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30 Day Shred: Natalie is a slacker!
So anyone who is familiar with 30DS knows that Anita does the easier, modified versions of the exercises while Natalie is supposed to be doing the advanced version. On Level One, while Jillian is discussing lunges with Anita, Natalie is not doing the lunge only the bicep curls for two sets! And Jillian said her girls don't…
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Breakfasts/snacks that travel well?
So I'm going to Disneyland this weekend for the Disneyland Half Marathon weekend, and I'm trying to minimize the amount of money I spend on food this weekend while also keeping it nutritional. What foods pack well in suitcases/don't need refrigeration to keep for 3-4 days? I'm thinking of packing some english muffins,…
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Pain back of knee from running (not behind kneecap)
So last week I started noticing a dull pain behind my right knee when running. It's not behind the kneecap and doesn't match the symptoms of runner's knee. It feels sort of like I pulled a muscle or tendon, but I'm curious if anyone else has experienced this? I've tried googling the problem, and haven't found much…
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What are good jean brands for curvy/hippy girls?
So as part of a treat to myself for finishing Insanity at the end of this month, I want to buy myself a new pair of skinny jeans. The only skinny jean I own is from Old Navy, and they are tight around my calves. I love Maurice's jeans, but my favorite cut only comes in bootcut... I'm sitting around a size 8 in my waist,…
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Which workout is your favorite?
So I'm in the middle of the recovery week right now and the repetition gives me time to think about which workouts from Insanity I've liked so far... I actually think Pure Cardio is my favorite so far. I'm always exhausted after, but I loved that it wasn't circuit training. Once you do the minute of the exercise, you don't…
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Best Sports Bra?
I need to invest in a better sports bra... the one I currently have is not fitting me correctly (It fit me when I was a size C three years ago.. after gaining weight and then losing it again I went from a 36C to a 38D to now a 36D/34DD) So ladies, what bra do you recommend?
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Anyone else restarting C25k?
Hello! I just recently restarted the C25k program (completed Week 2 Day 1 today) and I was wondering if there is anyone else starting over like me? If so - please add! If not - I would love advice on how to stick to the program. I almost always get to week 5 and then I quit...
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Restarting Insanity tomorrow.. anyone else just start?
Hi everyone, I bought Insanity a few months ago and it kicked my butt in three days. I gave up when the semester got stressful, but I have two months almost EXACTLY before a family vacation to Disneyworld. I want to be 10 pounds lighter (or at least a pant size smaller) when I go. I really need some people to do the…
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DAY 9
Usually amlygo has posted the topic by now... so I thought I would help her out. Day 9 is Level 2 of 30 Day Shred... anyone else struggle with the vicious planks?
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Anyone else use Runtastic?
I am looking for some other people who use Runtastic! I would love to build a community on there (or here on MFP) of people who are trying to get back into running or are frequent runners who are working on distance.
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NSV: Huge difference in my face from a year ago
I was pretty bummed that I gained weight after this week of baked goods and sweets... but I looked at an old picture of myself from a year ago to one I took last week and there is a huge difference! It goes to show you what 31 pounds can do :)
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Training for a Half-Marathon in six months?
I really want something to focus my weight loss again and Denver annually hosts the Colfax marathon. They have so many different races to participate in (5k, 10k, half, marathon, relays) and I want to train for it. Is it feasible to train for a half-marathon in six months without a whole lot of running experience? Or…
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Healthy lunch recipes that don't need heating up?
I am a college student who really needs some help =) I don't want to eat just sandwiches for lunch everyday, and lunchables are only good every so often O.o so I was hoping people had some suggestions on what I can pack? Preferably some stuff that is better cold rather than heated up! I don't really have access to a…
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Any other college students out there?
Hey =] I am a college freshman who is worried about counting calories and having the time to work out once school starts back up next week. Any success stories? Or people like me out there trying to make a dining plan work?
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JM's Ripped in 30- How many days on each level?
I completed 30DS in June and I started Ripped in 30 on July 1st. So far I have done the workout Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday... I am going to do it today after work and tomorrow morning. That will be five days this week. I know Jillian suggests to do the workout 5-6 times a week.. so I took those "rest" days by doing…
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Success with 30 Day Shred! w/pics and measurements!
This is the first time I am posting pictures. I did the 30 Day Shred for 29 straight days (I fell asleep yesterday so I didn't do it on day 30! SOOOO mad at myself!). I did the last day today so I completed the shred in 31 days haha The pictures speak for themselves.. I am quite happy. I am moving to Ripped in 30- going to…
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How will you reward yourself?
We are all trying to lose weight for one reason or another... but how are you going to reward yourself once you get to your goal weight? I want to buy a form fitted little black dress =) One that is going to show off my hot bod ;) haha that and I am going to get a professional suit-piece set
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Thoughts and prayers for people in Colorado! D;
I live in Colorado and the beautiful state is burning down. There are evacuations all over the state, hundreds of homes have been burned down, and at least one known fatality =( If anyone else is affected by any of the fires, you and your families are in my thoughts! <3
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What is the hardest part of dieting?
Between the nutrition or the workouts, which do you think is the hardest? Personally I think it is harder to not overeat, but I do struggle with the motivation to go to the gym too. I feel like dieting is 75% food and only 25% exercise and its kicking me in the butt sometimes. Especially when its TOM and the cravings set…
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NSV: Halfway through 30DS
I was reading all these great posts about inches people were losing on 30DS and I got impatient xD Soooo I took measurements on Day 15 and I am happy to report that I have lost 5 inches already =) FIVE INCHES! I am so excited =D and two of those came just from my waist! Hope the numbers keep dropping as I finish the…
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Exercise tip from Jillian Michaels! Are you following it?
"A little fitness tip for that Sunday workout I know you won't phone in ;) In order to shed fat you have to burn calories and the best way to do that is get your heart rate up when training. Try to workout at 85% of your Maximum Heart Rate. You can figure out your maximum heart rate by subtracting your age from 220. For…
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Help! Worried about building neck muscles during ab workouts
Hello =) I am currently doing 30 Day Shred, and during some of the ab exercises I feel strain in the back of my neck. I am trying very hard to only use my abs, but is there anything besides practice that will help me eliminate neck involvement? Also, I already have a pretty stocky neck.. is there a way to slim it down?…
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Yoplait Two Week Tune-up?
Has anyone tried to yoplait two week tune-up? I see it on my yogurt all the time and I was wondering if anyone here actually had success with the program? Its only two weeks.. So is it worth a shot?
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Looking for more support!!
Hey, my name is Nicci. I am a college freshman and I am bouncing between 14-15 pounds lost since January. I am currently facing finals week, and after a terribly stressful/unhealthy/sick April, I am trying to get myself back on track!! I currently weigh in at 170.6.. and I have fortunately maintained that in the past…
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Heart Rate Monitor: Buying at ****'s Sporting Goods
So I asked my mom to get me my birthday present early and I asked for a heart rate monitor. She is taking me to D's Sporting Goods today to get one, and I was looking for some advice?? Which one is best? =) But not too expensive either D; and which ones to avoid like the plague lol
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Time of Day You Exercise??
I am curious about what time people typically exercise during the day =) I like mid-morning (9/10 o'clock) but the shows on the televisions at the gym during the time are awful XD haha What time do you work out normally? And why? =]
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How often do you weigh in?
How often do you weigh in? Or take measurements? I have not taken measurements yet so I feel bad that I don't have a starting point for my body, but I am going to measure myself this Saturday before I head back to school. I also like to weigh myself weekly on Saturdays so that I can hold myself accountable. What about you…
