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Hi Sham, First off, some women tend to bloat due to hormonal fluctuations. But I would increase my water intake(1 gallon per day) and decrease sodium intake. Try to keep your sodium between 1500-1800 milligrams per day. And lastly, try to eat only "clean carbs" (oatmeal, shredded wheat...

Hi Cathe, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy the Intensity Series! But I have a question regarding the Terminator workouts. Are they considered "circuit style"? This is how I would classify them -- but I may be wrong. Thanks:-)

Hi Robin, That rotation sounds good, however, if you'd like to build more muscle you should add in either a total body weight workout or do an upper and lower body split during the week. Cathe has mentioned that circuit training videos can be done on consecutive days because the weights used...

What's the difference between these two workouts. I have both of them and like them alot (I haven't done MIS in a long time), I do other Cathe/Firm weight tapes. Right now I'm doing the Total Body Blast rotation and tacking on CXT cardios and subing PLB with LL or SL or other Firm Lower Body...

I didn't see that show, but I've certainly watched Dr. Phil on Oprah, so I can't comment directly on that particular episode but... it seems in general there definately is a double standard that men can be overweight and out-of-shape but they will be hyper-critical of woman who are in the same...

Has anyone tacked on additional cardio (like CXT cardios) to the Advanced Total Body Blast Rotation? It just seems like there isn't enough cardio in it? Has anyone actually lost bodyfat from this rotation? If so I'd like to know your results. Thanks:-)

Sorry Cbelle, but they don't nor does any other processed frozen food. "Clean Eating" refers to consuming foods in their natural states. The rule of thumb is: if it swims, flies, comes out of the ground or off a tree you can have it. Although I love Leanquisine,, SmartOnes and HealthyChoice...

Almost every woman I know has a "bloating" problem each month. To help elleviate this drink about 1 gallon to 1 1/2 gallons of water a day and try to keep your sodium levels from 1500 to 1800 milligrams a day. This is easily done by eating as "clean" as possible and avoiding foods like celery...

Hey Julie: I'm not Cathe but I belive it's about 15minutes total. I know cause I used just the cardio portion the other day. That's one of my favorites from the Intensity Series.:)

I work my abs 7 days a week: 3x's a week on alternate days weighted abs, 4 days unweighted. Abs are just like any other muscle. But again, different things work for different people. On the days that I do weighted abs, I go to failure (when you can't possible do another rep.), non weighted I...

It's funny you mention that. I'm taking my CFT certification on Sunday of this week through ISSA. It's an acronymn for International Sports Sciences Association. That offer quite a few certification, I belive mostly is resistance or weight training. They were founded my Sal Arria and Fred...

It's funny you mention that. I'm taking my CFT certification on Sunday of this week through ISSA. It's an acronymn for International Sports Sciences Association. That offer quite a few certification, I belive mostly is resistance or weight training. They were founded my Sal Arria and Fred...

Of course I don't have inside knowledge as to how Cathe and crew trained for these workouts (can't wait to get them!), but I am seriously considering entering a figure competition next spring and I can tell you, the way they look diet played a HUGE role. I know there are some of you out there...

RE: I agree CTX Express is an excellent series. Especially the DVD! It's great if you need to tack on cardio or you're short on time.

I went for a check-up several weeks ago and asked my Dr. about Creatine. He didn't think it was a bad supplement to take as long as you take the proper doesage for your weight, etc. which may be kind of tricky to figure out at first. As you know Creatine Monohydrate is naturally found in...

Just as Marlene said earlier, you get to the point when the free-weights are not giving you the results you would like. It has been a couple of months since I've gotten sore from a workout. And, without a spotter, or a Smith machine, how many lbs can you hoist up on your back safely? I...

I was just wondering -- I might have posted this ? before but... does it matter how many calories you consume per meal? I read in Muscle & Fitness Hers that you should limit your caloric intake to 400 calories per meal and 150-200 per snack to reach your total caloric intake for the day. I...

I (tried) to complete BodyMax last night. I made it through 20minutes and was dripping with sweat. My heart rate was through the roof. It's funny, I can hop on the treadmill and do a 3-4 mile run no problem. But these longer Cathe tapes are tough. I breeze through SuperCardio, Firm weight...

Thanks. That's just the information I was looking for :)

I was just wondering, what are the advantages of doing a Total Body Weight workout versus a body part split (i.e, MIS or Firm Total Body Weights versus PS Bodypart Tapes OR a Upper and Lower Body Splits) on alternate days. Do the Total Body Weight workouts promote more of a cardiovascular...