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| Weight Loss | 8 glasses of water per day - fact or myth? | Feb 11 2008 23:53 (UTC) |
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| drinking lots of water keeps me regular. there, i said it. | |||
| Fitness | Squats - why can't I feel my butt working? | Feb 08 2008 19:50 (UTC) |
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| when you're doing the straight legged deadlift, focus on pulling up through your hamstrings and squeeeeeeeeze your butt at the top. check out this link, scroll down to "stiff legged deadlift." it's an awesome exercise. | |||
| Fitness | Squats - why can't I feel my butt working? | Feb 08 2008 18:11 (UTC) |
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| straight-legged deadlifts totally transformed my butt. it's a lot rounder and harder than it ever was before. | |||
| Fitness | Girlie question (sorry Melkor...feel free to answer if you know, though!) | Jan 30 2008 12:59 (UTC) |
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| consider yourself lucky -- i'm now getting mine every three weeks!! | |||
| Fitness | Best Workout Songs? | Jan 29 2008 02:00 (UTC) |
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freakum dress - beyonce boys wanna be her - peaches - yesssss seekifonics!!! also, kick it - peaches dancing shoes, a certain romance - really any arctic monkeys deceptacon - le tigre movement/tribulations - lcd soundsystem welcome to paradise - green day midnight show - the killers world town - m.i.a. welcome to the jungle - guns n roses gimme more - britney (i don't actually have this one but they play it at my gym all the time and i LOVE when it comes on) many, many more |
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| Weight Loss | Forget those expensive exercise machines.. Try This! | Jan 17 2008 12:19 (UTC) |
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| do they have it for the original xbox...i don't have a 360, and i don't wanna get one! | |||
| Fitness | Straight-leg Deadlift vs Straight-Back Straight-Leg deadlift | Jan 16 2008 22:13 (UTC) |
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| when i do them (i have never had back problems) i try to focus on sticking out my chest and slightly sticking out my butt, keeping my back strong...not arched in an exaggerated way, but just with my butt sticking out slightly, also knees slightly bent. i never let my back round during a deadlift. | |||
| Fitness | Questions on "Real Fast Fat Loss" Exercise Program (T-nation) | Jan 16 2008 15:46 (UTC) |
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Original Post by jjlewis305: i do cardio 2-3 days of the four off days...i try for three. also, the pull ups are a lot easier when you add a jump up to the bar. still, i have trouble doing 15 of them as called for on some days. on those days, i make up my own exercise, usually consisting of jump squats, squat thrusts, planks, and pushups, making sure it's a full body exercise and it's something that keeps my heart rate up. so you can be a little creative. but i've also had a lot of fun sticking to the program as is, with that one exception. i'm in the third week of eight and already very pleased with the results. |
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| Fitness | are woman muscles sexy or butch?? | Jan 15 2008 21:23 (UTC) |
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sexy! i lift heavy weights, and trying for heavier...check out my profile pic and tell me if i look butch! i think not! not that there's anything wrong with that.
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| Foods | I'm confused by the pie chart. | Jan 15 2008 15:03 (UTC) |
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it works out cause a gram of fat is 9 calories, where protein and carbs are 4 calories. so: Fat: 39*9 = 351 Protein: 63*4 = 252 Carbohydrates: 206*4 = 824 Total calories: 351+252+824 =1427 Fat percentage: 351/1427*100 = 24.5%, your fat intake for the day Protein percentage: 252/1427*100 = 17.65%, protein Carb percentage: 824/1427*100 = 57.7%, carbs hope that helps. |
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| Foods | Different types of oil | Jan 15 2008 14:57 (UTC) |
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| you may be able to cook without oil. try it! this site, world's healthiest foods, tells you how to saute and stir fry without oil, using chicken broth. click the link and then look for "healthy saute" and "healthy stir fry." | |||
| Fitness | Booty patooty | Jan 15 2008 13:37 (UTC) |
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kankan you should also do squats and deadlifts in conjunction with your lunges. and use very heavy weights -- really challenge yourself. the only way to get the butt muscles to go OUT is to grow them! so you shouldn't be afraid of building bulk there at all. stiff-legged deadlifts...number one butt builder in my book. |
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| Fitness | inside lane vs. outside lane | Jan 14 2008 21:23 (UTC) |
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| i dunno...but just yesterday i ran three miles (12 laps) and i made sure to run two laps in each of the six lanes, to ensure i didn't cheat myself by only running on the inside lane! | |||
| Fitness | Another Lunges & Squats Post | Jan 14 2008 18:59 (UTC) |
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read this article. it suggests a variety of approaches. and melkor posted it on another thread. there's nothing hugely wrong with the body bar, but using a barbell provides extra benefits in terms of balance, stability, and challenging all those muscles a bit more. variety and continually challenging yourself is the key, which is what you did, so kudos for that. also if you want super toned legs, add some deadlifts. a good exercise for the butt and hamstrings, which you want to strengthen to balance all the quad work you're getting from lunges. check out this website on female weight lifting. it's a great resource. |
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| Fitness | Another Lunges & Squats Post | Jan 14 2008 18:41 (UTC) |
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i would have to say yes. i'm pretty sure this is a myth. you need to talk to someone who knows better than me, like melkor, but by doing high reps and low weights i believe you are building on your muscular endurance but not doing anything to change the shape of your muscle. you do want the muscle to be more defined, and it's not going to get bulky. for most women that is a physical impossibility. try it and see, if you don't like it you can go back to low weights, but that's not going to help you in terms of pure functionality and strength or definition. low reps, super high weights (like 4 to 6 reps maybe) is what body builders use. you should aim for 8 to 12 reps with increasing weights. i have found that it's only since i started squatting with 40 and 50 pound barbells that i see a major difference in the slimness and muscle tone in my legs and butt. my butt i actually kind of round now where it never was before, EVER. don't be afraid of the heavy weights or the "guy" weights. |
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| Fitness | weight training | Jan 14 2008 13:47 (UTC) |
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| do you want to be easy to kidnap? lift some weights! build some muscle! seriously, it's empowering. | |||
| Fitness | Another Lunges & Squats Post | Jan 14 2008 13:42 (UTC) |
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| 15 reps might be a bit much. why not try increasing the weight to something you can only do 8 to 10 reps with? and build from there as giggle puppy said. i think you'll see much better results. this would require a barbell, or you could do dumbbell lunges. | |||
| Fitness | Sore Knees from Running | Jan 14 2008 13:35 (UTC) |
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do you do any strength training? your knees need muscle to support and power them through your runs. it's very important. your other muscles need to be strong too, running involves your whole body. read this article. also, the elliptical doesn't seem kind to proper knee movement. a combination of the exercises might be jarring to your knees. maybe switch to the treadmill or stairclimber, even just one day. you can get an intense workout that's easy on your knees and great for your legs by walking on the treadmill at super high inclines, like 10 or whatever feels comfortable for you. it's great for the butt which is also important for running. |
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| Weight Loss | New to the CC Forums, would like a quick eval of what I've been doing | Jan 13 2008 19:57 (UTC) |
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rice, corn, and black beans with chicken would taste GREAT with some avocado. an avocado has about 300 calories. also, i would make a burrito with all that stuff, and find a good hearty wrap for it (somewhere in the 170-200 calorie range). i would also add a lemon juice and olive oil dressing to the salad...i really can't imagine a greek salad without it. also, a turkey and cheese sandwich, or more feta on the greek salad...i think all that right there probably adds up to almost 1000 calories. |
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| Weight Loss | Ive heard that certain foods suck fat? | Jan 11 2008 17:43 (UTC) |
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green tea may help boost your metabolism, but it's just good for you anyway, so you should drink it. people think that's why the japanese don't have the lung cancer we have here, even though they smoke like chimneys. |
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| Weight Loss | How would you describe me? | Jan 11 2008 13:25 (UTC) |
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Original Post by a80r: it's all in the red lipstick. don't do it!!! try a sheer color and sweep some gloss over it. also, you seem to have very light eyebrows...is that natural or are you a compulsive plucker? if the latter, stop it, let them grow in. if not, go to a makeup store and have someone help you find a nice eyebrow pencil and show you how to create natural looking darker eyebrows. that dress also seems styled for an older woman. try something more decorative and youthful! i understand you have a daughter and don't want to be running around in a dress that shows your ass, but you are only 33! i am almost 30 years old and i wouldn't want to be in a dress like that, there are so much more fun things to wear. you asked. sizewise, you seem fine, compared to most americans. just work out and be healthy. but yeah, definitely hit the makeup counter at macy's or lord and taylor. get a free makeover and they will give you some tips. |
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| Foods | Your 5 drive thru danger | Jan 11 2008 12:47 (UTC) |
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1. Popeye's fried chicken with a biscuit |
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| Fitness | Knee problems | Jan 09 2008 13:38 (UTC) |
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| if you don't already, invest in a really good knee brace and use it everytime you exercise. | |||
| Weight Loss | I'm exhausted today! Any advice? | Jan 09 2008 13:32 (UTC) |
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| try drinking a cup of tea...one-third less caffeine than coffee, not as addictive, and it can brighten you up, as well as soothe some of the caffeine withdrawal side effects. | |||
| Weight Loss | How to look good naked | Jan 08 2008 14:52 (UTC) |
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| loving yourself and striving for "perfection" go hand in hand, but it has to be your own version of perfection, or your own definition. no one should try to look like a touched-up celebrity. but there is nothing wrong with wanting your body and health to be the best it can be. we all have our own personal goals and challenges, the key is never losing sight of those. hard work is reflected in our body composition, and while i don't look like jessica alba, when i look at myself i am reminded of all the hard work, dedication, and discipline it took to get here, and that makes me proud. | |||
| Fitness | itchy fat | Jan 08 2008 13:15 (UTC) |
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yes, that used to happen to me all the time when i was heavier...so confusing! sometimes it still happens to my butt and thighs, but now it's post-workout while i'm in the hot shower, it just itches like crazy. i think you might be the first person ever to share this experience with me. |
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| Foods | What is the best breakfast for a low calorie count and nutritional content? | Jan 08 2008 01:55 (UTC) |
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| three egg whites or two egg whites and one whole egg, spinach or broccoli and mushrooms, with two morningstar farms veggie sausage links, a whole wheat mini pita, 1 tsp brummel and brown spread, one whole wheat mini pita. it's under 250 calories and a lot of food, high nutrition. | |||
| Weight Loss | alcohol revisited | Jan 07 2008 13:26 (UTC) |
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| yes, i need to to eliminate it for a while also. for a couple months i hardly drank anything, maybe one or two light beers a couple of times, but then the holidays hit and bam, wine all the time, parties, end of school, lots of stress busting. i stopped losing, which was fine, but i'm having a hard time easing out of that routine. i finished off the last wine in the house this weekend and am going to go back to trying to plan different activities with my friends that don't involve alcohol. that really seemed to work well. | |||
| Fitness | Exercise Class or Walking outside? | Jan 07 2008 13:20 (UTC) |
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walking can burn calories if you do short run/walks. i only started running by incorporating short intervals of running into my walking. say 30 seconds to 1 minute to start, because that's all i could do. you work your way up to running more, and the intervals are good for calorie burning and challenging your cardiovascular strength, which is one of the major benefits of running over walking. you can start at your own pace and level and take time building up. it's a fun thing to do because it's awesome when you realize you are making progress. the first time i was able to run for five minutes straight was a huge thing for me. that said, i love gym classes as well, and kickboxing is an AMAZING workout. toned up my core, butt, thighs, shoulder and back really quickly. it's also a lot of fun, especially if you're stressed out. spinning is pure torture but also a mega calorie burner. |
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| Weight Loss | closed | Jan 06 2008 17:43 (UTC) |
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Original Post by darockmvp: trust me, if i knew i was one of those people, i'd be living it up. but one never knows, unless you have access to genetic testing, and even then, i'm not sure. just eat more. it shouldn't be a problem. i wish i could post a thread on a forum with people yelling at me to eat more. i would in a heartbeat, no questions asked! |
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