Hey, this MFP thing works!

earlnabby

I had a little experiment this last week. I had to take time off from my exercise routine in order to heal tendonitis in my right foot. Normally I would take a water aerobics class 3 x a week and 6 of the 7 days I make sure I get my 10,000 steps, which includes a 3 mile walk on the days I don't have class and frequently a 1.5 mile walk on the days I do (Sunday I don't do any planned exercise).

Anyway, I typically eat back half of my exercise calories so my day is usually anywhere from 1900 to 2200 calories total, depending on the activity. This week, I stuck with my 1900 since i had no exercise since Monday (my actual calories averaged 1750). Well, I weighed myself this morning and I lost another 1.4 lb which is exactly what I have been averaging per week since starting MPF 8 months ago.

I guess going for the calorie goal and eating back part of your exercise calories when you earn them is a good way to lose. Granted I am one person and this is one week, but it is compelling anecdotal evidence when added to all of the others who have lost doing the same thing.

ps: yes, I log everything and weigh and measure everything (except green leafy veggies and I count cherry tomatos. Everyone has to have their little rebellion and I can't go too far wrong with those two). I am reasonably good at estimating when I eat out or at someone's home because I weigh and measure so diligently at home.

maryseb63

I like to hear about your progress as we seem to be doing the same thing when it comes to exercising and eating back your calories. Works for me too. I usually eat about half back. And I usually lose on average 1. to 1.5 a week.
You're doing so great. To me taking the time to measure and weigh is worth it.

kendalslimmer

I'm glad the week 'off' worked out well for you! MFP is awesome. :-)

Artionis

And you did it without apple cider vinegar or bee pollen! Seriously, I am so happy for you that you are turning your life around.
You are the role model for true success in life.

earlnabby

And you did it without apple cider vinegar or bee pollen! Seriously, I am so happy for you that you are turning your life around.
You are the role model for true success in life.

Awww, thanks :blushing:

I even drink a diet soda almost daily and eat sugar . . . the horror :devil:

hbeauxmont

Great job! Love your comment about having a little rebellion...I never count the splash of soy milk I put in my coffee for some reason!

earlnabby

Great job! Love your comment about having a little rebellion...I never count the splash of soy milk I put in my coffee for some reason!

Yup. A little controlled rebellion is good for the mental health part of weight loss. I also measure my oatmeal instead of weighing because it is easier to keep a 1/2 cup measuring cup on the container to scoop it out. 1 scoop oats, 2 scoops water, 2 minutes in the microwave, a sprinkle of Splenda, and my breakfast is all set

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williams969

I like you, OP!:drinker:

Yep, this MFP way works as long as ya work it. As a general rule of thumb, I eat back all but 100 of my exercise calories (calculated by Fitbit). That 100 I figure is made up in my own "rebellious" ways.

As a former smoker, I now chew an unholy amount of sugar free gum--like 2-3 packages a week--and I don't log it (GASP!). And I don't bring my scale or cups to the school's cafeteria (wouldn't that be a sight). I don't even sweat it for one minute.

Baconist

Awesome!

I am actually looking forward to stepping on the scale this week...

shadow2soul

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