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So, I guess I hate weight lifting dvds
I have tried 30 Day Shred and Chalean Extreme and I just cannot get into them. I love cardio dvds - Turbofire is amazing and does amazing things to me. But, these weight DVDs I just cannot cannot get into. I was thinking of picking off a few P90X... I know I need to add some weights to my cardio but I just can't find the…
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Ok - its Friday night and I can feel my resolve weakening
I am starved... I am armed with 880 calories to use... I am thinking about chicken wings... what could I indulge in that wouldn't totally hurt me??? (Had a good workout this morning and burned 750 cals) my 880 leftover is net after working out.
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How does your exercise routine change once in maintenance mo
Once you make it and lose all the weight, how does the exercise change? Can you drop down to 3-4 days a week for cardio/resistance training and maintain the weight loss and fitness level? I am currently working out 6 days per week and honestly - I don't know if I WANT to keep that up forever. I do love to exercise, but 3-4…
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Exercise tips for folks in the "obese" categoy
I think we need a thread dedicated to folks in the "obese" category where we can discuss resistance training, cardio frequency, and any other issue that obese people may have. For example - I am not sure if I should be lifting heavy or light during my resistance training. Does the fact that I have probably 10 lbs of fat on…
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I cannot find the perfect time of day to workout. Frustrate
I don't know if I am asking for advice, or just whining - I suppose both. But I just cannot find a time of day to workout that makes me happy. I can't seem to get up early enough in the morning to get it out of the way before the morning rigamorol starts in my household (kids off to school, etc). When I first wake up, I am…
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Best time of day to take fiber supplement/drink?
Should you take a fiber supplement drink (such as metamucil or benefiber) before a meal? After a meal? Morning? Night? I dont' want it to mix with a meal and push that meal too quickly or anything like that. I was thinking I'd take it before bed since I have a nighttime eating problem anyways. I try to stop eating 2 - 3…
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Weighted gloves - which type should I buy?
I am currently trying a pair I got at Walmart - they are sorta floppy and awkward - is there anything special or a certain brand I should buy? They are only 1 lb per glove - is that a good weight? Thanks!
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Anyone who has lost, reached goal, and maintained?
I would like to hear from anyone who has successfully lost, reached goal, and maintained for over one year (one year of maintenance after loss). I am just feeling so discouraged these last couple weeks - I am losing faith in myself - I am scared that I won't be able to keep this up... the diet change and exercising - I'm…
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Is Chalean Extreme too hard for a person who is 65 lbs overw
... but in relatively good shape? I am struggling with adding resistance training to my workout - thought I'd start Chalean Extreme. Any thoughts out there? Also would like some reviews on the program.
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Thinking of upping my calories... should I?
I am on week 8 or so of my program (started Feb 1) and I have lost 17 lbs. I have been eating between 1300 and 1500 cals per day. When I update my goals on MFP with my new weight and 2 lbs loss per week (I choose 2 lbs per week because I am still obese and everything I have read says that obese people can do 2 l bs per…
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Advice for folks who have 50+ to lose?
I have been thoroughly enjoying this thread titled "lean folks trying to get leaner" http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/113609-relatively-light-people-trying-to-get-leaner And Stroutman81 is so knowledgeable and interesting to read - but, several times in the article he says that a lot of the advice doesn't apply to…
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I have so far to go... how do you stay in it?
I am feeling impatient with myself today. I went out and tried on clothes at a store and I am in between a size 14 and 16. I saw so many cute things in 10s and 12s and I realized how far I have to go, and the whole thing just frustrated me. UGH How do you get a second wind when you feel like the rest of your journey seems…
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Show me your weekly workout schedule
I am still trying to revamp my workout routine and schedule. I'd love to see how others are arranging their cardio and weight training so I can get ideas. Thanks!
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Questions about ideal workout shedule?
Well, I've been at it with my exercising and diet changes since Feb 1, and even though I am not even close to feeling "burnt out" yet, I am starting to wonder if I am exercising too often. I do a TurboFire dvd once per day (I was following her perscribed schedule, but recently decided to just do the ones I love) and I do…
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I'm so lost today... Not sure what to do for exercise.
I posted yesterday about possibly needing to stop doing Turbofire due to knee and joint pain. (I am about 70 lbs overweight) I am about 7 weeks into Chaleans TF schedule, but I am waking every day with more and more knee pain. Someone recommended 30 day shred. I ran out and got it, did it last night and it just feels too…
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30 day shred reviews/opinions wanted
30 day shred has caught my eye - is it high impact? How are the calorie burns on it? Is it suitable for someone who is having some knee trouble, but has good endurance? I am looking for a temporary replacement for Turbofire as I have found that to be too hard on my joints (esp knees). I thought maybe I"d do it for 30 days…
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Might have to give up Turbofire - sad - need support.
I think I am finding out that Turbofire is too much for my knees and back. At least right now at the ripe weight of 234. I am 7 weeks or so into the "program' so I am very sad to have to consider giving it up. UGH I am afraid I won't lose weight or shape up without it. I'll really miss the music, Chalene, and the moves…
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Should people take "recovery" time from exercise??
I workout with hard cardio (TurboFire) 6 days per week. I have been waking lately with very sore knees and tired feeling hamstrings/quads. I wonder, would it be beneficial to take a week off and rest everything every once in awhile?
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Eating and exercise tips for FAT LOSS - advice needed
How do you reduce body fat? I am so tired of looking at these thick layers of fat on my body. Do I need major cardio? More weights? What types of food should I eat/avoid? Should I reduce all fat in my diet? How do I get rid of fat. It has to be more than just calorie deficit.
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Any Catholics fasting for Lent today?
I am interested in talking to you my fellow Catholics who are fasting today for Lent.
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Join me for a "no scale" challenge - anyone up for it?
I am SICK AND TIRED of getting on that scale and then hating myself for no reason. I don't get it - why it won't move. I've never worked so hard for a measley 8 lbs in my life. (And I'm about 80 lbs overweight, so I feel like I should be enjoying my fast beginners weight - but nope - never happened for me.) So, if anyone…
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Looking for others who have started at 250ish and trying to
I would love to meet up with other women who started in the 250s and are trying to get to the 150-160 ranges. How many calories are you eating? Has that changed as you've lost weight? What kinds of foods are you avoiding, and what kinds of foods are staples? Do you exercise, and if so, how often, how much? If you've been…
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Is my heart rate where it should be?
With the calculation 220 - age, my maximum HR is 182. When I work out (Turbo Fire) I hover in the 160's usually, once in awhile I get up to 171, 172 - but RARELY. And if I get that high, I always chill out a little until I am back in the 160s. How do I figure what percentage of my max I am working at? My algebra skills are…
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Activia - like it, hate it? Is it a "healthy" choice?
I am having constipation issues and have been experimenting with Activia - I started with the "light" version, and because of the artificial sweeteners, I am taking on more calories so I can eat the regular version. Is Activia a healthy choice? Is it a "clean" choice? (if not the "light" version?)
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Prune juice as a pre workout drink?
I need some form of carbs for my morning workouts, and I've been having constipation issues, so I thought the prune juice might help both situations. Thoughts?
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question for fellow drinkers...
I am a beer drinker - have been for many many years. But, now that I am really trying to get in better shape and lose weight, I am thinking of venturing into vodka when we indulge to save on calories and bloat. I don't mean to sound like an alcoholic, but, I know how may beers I can have to feel good and not lose control…
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Does eating/drinking before workout slow the fat loss?
I am prediabetic and just a carb-sensitive person in general. I am working at losing 80 lbs, and want to lose as much fat as possible. However, when I workout in the morning, I get so tired and depleted feeling, I wonder if it would be ok if I had 1/2 banana beforehand - would that be too sugary? I don't want to workout…
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I am going to applebees for dinner... advice/support needed
I will definitely take a look at their 550 menu - and I threw in an extra workout today (burned 465 cals) just so I could have an appetizer, too. Any ideas on what to enjoy and what to avoid?? I am doing so well - I don't want to blow it. :/
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Curious - in your first 6 weeks of your diet, how much weigh
In your first 6 weeks of your eating/exercise plan, how much weight did you lose? I am talking more to the folks who have a large weight loss goal - 50+ lbs. Thanks! Edit due to title being cut short and nonsensical. :O)
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I need more "volume" in my food... low cal, high volume?
I think I am eating too many calorie dense foods - because I feel like I am just not eating enough, yet, the calories are there. What are some of your high volume, low calorie foods or recipes?
