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Is this Weird?
Ok so I run for over a mile every time I go running (trying to lose weight and train for a 10k) whether it be on a track or on the road, I will then proceed to jump in my pool and do a light jog in water for a period of time as a cool down. Is this weird? I do this because the water is cool and loosens my muscles and…
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Did you know....
That 3500 calories = 1 lb of fat *A male athlete can consume up to 6500 calories a day!!! * Leg tapping or fidgeting can burn up to 300 calories a day! * You burn more calories sleeping, rather than watching tv ( so instead of tv and if you are to lazy to exercise sleep instead!!) Those are just some fun facts to help in…
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Please Take Time and Read
Everyone on here that is new and old, please take time to read the following quick message I have for yinz (sorry for the slang): I am tired of people complaining about the little things in life and not worrying about the important things, many people worry about one little thing that they consider a "flaw" on themselves…
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AB Workouts and Pecks
Ok I am going straight to the point. I work out regularly but have slacked off recently because of traveling for work. (i.e being a consulting mechanical engineer). I am trying to get my 6 pack back and nice pecks so I can feel good about walking around without a shirt on and fitting in my shirts better. I am looking for…
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Thinking about getting a gps watch
I am thinking about getting a Garmin Forerunner 205 GPS watch to track my running. Is it worth getting? I am fairly new running (only been running for about 3 months now) Should I wait a few more months or not. i would greatly appreciate opinions.
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Thinking about getting a gps watch???
I am thinking about getting a Garmin Forerunner 205 GPS watch to track my running. Is it worth getting? I am fairly new running (only been running for about 3 months now) Should I wait a few more months or not. i would greatly appreciate opinions
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Weirdest Pet Names!!
What is the weirdest pet names that you have either heard or named your pet even? Also what is the pet that has that weird name? Enjoy and I can't wait to hear some weird ones!!
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When do you take your Protein shake/powder?
This is just a generic question to see what everyone is doing for their routine.. If you take a protein shake or powder when do you usually take it morning, lunch, dinner, after workouts, before workouts, etc? Just a quick little topic. I generally take mine in the morning for breakfast most days as a substitute after a…
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Secrets......Shhhhhh....
Hey guys and ladies I know everyone has multiple secrets or even one because I do, I want to hear one secret whether it is funny or not.. Here goes mine... I am a twin and sleep (literally) in bed with my 9th grade teacher's daughter back in high school she was only a year younger than me at the time. She didn't assign…
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Running and Pain
I have been running for awhile now and hit a roadblock at the same distance all the time. I get a pain in my leg, thought it was shin splints but its not because the pain goes from my ankle up the side of my legs on the outsides up to my knee. I am thinking I need new running shoes that fit my running style, but any…
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Breathing Help
I always hated long distance running when I was an athlete because I thought it was pointless, but now I want to get in good shape and run a 10k come October however I am in need of help on breathing techniques while running. I breath through my nose and out my mouth which is the proper way however I get short of breath…
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Body Part Hating!!
I have been wondering this.....Everyone hates at least one body part on a human being, what is it and why? I, for one, hate feet because I have been an athlete for 18 years and saw enough feet that smell, are weirdly shaped, and that are just downright scary to look at. Tell me what you do not like and why. enjoy
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Anyone Training for a 5k?
I am not new on here, but I am seeing who is training for a 5k, 10k, or a half in the near future and what advice that they give to those who are thinking about it. If you are running a 5k soon where is it at and what is it called?
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Lipo 6 Diet Pills
I took Lipo 6 diet pills just to lose a couple pounds while going to the gym, which I did but it screwed up my appetite and body functions. Yes, It does curve your appetite but for me it upset my stomach a lot. I feel that any unnatural way to lose weight is not good for your body or for your mind. I stopped taking those…
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How to Feel Full?
One thing I do to "feel full" is to drink water or eat an apple as a snack. Drinking water makes me feel full and it has no calories. I am wondering how you feel that void when you are hungry after an hour or two of just eating?
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Favorite Board Game of All time?
What is your favorite board game of all time? I remember always playing Chutes and Ladders and loving every second of it!!! :smile: Just a fun question to answer and bring back memories!! :drinker:
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Humus
Any thoughts on Humus? I just can't bring myself to eat it but I heard its really good for you.
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Vacation Tips!!!
I am going on vacation at the end of the week and I would like to hear some ways that you cope with weight loss and counting calories (staying loyal) while on vacation. I know it is hard but never say never, yes going over on calories a day or two while on vacation is not a crime so don't fuss about it. Just use it as a…
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If you are new and need support/hep post under this Topic
I am willing to support and help anyone new that needs it. Feel free to post under this topic anytime you feel alone or in need of help!! Continue to strive for that goal!! A friend of many and an enemy to alll :smile: :wink: :laugh: :happy: :tongue:
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Trying to lose weight to get back to where I was satisfied!!
I am trying to get back to a weight that I previously weighed as seen in the picture below: (weighed 180) I have been running/jogging 2-3 miles every other day. I weigh 195-198 lbs which aint too bad but I am not happy. **Im the one on the right. **Me on the left **Me at 180 lbs. HOPING TO Get back to this weight soon!!…
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Who is from PA on here???
If you from Pennsylvania feel free to comment!!!! I am looking to meet friends on here from the Pittsburgh area so I can workout and share advice/ tips
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Pics with Inspiration
I am trying to get back to the weight you see in the pictures below: I lift and run but I am at 195 lbs. but I am running a 10k this October and want my abs back, therefore I am trying to get back to 180 lbs. **one on the left **one on the right Feel free to comment and offer advice
