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Hi All! I am looking for some advanced stretch workouts, preferably available on DVD. I already have the Aussie Fit Stretch and Flex workout, and have (of course!!) ordered Cathe's new stretch workout DVD. However, I am looking for something else that will really challenge my flexibilty and...

Hi! I just wanted to say "thanks" for the feedback and advice here and to let you know that I had a little baby girl on Monday evening at 6.51pm. She weighed in at 8lb 2oz and we have called her Emily Amanda. I did end up being induced, and fortunately it worked first time. Labour was about 4...

Hi All! I haven't posted here much lately due to a difficult 2nd pregnancy, which has now resulted in me being booked in to be induced on Monday of next week. I will be 38 weeks by then, and the Doctors are happy with the size/health of the baby (my son came at 38 weeks and was 8lb 9oz, so I...

RE: Implantation Bleeding & Socialized Medicine! I WAS pregnant in 2002-2003 (had my little boy in Jan 2003 - he's 20 months now - yikes!!). I'm touched that you remember! I always remember you, as I love your user name (I'm a big "LOTR" fan!!) and I do remember that you were due not long after...

Hi Foolofatook! I had implantation bleeding with my current pregnancy (am 35 weeks and counting the days now, LOL!). It only lasted about 24 hours and was very light, altho it was still enough to make me think I was getting my period, so I didn't bother doing a pregnancy test until a few days...

Hi Andrea! I searched high and low for a UK supplier of the High Step. I eventually found a company who advised me that any "new" product which has been produced in the US normally takes at least 18 months to transfer to the UK market. Something to do with there being a "test" period in case...

Hi Guys! Many thanks for the advice - I will try out some of your suggestions and let you know how I get on! I did Muscle Endurance today, and did the tricep kickbacks and one-arm rows in a seated position on the high-step and for some reason this did not aggravate my shoulder?? Must be the...

Hi All, I realise Cathe is away, but was hoping for some help from the "educated crowd"!! I'm currently not able to do one arm (or double arm) rows as it is causing pinchment in my shoulders. I have tried modifying to a more upright position and it makes no difference. I am just wondering if...

I live in the UK, so our "terms of reference" may differ, but over here a Homeopath is someone who specialises in natural homeopathic remedies such as arnica, sepia, aconite, etc, to name just a few! Not sure if a Homeopath would go by a different name in the US? There are lots of different...

RE: Kaz! Debbie - are you kidding? - that would be great!! I genuinely didn't expect that! Thank you so much for the offer! I have this problem buying workouts all the time - Firm Direct have also recently had a sale on their DVD's but again, they don't ship to the UK. DVD Pacific are a great...

RE: Kaz! Hi Debbie! I DO understand what you mean, Lol! Is it "great minds think alike" or "fools never differ"?? - the first one I like to think ;) I will definitely try it both ways next time I do L&G. I know exactly what you mean about working HARDER when the muscle has been allowed to...

Hi All! I am currently 22 weeks pregnant with No 2 and for the last day or so have been experiencing alot of pain in my left breast. It is only in my left breast which aches and stings and is very tender to touch and I keep getting shooting pains through it. I didn't have anything like this...

Hi Targetlover! I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this! I am also pregnant (currently 22 weeks with No 2) and have experienced panic attacks for most of my adult life. A couple of years ago I started seeing a homeopath (she is also a counsellor) who (most importantly!)...

RE: Leslie! Hi Debbie! Yes - it's the sculpted buns one that has the floorwork, although it should really be called "Sculped ABS, Hips and Thighs" as (I believe!) about half of the 30 minute workout is focused on the abs and the other half is floorwork for the legs and buns. I'm not able...

Thanks for the advice! The problem is that my hamstring goes into cramp in the first couples of pulses - how weak am I, Lol?! Debbie - doing those last 7 pulses on the other leg is a really good idea - I will give this a try (and yes, I did understand what you meant!! ;)) Cathy - I...

Hi Cathe! I'm wondering if you can help me with something? I always get cramp whilst doing the hamstring raises in Legs and Glutes. I have adjusted my position, altered the height of the High Step up and down, and tried a hamstring stretch before doing this particular exercise, but it makes...

Hi Hopeful! Thanks for the heads up! I don't currently own any Fitprime tapes, but due to some "injuries" have been looking into more low-impact, endurance/strength type workouts, and Fitprime has been on my list of workouts to "research". I am still on the fence a little, as some of the...

Hi All, Thank you so much for all your wonderful and helpful replies! Debbie - please don't apologise for your first post - nothing to apologise for! I really appreciate your honest and caring advice and opinions! I am just sorry that you have had to deal with such problems. I should...

Hi! I have problems with my lower back and knees, and have also been suffering with sore/stiff achilles tendons recently, and am thinking of sticking to just strength/endurance type of workouts for a little while, as cardio seems to aggravate these problems. I am intrigued to know if...

Hi All! I am nearly 18 weeks pregnant with #2. I am still able to do plank work and stability ball exercises including full pikes on the ball without any discomfort. However, it occurs to me that whilst I CAN still do them, should I be? Or am I causing unknown damage to me/the baby which may...