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From anne, Age 16 - 11/25/03 - IP#: 216.66.108.xxx  go to original board
whooophhhh- cleaning a house that six people live in is a great workout- you guys should try it sometime./ lol!

From Melissa, Age 14 - 11/24/03 - IP#: 24.107.4.xxx  hide message replied to go to original board
Does tae bo work? if it does, how fast are the results?

Reply From dave, Age 16 - 11/24/03 - IP#: 68.57.67.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
yeshums it works i lost 60 pounds in 2 months using it

From Linda, Age 16 - 11/23/03 - IP#: 205.188.208.xxx  go to original board
My aunt is a weight loss instructor, and here is some VERY key information in how you can lose weight. Aerobic training is the only form of exercise where you use two sources of energy: carbs (blood glucose) and fat.
The Surgeon General advises us that, to be healthy, we need to exercise at least three to four times a week, in an aerobic zone, for 20-30 minutes. That is a standard to keep your heart healthy, not to lose body fat by burning calories.Here's what you need to understand. For the first 20 minutes you are exercising in your aerobic zone, you are burning about 80% carbohydrates and 20% fat.
For the next 20 minutes, you are burning about 50% carbs and 50% fat. You're getting better. Now you're gonna start to lose some of that weight as the fat is being burned! So what happens if you start getting into the above 40 minute range? A reversal. You are now burning about... (view more)My aunt is a weight loss instructor, and here is some VERY key information in how you can lose weight. Aerobic training is the only form of exercise where you use two sources of energy: carbs (blood glucose) and fat.
The Surgeon General advises us that, to be healthy, we need to exercise at least three to four times a week, in an aerobic zone, for 20-30 minutes. That is a standard to keep your heart healthy, not to lose body fat by burning calories.Here's what you need to understand. For the first 20 minutes you are exercising in your aerobic zone, you are burning about 80% carbohydrates and 20% fat.
For the next 20 minutes, you are burning about 50% carbs and 50% fat. You're getting better. Now you're gonna start to lose some of that weight as the fat is being burned! So what happens if you start getting into the above 40 minute range? A reversal. You are now burning about 20% carbs and about 80% fat. So, here goes. You burn more calories per-second while training aerobically than during any other form of exercise. If you want some more tips then ask for some, I have tons. Also remember, if you want to lose weight relatively fast, then your just gunna have to work longer! (view less)

From Linda, Age 16 - 11/18/03 - IP#: 64.12.96.xxx  go to original board
We had a snow day today! I did one of my Firm videos and my 15 minutes of pilates. I had half of a grapefruit and a bottle of water for breakfast and for lunch I had a small garden salad with low fat dressing and a piece of melba toast. I also went outside and built a snowman with my little sister and we had a snowball fight.

From Veronica, Age 17 - 11/15/03 - IP#: 67.66.159.xxx  go to original board
Just got my dumbbells from Wal-Mart today and starting Monday (right Mandi? ;D) I'll be able to fully go at my body sculpting routine, just thought I'd share. Thank you all for the tips earlier, didn't realize there were a lot of other girls that are shall we say "curvaceous" (made me feel better). lol Sometimes I'm glad about it, but other times its annoying. Sorry guys. lol -Veronica
P.S. The dumbbells are really cheap, I got two 3lb weights for a $1 apiece, and I lost another inch off my waist!!! Yay (for the 1st time in my many endeavors to lose weight its really working!)!!!!!!!!

From Brianna, Age 15 - 11/15/03 - IP#: 12.218.154.xxx  hide message replied to go to original board
My tredmil is finally here!!! Today I start my exercise and Dieting!! Hopefully I'll lose 20 lbs by X-Mas. good Luck Everybody!!

Reply From deeee, Age 14 - 11/15/03 - IP#: 151.198.113.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
You guys should try the bike! The home bike. It works for me. lost 15 pounds on it =) and now weighing 115.

From chellie, Age 14 - 11/10/03 - IP#: 68.166.71.xxx  hide message replied to go to original board
I know that this is a dumb question, (must be my blondness coming out, lol) (no offense to blondes~~i'm one 2!)But wut exactly are leg lifts and wut muscles do they work? Thanx to whomever replies~~luv y'all CHeLLiE

Reply From anne, Age 16 - 11/11/03 - IP#: 216.66.108.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
if you do them on your side you work your outer thigh. if you do it while laying on your back lifting both legs at once then it works your abs and if you do it one leg at a time while laying on your stomach then you're working your butt and lower back... i hope i helped! oh- and i think the ones on the side also help love handles. but those are all different leg lifts. when i do them i do them all around laying differently for a fuller work out.

From Sarah, Age 16 - 11/09/03 - IP#: 195.93.48.xxx  hide message replied to go to original board
hey, u may all think im a thick for asking this lol but what is tae bo? cos ive heard u lot mention it a few times in ur posts and i duno wot it is, maybe its an American thing, i duno, can sum1 tell me plz?

Reply From anne, Age 16 - 11/10/03 - IP#: 216.66.108.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
tae-bo was a work out created by a marshal arts expert that has boxing and dance moves in it. if you like to feel your work out then get it- it's a really good cardio work out. i've also tried pilates- i don't really like it becasue i can't feel it working and it feels like i just wasted time because it's not relaxing like yoga it doesn't really benefit me...

From katie, Age 14 - 11/04/03 - IP#: 134.241.54.xxx  hide message replied to go to original board
Ht. 5'7", Today: 200 lb (BMI %tile: 98) - okay...i am about 5'7" and weight between 190-200. i really want to be a size 11 in pants, do u think it is possible, i am about a 15 now. so i have to lose 2 sizes, how long do u think that it will take?? i am trying out for cheer leading, soon, and i really want to make to squad, do u think that i will make it being over weight? write back.. i need some reasureance. love katie

Reply From noel, Age 16 - 11/03/03 - IP#: 69.20.137.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
I tried out for cheerleading a couple years ago at 160 lbs. (i'm 5'3") and I did make it. In fact through all the hard work and determination I had to be the best I could as a cheerleader I lost about 40 lbs. You can do it just keep working at it!

From Cherry, Age 15 - 11/02/03 - IP#: 209.179.168.xxx  go to original board
Ht. 5'8", Today: 202 lb (BMI %tile: 97) - Go skating!! I went yesterday and really pushed myself to do it, my feet and body were killing me and it is not easy but when I got on the scale this morning I weighed 3lbs less than I had the day before and I had eaten a bunch of candy too!! Try to really use ur legs and just keep going, when u r really out of breath sit down((I went to a rink but n e where works, I am only able to go to the rink on weekends n e ways so my hood is gonna have to do during the weekdays...lol)) Try to get a friend to come with u and have races and talk to each other it is really awesome and u can get really good and show off((lol, on of the reasons I am gonna keep doing this : ) plus u can get into shape. It is cheap to go to the rink too sometimes it costs like a dollar or 2 to get in and rentals r 2.50. In 2 1/2 hrs you can burn n e where from 850-1500 calories. At my rink they play music and have... (view more)Go skating!! I went yesterday and really pushed myself to do it, my feet and body were killing me and it is not easy but when I got on the scale this morning I weighed 3lbs less than I had the day before and I had eaten a bunch of candy too!! Try to really use ur legs and just keep going, when u r really out of breath sit down((I went to a rink but n e where works, I am only able to go to the rink on weekends n e ways so my hood is gonna have to do during the weekdays...lol)) Try to get a friend to come with u and have races and talk to each other it is really awesome and u can get really good and show off((lol, on of the reasons I am gonna keep doing this : ) plus u can get into shape. It is cheap to go to the rink too sometimes it costs like a dollar or 2 to get in and rentals r 2.50. In 2 1/2 hrs you can burn n e where from 850-1500 calories. At my rink they play music and have sessions u can go to ((I like pop rock sessions but rap is ok it has great beats)) just skate to the music if u do decide to go to a rink, remember if u do og in ur hood then u might wanna bring a walkman or a cd player but keep it low and look out 4 cars...dont wana get hit...not a good thing...lol, I also need some weight loss buddies ((I am 5'8, and 202lbs)) I would like someone with close to the same measurments as me, if interested leave ur aim sn and I Will im u...g2g c ya!:) (view less)

From Charles, Age 16 - 10/25/03 - IP#: 64.12.96.xxx  hide message replied to go to original board
what are some good exercizes for getting rid of my belly? it hangs over my belt and is really disgusting. and how about some exercizes to get rid of the excess weight on my thighs and rear end? Pleeease someone help. i am tired of looking like this.

Reply From Veronica, Age 17 - 10/25/03 - IP#: 67.65.137.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
Hey Charles! Of course situps are the most common exercise for the stomach area, but I don't think spot reduction works so try a lot of cardio exercises. For your thighs and behind try Pilates, it does well for toning your body. Hope this helps.

From ME, Age 15 - 10/24/03 - IP#: 207.222.68.xxx  hide message replied to go to original board
Is there a fitness program that doesn't require money or equipment? If there is what is it?

Reply From colleen, Age 15 - 10/25/03 - IP#: 66.24.232.xxx   show message replied to go to original board
walking, running, dancing around, jumprope, swimming....

From *determin'd*, Age 15 - 10/20/03 - IP#: 152.163.252.xxx  go to original board
Today: 170 lb - Im back yall! hey. i lost 4 lbs! yay. in now 170. and you know whats weird? i play tennis right? and i love it,but not because its excercis. so today i ran for 25 min, did crunches, JJS(jumpin jacks) and weights and i feel great. so i have a suggetion for all of you. if ur somene who doe weights or runs on a treadmill infront of a tv-DONT DO IT! it makes you dizzy and gives you a headache. if you get a stereo, and put on ur favorite music(upbeat works wel) and just concentrate on a thing, or thought, u get into it. i love excercising now and i cant WAIT to go see my exsummer love fom this summer and show him the new me. good luck to yall. xoxo -*determin'd*

From Marina, Age 14 - 10/20/03 - IP#: 152.163.252.xxx  go to original board
Hey everyone! Sorry if you didn't understand my post before, I hope you forgive me :-D anyways... Today I started my diet, im doing great so far today i've only had about 1100 calories!!! I'm so happy! Also I found a great work-out I go to my local park and excersize, I walk about a mile... It's a start!!! I'm so proud of myself. lol. Also sometimes i use this video called "Walk away the pounds... with abs" it works ok, but walking is much better! And today proboly for the 1st time in my life i went a day with-out junk food!!! YAY! Well i'm looking for some diet buddies, would anybody like to be my diet buddie??? please either reply to my post or e-mail me at MCH9389@aol.com... thanx so much!!! :-D ps. If I can do it, ANYBODY CAN!!!

From clifford, Age 15 - 10/19/03 - IP#: 63.229.200.xxx  go to original board
Today: 169 lb - I am so proud of my self i am 169 now and i finally brok 170 when i thought i would never be able to. I have taebo now and i have done that so far everyday i have had it and it is great it gets my blood pumping and makes me want to do stuff and makes me have energy for homeork and stuff. I would really reccommend everyone getting taebo the cardio one and when i can do that one good i think i will get aother one like the 21 day challenge or any other one.

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