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It's great. I train in Kung Fu and/or kick boxing at least 4 times a week. And spar at least a couple of times a week. Great exercise. You will move muscles that you didn't know you had. It burns tons of calories. And for us ladies, it is the most empowering thing you can do for yourself.
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As for the spagetti squash. Steam it and take a fork and run it down lengthwise, it will release the fiberous flesh and look like spagetti noodles, you can put spagetti sauce on it (tomato based sauce) and or just a little sauteed minced garlic in a tiny bit of olive oil, salt and pepper. Yummy and good for you. Much…
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Stretch, stretch, stretch...before and after. The best way to control soreness when you first start out exercising is to warm up for at least 10 minutes and stretch your muscles. When you're done working out, stretch again. It will release the latic acids built up in your muscle fibers. If you're sore the next day, DON'T…
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So glad that I don't eat such food. I never knew how bad they were, but now that I know...I'm glad I am not tempted by such things. :noway:
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Breakfast - definately oatmeal w/dried cranberries Lunch - Brown rice, chicken & broccoli or whole wheat pasta w/marinera sauce and grilled chicken breast. Dinner - any lean protien and raw veggies wrapped in lettuce Snacks - veggies, friuts, make my own smoothy w/fresh fruit and non-fat yogurt Exercise - kick boxing or…
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Eat whenever you want. It's the calorie count that makes the difference, not the time you eat. As long as you're not going over, eat away. You body will be deprived of food for the 7 or more hours that you sleep, don't deprive it anymore if you have the calories to spare. Although you may not want to eat too much as you…
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It depends on you. Some people like to do cardio first, then go to the weights as the cardio warms up the muscles and you will be less prone to injury. Some people like to lift first then go all out on the cardio machine, in which case remember to warm up before you lift. It's different for everybody. If you're working…
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If you're working out, you will loose inches before weight. Don't focus so much on the weight, instead go by how your clothes fit as inches is much more important. You may be gaining lean body mass if you're working out, so the scale may show an increase in weight, if you're focused on weight, it may be a bit discouraging.…
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If you're using weights, you should rest that bodypart one or two days before hitting the same bodypart again. Which means that it would be best if you rotate the bodyparts that you are working on so that you rest it. The only exception to that is abs, you should not be adding additional weight when you're doing your ab…
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Olive Garden now serves whole wheat pasta. Pick a dish with chicken breast and a tomato based sauce and substitute regular pasta for whole wheat. Ask for a to-go box when they serve your dinner and put half of it in the box for tomorrow, that way you will control your portion too.
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I find that it's most benefitial to use the same scale all the time. I have found that there's a difference between the scale at the gym, at the doc's and at home. Don't forget to factor in water weight, which can vary quite a bit. If I eat a lot of sodium the day before, I've been known to have a 4 to 5 pound gain, then…
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Great job Julie, congrats!:flowerforyou:
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Hey Joanna...your picture looks great. You've changed a lot since I first got on this site. Hooray for you!!
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Here's my 2 cents worth... We all have an idea of what beauty is. For some it's the media's version, for others it's what's inside a person that matters, and yet there are those who thinks Big is Beautiful. There are a million opinions out there, and they are all right. There is no wrong. It's what you, yourself thinks…
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Congratulations, best wishes to you and yours. :flowerforyou:
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Congratulations!!!!
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Unfortunately, just like your diet and nutrition, the only person that can make you do it is you. You must be motivated and want it. The best thing that I can suggest is maybe to find a workout partner. If you go to a gym, look around and notice who's there everyday that you are, talk to them and see if they are interested…
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I'm a little neurotic when it comes to my workouts. I workout at 5:00 am on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays. I also workout at 6:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays. And I end the week with at 9:00 am workout on Saturdays and Sundays. I also try to get in a mile walk at lunch Monday through Friday. I think…
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I think that each person's program should be personalized: herein lies the problem with "gym trainers". I call them gym trainers because they are not really "personal" trainers. Most gym trainers are trained by the gym to give just about EVERYONE the same routine. I've been a gym rat for almost 30 years and was a…
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I've used this product. You find it at asian markets, it's usually by the tofu in the refrigerated section. It tastes better if you boil it in some water, it will take some of the fishy-like smell out. Then I usually heat up some chicken broth, add white meat chicken pieces and vegetables to the broth, then once the meat…
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Tess is correct, use the tools on this site as a guide only. And for those working out hard and especially those who are lifting weights, get your body fat measured. There are numerous ways to do that. I had lost 60 pounds and got down to 155 pounds, I'm only 5'2" so I thought I still had a few pounds to lose, but…
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She is so beautiful, you truly have a treasure...congratulations!!
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Congratulations BunnyB. It's such a nice feeling to get back into those "skinny clothes" that we all hang on to. I agree, it's a great feeling to get back into them. :smile:
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Hey Razboo, I like what you just said. I'm going to keep that in mind. Thanks :wink:
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Hey there fellow over fiftier :laugh: , Boy...I feel old just saying that. It's been harder and harder to take every pound off, not like when I was younger, but once I take it off, I'm not letting it come back on. Lost over 60 so far, have about 15 more to go...these last 15 have been the hardest ones. You can do it, if I…
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Hi jmohrweiss, I am sorry that you have to go through this. I am one that gains in my tummy as well instead of the hips and thighs. Sometimes work places can be like the playground, and adults can act like children. The whole office being involved is a terrible thing, but please know that no matter what, you are a…
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Kim, You look absolutely radiant. I loved the pictures, you both are so beautiful. Blessings to you and yours. :love:
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Believe me, we ALL understand your issue. Isn't that why we're all here in the first place? First - quit beating yourself up, we all fall off the wagon and give into our cravings, if you're beating yourself up for it, you're putting yourself in a negative frame of mind, and you don't need to be there as it is the first…
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Great idea. I LOVE IT. I'm going to post is on the console of the treadmill tonight when I'm at the gym. And if I have enough time today before I go to the gym, I'm going to download it onto my iPOD. Thanks! :flowerforyou:
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Congratulations, glad to hear that both were perfect. Only a 2 pound weight gain through a wedding and honeymoon is great. Good to hear from you again.
