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bad morning at work
So it is 10.18 am where I am and I have made some mistakes at work, I am feeling super down. I want to buy chips, a pepsi max, or buy something (not food) that I probably don't need and can't afford . Ugh feeling down and I want to run away and hide. Go home and cuddle my dogs but I am stuck here til 3.30pm. I feel…
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Bored and unmotivated
Not sure why I am posting this. I think I need to vent. I’m early 40s. Usual workout week is currently like this: Mon- Fri : Walk dogs before work 4 days, about 30 mins. Lunch break at work, 20 min session weights ( there is a small gym at work and I break down my work out in different body groups ) .Muay thai class 3 x…
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One leg deadlifts
Hi there When doing a one leg deadlift, in which hand do you hold the weight? Same side as the supporting leg ( so if you are balancing on your right leg, hold the weight in your right hand) or is it opposite? And why? Also does it matter if I hold a kettlebell or a dumbell? In case anyone is going to say " why not do…
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Mushrooms !
What are your favourite mushroom recipes/ways to cook them? thanks! :)
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push up form question
Hi, can someone please tell me the correct place your hands should be for a push up? fingers pointing forward to slightly in, elbows close to side?? I am curious and would like to know what you all think. I see people with arms and hands at all kinds of angles. Push ups are a huge weakness for me and I really want to get…
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Cloud Bread - anyone tried it?
Has anyone tried this recipe ( or similar) ? Just curious what it is like. I've cut out bread as I it just bloats me too much and it seems to make me lethargic. http://www.m2woman.co.nz/the-internet-is-going-mad-over-this-heavenly-carb-and-gluten-free-cloud-bread/
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fish cake recipes
hi there can anyone please rec a tried and tested fish cake recipe, using tinned/canned fish ( salmon, tuna etc) thanks!
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calisthenics exercise program
Hi, has anyone got a calisthenics exercise program they can share or recommend? somewhat basic! thanks
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Osteoopath or a physiotherapist
Hi there I injured my knee on saturday - twisted it during a thai boxing sparring class and since then it's been a bit stiff and wobbly. I want to get it looked at but am trying to decide what is better, a phyio or an osteopath. Has anyone got any thoughts on this? I was seeing another physio for an ankle injury recently…
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Looking for clam recipes
Hi there Has anyone got any clam recipes to share please? thanks !
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Sparring !
I am curious to hear how you went in your first few sparring classes, how did you feel, how did it go etc?? On saturday I had my 2nd sparring class. I have been doing muay thai for a few months now but decided recently to try our Intro sparring class. The first part of the class is doing drills then the last 15 mins is…
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Krav Maga
Hi there So I have read a few posts and see some people here have trained in it. I am looking at possibly starting this , can you tell me about your experience, thoughts on it etc. what was the training like when you started ? I have recently started Muay Thai which I enjoy even though I am still kinda crap at it, but I…
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frittata receipes
Hi there I just wondering if anyone could share some yummy & healthy frittata recipes please ! thanks !
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Chicken tortilla soup recipe wanted - not crockpot !
Hi there can anyone please share a healthy chicken tortilla soup recipe that you can just cook on your stove top as I don't have a crockpot at the moment . thanks !
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Yoga
Hi does anyone here do yoga? if so, what type and why ? I want to start up Yoga so trying to work out the best type to help improve my flexibility & strength. I do muay thai 3 times a week if that helps. I am not keen on Bikram as the idea of working out in a hot room almost gives me a headache thinking about it ! thanks !
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engaging core during ab movements
ok is there a trick to this? cos I fail at it Is 'enagaging core' basically holding your stomach in, like you are bracing for a punch? Cos I can do this just sitting here, but if I have do to other abs movements , I find it hard to hold it like this and do the movements. Is it something that comes with practise? And is it…
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Krav Maga
Hi there for those who have trained in this, can you tell me a bit more about it, like the training, what is involved, your experiences with it etc. I am looking at starting this some time, I have recently started muay thai , still pretty crap but I am enjoying it, and I want to learn something else as well ! cheers
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who has completed the 30 day squat challenge?
FOr those who have completed this, what were your results?
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What are your favourite fitness blender videos?
And why! I love their site but they have soooo many and it takes me ages to decide So what are your faves and why? Thanks!
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Stretches
What are your favourite stretches to do, to improve flexibility , balance & strength? Also do you need to do a brief warmup beforehand? For those who sit alot during the day at work, are there any stretches that can be done that you don't need much of a warm up for ? thanks !
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stretches !
hi, what are some good stretches for hamstrings, glutes and quads? or can someone rec a good website that shows pics - I want something I can paste to a word doc and print off so I can do at home thanks !
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Beginner yoga on youtube
Hi can anyone rec a beginner yoga workout/s on youtube? I just looked at tara stiles but found her very irritating, i have JM yoga meltdown on YT but just looking for something else to do Thanks!
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Keeping legs straight !
Hi there Exercises that require you to lay on the floor on your back and then you have your legs straight up in the air : I find this incredibly hard to do. I lay on the floor, legs in the air, point toes but I still have a bend at the knees. The only way I can have my legs straight is if I lower them near the floor and…
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at home exercises to improve balance
Hi there Can anyone recommend some exercises including number of reps to help improve balance? thanks!
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Glute activation & tight hip flexors
Hi there I have an office job so sit alot during the day. I read that this can cause weak glutes & tight hip flexors. Can anyone recommend an easy to follow YT video or provide info on exercises to help with these? Do i do them before a warm up? When i do squats i squeeze my bum cheeks at the top, is this correct? I do…
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Zuzana light videos
Hi there. I had a look on youtube for zuzana lights workout videos as i have heard great things about them but there are so many and i have no idea where to start..can anyone help? I am doing 30 ds and want something else to mix with it, so i don't get bored. Thanks!
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Crockpot v Slow Cooker
Hi there I have decided I want to get either a crockpot or a slow cooker but am not sure, what is the difference and what do you prefer? Also when I decide what to get, what kind of features should I look for? I won't ask for model recs as I am in New Zealand so probably won't be able to get it here ! thanks !
