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Should I up my cardio vs stregnth?
I started my workout routine 5 weeks back. I have taken rest days 1/week and on 2 occassions 2/week. I have lost 2kg (4.4lbs), but due to water retention or for god knows what reason, I mostly see my starting weight on the scale. I did not take my starting measurements, but my clothes are lose or fit well. So, I know there…
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Nightmares, venting
I have had nightmares since as long as I can remember. I wake up panting and upset. The problem is when I can still feel the effect in the morning. Like today, I woke up with a soul splitting feeling of guilt. Not only do nightmares disturb my sleep but also my mood the next day. I am a reactive person most of the time.…
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1 week of sweating
I started gym last week. I do treadmill and cycling for 40 minutes and 40 min strength + 20 mins cardio on alternate days. I haven't lost even 1 ounce!! I am under my calorie goal everyday. I save about 400 through diet control and burn about 300-400 through exercise. Is it too early? I am getting demotivated :(
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knee pain at 30!
My knee hurts while lunging, cycling, climbing stairs. I am a 30-year-old female, 176 lbs at 5'5. Could anyone help me with the kind of exercises I should avoid. I think I bust my knee when I climbed 5 floors for the first time :-/ a month back. I have been on and off the gym. Did leg press, etc., last time.