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Impact non-lifting day exercise
About 4 weeks ago I started with the C25K running program on my non-lifting days. Before that I did stuff like hiit routines, Wii zumba and elliptical workouts. I must day that now I'm in week 4 of C25K where you get more serious with the running, I'm starting to notice the impact on my lifting. Especially squats. Now are…
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Join me in HASfit's Free 30 Days Challenge?
Earlier I started the 30 day shred, but messed up my knees bout 8 days in. So I figured I do something with lower impact that still has me panting and sweating. I found that in "HASfit's Free 30 Days Challenge To Get In Shape!". This morning I did day 1 with the 30 minute low impact workout. I really like it because it has…
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Squats
I've been doing regular (dumbbell) squats and having a hard time with them due to tight calves. I have been using plates to place my heels on to get down to parallel, which is otherwise impossible for me. Today however I tried Bulgarian Split Squats instead: I love them! I seem to have much less trouble with these then…
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Finished with CLX up to the next program!
Last week I finally finished my last workout of the Lean phase. I must say that of the three phases, Lean is by far my least favourite one. Too much awkward balancing stuff in these exercises. Anyway, this was it for me, because I won't be doing another round of ChaLean Extreme. Instead I'm starting a beginners heavy…
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Session with PT to get form right
I've posted here before about Stronglifts 5x5 vs All Pro's Beginners Routine: I've decided to start All Pro's routine once I'm done with ChaLean Extreme. Reading about good form and viewing lots of YouTube video's on the subject, I've come to the conclusion that my form probably needs work. Especially the big lifts like…
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All Pro's Simple Beginner's Routine
Finally I decided what type of weightlifting program to start when I'm done with CLX: All Pro's Simple Beginner's Routine. I'll probably be starting it in March and I was wondering if there is anyone else doing it or interested in starting it. This beginner's routine is pretty popular over at bodybuilding.com, but I find…
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Stronglifts 5x5 vs All Pro's beginners routine
I've seen both Stronglifts 5x5 and All Pro's beginners routine recommended for people wanting to start weight lifting. Can you perhaps tell me why you would recommend one over the other? In my particular case I would have to adept excercises to the dumbbell equivalents. I don't have place for a barbell and prefer working…
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Starting on Thursday
Today I finished my last workout on the 30 Day Shred and am planning to start Chalean Extreme this Thursday. I've got myself a pair of adjustable dumbels that go up to 15 kg in 1 kg increments, so I think I'm good to go. Anyone else thinking of starting this week?
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GSP Rushfit or ChaLean Extreme?
If you had to choose between GSP Rushfit and ChaLean Extreme, which one would it be and why? My personal goal with either one of them would be toning up / getting stronger. Would love to hear your opinions!
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When to start upping calories to ease into maintenance?
Last 2 months I've lost 4 kg and have also been working on toning up. With an average loss of about half a kg per week / 2 kg per month I'm still about 3.5 to 4 months away from my goal weight / size. I was thinking of how and when to start upping my calorie goal to gradually ease into maintenance. From what I read, it's a…
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Small NSV
My husband told me this morning that the butt and thigh area of my jeans are looking looser! :bigsmile:
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Introduction
Hello! I was thinking to do the 200 squat challenge and would like to introduce myself. This group doesn't seem very active at the moment, but I hope that will change. I'm Susanne, 33 years old (34 in a few weeks( and live in The Netherlands. The past few months I've been making changes to my life in order to get more fit.…
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Pain just below the knee
I'm doing the 30 day shred, 9 days in. Yesterday I noticed that both of my legs feel sore and hurt just below the knee, on the outside of the leg. I don't think I've got shin splints because that would be lower on the leg and covering a larger area. Any idea what this could be? If it persists, I'll of course see a doctor.…
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Making nasty tasting protein powder yummy
Because I have trouble incorporating enough protein in my diet I decided to add a protein shake after my workout in the morning. The stuff I bought though is soooo nasty tasting when mixed with just water! Because I have a homemade cafe au lait each day anyway, I decided to use the ingredients for that to make a really…
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Hello there!
Just wanted to say hi because I'm new here. I want to loose about 10 kg / 22 pounds that just seemed to remain stuck on my frame after the birth of my second. Not only am I bigger then my wardrobe allows for, the stomach area didn't use to be so flubby! Anyway, my son is now 11 months old, it'a time to get back in shape. I…