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Best training program??
I'm looking to start a new program and would love some input! I have done Jamie Eason's 12 week Trainer with great success, and have been looking closely at Kris Gethin's 12 week HardCore Trainer as my next program...but I'm on the fence. I have about 20lbs to lose - however, im more concerned about inches and body fat %…
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Calories Burned Running Sprints
Does anyone know of an accurate website where I can calculate roughly how many calories I burned running sprints today? I haven't been wearing my heart rate monitor and would like to log it.. so just looking for something approximiate... when I put it in here it only says 221 cal.. seems quite low compared to what I have…
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How many carbs?
How many grams of carbs do you generally eat a day? Do you notice a difference if you lower your carb intake when it comes to weight loss? I generally try to stay under 100grams of carbs a day because I feel like I carry more weight the more breads and pastas I eat! I know most people will say "a calorie is a calorie. As…
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Treadmill & Working the Glutes
Just need some advice on what would be the best workout for the glutes on a treadmill? Highest incline, slow pace? Sprints? Mid incline fast pace?? I normally hit the stepper to work the booty, but I don't have access to one right now.. so the treadmill is what I have to work with. **And for those who are going to suggest…
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Work Out Ideas.. Time crunch
If you had 45 minutes to work out, what would you do? You have access to a treadmill, dumbbells, and bench. Your goal is to lose fat and lean out. GO! *Edited to take out part about gaining muscle. I realize you can not gain muscle mass when in a calorie deficit.
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Where to put iphone/ ipod??
I have always struggled with where to hold my iphone while working out. I use it to listen to music - so I would like to sort out a solution. While on the treadmill, I use the cup holder- that's not an issue- but it's more so when I am lifting weights and I have to try to stick it in the band of my pants while I lift, or…
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Female Training Progam
Hey there, I would love some suggestions on a training program to try? I would prefer a 12 week program, and it would be great if people have had personal success. I'm looking to lose about 15-20lbs, I'm naturally very athletic, and I am not afraid to lift heavy. In the past I have successfully completed Jamie Eason's Live…
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FitBit Calories Burned
Just a quick question- I have had my FitBit for about 8 months now and it says that on average I am burning about 2600 calories a day. If I understand correctly- this is my TDEE and my daily caloric burn combined. Does this number seem excessively high?? or does it sound about right? I just want to know so that I can…
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FITBIT- Calories burned?
Maybe someone can help me here, the following are my stats from the last two days using my FitBit . What I'm confused about is the calorie burn- both have very similar calorie burns even tho I took an extra 5000 steps today and I also had 45 "very active minutes" today compared to none yesterday. Can anyone explain this to…
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Running/Cross Trainer Shoes?!
I am looking to buy a new pair of shoes for the gym. I run about 20km a week, and weight train 5x a week. I currently am using the Mizuno Wave Riders- they are good but It's time to get a new pair so I thought I would switch it up. I have a high arch, wider feet, and I UNDER pronate. Any suggestions??! I like cute shoes :)…
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What would you do?
I'm would like to lose 15-20lbs. I have always been fairly fit but have let things slide a bit in the last few months. My question is- if you were in my shoes- and only had 1 hr in the morning to workout- would you be spending that hour weight training or would you focus on cardio? Or should I be doing both in that 1 hour?…
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Is this a good workout split?
Day 1- Legs Day 2- Chest & Tri's Day 3- Legs & Shoulders Day 4- Back & Bi's Day 5- Hot Yoga Day 6- Rest/Active Rest Day 7- Hot Yoga Just wondering if this split is ok? I have heard people say not to have chest and back day right after each other.. so that is why I put the leg day in there instead.. but with two leg days so…
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Which is the better Ab Exercise?
Weighted Russian Twists OR Exercise Ball Crunches?? I'm making a training program and only have room for one.. so. which one would you pick?
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Full Body workouts or Split?
I just had a question for the experts.. is it better to do full body weight training sessions or to split up the workouts between upper/lower body, or by muscle groups?? I have been lifting weights for years but yet it seems like every Fitness article I read is saying one is better than the other... would love some input,…
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My Weight Lifting Routine.. Thoughts?
I have completed a few weight training programs in the past- and have decided to try to come up with my own program. I would love some opinions on what I have set up for myself.. because while it may look good to me, I also could be missing something.. so please give me your opinions!! I plan to lift 4x a week, and will do…
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My list of Supplements.. need advice
I have lots of supplements that I have bought over the years and I still am confused over which ones are the most beneficial?? I used to take about 8 different supplements a day... overkill maybe? Either way, I know some supplements really aid in a person's progress so I would love some advice from people who have some…
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How long are you in the gym for??
I'm starting a new job that has me working long hours- and although I love the gym, I don't want to be In there for longer than I need to be after working a 12hr day. So my question is- how long are you usually at the gym for? Are you only weightlifting or is your cardio included In that amount of time? Has anyone noticed…
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Fitness & Health Do's & Dont's
I thought we could start a thread with tips of what has worked for people when it comes to motivation, or working out- but also a thread with tips on what not to do and what hasn't worked for people. I'm always interested to hear other peoples suggestions, so ya, let's get this rolling!
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Weight Training Program- small amount of weight to lose
I have done Jamie Eason's 12 week trainer before and had great results but I'm looking for a program that will help me build some more muscle while lowering my body fat/toning. I have about 12lbs to lose, and I would love to lower my body fat from 24% to around 20% . Anyone have a program that they can recommend or that…
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One day a week at the gym
I work a labour job (construction) for 14 hrs a day, 6 days a week- this doesn't leave me much time to do anything after work, besides cook dinner and get to bed. (I also commute 2hrs a day for work.) anyways- I love working out but with this schedule the only day I can go to the gym is on Sunday- my day off. Should I just…
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FitBit Leaderboards- Where do you stand??
I got a FitBit for Xmas and have just recently gone from 11th place on the leaderboards to 2nd!! Yay! I'm pretty happy about that- I walk anywhere from 17,000-25,000 a day. Low day is normally Sunday, rest day. How's everyone else doing out there? Have you gone up or down on the leaderboards? Are you walking more now that…
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Not losing the weight!
I started a new job where I do physical labour for 12-14 hrs a day, on my feet- walking about 18,000-25,000 steps a day.. A lot of the work I do has me breaking into a sweat.. Because it is so physically demanding. Any who, I have been eating healthy, counting calories, watching my sodium intake, drinking a ton of water…
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Fit Bit.
Just wondering if anyone else gets a bunch of random friend requests on fitbit? It seems strange to me, and none of the requests have a message attached-..they also all seem to be users who average like 30,000 steps a day
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Transformation Challenge
Is anyone out there signing up for the BodyBuilding.com Transformation contest this year??? http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/100k-challenge.html Top Prize gets you $50,000 There's an additional $1000 prize for 20 runner ups I figure it's a good motivator! :)
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FitBit Q- Calories Burned?
Maybe someone can help me here, the following are my stats from the last two days using my FitBit . What I'm confused about is the calorie burn- both have very similar calorie burns even tho I took an extra 5000 steps today and I also had 45 "very active minutes" today compared to none yesterday. Can anyone explain this to…
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New Job. New Training Program?
So I got a new job and I start tomorrow. It is a manual labour job where I will be outside working for 12+ hours a day, 6 days a week. I will be leaving home at 5:30am daily- back at 7pm at night.. So I would be going to the gym at around 8 until 9ish .. 5x a week. My question is.. If I was to start a new weight training…
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Opinions on this training program!!?
Here's what I have so far. Would like opinions on if this looks good/well rounded/ etc.. I know there are a bunch of knowledgeable people on this site.. so thanks in advance! DAY 1 LEGS/GLUTES/ABS SQUAT (WIDE) 3 X 15 SPLIT SQUAT 3 X 15 PLIE SQUAT 3 X 15 CALF RAISES 3 X 20 SINGLE LEG GLUTE BRIDGE 2 X 20 EXERCISE BALL CRUNCH…
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How many reps/sets??
I'm not new to lifting but I'm trying to build a program for myself to start in Jan. I have checked out lots of other reputable training programs but would still like some input. I'm looking to lose inches, and to gain muscle. I only have about 15lbs to lose, but I would like to lower my body fat. Should i be doing like…
