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Hi Josie, Yes. You need to factor in the weight of your bar as part of the total weight. You get credit for that too :-) Good luck!

I have several different kettlebell sizes and brands in my home gym. I started lifting with kettlebells in Dec 2005. I started with a 20lb Power Systems bell. I then added a 25lb Power Systems bell. Of all my kettlebells, I like the Power Systems brand the least; they are not well constructed...

My good friend, Lisa, at Kettlebell Inc sells storage racks at a very reasonable price. These racks are quite sturdy and are used in a few kettlebell gyms that I'm familiar with. Lisa is an invaluable resource and can answer any question that you have. Ader kettlebells are also wonderful; very...

Thanks everyone for the great suggestions! I decided to get her BM2, IMax2/C&W, and IMax3. I'm also getting her a set of hand weights to compliment her workouts. I think that I'll get her Step Blast/SJP for Valentine's day! Thank you for the suggestions. I am 150% sure that she'll be hooked...

Hi everybody, Step is definitely not my forte, but my best friend loves step and wants a high impact step workout for xmas. I'd like to solicit some input as to what you think Cathe's best step workout is. I am thinking of getting her BM2 and IMax2/C&W DVDs. Any other suggestions? I also...

Hi Sarah, A number of things jump out at me regarding this bench. As someone has already stated, you do get what you pay for (esp if you go retail), and you should consider quality construction and versatility as important factors in the buying process. I am a fitness professional and have an...

Hi Sarah, A number of things jump out at me regarding this bench. As someone has already stated, you do get what you pay for (esp if you go retail), and you should consider quality construction and versatility as important factors in the buying process. I am a fitness professional and have an...

Fun post, I'm 5'8", weight = 181 lbs, age 29 When training for strength & size: Squats: 185 (Smith machine) Leg press: 135 per side Bicep Curls: 30# dumbells Military Shoulder Press: 30# dumbells Bench Press: 185 lbs Barbell Rows: 70lb bar Seated Calf Raises: 115lbs Kettlebell...

Wow - my UPS guy definitely does not look like that guy - wowwweeee - that guy is HOT! Your friend in fitness, FitGirl-ATX My Blog: http://fitgirlatx.blogspot.com/index.html Picture Trail URL: http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/view?username=fitgirl-atx "I am only competing with the...

Hey y'all, I thought that I'd remembered seeing another Catheite build her own pull-up bar as well. Shout out to Gayle & her DH. We both got ideas from crossfit.com, but I think it's good to see different implementations before selecting or creating a design that's perfect for you. My bar is...

Hi, I actually have all of Jari's DVDs, and I love them all. My least favorite, however, is the very first "Get Ripped" original. THe other three kick my butt!! I'm more of a strength athlete, and these DVDs help test your endurance to the max. I enjoyed them thoroughly. You can't really...

Kathyrn, let me know if you have any questions regarding kettlebell training..i'm an RKC in the making; have been training with kettlebells for a little over 2 years now. Power to you, girl! Your friend in fitness, FitGirl-ATX My Blog: http://fitgirlatx.blogspot.com/index.html Picture...

Jennifer, I haven't looked at the previews in a while. I'm heading out there right now to get myself amped! :-) I love the DVD label pictures; Cathe looks so pretty! Your friend in fitness, FitGirl-ATX My Blog: http://fitgirlatx.blogspot.com/index.html Picture Trail URL...

Hi everybody, I just wanted to share the design, parts list, and pictures of a pull-up bar that we made about a month ago for our home gym. It is a ceiling mounted bar, but it could be just as easily mounted to the wall. All you have to do is find the studs and mount this puppy up. I was...

Thanks, Cathe! We must both be on the same wavelength, as I decided to focus on heavy lifting from now through the new year! Though I won't be using this specific rotation, I'm glad to see you encourage people to focus on and realize the benefits of heavy weight training. You won't get bulky...

Oh SNAP!!! That's what I'm talkin' about! WHOOHOO - just in time to complete my first full P90X rotation and then follow it up with the +. Thanks for the post; I was feein' for a P90X update. Your friend in fitness, FitGirl-ATX My Blog: http://fitgirlatx.blogspot.com/index.html Picture...

I'm 29...preparing for the big 3-0 in December Your friend in fitness, FitGirl-ATX My Blog: http://fitgirlatx.blogspot.com/index.html Picture Trail URL: http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/view?username=fitgirl-atx "I am only competing with the me I have yet to be..."

Based on this thread, I purchased the BSN Lean Dessert protein today, and all I can say is WOW. I thought that the ads and the name were all hype, but this protein is very palatable, even when mixed with just water. I purchased the "Whipped Vanilla" flavor, and it tastes really good (and I'm...

Hi ladies, After seeing this post, I did some searching on this package. I still was unable to find any clips of the workouts, but I did find some pretty decent reviews. I took a chance and bought the DVDs only on Amazon.com. As luck would have it, a seller was selling 1 copy of the DVDs for...

I own (and love) the xVest. The x2 only goes up to 20 pounds. I got a 40lber in case my SO wants to use it. I like to walk/jog with a 10 lb weighted vest; trust me, it takes walking to an entirely different level :-) You can also do low impact aerobics, use it to up the amount of body weight...