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Been here, done that....need to do it again...
A few years ago I was a die hard MFP a addict. Life circumstances have derailed my fitness and I'm looking for some support and motivation to get back at it! I'm an avid hiker, love weight lifting and enjoy anything outdoor fitness related. Add me if you'd like!
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Abdominal Strength - Ladies with multiple C-Sections?
In my weight loss and getting fit journey, I have disovered things about my body that I really wasn't aware of. One of those things is the loss of lower abdominal strength since the birth of my children. I had 2 c-sections, the last being 5 years ago. Before that I had very good lower abdominal strength - but I have…
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Plagued with Minor Injuries...am I the only one??
I'm growing more and more frustrated here..and hoping to get some feedback. I work out....hard, at least 6 days a week. I have been going at it hard for over a year - and prior to that - working out regularly 5 days a week, just a little less "hard". My workouts consist of strength training, cardio and/or circuit training.…
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Need Running Pointers....
Hi all, I have always dabbled in running - just using it as an occasional cardio workout. Recently I have taken it more seriously and have been building up distance (running now between 3 and 4 miles, 5 or 6 days a week). I have a few questions for those seasoned runners out there to improve my performance. I'm physically…
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Any women doing a Spartan Workout?
I'm going to be starting a spartan workout 2-3x a week on my "off" lifting days. Wondering if any other women have done one and what sort of success you have seen/not seen?
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Stalled Weight Loss with Blood Pressure Meds?
Hi all, I'm curious if anyone else has had similar issues. I have been working steadily for the past few years on improving my health through diet and exercise. I have made huge strides in my fitness and overall health. I was put on blood pressure medication (Hydrochlorothiazide) in October of 2011 after monitoring my…
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How to increase running speed?
I need a good concrete way to increase my running speed. I have always been a very slow runner - and need to improve my time. Any thoughts?
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Insanity Calendar Question!
So, I'm on day 6 of Insanity. Loving it so far! I see on the calendar there are days marked "cardio circuit" which doesn't have a DVD that corosponds. Am I missing something here?
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Whey Protien and other suppliments?
Hi all, In my journey for weight loss and fitness I have been working very hard at clean eating and exercise. I have lately been considering adding suppliments to my plan as well - but have no idea where to start - or if that is even helpful/necessary. Any thoughts on the subject?
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Cheat Day - what are everyones thoughts?
I'm new to MFP - so I'm sure this topic has come up in the past. Wondering what everyone's opinions and experiences are with "cheat days" or "cheat meals" once a week? I'm torn.
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My intro...
I'm very excited about the tools on this site! I'm a mom of 2 kids (5yo and 7yo), work full time and have 5 dogs. I have lost 45lbs in the past two years and have been religious about going to the gym...however, I'm not where I want to be with my weight and seem to be unable to motivate myself to really take the next step.…
