...and the kitchen sink

Any suggestions on losing belly fat on lower abs?

keishia — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:54:19 GMT

I can't seem to lose my lower bulge no matter what I do . What can I do?

Flaxseed vs. Fish Oil

Anonymous — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 21:30:12 GMT

I’ve taken Flaxseed Oil (pill form) for two years now and have recently switched to Fish Oil since I’ve heard a lot of positive things about it. Both provide the needed Omega-3 that most people don’t get enough of but I was wondering if anyone who has been taking Fish Oil for some time now can tell me what they think about it. I started taking Fish Oil because of the benefits it has for the skin and hair in addition to the Omega-3. I’ve read a lot of material where people claim that they have great skin and hair from taking Fish Oil. I’ve only been on it for two weeks now which isn’t enough to make a difference I would think. I take 1000mg three times a day as the bottle recommends.

Has anyone noticed a difference with their hair or skin from taking Fish Oil?

Post a Puzzle

jayzeek — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 18:46:16 GMT

One of my favorite ways to relieve stress is by doing puzzles - word searches, Soduku, logic problems, jigsaw puzzles, whatever. I like the challenge and they keep my mind fresh. So if you have a great puzzle or problem, click on the reply button at the top right of this thread and submit it. Look at the puzzle below - can you figure it out?

What's next in the sequence?

3284195...328415...32415...3241...321...______

Jayzeek - A Lumen

Heath Coach

saniewski — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 13:25:05 GMT

I don't understand the ideal of a health coach?

I have joined a GYM (at my expense) and hired and personal Trainer. ( at my expense again). Yet Lumenos does not cover any those expenses.. Other health insurance cover at least the gym memebership, why doesn't Lumenos. I don't need a Personal Health coach, it serves no purpose. I am taking steps to inprove my heath, this is the best I have felt in over 40 years,

James Saniewski

digestive problems

dparks — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 18:21:49 GMT

My wife has been having major problems with digestion. Immediately after eating she has a lot of pain, pressure and also a lot of bloating. A while back she was in the hospital for something unrelated and was given a lot of antibiotics. Our thought is the antibiotics killed off all the good bugs in her digestive system and kept the bad ones. I've gotten her a ton of probiotics and have her taking approximately 40 billion good bugs per day. Is there anything else we should be doing to get her back to normal?

Pilates: Can you recommend a good beginner video/DVD?

Canadanna — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 11:26:47 GMT

I have started some basic abdominal and core exercises. I would like to do more. Any suggestions for a DVD that has good instructions for modifying the exercises so that I will not injure myself?

Breaking into the stored fat zones...

cincymarge — Thu, 03 May 2007 20:06:19 GMT

Have any of you heard that if you exercise before you eat that you are dipping into burning the stored fat zones? I remember also being told that by several people...what are your thoughts? have you heard this?

Dancercize

mrs.jones — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 02:15:02 GMT

Woohoo! I am so excited about this new class I have joined. I live in a VERY small town...so the fact that I found this here is exciting in and of itself! Anyway...I went last night for the first time. It's about 90% dance and 10% aerobics. It's a lot of hip-hop and salsa and So Much Fun! I just wanted to encourage those of you who are getting tired of your regular old gym workouts to think about joining some kind of dance class. It is great exercise but even better...it's a BLAST and you can pick up some new skills in the process!!

Post Your Summer Break Activities

jayzeek — Thu, 31 May 2007 19:59:57 GMT

Do you have fun activities planned for this summer? We would love to hear about them. To share your Summer Break Activities with others, simply reply to this blog. My plans for this summer are below.

For this summer, I have one big trip planned. My only sister, Jessica, is getting married in the middle of July. The wedding is in downtown Detroit so I am flying back for a long weekend. I grew up in suburban Detroit and haven't been back since Christmas, so it will be nice see my family and old friends. Plus, I’m excited to see my sister get hitched.

Justin - A Lumen

You on a Diet

JEL — Wed, 02 May 2007 00:28:02 GMT

I am enjoying this book and glad I found out about it right here on Ignite. Since spring has arrived I am very active outside. But when its a rainy day I do some reading. I hope everyone from the fitness challenge is keeping up with their healthy routines!

Tips for bathing suit season

cincymarge — Thu, 03 May 2007 20:23:48 GMT

I am currently walking about 2 miles 5 days a week. and just started doing weight training seriously this week and the walking program seriously about 4 weeks ago. I would say before that I wasnt that serious about losing weight. I have noticed major changes in my attitude, my energy level. Just wanting some extra tips-whether it be concerning nutrition-some awesome exercises that you have or have done.

Tips any tips for losing in the bottom and hip area?

cincymarge — Thu, 03 May 2007 20:09:58 GMT

Any tips are welcome on losing in thigh, bottom, and hip area.

Kashi Go Lean Crunch

JEL — Fri, 23 Mar 2007 02:17:53 GMT

I recently bought this cereal and really like it. I have been really hungry lately, not sure if it is stress or just that I'm being more active. Anyway, this cereal is good in the morning or as a snack at night. The honey almond flax has 8 grams of fiber and 9 grams of protein. Hope everyone is getting outside and walking!

Yahoo's 100 smartest diet tips

JEL — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 19:17:10 GMT

I read this post on Yahoo. It is very interesting and helpful.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

JEL — Sat, 17 Mar 2007 23:44:43 GMT

Hope everyone is enjoying green today!

spring like weather

JEL — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 11:22:06 GMT

The temperature is going to be about 70 today so I will finally be able to get outside for a walk! It is easier this time of year to be active. Hope everyone else is sticking with their healthy life style.

Recipe for Life

JEL — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 22:47:18 GMT

Since I had the flu this week and I don't sit still well, I finished reading the book "Recipe for Life" by Graham and Treena Kerr. I was very impressed with all the changes they have made and motivated to make some of my own! He will have a cookbook out sometime this year that I will probably also get.

Breaking a Bad Habit - Procrastination!

jayzeek — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 17:06:07 GMT

So I need your help. I am a procrastinator by nature and I need some tips for planning. I usually wait until the last minute to get my dry-cleaning done, get my car serviced, or begin that detailed project at work. I end up with no clean clothes, unnecessary car repairs, and a big headache because I delivered a rushed project to my boss. And in the end, I kick myself because I could have alleviated frustration by thinking ahead. Got any suggestions?

Justin - A Lumen

Hello! It is the 19th...who are the winners?

mrs.jones — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 17:41:36 GMT

Hey everyone. I have been trying to keep myself from obsessively looking at this website today to see if they have announced the winners yet..but...golly...it's going on noon and still nothing...!!!?? I wonder how we are going to find out anyway? Maybe just a new post in the main thread??

After Valentine's Day

JEL — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 12:25:54 GMT

I hope that everyone had a great Valentine's Day! My son and daughter were both home from school. I did some shoveling and my son started working on digging an igloo in the 6 ft. pile of snow at the end of the driveway. The landscape is beautiful. So, did everyone do okay with not eating too much chocolate? Thankfully we didn't have any chocolate in the house! I did make cookies though. Next holiday to watch for is Lent for those in the Christian faith. I don't celebrate Mardi Gras. So I won't have to worry about extra calories on that day! Lent can be a positive experience of giving up something for a reason. I haven't given up anything in the past, but this year I'm thinking about what to give up for 6 weeks, until Easter.