get a discount? and if you have tried it already..what's your thoughts on this system? is it worth the money? thanks!:wink:
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Valentine's Day Fitness Challenge Check-In February 11
:yawn: Why, oh, why do I always feel so much more tired on a Monday morning compared to any other day? Must be the day to come up with some extra energy building activities! No laying down on the job today! Let's all give ourselves a boost of vigor, oomph, get-up-and-go... Only a few days left before Valentine's Day!…
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Workout food
Is it good to eat before or after a workout (or both)? If so, what kind of food (carbs, protein, etc)? Sometimes I'll workout right before I eat my lunch and I feel like I have no energy...so I'm thinking that maybe its better to eat first, then work out? But then who wants to workout on a full stomach? Someone told me…
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Online Workout Videos
6 minute butt-blasting workout http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=727 12 minute pilates-abs workout http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/Fitness_articles.asp?id=996 15-Minute Abs Workout Video http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=675 15-Minute Ball Workout…
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Toning
I need some advice about what exercises to do(and actually work) to tone up my calves, thighs, arms & stomach. I'm currently doing squats, leg lifts, trying to do pushups, beginning on a few others. ~Joanna:flowerforyou:
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Running Shoes??????
I am having some problems with the balls of my feet aching during running/cycling. I have bought two different pair of shoes, bought gel inserts and still having problems. Any suggestions from you runners out there for some foot relief?
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10 & 30 Minute Workouts
There is a beginner, Intermidiate & Advanced 10 & 30 minute workout. http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/ten_minute_workout.asp http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/thirty_minute_workout.asp ~Joanna:flowerforyou: