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    My Food Diary

    Has anyone tried MyFoodDiary.com ? I just subscribed last week ($9.00/month), and I find it quite useful. Never realized the amount of hidden sodium in the food that I am eating. This site is great. Take a look !!! http://www.myfooddiary.com Elln
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    MBT Sneakers - Anyone try them yet ?????

    I know there has been talk on this forum about the MBT sneakers - just wondering if anyone has tried them yet ? I find it interesting that a Pilates Studio in Brooklyn sells them along with 1 free Walkilates Class. http://www.ellie.net/store/EHSstoreMBTs.htm Also, I thought this...
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    My Bathroom Renovation is Finished - Take a Look

    Hi Everyone: Well, I made it thru the worst renovation that I have to do to my apartment. My 42-year old bathroom has just been renovated. It took 5 long days but it was worth it. I have a link (hope it works) and hopefully it will start at the beginning so that you can see the...
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    Bathroom Renovation

    Hi All! I have been away from this discussion board for awhile - getting ready for my bathroom renovation which starts tomorrow. What an ordeal - "pre-renovation" stuff. Can't wait until next Monday when it is thru! Does anyone have any tips they would like to share with me? Look...
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    August PILATES Conference in NYC - Anyone Going to this???

    Was wondering if anyone was planning on attending this conference in NYC this summer? http://www.pilatesstyle.com/conference/ Elln
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    Message for Nancy 324

    Nancy: I just went to check out Pilates on Fifth http://www.pilatesonfifth.com/ because I am interested in their Cardiolates classes http://www.pilatesonfifth.com/cardio.htm They don't have any "group reformer" classes but I like their setup - you might want to do a "look see". They are...
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    The BEAN - Any Thoughts on this New Infomercial Product?

    https://www.asseenontvnetwork.com/vcc/greenhouse/thebean/127149/ Elln
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    GREAT Beginning PILATES Videos

    I am just starting Pilates and I picked up 2 great videos. In case anyone is interested, (1) Sara Picot's "More than Mat Pilates for Beginners" http://www.pilatesforyou.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=11 and (2) "Pilates for Dummies"...
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    PILATES "Group Reformer Class" in NYC

    Just had my first introductory "Group Reformer Class" at http://www.reformingny.com/ and it was GREAT!!!!! Bought a book of 10-group visits and I am really excited about this. The instructor was so knowledgeable and patient that you couldn't help but want to go forward with classes. I am...
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    FIRST Pilates Class

    Well, I finally enrolled in a pilates mat class which started last night. I am definitely committed to giving this "the college try"! I also rejoined Weight Watchers Online - so, hopefully, by April I will be able to see a "glimpse" of a waistline! Also purchased Mari Winsor's Pilates DVDs -...
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    Wilson Syndrome -- Anyone ever of this?

    A friend of mine (5'4"), weighs 190 lbs has recently been diagnosed with Wilson Syndrome. (See link below) She eats 1200 calories a day and does cardio and weight training AND can't loose an ounce. http://www.wilsonssyndrome.com/ Any thoughts about this? Elln
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    Can anyone recommend a good FOOD SCALE?

    I know I should be weighing my food, can anyone recommend a reliable FOOD SCALE? I was just at WW looking at their scale for $35.00 - not sure about it. Any one have any success with a good scale? Elln
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    Menopause

    Is anyone experiencing menopausal symptoms? If so, what is your symptom and how are you treating it? I am exercising every day (elliptical/walking/weights), my diet is good and I am gaining weight (and it's not muscle). I have read that if you have a "hormonal imbalance", it doesn't matter...
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    Can you Recommend a BEGINNING STEP video?

    I am starting my step routine for the month of February and I would like some recommendations for BEGINNING Step videos. I currently have: (1) Gilad Step; (2) Kathy Smith Step Workout; and (3) Reebok - The Step Video. Anyone have any suggestions? Elln
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    FitDay Software

    I just received my fitday software and I can't tell you what an invaluable tool this is. If you want to try the free Web version, visit www.fitday.com But the paid-for version is so much better that it was worth the $29.00. If you want to know exactly what you are eating (fat content, etc)...
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    Denise Austin's Abs Trainer

    I just received my Abs Trainer and I must say it is GREAT!!!! For anyone who hates doing crunches, or if you are like me, and suffer from neck strain when doing crunches, this is a God-sent!!! I ordered it with the express shipping and it took about 2 weeks but well worth the $19.99...
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    Old-Fashioned BELTS

    I recently read somewhere that the old-fashioned Vibrating Belts/Machines were making a comeback in health clubs. I stopped by a Korean-owned fitness club in NJ yesterday that consited of just vibrating machines. It is a 3-step process: (1) you drink this Oak tree vinegar to detox; (2)...
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    Old-fashioned VIBRATOR Belts/Machines

    I recently read somewhere that the old-fashioned Vibrator Belts/Machines were making a comeback in health clubs. I stopped by a Korean-owned fitness club in NJ yesterday that was all vibrator machines. It is a 3-step process: (1) you drink this Oak tree vinegar to detox; (2) stands on this...
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    Beachbody.com's "POWER 90-X"

    I know that there has been some discussion about the P-90X workout - but I couldn't find the thread. I am curious to hear if anyone has used this program and, if so, what kind of results did you get, and how does it compare to Cathe's workouts. Look forward to your responses. Elln
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    The Geriatric Muscle Club

    Hi All! Is there anyone in this Forum that is over 50 or am I the only one? If so, what is your workout schedule? Elln 53 years old
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