DoreenN

I have the same goals as you...About your height same weight just needing to lose a few more lbs. THe last 5-10 lbs are the hardest to lose. But you are doing a good job coming on here so you lose it the right way with the right amt and balance of diet and exercise. I am a personal trainer and fitness instructor who is…

Hip Hop Abs is sooo much fun and a great workout. Shaun T is great. And the thing about his workout videos is that it looks real. OTher home DVDs the people have a smile on their face and dont even drip one bead of sweat. With Shaun T him and his workout buddies all are breathing hard and sweating. Hip Hop Abs is a great…

Im with you. I just had a baby in July. Its been really hard getting back into my pre pregnancy shape. And Im in the fitness industry so I'm really having a hard time coming to terms with not having aflat belly. All I can tell you is to do lots of cardio, especially running. Its gonna be hard but you can get that body…

I have a 5 month old. I basically exericse when he naps. Or I put him in his bouncy seat. He loves watching me exercise actually. Everytime I do squats he laughs

It all depends on how much pasta you are eating. Yes the whole wheat pasta is better for you because its whole grains and has higher fiber. But I still lost weight eating "white" pasta. My thing is I didn't eat it everyday like I used to. The whole thing about dieting and weightloss is portions and moderation, and overall…

In my opinion jogging/running is the best cardio you can do. Your gonna burn the most calories in the least time and its really gonna burn away the flab. Running outside is better than running on a treadmil because you have the natural incline of the road, but if your like me and live in a place where you can't always run…

Im in my last week of Insanity. It really lives up to its name...Insane. But its great. You dont need any equipment at all just your body. Turbokick(which I teach) is great too. You can get Turbojam which is the home version of it. P90x is great for strength training but not very cardio intense. Slim in 6 I would reccomend…

Def not for ladies. Watch this video and decide for yourself http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nfkwm7K4ho

Planks are good for the core, as well as the bicycle twist for the obliques. In all honesty though cardio and diet is the key to a flat stomach. Cause you can do a thousand crunches a day, but if you have flab over that stomach you wont notice. If you are looking for something to do at home, Hip Hop Abs is really fun. And…

TurboJam is sooo much fun and really works. I teach TurboKick the gym version of it. Its a great workout and will get you into shape in no time!

Its all about cardio and diet. In all honesty you can do 1000 crunches a day but if you have flab over the abs you wont ever see them. Running is great for losing belly flab. But you gotta eat right too!

I did this diet a long time ago and only lost 1 lb. I then joined a gym and ate in moderation and exercised 5 days a week and lost 35 lbs. Fad diets like these dont work. And even if you do lose those 10 lbs from the diet, trust me you will quickly gain it all back

haha really cause I had the opposite problem.

You can absolutley drink them after doing cardio Before or after your workout is fine. Alot of times its good to drink a recovery shake after your cardio cause dont forget you are still burning calores even after your workout so its good to get in some calories even after your workout. Its a great way to recover.

I ran my first 5k last Thanksgiving. Just remember it doesnt matter what your time is and just have fun with it. I didnt go into thinking I was going to win, just being able to run the whole time and finish made me a winner in my mind. And just think of it that when you finish it you know you earned that Thanksgiving…

Nice Im doing Insanity also! Shaun T is CRAZY!!!!

Yes I drink Shakeology. I love the chocolate flavor. I usually blend it with milk and peanut butter or if I need a pick me up with coffee. Are you currently on Shakeology?

its hard to know the exact calories and info when you eat out. But alot of your popular chain restaurants have their nutritional information online, so you can always look on their websites to see

a slimfast bar or special k bar, that way you can take it with you. Also you could drink a meal supplement shake, like shakeology. You can blend it the night before and put it in the refrigerator in a to go mug.

Its what you order. try getting some sort of grilled chicken or fish. For a side dish avoid potatoes try getting rice or steamed vegetables. If its a big portion ask for a box right away so you can box up half of it and wont be tempted to eat the whole plate. If you order a side salad get a vinegrette dressing.

Good luck! You can do it. This site is great for help and motivation, as well as great support. I cant wait to hear about your weight loss journey

You are right. A combination of both strength training and cardio is the way to go. But sometimes when you start lifting weights you wont see a change in your weight just in the inches. And remember muscle burns more calories than fat

Dont be discouraged. You should feel great about running a 5k. I am not a runner at all and ran my first 5k last year. I finished it in 32 minutes and came in like 500 outta 600. But you know what I was so happy and felt such a sense of accomplishment because I actually ran it. I didnt care that the winner ran it in like…

I would love to help you. Im a fitness instructor, about to become a personal trainer, and a fitness enthusiast. Friend me, message me, and we can chat! -Doreen

1680 is a good amount of calories, especially if you are trying to lose weight. Maybe its what you are eating that is causing the problems. If you want message me and I can try to help you with what you are eating and maybe help solve the problem. Also are you eating every 3 hours or so. You want to eat 5-6 small meals a…

Ive done Hip Hop Abs. Its super fun and a great cardio workout! Let me know if you decide to buy

I usully eat 1 whole egg with 2 eggs white and some wheat toast for breakfast, Eggs are extremely high in protein and are a great breakfast food. For lunch I sometimes eat Tuna or a salad with low fat dressing. Have you heard of Shakeology? Its a meal replacement shake that is super yummy! I drink that sometimes for lunch…

I hear you. I just had a baby in July and am looking to lose the last 15 lbs and get toned again. Its hard but you just gotta keep at it. What are you doing for workouts? Friend me if you would like and I can help ya come out with ideas for workouts, etc

Usually what I do is use Pam spray and sautee them with seasonsings like garlic powder, italian seasoning, seasoned salt. It adds flavor and is healthy too!

Hip Hop Abs is sooo much fun Shaun T is awesome! Enjoy