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Buying a Heart Rate Monitor
Hi everyone! I was looking into purchasing my first HRM, but I am getting overwhelmed! I am a college student, so I'm looking for something affordable, or maybe I will splurge, as long as it is a reliable device. I've done my research and many articles have posted that the Polar brand HRM are the best value. But, I have…
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Food Scales
What scale do you use? Do you find that it is really that helpful after all? Thanks!
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What physical activity should I log?
Hi everyone, I was wondering what physical activity you log. For example, I am a student at the University of Illinois. I walk or bike to and from class and home every day. Then, I go to the store and walk around for another 20 minutes. Should I be logging my walking at the store and in-between class? I always log my…
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Strength Training at Home
Hi everyone, I am looking to buy strength training equipment so I can exercise at home. I am stuck when it comes to equipment. Any suggestions? Do you use free weights, resistance bands or any other type of equipment? All the advice is greatly appreciated!
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Workout DVD Suggestions?
Hey y'all, I am doing a training schedule for a 10K and was looking for some workouts to do on my cross train days. I like videos because they keep my attention and I can finish them rather than reading from a chart what I'm supposed to do. Do you have any suggestions for a good DVD that focuses more on strength than…
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Veggies for Non-Veggie Eaters
Hey Everyone! Like everyone else here, I'm trying to eat healthier. My biggest problem is that I'm not a big fan of veggies. I like spinach, avocados and carrots. The end. I also like romaine lettuce sometimes but CANNOT stand iceberg lettuce. I was hoping that someone might be able to offer me some advice for "starter"…
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Anyone want to buddy up and train for a 10k?
Hey y'all, I have been a runner for a while, and though I have neither endurance or speed, I want to push myself and train for the 10k in my hometown in April. I found a training plan that will work for me because I am capable of running the minimums (about 2 miles). What I truly lack is someone who can motivate me and…
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New here!
Hi Everyone, My name is Claire. I'm a pre-med student at SLU and I've been on a journey to get down to the weight I once was. I want to be a doctor, but who would take advice from someone who can't even take her own? Stress eating is my issue and because of it, I gained over 40 pounds since I've been at school. I would…
