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Advocare MNSMAX3 packets
Does anyone familiar with Advocare supplements know what the little black pill is that is in the packet that is to be eaten with breakfast? I've never seen it before, and I was just curious. Thanks
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My new morning routine
I wanted something to get me moving, get my heart rate up, and jump start my metabolism first thing in the morning. I searched and searched, and searched some more for a short, but effective workout that I can do before I get showered and ready for work in the morning. Yes, this is someone else's workout, but I can't find…
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I am extremely disappointed!
Got a Polar HRM watch and was so excited to set it all up and begin using it, as I just added weights into my weekly routine . . . Took it out, read the book from cover to cover, set the date, time, maximum value, blah blah blah - And it doesn't calculate calories burned! I am super bummed! I know its my fault, as I…
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New to weights - Trainers, I have some questions
I have been reading through message board posts regarding weights because I just met with a trainer yesterday and I am starting to add weights into my workour regimen. I came across some information that made me think, what is best for me for the results I am hoping for? I want to tone my body, but not look like a body…
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Recumbant bike question
I am considering buying a recumbant bike for a couple different reasons: 1. My husband has planter fasciitus and is most likely going to be having surgery within the next few weeks.Biking is the only exercise the physician has approved him for. 2. I am not an avid runner. but when I do run, I prefer to do it outdoors, and…
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Knee issue
Sunday, while painting my office at home - I was squatting down to cut-in around some trim work, and I don't know what happened, but I heard this 'pop'. My knee felt like it went forward, then to the left, and I was instantly in tears and lying on the floor. Everything happened so fast. I really don't know what or how this…
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hummus - please share
I'm interested in trying some homemade hummus and was hoping that you all would share your favorite recipes. I enjoy spicy foods, so that would be good, but not required. Also, what do you dip in it? veggies, crackers?
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I think I would enjoy Zumba
Does anyone do the Zumba Wii exercises? We gave our Wii to my mom for the kids at her house, but they never play it there either. I have space for it in my basement, and think if the Zumba workout for the Wii is a good one, I may want to purchase it and give it a shot. What do you like and dislike about the Zumba for Wii?…
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Major heel pain after running
My husband is training for his firs ever 5k and has stumbled upon an issue. A pretty serious one. Starting about a week ago, all of a sudden, after running (actually the next day upon waking up) he has serious heel pain. Like that makes him hobble to walk. No pressure allowed on the heel type of pain. He took a few days…
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How do you log kettlebell workouts?
So, it's ugly and grey in my area of Indiana today, so I decided to workout indoors. I ran for 15 minutes, then did 3 sets of: 25lb kettle bell squats 25lb kettle bell swings planks lunges (no weights) I can't find kettlebells in the data base to try and determine a calorie burn value. How would / do you log this?
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Protein shakes
I've been experimenting with adding new things into my protein shakes, trying to find something that I just love. (banana, yogurt, etc). I'm currently using the strawberry powder, mixing with 8 oz water, throwing in a few ice cubes, and blending. I'm doing something wrong obviously, because I'm not 'digging' them all so…
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I'm going to buy on . . . Suggestions for HRM
I have decided take the plunge and purchase a HRM for myself. I need help finding the best one for me. I don't normally wear a watch, but would for workouts if the watch gets the best results. What is the best HRM for a woman?
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Fairly new to strength fitness & need some advice
I have been getting cardio workouts in for quite some time now, and every so often, I add in some kettle bells, as it was introduced by a co-worker. I do enjoy the kettle bells, but I am really interested in starting to tone! Can someone help me with some specific workouts for toning my inner and outer thighs, and core?…
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How do you log p90x ?
For those of you that are currently using p90x as your method of working out, how do you log it? I haven't started it yet, but I have it, and am thinking about beginning it soon, but I want to be accurate on my logging. In fact, I'd rather be lower in calories burned than over, so any assistance would be greatly…
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What are the best exercises for my 'bad' areas?
So, I carry my excess weight in my belly (post 3 children) and in my thighs. I'm not sre which I hate more, fat gut or fat legs . . . Anyhow, I've made great changes in my diet and am seeing good results, but I have not 'met' my exercise goal each week, because I get bored. Luckily, I have access to a weight room (at work)…
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Daily totals - overages
I really like that MFP calculates everything for me, especially since I am only almost a month in . . . however - I don't like that I see red numbers for my totals some days. Most of the time is is my protein, as I eat to much (from teh MFP calculations) on days that I have chicken breast for dinner. Am I missing…
