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Boot Camp circuit - calories burned
I just did my first Boot Camp circuit at our local Y. It's advertised as "dynamic and intense circuit workout that incorporates cardio sprints, whole body toning, strength, power, balance and core conditioning". The circuit is 60-65 minutes followed by 15-20 minutes stretching. I thought I was in pretty good shape (working…
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Vegetarian Fried Rice - with "Chicken" (or "Beef") and Brocc
This has been my favourite meal for the last few weeks. About 200 cal/serving. Hope you enjoy it too! Ingredients: 1 cup chopped fresh broccoli 1 small can of peas 1 1/2 cup of brown rice (makes 3 cups prepared) 2 MorningStar Farms bacon strips 1 bag of MorningStar Farms Chicken or Beaf Strips meal starter 3 tbsp Soy Sauce…
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The "truth" about foods and diets ...
HEALTH QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION Q: I've heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life; is this true? A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that's it... Don't waste them on exercise . Everything wears out eventually. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that's like saying you can extend…
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Newbie from NJ here.
OK, here goes. I just started this week, a friend at work introduced me to this site. I've been trying to lose about 15 pounds for the last few years, and my weight yo-yo's pretty much between 185 and 200. Beginning of Jan I was 200lbs, lost 5 in no-time. I've been stuck on 195 ever since. I did write down what I ate, and…
