-
Toning up my "wings"
Thinking about my "wings" and the best moves to get rid of them! I get plenty of cardio in my Zumba classes. This week I did 3 Zumba toning classes that use light hand weights to do arm work. I have 5 and 8lb weights at home and a stability ball. I'd love your thoughts on moves to help. I much prefer dancing to…
-
Avoiding plantar fascitis flair ups?
Last summer I got to week 5 of the C25K and had to stop due to plantar fascitis in my left foot and I haven't run a single step since. I was pretty frustrated because I had never gotten that far before and thought I was actually going to finish! A friend of mine ran her first 5K this weekend after losing 180lbs!! YUP! She…
-
Starting 30DS in 1 week!
OK...so it is 2:30 am here on the east coast and I am WIDE awake! I ordered the 30DS today (well, technically yesterday!) through Amazon. It allows me to watch it directly through Amazon on my computer or use the DVDs when they come. I just previewed all 3 levels and can not wait to start!! A few years ago I worked out…
-
Healthy BBQ suggestions??
Hi! Going to a friend's house tonight after a 2-hour Zumba class and need to bring something to share. After all that shaking and sweating we'll be hungry but want something light and healthy. Any suggestions? I am having a brain cramp!!
-
HRM vs Curves computer cals burned
Loving my HRM for Zumba but have a question with strength training. Each Curves strength training machine is computerized so it tracks muscle work/resistance as well as some of the cardio. That computer had my cals burned at over 350. My HRM had me at 236. Any thoughts on which would be more accurate?? HRM does heart rate…
-
Thoughts on spaghetti squash
I am a self diagnosed pasta addict. I have heard so much about using spaghetti squash as a healthier alternative. I've never tried and it am interested in your suggestions. A bit nervous to try it because I have some "VERY" weird texture issues! :O)
-
Should I buy 3 Jillian CDs??
Today's Groupon offer is 3 Jillian Michael CDs for $25...Extreme Shed & Shred, Killer Buns & Thighs, and Ripped in 30.....I have seen lots of posts about them and wonder if it is worth it. I do Zumba at least twice a week and am looking for strength training options to supplement. Thanks for your input!
-
Post Workout Snacks Ideas
What do you eat after a good burn? I get home from Zumba, having burned (burnt??) 600+ cals and am STARVING. Looking for ideas on what to eat. HURRY UP because I just got home and am hungry!!! :wink:
-
Scale is NOT MOVING!!!
Just need to vent (well, I am actually going to whine for a minute or 2 so beware!!) because I am SOOOO frustrated that the scale is not moving!!! I have made many healthy changes in the past couple of months, have tracked my food and exercise here for the past 3 weeks (staying at my goal) and am getting in so much more…
-
Heart Rate Monitors
Looking for thoughts on heart rate monitors to get a more accurate calorie burn, especially for Zumba class. Do any of you use one and if so, do you like it? I saw some that say they tell calories burned but my wonder is do you program your weight into it so the burn rate is accurate? Thanks for your suggestions!!!
-
Feels great when someone notices!
At the end of my Zumba class this morning, a woman came up to me and said, 'You are losing weight. I noticed today in class, especially in your stomach. You look great." I have seen her in class for months but never really spoken to her. She TOTALLY made my day. In the past 2 months, between Zumba and joining the local…
-
Yahoo and Yikes!!
Yahoo.....Snow day up here in Maine!! Yikes.....Home all day with access to the cabinets!! I am feeling strong and motivated right now. The afternoon is when it gets hard! I will NOT graze on whatever can find today! How do YOU resist the See food and Eat it urges?? :O)Sandy
-
New tool for a new plan!
I stumbled upon mfp this morning while browsing in the Apps store. I have been looking for an easy, online tracker and am happy to say I found it! In October I turned 40 and was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Not my best month! Last summer, watched what I ate, did Zumba 2-3 times a week and completed 4…
