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Shorter Cardio/Strength Circuit v. longer lower intensity
So I have been going to the gym 4-5 days a week. I generally do about 45 mins. weight lifting and 45 mins. cardio. So i am at the gym 90-120 mins depending on the workout I am doing that day. i.e. 10 mins cardio - warm up. 8-10 weight lifting exercises - 3 sets/12 reps - upping the weight on last set. I rest 30-60 seconds…
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Any "main dish" Cucumber recipes out there?
I am trying to find some good cucumber recipes. its seems all the recipes I fine are either fried cucumber or cucumber salads. I am really looking for something that highlights cucumber for the main course....not just a side. Any ideas?
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YOGA
Have any of you tried Yoga? I have been too afraid to try it because 1) I am not flexible and 2) I am over 300 lbs. I am too afraid that I won't be able to do the poses (which look to be exceedingly difficult if you are overweight). Just wondering if any other 300+ gals/guys have tried it and what your thoughts are? Were…
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Inspirational Songs (working out)
Question for all of you...I am looking for some motivational workout songs. Focusing on lyrics at the moment (so more than just an upbeat rhythm). I am specifically looking for songs that have a message about pushing harder, not giving up, taking control of your life etc...Something with a good message, something that will…
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Nutrient Split
Do you have any idea what your protein/carb/fat intake is? Since I have switched to "clean eating" (organic fruits, meats and veggies and eliminated 90+% of processed foods from my diet) I have noticed that my carbs are now 250-300g based on the increase in veggies/fruits...and my protein is down to around 60g. Plus…
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Tosca's Books
So I want to start eating clean but am very uneducated and am not really sure where to start or what it entails. From what I see Tosca Reno is one of the main authorities on the subject. But she has about 15 different books and I have no clue where to start. What do you recommend for someone that is just starting out...I…
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Overweight Bicycle Query
I weight 330 currently and really want to ride a bike as part of my exercise. I bought a Trek 4300 at a yard sale and got it tuned up for around $100. Well yesterday I tried to get on the bike and the tires/tubes completely compressed. The tires are full. But when I sit on it the bottom completely flattens down to the rim.…
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Biggest Pet Peeve
What are your biggest pet peeves when it comes to diet/exercise? Mine is "don't worry, muscle weighs more than fat." Generally this will go as follows: Friend 1: Help! I have gained 3 lbs this week. I don't understand. Friend 2: (trying to make you feel better) "Don't worry. Muscle weighs more than fat. Its probably all…
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YOGA
Have any of you tried Yoga? I have been too afraid to try it because 1) I am not flexible and 2) I am over 300 lbs. I am too afraid that I won't be able to do the poses (which look to be exceedingly difficult if you are overweight). Just wondering if any other 300+ gals/guys have tried it and what your thoughts are? Were…
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Splitting A Workout
Question for those of you that lift weights. Its a two-part question. 1) How many sets/reps do you do? Do you follow a certain plan? Previously I was doing 3 sets of 25 at the same weight...but lately I have been doing 3 sets with 12, 10 then 8 reps and upping the weight, which is more of the Body for Life philosophy. My…
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Weight Lifting Split Workouts Question
So I have started going to the gym in the morning and have cut my workout down to 60 to 90 mins. (previously was doing closer to 120 at night but found too many excuses not to go). But now i don't have enough time for all of my weight lifting. So I was trying to figure out how to split my workouts. First Option: Day 1:…
