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Do both. There's some great circuit training options that utilize strength while also doing cardio. Jillian Michaels is the popular one right now if you want somewhat light and I think P90X does both - but you need equipment for that. You've pretty much got it right on target: strength=muscle=lean (inches),…
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I don't think you'll get anything that comes close to a class either in dvd or game - but I certainly sweat! I don't end up not able to walk the next day - I'm not burning 500+ cals in 30 minutes like I probably would in a class, but it's a pretty fair amount nonetheless. Personally, I think its worth the investment so…
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Congrats! Must be a great feeling. :-) Keep up the great work!
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Hey ladies... I'm right there with most of you with 2 C's and believe me, I've gone bonkers over this very issue, as even when I *was* in shape, I still had this horrible thing hanging from me... especially if I bent over; it's like having deflated udders. ick. Good news: you *can* work off a bunch of it and the skin WILL…
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Takes 2 years for the nerves to regrow. You'll be feeling that tingly prickly sensation for a while. Then it'll just have that weird surfacy numbness to it.
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A dress from PUG. http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/natalie-dress-pinup-couture.html
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if it goes in your face, you count it. :-D lol
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Over exertion. It's not uncommon. Take it a little easier next time as you're apparently not *quite* ready for whatever it is you're doing.
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muscle burns more cals faster and more efficiently, so without an ACL and being limited, I'd suggest the following: 1) Lots of FRESH veggies, followed by fruit & nuts, then meat & dairy, then grains. 2) Swimming, zumba (0-low impact and can easy be modified, very aerobic), bicycling, walking And most of all - portion…
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GET IT! :-) I got mine on sale at about the same price and I'm finding it to be a very good deal. Polars are some of the best/most popular on teh market too. I researched. Alot. You've got a good deal - don't let it slip. :-)
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Advice: Just pick up from here and don't dwell on what was otherwise, you're just going to keep stressing over it and that's totally not helpful. And do what you can to not fall off again... but it happens. Acknowledge that and then let it go. Encouragement: some of us are habitual wagon falling-offers. :-) The really…
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nubreeze - you hit on more than you realize; there is a long story in this riddled with selfishness, guilt and selflessness to the point of detriment. I suspect you get it. I like the self-contract idea; I may try that. :-) Promises are a big deal in my world; and a written promise... man, you'd best be on your deathbed if…
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Clearly you're going to get alot of differing opinions on this, so first, I'll say - do what you think is right for you. :-) With that said... I worked in restaurants for many years in a variety of capacities. Waitressing can be taxing & exausting work, and you are on your feet alot; I'd suggest putting in maybe a generic…
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OMG - Clio - I think so!! LOL.. we even have similar sizes and goals!!! I'm 5'1" with the ultimate goal of 110-115!!! Wanna' find a way to pair up and beat each other over the head? lol...
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KanCrav: Thanks - and it's not the logging. I think maybe I wasn't very clear in my meanings. Oops? lol I'm here pretty much daily, I log my cals, exercise and respond to or generate posts fairly often. So, overall, as far as MFP goes, I'm pretty consistent. What I'm NOT consistent with are my workouts which is going to…
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I don't know about the Kinect - although the remoteless interaction is a tempting notion. One less thing to buy (controllers). I did a TON of research before I bought a gaming system and the one thing I heard/read over and over and over again is that the Xbox's are so prone to breakdowns and mechanical problems that it…
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Sounds to me like he's insecure. If he's actively sabotaging, I'd suggest taking a really good look at this relationship and where you both are as individuals. I've dated people like that..... it's not pretty and you shouldn't have to defend self-improvement. If I may be frank, sounds like this one's on the way out; which…
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I dunno about the water weight part when you've lost almost 70#'s. Usually that's a 5-10# range. :-) What I've heard is that: -The more you have to lose, the longer it takes to be physically evident -People don't recognize their own weight loss due to seeing themselves in the mirror every day - but run across someone that…
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If this is an ITB, then I don't think a chiro will be able to do much. This isn't an adjustment issue - its a tendon. Although regular adjustments and massage are great preventives and can aid in teh recovery of many injuries, I wouldn't count this among them. I could be wrong.... but that's what I know of chiropracters &…
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I have a messed up ITB and there isn't a "cure" or "fix". If you didn't pop it too bad, make sure you warm it up REALLY well before running and make sure it's not inflamed before you start; and believe me, you know.... if it's bad enough, it hurts from your hip to your toes and looks like someone shoved a golf-ball under…
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This is awesome! I think I may have to swipe this and put it on my FB page as a status... lol!!! Yep.. SWIPE!!! (credit will be given of course!) :glasses:
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Kids are pretty literal too - even at 9. So, if he says its so, I'd go ahead and bank on it. :-) Great job and great influence! :-) You go mama! :flowerforyou: (I have a soon to be 8 & 11 year old.. :love: )
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This is how. :-) You just ask. It's always a big first step. Congratulations for making it - you should be proud!
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No easy answer. Start eating healthier ALL the time, and you'll eventually start realizing how gross fast food really is. Junk food is easy to get addicted to and we become desensitized to all the crap that's in it the more we eat it. I think the closest I come to fast food now is Subway or delivery pizza (which is always…
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Polar FT4. they're an "older" model, Polars are some of the most popular on the market, rave reviews on all their products and just got one myself. This is the least expensive and still very good quality. Does have a chest strap (recommended).
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Polar FT4.
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5'1", 135, 10 cals/minute (avg) on the PS3 version. would probably up it to 15-20CPM in a class. I just got an HRM (but havent' made it to a class with it) and it has confirmed my previously estimated calculations for at home so I'm pretty confident in my estimations for in a class. HRM: Polar F4. Unless you're a runner…
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I actually love people like that.. oh yeah, they piss me off big time. But guess what else that does for me? It motivates me. I love to end up on top and make sure whomever slighted me know they effed up... big time. So, keep the jerk around (but not too closely - seeing the work in progress won't have the same effect as…
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Try some REAL (not your typical food store type either) sea salt; seaweed salads, kelp and the like. Those are all very high in sodium. Gatorade should be as well, along with pedialite since its an electrolyte. Depending on your budget, the sea salt and drinks might be more practical than hitting up a sushi bar every…
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On calories: I guesstimated mine initially by taking what the typical averages were (600-800 per hour, I think), considering how I've felt during other intense workouts and the calories burned in those (ie: Shred), my height & weight (5'1", 135#) and figured I was probably somewhere in the middle around 700 cals per hour…