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Elliptical and lower back pain
I just started using an elliptical in my daily routine, in addition to my runs. I've been at it for about 2 weeks and have been experiencing some nasty, nagging lower back pain. Just wondering if anyone else has experienced the same thing?
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Runner turned ZUMBA!!!!
WOW! I did my first Zumba class last night! What a blast! Have to admit the first 20 minutes felt like I had 2 left feet but found my "groove" and MAN did i sweat!!! Gonna try and make another class this AM. I take my 6 yr old daughter with me and she hangs in for the whole class! She inspires me and reminds me that this…
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Wardrobe Question..............
Ok, So after about a year I have lost my weight & 5 dress sizes, My closet if FULL of clothes that don't fit me anymore. (I am not complaining) However I wonder if I should PURGE my closet, or am I jinxing myself? I was wondering what he rest of you have done? Please share.....:flowerforyou:
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HUGE HURDLE....
I feel like Wonder~Woman!!!!!! I run, I like to run outside, I have three kids that I cannot take with me when I run. Therefore weekends and vacations I don't accomplish very much exercise. HOWEVER, I DO have a dusty treadmill in the basement that I had made too many excuses not to use. TODAY WAS THE DAY!!!!!!!! I actually…
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artificial sweetner
Aspartame (or any atrificial sweetner) gives me terrible headaches. Thought I had outgrown it but no such luck. I really struggle to find suitable diet-friendly products that do not have artificial sweetners. Any suggestions? I already eat ALOT of fruit. Would love some input! :flowerforyou:
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looking old?
I am 4 pounds from my 2nd goal weight. My hubby told me to stop and my mom in law rudely told me that I was too thin and "that (I) had gone too far" I am frustrated that noone cares to recognize my accomplishments. I was wondering if anyone else has felt the same pressure from the fam and do you think that loosing "too…
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Maintenance
I'm gettin pretty close to my (2nd) goal, and I am wondering how I switch to a mainenance program? I have looked around on the website and can't seem to find info. Maybe I'm just not looking in the right place? Thanks for any info..........:smile:
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Struggling on the Treadmill.........
I am a "newbie" runner, I REALLY LOVE IT! The fresh morning air, the fresh smells and the sunshine on my face. I really struggle to run on my treadmill. I don't feel that I can run as long or enjoy it as much. With the winter months approaching, I was wondering what anyone else might do to stay motivated and focused on the…
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I could just CRY!!!!!
:sad: I have been working SO hard, I have built up my walking endurance to actually progress to running.............LOVE IT!!!!! It felt SO good to finally run. I started with small goals and slowly progressed (over many weeks) to actually run 8 miles on Monday. And then something happened to my knee! I don't know what but…
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my exercise calories
Hmmmmm? I have a hard time increasing my caloric intake by the amount that I have earned from exercise. Wouldn't it make more sense to try and stabilize my caloric intake to a certain amount rather than fluctuating on days that I get up and move??? I am proud of the calories that I burn with hard work and sweat, why would…
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Hi!
:happy: My walking Buddy told me about this website and it is just what I need to stay on top of my exercise routine and diet goals! It is so easy to use and nice to have support when I need it! Thank you!
