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Women Who Lift
I desperately need to get back on the exercise train and do like to lift but I don't really have a routine. I'm looking for a good program/book/website, etc. that has helped you achieve your fitness goals--I want to see results!!! Can you recommend what I might look into and share any tips? Thanks!
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How Did You Get Your Six-Pack?
I see so many success stories that are so inspiring and what I'm wondering is how you got such great definition in your abs? Some say there aren't specific exercises for your abs, other swear by them. . . do crunches . . .crunches don't work . . .so tell me, what is the secret to great abs? Mine are currently hibernating…
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Need a Healthy Bunco Recipe!
I have bunco with the girls tomorrow and want to bring something DEELISH, but healthy (since so much of the food there isn't). Thinking of an appetizer dish, but I am open to your suggestions. Any ideas that would be quick (I don't have much time between getting home from work and getting to bunco), or that I could make…
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Petite Advantage Diet
I am 5'1-1/2" and recently was told by a friend about this book (she does not own a copy)--it's for women under 5' 4". Is anyone here doing this? Is it realistic? Helpful? Too hard to stick to? I am intrigued, but I am also CHEAP and don't want to invest in a book if it's not working for others. Anyone?
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Movie Quote Game
Just for fun (and without the fattening theater popcorn) can you name the movie the following quote came from? Answer it and add your own! "Well, Brian, this is a very nutritious lunch. All the food groups are represented. Did your mom marry Mr. Rogers? "
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RIP Archer Farms Organic Cherry Almond Oatmeal
. . .it has been discontinued (once again) from Target shelves. What good substitutes are out there? Why does this always happen? You find something--love it--and then the stupid company discontiues it! ARGH!
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Tower 200 - Body by Jake
Does anyone own this? Love it? Hate it? My house is small and am thinking of using this since it wouldn't take up space. Is it worth the cost? Anything else you want to share about this equipment would be appreciated! Thanks for your input! Sharon
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Home Elliptical Machine
I am looking for an elliptical machine I can use at home (and is economical). Any suggestions? I found this combo elliptical/bike one at Amazon--does anyone know about this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JB40JU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER I appreciate all feedback! Thanks--Sharon
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Just Joined Costco . . .
They had a deal here at work so I joined. Soooo, what are items that you LOVE at the store. . .and what should we definitely stay away from? I used to belong to Sams years ago and just remember buying a bunch of stuff that I didn;t need or wasn't good for me and my family . . .and want to avoid those pitfalls with Costco .…
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Grandma? Grams? . . .Gramalicious?
I have been given the best news ever . . .my son and his wife are due to have their fist baby this April (it is my first granchild) and they asked me what they want my grandchiold to call me. Mind you, I am 43 and feeling a bit too young to be called "Grandma". Do any of you have unique/fun names you either call your own…
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Favorite Foods Discontinued?
Never fails . . .you find something you love and the store discontinues it. Archer Farms Cherry Almond Oatmeal--I can't find it anywhere anymore and rumor has it is discontinued. . . .BOO! :sad: :angry: I surprisingly found the Blueberry Almond ORGANIC--but it's still not the Cherry Almond one I love so dearly. . .…
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Favorite Commercials . . .
No, we really don't love them, and with DVR, do we even see them anymore? Back-to-school season reminds me of my favorite commercial of all time . . .I believe it's for Office Max (or Depot) with the music "It's the most wonderful time of the year" playing in the background. . .parents zipping by happily riding the…
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What Are Your Favorite Fitness DVDs?
I see alot of Insanity and P90X on here, but I am in the beginning phases and think I need to "build up" to something like that. What DVDs have you used at home and liked/gotten results from? I think I am going to check into the 30 Day Shred, but want some variety, so let me know what's worked for you (or what's been so…
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Pyle Heart Rate Monitors
This is a follow-up to my last post on strapless HRMs. Thanks to everyone's input I will definitely be getting one with a chest strap! Now, being on a budget, I was wondering if anyone had a Pyle HRM? Some I have found on Amazon that I am considering:…
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Strapless Heart Rate Monitors
I am in the market for a heart rate monitor (I have never used one before) and would love some feedback on the strapless HRMs. Are they worth it? Accurate? Or should I stick with a model that requires the chest strap? If you have any specific models you absolutely love or think I should stay away from, I'd love that…
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I ate what?
So, today didn't start too well. . . .foodwise. I work with vendors who come in for sales calls and bring goodies with them. Instead of the yogurt parfaits, fresh fruit, etc . . .it was SPRINKLES CUPCAKES! Now, I've never tried them sooooo. . . .I sampled a few, basically eating one whole cupcake for breakfast.…
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What New Food Have You Tried & Surprisingly Loved?
We're all here to lose weight/get healthy so I was wondering what great new foods you've tried and ended up being pleasantly surprised by? For me, we just tried a jambalaya rice dish and added smoked skinless turkey sausage and it was really good--my 3 year old even cleaned her bowl (and they don't sit long enough to…
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What's Hanging in Your Closet . . .
That you bought and swore you would get into "someday"? Have you been able to get into yet? How long did it take? While I almost always try clothes on before I buy, I made the mistake of ordering some work pants (3 pairs) from Old Navy and when they arrived they were too tight for me to fit into--for NOW. So, for now, they…
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Reading "Women, Food and God" by Geneen Roth
Has anyone else read this book, or any others by her? She is an amazing writer and simply reminds us that we are all beautiful, useful, deserving, etc, and until we learn to appreciate who we are, not just how much we weigh, we will never overcome what we hate most--our fat (not ourselves). I haven't even finished the book…
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Birthdays
OK--I am turning 43 this Sunday and have 2 questions actually: 1. Did you have an age you HATED turning, or actually LIKED turning (I personally hated 30 and loved 40) 2. My awesome husband cooks me a birthday dinner every year and I obviously want it to be a more nutritious/healthy dish this year--does anyone have a…
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Fish Oil And Flax Seed Oil
Just wanted to share something my doctor told me to do to speed up my metabolism--2000 mg of fish oil (make sure you get "burpless") and 1000 mg of flax seed oil daily--whenever--no need to eat before. This not only aids in metabolism, but is good for your heart to boot!
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Ready, Set . . .GO!
Found out about this site from my boss back in Oct--and KINDA started then, but didn't last long--guess I wasn't ready. So, after eating lots of bad food for the holidays and gaining another 6 pounds, I made the decision to take care of myself and set a good example for my kids by eating well and exercising. Made it to the…
