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Back injury setback
So I finally got motivated again, made some great goals for myself. I have been taking a hip hop dance class that I LOVE, and I bought some tap shoes to begin a tap dancing class next week. I was in Week 2, Day 1 of the Couch to 5k plan, and planning to run a 5k St patty's day. Feeling awesome...and then wham. I strain my…
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new runner's questions
I started running--more like wogging and jogging, really-- this spring. It is very hard for me, and I do not like it, but love how I feel when I am done running (I enjoy the challenge, too I guess), so I decided to start training for a 5k, just to see if I could do it. Yesterday I completed my first 5K race. I was…
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shin splints? Help!
I think I may be getting shin splints. About 6 weeks ago, the only exercise I ever got was walking. Now I am taking a jazz dance class, training for a 5K, and doing some hard core circuit training. I am pushing myself quite a bit--isn't that what we're supposed to do? So, lately I have had terrible pain on the lower…
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picnic/party dish suggestions?
I am going to a 4th of July party tonight, and wanted to bring a healthier dish. I was thinking of the good ole fruit bowl (boring) or a 7 layer taco dip, using as many lowfat ingredients as I can like lowfat cheese, cream cheese, etc. Any other suggestions? Thanks!
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Get your sleep my FP Friends!
Get Seven Hours of Shut-eye for a Healthier Mind and Body A full night's sleep is not a luxury — it's a basic necessity for healthy hormone balance. Once you dip below seven hours a night, you are increasing your risk of diabetes, cancer, heart disease, stroke, depression, and obesity. According to Jillian Michaels: Some…
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how bad is it?
Ok, I just caved and ate chocolate ice cream (just one serving). I am still under my calories for the day...so how bad was that for me? Does splurging once in a while ruin all the hard work? Do I need to get on the treadmill now, or do I just try to do better tomorrow?
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working out but gaining weight
Hi All, I am a 31 year old female. I have been following Jillian Micheals' "Mastering your Metabolism" health plan for 3 weeks now, working out 5- 6 days a week for two weeks, and have gained a couple pounds. :sad: I am trying not to be frustrated, but it is hard. I do FEEL better, and clothes are getting a bit looser, but…
