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If you want an exact measurement of your distance and speed, I would go for the Garmin. It is much more precise to measure distance with satelites than based on your average stride lenght. Take care, Ady

I am so sorry that you had to go through this!!!!! I, personally, am very scared of dogs, and have had several unpleasant experiences while running outdoors. Although there are some exceptions, these types of encounters can usually be blamed on irresponsible owners who do not watch their dogs...

I am a severe overpronator with hypermobility in my ankle joints and EXTREMELY narrow feet. For running (I run a marathon each year) I wear new balance shoes with custom orthotics made by my podiatrist. I have been wearing the new balance 850's series since they first came out (i.e. 857 is the...

If you want a more advanced version of High Step Circuit, you may want to try High Step Training. I just finished doing it for the first time and absolutely loved it!!! I can't say I've tried Imax 2, but I can definitely tell you that Imax 3 is fantastic! If you like kickboxing, then you...

Does anyone know if Rykas come in different width sizes? I have very narrow feet and have always stuck to New Balance because I can get my shoes in 2A width. I would be curious to try Rykas if they make them narrow enough for me. Take care, Ady

Yes, it does seem big at first, but you will get used to it. When I first got it, my brother called my a psychotic running nerd from outer space!!!! However, I noticed that MANY people had it at the last marathon I participated in, and believe me, none of these runners looked like psychotic...

Thanks, everyone, for all the great advice. I have decided to get both!!!! Take care, Ady

I would be very curious to know exactly what Cathe's workout routine is like. She has mentioned on other posts that she teaches several classes per week and trains each body part about once per week. Does she train them in a similar manner to the excercises in her DVD's or does she use...

I am on a pill called Marvelon (I believe its American name is Desogen) and it has not affected my weight at all. I know several other people who are on the same pill and have not had any changes either. Also, my periods no longer hurt which is a huge plus for me because they used to make me...

I would get muscle max!!! It is very comprehensive and covers everything in just over an hour. Take care, Ady

I would definitely get it!!! I have the 205 which is exactly the same thing as the 305 but without the heart rate monitor. I used to have the 201 (the older model), but the gps sensor on the 205/305 is much more sensitive and will not cut out as much if you are running in trails. I have used...

I would definitely go for the salad bar first and try to fill up on veggies and healthy toppings. These types of buffets often have soups. If there is a vegetable soup with no cream that might be good idea too because the water content will help curb your appetite. I don't know that I would...

Hi Klaudia, First, make sure you put lots of polysporin on your blister so it won't get infected. What I usually do with new shoes (of any kind) is put a bandaid on the spots where I think blisters could potentially develop. This is a great preventative method!!! Also, at my marathon...

Hi Everyone, I am debating whether to get the Firm Fanny Lifter or the original High Step. The Fanny Lifter is significantly less expensive and it goes up to 14 inches, which is the same as the high step with 5 risers. For those of you who have tried both, which is sturdier? Does it...

While we're on the topic of skin care products, I just tried the olay regenerist skin regenerating serum and the regenerist skin polishing mask. They are fantastic!! I can already see a difference in the smoothness of my skin. They are definitely worth trying!!!! Take care, Ady

Hi Lynn, I was told the exact same thing by a trainer at my gym several years ago. He said that there is no added benefit for the shoulder muscles from starting the presses below 90 degrees, and that doing this could cause shoulder problems in the long run. He said that you don't see anyone...

Muscle Max for sure!!!!! If you are doing 2 strength workouts per week and would be open to trying a split, you may want to consier pyramid upper and lower body. Difinitely get Muscle Max though!!!!

If I have to pick between Imax 2 and Cardio Fusion, which should I get? Which is harder? I already have Imax 3 so would I be better off getting cardio fusion for more variety? Ady

Hi Brenda, I'm not Cathe but I have a few suggestions... 1) Have you tried push-up stands? They make push-ups much easier on your wrists. 2) Take an extra-stong excercise tube (the kind with the handles) and hook it into something solid that is at about chest height. Take one handle in...

Thanks for the info!!! I got some new balance cross trainers this morning. They are the only company that makes shoes narrow enough to support my skinny, overpronating feet. I just did Imax 3 and Muscle Max legs. The difference is incredible!!!! Having proper shoes made the jumps in Imax so...