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36 year old stay at home mom looking for friends
Title says it all. I'm looking for some encouraging people like me. I've recently discovered how good it feels to do something for myself. Juggling hectic schedules with "me" time is a challenge. My goal isn't necessarily to lose a certain number of lbs. I just want to have more energy and feel better about myself. Fitting…
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Shakeology...can't find an accurate one in the database?
So I just started forcing chocolate shakeology down. I see lots of shakeology when I search for it, but when I compare the nutrition numbers on the bag to what is in the database there are lots of differences in calories, fiber, etc. Anyone else notice this or am I going crazy? Was hoping to make a recipe using it in MFP...
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Resistance bands vs dumbbells
Does anyone have any opinions on this? I'm trying to decide what would be the better way to go. Part of me is thinking dumbbells because that is all I've ever used, but they can add up if I keep having to buy heavier ones. I would love to get the SelectTech dumbbells, but they are soo expensive. I'm intriqued by the…
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ChaLean Extreme pros
What equipment is needed? Weights or resistance bands? How much weight? I know it probably varies per person, but I am trying to figure out what I need before I decide.
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Heart rate monitor or ChaLean Extreme?
So I have an extra $100...or at least $100 I think I can get away with spending ;) I have been eyeing a Polar heart rate monitor (FT4), but have also been antsy to explore fitness videos outside of the Jillian Michaels ones I have. I think they're hurting my knees and I hear ChaLean Extreme isn't as bad on them. We're…
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HRM pros...do you really need electrode gel?
About to possibly purchase a Polar FT4 HRM online and something popped up recommending I buy a tube of electrode gel. Is it really necessary? Thanks!
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My knees are making me nervous
I've been rotating through Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30 and No More Trouble Zones36 for the past couple of months. I had a trainer watch me do squats, lunges, etc and he said my form was good. I'm getting a little worried about the pain in my knees. Whenever I sit down or squat, the tendons (or is it ligaments?) that run…
