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I haven't read all the replies but I have a game plan about on-lookers when I exercise. The meat heads at the gym that gawk, the people that turn their head when I'm running.....they are my cheering squad. I know when I check someone out at the gym - what they are doing - it's always in admiration. Same with running - I…

i started doing inclinded pushups with my trainer. She gradually got me to keep going lower until I could to them off the floor. If you have stairs in your house, start a few stairs up and do them all at that incline and as you get better go down a stair until you are on the floor. Also do them off you knees, no shame in…

Are they the same shoes, like same pair? Have you bought new ones? If you've put a lot of miles on them then they are toast and you need new ones. They will look perfect on the outside but the cushioning in the inside is broken down. Another thing I forgot to mention - incline 1.0 on the treadmill. It mimics typical…

Inclined pushups are the best way to get better at them....skip the knee pushups. I use 30-day shred when I can't get to the gym. I love Jillian and all her annoyingness!

Get properly fitted for shoes to run with. That will help. You also need to build up some muscle in your legs, that will help alleviate the pain. Stretching is key too....work on your IT bands. I found when I was training hard for runs that pilates was a great way to get stretching in. If all else fails look into orthotics.

Every smoothie I make has spinach. It doesn't change the flavour and you don't know it is there - a great way to get in a serving of veggies. My typical breakfast smoothie Vanilla Six Star Protein powder - 3/4 scoop frozen blueberries glob of 0% fat plain greek yogurt glob of almond butter handfull of spinach fill with…

I do cardio after lifting. Usually 20 minutes of HIIT on the treadmill. 2-3 minute walk at 4.5 and 1 minute run at 9.0. My school of thought is that you do the lifting first if that is what you are concentrating on, you need the energy there. After the lifting workout I'm wiped, but once I get on the treadmill I get a…

Hi Ladies! I'm still going at Stage 1, just haven't had a chance to post. I love what I'm doing right now, the scale is a bit scary, I've gained a pound or two. I have to tweek my eating a bit and try and get a few more days of intervals in on off days. I'm doing the workouts three times a week. I just finished week 4, and…

I'm still going strong!! I am half way through Stage 1. I'm loving this program and completely excited for Stage 2. Bring.it.on.

I'm half way through Stage 1 and decided to look to see what Stage 2 entails. I'm excited! Is that weird?

Its a machine with handles, the height is adjustable somewhat and it is a cable machine.

Stairs!!! I started at counter height then scratched my head about going lower but not bench height too. I used my stairs to progress. I can now do regular pushups on the ground, not on the knees. Keep going! I also like the suggestion of slowing the reps down.

For the seated row what do people use? I use the 'seated row machine' at the gym. Is there an advantage to using a different way other than this?

Good too know that this is a standard grip! I'm heading to the gym after work to do my first set of squats with actual weights on the bar. Nervous for some reason. My plan is to do a 8 rep warmup set with just the bar, then add two 10lb plates and give it a whirl. I'm already noticing a change in the back part of my arms…

I finished week one today too with workout B. I saw a trainer pre workout to get advice in form etc. all is good so far. I'm only squatting 45 (the bar right now), next week I will add plates. He shows me deadlifts and his form has one hand over the bar and one hand under. Anyone else do this? I'm jumping up to 75lbs for…

Thanks Holley! I work the front desk at my gym on weekends and they are making HUGE changes and adding a power lifting program. I'm hoping to get some advice and help from the trainer while doing this program.

I just started Stage one and looking for motivational friends too :)

That was me yesterday :)

Hi!!!! I'm new!! I have done 2 workouts so far. I'm curious to know what you ladies started out with for squats and deadlifts? I used the 20lb barbell for squats - did not use a squat rack - my gym only has one and it always seems to be occupied. What's the alternative? For deadlifts I started with 60lbs. my workout b…

Hi I'm Digby! I just started this week! I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone! I'm a runner, but have been wanting to do some hardcore strength training again, i so need it! Cheers!

Hi ladies!! I'm new with NROF4W and wanted to make contact with some experienced ladies! I've been a runner now for 4 years (three half marathons under my belt) and had great success. I'm pretty much hovering in around goal for weight loss but I need to get rid of some flab! Pilates and my medicore strength training is…

This. For longer distance runs I add a blast of honey.

I honestly don't think weight loss is smart during training. Your body NEEDS fuel to run these distances. I have not trained for a full marathon yet. I completed my third (two official, one unofficial) in June and I managed to maintain and was happy. I was getting advice from a seasoned marathon runner and she said to keep…

I was told years ago that if you are 'thirsty' that you are already dehydrated. I am a water hound and always have been. When exercising I drink so much water and I've had people look at me strange for wearing a fuel belt for a 5km run. I like water, it helps me. I have no idea if it makes a difference but I feel better…

Getting out of your head is harder than putting that foot forward. Seriously, the mind games and mental block is SO hard to push through.

Can you run for 10 minutes in a row? Try just doing 10 minute run and 1 minute walk intervals. Start at a slow pace and see how far you can go. Next time try going 10% further and keep doing that until you go 5k! Don't worry about how long it takes you just set your distance and go. If you have to do 8 minute run, 2 minute…

Pilates. I can't say enough about it. I would add this to your routine at least once a week. I'm a runner and was a horrible stretcher for most of my 'fitness life' and when I started running I was injuring my knees constantly. Since starting pilates my knee issue are GONE!