Exercise that isn't in database

thisPGHlife

I have recently started doing krav maga and I'm trying to figure out how to log my exercise. It's not found in the database for MFP or Fitbit. I have been looking it as martial arts or kickboxing since those are the closest but still not quite right. I also just started a heavy bag class which is like cardio Krav done like HIIT against a heavy bag with core and push ups mixed in. I thought I was going to die and I almost quit but it was such an awesome and intense work out. Again, not sure how to log that exercise.

I wore my Fitbit for one of the classes but it only picked up part of the activity. I also only have an Alta and not an Alta HR. In the end it's somewhat not feasible too wear the Fitbit during because it gets in the way of the wrist support on my boxing gloves, which is why I was trying to log afterwards. I would prefer to not but a new Fitbit or a heart rate monitor because my spare money is going to the gym. Eventually it's on the list, but I'm looking for solutions for the interim. I am open to ideas!!

PS-- I know that I'll never get a totally accurate count but I'm trying for a better count. I try not to eat all of my workout calories but since I am currently set to lose 2 lbs per week, I want to have a better idea of when I may be undereating so I can prevent that. I want to lose weight but my main goal is health. If I get to have an extra cookie, I want to eat that cookie!! Thanks in advance.

AnnPT77

HRM isn't going to be a great guide for an activity like that anyway, probably: HR increases for a lot of reasons (not just workload) and a workout like Krav Maga or the class is likely to include some of them.

You might consider logging the class as "Calisthenics (pushups, sit-ups), vigorous effort", and see how that works out, and stick with martial arts for the Krav Maga.

It's all estimates, in any case. After a few weeks, your weight loss rate and how you feel will give you some indication whether you're eating at the right level to fuel your workouts and your daily life while also hitting weight-loss goals. (If you're close to or under 200 pounds now, 2 pounds a week might be a bit aggressive.)

thisPGHlife

Thanks. I think I'll end up splitting it since the class is mostly the intense workout. I was hoping for something a little more pointed but I guess this will work. Also, thanks for the concern but it will be a while before 2 pounds is too aggressive. I'm currently still in the 240's. Although I may set my calorie goal to 1.5 so I don't feel pressured to try to eat back the correct exercise calories. If I don't eat back enough I will still fall within a healthy rate of loss.

CarvedTones

Sometimes I rate the intensity from 1 to 10 and use that many calories plus 2 per minute. It will be somewhere between 180 and 720 per hour. Kind of a WAG.