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Experienced Lifters: Reps or Sets for Fat loss?
For Fat loss what is more effective, high reps or high sets? Right now I am doing 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps. Since being sick with Salmonella my arms are very weak so right now I normally lift 10 lb Dumbells for upper body and heavier for lower body. I know I will get stronger as I progress. I am 4'8", 130 lbs (30 %B BF)…
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That pesky Baby pouch!
So I know "abs" are built in the Kitchen :-) and I don't struggle with that part but does anyone have any advice on how to get rid of that pesky baby pouch and love handles? I do a lot of core training but thought I would pick ya'lls brain just in case there's something different I haven't tried yet. :smile:
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Depression/Anxiety getting in the way of Fitness Goals
Hi, normally I don't like talking about my Depression and Anxiety but I wanted to see if there were others who deal with this who struggle getting physically healthy because of it. I am on medication but I still have ups and downs and have a hard time (a lot of the time) to get to the gym or do anything (except for lay in…
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Suppliments
Right now I am taking ISS VITIPAK and I'm almost out so I wanted to know if anyone has any recommendations for any different Vitapaks that not only helps with nutrients but also with energy... Also I'm taking Catalyst that helps the muscles become more defined but I was wondering if anyone knows of another type of…
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24 Day Challenge!!!
Okay so I have heard about the 24 day challenge and have seen amazing results friends and strangers have had with this. I have decided to go ahead and try it. My cravings are horrible and I am so very tired no matter how much I work out and how well I eat. I have been told by a good friend of mine how she also felt tired…
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One thing you look forward to....
I am becoming healthy and fit for a lot of reasons. For my family and my future but one thing I look forward to is Boobs! lol I told myself that once I got my body the way I want it that I would finally get my boob job and I'm soo excited!!! it's something to motivate me even more to push myself. So ... does anyone have…
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I keep going over my sugar!!!
I have decreased my sugar intake quite a bit. I do add sugar to my coffee and sometimes I will eat a protein bar that may contain sugar but that's about it (on occasion have a fudge bar). I eat fruit which I know has natural sugar. I guess what my question is, how do you separate good sugars vs bad sugars on here? for…
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Seeking more motivated friends!
I have a few on here that I see has gotten on daily but most haven't gotten on for months.... if you're motivated and would like someone to motivate you as well, add me :smile:
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treating yourself for your accomplishments...
I have such a hard time staying motivated and positive so I have decided that when I make an accomplishment ( like losing inches, progression in r my run or go to the gym 5 days straight) I would treat myself to something nice like a pair of jeans or a nice shirt or maybe some cute shoes, although I lovvvvve to eat I…
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The 24 day challenge!!
Okay so I have heard about the 24 day challenge and have seen amazing results friends and strangers have had with this. I have decided to go ahead and try it. My cravings are horrible and I am so very tired no matter how much I work out and how well I eat. I have been told by a good friend of mine how she also felt tired…
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post baby
Hello! Any ladies on here trying to get back into shape after having a baby?? I just had my son a month ago and I'm anxious/excited to get back into shape and finally get my body the way I want it! Just looking for friends on here with similar goals :) Missy
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post workout supplements
So I do not have much weight to lose so I would like to maintain while tone up. I want to get more into lifting and I was wondering if whey protein makes you gain weight? I know its good for recovery but I am nervous that it will make me get too big.... need advice. Thanks! Melissa
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Is there anything you cannot/will not cut out of your diet?
Hey guys, so I want to eat healthy and I am doing really well but I also want to enjoy life and the two things I cannot and will not cut out completely is chocolate and coffee (with cream and sugar). Of course I eat and drink these in moderation ( I probably drink coffee two to three times a week when I used to every…
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I need help!
okay, I'm freaking a little... I have lost the weight i wanted (although wouldn't hurt to lose a few more) and I really want to tighten up. First of all... I go to the gym 4 days a week. I lift for 30 min and then run for 30 min (3-4 miles). I don't lift heavy because I'm a newbie and I'm not strong yet, but I really want…
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That pain in the *kitten* under arm fat.... help!!
Okay, so I have been lifting and doing cardio and I see my arms starting to tighten and become toned, however I still have that under arm flab... does anyone know of any really good exercises with or without weights that will make that go away?? Maybe someone can come up with something I have yet to try :smile: ... ugh I…
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At home gyms, recommendations please!?
Hey! I am looking into buying a inhome gym to use until I get more confident /comfortable/better with lifting and also for days that I can't go to the gym for some reason... I don't want to go crazy and buy the most expensive equipment out there but I do want something good for beginners/maintenance (once I get to where I…
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Any fellow military ladies on here?!!
Hey I'm Airforce and I was wondering if there is any fellow military ladies in here??
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Keep going over on my sugar!! Help!
Okay, so I'm doing so well on my calories but I keep going negative for my sugar. I have cut down my sugar so much. The only thing that has sugar that allow myself is three teaspoons of sugar in my coffee which is only 13g . All the other sugar is coming from fruit or in my low fat pudding or apple sauce. I don't eat candy…
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Cravings are killer... How can I curve them?
Everytime I have "tried" to diet I have horrible craveings and sometimes I feel like I'm starving even though I am eating enough. Are there any tricks other than water that can curve these cravings???
