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Quitting smoking, circuit training and weight loss-help:)
Hi People! I am 31 days smoke-free! This is a huge win as I was a very heavy smoker. I have been doing circuit style training at a strength and conditioning gym for the past month as well. It's mostly HIIT style. One leg stranded deadlifts, planks, goblet squats, push ups, TRX rows, sled pushes ( all weighted). I do this 3…
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Injured with Personal Trainer
This afternoon I had my 5th session with my PT. I warmed up for 12 minutes on the treadmill. We we then did one leg sit-stands (2*15, each leg). This is a sit stand: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5prcMaZzhs Next we did lunges on the smith machine. I am unsure why, but we do a different kind of lunge every workout. For…
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Does this lifting routine look good?
I met with my newly hired PT today for our first session after my fitness assessment. I am currently trying to burn fat (aren't we all:) Does this program look sufficient for a beginner? Goblet Squats, holding 30lb dumbbell (Squat rack./bars were taken) Lunges with 12lb weights Bench Press, 55lbs Tricep Pull Down Machine,…
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Please help:)
Thank you so much for starting this group! Here is my story. I am 5'5, female, 171lbs and 36 yo. I have been trying to get rid of this weight for years! I have lost 45 lbs in the last 5 years but I have been stalled for almost a year. I tried to do New Rules last year but failed because my female friends were scared that…
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Cold Weather Running Gear
Hello Winter runners! I had stopped running due to an injury this summerr but I am ready to get out there again! I signed up for a local "Shamrock Shuffle Run" in March. We currently have about 3 feet of snow on the ground and temps around 20 when I plan to run (mornings/evenings). Does anyone have suggestions for cold…
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The Paren Rap
This going around Facebook and is hillarious! http://www.dump.com/parentsrap/ I hope you enjoy:) **The Parent Rap**Jeez, it's too early for me!
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Fake Tan!
I am pale. I am so pale that this weekend I was blinded by the sun reflecting off of the water and my skin! I do not tan. Especially my legs. My skin will not allow it to happen. My arms and look tan but its actually a gazillion freckles! Irish to core over here! Does anybody really pale use a self tanner? Go to spray tan?…
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My Doctor is an idiot!
I went to the doctors (OB/GYN) today to get my test results. The results were perfect. I asked him what he would reccomend for diet. I was being tested for PCOS, cysts, ect. He asked me what I was currently eating. I told him that I was eating 1500 calories a day, working out 5-6 days week. I assured him that I made sure I…
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S L O W losers come here! Please!
Can we talk? I have been on MFP since February. I also quit smoking in February. I have lost and regained the same 5 lbs over and over again. I have had my thyroid and glucose levels tested. Both normal.I have a hysteroscopy scheduled Wednesday to check for cysts/ect. I have started to keep my carbs around 100. I usually…
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Hysteroscopy-Ladies?
I have one of these scheduled for next week. I have been having some issues for the past few months. Do any of you have experience with this procedure? I am really nervous. I know that my Ob/Gyn is trying to rule out/in cysts, polyps, ect. I really want answers! Any words of wisdom would be helpful. Thank you lovely ladies…
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Recent C25K Grads..Come here
What are you planning on doing next? If you have run a 5K, what is your next goal? Running a faster 5k? Training for a 10K (Bridge to 10K)? I am really unsure. I ran my first 5K on Saturday. I think I want to decrease my 5K time to under 30 minutes and then start to train for a 10K. My BIG goal is a triathalon, but I need…
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My First 5K!! Only ran outside once before!
From my "wall": 5K update: First, thank you you all for taking the time to check in with me! Although it was 60 degrees pouring rain, and windy, the race was held. I had a great time and still cannot believe I ran 3 miles. Considering this was the 2nd time I ran outside, I found it highly enjoyable. I finished in 41.02. I…
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My First NSV!
For 20 or so years, I smoked a pack and half a day and wheezed when I walked up stairs. Almost 4 months ago I quit smoking and began MFP. Tonight I ran a 5K, no stopping (on my own, no race). I enjoy running up and down stadium stairs. No wheezing. No breathing issues at all! And although my weight loss has been very slow,…
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Running Shoes
Hi C25Kers! I got myself a pair of fitted running shoes yesterday. What a huge difference! What kind of sneakers do you all run in? And did you have them fitted? Do you prefer a soft, cushiony fit or a minimalist fit? I got Mizuno New Wave Elixers. They are very light and minimalist fitting...which is not something I…
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Should I add more?
Hello MFP'ers! I have been on this program for about a month. I have lost inches but no "scale weight" as of yet. I weigh myself bi-weekly. Currently I do strength training (New Rules) M-W-F, followed by C25K, same days. I use a Polar HRM to track calories burned. Do you think that adding Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred, 2X…
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Hello! Here's my revelation:)
I have poked around on this forum quite a bit lately. I have learned a few things and am ready to truly begin. First, I recently turned 35. I have two beautiful children and a great husband. I knew that I needed to make some changes in order to be a better role model. I also want to do everything I can to increase my…
