Recent content by Beth F

  1. Beth F

    green smoothies

    Acadia: Thanks for the link! I've just been adding a handful of spinach to my usual protein shakes, with mixed results. Beth
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    My new protein powder trick

    Yum! Thanks for the tip. Tried it earlier today, and it really boosted the chocolate factor in my protein shake. I'd been using chocolate syrup (:o). I'll stick with the cleaner alternative from here on out.
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    Lurkers are very interesting people...

    I tend to lurk more than post for many of the same reasons posted by others. Often, when I get the urge to post a reply, the thread has been quiet for awhile so I figure, "I'm late to the party, so why bother?" Kind of like now. :D
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    5oth anniversay ideas

    My folks celebrated their 50th a couple of years ago. My siblings & I arranged for a family photo session with a professional photographer as a gift. Easier said than done: there are five of us, all married, most with kids. It was chaotic, but fun, and my parents really appreciated the effort.
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    TRX?

    Me too!! :D After snooping around their website yesterday, I've added TRX to my wishlist. Right after a squat rack, a new barbell/plate set, kettlebells (and related DVDs, of course ;)). It never ends! :eek:
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    STS legs question

    Hi, Cindy. I like the way you worked out your schedule for Meso 2. One leg day per week isn't enough for me either. What do you do for cardio?
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    Balance Challenged LUNGES

    Hi, rosepetals. I tend to wobble on lunges as well. When I'm not paying attention, my foot placement tends to be narrow. Almost like I'm on a balance beam. :confused: I've been trying to watch more closely, and widen my stance a bit (but not too wide - not beyond shoulder width). It helps...
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    STS: Meso 3: Legs Poll

    Glad to learn I'm not the only one thinking about doing both. Haven't figured out how yet (I'm still on Meso #1, Week 4), but I really want to get the best of both worlds.
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    I want to become a Fitness Trainer, but

    Hi, Kris. I'm curious. Why did you decide to go with ISSA? Been looking at some of these programs myself. There are quite a few out there, and it's not always clear to me what the differences are. -Beth
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    Stretch Max/Band & STS

    Add me to the list! :D I've been using StretchMax on my rest days, and just did the stability ball version last night for the first time. Usually go for the mix with the resistance band, but felt like trying something new. Loved it! It worked my muscles just a little differently, and more...
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    TO LOWER 1RM OR NOT?

    I certainly understand your concern, having failed every previous attempt to follow even a one month rotation. :o
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    TO LOWER 1RM OR NOT?

    Hi, Lisa. I had the same debate with myself over the weekend, and decided to lower my weight when necessary in order to get in all of the reps. For me, the primary purpose of Meso #1 is to build endurance. Strength gains are secondary. Meso #1 is laying the foundation on which Meso's 2 & 3...
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    ab circuits

    Aren't they on the back of the DVD case? I know I've seen them.
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    Powerblocks vs Selectech dumbells

    I waffled between PowerBlocks and SelectTech, and finally went with the ST (weight range 5 - 52.5 lbs; 2.5 lb increments below 20 lbs). On the whole, I'm pleased. They still seem bulky & awkward for some moves (e.g., one arm dumbbell rows) but I'm adjusting. The dial mechanism hasn't been as...
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    I need more cardio variety for sts rotation

    Gee, thanks for helping me spend more money, A-Jock! :rolleyes: Seriously, your comments about Cardio Kicks/Circuit Max made me check out the previews. They both look like my kind of cardio. High energy, but not too "steppy". I'm in the same boat as Rachel. Looking for some new cardio to...
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