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I would guess that doing one legged squats for the weaker side would help (with the other leg resting on a step behind you). Not sure if this would make glute development uneven though. The only way I can think of to isolate the weaker quad would be to do leg extensions in a gym. To simulate...

I would guess that doing one legged squats for the weaker side would help (with the other leg resting on a step behind you). Not sure if this would make glute development uneven though. The only way I can think of to isolate the weaker quad would be to do leg extensions in a gym. To simulate...

I know what you mean, Winter. When I do lunges, I'm never quite sure if I should try to divide the effort evenly over front and back leg. I find that my front quad feels like it is doing most of the work, so I try to get my back leg to take some of the weight so that more muscles benefit, and my...

I know what you mean, Winter. When I do lunges, I'm never quite sure if I should try to divide the effort evenly over front and back leg. I find that my front quad feels like it is doing most of the work, so I try to get my back leg to take some of the weight so that more muscles benefit, and my...

Most fun - Power Hour. Also, the full body premix on the Pyramids DVD. Most effective - Maximum Intensity Strength.

Anyone tried the gym stick? I read about it in Ultra fit magazine, and it looks like an interesting alternative to bands/tubes (although more expensive). http://www.gymstick.net

I always feel pushups in my triceps, not my chest. Sharon

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For those asking about the tank top rotation, I copied this from Dutchgirl's post in another thread... ---------------------------------------------------------- Here it is Lorihart! Here is the famous original Tank Top rotation by Marlene. Day 1: PS Chest, Back, Shoulders, Biceps,and...

Thanks for the comments so far. Michelle, I really like PS shoulders as well. I want to train heavy to add some muscle to my upper body. I like the Slow Heavy series except for shoulders (just don't feel much from the isolation exercises) and except legs(not good for my knees). So, I might...

Hi everyone! People talk about how different people respond in different ways to different styles of weight training, and that you have to experiment to find out what gives you your desired results. Well... I don't think I have ever stuck to any one type of training for long enough to really...

Hi Melissa, not Cathe, but just wanted to draw your attention to a rotaion that Cathe posted last June after the beginner videos came out - see below. By the way, congratualtions! Sharon :-) --------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Everyone! Sorry that I am having...

According to HST (hypertrophy-specific training - see link below), you can build muscle with total body workouts 3 times per week. With this type of training, you have a 1-2 week deconditioning period where you rest the muscles. Then, you start light and build up over 2 weeks to your 15 rep max...

I've never been able to do 6 Cathe workouts per week as in Cathe's rotations, and have always been a bit frustated that I haven't reached the fitness level required. I mentioned this to my chiropractor, and she was pretty horrified that I was expecting that of myself. This wasn't just because I...

RE: What's your I've been trying food combining lately (keeping concentrated proteins and concentrated starches separate, and fruit on its own) because my IBS (stomach cramps after eating) has been pretty bad. It seems to be helping. It is also making my diet healthier because I eat either...

You may already do this, but make sure that you eat breakfast, and then eat every few hours for maximum fat loss/muscle gain. Make sure that all meals/snacks are balanced with protein, carbs and fat. Sharon:-)

Bumping - hoping that Cathe answers. My thoughts - My understanding is that cardio only inhibits muscle growth if calorie intake is too low. I would say try a rotation for a month and see what happens. I think PS is a good series for muscle growth. Also, the Gym Styles and the Slow & Heavy...

I know that Cathe prefers to use the band for only certain exercises, but I think it would be great to have a short but intense band workout that could be used whilst traveling. It would also be good for beginners who don't yet have weights etc. Sharon :)

I think one body part per day would be good for you. You might want to do it first (before cardio) to get it out of the way so that you can enjoy your cardio. You might need to do a leg day without cardio (similar to the CTX series). Or, if really want to do cardio every day, you could do your...

Cardio makes my nose run as well. Also, going into a warm room from outside, a hot drink, spicy food, cat hair......