Pilates
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Dieting and Frustrated
Asked by R.R. from Los Angeles
on February 22, 2009
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Hi Moms... I started Weight Watchers about 5 weeks ago and have lost 7 lbs total. I'm following it to a tee and I do some form of exercise almost every day. I do pilat...
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- I am using this: www.providia.com/makeover. When you buy the kit, there's a bit of work to do, so set aside 2-3 hours just to go over the whole kit. I've been prett...
- It sounds like you're on the right path. Have you tried stroller strides? Great community orf Mothers and I hear women really lose the baby weight. If you want recip...
- Hi R., I too am with Weight Watchers. I know for me I must, must, must exercise. I have to at least walk for 30 mins. and at least 30 minutes of cardio/weights. It...
Best Classes for Exercise and Weight Loss?
Asked by D.R. from Cincinnati
on February 27, 2008
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Hi everyone...hope your day is going well...mine is so far. At least the kids are back in school! I went to an exercise class this morning, 'Matwork' is what it was ca...
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- If you're trying to make a permanent change to your diet and live a healthy lifestyle, you might want to consider SparkPeople.com. A friend recommended it to me and...
- I really enjoy Zumba. It is very good for both toning and weight loss. However, the best thing I have found for weight loss is running. Nothing has worked better fo...
- OMG, I took a spinning class a couple years ago and LOVED it! It's a great challenge, you can do it at your own pace, adjust the tension the way you like it on your b...
How Do I Do It?
Asked by C.F. from Los Angeles
on March 3, 2007
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I am 31 yrs old and a mother of three, the first two were easy the weight just disappeared as soon as i gave birth, but this last baby wow she just turned one year and...
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- It is scientific, so there are no shortcuts. get on line and figure out your exact energy output per day or per week. eat 3000 units per week less than what you need ...
- There are lots of good posts here. I, like many, can completely relate. I'm 35 and was diagnosed with a thyroid disorder shortly before becoming pregnant with my son. ...
- I have done a great weight loss program. If you want more information, email me back and I will tell you more.
Does Any Bleeding at 4 Weeks Mean a Miscarriage?
Asked by C.W. from Washington DC
on February 9, 2011
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HI Ladies last night about I had some blood when I wiped. No real cramping or anything. This morning slightly more blood. Enough I wanted to put in a tampon. Sligh...
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- absolutely does not 100% mean a miscarriage - however, good that you're going to the dr. only they can tell you for sure. i had bleeding around this time (way too late...
- I had a miscarriage, and had no bleeding or cramping when the doctor discovered it on an ultrasound. On the other hand, I had bleeding around 5 weeks with my baby girl...
- Make sure you do not use tampons while pregnant. If you have to wear a pad. But i had one healthy pregnancy when we was going for our 2nd about 5 months ago at around ...
Prenatal Yoga/pilates?
Asked by S.M. from Dallas
on December 2, 2010
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Can any of you suggest a good prenatal yoga or pilates DVD? Did you guys go to yoga/pilates classes? I am just wondering what the best way to stay fit while pregnant a...
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- I absolutely loved Shiva Rea's prenatal yoga DVD. It calmed my nerves when pregnancy craziness threatened to overtake me. http://www.amazon.com/Prenatal-Yoga-Shiva...
- I used Prenatal yoga with Shiva Rea in addition to my regular work outs with my previous pregnancy. I am currently pregnant and am doing the same work out I had done ...
- I like Priscilla's Yoga Stretch. She has a prenatal DVD. She is on PBS early in the a.m., so you can check that out ebfreo you spend any $. I only hope to look half...
Looking for Prenatal Exercise Classes
Asked by M.C. from San Francisco
on February 29, 2008
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I am 5 months into my 3rd pregnancy (my youngest; however is 11 so it has been awhile). I want to start taking either a Prenatal Pilates or a Prenatal Yoga class. Anyo...
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- Harmony Birth Center offers several prenatal yoga classes in Campbell. www.harmonybirth.org
- Willow Glen Yoga has a great prenatal yoga class on Monday nights. I think it starts at 7:45pm. The first half hour is spent talking about a topic related to having a ...
- Hi M., Divya Zuccaro at Reformation Studio also does Prenatal Yoga classes. I have been to the Willow Glen ones too and they are great too. With my last child, the ...
Workout Suggestions and Weight Loss Tips
Asked by S.B. from Chicago
on May 23, 2011
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I am seeking some suggestions and tips on good exercises to do with bad knees. Also, weight loss tips that have really worked for you. Since I had my son I have held...
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- Ok, so two things that have worked for me in the past, I just need to do them again and stick to it are 1. sit on a large yoga ball instead of a chair for at least an...
- Hi S. - I had 3 kids and purchased the Slim in 6 video series by Beach Body (beachbody.com) and it WORKS! It's for all fitness levels, doesn't require a gym or fancy...
- Hey S., I lost almost 30 lbs. using the recipes and meal/snack plan in the Carb Lovers Diet Cookbook by Ellen Kunes and Frances Largeman-Roth. It's basically 3 meals ...
Prenatal Yoga in Portland
Asked by K.L. from Portland
on June 13, 2008
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I'd love a referral to an inexpensive (or reasonable) studio in Portland, Oregon. Pre/postnatal yoga, or prenatal pilates would be great - thank you! I'm just about ...
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- I second Ashley's request. I went to zenana-spa.com all throughout my pregnancy for prenatal massages, they really cater to women pre and post natal. The prenatal clas...
- I would highly recommend checking out www.motherwiseyoga.com. I took classes from Camille throughout my entire pregnancy. The classes are at Zenana Spa on SE Clinton. ...
- I tried many different prenatal yogas in Portland, and most of them are just watered down hatha: not helpful for pregnancy or preparing for birth and new baby! The be...
How to Exercise with Two Children?
Asked by M.M. from Lafayette
on January 9, 2008
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I am doing wonderful weight-wise. I gained 55 with my first, lost 65, gained 45 with my second, lost 50, so 15 lbs less than pre-pregnancy (and would be more but for t...
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- Do they nap at the same time?? I think if my boys didn't nap at the same time I would go nuts!! If they don't try waking up early ar doing it after they go to bed. ...
- There is this video that is out that is called Little Kicks Fitness Workout for Kids, Vol. 2: Bring It On! (2003) that is geared to children. Maybe when you are doing ...
- As a working mom of a toddler, I found working out first thing in the morning before anyone got up works best.
Losing Weight/ Exercising While Pregnant
Asked by L.H. from Salt Lake City
on March 10, 2011
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Hi Moms,
I had a miscarriage back in January, and am hoping to get pregnant again in the next couple of months. In the mean time since the miscarriage I have been w...
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- Each pregnancy is just so different. The only women I have ever known to lose weight with and during a pregnancy are the ones who have the worst kind of 'morning sick...
- I always lost weight in the first couple of months (only a couple of pounds). I think the healthier goal, really, is to gain less in the first 6 months. If you hav...
- To provide another perspective: With both my pregnancies I have lost weight in the first trimester due to feeling nauseated, and I started out at a healthy low weight....
