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Hi, Cathe--I've been battling a knee injury since before Christmas (I'm truly with you in spirit these days :)) and am just starting to get back to where I can start working out a bit. My accupuncturist (I had the same problem with my other knee 8 years ago, had surgery, wasn't thrilled with the...

Hang in there, Cathe. I've been battling a knee injury for about the same length of time you've been dealing with your injuries and still have a long way to go; I feel your pain (literally!). It takes MUCH longer to heal than we would like, unfortunately (especially as we get older--blech!)...

Hi, Jenni-- Sorry to hear about your kitty, but it is something that's very common and very treatable. Our kitty had it for years, and she did just fine. The shots took some getting used to (on me and DH's part!), but she was fine with them. Sometimes we had to tag-team her if she wasn't in...

Hi, Cathe-- I just read your update from Thursday. I'm so sorry to hear about your injury! I'm very interested in it, too, I'm sorry to say. I just injured my knee about a month ago. I had the same problem in my other knee 8 years ago, and, because I didn't know what it was, I just kept doing...

I have this problem, too! I've always assumed it's because I have such small girly-hands! I'd be interested to know if there's something that can be done to alleviate this. I always wear padded gloves, and it does help, but with that heavy weight, I'm always crying by the last few reps and...

Hi, Gloria-- Do you have a CD burner on your computer? I usually make my own tapes (I only have a portable tape player). I look at all my CDs and pick the songs that are the most upbeat and fast tempo. You definitely want music to get you moving! Have fun! -Marie:-)

One thing that can be used as a walker is milk crates. Get two of them, put one on top of the other, and fasten them together (duct tape works well). Your daughter can stand behind this, hold on and push it while she "skates." It works really well, and it does save your back from having to be...

After all this, I just went back to aviaselect.com, and the only sizes they have available are 9 and 10--ugh!!!x( I'll have to search some other sites......more online shopping, oh well!:-) -Marie

Debbie, you sound just like me; I always wear a 6 in street shoes but just about always wear a 6.5 in sneakers. I found a pair of old Avias I had worn years ago (yes, I am a complete pack-rat!), and they were a size 6. I tried them on, and they felt too snug. I think I'm going to try the 6.5...

Thanks for the replies, everyone! Sounds like some people need the extra half-size and some don't--figures!!:P I'm thinking I might have an old pair at home; if I can find them, maybe I'll check the size on those and order accordingly.....thanks again! -Marie:-)

Hi, everyone-- I just went to aviaselect.com to order the 672s that Cathe wears in Kick Max. According to their sizing guidelines, I'd wear a size 5.5. I normally wear a size 6 shoe, and in sneakers I'm almost always a 6.5. I NEVER wear a 5.5, so I was really surprised that that's what my...

ROFLMAO, Kathryn!!! "Wow--what's that in my underwear!" I will never look at those chips again in the supermarket without cracking up!:7 :7 :7 -Marie:-)

Hi, Kristi-- I don't follow any specific diet--just not disciplined enough! However, by gleaning bits of info from several sources, mostly this forum and the Body for Life website (very helpful diet info there), I was able to make some small changes that made big differences. I basically...

Just turned 40 this year, about a month after Cathe did. I can't tell you how motivating it is to see someone our age looking as awesome as Cathe does! Definitely takes the sting out of getting older--at least a little! ;-) Seriously, working out with Cathe has gotten me in the best shape...

This is just unbelievable, isn't it? I keep waiting to wake up from this wonderful dream! A friend emailed me pictures of the front pages of some of today's NY papers--priceless and sooo sweet! And here are a few random funny comments from the radio today: -Who's your daddy? Ask the...

You're awesome, Cathe! Thank you so much for everything you do! -Marie:-) :-) :-)

Hi, Karen-- I think it's fine as long as you feel ok. I know I can't run on consecutive days, but that's because I have knee problems. A lot of people I work with are runners, and they run several days a week with no ill effects. I've even read about people called "streakers" who for...

Hi, Stacy-- I couldn't agree more with Karen. For your first pair, you really should go to a specialty running store. They look at your feet, watch you walk, ask specific questions about your running habits and then make shoe recommendations from there. If price is an issue, let them know...

Cathe, it's so nice that you mentioned how kind the vet has been. When we put our cat down, they actually sent us a card that everyone in the office had signed. They're incredible people, aren't they? I'm sure everyone here is thinking of you and your family. God bless, Marie

Hi, Here's another vote for getting a stability ball! The work that Cathe does on it is really challenging to your core, as well as your lower body (the floorwork she does with it in PLB is killer!). I would, however, recommend getting a good quality, anti-burst ball. I got mine from Power...