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Recommendations Needed: Purchasing Home Gym Equipment
Hello Everyone, I am moving in a few weeks into a much bigger place, which means that I am able to build a home gym for myself in the carpeted basement. I'd like to either get a squat or half rack, bench, barbell and plates to start with. I am on the hunt for good quality and relatively affordable items. I've been looking…
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What's a reasonable weight increase for 1RM?
At the moment, I'm working with a trainer. We began back in mid-October. We worked on form a lot for my deadlift and squats before adding any real weight. In November, my 1RM for deadlifts was 155lb. We stopped working on them for a while, b/c she was showing me other things like front squats, push presses, split jerks,…
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Is It Possible to Do Strong Curves Only 2x a Week?
Hi All, I've decided to start weight lifting, and I would like to do the Strong Curves program. But between my other fitness commitments and work schedule, I cannot always devote 3x's a week to the program. Tuesday's are my aerial days, Wednesdays are my pole days, and Sunday I devote to going to visit my grandparents.…
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Suspension Training?
Does anyone do suspension training? If so, do you have any advice on exercises or resources that I can read up on that includes exercise routines?
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Liquid Protein w/in 15 minutes of Weight Lifting Workout?
Is there any truth to having a liquid protein (protein shake, yogurt, milk) within 15 minutes of ending a lifting workout? Apparently, it has to be liquid b/c the body absorbs it better. I finally decided that I needed to start lifting heavy to supplement/improve my pole dancing, so I decided to join a gym and get a…
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Pole Installation Question (pics)
Hi Guys, I'm in the process of searching for a removable pole for my home. I want one that is both spin/static. However, I live in a condo, my options are very limited with space (especially since I don't live alone). I wanted a X-Pole X-Pert, but the space that it could go in my laundry room would not fit the top ceiling…
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Anyone Thinking of Switching from Garmin Vivofit to Fitbit Charge HR?
I'm just curious. I have the Vivofit, but Garmin has so many syncing issues, it drives me nuts sometimes. Anyone own a Charge HR and can give a quick review? I'm especially intrigued by the HR portion since it uses sensors on the wrist and not a strap. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
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Suspension Training Advice
Hi Everyone, Does any know of any good videos or websites that have a good suspension training workout (preferably free)? I've just recently started getting into it, and I really like it, but I only do 1 or 2 exercises, and I am thinking of investing in one, but I'd like some advice on how to move forward. I'd greatly…
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Hi Guys!
Hello Everyone, I hate going to the gym, but I do want to do weight training, so I've found a bodyweight training program and I am going to start tonight. I've done some small weight training with a resistance band and small dumbbells, but I want to get a little more serious with it, but I do not want to go to the gym. I…
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New to Jogging: 5k or 15k???
I am new to jogging. I started on 9/21/14 with jogging on my bosu ball (to help my body adjust to the impact). I did the same thing the next day, and got some pretty painful blisters. So I rested from jogging, invested in wicking socks and running shoes. On 9/27/14, I went outside and jogged around my neighborhood, and was…
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Do You Believe in "Superfoods?"
Just wondering. I was reading an article on the 13 Best Berries in the world (http://www.organicauthority.com/health/superfoods-best-berries-in-the-world.html), and they were throwing the word "super food" around. Now, I've heard of the word before, but never paid any attention to it. But this article made me a little…
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Another TDEE Question: When Should You Adjust TDEE?
Hi All, I've been following TDEE and I've lost 25 pounds, my question is: when should I adjust my TDEE to take my new weight into account? Stats: 26 y/o 5'1 135lbs I workout 6xs a week for 30-45 minutes (and some days are 2x for 30 minutes. It depends on what my program calls for - P90X3 doubles) Current calorie goal is:…
