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  • in reply to: Day 2, gym workout discrepancy #425156
    Naomi
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    Thank you!

    Noticed this as well. Following… I’m assuming it’s supposed to be the negative pullup since we see the rear delt raise later in the workout?

    This is being changed in the eBook and an new version will be re-uploaded, it should be Pullup Negatives w/Static Hold, thank you for catching this 🙂

    in reply to: HIIT Cardio #425102
    Naomi
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    Hi! I have a peloton bike and they have 30 minute HIIT classes. Would this be ok for the days that HIIT is involved?

    Yep, any 30 min HIIT cardio will work for your 30 min of HIIT 🙂

    in reply to: Day 2, gym workout discrepancy #425098
    Naomi
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    THe ebook list a “Rear Delt Dumbbell Raise” as the third exercise and the workout tab lists a “Pullup Negatives w/Static Hold”. Which is correct? I’m guessing the negative pull up

    Hey, let me double check on this and get back with you 🙂

    in reply to: Phase 1 – At-Home (Full Equipment) #425097
    Naomi
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    Hi,
    I’m reviewing the workouts for phase 1 at-home full equipment and noticed some differences between the ebook and what was on the website…just wondering which should be followed.

    Monday – ebook lists crunches but website with video lists lying leg lifts (both target abs so I’m assuming this one doesn’t matter)
    Tuesday – ebook lists Rear Delt Dumbbell Raise but website with video lists Pullup Negatives with Static Hold

    Thanks

    Hey, let me double check on this and get back with you.

    in reply to: Food Plan Missing #425089
    Naomi
    Moderator

    Hello,
    When I click on Nutrition, I don’t see any food plans. Can you please tell me where to find them. I signed up yesterday.

    The complete meal plans, recipes, foods list, cardio workouts, etc. are all in the ebook PDF 👍

    in reply to: Workout timing #425088
    Naomi
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    in reply to: Workout timing #425077
    Naomi
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    After reading the above questions, do we do cardio everyday or only on workout days, thanks!

    This is explained in detail in the Cardio Tab of the program, here

    Please make sure you read all of the info and watch all the videos so you don’t miss any important info 🙂

    in reply to: Videos #425065
    Naomi
    Moderator

    If it helps, I found some great demo videos on the NW site for the exercises I wasn’t sure of. I just typed the exercise into the search bar and they popped up.

    Yes, this is a great feature available to web site members, but the membership doesn’t come with the challenge and is a separate purchase but definitely well worth it 🙂

    in reply to: Interval Timer set up for Total Body Cardio Acceleration #425063
    Naomi
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    What are you using for in app for an interval timer? That ratio body acceleration workout is totally new to me. I have an iphone, would like to grab one that folks know work well as opposed to spending my last 4 weeks trying to find one. Thanks in advance.

    There is an app Nicole uses and recommends called “Interval Timer” which has all the features you’ll need. Good luck with the challenge 🙂

    in reply to: Workout timing #425062
    Naomi
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    Would it be ok to do cardio in the am and lifting in the evening?

    Yep, I believe Nicole covers this in the program info and videos. Make sure you read through everything and watch all the videos so you don’t miss anything. Good luck 🙂

    in reply to: Warm up reps #425061
    Naomi
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    What do we do for the warm up reps on a given excercise when it calls for it? Lower weight?

    Yep, you are just getting the blood flowing to the are you are about to work, and getting your joints, ligaments, tendons, etc. mobile, so you really shouldn’t go very heavy with warm-up reps.

    in reply to: Rest days #425060
    Naomi
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    Hello,

    I am super excited about this program as I was following Nicole for 10+ year and can’t wait to jump in and take this challenge.

    Quick question: If I want to switch my rest day with another day would that make a difference?

    Hey Alina! You can swap rest days, yes. Supplements are not required for the program, just recommended 😉

    in reply to: Breakfast wraps #424450
    Naomi
    Moderator

    I had two little helpers with cutting veggies for meal prep. I am trying out pre-making the breakfast wraps, freezing them, and then microwaving them in the morning. I will let everyone know how they turn out being reheated. 🙂

    So cute!! 🙂

    in reply to: Cheesecake #424448
    Naomi
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    The cheeses cake looks delicious would this replace an entire meal ?

    I don’t understand your question. You would have the serving size of cheesecake as indicated in whatever meal plan you are following.

    in reply to: Training #424447
    Naomi
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    Hi! I’m Hope
    When doing the drop sets, I know Nicole stated to not drop dramatic weight from like a 50 pound to a 20 pound but my question is … do I start out at a weight that is comfortable enough to achieve the 10 reps and then just raise the starting weight on the next shoulder day.

    Yep, that should work! I usually drop between 5-10lbs for my drop sets. Start with the highest weight you can lift for the indicated number of reps, then drop by about 5 or 10lb increments.

    in reply to: Plan 1 – exchange food higher calories #424444
    Naomi
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    I used the exchange list but I’m almost 200 calories over … can someone check my log? Am I doing something wrong or is there a recommendation anyone can make? I’m 5’3” on women’s plan one. Thank you!!

    If you are 5’3″ then you should follow Meal Plan 1. As long as you are within about 5 grams +/- each macro you should be fine. Go based off macros instead of overall calories, MFP (if that is the app you are using) is not always consistent with the macro/calorie ratios, not sure why. At times I will be right on with my macros but over on my calories. It doesn’t make sense, but I don’t worry about it any more. As longs your macros match up within about 5g up or down from the goal then you are considered on target 🙂

    in reply to: Measurement entries #424437
    Naomi
    Moderator

    Hi! In past challenges we’ve provided a chest measurement. I don’t see a space for that under the upload section. Is that not a factor in this challenge?
    Thanks!

    I would just enter the measurements that are required/asked of you in the form upon uploading and measuring for this challenge.

    in reply to: Cheddar Cheese Fat or Dairy #424436
    Naomi
    Moderator

    I noticed on Women’s Meal Plan 2 Meal 3 option 1 cheddar cheese is (1/2 F) but on exchange it’s a dairy. Is cheddar cheese a fat or dairy?

    Sorry for the confusion, it could be considered both a fat and a dairy, as it falls under both categories.

    in reply to: Pb2 sub #424433
    Naomi
    Moderator

    What is PB2? Is it 2 scoops of peanut butter?

    PB2 is not two scoops of peanut butter, no, it is a brand of dried/deydrated peanut butter. If you Google “PB2” you can find out more info about what the product is. I believe you can order it from Amazon.com

    PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter

    in reply to: Vegan vs vegetarian meals #424302
    Naomi
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    Can I switch between the vegan meal plan and regular (vegetarian) meal plan options (such as pick a day as vegan and a day as vegetarian meal plan?
    I do not understand the macro diet concept so unsure how to substitute properly.
    Thanks… newbie to this process but excited to learn more

    As log as your calories and macros are on target for your goals at the end of the day, it’s is no problem to switch between vegan/non vegan meal plans.

    in reply to: Cardio Intensity #424301
    Naomi
    Moderator

    Here is what Nicole recommends for the cardio HR goals – but as always, listen to your body. Everyone is starting at a different place, and some people may be in great cardiorespiratory shape while others have been out of the cardio game for a very long time, so above all, go based off of perceived rate of exertion:

    (if it is intervals – HITT or otherwise – you want to keep your HR up, but it will fluctuate up and down during high intervals/low intervals, which is totally normal)
    • HIIT Cardio Range from 120-190 bpm
    • Interval Cardio 140-165 bpm
    • Steady State Cardio 140-165 beats per minute (bpm)

    in reply to: Cardio/weight timing #424269
    Naomi
    Moderator

    If I split up cardio and weight training (one early in the morning, one mid day day), which should ideally be performed first?

    Cardio in the morning, then lifting later and post-workout meal after lifting only 🙂

    in reply to: Lifting shoes #424268
    Naomi
    Moderator

    Which shoes do you all recommend for leg days. I also feel a little wobbly in my regular gym shoes when doing legs.

    Anything with a flatter fitting would be good: Vans, Chuck Taylors, etc., nothing with too much cushion 😉

    in reply to: Injury #424267
    Naomi
    Moderator

    I had rotator cuff surgery 3 weeks ago. I cant use that arm for at least a month or longer. On the upper body days should I just do the HIIT workouts and abs or do you have a suggestion as to how I can modify the workout plan? Kind of an odd time to join a challenge but I know its more about the diet than the working out.

    Hey there- I would adhere to what your doctor cleared you to do, and not try to do anything beyond that, not even modifications of an exercise that might impact your rotator cuff recovery in any way. I would also discuss the program with your doctor at your follow up appointment and see what recommendations your doctor gives you and what you might be cleared for. Best of luck, please keep us posted! 🙂

    in reply to: How do we sub #424266
    Naomi
    Moderator

    I don’t quite understand how to SUB things in the meal plan. Can someone help me understand this better please

    Nicole explains all of this in great detail in the Nutrition Tab of this program.

    Please read through all the information in the section and watch all the videos. Nicole goes through in detail how to sub in the Nutrition 101 video.

    Good luck, I hope this helps 🙂

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