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Alternative to Conventional Deadlifts???
Hi all, I am in the process of finding out what is going on with my lower back. My chiropractor diagnosed me with slight scoliosis in the lumbar area, and I finally just got an MRI with the results of arthritis in the L4/L5 region. I couldn't get an appointment with a back specialist until late February but I want to get…
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2013 Goals/Resolutions
Yay, I get to be the first one to post about the New Year! So how did you all survive the holidays? Are you ready to get back on the wagon? I survived the holidays but my waist line didn't. Most of the holidays were enjoyable but I'm still struggling with the whole blended family thing. It was better this year than last…
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Where is everyone?
Did everyone get lost in all of the holiday shuffle? I decided that I need some support and motivation so I came back to this group and no one has posted anything for a month. I liked reading all the posts even if I haven't posted anything of my own in a very long time. I was doing so well back in August and then I hurt my…
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Anyone experience an increase in waist measurement?
Hi all, Did any of you experience an increase in your waist measurement, specifically around your belly button or the top of your hip bone area? (I guess it's really the abdomen area, no so much your natural waistline.) What stage did you have an increase, and what did you start from and increase to in inches? Here's why I…
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Ladies' Running Clothes
Hi all, I'm going into week 6 today and I've been getting frustrated with my shorts wanting to ride up into you-know-where. I do have a pair of Under Armor shorts to wear under my running shorts and that helps, more so that I don't feel the outside shorts riding up. I also have a pair of workout crop pants that work just…
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Squats with 4 foot barbell?
I have started the New Rules of Lifting for Women and have a dilemma: My gym/rec center does not have a squat rack or any other place to put a longer barbell at shoulder level for squats. There is a smith machine but I would rather not use it. Have any of you used the four foot barbell, lifting it over your head and onto…
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Are you my future buddy?
Hi all, I've finally decided that I need pals for help and encouragement. If you feel the same way then feel free to add me as a friend. About me: 5' 6", want to get down to 145lb, love zumba and strength training, and am trying to like running. I've been doing the south beach diet and will move into phase two tomorrow.…
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New pals on south beach diet?
HI all, I've been a member of MFP for a few months but was only using my app until now. I've decided that friends/pals can help with my motivation, questions, frustrations, and any happy moments in my journey. I am looking for any south beach dieters out there who can answer questions, give advice, and be a sounding board…
