NelliR86 Member

I'm white but my hair is naturally curly and I generally wear it that way. I'm sure our hair texture is different but when I work out I always put my hair up into a bun. I only wash my hair about twice a week so I use dry shampoo in between.[/quote] I’ve never tried dry shampoo. Does the bun help. I hate sweaty scalps

I'm glad the topic has finally been established. I've been wondering for ages what exactly this thread was about and had been lurking in the corners for fear it might have been any number of things aside from head hair. :D [/quote] Yeah I posted it and totally forgot I did lol so I apologize. But the thread went sideways…

Yes that’s what I meant, but also I was trying to find people on MFP who have natural hair and how do they balance that with exercise because sweat, water and moisture changes the texture of our hair and washing every day isn’t good for it.

Lol wow all these answers but to answer the questions yes I meant people of color natural hair.

Thanks for all the responses. You guys are great! I’m definitely going to go to thrift stores and checking out the fabric belts.

Thank you sooo much for all the info. You’re a great help. I wear yoga pants at home all the time but going to thrift stores sounds like a great solution. I love being able to have all the different sizes so I’m definitely going to be going soon especially since they have 50% off deals during the holidays. Thanks again!

Hello I'm Nell add me if you want :)

I watch YouTube videos and pick a couple channels and rotate those through the week. I also have the Nike+ Training app which provides me with workouts and a plan in order to get fit. Also on the Nike App you can pick different levels you want to workout at so there are a lot of choices. I don't have a car so I workout at…

Overall I want to lose 20, but I'm starting with 10 pounds because 20 seems daunting to me lol plus I haven't had any change in weight for the last 2 months. So anybody can add me and we can work together!

This is my goal too! But so far I've stayed the same weight since The end of May.

Hello fellow short people!! I'm 30 and I'm 4'10 looking to lose 20 pounds. I don't like that extra weight shows so much but it's motivation for me to lose it. Feel free to add me I like meeting new people!

Yay we are at the same weight and have the same weight goals. It's so hard lol

Oh wow that's awesome!! I just want to be size 4 again but I need some new ways to burn more calories at a time. What did you do for exercise?

That's awesome that you are a size 6 cuz I am trying to get there. My overall goal is 110 but it does seem like it's really hard to get there.

Hello 4'10 here and trying to get to 110. I'm working 1370 calories and then just trying to eat a little under that. Feel free to add me :)

could you do anything at home to up the calorie burn? (I'm a huge fan of fitness blender via you tube) - something else to consider[/quote] Yeah probably, swimming seemed like a new adventure that I would like to try. I am trying to get away from regular workouts, so like aerobics maybe.

Yeah as I mentioned before, with my at home workouts I'm only burning like 65 calories after 30 mins so 200 calories is a big step up for me, plus it's a whole body workout which is great. So I will start checking local places.

Beyond the calorie conversation... if you do want to become more comfortable in the water: Kick, kick kick! your legs are the biggest muscles, and getting a kickboard will help you with your comfort level. This will also help you get stronger with treading water and then eventually your roll and stroke. but first try…

400 calories is a lot more than the 65 I burn just working out at home. For a start 400 is way over the amount I need.

@NelliR86 Aqua workouts are great! Swimming is an excellent way to get in shape, really strengthens the muscles. Have you considered taking lessons at the Y or a place near you? Are you planning on using a pool at home or do you belong to a gym with a pool? A place such as the Y will have lots of equipment to use for…

Just to lose weight. When I work out the most I burn is like 60 cal so I don't think that's enough for one day so something like swimming can help me burn more in a shorter amount of time

Hello!! Welcome to MFP:) feel free to add me

Hello Emily! Welcome to the community part lol I'm new here too. We Can each other. I'm trying to lose about the same amount of weight and eat more protein and fiber. Keep up the good work!

Yay!! It's never too late to get back in track. Add me if you need a friend :)

Not quite speed skaters. The video says lateral step with pull and then high knee pulls. So I do that to music along with jumping jacks so I guess it is like aerobics. But creating your own sounds cool I can try that.

Thanks! I can't wait to be able to do more with my body especially flexibility. So I'm going to keep at it!

Hello you can add me if you like. I'm Nell

I don't have one of those but I've thought about getting a Fitbit, would that be similar?