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RUNNERS what stretches do I need to do to avoid shin splints
Ok guys, here's the deal. I've never been a runner like EVER. LOL But I did try it out over the summer...I think I was actually starting to like it. I was so proud of myself. I had a nice little routine going and everything. BUT THEN...I got shin splints! They hurt so bad and halted my working out all together because I…
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How can I use a jogging trampoline to lose weight?
How often and how long should I use it to lose weight? How good (effective) is it compared to like running, biking, aerobics, etc.?
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BE HONEST! How does this look?
This is for a Christmas party with very classy 40something year olds. Is this classy enough? Should I choose something else due to classiness or just cause my body's not quite right for this outfit yet? I can't help but think I look really wide in it, and I'm second guessing myself. Please be HONEST so I don't look…
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MOMMAS: How did you tighten up your baby belly? Got pics???
Ok, so I was looking at my stomach in the mirror this morning. For the FIRST time in a long time I felt as if my stomach is actually getting a little smaller. As I was looking, I was critiquing myself OF COURSE! So, I know I need to burn some more fat, and I know I need to build up some muscle, BUT I'm wondering if my skin…
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MOMMAS: How did you tighten up your baby belly? Got pics???
Deleted because there's a similar question. lol
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How bad is it to snack/graze on cereal all work day?
Is this absolutely TERRIBLE? Like lucky charms or multi-grain cheerios or life or something like that.
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Am I the only one...
that thinks this would be soooooooooooo much easier if I just didn't have tastebuds! Ugh! I love food too much! Grrr! I have to admit I am one of those people that lives to eat, not the other way around like it should be. Sigh. Food just tastes sooooo GOOD! GRRR!! I hate food. lol No, I just need to get a grip. I'm…
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Tell me about diet soda please
I am absolutely ADDICTED to the carbinated fiz feeling. Anyway...I KNOW soda is bad for you, I get it, BUT I wanna know what is the difference between regular and diet soda? Does DIET actually make it possible to sip some and still lose weight? I know I shouldn't drink it at ALL, BUT I guess I just wanna know if...If I'm…
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BE HONEST! How does this look?
Tell me how to post pics first though...LoL
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Ok guys...I just want to say I have GOT to get under 150 thi
Ugh! I've been lingering in the 150s for a little while now. I keep slipping up. Ugh! I jump on the scale and it'll be soooo close like 150/151 but I'm just dying to get into the 140s! I don't mind lingering in the 140s for a month or so then drop some more. But man, I wanna be in the 140s already! Grrr! I feel like I'm…
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So, it's almost 9pm and I haven't had dinner! EEK!
What in the world should I eat? I wanna eat everything I see! LOL I earned an extra 600+ cals today from exercise, so I have about 700+ left, but is it rEEally ok to eat that much at NIGHT just before bedtime?!!! What would you do/eat?
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Better to Run or Elliptical?
To shed fat and build muscle? Which shows results faster? How long is best?
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Need ideas of what to wear to a Christmas party! Help!!
It's casual to semi-dressy casual. Almost like classy club maybe...some ppl in jeans and a nice top...not sure about the girls. Anyway, I still need to lose tons of weight...so I'm still wanting to hide under my clothes, but I still want to dress classy and SEXY. I'm 5' weighing in around 150-155. I'm a pear. I don't wanna…
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Vent: Feeling discouraged...Need to get out of this slump.
I was so proud of myself, was doing fairly ok. Then this weekend, it all went down the toilet! UGH! Why is this sooooo hard? I'm doubting myself and I'm feeling sooo impatient because HONESTLY...my weight and poor self image and low self-esteem is getting in the way of other areas of my life, and it just makes me want to…
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Well, I've officially jumped on the 30DS wagon...WISH ME LUC
I'm on Day 3 of Level 1. I'm excited cause it's actually doable. I bought it a while back and was intimidated and didn't even do a whole workout. LOL But, I did it the other day, and I could actually do it! I am a little sore even without using the weights. I wanted to ask if you have any tips or advice.
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I'm getting thinner but squishy...help!
Hey guys, I am FINALLY starting to lose a little weight! AWESOME! BUT...I carry most of my weight in my lower body. I figure doing strength training is what I need, but what should I be doing? I'm glad that I'm losing weight and all, but I do NOT want to be squishy. lol When I was fatter, I was tighter. Weird. My butt was…
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What do YOU eat on days when ou feel like bottomless pit?
Some days I do sooo well because my hunger is normal...It's all good. BUT THEN I have days when I just feel soooooo HUNGRY and it's like NOTHING satisfies me. How do YOU deal with those days?
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Better to workout straight through or Ok to break it up?
I'm still new to the working out thing meaning my fitness level isn't the best...sooooo I tend to workout say on the elliptical or bike or something for 10 mins at a time then either go back to the same machine or if I'm exhausted I switch to a different machine or get a drink or something...Basically giving myself a mini…
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To All of You!
It's amazing how sometimes we don't realize just how we look (good or bad) until we see a picture of ourselves. This goes both ways on the scale. I mean I can look in the mirror every day...strut around in a bikini and nit pick at every single part of my body or admire parts I think I like...but when someone snaps that…
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Stomach Questions...
Can I REALLY actually get my stomach smaller and tighter? I mean realistically without starving. I just feel like my stomach is never gonna get small and toned again unless I seriously cut calories drastically. I used to have such a tiny tiny TINY little waistline, and although it's not HUGE, I just wonder if it's really…
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Question about the Birth Control Shot
I've been considering switching from the Birth Control pill to the Birth Control Shot...my concern is that many people are telling me it's gonna make me gain weight and make it harder to lose weight. I need to know if this is true or not. What experience have YOU had?
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Anyone live in WV?
I wish I had some local support here. :( I would LOVE to find a workout buddy. I'm so out of shape. I need someone to walk with or go the gym or something. Ugh. I keep trying to get my friends do stuff with me, but that doesn't go very far. LoL I'm so not good at doing this by myself. :(
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What's the best DVD to increase flexibility?
I'm guessing Yoga is probably the way to go??? I used to be extremely flexible, and I want that back. What do you suggest?
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Stomach questions
Can I REALLY actually get my stomach smaller and tighter? I mean realistically without starving. I just feel like my stomach is never gonna get small and toned again unless I seriously cut calories drastically. I used to have such a tiny tiny TINY little waistline, and although it's not HUGE, I just wonder if it's really…
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How do you stop boredom eating?
I think my BIGGEST problems are not getting enough exercise and the fact that I eat when I'm bored! Unfortunately, due to some different things going on with my job right now...I'm in a desk job with not a lot of things to do except eat! EEK! How can I control my boredom cravings and eating habits?
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How do you stop boredom eating?
I think my BIGGEST problems are not getting enough exercise and the fact that I eat when I'm bored! Unfortunately, due to some different things going on with my job right now...I'm in a desk job with not a lot of things to do except eat! EEK! How can I control my boredom cravings and eating habits?
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What's the best kettlebell workout?
DVD or online
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What are your thoughts on the Kettlebell?
I have HEARD that it is one of the fastest ways to get smaller and tighter. Is this TRUE? I have a kettlebell that I have NEVER used. lol I am wondering if the whole kettlebell thing is the way to go...how heavy should you use? Heavier better or Lighter, more reps, or what? Also, if you swear by kettlebell? Why do you? How…
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Where do I find the energy?
I wanna get back into working out a lot again, but I feel sooooooo tired all day. Where do I find the energy to exercise when I barely have energy to stay awake at work? :(
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Where do I find the energy?
I wanna get back into working out a lot again, but I feel sooooooo tired all day. Where do I find the energy to exercise when I barely have energy to stay awake at work? :(
