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Walkers/Runners, what do you use to hold your stuff?
(While walking/running outside) I always like to have my cell and pepper spray just in case. A fanny pack seems like the best thing..but..its a fanny pack! I have small satchel that can cross over my body but it kinda flops around too much.
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How to prevent saggy breasts when losing weight?
I lost almost 40lbs in the past from nutrisystem and minimal exercise. I went down from a 36C to a 36B. I am still young, 23..but when I lost all that weight my boobs seemed saggier and I could see the old stretch mark indentations(back from when I went through puberty I guess) deeper. Well I have gained the 40lbs back and…
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I don't know how to use the machines at the gym...
I started going back to the gym recently. I mainly do cardio using the elliptical, treadmill or stair stepper. I don't know how to use the bikes. I want to make sure I am positioning the seat right etc..and I don't want to look dumb lol. I also want to start doing strength training. I have no clue how to use some of the…
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How to eat healthy when you dont have time to cook??
I work full time and have also started part time school this year. I was doing great and losing..until September when Istarted school. I have no time to work out, no time to cook anything healthy. I've already gained like 15 lbs :( I cannot undo my hard work any more! I usually end up eating frozen dinners/ramen/fast food…
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i need someone to hold me accountable!
i am tired of failing! i feel like just signing up for jenny craig or something just so i know i will have to check in with them.
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Does anyone know of a good vegetarian weightloss diet plan?
i just need something to kickstart my weightloss, some examples, some structure. I am so tired of losing and gaining it back :( i should add that i do i eat fish/seafood/dairy/eggs. i would eventually like to eliminate those, but i am taking it one step at a time.
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Pescetarians, do you need to take any supplements?
Hello, I am very new to not eating red meat, pork, poultry. I was debating if Ishould be a full vegetarian, but Iam kind of worried about a b12 deficiency. I also love seafood..so I feel a vegetarian diet supplemented with seafood would best suit me. So I should be getting enough b12 from eating seafood right? I don't know…
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I lost 9lbs in 2 days since being vegetarian!
A couple days ago I watched the documentary "VEGUCATED' on netflix. I felt really bad for the animals so i tried to be vegetarian for a day just to see if I could do it. Well today is the morning of day 3. I am down 9lbs!! I checked on 2 different scales because Icouldnt believe it. I didn't eat entirely veggies these past…
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Gift ideas for body builders??
I need to get my BF some gifts for our 5 year anniversary, he is into weight lifting so any ideas?!
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Scared to do negative chin ups since reading about rhabdo
Link here, she was doing negative chin ups and got rhabdo http://fitfeat.com/blog/2011/06/03/rhabdomyolysis-if-you-exercise-read-this/ I am not at that stage yet(still on stage 1), but reading this has kinda got me scared..
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New to weight room, what is the general etiquette??
I will be starting NROLFW soon. I go to a busy gym so there's always people on the squat rack, benches etc. If I need it, am I supposed to wait by the machine til they are done or what? Or go do something else in the mean time? When I finish a set that requires 60 sec rest, should I stay on the machine or let someone jump…
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New Rules of Lifting in shopping cart, but i am nervous
So..its in my walmart shopping cart along with a vacuum hah. I am having second thoughts, like will I actually be able to do this?! I am nervous about the increased calorie intake since I still have about 30 more lbs to lose. I don't have a gym buddy willing to go in the weight room with me. Its very intimidating for me,…
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When to drink protein shake?
Hello, I am patiently waiting for my Trutein Cinnabun to arrive...I was thinking of drinking it for breakfast but I usually don't workout until after work in the evening. Is this okay to do? I know a lot of people like to drink it before or after working out. I am not sure I will have enough calories left to drink it at…
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Most challenging dvd?
I already have 5 mile fat burning walk with boosts, I was looking to add another to my collection :)
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Just want to be sure i am wetting the right part Polarft4
I bought some electrode gel and have been putting on the silver mesh part of the strap. This is correct right?? Or is it supposed to be on the smooth black part?
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Still losing weight, what size to order bridesmaids dress in
The wedding will be in September. I ideally would like to be at 135 by then, but honestly I'd be okay at 150, then just try to continue losing. Right now I am at 175..I can fit into a 14..but we have to order our ddresses soon. I am thinking or ordering a 12, then just get it taken in before the wedding to whatever size I…
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So many different calories for a salmon fillet??
I am trying to add my 6oz salmon fillet to my diary but the calories range from 90 to 200 calories for a fillet! I don't remember what kind of salmon I bought unfortunately..
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Got lost during my first class today
I decided to try out 24. S.e.t. at my gym today well the instructor said its now actually called Core Central..anyway..it was a lot of fun and I enjoyed the simple step moves. I thought I was doing well considering I have never actually used a step before. Then came the combination steps :( I could not for the life of me…
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Need gift ideas for a weight lifter
I am thinking of getting him some gloves, what's a good brand? He has plenty of Myoplex, so that's out..I am stumped. SO is so hard to shop for.
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How often/how much to weight train if I still have fat to lo
I am still far from my weight goal, but I hear its good to weight train while losing. I have mostly been doing cardio so far. I decided to take a Les Mills Body Pump class last week and also lift heavier weights in the weight room. I gained 2 or 3lbs!! It went back down now though. It just scared me for a moment. Anyway,…
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Sore throat cure
I know many people are getting sick this time of season, so I wanted to share a sore throat remedy that is amazing for my sore throat! I have been gargling salt water and taking aleve for the pain. But today I tried something else. I kinda mixed some cures I found online and my throat feels soo much better. Hot water, I…
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How important is it to add a protein supplement to my diet?
I am mostly just working on dropping the pounds right now. I would like to start more strength training eventually. So do I need more protein to preserve muscle or something?
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Need help choosing! To buy a HRM or running shoes?
I am budgeting myself to one...I really want the Polar Ft7, I can buy it now for $78 shipped. But I also really want some fitted running shoes. I've found that running helps me to lose weight quickly..more so than elliptical/aerobics like Leslie Sansone's dvds. I guess running just really gets my HR pumpin! Anyway, I…
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I feel myself slipping..
I am starting to dread exercising daily...and I keep going over my calories :( I used to be so amped about my daily workout and seeing the scale drop weekly. I haven't lost any weight for like 2 weeks..I think I am just getting discouraged. I really don't want too stop at 16lbs lost. I just feel too tired/lazy to exercise…
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Cactus juice for weight loss?
Does anyone else here drink juiced cactus on a regular basis? I usually order the cactus special from a juice place. It has cactus, parsley, spinach, orange, pineapple and papaya. I also usually add lemon or beets. I figured it was a good way to get fruits and veggies in. I've heard that cactus has great health…
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Thinking about paying a visit to Whole Foods
Any must haves? Hopefully I wont be broke afterwards lol My dad works there so I will get some discount. One of the best things ever that my dad brings home: smoked chillean seabass. OMG. but the price -___-
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Any particular type of exercise to lower blood pressure?
I am just wondering of one kind is better than another( cardio, strenght, pilates , yoga, running, etc).
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How do you find time to spend with loved ones?
I work 10hr days..so I get home at 6. Workout for atleast and hour and then eat dinner. By the time I am ready to see SO its like 930 and he is sleeping(he works graveyard)! I try to work out 6 days a week..so during the week, Mon-Thu I barely see him. So I had to cut my workout to only 30mins today bc he was complaining…
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Posterior Shin Splints
I jogged outdoors for the first time in years yesterday. I did about 50/50 walking jogging(with my pup) for almost 3 miles. Well later that day the inner part of my calves were tender. It felt sooo good running and my heart rate went way up. I really really want to run today, especially before my friend's bday weekend…
