How To Get In Shape

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   How to get in shape fast?
   I'm not fat I have just gotten lazy over the years and wish be stronger. I have a fairly big build and by that I mean I very tall compared to most people I see daily. Therefore my larger bone structure make me heavier than most people my age even though I'm not fat I still weigh more. Anyways that's beside the point and the point being I would like to be stronger. More so because of my size I am expected to be able to lift heavier things than most of my friends. Almost every person I hug is lifted off of the ground fairly easy. This rambling has had no real purpose. Anyways I would like to know good ways to work out at my house. I have a pool and a pull up bar but find that I don't use them much. I would also like to strengthen my grip. I used to be able to make most people at least wince when I shook their hand now only some of the time.

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2. QUESTION:
   how can you get in shape ?
   I going to be in athletics this year so im not really in shape !? but i wanna get into shape !
   please give me some tips about how to get in shape

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3. QUESTION:
   How to get My eyebrows like soulja boy has in the livestream?
   How can i get my eyebrows cut and shaped with the lines like soulja boy has in this video?
   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAIEaN7rZHU&feature=related

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4. QUESTION:
   I have a pet hairless rat who have a large, open sore on his stomach, any suggestions on how to get rid of it?
   I noticed that my pet rat had a large open sore on his stomach. I'm not sure if it's a cyst or if he cut himself. It's perfectly round in shape and very deep. It was full of puss and blood and looked very infected. He didn't seem to be bothered by it at all even after I gave him a bath and cleaned it with peroxide. Any ideas on what it may be or how to treat it?

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5. QUESTION:
   Any ideas on how i could go from 13 minutes on the mile to 8-9 minutes?
   I'm 14 years old and 173 pounds and my height is 5'6 and 3/4 I need to get in shape for JV Volleyball please don't give me unrealistic ideas and I go on the treadmill everyday but no progress... so any ideas?

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6. QUESTION:
   How to lose 30 pounds?Easy 10 points!?
   Im 5'5 & 1/4ft and 167 pounds! How do i start and prepare myself? I want to get in shape to look good on halloween! Please and thanks!

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7. QUESTION:
   Why does there have to be fat people in the world??!?
   Okay, I get people who have a legit disease that makes them fat, and i really hope they get better. but im talking about the weak complainers who eat 11lbs of SHIT per day and basically LIVE at McDonald's! This is so unnecessary. They walk around claiming they're being discriminated against and also claiming they're 'curvy' when, in actuality, they are morbidly obese and most people enjoy walking on sidewalks, being comfortable in airplanes etc, all of which they hinder the enjoyment of. They also desperately beg for help and try fad diets to curb their cravings and increase they're will power. its NOT that hard, just don't eat the burger.

   And i was watching the Tyra show the other day and these fat people were trying to blame their friends for their fatness. saying 'oh when she eats fat it makes me want to too, so i cave!' hey, well you're friend didn't force the hamburger down your throat did she? YOU did!!

   Then there's the other excuse... the joints/i can't run/physically incapable in any other way. well DUH, there is so much weight on ther joints its a wonder they can walk. And they don't like to run? then they can bike/swim/climb/ANYTHING for god's sake! >.<

   So many people in this world are weak and stupid... oh wait, THATS AMERICA

   we have a reputation for being fat... its annoying. A bunch of Danish people showed up recently and were even commenting on how fat the americans are, we should be ashamed and send all the fat people to an island to get in shape. We would consume less and that would ALSO help the global warming problem. if all the fat people didn't need to drive everywhere, they could bike/consume less food/consume less material to make their clothes.

   end rant lol.

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     OMG! hahahah! I know huh! Yea many people who are not from USA they think of us like junk food eaters and stuff and sometimes I'm ashammed because we have soo many procesed food!
     Well, I think that the reason why there is fat poeple in the world is beause they simply dont take care of themself, It sucks to see them fat and stuff but they should be responsible on what they EAT!
     I know what you mean, but u cant reallly put all of them in an island , sorry, cuz that will be like discrimination. and plus our constitution says; all man are equal. so yea.
     Anyways i just hope that those who are VERY fat should listen and start working out! and for those who have a disorder well, I'm so sorry and I cant really say anthing because thats how thay are. but for the others thats just NOT CARING FOR ONESELF!!!!

     ALTHOUGH you kinda sound stupid and sallow cuz, thats not nice it, thats kinda their decision. I think that just how there is fat people in the US there are in Europe, in ASIA, and AFRICA, and around the world!
     I dont really think thats cool about moving them onto an island, it sounds like u have something against FAT PEOPLE.

     and LOL I watched Tyra too hahahah!

     I hoped I helped and GOOD LUCK!
     hahahah! McDonalds !!!

8. QUESTION:
   How can a small frame, within ideal weight female lose 6 kg (13 lbs) in one month?
   I gained 6 kg (13 lbs) in the past year and I am still within my ideal weight, but I feel slightly heavy and unattractive. I gained slowly due to stress and life changes, but I've always been slim and I feel the need to get in shape and back to my old self. The thing is I am small-frame build and I put on weight evenly, so most people would say I still look slim in clothes, but it's summer and I don't feel comfortable or actually can't fit in most of my clothes. What can I do short term (10 day period) and long term (1 month), considering the fact that I don't lose weight easily, since I am within my ideal weight and I want to avoid getting bulky?

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9. QUESTION:
   How to get singing voice in shape ?!?
   Okay so when I sing I sound really nice. But the problem is I sorta talk the song I sing and not really "sing" it . I don't know why it sounds like that ! I had a cold some time ago and I think I never fully got my voice back . I take vocal lessons already .

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10. QUESTION:
    How can I overcome my fear of bugs/spiders?
    Okay I'm 16 and I've always had a fear of bugs- (flying ones, spiders, beetles, worms etc). I've pretty much always been that way. However lately I've been getting in shape and actively working to make myself less high maintenance and I've been thinking how much more I'd like myself if I could be cool with bugs and spiders.

    How can I cure my fear of bugs without a therapy program of some sort?

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11. QUESTION:
    Have I lost water weight in one day?!?
    So I've been dieting over the summer to get in shape for school and so far I've lost like 15 pounds...but for the last three days I have been eating junk food and yesterday I drank 2 bottles of water in the morning and a fruit punch for dinner,so my question is did I lose water weight or fat weight

    Yesterday morning I was: 161.6
    This morning:160.2
    Possible fat loss???!?
    Btw I'm 14 turning 15 for my b-day in three days and I wanna be. Atleast 158
    Tips on how to get there(: and I have not been exercising just walking around town a lot

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12. QUESTION:
    How long would it take me to lose 14 stone?
    Morning all,

    I was wondering how long it would take me to lose 14 stone, i am currently 22 stone but 9 years ago i weighed 8 stone would like to get back in shape.

    I gained a significant amount of weight over the years i first started putting on the pounds when my boyfriend died on his way to work (london bombings) my step dad died in a house fire (he was a fireman) then my foster mum died in a car crash.

    After all these events i became a hermit if you will i just never left my house. I recently started going outside with the help of my best friend Prayag. i think i'm getting there the doctors say i should join a gym but i'm not ready to join a place with a lot of people. not yet.

    I have some dumbbells and a manual treadmill and i bought a wii fit the other day so that's a start. just wondering what else i can do...

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13. QUESTION:
    How can I start my period?
    I am 16 years old and I have irregular periods. A little over a month ago I had sex with my boyfriend without using a condom (but he pulled out before he was close to cumming). I was supposed to have my period two weeks ago, but at that time I was at cross country camp and I lost about ten pounds from all the exercise I got. Is it possible that I'm just late because of getting in shape and losing weight fast? I'm getting a little worried...

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14. QUESTION:
    I need help to get in shape for cheer and dance this fall!?
    Hi I'm 14, and I'm joining my schools cheer team and dance team this school year but I don't start school til September. I want to be in shape before I start these activities so I don't have to deal with a lot of pain (stretching, pulling muscles,etc) any suggestions on how to stay in shape and fit that won't harm me?

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15. QUESTION:
    How to go from a 6'3" 220 flabby to not flabby in 30 days.?
    Ok here is the situation. I leave in 3 days and will be gone for 30 days and I want to come back to my wife looking like i did when she met me when I was in the marines. The body I use to have took me over a year to get and Im not that out of shape I am still running regularly but I dont have the body strength and cut look I used to have. I will have access to a gym and will continue to run and I created a 3 hour workout that I think might work but I really want to do this mainly for me but also for my wife as a surprise. I would like to be strong and cut but not really bulky kinda like a gymnast or parkour runner. Could anyone give me some tips.

    p.s. my wife likes me the way I am but I think she would like it if I came back all cut and in shape.

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16. QUESTION:
    How can you lose weigth fast ?
    Am getting ready to go back to school and not comfortable with my body! whats a good way to get back in shape ?

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17. QUESTION:
    how to get better cardio aka run longer?
    hello im not in the best of shape and im trying to run everyother day but the longest i can run is like for 2 min only, im 20 weigh 160, when i start running my breath get short and my heart rate gets to 190 and thats when i stop, any tricks or tips? should i just fight through it and try to keep running or what
    should i run everyday or everyother day? will working out my leg help? should i do them on the same day as i run? before or after? or should i do one day run next day workout, sorry about all the questions just trying to get info

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      If you want to increase your cardiovascular ability, you need to actually do aerobic exercise, not anaerobic sprinting. Anaerobic sprinting actually uses "fast twitch" muscles, which rely on muscle cells that perform anaerobic or oxygen (O2) less metabolism. If you desire to build up your "cardio" ability, then you want to perform prolonged aerobic exercises that enhance "slow twitch" muscles that are relent on constant oxygen flow.

      To do this from your starting point I have several suggestions on how you can safely improve your distance running capabilities, without over exerting yourself.

      1. Your heart rate of 190 is extremely high for running, especially as a beginner, so you definitely do not want to just fight through it. First, I would suggest you start taking fish oil and a multivitamin daily because the fish oil's omega-3 fatty acids promote good cellular, heart, and metabolic health, while a vitamin will give you Vitamins B and C to give you extra energy and improve your overall health. (Your heart rate should be in the ballpark of 120, although you can increase as you progress)

      2. Start out by setting up 3 or 4 minute rounds of running and resting in between however many you decide you can do. Even if you get winded before your target time is up, just keep moving whether it be jogging or even walking, there is no shame in it, and just keeping in motion will start to improve your fitness level. Once you can do your target, move it up by a minute or two a week.

      Also, another tactic you could try is to start biking in a gym or outside and start doing it in the same manner as I explained for running, however being as riding a bike is less stressful on your body you should be able to exercise longer, until you improve enough to start distance running.

      3. Remember when your distance running its not actually "running," its more about finding your appropriate stride that maximizes your distance and speed, while minimizing your effort level, so that you can go that speed for awhile.

      Also, it is important to remember to breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Just breathing with better technique can help extend your runs.

      4. Eat an apple or drink some apple juice before you go running because its simple sugars will give you extra energy, or you can eat an orange as well because it will increase your NO (nitric oxide) levels in your blood, which dilates your vein and arteries, so you have better blood flow.

      5. Run with music if you can because it just helps you relax a lot more and work harder.

18. QUESTION:
    How did the first metal tools come about?
    Hi all,

    I was wondering how the use of metal began with early humans. I know that humans got metal from the mines in the form of ore, but then what did they do? First of all, how did they dig up mines with just stone tools? How did they extract the purer metal from the ore, how did they get the fire hot enough to shape it, and how could they have shaped the first metal tools without using metal tools? They must have used stone tools, but it must have been a tricky process without modern tools.

    Thanks all

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      I was looking for that as well... I'll post some excerpts here, please check the links for the full texts:

      http://www.minelinks.com/alluvial/goldPrimitive.html
      Gold was probably the first metal known to the early hominids that, on finding it as nuggets and spangles in the soils and stream sands, were undoubtedly attracted by its intrinsic beauty, great malleability, and virtual indestructibility. As tribal development progressed through the Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic ages, and as people congregated into civilized centers, the metal appears to have taken on a sacred quality because of its enduring character (immortality), being worn initially probably as amulets and later fashioned into religious objects (idols).

      http://neon.mems.cmu.edu/cramb/Processing/history.html
      By 3600 BC the first copper smelted artifacts were found in the Nile valley and copper rings, bracelets, chisels were found. By 3000 BC weapons, tools etc. were widely found. Tools and weapons of utilitarian value were now within society, however, only kings and royalty had such tools; it would take another 500 years before they reached the peasants. Malachite, a green friable stone, was the source of copper in the early smelters. Originally it was thought that the smelting of copper was by chance dropping of malachite into campfires. However, campfire temperatures are normally in the region of 600-650 C, whereas, 700-800 C is necessary for reduction. It is more probable that early copper smelting was discovered by ancient potters whose clay firing furnaces could reach temperatures of 1100-1200 C.

      http://www.sewanee.edu/chem/chem&art/Detail_Pages/Metals/Metals_Metallurgy.htm
      In about 8000 BCE, copper was found in its elemental state and beaten into ornaments and soft weapons. It was hammered into shapes but became brittle and needed to be reheated to be further worked on. Later (about 5000 BCE) when higher temperatures could be achieved, copper was melted and poured into molds to make tools and weapons. The melting point of Cu is 1084 °C. (1983 °F.). See the figures in UNC for the types of kilns that were being used to produce ceramics. Also extra air had to be added to increase the temperature. Copper was the main metal of earliest metal history because of its abundance and extensive distribution. Early copper was found near the surface, but by the 2nd millennium BCE, true mines were used. True metallurgy began with the discovery of copper smelting. But open fires are not good because of the presence of air/oxygen. Again the heating techniques developed by ceramicists were used in smelting. The pottery kilns are very similar to the early copper smelting kilns. Heat was sufficient. So placement of fuel and ore were important.

19. QUESTION:
    How to get a more defined stomach...?
    I have a nicely shaped body for a woman who is soon to be 30yrs old. Anyway, I am 5ft 5, 140lbs with a nice upstairs and a butt like Kim K. BUT I have a little more stomach in the front than I would like. God knows, I don't want to loose my thighs or butt by excessively exercising (cause being African American/Hispanic...we gotta keep those knock-out curves:) but I want to have a more defined stomach. Does anyone know how to do that? Do small items work for the abs like the one where it looks like a wheel with handles on both sides or the small green ball (don't know whats it called) work? Any help will be greatly appreciated....

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      try using a dictionary

20. QUESTION:
    how can I get a deposit back I paid for a van off eBay that wasn't described correctly.?
    this is quite a long one any advice is much appreciated.....

    I won a small van on ebay the description is as below
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    HAVING DIFFICULTY UPLOADING PICTURES.

    NO RESERVE AUCTION, WITH NO VAT ADDED TO THE FINAL PRICE. 99P STARTING BID, WHAT IT MAKES IS WHAT YOU PAY.

    REASON FOR SALE...I'M SELLING THIS LITTLE VAN AS THERE IS NOT MUCH USE FOR IT IN SOME LINES OF WORK ITS JUST A LITTLE ON THE SMALL SIDE. (WOULD SWAP IT FOR A MEDIUM OR LARGER SIZE VAN) IE...RENAULT MASTER, VAUXHALL MOVANO, TRANSIT ETC. (EBAY RULES APPLY) WINK!! WINK!!

    RENAULT KANGOO SL17 DCI 70+ 1.5L (DIESEL) IN A NICE SHINEY RED WITH SIDE LOADING DOOR. ITS THE NEWER SHAPE ON AN (05) PLATE 2005 MODEL.

    IT HAS THE FOLLOWING :-

    M.O.T'D TILL 15/07/2012
    TAXED TILL END 12/11
    SHOWING 59,000 MILES (not genuine mileage, mileage roughly 157,000 please read below)
    POWER STEERING
    REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING (x2 remote keys)
    ELECTRIC WINDOWS
    CD PLAYER - WITH STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
    SIDE LOADING DOOR
    FULLY PLY-LINED WITH CAGED BULKHEAD
    THE REASON THE MILEAGE IS INCORRECT IS BECAUSE THE SPEEDOMETER CLOCKS WERE REPLACED BECAUSE THE SPEEDOMETER ITSELF WASNT WORKING. WORKING NOW.

    THE VAN IS A GREAT NIPPY LITTLE VAN TO DRIVE AND RETURNS A GREAT MPG. RECENTLY HAD X4 NEW TYRES FITTED ALONG WITH AN OIL AND FILTER CHANGE. ITS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT (REGARDING THERES NO PICTURES TO BACK THE CONDITION UP I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF YOU WOULD TAKE MY WORD FOR IT) IF YOU END UP BEING THE WINNING BIDDER, WHEN YOU COME TO COLLECT THE VEHICLE IF YOU GIVE ME A GOOD ENOUGH REASON WHY YOU DONT WANT TO BUY IT I WILL RETURN YOUR £100 DEPOSIT TO YOU WHICH I WILL REQUIRE WITHIN 1 HOUR OF THIS AUCTION ENDING VIA PAY PAL AND THE REST CASH ON COLLECTION. IF YOU CAN NOT DO THIS THEN PLEASE DO NOT BID.

    THE VEHICLE IS BEING USED UP UNTIL TUESDAY 26TH JULY. SO CANT BE PICKED UP BEFORE THEN SO PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND WHEN BIDDING.

    I WILL BE ADVERTISING IT ELSEWHERE SO THE AUCTION MAY END EARLY.

    FOR ANYMORE INFORMATION YOU CAN CONTACT ME VIA (ASK A QUESTION) AT THE BOTTOM LEFT OF THIS PAGE. PLEASE BE VERY PATIENT WHEN WAITING ON MY REPLY AS IM RARELY AT THE COMPUTER AND IM VERY BUSY.

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    I paid a deposit of £120.00 via paypal (as this is all that was in it) and drove 230 miles to collect the van,

    on arrival to my horror the van had a big dint and scrape down the side which had not been included on the listing,,,,my first thoughts were it had just happened....

    I was really quite annoyed but explained that the van was advertised as in good condition inside and out and this clearly should have been included as I would have never of bidded on it.

    I told the seller that i wanted a refund of my deposit whilst i was their but the seller said she had no money and she would refund me via paypal

    We left with out the van and drove home.

    when i got home the money hadn't been refunded I rang and txt the seller but they wouldnt answer my calls,,, I left it a couple of days and still no refund...

    I have put a dispute in with Paypal and they say that the buyer protection doesn't cover cars or deposits so it is unlikely I will get my money back this way....

    I am so frustrated that I have been had like this as I believed the seller to be genuine and now the seller has sent me this email bellow

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    Hi there,

    I am emailing you to let you know that i wont be refunding the non refundable deposit that you left through paypal for my van.
    i clearly explained when you bought the van that i would require a £100 non refundable deposit through paypal to secure the van so i knew you were not an ebay timewaster. (which you turned out to be anyway) i have contacted paypal and ebay regarding the sale of my van.
    it stated in the advert that the deposit would be refunded if i couldnt upload photos. which i managed to do. you knew exactly what you were buying when you started bidding.
    you wasted my time and money bidding on my van which i could have easily sold to someone else.

    i look forward to your reply
    kind regards

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    I just dont no what to do now can someone please point me in the right direction i no its not thousands of pounds but we all work hard for our money and dont expect to have it stolen like this..

    Thankyou in advance Gaz....
    I have allready contacted ebay and they also dont offer any help on cars

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21. QUESTION:
    How to permanently prevent weeds around pool area.?
    i have a in ground pool in the shape of a bean, and concrete around it in the same shape giving you somewhere to walk, with a larger area for chairs and tables. Around the concrete is small rocks, and in the back end of the pool area, is what used to be a garden and an open grass area with a swing. Every year before me and my family use the pool, we spend weekend after weekend picking weeds, I'm looking for a permanent solution to the weed problem. The weeds grow heavily through the rocks (even with tarp underneath) and they get even worse in the places with no rocks. They come in all shapes and sizes, and at this point in time, they are 3-4 feet tall and in patches. I really am trying to avoid picking the weeds the following year, is there any permanent solution without having to completely cover the entire area in concrete?

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22. QUESTION:
    How long do I have to play tennis to see the benefits?
    I heard that tennis is an intense cardio workout, depending on how often you play and or how long. So if I want to get in shape/toned by playing tennis, how many days a week do I have to play it and for how long each day? Thanks!

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23. QUESTION:
    Drinking less then a gallon a water a day, a diet, and daily exercise how fast can i drop 80 pounds?
    I'm trying to get in shape for the navy as soon as possible but i know it will take sometime

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      Well, if you're training for the Navy, you should really only lose up to 2 pounds a week. Otherwise, you'll be losing muscle.

24. QUESTION:
    how to deal with a guy that loves you but you don't love him back?
    So theirs this guy and he really likes but i don't like him back and and wrote 3 poems about how much he likes me and he asked me out and i said no. But after i said no he started to get in shape and get all strong for me and i just don't know what to do about him?

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25. QUESTION:
    How long woe it take to be Able to run a mile ? ?
    I need to run a mile under 10 minutes for soccer tryouts in a week and I'm still not capable of running a mile! how long would it take for me to be able to run a mile? And how can I make my self able to run a mile. I'm not over weight I'm 15 5'4.5" or 5'5" and 120 lbs. I used to be able to run a mile but I guess I got out of shape

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26. QUESTION:
    How do I get faster and stronger to play Defensive end?
    I want to get faster and stronger so can i get in shape to play D end. im 5'10 260lbs how much weight should i lose and what exercisers can do to get faster, stronger and more agile

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      I heard that Jared Allen learned a lot from watching the movie Karate Kid. The wax on wax off method is great.. Don't forget to paint the fence, sand the floor, and paint the house.

      If that doesn't work, I would ask your football coach what you need to work on to get better.

      Thumbs up to those who agree.

27. QUESTION:
    How to prepare for high school lacrosse ?
    I am a 14 almost 15 year old boy I am a freshman and I've never played lacrosse and have not played really any other athletic sport for several years I really want to play lacrosse but I am very badly out of shape I want to play lacrosse for My sophomore. I wanted to wait till I was a sophomore so that I can spend my freshman year training but I really dont know what I should do to get in shape the only thing is I don't know how to get in shape so if any lacrosse players or coaches can help me with specific tips and step by step interactions that woul really help. Also I have no access to a gym I only have a back yard and a 5-25 pound dumbbell I have a lot of time so I can practice pretty much every day. PLEASE HELP cause I promised my self I wouldn't be lazy anymore and I'm willing to work as hard as possible to get in shape and be the best lacrosse player I can be. Also I would like to play attack so if you have any training advice on that it would be very helpful

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      All you have to do is

28. QUESTION:
    How do you motivate yourself to get back in shape?
    I am not horribly out of shape but I don't eat as healthy or exercise anymore. When I get home from work I usually just lie around the house or read but I don't exercise very much at all. I play basketball once a week but outside of that I don't feel like doing anything. How do I motivate myself to get back in shape so I can feel better about my appearance?

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29. QUESTION:
    How do I get in shape in case I want to try to join the Navy SEALS?
    I am 14 and I am interested in joining the military when I'm old enough. I am not in good shape and I would like a motivation to get in shape.

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      Here is one test they must pass early on in the seal buds school....after they PT the hell out of them for a couple hours and they are all pretty tired (not dead to the world but not fresh and rested either) they have to make a 4 mile run on the beach in wet fatigues and boots...it has to be done in under 27 minutes, miss the time and you are out...so put together a plan and try to slowly get to that phase of fitness...push ups, crunches, sit ups, leg lifts, squats, pull ups, chin ups, rope climbing, running up and down dunes (or sandy hills if you have any near where you live) are all part of seal training, and any Marine or spec ops type training....and swimming, lots of swimming, the seals do some pretty incredible endurance swims that they have to make in their training but I'm not familiar with the required distance or times.

      Also if you don't hunt, start...get as much practice as you can with getting comfortable putting the bead on a live target in a stressful situation...duck hunting was very helpful to me with being an excellent shot (especially when standing from 200 yds) when I got to boot camp and qualified top in my series (4 platoons of about 60 recruits each) at the rifle range and was offered sniper school.

30. QUESTION:
    What shape of longboard should I get?
    I learned how to skateboard a few months ago and I'm pretty good so and I've been using my friends skateboard but I'm not ever gonna do any tricks so i thought i would get a longboard. There a few hills in my town but not any huge ones where i live. I weigh about 140 pounds and i'm 14. what shape of longboard should I get like, pintail etc..

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31. QUESTION:
    how can i lose weight/get into tip-top shape in 2 weeks?
    I'm trying to get into better shape last minute for my preseason and I plan on running a minimum of 2miles daily but I know I need more than just running so please help. Any suggestions welcome. Thanks!

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32. QUESTION:
    How to get in shape while at the beach?
    I will be going to the beach for a week in a few days. I know that running on the beach is a wonderful workout due to the sand and resistance. Does anyone know of any other workouts that are awesome for when you are on the beach, or on vacation? Also, any tips for getting the best workout while running on the beach would be great too. Like, should I go barefoot by the water or run where the sand is dry? Stuff like that. Thanks so much! Have a good day

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33. QUESTION:
    How much is this globe worth?
    I have recently gotten in my possession a really old globe. I'm not entirely sure on exactly how old, but it's still in good shape and instead of Russia being printed on it, it still says Union Of Soviet Socialist Republics, and all there is that's printed is Korea, although the north and south parts are colored to match today's North and South Korea. So, is there any way to tell how much this is worth or just how old it is? I'll also answer questions asked about certain regions/ countries if it can help to tell its age.

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34. QUESTION:
    So... about coming out... help?
    I know that this question has been asked before but I just need to get some answers for myself. So here goes. (If you can't already tell this is sort of hard for me to talk about.) I've always known I wasn't like everyone else; I've always sort of followed what I thought I should be like, and that meant pretending to be attracted to women. The truth, though, is that I've never been remotely attracted to a woman in my life. On the other hand, I have been attracted to plenty of men. I can't explain it at all, it's just an innate feeling I've had since I was a child. I've had people ask me in the past if I was gay and I always defiantly said no. I've never been ready to admit the one secret that's weighed me down over the years. And I guess I should say why exactly I never came clean in the first place. I live in a community that is accepting, but not exactly the ideal place for someone to be gay. There are a lot of people in support of gay rights but I feel that if I were to come out to everyone before I go to college, then I'd lose a lot of the relationships that I've built up over the years. Some of my straight male friends might get the wrong idea and think that I befriended them because I was attracted to them, which is not the case whatsoever. I'm not really attracted to any of them, actually. Mostly because they're a little too arrogant and immature for my taste. My family, in general, would accept it pretty well. My mom would definitely be okay with it. My dad might be a little bit less receptive since he is the most Republican man ever and I have an inkling that he wants me to have kids of my own. He supports gay rights but not gay marriage, which upsets me quite a bit. My brothers would probably not be too shocked since I never have girls over ever and I've yet to even go on a date with a girl. The rest of my family would be completely fine with it I know. The thing that's holding me back, though, is how much I know my life will change once I come out. I think it would take my immediate family a little bit of adjusting, but I know that they'll support me... they always have.

    As far as when I want to come out is a bit of a different story. I want to come out in a year from now because it'll give me time to evaluate my life and get in better physical shape so that I feel more confident about myself. I know that my confidence will go way up once I drop some weight and start feeling more energized. By the way I'm going into my freshman year in college soon.

    What scares me the most though, is what'll happen between me and my best friend. He's straight obviously, and we have a ton in common. We bonded last year at a camp and I've never been as close to a person as I was/am with him. I fear that our relationship would totally change once I come out, since he might think that I only befriended him because I was attracted to him, but again that's not the case at all. I've never thought about any of my friends that way, ever. I respect them too much and I honestly just like them as friends. What I think I should do is come out to him or my other best friend, who is from NYC. He told me once that he would not care if I was gay, which makes sense since he is from the most diverse city in the world. I know in the back of my head that nothing would really change between me and my best friends, but I don't know for sure obviously.

    Since I have no one to talk to quite yet I figured I'd just talk it out on here and hope someone can give me some wisdom. Who should I come out to first? After I come out to my family, what do I do? Any other wise words are welcome.

    Thanks for any help in advance!

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35. QUESTION:
    How much would my old Xbox+2 controllers+one game go for and where would be the best place to sell it?
    I'm looking to sell me old Xbox, it has a skull pattern skin on it and it is in great shape has music on it and i hav 2 controllers and one game (GTA San Andreas). How much could I get from it and where would be the best place to sell it?

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36. QUESTION:
    how long will it take to get back in shape after a month off from running?
    i am a high school runner and need to get back in shape for a time trial at the end of the month. I had to take a month long break due to pneumonia and would like to know if i will have time to get back in shape before the time trial

    • ANSWER:
      just take it easy with your running for a week or so. then you'd be able to get back in shape very quickly. you might be even faster than what you used to be!

37. QUESTION:
    How much should I workout?
    I want to get in shape, to get rid of fat and form some mucsles. How often should I visit the gym?

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38. QUESTION:
    How can I skim off a few pounds of stomach fat in two weeks?
    I'd like to be in tip top shape when school starts. Is there a way I can get some stomach blubber off in two weeks? Pleaseeee help me...I'm very self concious and would like to be confident come Fall.

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39. QUESTION:
    How to improve my soccer perfomance?
    I play soccer, and i'm pretty good, but I want to get better. How can I improve my performance in a few time, so that we can see a difference on the ground. I want to get in physical shape, have a good cardio, and to execute better. I'm open to all the answers, a long detailed on will be chosen as best answer so thanks

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40. QUESTION:
    How to talk to girls? I get really nervous around them... Girls please answer!?
    well im a 14 year old boy and im just going into high school. Im in good shape a lot of girls like me (not to brag) but im popular and stuff but i get nervous around girls. Especially the ones I like... I fell fine and confident when other guys are around but when its just me and another girl i just get nervous and fell like im going to do something stupid. haha so if there are any girls are answering what should i do? what should i talk about? I just fell like they are going to judge me and think im some stupid kid or something...

    idk im just very self conscious:/

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41. QUESTION:
    How do I get started in cheerleading? Do I have what it takes?
    I have thought for a long time about started cheerleading. No, its not for the popularity. Its for the fun of cheering people on, and being a part of a team.
    I am very flexible in every area of my body except inner thighs, which means that i can bend backwards and form on O shape, or put one of my legs behind my head, but not do the splits. ( I am currently working on doing the splits but it is a long painful process for me :/ )
    I have taken a few formal gymnastics classes, but mainly i practice on my trampoline in my backyard. I can do a cartwheel, round off, front flip, and back walk-over, and i am currently working on my back hand spring.
    I'm not exactly sure how to get started, there doesn't seem to be any cheer camps in my area.
    I will try out at school when the tryout day comes, but since it is the summer, does anyone know how i can get started, or a good place to take a class? Should I even bother? I mean, do I have enough skill?
    I am located in northern california, near sacramento.
    Thank you so much for your time!

    • ANSWER:
      Go for it! You should deffinately try out! It sounds like you have the skill and dedication to make it far in cheerleading. Good job, and I hope you make the team!

42. QUESTION:
    How do I get my mom to understand that therapy wont change me?!?
    I am a 14 year old girl,and my mom just doesn't seam to accept me for who I am. I know my parents well enough to know that I wouldn't tell them. My mom only foud out because she found me making out with another girl. She completely freaked and overreacted. We talked about ti and I was honest with her. I am attracted to girls and I am not interested in boys in any way shape or form. I told her that I am who I am and I cant change that. Then she brought up something that happened like 4 years ago. He brought up the fact that I was molested by a family member and that she thinks its what "made me gay". I told her that nothing "makes" people gay, either you are or you aren't, and what happened to me didn't "make me gay". Then she went on and on about how she thinks Im straight and that Im only going through a phase. (I don't even know if its a phase, Im just doing what makes me happy)I told her that she is right and that its probably a phase. then she told me that what I was doing is wrong and that I should start dating boys. I told her to leave me alone and that I am not going to change just to make her happy. Now she wants me to see a therapist so that I will be "normal", and change. I did go to a therapist like she wanted, we talk about my past and everything. But I know I wont change because of it. My mom still says that after Im done with therapy I'll be normal and like boys. How do I get her to understand that therapy wont change who I am, and that she wont change who I am either?!

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43. QUESTION:
    How in shape should I be before I contact a border patrol recruiter?
    I've been slightly out-of-shape, but that's because i haven't been exercising properly. I'm back to running and should be in shape quickly. I'm not exactly Michael Jordan right now, but I am slightly stocky. I don't have a history of being fat. Should I run a couple more weeks until I'm in basketball player shape, or just get it over with now?

    • ANSWER:
      Historically the Border Patrol Academy is well known for the physical training they put new agents through. At the Academy in Artesia Wells, New Mexico you will run and run and run some more, so if I were you I would concentrate on running and cardiovascular endurance, with some weight training mixed in.

      Due to the fact that the U.S. Border Patrol is hiring new agents at a record setting pace, they have considerably reduced the length of the Academy, which used to run nearly six months. But since they are desperate for new recruits, the total length of the program is now about two months. The rumor was that too many recruits were unable to pass the rigorous physical training requirements, so the Border Patrol eased back on their Academy length and are now enabling higher numbers of rookie agents to successfully complete the training.

      Regardless of the reduced time, you will run and run I can promise you. While the training time has been cut by more than half, the Border Patrol still takes the physical conditioning of their agents very seriously, especially for those assigned to the southern border. Concentrate on your running and cardio and as I also mentioned earlier, throw in some weight training and you should be okay.

44. QUESTION:
    How do I get back into shape quickly and stop the constant soreness and muscle tightness?
    I'm a sophmore in high school now and I've been running track for two years. Freshman year I played football, and wrestled after, when wrestling season was over i was still in shape and I joined track. I was a star on the team as a freshman, i ran an 800 in about 2:14 a mile around 5:00 and 2 miles around 11:10. Since I was so successful my coach convinced me to quit football and run cross country. Cross Country season the next year was also successful, I ran about a 17 minute 5K and was feeling great. Then I wrestled on the varsity wrestling team, near the end of the season I got sick, missed practise for a couple of weeks and got out of shape. When track season came I was out of shape and could hardly keep up in practise, and got sore everyday. When one thing would go away, another thing would get sore. My thighs, my calves, my abs, ect. I've been doing terrible so far in the races and my body is in pain. How do i get the magic back?

    • ANSWER:
      One of the major causes of muscle soreness is when you suddenly start exercising a muscle that you haven't used in a long time. I am guessing that you didn't use your thighs, calves, abs, etc. in wrestling as much as you do now in track.

      Doing general stretching exercises before you run should help you avoid muscle soreness. Also, gradually increasing the intensity of your workout will help. The idea is that you want your muscles to ease into your running so that your soreness will be less likely to occur. There is conflicting evidence regarding post-workout exercises, but it may help.

      In the meanwhile, since your pain seems to be in localized regions, you can ice your muscles to reduce the inflammations. No more than 15 minutes at a time for about 3-4 times a day. Pain medication may be taken if the pain becomes too severe to bear, but they do nothing to make it go away any faster.

      As your muscles get used to running again, the muscle soreness and tightness will pass sooner than you think. I am sure that you will be back to your "magical" self. Good luck.

45. QUESTION:
    How would I get back into shape so I can rebuild my muscle and cardio and get into fighter shape?
    I want to get into combat shape. I'm under 25 years old but I haven't worked out in about 2 years.
    I want to get into shape to become a cop or soldier.
    I know it takes time but I need quick methods.

    • ANSWER:
      P90X fa sho

46. QUESTION:
    How to get in the best shape in a month?
    Cross country season starts in about a month and a half and I really want to be in shape when it starts. I haven't been running much so I'm not in the best shape. What kind of runs should I do to get in shape in a month. Any other suggestions are welcome. Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      You need to focus on consistency. Start off with running every other day, shoot for 30 minutes of continuous running. Start every workout with the kind of warm up that you'll do at practice.

      Once you're comfortable with 30 minutes (might only take you a week or two), start adding in more days each week, and run harder on a couple of days. Your next goal is to be running 30 minutes, 6 days per week, comfortably.

      If you still have time before the first practice, start adding minutes to one day to turn it into a long run of an hour. Keep the other runs around 30 minutes, most days at a relatively easy pace, some days faster (comfortably hard).

      Once practice starts, this should give you a solid base to train from.

47. QUESTION:
    How should I start getting back into shape?
    I really need to start getting into shape. I'm not fat or anything but I can't even jog a mile without having to walk. I need to get my cardio-vascular muscles into shape. I haven't had any exercise since last fall, and I need to be in shape for soccer this summer. How should I start? I don't think that just trying to jog is a good idea because I always just have to walk. Any suggestions would help. Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      Jump rope is very good for cardio work out.

48. QUESTION:
    How to get in good shape for varsity soccer next year?
    I have 4 months and the whole summer (2 months) to prep for varsity soccer. I am currently in a very bad shape, I am overweight, and I do a 9.5 minute mile. Is it even possible to get in shape in that time? If so how? Please include a detailed description/outline if possible.

    • ANSWER:
      I am only a freshmen but I made varsity and hell week I will tell you what they call it hel week for a reason. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT YOU GET IN SHAPE FOR VARSITY SOCCER. Varsity players do less that the JV and Freshmen people do. At practices especially.

      At tryouts you need to make sure that you don't give up and try to keep up with the pack.

      But you need to make sure you do a lot of sprinting hear is a program specific for training for varsity players.

      Play or do recovery runs on two of the other days.
      Make sure that you do a proper warm up and cool down each time and that you are hydrating properly. Do not do more that what is required in this running program.

      Running Workout for High School Players
      Monday
      At a track
      300m in 1 minute or less recovery for 2 minutes
      200m in 35 seconds or less recovery for 1:30
      100m in 25 seconds or less recovery for 1 min
      then recovery for 3 minutes, active recovery juggle your soccer ball,
      footskills etc. then, repeat the whole workout again
      Wednesday
      At a track
      1200m (3 laps) run in 4:40 - 5:00 then recover for 5 minutes run again in under 4:40 - 5:00
      Friday
      Repeat as Monday

      You also need to make sure you do a lot of ab work because the stronger core that you have the more balanced you are.
      Also work on your leg strengths, do a lot of squats and lunges. Lift weight with your arms and legs. All of this will make you stonger there fore making you stonger on the field.

49. QUESTION:
    How Do You Get In Shape For Middle School Basketball Girl Tryouts?
    I want to know because I am going to tryout and it is in a week, and I am not quite in shape. Please I want to know because I want to tryout. Do you have any tips that will get me in shape in a week with out using cheesy products or buying any medicines or anything.

    • ANSWER:
      practice

50. QUESTION:
    How can I get in good shape and stick with a good exercise habit?
    I am 13 and it is almost wrestling season and I heard the conditioning is very hard and you have to be in good shape, and the thing is I'm not. I ride my bike miles every day but I still am not in very good shape. I don't know what to do to become fit and how to stick with it. So what should I do?

    • ANSWER:
      flat-stomach-six-pack-abs.com

      You want to workout 3-5 times a week. Since you're young, you should focus on cardio and eating right. Lifting weights will come later in your life.