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Lifting. Where to start?!
Okay so 'lifting heavy' obviously has a good reputation, but the only weights I currently own are only 3kg each! What is a suitable 'heavy' weight to start with? I'm a single, working mum of two so bare in mind I workout from home as I rarely get time to go to a gym. Anyone?
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Can you ever have a flat stomach again after a C-Section?
Anyone had any success? If so what exercises did you do, what did you eat, and was there anything you avoided completely? It's been nearly 4 years since I had an emergency c-section with my son and the little belly is STILL there. I'm not 'big' by any means, but I just can't seem to shift it. Any advice, exercise/diet tips…
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HRM recommendations? (UK)
So, after having discovered a massive difference between what my exercise bike tells me I've burned vs what MFP tells me I've burned, I've been advised to invest in a HRM for more accuracy. Anybody got any recommendations for me?
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Exercise bike calories burned vs MFP calories burned.. huh?
So I have my own exercise bike at home which I use as part of my workouts, however I'm slightly confused when it comes to the calories i've actually burned. I use the bike from 45-60 minutes at what I would say a 'steady' pace (I read a book or magazine whilst I'm on it else I'd get bored), on a gradual uphill/gradual…
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Starting over. Motivational friends needed!
Hey all, Okay so, I'd joined MFP about a month ago but almost immediately lost all motivation. Boo! As a result, I gained another 3lbs which at present, brings me to a total weight of nearly 148lbs, which at a height of 5ft4, is kinda noticeable, and VERY uncomfortable. I'm not 'obese' by any means, I'm a UK size 10-12 at…
