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Eat Smart Bodyfat Scale Accuracy?
I am so frustrated. I bought his scale several months ago and worked to get my bodyfat down from about 22% to about 20%. Or so I thought... I went to a trainer a few weeks go that put the patch on my hand and foot and his test measured me at 27%!!! It's all I could do to keep from crying. I thought these scales were…
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What size Nike Pro shorts?
What is your height/weight and what size Nike Pro's do you wear? I am 5'4" and 127lbs and bought 2 pairs of mediums and I can't walk up a flight of stairs without these things inching up and it drives me crazy because everyone talked about how awesome they are and how they don't move when you workout. I am thinking maybe…
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Iphone App for Sprints?
I am looking for an Iphone app that will prompt me for sprints. I HATE HATE HATE constantly checking my watch. I know I could do it on a treadmill but I prefer to do my running outside. It's more convenient for me. Thanks!
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Jamie Eason Live Fit question..
When you look at the list of exercises for each day are you suppose to do one of each then repeat 2 more times or do all 3 sets of an exercise and move on to the next? Thanks!
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C4, what to expect?
I have been wanting to try it but didn't want to commit to a whole tub without trying it first. I scored 3 samples from my GNC yesterday! Anyway, I have never taken a pre-workout. Should I take it before weights? Cardio? Either? Does it matter if I run first thing in the morning and would take it on an empty stomach?…
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Paleo is making me fat....
I started eating Paleo 3-4 months ago because I really do feel better. I don't do well with diary so the biggest change was cutting out the grains. I didn't eat a ton but ate some oatmeal and some Ezekiel bread. Long story short, I did really well for about 2 months but now I am putting on weight! I am so frustrated.…
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Where to download or view Insanity videos?
I saw a post ahwile back of a website you could watch the Insanity videos. Anyone know what I am talking about?
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Tough Mudder Saturday! What do I do?!
LOL, I am physically prepared but I am just wondering what should I wear? Any tips/things I need to know to bring, do, not do? Thanks!
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Best way to cook chicken breast for the week
I am going to cook a package of chicken breast up for the week for salads, sandwiches, multi use purposes. What is the best way to cook them? We usually grill them but I thought I might try something new. Thanks!
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Tips for taming the sweet tooth
I have a HORRIBLE HORRIBLE sweet tooth. I always have since I was a kid. But then I could eat all I want and it not matter! But I have not noticed the few months I have been on here it pretty much dictates my gains and losses. I eat healthy most of the time and don't struggle with choosing good meals/snacks but I just…
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Favorite Coffee Creamer?
I used to use Half and Half but now I am hooked on coffee creamers (I know Half and half is sooo much better for you!) but I love all these seasonal flavors!! So far Peppermint Mocha is my favorite. What is your favorite flavor? I want to try some new ones!
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Smaller girls, what's your height and body fat%?
I have a scale that measures it and got it measured at the gym and got wildly different numbers. So I am curious. I am 5'4" with a muscular build. I weighed 127 at the time of these tests. Scale says 20% Biometric Impedence at the gym says 27% OMG!
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Where can I buy sugar free peppermint mocha creamer?
And sugar free Pumpkin Spice. I have seen them advertised but can't find them : (
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Has anyone ever done the Hottest Half in Dallas?
Just curious if I have truly lost my mind! I really think I am going to do it!
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Has anyone ever done the Hottest Half in Dallas?
Just wondering, I am almost sure I am going to sign up. Just wondering how crazy I am : )
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Gross... Breakouts from sweating?
I know this is super gross but I can't seem to find a way to stop it. Since I have been running so much the last 6 months I have started breaking out on my butt and thighs and now on the sides of my stomach. Blech. It totally grosses me out. And I have never been prone to breakouts, I was lucky as a teenager. Any tips on…
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Best low calorie ice cream?
I want ice cream in a bad way. Not ice cream bars or sandwiches, just actual ice cream. What is the best low calorie brand and flavor you have found?
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Arc Trainer/Elliptical and Bodymedia Fit
Where do you wear yours? I love the Arc but my BMF gives me a lower reading than what I feel like I am doing. And no I don't have a heart rate monitor. I burn about 9.5-10 calories a minute running and 7ish when I am on my road bike (I wear it on my calf for that). It says I only burn about 6 calories a minute on the Arc…
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IFers and BCAA's?
I have started intemittant fasting for the last week and so far love it. I have been training fasted (no BCAA's) and am wondering of anyone else trains without them? I have them sitting in my amazon cart and can't decide if I want to pull the trigger! Thanks!
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BMF users, What is your daily burn?
I have been trying to calculate what % of my calories I want to cut and have been looking at a lot of online calculators. If I average out my last month by my BMF I am burning about 2675 calories a day. I am active, have 3 kids and run about 20-25 miles a week and workout 6 days total. My workouts vary between running,…
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What can I do to lose this belly pudge? (pictures)
I love how my body looks except for this lower belly fat. I think it wouldn't bother me as much except it sticks out so much more obviously than the top of my stomach. It looks awful under a tight shirt. Any hints how to improve this. I am working on losing body fat but surely there is some exercises to tone it as well.…
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Best cross training during marathon training?
So I have picked out my first full marathon!! I am excited and nervous : ) My training starts July 16th, I will be following Hal Higdon's Novice 2 program. But the running is 4 days so I am wondering what would be good cross training the other 2 days (1 day of rest). I will probably lift weights and maybe bike 1 day and…
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Foods with more fat?
I have really been focusing on my macros, which are set at 40/30/30, the last few days. I am trying hard to get close but I am finding I am low on fat everyday. Ideas? I am looking for actual foods to work in, not just eat a T. of butter or coconut oil : )
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How to make myself drink more water? And how much?
How much water do you drink a day? I struggle to get my 8 glasses in. I just start to feel bloated and gross after the first few and just can't hardly make myself drink more. How do you get all your water in?
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Does grain free and running mix?
I have been considering going grain free but the more I read about it the more I wonder if I can do it while running. I run about 20 miles a week split up over about 4 runs. Next month I am going to start training for a full marathon. Anyone do this successfully or do I really need those carbs while running so much?
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Eliminating grains? Paleo?
I am having trouble eliminating weight in my midsection. I have lost most of my weight and am in a healthy range (5'4" and 128-130) but I am still way too squishy in the belly. It is getting really frustrating. I know you can't target any certain areas but I am wondering if possibly grains are causing some of the…
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Best Nike Taining App Workout?
Which ones do you love?
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Po FT4 or FT60?
I am basically wondering if the more expensive one is worth it. I have a Body Media Fit and I am mainly wanting it to help me push my heartrate up during cardio and some HIIT training. Thanks!
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Best at home workout?
My husband is sick and so we are all home and have 3 kiddos. It looks like my change of getting to the gym is slim. What are some good workouts I can do in the house. Not running, I need to be in the house. I have 30 Day Shred but I haven't been that impressed by it. What am I missing??
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Is it bad to lift weights like this?
Or am not getting the full benefit by lifting this way? I can't stand to just sit around the weight room between reps so I will do mini circuits. Here is an example: Bench Press Squats Crunches but I don't rest between each exercise. I repeat 3 times then go on to like Dips Lunges Back Extensions I can usually get a full…
