Recent content by Farah636

I think you're right. Actually, I woke up this morning thinking, "ugh, why did I post all of that? I *know* thinking about him in any way -- even in the context of friendship -- is crazy and should be avoided!!" I think maybe just feeling lonely, and recently hearing about him quite a bit...

Hope it's ok that I'm posting this really off-topic post, lol, but I guess this is the place to put it, isn't it? Well, here's my question. Burnt/broken bridges: mend or leave alone? Context! Since moving away for college and later grad school, I've lost touch with my hometown friends...

Hi Sarafit, Short answer: A fitness instructor should be ft enough to teach his/her class without plopping over halfway through. That's it! Longer answer: Yes, some clients are going to go "um, she doesn't LOOK like a fitness expert" and not give you a chance, but others WILL give you a...

Aaaah, I'm so excited AND nervous about jumping into this! Thank you for your great suggestions! :) Let me know what you hear, Mspina!

definitely give a gift -- did they register anywhere? b/c then you could give them whatever they need. If not, cash is always an option -- though I'm never quite sure how much to give. $100 seems like a lot, but perhaps reasonable if it's a big, fancy wedding. If it's low key, you could do a bit...

you're right, that is something I should look into. Thanks for suggesting that! The only liability-related issue I had previously thought of is if people had pre-existing conditions, like heart issues or a pregnancy, in which case I could just say "sorry, I don't want to risk your health." But...

Hi Cathletes! I have a business related question and I wanted to get some opinions. While I'm a grad student hoping to pursue a career in academia, I've always wanted to have my own small side business in fitness. I've been working as a group fitness instructor for a few years now (at my...

Sorry, I didn't notice the later comments til just now! Thank you, ladies. It's amazing to be able to just...come on here, cry about a problem to folks I don't really know, but still get support. Hooray for Cathletes. :D Well, since writing last, I definitely feel better and kind of moved on...

I'm 26 and have been doing Cathe dvds since I was about 20, I think...with the Basic Step dvd that came with the step. Have come a long way since then. :D Man, I really wanted to be the baby of this group, but a few 24-25 year olds beat me. :p

My first exposure to Cathe was when my sister and I bought a step and her Basic Step dvd came with it. A couple years later I was surfing for new dvds and thought, "hmm, I like that Cathe lady and her style..wonder if she has more advanced workouts I can do..." Indeed she did. :D IMO, one of...

Thank you for your comments. Having sat with all of this for a bit I think I've managed to cool off a bit and am thinking more clearly now. I suppose just letting it all be is the best thing to do. And there is some comfort to be had in knowing that I'm better off without him. I know this might...

I'm 26 and in the past year or so I got to thinking about my pace now and how it compares to a few years ago -- I feel like I had way more stamina then...no workout was too challenging for me, and I had an endless supply of energy...but now...I'm still advanced, but now and then I'll do a...

Hey Cathletes, I've been having a pretty crappy past few weeks and I think it just culminated in me hitting rock bottom today. Sorta. I feel the need to back up a bit and explain where this all started: So, I moved out to CA last fall for graduate school. Met this guy in my department who...

My sister and I are actually planning a -tentative - roadtrip through the Pacific NW for next month! We're starting in Davis, CA where I live, and make it all the way through Vancouver. I wouldn't mind some recommendations either. ;) Hopefully I'll have advice to give after my trip, if we take it!

LOL meh, I wear sports bras 90% of the time anyway b/c they're more comfortable than regular bras...so, I guess I'm good? But good to get feedback about this. I think I'll make a conscious effort to wear them when I work out instead throwing anything on.