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Most of the time I look forward to my workouts. Not only do I enjoy the physical challenge they present, but they’re meditative. When I start a workout, I shove everything else out of my mind and focus on the task at hand. It’s a welcoming breath of fresh air that allows me to decompress.

And then there are periods like the past few weeks. I do not want to work out. There are other things I’d rather be doing and other tasks where I’d like to focus my attention.

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A health and fitness regimen should make you feel good about yourself. Yes, that sounds like a common sense statement, however …

Obsession; deprivation; frustration; guilt.

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It’s always exciting to add a new piece of equipment to my home gym. It can be a bit less fun when you spend your hard-earned money on something that ends up being a disappointment, and even more fun when something turns out to be better than expected.

Which one was the Titan Fitness seated leg curl and extension machine? You’ll find out in this review.

Please note, I purchased this machine and Titan Fitness did not ask me to write a review. All opinions are my own. Affiliate links are used.

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The health and fitness industry profits off the insecurities of women. Conveniently, many people and companies eagerly offer to sell us the solution. “You hate that fat on your body? Take this pill!”; “Unsightly cellulite on your thighs? Try this cream and simple procedure!”; “Hate seeing yourself in the mirror, in a swimsuit because of unsightly flaws? Try this rapid fat loss diet!”

Some people say the solution is simple: “Just love your body,” they say. “If women loved their bodies, then no one could profit off the insecurities perpetuated by this billion-dollar industry.”

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Nutrition.

It can be confusing. It can be tremendously frustrating. 

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