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 Abs Is it normal top to have menstral spotting during exercising though it's not your normal menstral time? Should I be concerned?
2/14/2004
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 Abs HI.. I work for an orthodontic office and we meet every morning for a 20 minute meeting before patients. We would love to have some type of 10 min. exercise to get everyone geared up for the day. We have a fun office however everyone seems to dragging in the morning anymore and I would like to do something to get us pumped up for the day. Any help?
1/2/2024
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 Abs Hi Norma. My arms ar so skinny. I am currently lifting 8lb. dumbells to add muscle and some nice sexy shape to my arms, am hoping to eventually go up to 10 lbs, but don't want to lift more than that. My question for you: Is it true you can build muscle and add definition to arms by using a light weight but doing more reps ? I want to build muscle I just want to make sure I'm doing it right. I do 8 various arm & upper back moves with 8lbs. 4x a week I do 3 sets. 20-25 reps each. my arms burn and actually shake when I'm done. Am I doing enough for my arms and to achieve the look I want. Also, how long will it take to see results ? I have been doing this about 3 weeks now. When will I see the little cuts and lines of definition and muscle that I so want ? Please be as specific as possible !!! Thank You
1/2/2024
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 Abs Hi Norma. I train my abs 5 days a week using 2 abs videos. My abs seem to show a little, but I want more definition. Also I have some extra skin or fat over my abs, not quite sure if it's fat or skin ? but anyway, If I continue to eat right and train my abs 5 days a week will the muscles eventually push up against the skin so they can be seen more, and I'll see more definition ? Also are lines on both sides of abs definition ? I want to make sure I'm seeing what I'm suppossed to be seeing. I'm also thinking of trying to lose a few pounds, so my abs will show even more. Also, I have been trying to tone my arms and give them some sexy sculpt and shape. I do a variety of exercises for my arms with 5 & 8 lb. dumbells. I have been doing that 4 days a week for 2 weeks now, can you tell me when will I start to see some form take shape and some muscle ? My arms are way to skinny. Thanks Norma.
12/15/2003
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 Abs I am a 37 yr. old female, 128 lbs. I ride a stationary bike 5 days a week for 30 min. and drink plenty of water, and do strength training plus ab work 4 days a week. I do 2 videos for abs. The firm ab sculpt, and I want those abs. I can see some definition on the sides of my abs, and a little line in the middle of my upper abs in the right light and if I don't slouch, I pray it's not my eyes playing a game with me. Is this a sign of beginning definition ? Also, for my size I don't need to lose weight I think, but how do I get rid of the jiggly, excess skin over my abs, I don't think it's fat. And I cannot afford any surgery. I only see it if I'm lying down or sitting, real loose, and jelly like, with a couple of rolls, but when I'm standing it looks good. Maybe it's normal to have some excess skin, but can I shrink it with exercise ? I'm afraid if I loose weight, the skin will get looser !!! If I continue to exercise will the ab muscles eventually push up against the skin making it look more smooth and defined ? Please respond back to my question to let me know if I am doind everything right. Thank You
12/12/2023
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 Abs I am almost 20 yrs old and i want a flat tummy. im 5 ft tall and weigh 92 lbs but i have a pudge. i dont want to go on any diet and i read advice on a few people that said something about pilates. what is that and what can i do to help tighten my tummy? thanks, Kristen
11/21/2003
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 Abs I am 47 and I work out 6 days a week. On alternating days I run 3 miles on the treadmill and I do the new firm workout video with weights. I am @ 140 lbs 5'5'' and I am getting firmer but I don't seem to be losing inches and I eat pretty health..what am I doing wrong?
10/21/2003
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 Abs I try to workout and increase my heart rate but when I do this I get chest pains. I am not doing to much it happens even if I am playing tag with my children what can I do to make my heart stronger with out causing problems?
5/28/2003
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 Abs i was wondering if i use a treadmill 4-5 times a week how soon will i see results?
5/28/2003
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 Abs Now that I have a job where as I'm not moving lot, How do I stay in shape? And how can I keep my stomcah flat without loosing weight anywhere else?
5/3/2024
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 Abs hi! I am a 22yr old female, i used to be fit and was contented with my 160lbs weight. but due to stress and my job i fell behind and stopped exercising and eating right. i gained 35 lbs in 9 months. how do i loose those the lbs quickly and go back to my original weight while keeping it off in the future and staying healthy?
5/3/2024
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 Legs what are plies
4/7/2024
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 Abs Hi Norma I intend to lose weight on my legs when dieting, when the only problem i do have is my stomach. i pick up on that place, my legs are very skinny and i have broad shoulders. so you can picture what i look like, if i lose on my stomach then i lose on my legs. this really makes me feel unattractive, can you help thanks, Rose
4/5/2024
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 Abs I am 13 years lod. I weight 135 lbs. My stomach and thighs are big . How can i get them smaller within 3 weeks.I have one of them exercise bycicles. How long would i have to do that a day? My goal is around 110-115 lbs. Please Help. Thank You.
4/5/2024
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 Abs I am 16 years old and i hate to look at myself in the mirror. im not overweight but my thighs and butt are not what u would call small. I have always wished for thighs that when i walk they dont touch. I just got home from trying on a bathing suit, bt my thighs are so ugly and big. I came home and shut my door. look at my legs and butt area and cried. Now i am looking online to help me. Please ! can you help?
4/5/2024
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 Abs I am very thin and have been all my life. I am naturally thin and never exercise and always eat whatever I want. Recently, I noticed that my legs and butt have gained a little fat and now I want to tone them. I would like to be healthy and start working out for health reasons and also to tone up my body, but I am afraid that exercise will make me lose weight and I DON'T want to lose ANY weight. What can I do to exercise and become fit without losing any weight or making myself look any thinner? By the way, I am a 28 yr. old female (in case that is important for you to know). Thanks!
3/26/2003
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 Misc. When i walk on my tredmill or walk outside my toes start to fall asleep and works slowly up the back of my legs to the buttucks area. It usaully takes about 10 mins before I feel this. What should I do and what is causing this problem. thanks........................ Charmaine
3/26/2003
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 Abs what is pilplates?
2/24/2003
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 Cardiorespiratory or Cardiovascular fitness can you please explain to me what Cardios are? thanks!
2/24/2003
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 Abs Hi Norma:)My problem is my legs. I am 29yrs old. I am about 5'2" and weigh 116lbs. I am not happy with my body from my waist down. I have very thin legs and I dont know where to start or what to do to build up my muscle. I dont want bulky, but some kind of shape to my legs so that my entire body matches. What can I do??
2/23/2003
   
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