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Google preacher curls. They will help take your shoulders out of the equation. Best of luck!
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I just gained nearly 10 pounds in the last month. Today I'm getting back on track. I got married a month ago and then went on a honeymoon and ate and drank everything I wanted for nine days. I wanted to enjoy the experience. Then, when we got home I was used to eating more and actually feeling full after all my meals so…
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If you can sit in a chair, you can do a squat. Maybe not a true, below or at parellel squat, but it'll give you a good place to start. Google ways to learn how to squat (chairs are usually inolved) ;). Best of luck.
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I've never taken them, but exercise has the same effect for me. If I stop working out for more than three days in a row, the depression creeps back in. I lose the lust for life pretty quickly and my thoughts turn negative. For this reason, I will have to remain active my entire life... which isn't a bad thing, just…
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Likes: - towel service - free coffee and tea - better equipment than 24hour Fitness - Open 24 hours with key access - 5 minutes from home - Friendly owners and members, but not overly so ;) - Private bathroom with shower - Tanning available, although I don't use it there - Ample TV's - Less than $25/month Dislikes: - Small…
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Skinny jeans are jeans that are tight all the way down to the ankle. I think the most common type of jeans are bootcut, which are tight down the thigh, but then get looser down the calf and can fit over a boot vs. a skinny jean that would fit inside a boot. And yes, theme nights are pretty common for women (at least in my…
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In addition to the stores already mentioned, I really like TJ Maxx and Marshalls. I'm in my 30's and find nice things in both the junionr's and misses sections. I also love Nortstom Rack if you've got one nearby.
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Nicole Wilkins (IFBB Figure Olympia Champion)!
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It makes very little difference as long as you're getting enough protein throught the day. I drink my during though ;).
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^YES!
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I tan about once a week just to maintain some color. Other than that, I get sun when I'm jogging or at an outdoor bbq or something. I work inside everyday, so I pretty much take whatever vitamin d I can get. It takes a lot for me to burn, so I only use spf if I'm going to be outside for more than a few hours.
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I always get chocolate because I know it's good. Add a scoop to your morning coffee...I swear it tastes just like choclate milk!!!
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Google Bret Contreras, it will change your life...and your booty :).
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I just read a study on the positive effects of botox on depression. They found that people who had botox to freeze thier forehead frown lines (wrinkles between the eyebrows) saw an 80% reduction in depression symptoms. That's just off the top of my head, so maybe google it to find out more. Seems like it'd be worth a try.…
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Good for you! I sing too, but my running path isn't populated so nobody hears me... at least I think ;).
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Yes, this happens to me too sometimes. For the past two days, though, I've been craving mustard which I find really weird. I need to google that ;).
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I've heard that apple cider vinegar helps with gout (and many other ailments). It might be worth a try until you get your medication figured out. Best of luck to you!
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If you're bulky, what am I?! :drinker: I quite like the look I've got going on. I also liked the story about the dogs!! :smile: IMO every part of your body looks like a totally normal women...except your abs because they look very fit.
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Just coffee for me :). I have also noticed that my allergy medicine, Allegra D, gives me a super boost when I take it. It also supresses my appetite. It's pretty expensive though.
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Yandy.com has a wide variety of styles at very reasonable prices. My favorite is VS, of course ;). Department stores also have nice things sometimes, but it's hit or miss.
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^ This is brilliant. :drinker:
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A little off topic, but has anyone else noticed how the hand symbol they use is also "the shocker"??!! That alone was enough to deter me from learning more about them.
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The most simplistic way to do it (not as accurate as other methods) is to eat 10x your weight. So, aim for 1,930 calories/day. With this method, I would not add back calories burned excercising. Then, when you weigh 180 lbs, cut your intake down to 1,800 calories and keep working out. You'll do great!
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^ I agree with the eta. As for the 5 pound loss, I think that's just fine unless you're not overweight. The first few weeks are usually the most productive and then things tend to become less linear.
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I've found it to be pretty accurate. But, of course, I cross-reference everything just in case ;).
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Try to be consistent. Find a calorie limit that is appropriate for your goal and then stick to it for a few weeks to see what happens. Also, weekly weigh-ins only. I've slayed that dragon myself. It's more about seeing a trend rather than seeing changes from one day to the next.
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That's great advice, Steve. I'll just add that it's okay to feel how you're feeling sometimes. We're our own worst critics afterall. This may sound corny, but talk to yourself in a positive way. See your beauty (inside and out) and reaffirm it everyday. And, keep things in perspective. Whenever I get down about something,…