How did you lose weight after pregnancy?

Posted December 29th, 2008

Baby #2 Due 8/9/9 asked: I am exercising and eating better (water, salads etc..) but I am actually gaining weight now! (like a pound every 2 weeks!) I am 7 lbs over my pre-pregnancy weight and used to always be petite. Did anyone do something special to lose weight? (other than breastfeeding) Is this normal [...]

What are the best weight training exercises for women softball players?

Posted December 28th, 2008

coasterjen asked: Need a good womens’ weight training regimen to increase running speed, bat speed, hitting distance.Yolanda

Why do the Conservatives always try to put road blocks in front of issues related to women’s health issues?

Posted December 18th, 2008

Michelle asked: Why did it take almost 3 years for PLAN B to be approved for “over the counter” use?
The Food and Drug Administration approved an application 3 months ago making the long-debated emergency contraceptive Plan B, commonly known as the “morning-after pill”, available without a prescription to women 18 and older.
The FDA said Barr [...]

Wondering what type of weight-training equipment to buy?

Posted December 15th, 2008

angelartist24 asked: I am serious about starting weight-training, into my fitness plan. I want one for home use. First, I considered getting a basic, weight-bench for this, but I am not so sure, now . .if this will do. My goal is to weight-train for building strength, but slightly building lean, toned muscles . . [...]

How do I lose belly weight without losing weight anywhere else?

Posted December 6th, 2008

Giggle35 asked: Okay I am 5′6 and I weight like 160 lbs. My doctor says I need to go on a diet. I don’t want to lose weight anywhere but in my stomach. How do I do this.Judy

Gestational diabetes?

Posted December 1st, 2008

mama of 2 asked: I am 29 weeks and have gestational diabetes.Just wondering how other pregnant women are doing who also have it?I have to do the finger ***** test 4 times a day and my fingers are so sore.I am hoping with diet and exercise my blood sugars stay normal.Have any of you had [...]

How long does it take to lose weight from a single workout?

Posted December 1st, 2008

Julep asked: My question is on a few different levels. Please feel free to be longwinded because I really want to learn about this.
I’ve been losing weight over the last 2 months on diet alone. I’ve lost about 12 pounds this way. I understand how this works - you can lose weight by reducing caloric [...]