Overcoming Plateau: Child
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Do You Exercise?
Asked by T.V. from New York
on February 28, 2012
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Why or why not?
If you do exercise, what do you do? If you don't exercise what would be a form of exercise that you think you would enjoy?
I exercise about five...
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- This past year, I have started working out regularly at a gym. I'm proud that I've been going , consistently. I like the mix of people there, everyone is really nice, ...
- I first started exercising because I wanted to fit into some clothes. That's still nice, but I have other reasons now, too. As I get older I realize I will be a burd...
- Yes I exercise and have since my twenties (I am 45 now). Some people scrapbook for a hobby, I exercise. I enjoy it and try new things all the time. I like variety. ...
How Do You Fit Exercise In?
Asked by K.G. from San Francisco
on March 22, 2010
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I am desperatly trying to get rid of 30 pounds. I have lost only 5 pounds and 8 inches in the last 5 weeks. I'm getting discouraged. I have completely changed the way ...
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- First off: 5lbs in 5 weeks & 8 inches is KILLER. Good job! and that's weight that will STAY off (and hopefully the 8 inches means you've actually lost a LOT more weigh...
- I have 3 kids and exercising at home just does not work for me , I go to a gym that has childcare. My eldest goes to school all day and my middle goes to preschool unt...
- I love Jillian Michaels (Biggest Loser) 30 Day Shred workout DVD. It's 30 min (warm up to cool down) and a great work out. It's 3 levels and when I went from level o...
Exercise Routine-mixing It Up
Asked by S.A. from Chicago
on September 26, 2011
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I am trying to buckle down and exercise regularly. I can't afford a gym membership so I work out at home with DVD's or walk outside (weather permitting). I have The...
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- When I first started getting in to shape, my absolute favorite workout DVDs were by Ellen Barret. It is cardio and toning, no jumping! Fun and effective too. No pain, ...
- I use Jillian Michaels Trouble Zone circuit workout. It has 7 circuits and I'm finally up to circuit 5!!!! This workout ain't no joke so your body won't plateau so so...
- I check out different DVD's from the library to mix things up. I also love Fit TV.
Fitness Results
Asked by M.B. from Denver
on April 16, 2009
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I am wondering how long and how much exersize it takes to get real results, like flat abs! I see those mom's at the pool every summer and I was wondering how much exer...
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- I have been doing 10 minute Trainer with Tony Horton for a little over a week now and so far I love it. I already feel much stronger. I usually do 2 or 3 a day, but if...
- Your post made me smile! Last year I had a baby in August and I was at the public pool a lot over the summer for my other children's swim lessons, feeling enormously p...
- I have had great success with a program called StrollerFit powered by mommymuscle. Have you heard of it? There are 3 different class formats to choose from and you ca...
My 5 Year Old Has Hit a Plateau in Violin Lessons - Looking for Inspiration!
Asked by L.G. from Los Angeles
on February 11, 2009
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Hello All ~
My 5 y.o. daughter requested violin lessons last year and we began classes in October of 08. Her daddy is a professional musician (guitar, banjo, mandoli...
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- I agree with the moms who say to not push the practicing. The love of the music, wanting to play and practice should come from your daughter. Of couse kids attention...
- Hi L. How wonderful that your daughter shares your husband's love of music. It sounds like you have found a great teacher, one who is age-appropriate and who is givi...
- My son wanted to play violin about the same age because he saw someone playing and it sounded so beautiful and fun. Maybe find a concert or a video to remind her how...
6 Year Old Wants to Quit Ice Skating
Asked by M.T. from Los Angeles
on October 8, 2011
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My 6 year old is halfway through a session of 10 ice skating lessons and already wants to quit. She says the classes are too long, it's boring (it does tend to be the...
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- I know your daughter gave you a list of reasons, but are those really the "reasons"? She may feel her skill level is sub-par or intimidated by the coach. See if you ca...
- If this were a year-long commitment, etc., I'd say reassess and maybe let her quit, but it's halfway through only 10 lessons. Stick with it. I like the idea of taking ...
- I would advise her to stick it out because of the reasons she gave. She didn't say she hates ice skating, she said she's bored and she's cold. I think if there is a lo...
Weight Plateau Despite Breastfeeding
Asked by K.P. from Los Angeles
on January 29, 2011
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I had my second child nearly four months ago and quickly lost about 17 pounds after the first 6 weeks or so. I have been stuck at 208 (I'm 5' 10") and despite exclusiv...
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- your body hangs on to fat when you are bfing..it needs it to make the milk..if you want to shed weight you're gonna have to work out..i used to run in the park pushing...
- I was and am in a very similar situation. The truth is, your body is in a mode were it will give up fat before it will take from your milk supply. Thats why your bod...
- Hi! don't worry after I had my second it took me about a year to loose the baby weight (and i'm a petite girl), like someone else said do watch what you eat and how mu...
Weight Plateau After Birth
Asked by K.S. from San Francisco
on January 28, 2008
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Hi Ladies, I birthed my first child on November 7. I was 128 lbs pre-pregnancy and have plateaud losing weight and am stuck at 140 lbs. Did you all find that your weig...
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- I have many friends who breastfed (my kids had trouble with milk proteins, so I couldn't) and the excess weight seemed to come off after they weaned their babies. I t...
- Hi, K.. Congratulations on your little bundle of joy. One thing that helped me "keep in check" with the weight loss is to remember that it took nine months to gain t...
- I lost my weight without dieting however it took a little longer with my second.
Potty Training "Plateau"?
Asked by C.C. from Minneapolis
on September 14, 2009
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We've been working on potty training for about a month now. My son turned 2 in June, so maybe we started a little early, but I'm not willing to quit now and start over...
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- It's very common that a child will not tell you when they need to go until they are quite a bit older. That doesn't mean they aren't "potty trained", just that you wil...
- I know potty training is hard... I'm doing it right now w/ twins. That being said I think you need to reevaluate the following statement: "but I'm not willing to qui...
- We used pull-ups from roughly 2-2 1/2 years old. We encouraged going to the potty and often when we were "out" because of the new atmosphere going to the bathroom was...
Seeking Advice from Serious Fitness Buffs About Fat Loss
Asked by M.T. from Providence
on March 17, 2008
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I am having a hard time losing a little "jelly roll" around my midsection. I have had 3 pregnancies and never had this problem before. I am trying the Abs Diet and h...
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- Hi M., I highly recommend speaking with Dave Picardy at the NorthShore CrossFit. His regime is like nothing I ever experienced before - all about serious everyday fi...
- My sister sent me the info below. She uses these books for weight loss and the over all health of her family. It's worked for her and her husband. The pH Miracle...
- I am a 36YO mother of 2 (6yrs and 2.5yrs. I teach kickboxing, spinning and just started as a personal trainer. My advice would be to change up your workout routine. Yo...
