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Videos vs. gym vs. outdoors - Need some direction
I can't decide what to do. First I thought the gym would be the best option. It's right in our building, it's free. Seemed like the ideal choice. I picked a weight training program online and realized really quickly that the gym didn't have half the equipment needed, or it was so busy all the time you couldn't really…
Noob!
I am starting StrongLifts tonight. I wanted a program that challenges myself and builds muscle. I'm going to browse around the posts to see if I can have any of my pending questions about the program answered first, and if not, I'll be sure to ask! L.
Approaching negativity
A bit of a follow up to a previous post. I think I've found a solution. Offering a solution or my two cents never seems to help. Sometimes it just fuels the fire, giving the negative person even more to be negative about! Case in point - Friend who just can't seem to catch a break no matter what (sigh). Those last 10 lb…
It's been one of those days!
People are generally driving me bananas. I sometimes wonder what goes through the mind of a person, and what causes them to do what they do. For example, man at gym. Waves his arms furiously in front of me (while I'm mid-set of course) to simply ask if he can change the channel on the tv. Proceeds to do so (flipping…
Quads = sore
So my quads ache from my first go at StrongLifts on Monday. I don't know if I should be working them again tonight. Having said that, I know it's important to follow the program to a tee, but I just feel as though I will not be 100% effective doing squats again tonight. Thoughts?
Lack of Barbells
Hi, Last night I started StrongLifts. I was fine using the 40 lb barbell for everything, but noticed the next size up is 60 lb. I could use dumbells, right?
Dehydration?
I noted in another post that I have been waking up feeling nauseous on quite a few occasions. I'm officially on my third water bottle (I've had 1.5 L thus far) and a cup of green tea and have not been to the washroom. I'm thinking to myself, what could possibly be causing this? Then I realized it. I take baths every night…
Other People's Stress
It bothers me, and it should not. How do you just let other people's problems (especially if they are family members, good friends, spouses, etc) not affect you? I mean at some point yes, you want to help. But when it's just the same thing over and over and over again....when do you just not let it affect you any longer?…
Waking up Nauseous
I'm not entirely sure where this post would fit, but I've been having this problem for awhile now. I am 100% not pregnant. Usually every single morning (or even in the middle of the night), I'm waking up feeling nauseous. Could it be that I'm eating too close to bedtime? It has never bothered me until now. I have been…
Prefer working out alone?
Anyone else like this? I tried going to the gym with my boyfriend, and to be brutally honest, I don't like it. Nothing against him, but I really enjoy working out alone. Maybe that's why I never really liked group classes...
Caring what others think vs. doing what feels needs to be done
I had an epiphany last night which really hit home with me. I truly feel I need to make changes in my life. Not to sound like a broken record here, but I do need to make major changes in my overall health (diet, fitness, general health) as well as other areas (career, taking more chances, working on my self-image, etc).…
Outdoor runners
Hey all, I've ran both indoors and outdoors, and for obvious reasons, I find outdoor running a lot more challenging. I think for starters, it's more difficult to control your pace, well at least it is for me. When I'm on the treadmill, I set it at 5.6 or whatever, and know that's my steady pace. Outdoors, I feel like I…
And my pants are too tight
I knew I gained weight, but this really sucks. Pants that were a bit on the "loose" side three months ago are now snug. This leads me to a couple of conclusions. The first one is, I've gained weight, I need to make smarter choices, and I need to keep working out. The second conclusion is that I really need to stop wearing…
When to take a break
So this really isn't anything to be super proud of, but I've exercised the last two days. Yes, I'm out of shape. Today, I am sore (did legs last night). Should I take a break today, then go back Thursday/Friday, or plow through it today?
Rolled rib eye steak recipes
I've got a bunch of rolled up, thinly sliced rib eye steak. The only thing that really comes to mind is a stir fry. Anyone have other ideas for this ? Thanks!
Giving up gluten - I'm not fully convinced
I gave up gluten awhile ago and religiously stayed away from every form of it. I lost about 5 lb in the process, which I was kind of/sort of happy with. I gave it up because I was relating some of my symptoms to a gluten intolerance. The thing is.....I'm not convinced gluten/wheat was the culprit. I can fully appreciate…
My recent stages of denial
Stage 1 (occurred about two months ago): "Oh the scale says that because it's 'that time of the month'. No worries. Stage 2 (occurred about a month ago): "Hmm, pants are kind of tight. I guess they were dried on too high of a setting" Stage 3/4: "Oh I ate too much bread/I'm retaining water". Stage 5: "Oh I can't work out…
Starting C25K and weight training
I've started (and stopped) this program about 10 times now. At one point I almost made it to a full 5K. However, I'm going to be starting this again tonight. I'm going to supplement this program with weightlifting. I'm familiar enough with the ins and outs of weight training, but I'm wondering if I should be focusing on a…
Life Makeover
Hey everyone, I've been here for awhile, but am finding it really difficult to get the motivation to do what needs to be done. I know this is my fault and I'm lazy. All blame lies on my shoulders. However, enough is enough and I need to do this once and for all. I would love to have some more friends for support. Not only…
Sinking into the comfort zone
Literal translation: I'm getting way too lazy. Things are picking up pretty quickly for me. I'm getting busy at work (which is awesome) but I'm finding it hard to balance everything else. That means I'm not really making any changes or effort to be less lazy. I've decided the only thing that is going to work for me is…
It's not about weight loss, it's about life
I decided to post this under "Getting Started" because I had one of those epiphany moments that has basically started a new attitude within me. Making a decision to be healthier doesn't just involve making better food choices and getting dome decent exercise. So much more is affected, as I'm learning. By making a decision…
Decrease in stress, decrease in joy
Odd title, I know. For the last three years (give or take) I've been dealing with tons of stress. It either came in the form of work stress or family stress. For three years I was the one who put on the brave face and acted as the support system. Keep on plowing through, I thought. There's a light at the end of the tunnel.…
Tired all the time
Hi fellow MFP'ers. I'm not sure where to post this, so I'm going to try here. If it's in the wrong spot I apologize. Anyway, I'm sitting here at my desk, just had lunch, and I'm ready to doze off. I've been trying to pinpoint some of the problems that may be leading to this. One of them, I think, is eating too close to…
"I'm lucky I can eat/drink whatever I want!"
.....those were my EXACT words not too long ago. Well, needless to say, that bit me in the *kitten* and also managed to deposit a bit of fat there in the process. I am now somewhat ashamed at myself for living the lifestyle I have for the last few years. I thought I could get away with drinking a couple beers every night,…
Bloating from wheat?
Hi, I'm wondering if any one else out there has experienced bloating from wheat. I don't cut carbs, but I had cut wheat out of my diet for quite a while. The reason I did this was to see if it helped with a slew of other problems I was experiencing. I re-introduced it last week, and I am extremely uncomfortable with this…
Looking for fellow non-dieters
Hey all, I don't diet, but I do pay close attention to how certain foods make me feel, and what my body is telling me to eat. For years I was the poster child for yo-yo dieting, and attempting the latest and greatest fad diet. If anyone out there does the same, feel free to add me!
Newbie
Hi everyone! I'm joining this site because I've reached a point in my life where I'm unhappy with the way I look and feel now, and also realize that I sit on my rear end all day at a desk job. I used to be in the same position years ago in my early 20's, but managed to keep up the motivation to eat healthy and exercise…