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  • You just my day! LOL Thanks
    in Personal Trainers and know it alls Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Feel free to add me.
    in Ladies Who Lift Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Found a good stretch for people who sit at desks for long period of times, we should try to incorporate this in April's Challenge -Wall Thoracic Extension https://youtube.com/watch?v=VU8BjeHcABs
    in Office Challenge – March (Is anyone interested?) Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Hi everyone. we'll start March 1 (or Mon, Feb 29 if you like to start on a Monday), post here to check-in. for extra challenge add 60 seconds of cardio like jump rope in between each exercise. See you then!
    in Office Challenge – March (Is anyone interested?) Comment by giusa February 2016
  • in Which lifting program is the best for you? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Several different, but mostly ON Gold Standard and NOW Sports Isolate Vanilla. Also, when lifting you're more likely to see a change in your monthly measurements than the scale.
    in New to SL Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Welcome! Our stats are very similar!!! If you're happy with your weight stay at maintenance and recomp. Read this post, the OP is very knowledgeable -http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10177803/recomposition-maintaining-weight-while-losing-fat/p1 For protein, I use a supplement...i believe there are vegetarian…
    in New to SL Comment by giusa February 2016
  • That was happening to me last year and had to stop lifting to rehab, the combination of Aleve and chiro worked wonders. I've now finally, after 10 months, worked up to the weights before rehab and working with trainer once a week to make sure I don't reinjure. Take care of yourself and pay special attention to form.
    in February - Leaping through those workouts! Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Great to see you! That's so exciting! I lift in my basement which has berber carpet too, and haven't had an issue. Enjoy and don't forget the bumper plates and fractional plates.
    in Been MIA Comment by giusa February 2016
  • If anyone is interesred - http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10336172/office-challenge-march-is-anyone-interested#latest
    in Staying Active in an Office Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Here's a good starting point for overall information on simplifying health/fitness goals, the OP is very helpful and will answer questions - http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1161603/so-you-want-a-nice-stomach/p1 Basics to keep in mind: Calorie Deficit = Lower BMI Strength Training = Body Composition Cardio =…
    in newbie that needs help and guidance Comment by giusa February 2016
  • A coworker and myself do a fitness challenge twice a day, mid-morning and mid-afternoon. We search for exercises that work around our work attire like squats or push ups. This month we started to include a stretch at the beginning and end of the challenge.
    in Staying Active in an Office Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Congratulations on your 80 lb loss @leecha2014, that's fantastic! It's very difficult to calculate a calorie burn from lifting, therefore, many people just use 1. Also recommend taking measurements once a month, that's where you'll see one of the many benefits of lifting.
    in Losing weight while lifting? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • I lift at home and highly recommend bumper plates and fractional plates for home gyms. But as @sumiblue said, there are other ways... I've asked personal trainers myself, from my understanding they have their own routines, Pendlay rows and compound lifts are considered old school lifts and not frequently used or known by…
    in Alternative to barbell row? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Bottom line, sorry, I know no one want to hear this, the only way to lose weight is a calorie deficit - http://www.aworkoutroutine.com/how-to-lose-fat/ or another good read - http://www.acaloriecounter.com/diet/daily-calorie-intake-calories-in-vs-calories-out/ Also, here is a great thread, the OP is extremely helpful and…
    in Losing weight while lifting? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • It might be a good idea to recheck form, and/or video yourlift. It seems most situations/pain go back to form.
    in Alternative to barbell row? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Just an idea...there's always a number of people asking about lifting programs over at the Fitness Forum...
    in Which lifting program is the best for you? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Two good resources... http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10332083/which-lifting-program-is-the-best-for-you#latest http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1308750/so-you-want-to-start-lifting-great/p1 Sorry, lack of time...
    in Recommend a weight training DVD? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • If anyone is interested or would like an idea of what to do next...one of the MFP Monitors is compiling a list of lifting programs - http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10332083/which-lifting-program-is-the-best-for-you#latest
    in Lifting Programs Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Great Idea!!!! Beginner: New Rules of Lifting - http://www.amazon.com/New-Rules-Lifting-Women-Goddess/dp/1583333398/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1455035403&sr=1-1&keywords=new+rules+of+lifting+for+women MFP Group - http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/102-new-rules-of-lifting-for-women-nrol4w ChaLEAN Extreme -…
    in Which lifting program is the best for you? Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Another great find was a multi storage rack, it holds dumbbells, kettlebells, and plates - http://smile.amazon.com/CAP-Barbell-Fitness-Accessories-Black/dp/B00K2AGA98/ref=sr_1_10?s=sports-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1454854884&sr=1-10&keywords=Cap+storage+rack
    in Tell me about your home gym Comment by giusa February 2016
  • EXACTLY how I felt!!! Welcome @Isca_1 & @dcresider!!!
    in Let's Count Up to 16 Weeks of Strength Building Comment by giusa February 2016
  • That made me lol, feel the same exact way! I put the radio on and just go at it! So happy for you!
    in Tell me about your home gym Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Thanks @LessthanKris !
    in Jillian Michael's Body Shred Comment by giusa January 2016
  • @LessthanKris Is this program setup similar to JMBR, with circuits 4x, and cardio 2x a week and progresses ever other week?
    in Jillian Michael's Body Shred Comment by giusa January 2016
  • Enjoy! Amazon was nice enough to let me know that my bumper plates are waiting on my front porch, hip thrust and bridges tomorrow - YES!!!!
    in Tell me about your home gym Comment by giusa January 2016
  • Bumper Plates and Fractional Plates are great suggestions! Second and third these recommendations. Best of luck, I remember how exciting setting up the room with new equipment, like Christmas morning.
    in Tell me about your home gym Comment by giusa January 2016
  • ^^^^This post will answer ALL your questions, it's simply stated for anyone to understand, and truly wish I read this when I first joined MFP. The OP is very knowledgable and will help you, strongly suggest reading her outline.
    in Love handles and tummy Comment by giusa January 2016
  • Never thought of that! tx!
    in Questions about recomp Comment by giusa January 2016
  • A MFP friend who is physically active and lifts recommended chalk to me, "The chalk allows for a better grip & less tearing of the skin on the knurling of the bar." but I was hesitant. I did find a chalk ball recommended by gymnast. The ball limits the amount of chalk that is released so you don’t have a mess. I lift at…
    in Gloves or no Gloves Comment by giusa January 2016
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