byHISstrength Member

I've wondering the same thing.

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A lot of good reminders...many of the things listed we already know, but it's great to be reminded.

I'm not a morning person either, but if you are able to get to bed at a time where you can get your 7-8 hours of sleep, I say really try to get your workouts in in the morning. I used to do it and suprisely, I really learned to enjoy it. I have to be at work by 7:30, so I was up at 4:15 to workout.

Some really good ideas!

ZUMBA!!! But I also enjoy HIIT, spinning, and Plyometrics

As others have mentioned, you can definitely lose weight just with cardio, but from what I've learned strength training is important to do along with cardio to build strengh, make you leaner, and you actually burn more calories long after your workout than you do with just cardio.

Yeah, I agree. My backside does look firmer. I'm also 5'2" and my husband is 6'5", so we definitely look better together when I'm a few inches taller. :laugh:

You ladies are inspirational! Growing up, I never wore heels. It actually wasn't until meeting my husband that I started wearing them. Now, I wear 5 inchers once in a while. I have to say, my legs do look nice in heels :happy: I am more comfortable with wedges, but because of all of you I'm motivated to wear heels more…

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It may be some where in between. It really depends on how hard you were going and what resistance you were using. I used to always use the elliptical and in 30 minutes I could burn between 300 and 400 calories easy. I average about 90 to 100 calories for every 10 minutes. I stayed at about 150 - 190 RPM and my resistance…

Later today I'll be doing an hour long Zumba class, and I can't wait! I love me some Zumba = )

This is a great thread! I have come to realize that exercise is my medicine for depression. I always feel so much better. I am a social person, so spending time with friends helps too, and FOR ME prayer is most important.

I've done the same thing, except I didn't cook the salmon in foil...I just baked it (foil would mean less clean-up :wink:) also, I cooked up some spinach separately then incorporated it all together...it was sooo delicious and something I felt really good about eating.

Try something new....ZUMBA! I don't think I could ever be bored with Zumba. You could also try kickboxing, step classes, spinning...

You're best option is to get a HRM, but it that is not possible I believe there are websites you can use to get estimates...just google calorie counter, or something like that. Also, to give you an idea, I usually burn between 350 to 425 calories during the strength training days, about 500 calories with Plyometrics, about…

"And also, if you want more fiber, eat more veggies; not pasta! Pasta is basically empty calories." [/quote] Maybe with white pasta, but whole wheat pasta has a good amount of fiber and protein. :bigsmile:

Bananas Organic apples Organic Spinach/Spring Mix Almonds Boneless Skinless chicken breast whole wheat tortillas Reduced Fat Shredded Mexican cheese Chobani Non Fat Plain Greek Yogurt Whole wheat pasta No Salted Added Diced Tomatoes 5-6 bags Frozen Veggies Egg Whites New to my list is Silk Coconut Milk Vanilla

wow...sounds delish!

I pack my 15 &17 year atheletic sons a huge lunch everyday: 2 PB&J sandwichs on whole wheat water bottle juice bag (usually capri juice...they're inexpensive) apple banana choc chip granola bar oats n honey granola peanut butter crackers fruit cup This is usually what I can fit in large brown lunch bags.

zumbacalories.com OR the best option is to wear a HRM.

Interesting. Thanks.

All the ideas with fruit are great. Since you are not too into protein shakes my suggestion is to add 6 - 8 oz of non fat plain greek yogurt to whatever fruit your choose because a good source of protein is important. I have a chobani non fat plain greek yogurt pretty much every day and for 6oz, it's like 18 grams of…

Bumping...I am becoming increasing more interested in lifting heavier weights.

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Wow....I definitely need to try spaghetti squash. Sounds super easy to make.

Bump. Some really great ideas. To the OP, another idea is to save time in the morning by making lunches the night before.

I just looked at my first week, and here is what my numbers were: Plyo Cardio Circuit - 416 (42 mins) Cardio Power & Resistance - 390 (40 mins) Cardio Recovery - 189 (33 mins) Pure Cardio - 384 (38 mins) Plyo Cardio Circuit - 427 (42 mins)

Your numbers don't sound bad or low. It is only about a 45 minute workout. Are you using a HRM with a chest strap? They tend to be a bit more accurate.