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Uhm, sorry, I had to clarify. When you say free weights, is it those dumbbells with various weight range? Or the barbells with plates? Thanks so much! ^^,

Hi! I've heard about Chalean Xtreme. Would you need some sort of equipment for this? Congratulations on your success! ^^,

Wow! Congratulations on your sucess! I've recently gained weight because of a month-long vacation and I'm having trouble exercising as well. It's like my whole body is huffing and puffing with each routine to the point of exhaustion. I want to try this out too! :smile: Was wondering if I can ask for help on this one? I'm…

Thank you so much to everyone for replying! You guys are very supportive. WIll look into your suggestions. Thanks again! :bigsmile:

I am also planning to include weights in my exercise. For those that are currently doing lifting, what is your exercise routine like? How did you ease into it? Hope to get some advice as well. Thanks =)

@healthyKYgirl: That was a good perspective. I didn't realize I was already lifting heavy way before. It goes to show that women can do more! I'll start with a smaller weight and move the intensity up as I progress. Thanks so much! :bigsmile: @sdierker14: I love deadlifts! I love what that it makes me feel so strong. And…

Me! I want in! :bigsmile: I'm Dhennie, 26 yo and I've been with MFP for 5 months now.. I'm 5'2" starting at 132 lbs and currently at 125. Trying to lose the last 10lbs. Recently upped my calorie intake to 1330 (from 1200) as I find it too restricting for me. I exercise 5-6x a week, rotating around the JM vids that I have.…

I have various JM vids, so I log each one of them as 'Circuit Training, general'. I only include the actual workout minutes though(so no warm-up and cool down) . Congratulations on making it through the toughest first few days! I guarantee that it WILL get tougher! :bigsmile: LOL You can do it! Push through the pain!…

Oh my, I'm 5'2 and was around 130-134 lbs when I fit into an XL shirt.. I'm Asian, so I guess most of our body build borders the small and petite... The XL shirts are still kinda small, if you think about it.. :ohwell:

I feel your pain! :sad: I've just done a single leg burpee as part of JM's video and I thought I was gonna die... :laugh: Stick with it! You can do anything you put your mind to! :drinker:

Hi! I'm a fan of JM's videos and I've been going through her workouts 5-6 times a week. Here are my thoughts on both: 30DS - around 20-30 mins, has 3 levels that you do for 10 days before moving on to the next one, "relatively" easier than Rin30, might get monotonous bec it takes longer days, BUT perfect if you are just…

I'm a 5'2, 26 yo girl from the Philippines.. Highest weight was 136 lbs, currently at 122-123 lbs.. Ultimate goal weight is 110 and to be toned.. Feel free to add.. =)

I've struggled with being overweight for as long as I could remember. I have huge insecurity issues since aside from my weight, I was also struggling with acne and I have dark skin (in my country, looking Caucasian equates to beauty). I never dated and was always the "funny girl". I think when you don't really like how you…

I'm on Week 3, Day 1..It's really challenging but worth it... Best of luck to everyone! We can do it! :happy:

WOW! You look fabulous! :love: 27 pounds is a LOT girl! You have every right to be proud of it since you worked very hard for it. Great job! Good luck on those few more pounds! :drinker: P.S. Try changing it to img. I've read it as a tip in some forums. Hope it helps. ^^,

Hi! I'm new to the group... I finished the 30 Day Shred last Friday and lost 4 pounds with it. Lost inches as well. It's tough, but definitely worth it.. I'm off to try Ripped in 30 next... Good luck! :flowerforyou:

I used to have the same problem... :cry: But I learned this neat tip from Jillian's 30DS... "FOCUS YOUR EYES ON THE CEILING...It will help you from straining your neck" I keep hearing this everytime ab moves are being done... LOL What I do, is look at the lights... So far, its my abs that cries afterwards, not my neck...…

Thanks so much for sharing! :flowerforyou: These are perfect for our humid weather... Cheers! :drinker:

I'm on Level 3, Day 8...Hope my loss is as good as yours... :love: I have not yet taken any measurements just to keep the excitement going..LOL Great job! COngratulations! :bigsmile:

I'm 5'2"...started at 132, currently weighs 124 (just weighed in today)... target is 110 lbs... still a long way to go! :bigsmile:

I'm on Level 3, Day 7... Almost finished! Excited to see my final results on weekends.. :love: It took me more than a month to finish it because I do a different bodyweight training on Sat and Sun... But it's definitely a killer! You have been warned... :smokin: LOL Best of luck to everyone! :flowerforyou:

I do my exercise at 4 am in the morning. If I feel hungry, I eat half a banana before working out. I used to work-out in the evenings, but I have a problem with sleeping, its like my body is still wide awake 0_0. I guess it does depend on each person. I found that I can consistently exercise if I do it in the am.…

"You don't get this kind of body for free. You have to work hard and fight for it!" - Jillian Michaels :wink: