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    Is ACE certification the way to go?

    Hi. ACE is certainly a fine and well recognized cert. AAFA is too. I am certified with ISSA International Sports Sciences and I am happy with it--plus all of the gyms (Bally's; Lifefitness; YMCA) accept trainers with any of the three I've mentioned--plus there are some others out there, too...
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    Cathe - isn't today your birthday?

    Happy, happy birthday and many more to come. You mean a heck of a lot to a lot of people. Me included. Your friend, murph
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    step and abs

    Body Max++awesome, multi-use tape. Murph
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    So fun!

    Good for you guys!! Working out with DH: Just take my advice and let him 'do his thing.." the form won't be perfect--or maybe even good--:only say something if it's DANGEROUS! ;-) murph
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    ? Injured - Need Substitution

    Suggestions Do Pilates "side series"--get a Jennifer Kries tape. Focus on mat leg work such as Firms legs & Abs floor work only; do cathe's Pure Strength leg work--except for lunges, of course. You may skip calf raises, too. As for cardio--do low Impact such as Charlene Prickett; Karen...
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    Break-ups and staying motivated . . .

    Lynnesq2 and R Burke Just a cyber hug for both of you. Very tough. You will find your way--and these things have happened to open new doors for you..Believe It..Envision It. Your Friend, Murph
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    Anyone ACE certified? "Personal Trainer"

    I am certified througn ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association and the total cost was about $450.00--plus add your travel and expenses for a two day testing seminar.) It was worth it. i enjoy every ounce of knowledge I gained. murph
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    Yikes! My first Hi-Lo class is tonight!

    Good For You! Thinking of you--although I'll be out of town til Friday--but, will be awaiting word of your first clases. I'm sure you'll have done great!! Rubber Cake :9
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    One more ? for the educated crowd!

    Joyce Vedral's books are mostly for "dumbells"??? probably. ;-)
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    Newbie Question for Cathe

    oh, wow, Seabush Give yourself some time!!! :-wow You just started Cathe--and do be doing 30 minutes of anything of Cathe's is Great!! Keep going...it'll come. Murph
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    Help ease my mind....

    not to worry "softer" workouts will not hurt you; right now you KNEED them!! :-gloat The most KEY THING (I have found) is that you continue to do something and do not lose the Habit of doing something. What the SOMETHING is is less important...Murph
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    Do you feel bad?

    this is interesting because I am a 7 day a week person. But this year I've had to cut back due to injuries. I still work out--but it has been Pilates, Callanetics, low impact, some non-impact kickboxing--and weights. The two points are: I have not ballooned in size and yes, it's the mental...
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    Mindy Mylrea Fans???

    She's a Hoot. Mindy makes me laugh--although I find her workouts un-even in terms of cuing and safety. Another poster told about paper plates and wierd moves. I agree. I would be very careful trying to do Everything Mindy shows on a tape...but, I like her. Slammin Sports being my favorite of...
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    I Did It!!!

    Tha's Real GOOOOD!! Murph
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    New & Male Cathe fan!

    Hi, PK!! I agree with the recommend of Mega Step Blast. Try just that one--it is Hard, well instructed. If you like it, you can move on to Step Fit, Step Heat and some others. Welcome!! Murph
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    Babies?

    well, Beets. This is so personal a topic... I chose not to at an early age. I am now 50 and I have never regretted my choice for one instant--but, I TOTALLY RESPECT THOSE WHO DO IT. I am No Help to you. It's a very personal choice. Murph
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    Me, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer!

    Whoa!! I've been out of town--Congratulations! What FUN!! It is fun, isn't it?? Hope to see you in June. Your Friend, Murph
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    Knee Pain - Chondromalacia

    ICE over heat in almost 99% of cases.
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    What Are Your Quirks?

    RE: Hey you guys, when Cathe gets back... no, she won't throw us out. we all share the state of womanhood. Quirky. :-cool
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    You knew s/he was the one when...?

    all of these stories are very moving and GOOD!! I knew when I saw George (I wasn't looking for a man at the time); thought he had beautiful hands; aND INVITED HIM TO "ASK ME OUT." He did--we married 5 years later--and it's 21 years and going strong...
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