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Pilates, Yoga, and Running
I am a beginner who is ready to start a major change. I have not been active consistently in about 2 years but have always loved pilates, I have also always wanted to run, and I like the idea of yoga. I think alternating them throughout the week would be very beneficial, but I don't know how many rest days would be good,…
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HRM question
I recently bought a HRM with a chest strap. It is a Polar brand, but I can't remember the model. My question is, is this accurate? I think it is, but when I try to keep track of my calories burned at work (a factory where I am constantly on my feet and moving, carrying 15lbs) I end up with nearly 1600 calories burned in an…
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First NSV
I got up this morning and was able to put on a pair of jeans (and button them) that I haven't been able to get up over my thighs. They are only a size smaller 9/10 than what I currently wear 11/12, but I got them on : )
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As a Mommy, will I ever have a flat belly again????
So, my son is 7. I am almost 26 and I only need to lose like 20 lbs. But I have a lot of core work and toning to do. I was just wondering, aside from keeping stretchmarks forever, has anyone out there gotten their flat belly back? Does the skin eventually tighten and tone up too?
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gaining instead of losing HELP!!!!
Okay, so I have been doing JM Ripped in 30 and am in the middle of week 1. I have done mile walks on the days I don't do the dvd and I have been under my calorie goal on most days. But, I weighed myself today, before breakfast, and have gained a pound instead of losing. : ( Amanda
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Starting my Journey
Starting my Journey w/Pics I having been toying with the idea of getting into shape for well over a year and always found a reason not to do it. I would complain constantly about wanting to be more toned and about 20 lbs lighter. Finally, my husband got blunt and said, "Stop whining and do something about it." This stung…
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Getting rid of "mommy belly"
Anyone out there have any tips on exercises to work on flattening a belly from having children. My son is 7 and I am currently 5'7 and 160. I have about 15-20 lbs to lose. But I really want a firmer abdomen, even if there are stretch marks. Amanda P.S. I don't go to the gym so at home exercises are a must. Feel free to…
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Hey everyone!!
I am new to MFP and I definitely need to get in shape. I am a wife and mother of a 7 year old boy. I am 25 and in school for health and wellness. I want to lose like 15 lbs and tone every thing up. I am tired of having a flabby belly. : ( So, I am experimenting with different at home exercises I can do, a gym is not…
