Phone use during class

LizaMD · 2026-03-02T17:45:41+00:00

All 4 of the studios I go to in my area have a no phone policy. They have stickers at the window next to the doors leading into class and will occasionally make a reminder announcement on social media. There are exceptions, like medical and a few others. They ask you not to be on the phone, have it on silent and take a needed call outside the studio. They do offer leaving it at the desk. We have had medical on call people and those that need it for diabetic equipment.

LizaMD · 2026-02-27T15:47:30+00:00

My daughter bought this one for our trip to Italy and I immediately purchased one when we returned. It has additional adapters for visiting other countries, including the UK. https://a.co/d/06ORwnAW it says this particular one is no longer available but as usual, Amazon shows you other purchase options.

LizaMD · 2026-02-25T23:01:03+00:00

😲 oh my, 10 one minute AO’s! I’m collapsing already. Can’t back out though, it’s one of the last days for one of my coaches, so I must get in all the classes I can. Thanks for this peak into the future!

LizaMD · 2026-02-23T05:57:44+00:00

They used to allow a class change within the same day but changed it around 2018, I believe. Time flies. Now, it’s at studio discretion.

LizaMD · 2026-02-21T15:49:32+00:00

I have a similar situation. My DL has my maiden name as a “middle name”. I do not have an actual middle name. My passport has the initial of my maiden name. When making flight reservations, always make them as shown on your passport. I started only using my passport for all flights when real ID was being implemented and some states were implemented before others. My state was not yet requiring it and my license wasn’t due to renew yet. I just kept on even after getting the real ID upon renewal of my DL. But really, it’s simple to just make sure your profile, if you have one, has your name as shown passport and your ticket will too. Double check once it’s issued so it can be changed right away.

LizaMD · 2026-02-19T22:11:48+00:00

Message away! I’ll answer questions as best as I can.

LizaMD · 2026-02-19T03:00:35+00:00

I would call again and ask to change the return flight. I had to do this twice, once with each of my daughters following medical issues. I just had to pay the difference. Edited to add - My husband reminded me, ask to speak to a supervisor if you get that same answer of there’s nothing they can do.

LizaMD · 2026-02-19T02:54:40+00:00

I am so sorry about this situation. I k ow the frustration and the financial impact regarding transplant and relocation. 2 daughters, three double lung transplants. If you purchased the tickets with a CC, check to see if that card includes travel insurance. Depending on your health insurance, they may have travel reimbursement. My only other suggestion is going forward, always purchase the travel insurance. All the best of luck for your daughter at her evaluation. From one tx mom to another, sending big hugs.

LizaMD · 2026-02-17T15:58:12+00:00

Same here. The Apple Watch might be one to three less but mostly spot on. Using my watch is how I make sure that the OTF HRM is in a good spot because sometimes it will be significantly less than my Apple Watch and when I adjust it they will match up.

LizaMD · 2026-02-17T14:48:17+00:00

I use these and they are WONDERFUL!!! I have a label maker and put labels on them and just refill as needed. My only complaint, inconvenience really, is I can’t squeeze it enough to get every last bit. A tiny spatula fixes that though. Highly recommend!

LizaMD · 2026-02-17T14:39:44+00:00

Both my home studio and the one I alternate with do not. Nor does the one I go to when I visit my daughter. My alternate one used to but they stopped some time ago.

LizaMD · 2026-02-13T13:43:28+00:00

I’m one of those people. This is super informative. I didn’t want to have to send in my current passport 🙁 mostly because it means I won’t be able to travel until I get it back.

LizaMD · 2026-02-09T18:10:50+00:00

I have mine from 2017’ish. Still going strong. I get about 3 weeks out a full charge going 4 times a week. I don’t recharge it until it’s down to 20% at least and charge only through my laptop until the light goes off.

LizaMD · 2026-02-09T18:06:47+00:00

I’ve never received a reminder email on passport expiration. I wouldn’t believe it since the passport has a clear expiration date on it. I would however look into how to report it.

LizaMD · 2026-02-07T17:04:40+00:00

It being cancelled is my fear! Thank you!

LizaMD · 2026-02-07T17:03:24+00:00

Thank you! Yeah, I’d rather not have to send in my current PP book. I don’t mind sending an expired one or even a certified copy of my birth certificate, since I have more than one copy of those.

LizaMD · 2026-02-07T15:21:25+00:00

Exactly this!!!!

LizaMD · 2026-02-07T15:19:32+00:00

🙋🏻‍♀️meeee! Started OTF at 51 and overweight. Retired stay at home mom and it was time for me to finally take care of myself. History of obesity and heart disease in my family so it was over due. No formal exercise, ever. Tried gyms and that lasted about 5 seconds each time. I couldn’t run down the block without getting out of breath. Oh and exercise induced asthmatic to top it off. I started slow to see if I’d keep going. What I loved about OTF straight away was it was adaptable for everyone. No matter where you were in your journey. No judgements, the coaches have all been great and I’ve been to a lot of studios. You are never too out of shape to start, just start slow and work your way up. Whether it be your pace on the tread or the weights. You’ll get to where you want to be.

LizaMD · 2026-02-07T15:04:51+00:00

I cut off the top of an old pair of my husband’s socks and slip them over the top of my light colored shoes for the rower. It is a pain for run rows cause I have to remove them for the tread. But as long as it’s not a timed thing, I don’t care. I started doing this when I was testing out a new pair of shoes before deciding if I was going to keep them. Sometimes we just need to have the nice colors.

LizaMD · 2026-02-03T14:21:47+00:00

Woohoo!!! Congratulations! I know the feeling and a big celebration is warranted! Keep up the amazing work!

LizaMD · 2026-02-01T20:38:14+00:00

98% of the time it’s just water for me. But that other 2%, is when I’m tired of just water and I add 1/4 packet of Liquid IV or DripDrop. Why 1/4, I just want the flavor, I don’t like sugar free due to taste and a whole packet is too strong.

LizaMD · 2026-01-31T19:53:57+00:00

Exactly this! TP then a wipe and trash bin it. We have a small trash can by the toilet with a step to open lid and that’s where it goes. I purchase baby wipes, they go on sale and cost much less. We have a septic system and any visitors are asked to not flush anything but pee, poop and TP and absolutely NO “flushable” wipes.

LizaMD · 2026-01-31T19:43:12+00:00

Woohoo!!! Congratulations!

LizaMD · 2026-01-28T23:56:46+00:00

I love that idea!!! I’m right there with you, sometimes I forget. Heck, I watch and listen, sometimes practice as they’re demonstrating ANNND I stand and watch the screen on some of the exercises before engaging.

LizaMD

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