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Fit Freaks

For all the athletes, fitness enthusiasts and gym junkies! Do you like working out? This is the place to be.

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Jordan Bradley If anyone is looking for a great place to workout there is a great new CrossFit Box in Omaha on 168th and Center - CrossFit402.

1 week ago from Fit Freaks

Mike O'Leary Hey Everyone! Just wanted to let everyone know about my company. GET FIT 101. We are a company made up of certified personal trainers that have many years in the business. We have worked with cleints all over the world making them customized and personalized workouts and nutrition plans so that they can reach their fitness and health goals. www.getfit101.net

13 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Iza Yoga and running are cool, but is anyone here into lifting (heavy) weights? :)

15 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Amber Zuckswert Hey Fit Freaks! I want to invite you all to join me on my latest retreat to Bali. Yoga, Pilates, Martial Arts, Tai Chi and Chi gung round out our ultimate training program. Check out all the juicy details here- www.rawyogajedi.com All early birds get a free 3 pack of pilates sessions and 1 nutrition consult with me if you sign up before October 31st! See you there! Amber Epicself.com

16 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Catherine McDermott I am new to this board and found it interesting and maybe inspiring! I love working out and its great to find these groups which help motivate me. I began working out about 8 months ago since I was overweight after having a child in 2009. I lost 50 pounds since Feb. and am now in a good BMI range. I still want to lose a few more and am working on P90x as well as running trails.

16 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Kristen Creager Anyone else on Dailymile? It's the best way to keep track of your workouts, in my opinion. http://dailymile.com

49 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Casey Holbrook: I've been using it since November when a group of friends and I trained for a race together. I miss having a calendar on the wall where I checked ...MoreI've been using it since November when a group of friends and I trained for a race together. I miss having a calendar on the wall where I checked things off and saw a month at a time, but the community side of Daily Mile helps keep you inspired.

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49 weeks ago

Bill Scott: I use cardio trainer on my android phone.
19 weeks ago

Ryan Stephens How many days a week do you workout/run, do some form of physical fitness?

139 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Bianca Rodrigues: I try to do it about 5-6 times a week. I run about 5 miles every workout session. But my goal is to do a marathon by next year (and maybe fit in a ...MoreI try to do it about 5-6 times a week. I run about 5 miles every workout session. But my goal is to do a marathon by next year (and maybe fit in a half before then), so I really gotta bump it up. Any suggestions on how to get that mental motivation would be appreciated.
23 weeks ago

Nicholas Kalogeropoulos Anyone on here into CrossFit? If so, what have you seen result wise? I have been doing it for 2.5 months and my first month I saw the greatest results and was told your 6th month you see great results. Is that true? Just curious because if it is not true not sure if I should keep spending the money...

37 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Bianca Rodrigues: What's CrossFit? Different or similar to P90x?
23 weeks ago

Jared Sperli: Crossfit is great. I was introduced to it while in the Army, and in the six months, I gained 17 lbs. Sticking with the workouts is key and likely ...MoreCrossfit is great. I was introduced to it while in the Army, and in the six months, I gained 17 lbs. Sticking with the workouts is key and likely the hardest thing to do. At the 12 month mark I had gained another 10 lbs. (all muscle, so I was not getting fat), and I was the strongest I have ever been.
23 weeks ago

Mozart What are your favorite quick and dirty fitness exercises? Any 4 Hour Body fanatics here?

27 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Harriet May Outside of work, keeping fit is extremely important to me. I have already signed up for a 5k, a half marathon, two sprint triathlons and a tower race (gulp!) this year. But sometimes I don't feel like working out or going for a run because I'm tired or have some work that I haven't yet done. How do keep up the motivation to exercise around all the other stuff you have going on? Is it a case of just making it routine? Or are there other things you rely on? Or is it just second nature to you?

48 weeks ago from Triathlon, Work/Life Blur, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Fit Freaks and Entry-Level Young Professionals 3 more

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Edward Antrobus: Actually, both eating and grocery shopping are things I've forgone when I get busy. Just about the only thing I've never skipped is my shower ...MoreActually, both eating and grocery shopping are things I've forgone when I get busy. Just about the only thing I've never skipped is my shower after work, but that's mostly because by the time I get home, I can't stand the smell of myself. :)
32 weeks ago

Ines Ynzenga: Hi, I am new on Brazen!...in my case, it has become such a routine, that I look up for the time to train, and if there is a day I can´t do it, I ...MoreHi, I am new on Brazen!...in my case, it has become such a routine, that I look up for the time to train, and if there is a day I can´t do it, I feel I missed something important for me. My opinion is that definately it is just making it routine..
31 weeks ago

Beth Trickett Hi, everyone. I'm new to Brazen and wanted to connect with fellow cyclists. I author a cycling blog: www.mudandmanoloscycling.com. Who else is into road/mountain/cross, etc?

36 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Peter Alcantara: for the past month i've been riding my bike to work at least 4 days a week. There is a local single track i've been dying to check out but I went ...Morefor the past month i've been riding my bike to work at least 4 days a week. There is a local single track i've been dying to check out but I went there once and everyone seemed so hard core. I think I'm now in better shape to handle the course so just need to buck up and get out there.
33 weeks ago

Kristen Creager Today on National Running day, I wrote a short essay on running: the first love of my life! http://bit.ly/kwUcSG Any other runners out there on BC?

36 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Beth Trickett Hi, everyone. I'm new to Brazen and wanted to connect with fellow cyclists. I author a cycling blog: www.mudandmanoloscycling.com. Who else is into road/mountain/cross, etc?

36 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Whitney May Parker: Hi Beth, I'm also a road cyclist and love it! I just started a couple years ago and enjoy it more and more every year. I love the blog; look ...MoreHi Beth, I'm also a road cyclist and love it! I just started a couple years ago and enjoy it more and more every year. I love the blog; look forward to reading more from you! Cheers, whitney
36 weeks ago

Beth Trickett: Thanks, Whitney!
36 weeks ago

Casey Holbrook Question for the group: yesterday I did deadlifts and instantly my lower back is sore. I watched my side profile in the mirror (rather than the straight-on view I normally get) and sure enough my back wasn't arched through the whole lift like it should have been. But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't keep it arched without raking the bar across my knees. Anyone else ever encounter this?

43 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Sean Masters: I haven't scraped my knees on deadlifts in a long time. The tricks are (1) step in closer to the bar - I step in so far that the bar is almost ...MoreI haven't scraped my knees on deadlifts in a long time. The tricks are (1) step in closer to the bar - I step in so far that the bar is almost touching my ankles; and (2) remember you are thrusting with your hips not lifting with your back and arms. Your arms should be locked to the bar and you should thrust forward with your hips as a pivot, like you're, well, having fun with some nice person ;)

What, its how the motion was explained to me, and it made perfect sense after that!
43 weeks ago

Megan Atkinson: Haha @ "some nice person".
43 weeks ago

Tyler Ward Olympic bar curl, 170 lbs, 5 times. its a personal best. just wanted to brag. LOL

46 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Kyle Mahadeo What are your favourite type of yoga classes?

46 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Kyle Mahadeo: Thanks for the input. I too love vinyasa flow, I have not really ever done pilates though. Is that you in your profile pic excellent Natarajasana!
46 weeks ago

Noel Rozny: Bikram and Baptiste Power Yoga! The heat really helps me twist.
46 weeks ago

Jake If your looking for a quick and fun workout, say about 15 min. a day, then I suggest Boxing.

65 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Jake: If you are serious about it than I say get out and start punching and continue it in your spare time, go to a gym that has the gear, use big heavy ...MoreIf you are serious about it than I say get out and start punching and continue it in your spare time, go to a gym that has the gear, use big heavy punching bags to strengthen your hits and to quicken retaliations between punches, use a Speed Bag to create timing and speed, and use a Reflex Ball to obviously quicken your reflexes.
I've never used a video before to learn how to box, I just learned from my dad, boxing with equipment, and boxing with my brother. I recommend to have a sparing partner that can keep you dedicated and practicing with. And you don't need to go full on boxing with them, you could just do body shots and pull your shots (come out hard with your punch but land soft with the hit).
I hope this was helpful.
64 weeks ago

Dan Canedo: Yes, boxing is a great workout and boxers are the best athletes. However, I've found that boxing gyms are usually really expensive to join. Any ...MoreYes, boxing is a great workout and boxers are the best athletes. However, I've found that boxing gyms are usually really expensive to join. Any advice on alternatives to get the workout without having to join a pricey gym (i.e. equipment needed, instructions needed, etc.)? Know of any good online (free) instructional websites?
55 weeks ago

Lenyasja Breckenridge created the event Social Networking Event

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Lenyasja Breckenridge If you live in the DFW area come join us at Beauty and Beyond Personal Enhancement Center for an evening of social networking, jazz and poetry on January 14th at 7pm! We are located at 1100 N. Feilder Road in Arlington Texas. Hope to see you there! Happy New Year!!!

58 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Lenyasja Breckenridge: For more information please contact BJ Jackson ~owner~ or Carol Admin at 1100 N. Fielder Rd. Arlington, TX
(817)-860-9400
MoreFor more information please contact BJ Jackson ~owner~ or Carol Admin at 1100 N. Fielder Rd. Arlington, TX
(817)-860-9400
info@beautyandbeyondpec.com
58 weeks ago

Riley Carson Does anyone keep a fitness journal? Have you tried to keep one? Did it help you? Did it hinder you? I've plateaued, and I'm trying to drop the last 7% body fat so that I can be in the best shape I've ever been in. I'm trying to find out ways to give me that extra boost!

60 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Linda A. Hamilton: Riley,
I agree with Eric, it depends on your personality for journaling. I didn't journal, but I did/do keep records of the weight levels I use ...MoreRiley,
I agree with Eric, it depends on your personality for journaling. I didn't journal, but I did/do keep records of the weight levels I use when working out so I can maintain then, then move up when I've reached the next phase.

My motivation didn't require a journal. I'm an avid horse person and workout because I know the importance and necessity of maintaining a toned, strong muscular body to prevent injury. When I was thrown in '94, being buff saved my life because my neck muscles were strong enough to prevent my neck from breaking and causing permanent paralysis or death. So my motivation is knowledge of value, need and simply because after I get started I like it and just yearn to get to the workout. It's a great stress relief.

Pauls's support system sounds like my Daily 3 work support system. A group of people with whom you share your goals, and you positively motivate each other or support each other over the humps and celebrate the victories. That works wonders for me for work... it probably does the same for athletes!
60 weeks ago

Tom Furman: I'm almost 54 and kept records since the age of 15.
59 weeks ago

Rebecca Thorman My boyfriend is jealous that I can eat so much cheese. I just read that according to The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, women who ate an ounce of full-fat cheese daily stayed slimmer then their not-so-cheese-friendly peers. How delicious! What's your favorite cheese? Right now, I've just been craving the basic Muenster. Perfect for my quesadillas!

79 weeks ago from Fit Freaks, I Love to Cook!, Brazen Foodies and Cheeseheads (Wisconsinites)2 more

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Scott Asai: Smoked gouda!
64 weeks ago

Leslie Juvin Acker: Fondue - mix of cheeses local to the Rhone-Alpes. We eat too much of it here in Annecy!
63 weeks ago

Mark W. Bicycling is easily my favorite exercise as well as a greatly enjoyable and rewarding experience. People for Bikes ( http://spedr.com/5gdin ) is trying to improve the future of bicycling. One of their goals is to gather a million names of support to speak as one voice to make bicycling safer, more convenient and appealing for everyone. I gave them my support and hope they succeed. They came out with a short video that I think is really great and well worth viewing - http://spedr.com/2t7la .

72 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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James Thomas: I gave them my support as well. It is a great initiative...and I really appreciate the fact that they have a link to my blog on their blog page- ...MoreI gave them my support as well. It is a great initiative...and I really appreciate the fact that they have a link to my blog on their blog page- http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog
66 weeks ago

Adam Gilbert Staying consistent with our diet and exercise is by far the biggest challenge when it comes to getting in shape. I'm wondering what you guys find to be the biggest hurdles in remaining consistent and meeting your workout goals. Maybe I can help you overcome some of those hurdles?

68 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Adam Gilbert: @Becky - exactly right. When hunger socks us, we're most likely to give in to our short term, irrational mind. That's why eating every 3-4 hours ...More@Becky - exactly right. When hunger socks us, we're most likely to give in to our short term, irrational mind. That's why eating every 3-4 hours helps so much.

@Hannah - how about just plan old walking? Or dancing? And focus on how exercise makes us feel when we're done. That's the ultimate motivation - how great we'll get to feel.
68 weeks ago

Becky Benishek: @Adam, I've long eaten little meals throughout the day and I fully advocate that over waiting for "official" lunch and dinner times and then ...More@Adam, I've long eaten little meals throughout the day and I fully advocate that over waiting for "official" lunch and dinner times and then stuffing oneself.

@Hannah, I agree with walking. When I can, I get out over lunch with a walking buddy who really pounds the pavement, and we gab the whole time as we're looking at the scenery. It makes the hour go by fast, and at the end I really feel that I've had a workout.
68 weeks ago

Ashley Jones P90X has really got me motivated and I enjoy doing a different workout every day. It's supposed to help you lose fat and gain muscle mass. I started at 126lbs. and now, 5 weeks in, I weigh 129lbs. I haven't been eating anymore than I did before. I eat rather healthy overall. Why am I gaining weight?? Any ideas?

69 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

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Sean Masters: #1 rule of purposeful weight loss and weight gain is log your intake. There are lots of sites, phone apps, and other tools out there to help you ...More#1 rule of purposeful weight loss and weight gain is log your intake. There are lots of sites, phone apps, and other tools out there to help you with nutrition. Pick one, get cracking, and see results.
69 weeks ago

Gaurav Kapil: If overall your volume (body) is trimming then it is muscle gain which I think is most probable answer as already mentioned by Eric.
69 weeks ago

69 weeks ago from Fit Freaks

Andrew Ebbers: muscle weighs more fat. I used to weigh 214 lbs and now weigh 225 lbs. I look skinnier(many of my friends have commented on it)and i weigh a lot ...Moremuscle weighs more fat. I used to weigh 214 lbs and now weigh 225 lbs. I look skinnier(many of my friends have commented on it)and i weigh a lot more.

It is actually a rather common complaint that when you start exercising you gain weight. This will be for the short term only. You gain a bit of weight and then as your metabolic system becomes more efficient you look skinnier. Plus you'll be toned.
69 weeks ago