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Excersise
Asked by K.M. from Detroit
on January 15, 2012
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Ok Hopefully you all can give me answers 1st ? when working out if you wear fitted or suppotive clothes will you burn more fat? Is running better than fast walking to ...
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- What you wear doesn't matter, but if looking nice puts you in a good mood id splurge on some fitness attire if I were you, look good, feel good gave more motivation,. ...
- I don't think the type of clothing contributes to amount of fat burning. If an item "claims to burn more fat," then it's most certainly a sham. As for running vs. ...
- Aside for those crazy suits that make you sweat off water weight attire makes no difference. Running vs walking, actually walking fast burns more calories than runn...
Treadmill Recommendations Under $1000
Asked by K.M. from Chicago
on August 27, 2011
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Hi Mommas! I am not a serious or marathon runner, just trying to burn some calories! I am looking for a decent treadmill to jog on about 20 minutes a day. It doesn't n...
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- I love my treadmill (true running is hard on your joints). You can always walk at a fast pace on it w/hand weights. I would either buy new at Target, Walmart or a gy...
- Smooth is the best, and has the best motors and warranty. I have the entry level one, it is basic, but it has been going strong for 4 years. It cost about $799 with fr...
- You can find a good norditrac at sears on sale for 700 to 1000. Totally wait for a sale so you get a more expensive one for your money. My work pays a percentage bac...
Which Piece of Fitness Equipment Is Best for in the Home?
Asked by B.T. from Cleveland
on February 24, 2009
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Hi Mammas. I am tired of not doing any exercise so my husband and I are looking at getting something for our home. We just want one thing that we can both use, nothing...
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- I would get a treamill. It would be good and you do get an all over exercise that really stimulates you. Good Luck and welcome to our Beautiful America K.
- B. The best piece of equipment (and I have gone through a few) in my opinion is the Wii fit! Everything from yoga to aerobics to strength workout and if you're gonna...
- I'm curious to hear what other mamas have to say too! However, I have several friends who love their elliptical machines . . . they would say that is the way to go!
Rollerblading/ice skating....while Pregnant?
Asked by A.G. from Houston
on October 2, 2011
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a spin off of my biking question.
What do you think about rollerblading/skating/ice skating while pregnant?
I did it today and was wondering if id continue as i ...
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- I said yes to the biking but I'm going to say no to the rollerblading/ice skating. I probably feel that way because I can handle myself on a bike but not skating. I gu...
- Well, on a bike the chance of falling and landing directly on your hiney is slim. The chance of handle bars hitting your stomach is very real but the baby is deep insi...
- your sence of balance will be really off with a thrity lb belly soon. i personally would not risk falling on my baby. incase someone else ran into you or got in your w...
Health Club Ettiquette
Asked by M.H. from Charlotte
on January 28, 2011
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Hi Moms,
I would like to vent about health club ettiquette. Lately at my health club, I have been feeling like I am in the twilight zone. Over the past couple of ...
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- Perhaps they just "always" use that one. Or is there a TV positioned so that the best viewing is from that one? Maybe they are looking for a friend and are hoping to...
- Maybe you're right next to their favorite machine. I have certain bikes, ellipticals, treadmills, etc that I favor over others. If the one I favor is free and the...
- At my club, the many TV's on are on different channels, which I think is what determines where many people go in the long rows of ellipticals, bikes and treadmills. Pe...
Advice for Testing for Dyslexia
Asked by D.S. from San Francisco
on April 1, 2008
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I believe my son has Dyslexia. He is 8 1/2 and in the second grade. Last fall, I had him tested at school because his teacher and I believe he has a learning disabil...
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- D., Education.com has several articles / resources about Dyslexia. http://www.education.com/reference/topic/SpecialNeeds_Dyslexia/ You might try emailing them t...
- Go to Susan Barton's website. You can google it. For reading tutors, I believe the website is susanbartonreading.com. Also, check out the dyslexia association which...
- I really like Upgrade Reading. Jessica is an incredibly astute evaluator and will let you know if you need to go have your son evaluated in a broader setting, or they...
Discouraged Due to Flabby Tummy LOL
Asked by S.D. from Washington DC
on October 23, 2010
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I have been trying to lose weight but I have not been successful. My tummy is just round and flabby! My daughter loves to make it jiggle :O LOL I try to keep a posit...
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- Try eating more. Sounds counter intuitive, but if you could eat an apple, a large broth, plain vegetables, etc. every time you are hungry, before you eat your usual me...
- Three words-"South Beach Diet".
- my doctor (who is also a woman with children) recommended rowing for me... I am very slim of build and do not need to lose a pound but have the tummy flab from having ...
Easter Basket for Husband
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on April 21, 2011
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I would love to get a little basket of goodies together for my husband. He has been so helpful lately around the house and with the new baby (after many "discussions"...
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- 6 pack=guy flowers! :) Updated 6 pack=guy flowers! :)
- What about something for his desk or office? Small football Door basketball / Trashcan basketball Golf tees
- How about golf balls, tees and/or some new golf gloves. If he has an Apple Ipod of some sort, how about an ITune gift card. Other things he may/may not like s...
Does Anyone Know What the Best Cardio for Your Butt and Legs?
Asked by L.L. from Dallas
on December 1, 2007
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I'm looking for the best cardio for my legs and butt, I do several different cardio machines including bike and treadmill, but which is the best if your trying to lose...
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- Pilates!!! Its a great workout for every muscle in your body!! I also have an eliptical... this will slim you down and tone and the same time!!
- I would suggest you get into a pilates routine. It is great because it limbers you up - you use deep muscle movements and it creates a lean and toned look.
- L. L., Greetings. I've been a Group Fitnees Instructor & Personal Trainer for 14yrs now. In answer to your question...we cannot "spot reduce" our bodies. Meaning, ...
145 Lbs
Asked by S.!. from Los Angeles
on August 22, 2011
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No more excuses... I bought a (used) treadmill this weekend and am determined to say bye-bye to the baby weight. My short term goal is 130 lbs and long term goal is 1...
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- Yep I could use the accountability. Down 6 pounds but blew it this last weekend...Darned monthly visitor....I know no excuses LOL! Good for you.
- Ditto what mamamia said below.. that is a great website and free..
- I'm in! I'm at 151 lbs down from 182 just over a year ago. I have NO idea how I gained the weight in the first place (okay, maybe munching chicken nuggets with a toddl...
