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Has anyone completed Jim Stoppani's 6 Weeks to Shred program?
I've been working on heavy lift waves of 7/5/3 for the squat, deadlift and leg press, with upper body work the other 3 days, for about 6 weeks now. My body has been screaming for a change then past two days and my brain wants to take a break from creating my own programs so I was looking into this one. I want to lean out…
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Glazed Blueberry Protein Donuts
Playing around this morning and came up with these GLAZED BLUEBERRY PROTEIN DONUTS. And they actually taste good, without a long list of speciality ingredients I've never even heard of
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Any Knee Brace/Sleeve suggestions?
I do a lot of heavy lifting and my knees recently started bothering me. Typical issues of soreness and occasional popping. This is the first time I've expereinced even though I've been lifting for a few years now; although I've been meeting PRs lately so I'm sure that's whats doing it. Anyways I'm taking a little break…
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Straight Caffeine Pills - Experience or opinions on them?
I noticed the other day in my local grocer's vitamin aisle pure caffeine pills amongst all the other vits. Considering purchasing them for when an extra pick-me-up is needed. Anyone have experience with them? Effective? Too jittery?
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Would you buy a house where a child was allegedly murdered?
Ok say you were needing to move and fast. And let's say the homes in your price range all require a bit of work - work you can DIY with the help of family - but still work. Then let's say a home just comes on the market for a very good price, but when google-ing the address you discover a mere couple days ago charges were…
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Fat loss with Poor Blood Flow
So I've been trying and trying to find info on this but haven't come across too much and I am hoping that perhaps someone here on MFP has some knowledge on it. Long story short, since a kid I had bad varicose veins on my left leg. Blood flow was poor giving me pins and needles pretty often. Last year I had them collapsed,…
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Why the scale goes UP with a new workout program- MUST READ
My amazing MFP buddy Bumblepink just emailed me this article and I just had to share it. I have been so frustrated with a weight gain when I started jogging lost week, but this totally explains it from a trust fitness professional- Chalean Johnson. SPREAD THIS! Why the Scale Goes Up When You Start a New Workout Plan By…
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Kickboxing/MMA cardio DVDs?
Kickboxing and any similar workouts is my favorite form of cardio. Looking for something new to do at home. Any suggestions? I already have TurboJam, TurboFire, TapOut XT 1 and 2, Taebo:This is Taebo, RushFit and Les Mills Combat.
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Is there a way to get rid of varicose veins?
Ok so I've had these damn varicose veins on my left leg pretty much for as long as I can remember, including in my childhood. They weren't really that noticeable, but as I have lost weight they have become way more noticeable. Is there anything I can do to get rid of them??!
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Erin Stern's Elite Body Training Workout
Has anyone started this 4 week program yet? Can you please give me an approx. of the workout time? I am considering testing it out but am limited to about an hour on some days, 90 minutes max others. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
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Daily Calorie Burn Devices
When I wore my Body Media I absolutely loved all the information it gave me, but honestly I was not a fan of this big bulky square always sitting on my arm-and the rash that accompanied it from the strap. Can anyone recommend a similar device that is more practical to wear, is accurate in it's data, and that doesn't look…
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Having an issue at work, could use some advice!
Ok so I work as a personal trainer at a local gym. There is a room called the Impact room where all of my favorite gym toys are kept, like the tractor tires, kickboxing bags, sledgehammers etc, along with a huge assortment of weights and kettlebells. I like to take my clients in there to train because 1) they appreciate…
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Best ASICS for motion control/stability?
What do you guys recommend for ppl with flat feet? I know I need motion control/stability shoes.... I prevously had Asics gel-frantic 6 and loved them but they are worn and lookin for somethin better if it's out there. Can anyone recommend?
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SUBSCRIPTION TO FITNESS MAGAZINE GIVE AWAY!
Just thought I would let everyone know! Chance to enter ends tomorrow so get your entries in now! :drinker: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/SPNLuver83/view/march-give-away-a-year-s-subscription-to-fitness-magazine-500888
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What are some fitness certification online schools?
I am interested in getting my fitness certification so I can become a trainer. I have been searching the web for schools, but there are so many of them I am not sure where to start. Does anyone have any suggestions? Perhaps someone who has done and got their certs online? I would really appreciate it!!
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Would this be weird??
Ok so at the gym today there was this woman on the arc trainer next to me just straight killin' it. She was overweight, but clearly determined and bustin' some *kitten*. We both got off the machines at the same time. I wanted to straight up give her a big ol' high-five, but instead just smiled.... I held back cuz I didn't…
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What's the science between high carb cycling?
On leangains.com they recommend eating a higher amount of carbs (over fat) on your lift days, and a higher amount of fat (over carbs) on non-lift days. Can anyone break down the science behind this for me? I've started to do this, well at least try, just wondering if it actually makes a difference.
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Human Anatomy YouTube videos
Are there any good YouTube videos that help you learn the human anatomy and the names for everything? Like the skeletal, muscular, digestive, cardiovascular and respiratory systems, how blood pumps through the heart, the different planes and things of that nature? I've found a couple but not any good quality ones... Ones…
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Macros on Lift vs. Non Lift Days
I was reading some information on a website which I believe was called LeanGains.com. It was saying that one should focus on eating high carbs and low fat on lift days and high fat low carb on non-lift days. Opinions on this?
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I LOVE this bikini- but does it love me?
I have avoided swimming for years because I've been disgusted with how I look. This will be the first time in my adult life that I have worn a bikini in public. I posted yesterday with a cpl suits I found, but they weren't exactly what I was looking for. But yesterday evening at the grocery store I saw this baby and fell…
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First photo shoot Saturday! Advice?
Saturday is my first "professional" photo shoot! And while I am super excited, I am also even more nervous lol. I bought some cake vodka to take a cpl shots of beforehand to loosen up a little.... Any suggestions for a tasty shot? I am not a big drinker at all... Would like topping the shot with a dab of whipped cream be…
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Any legit skin tightening/stretch mark lotions?
Ok so I know a ton of us here have issues with extra skin and stretch marks from both gaining and losing large amounts of weight. As much as I tell myself not to let my own get to me, it does, constantly. Where ever I have stretch marks I have lose skin- on my lower abs, my inner thighs and my knees. Are there any legit…
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POLL: Chocolate crust or no?
I am going to be making a lightened up Double layer pumpkin pie cheesecake with pecans... I can't decide if the graham cracker crust should be chocolate, cinnamon or regular..... Opinions?
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Will that #$%@! "mommy pooch" EVER go away???
Ok, you know what I am talking about... That d@mn pooch on your lower abs. I've had 2 kids. Is that fat or actual extra skin?? I've lost 48 lbs and it's gone down, my stomach in general. I have the beginnings of abs in the upper area, but that stupid pooch.... it's killin it! Will that ever go away??? Or is it skin and the…
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Any Juggalos/Juggalettes here at MFP?
If you are here, please FR me! I want to help get the underground healthy!! Being down for 15 years myself, I know how a lot of us tend to be overweight and unhealthy. I want to help change the stereotype that are 'lettes are fat. I hate that *kitten*. We're effin hot and the world needs to know this! LOL Well they don't…
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Any women with a Batgirl costume?
Like the one you can purchase from party city? Can you tell me if they run true to size or not? Thanks!
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Manic panic hair dye
Has anyone ever combined the colors purple haze and hot hot pink? Got any pics to show the resulting color? Thinking about doing it if it comes out right. I want more of a pink purple rather than the blueish purple you get from purple haze on its own.
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Ripped Freak
Anyone take this? What were your results?
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? for those who have had tummy tucks/skin removal surgery...
How much does something like this generally cost? I know it depends on the doctor and your region etc etc but hearing how much others have paid would be helpful... I have extra skin on my lower abs that absolutely drives me insane and I would like to someday have it removed... Thanks in advance! :flowerforyou:
