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What type of exercise gives you best weight loss results?
Do you find that you lose weight faster by doing Cardio, Strength, Both, or something else? I'm losing weight but some weeks are better than others.. I'm not sure If I should be sticking to 1 exercise type than the others or combine everything.. Currently I'm doing running (Sat, Sun, Mon) and then cardio / strength…
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Hi! - New to the Group
Hey all - I'm new to the group but been on MFP for a while.. I live in the burbs of Philly.. Around Willow Grove, PA. Looking to add new friends from the area.. Please add me and I'll add you back :) Is this group still active? Thanks, Ed
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When should you up the weight in training?
During training when should you up your weight? Only when your weight is stalling? Or is there a certain amount of weeks / months instead? Thanks!
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JM 'Shred It with Weights' - Good/Bad - Recommend?
Does anybody use this DVD by Jillian called "Shred it with Weights"? Do you use a kettlebell ? I know you can use a dumbbell as well.. Do you like the DVD? Have you gotten good results from it ? Would you recommend this for a beginner? Any other information on this or other suggestions would be great.. Thanks!
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Coffe - Before or After a workout?
Does anybody drink coffee before or after a workout? If so why?
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Did I mess up my HRM? BPM settings
Topic meant to say - Zone Settings - I found my Lower Zone limits and Higher Zone Limits and set these on my HRM.. I used a calculation of the estimes from an online tool.. Should I not have done that? I'm Just tyring to make sure my calories burned amt is accurate when I use my HRM..
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Do you wear your HRM as a watch ?
I got my Polar FT4 last week and really liking it.. I haven't owned a watch in while so now I just wear it as a watch too.. Does anybody else do this as well?
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Calorie Burn Difference - HRM / Treadmill - Help!
So this weekend I took my HRM to the local gym.. I ran on the treadmill for 45minutes , and so the HRM BPM and Treadmill BPM were always the same I noticed so that was good.. However when I was done my workout I noticed the treadmill burn calories were a lot lower than my HRM.. Which one is more accurate?? I put my…
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Do you exercise 7 days a week?
Do you exercise 7 days a week? Or do you give your body at least 1 day for rest?
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Kettlebell and Dumbell - Same benefits / results?
I have some dumbells and was thinking about getting a kettlebell.Can I get the same results using 1 dumbell? Or would I get better benefits / results from a kettlebell? I'd hate to waste money on a kettlebell but if you tell me it's worth it and is better for me than I may consider. Thanks!
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$2.99 - You are Your Own Gym - Worth It?
Looking for a good workout app and I see "You are Your Own Gym" for $2.99.. It seems to have good ratings.. Does anybody have this? Is it worth the $2.99? Does it include strength training activities?? Thoughts?
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Do you recommend a Kettlebell ? Beginner Kind?
I don't own one and am thinking about getting one.. Do you find them beneficial? If so what kind would you recommend for a beginner? I saw a brand called "Cap" on Amazon with good reviews.. Also for a beginner would you recommend a 15pd one?Any advice or tips on this would be great.. Thank you as always MFP'ers!
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Increase Weights to break a Plateau?
For strength training at home my weights have been 5pds in each dumbbell, should I increase each dumbbell to 8pds or 10pds to break a plateau? Or keep the same weights and do a different workout?
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NEW Iphone 5s or NEW Samsung Galaxy?
My Contract is coming up in the Fall and debating if I should get the new Iphone 5S or the new Samsung Galaxy... Any opionon or suggestions on this ?? What made your decision?
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Polar FT4 - Worth $65?
I don't own a HRM monitor yet but i see the Polar FT4 is on sale for $65.95, is this worth the price?
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HRM - Calories burned 30ds Level 1 - is this right?
I Just got a HRM . I'm 166pds male and I went 30 minutes and it said I burned 295 cals. Does this seem high? I'm thinking its way high or would that be for real? I know HRM arent 100% accurate so I'm just trying to enter a good number for exercise on MFP.
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New to C2K5 - Intro/Help
I've never EVER been a runner in my life however losing weight AND also being in a running event in June made me decide to motivate me to do some running.. I downloaded the C2K5 app on my Iphone and just completed Week 2.. The 90 seconds was a step up and seemed long however I got use to it.. I think Week 3 even pushes the…
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Polling - Polar FT4 or FT7 to get?
Looking to get a HRM and have it down to either: Polar FT4 or Polar FT7.. Which do you recommend and why?? Thanks and sorry if this is a dup question. Thanks!
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Anybody playing FB / app slot games?
Anybody playing any FB / App slot games? I'm playing a bunch and could always use more friends. Please let me know what your playing . Thanks!
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Best Foods for boosting Metabolism?
For weight loss what foods are you eating for boosting your metabolism? I've heard Grapefruit is the best however I'm not a grapefruit fan.. Just wondering what everybody is eating for this.. Thanks!
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Best iphone App that Syncs with MFP?
Which Iphone App is the best for exercising while syncing to MFP ?
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Myth or Fact - Exercising Swells up the body?
I was told that constant exercising is swelling up the body and so if you weigh after your done exercising (day or night) that your body is in swelling mode so you will weigh more if you step on the scale afterwards.. Is this a myth or is this a fact? How long should you weigh yourself after exercising??
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Metabolism Boosters - Increase Your Calorie Burn
Saw this article on the net, not sure the facts still stand true.. This stuck out to me in the article Expert Tips and Tricks for Boosting Metabolism and Burning More Calories Here are some of the most recommended (and the most unique) tips and tricks for boosting metabolism, burning more calories and losing more body fat.…
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Runtastic Push Up Pro Edition - Worth $1.99??
I see Runtastic has some good IPHONE APPS out and some are FREE to try.. Unfortunately they got rid of the FREE push up one, however the PRO is $1.99.. For anybody who has this app , is it worth $1.99 ? I hate paying for apps and then they totally suck.. Wanted some feedback on those who have it.. Please let me know what…
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Calories Burned? - 30 Day Shred Level 1
Somebody with a HRM can you please tell me the Calories burned for Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred Level 1 ? Thank you.
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Best exercise IPhone App your using?
What Iphone app are you using for exercising? So many out there trying to see what the best one everybody is using. Do you have a best one for everything? Running? Walking? Working Out? Yoga? I'm curious to know.. Thanks!
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Still Can't Decide what to get - Need Your Input - Plz
I have it down to these 4 below Fitbit One Wireless Activity Plus Sleep Tracker Polar FT4 Polar FT7 Timex Just not sure which one to get.. Which one would you recommend and why?
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Today Only - BestBuy Exercise DVD's on sale
Hey folks.. Saw this today on Best Buy's Deal of the Day.. Some Exercised DVD"s on Sale today only.. Some of these may be worth picking up for this low of a price.. 1) Element: Yoga For Energy & Relaxation (Bby) - Blu-ray Disc $7.99 ->…
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Best Way to Build Upper Body Strength? - Plz Help
I've recently decided to get more motivated this year (Eating Better, Working out more, etc).. However I'm trying to figure out what's the best way to build upper body strength? I'm a novice so I'm thinking pushups (20) every day to start?.. Should I be doing weights at the gym as well? I don't want to push myself too hard…
