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MAJORRR NSV!!!
I did a pull up for the first time in my whole life... I guess 30 ain't so bad :-)
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Big NSV (for me)- Pics
Saturday, I had this urge to get my body fat % tested, it happened to be exactly one month since the last time I had it checked. I went down 2.3% in one month! Based on the calculations, I lost 2.3 lbs of fat and gained 2 lbs of muscle.... here's the funny part- my weight is exactly the same. The only thing I’ve done…
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Super Spartan!
Who's doing this, or has in the past? I just registered today and am looking for others to connect with about it!
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Hi, New here- please advise!
Hi, I'm fairly new to the fitness world. I began last Feb and have since lost ~26 lbs. I've tried a little bit of everything from Jillian Michaels videos, P90x, running, kickboxing, zumba, etc. I've used dumbbells and such in my workouts but never got to the point where I was lifting "heavy." I have been interested in…
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(Newby) Increasing Weights Question
I just started Strong lift on Friday. I'm a weakling- I can only do the Olympic bar alone right now. :embarassed: I was wondering... once I get the hang of this, is it suggested to up 5lbs a week or 5lbs every workout? Thank you! :drinker:
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Short Ladies.....
What are your macros and how much are you eating? How often do you do strength training/cardio? I'm starting tomorrow and I just wanted to get an idea of what others my size are doing! (I'm 5'1 @ 117lbs) thank you!! :)
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Color Me Rad...
Who's doing it!?
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Is it REALLY that strange?
When you come across someone who's lost a bunch of weight since the last time you saw them, what is your immediate thought? I saw a few ppl this weekend whom I haven't seen in forever. Their immediate response was along the lines of: Oh my god! What happened to you? Have you been sick? You look so weak... Hey _______! Look…
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Are you exercising?
Who is still working out while fasting? Or before/after fasting? I thought about doing this, but I'm afraid by doing so it'll make the rest of the day that much harder... Basically, creating a larger deficit and feeling more hungry, less energized afterward. I could be wrong, please share!
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Color Me Rad 5k - San Jose
Who's doing this!?
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Anyone from the Bay Area, CA?
Looking for active friends in the Bay Area to share info on local events, trails and stuff!!!
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Is it just me?
I am able to workout pretty hard for a couple weeks or so and then crash! Meaning I need 2-3 days off to recovery physically. The problem with that for ME is that during those days off I feel super crappy (about not having energy to workout and being tired) and then I become vulnerable to eating more and/or unhealthy. I am…
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Need Opinions...
I cant decide if it's better to go all out for a few weeks then take time off to recooperate, or do a little less each week so that 1-2 rest days will suffice....??? REASON: After about 4 weeks of hitting P90x super hard a couple days wasn't enough. My body is completely exhausted- it literally won't perfrom the way it did…
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Weight Fluctuation
For those of you who monitor their weight daily, (I'm not saying you should or shouldn't or that it matters or that it's right or wrong- not trying to stir up a debate here) but for those of you who "do"... how long after over eating or a heavy meal does the weight set in? Is it immediate or do you notice it a few days…
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Overcoming Weakness... Alone or not?
Since I began all of this, I’ve done very well with not giving into my weaknesses. Once I get rolling on something I keep going. Recently, however, I’ve been out of commission due to severe shin splints. This has forced me to stop for recovery. I still eat well and what not, but over this past weekend I found myself…
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5'1 Women: Before & Afters
Hey ladies! I am 5'1, and mother of one.... and although my initial goal was 120, it seems as though for my height I should be aiming closer to 110ish. I would like to see what others @ this height look like to get an idea of what I should aspire to. I know what I want to "look" like but I have no idea what that is in…
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Pull - Ups
I've never done a pull up in my life. This is (one of) my ultimate goals.... to be able to do multiple pull ups. Obviously if I reduce my weight it will be easier but what are some good workouts to do to strengthen those muscles? And for those of you who "can" do pull ups, how long did it take before you could accomplish…
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Should I be concerned?
I didn't realize it until this morning when I was comparing my measurements that I've been hovering over the same weight for a month now, regardless of what and when I eat. I do my best to stay within my macros of course, but I did experiment with lowering carbs for a week. (No positive results from that!) Anyway, I guess…
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Has this happened to you?
I'm finally SEEING changes on my body... I can see my face, arms, legs, and back reducing. Clothes are fitting better too. However, it seems as though every area EXCEPT my stomach is shrinking.... which is actually making me feel like my stomach is getting bigger. I know it isn't but it's starting to look/feel this way-…
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Protein Shakes vs. Bars
Do protein bars suffice in place of protein shakes? I hate drinking protein shakes and I'm suffering the consequences from it.
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Does it really matter what TIME you eat?
Don't eat after 6pm. Eat 6 meals a day. Eat whatever you want as long as you're within your macros. Don't eat carbs at the end of the day. Drink protein shakes after workouts not before. so many contradictions. Anyone come across medical proof or evidence of truth behind any of this?
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<<Need Advice from Runners>>
I am new to running. I've never, ever been good at it... but in the spirit of my "no excuses" journey to getting healthy I decided I WILL succeed at this. I have a few questions for the runners out there: 1) When running out doors, does the heat and/or strong winds slow you down? 2) What do you do when you get that awful…
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Skin Color
Does anyone notice their skin getting darker after you've started to exercise regularly?? I'm sure that sounds RIDICULOUS but I've noticed my skin getting (evenly) darker everywhere, not just the exposed areas. I found that a lot of body builders are dark/tan but I didnt find any actual information about this on the web,…
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[Some of] my favorite workout music
This is a very random compliation of music on my ipod that I like to workout to... a lot of it is old but they're my favorites :) Hit me up with any other suggestions, I'm always looking for new (good) stuff. Thx! Is it love: IIO Ghosts n stuff: Deadmau5 feat. Rob Swire* Hello: Martin Solveig & dragonette Steppin Out-…
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Mothers.... Question about your hips
I had my daughter about 4 years ago.... and it wasn't until recently that i've noticed my hips looking wider, and I'm not talking about fat building up. Wide hips and big butts run in my family... ALL the women get it regardless if they've had kids or not. (its scary) Has anyone else noticed this?? Hips getting wider years…
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Am I doing somthing wrong?
For the second week straight my weight hasnt budged, which is "ok" if other things were happening right? That being said, in the past 3 weeks I've lost 1'' off my waist and .5'' from my hips. That doesnt seem like a lot in almost a month. I have completed 3 successful weeks of "eating more". So atleast I'm not gaining…
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Very embarassing question. . .
In this past month I've done more squats, lunges, push ups, etc than I've ever done in my life. All together so far I've lost about 8 pounds from my peak. The weight seems to be coming off in weird places first... face, wrist, shoulders, back... (anywhere but my stomach) The past couple days I've noticed no matter WHAT I…
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Sciatica Pain
Every couple months or so my sciatica begins acting up to the point where I'm literally disabled. Today is one of those days- I feel like crying out with pain with every step I manage to take... I've been trying to exercise that area but it doesn't seem to be working... Even meds. aren't working. Does anyone have any…
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Single Parents. . .
How do you get past the pain and remain focused on your health? How do you put it behind you and keep on going, for yourself and your children?
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Ab Workouts
Anyone have any ab workout recommendations that you can do at home... without machines??
