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Pain in joint at top of shoulder from overhead press - help
My husband wanted me to post this question: He is new to heavy lifting and just finished 12 weeks of Strong Lifts and took a week off to recover. He is feeling fine now, except for a constant ache at the top of his shoulder from doing the overhead press. By the end of the program he was lifting 5 x 5 at 140 lbs. Is this…
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Doing high intensity workouts barefoot.....is that okay?
I broke my toe about a week and a half ago. I took about five days off, but then felt well enough to start up exercise (low intensity). I am gradually getting back to where I was (Advanced Turbofire with a splattering of Insantiy thrown in when I feel like I need to die :-) ) but I am in so much pain when I put on my…
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From cardio to heavy lifting = fat gain???
I used to be a cardio NUT, working out 5-6 days a week either running or doing TurboFire and Insanity type videos. In that time, I got very small and lean. I transitioned to heavy lifting a while back. I am doing the Strong Lifts program and my most recent numbers are the following: Squat: 135 lb Deadlift: 175 lb Bench: 80…
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Why do I suddenly have a big belly?
Some background: I am 37 years old, 5'3" and 138 pounds. I have always been very active. I just had a baby five months ago and am trying to lose the baby weight and gain some strength. I was really doing well and my stomach was getting nice and flat, but now that I am on week 7 of the program, and really starting to…
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Hand pain on overhead press
Hi ladies, I wonder if any of you have dealt with hand pain in doing the overhead press (sometimes the bench press as well) and if you have any suggestions on what to do about it. I am on week 7 of the program and just stalled out at 75 lbs for the overhead press and 85 lbs for the bench press. I don't mind being stalled…
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Heavy lifting LADIES (especially those who do stronglifts)
I am doing Stronglifts 5x5 with my husband, so I am not really sure what to expect for myself. He is already passing me after four weeks. I'd like to see what other women have accomplished so I stop comparing myself to him. What is your height/weight and what is your personal best at . . . -squat -dead lift -overhead press…
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What is your personal best?
I am doing Stronglifts 5x5 with my husband, so I am not really sure what to expect for myself. He is already passing me after four weeks. I'd like to see what other women have accomplished so I stop comparing myself to him. What is your height/weight and what is your personal best at . . . -squat -dead lift -overhead press…
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SL 5x5 gals - when did you 1st plateau?
I have just finished my third week doing Strong Lifts with my husband and for the first time today, I couldn't get all five overhead presses. I was only able to do 3 or 4 per set at 65 lbs. Am I absurdly weak or is that pretty normal to hit a plateau this early on?
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At what weight did you first fail with the OP?
I just failed for the first time to do all 5 x 5 reps of the overhead press with 65 lbs of weight. Is that pretty weak? I just can't see myself being able to do it next time, let alone add more weight after that. Any advice on how to get through? Thanks!
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Insanity Level 1 Drills question
Hi, I just completed my first Insanity workout today and have a question about the Level 1 Drills.... I tried to keep up with the DVD, but got very tired and had to stop a few times. Also, my form on the push-ups was not very good because it was so fast moving. Is it more important to keep pace with the people on the DVD…
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Results from Chalene Extreme vs. New Rules for Women?
I am debating between the two.... I want to start lifting heavy - Is Chalene Extreme a heavy lifting program? Will it get me similar results to the New Rules for Lifting for Women workouts? I'd love to hear your thoughts! Thanks!
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Sores on elbows after plank....?
I do a few exercise classes at a local gym that incorporate a plank- the kind where you brace yourself on your forearms. I have developed actual sores on my elbows from it. Am I doing something wrong in the way I am holding my arms to cause this, or is this normal? Thanks!
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NESTA certification - Has anyone done this?
I am looking into personal fitness training programs and came across something called NESTA http://www.nestacertified.com/personal-fitness-trainer-certification Is this a "real" certification? Has anyone completed it or have any opinions on it? Thanks!
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Becoming a personal trainer - where to begin?
I am thinking about becoming a personal trainer. I would like to start taking some courses that would help me down that path. I have no idea what I should be starting out with though. Any suggestions? Thanks!
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New to weights - does this sound like a good program?
After years of being a cardio gal, using only light weights or resistance bands here and there a few times a week for toning, I recently joined a gym. I was given a program to do by the trainer there on the weight machines and wonder if I could get some feedback about whether or not this will be effective. The trainer…
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Book: New Rules of Lifting for Women - question...
Does the book show the proper way to lift? I am TOTALLY new to weights, and not sure of the correct technique. Is this all explained in the book? Are there pictures? Thanks, Sarah
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Pregnancy question for really fit women
I am about 11 weeks pregnant. Prior to getting pregnant, I was able to get down to 115 lbs (I am 5'2") and really tone up my abs. For three or four weeks now, I have a huge layer of fat on my belly, despite the fact that I have maintained my fitness routines throughout. It is not the uterus yet (that is still way down low…
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Starting Month 2 Insanity on Monday.....Anyone Else?
VERY nervous about the workouts. I completed Month 1 but did it over 5.5 weeks, not 4. Also, until the VERY last day, I was a pause button addict. I read at the very end of the month that I shouldn't be pausing, just breaking when needed, so I am wondering how it will go on Monday. Any support (newbies or veterans!) would…
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Going from Turbo Fire to Insanity question
I completed Turbo Fire and Advanced Turbo Fire with absolutely great results. I got down to my ideal weight, which I never thought possible, and lost ALL belly fat. I then moved into Insanity, and am now in week 4 of month 1. I have gained 7+ lbs back and have regained some belly fat. Clothes that were hanging off me…
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Belly fat gain with Insanity???
I completed Turbo Fire and Advanced Turbo Fire earlier this year and was able to get down to my ideal weight. I also finally managed to get rid of that very stubborn belly fat! But I started Insanity (I am in my fourth week) and suddenly, I have gained 5+ pounds back and some of that belly fat I had tried so hard to get…
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Just broke my baby toe!!!!!
I just broke my baby toe. Not a super bad break (not bending in any funny directions) but has all the other symptoms. I am currently doing Turbofire and really don't want to stop. Very recently I had to take three weeks off my exercise routine because of the flu, and I felt that it took a long time to get back to the shape…
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Good 'non-bread' carbs?
My husband gets terrible heartburn if he eats too much bread (this includes pita, tortillas, etc.) I only buy whole grain or 12 grain, but even this seems to really bother him. He is doing Insanity and needs the carbs to fuel the workouts. Any ideas out there? Simple is better - we have a busy lifestyle and not a lot of…
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For women who lift heavy...
for women who lift heavy and have seen great results...... I am trying to lower my body fat percentage. Some questions: Is Chalene Extreme a good program? A gym is out of the question; I live way out in the middle of nowhere. Do you do any cardio, or is it all heavy lifting? What is a good body fat percentage to aim for?…
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Plateau on weeks 8-11 of TurboFire?
I am on week 11 of TurboFire. I had great results with the program, losing close to 15 lbs and several inches all around. All of that happened, however, in the first 8 weeks of the program. Since then, I have completely stalled out as far as weight and inches lost. Has anyone else had this happen? I have about 5 more…
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Can I do The Asylum whitout having done Insanity?
I am finishing up TurboFire by Beachbody and looking into my next workout program. I have looked at the previews for Insanity and the Asylum and both look great, but the Asylum looks like a lot more fun. Should I start with Insanity? Or can I go directly to the Asylum? Thanks!
