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Polar HRM electrical interference...
Used my new Polar FT40 at the gym for the first time tonight. Two odd / annoying things happened. 1.) I like to listen to music when I exercise. I use my iPhone and plug my headphones in. If the iPhone got too close to the transmitter (within a foot), it would lose my heart rate.. annoying.. The manual does say "strong…
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Worried my thighs are getting BIGGER (more muscle)...
Hi all, Obviously, spot reduction is not possible.. I have been working out (I did the 30 Day Shred, and I've been running or doing elliptical for 40 minutes at least 3 times a week, or subbing in a Jillian DVD like Banish Fat Boost Metabolism) - and I am worried my thighs are only getting BIGGER / more muscle, when I want…
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Polar HRM - men's vs. women's models - same except for size?
Hi, are the Polar HRM models for male and female the exact SAME except for the size of the watch?? ie. can a female get the "male" version and program it as a female? (The chest strap wouldn't be different / bigger, right?) For some reason male Polar HRMs seem to be cheaper on websites so I am considering it. Also, I…
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Chalean Extreme - resistance bands?
I need to get some 15, 20, and 25 lb dumbbells for Chalean Extreme - they are so expensive, even on ebay/craigslist! I think I may go with resistance bands instead - has anyone had any experience using bands for a Beach Body program, Chalean Extreme in particular, instead of hand weights?
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MFP gives me 1200 cal/day - is this too low...?
I am a little bit confused, MFP gives me 1200 cal/day but I hear everyone saying that 1200 is the MINIMUM, etc. How come they would set my calories at that? Stats: Age: 22 Height: 5'4" Lifestyle: Sedentary (office job, booo) Starting weight: 128.5 (5 weeks ago) Current weight: 124 lbs (today) [Loss set at 1 lb per week.]…
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Chalean Extreme - weights vs. resistance bands?
Hi all, just got Chalean Extreme in the mail but realized I need heavier weights than I have (I have sets ranging from 2-8lbs). Dumbbells are EXPENSIVE and I feel like I already spent a lot of money on this program, then I saw that you can buy a resistance band set of 3 bands (15 lbs, 20 lbs and 30 lbs) for $39.95 - muuuch…
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Is there a good time and a bad time to work out? Morning vs
Is there a better time to work out - morning or night? Or does it just depend on the person? I've been working out every night since I'm not a big morning person. Tried working out early one morning and wasn't feeling energized enough. But now I'm wondering.. am I disadvantaging myself by working out around 2 hours before…
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HOLY COW - this article is a MUST READ - cost of obesity
Obesity's yearly costs: $4,879 for a woman, $2,646 for a man http://www.usatoday.com/yourlife/fitness/2010-09-21-obesity-costs_N.htm This article is CRAZY! I guess no more complaining about the cost of the gym!!
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Polar F6 - good HRM to invest in?
Looking for an HRM, have zeroed in on the Polar F6 - I like that it shows calories and fat % burned, the ability to track short and long-term goals, and that it won't interfere with other HRMs. Is this a good buy? (about $100 on Amazon!) Thanks! -Molly
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30 Day Shred - Not seeing results, finished 15 days already
Hi everyone, I just finished day 15 of Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred and I have yet to see any changes in my body, which I am bummed out about. I do feel like my strength has increased (I can do regular pushups now) and my endurance definitely (each day I do a level I tend to do a little better). I did level 1 for 10…
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Don't need to lose much weight, just want to be healthy!
Hi everyone, my name is Molly. I joined this because ever since I started my full-time desk job I have been too LAZY and TIRED to work out! Even though I am in the "normal" range for BMI (I'm around a 24 I believe), I would really love to be healthy and tone up my body and muscles, and overall just look and feel better! I…
