on 5/17/2009
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So after about 8 weeks on the Bowflex, I am definitely glad we bought it. Yesterday I had the best workout to date. I really pushed myself. I was going for a 1-rep max on my incline bench press, so I decided to start with 250 because I had been working out with 210 for the last three workouts. I was able to put it up pretty easily, so I kept going. I did five reps the first set and then four more sets of six reps. I was a little sceptical of the weight, so I had Chelle come in and check the weight for me. I was right, I really did put up 250lbs 29 times! I don't know what that translates to in free weights, but if you consider that I started out with only 140lbs, I definitely made an improvement! What was great about it, was that I didn't feel defeated afterwards. I went on to increase the weight on the rest of my exercises and then walked out of my workout room afterwards, feeling ten foot tall and bulletproof! I went on having a great day at work, bragging to everyone about my s... read more
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bowflex, walking, working out, cardio, resistance training, strength training, weight loss, health, muscles, building mass
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on 2/8/2009
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Hey fellow fitsters! One of my friends just showed me some kick-ass information that I thought you might like to read. I'm kinda lazy and it's rather lengthy, so I'm just going to copy and paste it here for you!:)
Cinnamon and Honey~ Bet the drug companies won't like this one getting around.
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Facts on Honey and Cinnamon: It is found that a mixture of honey and Cinnamon cures most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today also accept honey as a 'Ram Ban' (very effective) medicine or all kinds of diseases.
Honey can be used without any side effects for any kind of diseases. (Locally produced honey is better than just any honey.
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Today's science says that even though honey is sweet, if taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm diabetic patients.
Weekly World News, a magazine in Canada , in its issue dated 17 January,1995 has given the following list of diseases that can ... read more
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cinnamon, honey, heart disease, arthritis, bladder infection, high cholesterol, cold, upset stomach, gas, immune system, indigestion, influenza, longevity, pimples, acne, skin infection, weight loss, cancer, fatigue, bad breath, hearing loss, health
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