Exercise: Simmons
8 articles
Needing Good Beginner's Exercise Dvd
Asked by T.S. from Oklahoma City
on September 18, 2008
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Hello ladies,
I, like every Mom in the world, have very little time to spend on myself, but I'm trying to work on a healthier lifestyle for myself and my family. I...
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- Hi T., I highly recommend Leslie Sansone Walk Away the Pounds. The set I have is a 3-set with the firt one for beginners in which you warm up, walk a mile and cool do...
- The library has tons of these that you can check out for free! One of the best things you can do is walk! It is also free and available almost 24/7. And...it real...
- I bought Turbo Jam. It comes with a lot of different exercises, but I always do the 20 minute workout. I absolutely love it because you really feel like your dancing...
Big Belly Help!
Asked by J.J. from Tampa
on April 16, 2009
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hi guys,
after my pregnancy 3 years ago my belly got very big and never change. i look like a 8 months pregnant woman. it's very embarrasing. i've tried diet, exerc...
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- Hey J., Look into Restore The Core (RTC). Great program designed, by a fitness professional specializing in postnatal fitness and an OB. It specifically addresses...
- You don't need lipo, you need a change in lifestyle. I'm a weight loss coach, and I'd be happy to answer any questions or give you more specific tips without any expe...
- My doctor put me on a diabetic diet, even though I am not diabetic. I have lost almost 30 pounds now. I am just starting to lose it in my belly. You have to stick to s...
Motivation!!
Asked by R.F. from Chicago
on May 8, 2008
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I am really struggling with getting motivated to loose weight. I made a point of joining a gym within walking distance of my apartment and it even has free child care....
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- What gym did you join? Maybe you need a workout partner - someone to meet you there? K.
- Hi R., Sometimes when you have this big goal in front of you it becomes so intimidating that it keeps you from getting started. First, get a personal trainer 3 times ...
- Hi R., I have had that 30lb problem before. I tried the gym, worked out consistently for a month. Lost nothing...then got to lazy to continue. Here's what did work fo...
Exercising Question...
Asked by T.J. from Chicago
on August 29, 2009
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Hello moms! I am looking to loose 40 pounds and have recently joined WW. I wanted to know how many times a week someone who is looking to loose weight should work out,...
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- You will learn more about excercising in your week 2 materials. Basically - what do you like to do? Find something that you enjoy, because if you hate your exercise ...
- I recommend Jazzercise. It's the only exercise regimen I've stuck with. Fun current music, variety of routines, along with toning work (on the floor, on big ball, wi...
- I think that the amount of time you should work out should be consistent with what you will stick with. I think it may be good to start with 3 to 4 days a week. Once...
I Feel Disgusting
Asked by S.P. from San Diego
on April 9, 2008
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I had my last baby 7 months ago. I am 5'4" and weigh 145 pounds! I am mushy and feel absolutely disgusted about how I look and feel so sad. My husband says how beau...
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- S., Good news is, what you are feeling is so normal and so many of us have been there! First off at 5'4" 145lbs, you aren't doing too bad so don't beat yourself up...
- Oh S., I just wanted to send you a note of encouragement! I had my daughter 15 months ago and still don't feel great about my body!! :) :) So know that you are not alo...
- I completely understand where you are coming from. It's no fun. I'm sure you are beautiful as your husband says. I know it's all perspective, but really, 145 at 5'4...
How to Reduce Weight
Asked by G.R. from Chicago
on April 12, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I'm trying to reduce my weight but couldn't. I cant find time to go to gym with my 20 months old daughter. I'm bulky in my arms and thighs. Which food helps ...
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- Portion control is what I struggle with! It's a pain, but get a food scale and start measuring your pasta, etc. and learning what a true portion should be. Soup is a g...
- Eat 5-6 times a day. Cut out the fats and oils and make sure the meals are tiny,4-5 ounces. Drink lots of water. Tiny meals keep your body functioning and burning fat ...
- Do you take your daughter on walks? Exercise really is key to losing and maintaining weight. If I was you, I'd try to get in a 15-20 minute walk a day. Also, make...
Help with Weightloss
Asked by S.N. from Port St. Lucie
on October 4, 2006
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I'm on a neverending quest to lose weight. It seems like a constant struggle. It's hard to find time to do much because I work, Monday through Friday 9-5, then I go ho...
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- Hey S., I just wanted to share my story with you. I was overweight feeling very low about my body and had very, very low energy. I started on the shapeworks program...
- Wow, you are busy, taking care of your children and holding down a full time job. I'm a stay at home mom and I don't know how working mothers do it...that's a hard jo...
- Hi S. I just got a wonderful book from another single mom friend of mine called The T-Factor Diet by Martin Katahn,Ph.D. It allows you to loose weight safely and quic...
How Do You Start a Diet?
Asked by B.H. from Minneapolis
on January 2, 2009
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I've never had to diet before. Before my first son, I weighed 110 lbs. After he was born I did nothing to lose the weight. (big mistake and I hated the way I felt) The...
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- I like Weight Watchers, because you always feel in control- you're cutting down and not eating special foods or separate meals. You have to count the points you eat, w...
- Give this product a try....it really works....I have been on it for 2 weeks and have lost 8 lbs and a lot of inches! What is Slendering!™? Every dieter dreams ...
- I think if you start a diet, which is completely different from your habits now, you probably won't stick to it. I lost the weight by making small changes, it did tak...
