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Hip Hop Abs

RaeRaeSlimToday
RaeRaeSlimToday Posts: 10 Member
edited September 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
So, how do I know how many calories I'm burning if it's not listed out there under exercise? Thanks, Rae

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  • ZebraGlee78
    ZebraGlee78 Posts: 83 Member
    You need to get a heart-rate monitor. The automatic ones cost more, but are more accurate.
  • jac2lyn
    jac2lyn Posts: 90
    Heart rate monitor, I asked for one for Christmas
  • hpsnickers1
    hpsnickers1 Posts: 2,783 Member
    I tried the Timex T5G971 ($46 at Amazon) but turned out to be pretty inaccurate. Waste of money. I just got my Polar FT7. Haven't used it for exercise yet but it is much more accurate. Around $100 at Amazon.
  • telcochik
    telcochik Posts: 1,643 Member
    or buy a Bodybugg....love that thing!

    Sharon
  • ashlee954
    ashlee954 Posts: 1,112 Member
    The only way to know most accurately how many calories you're actually burning doing anything is with a HRM like the others have said. The calorie estimations on MFP or other sites are just that, estimations. And they're typically way overestimated!
  • lutzsher
    lutzsher Posts: 1,153 Member
    If the specific item isn't listed you can choose just "aerobics" and there are options for the intensity so you can get close. If I guess I do not eat all of the exercise calories as this option may overestimate.
  • soultrain1913
    soultrain1913 Posts: 33 Member
    How do you like Hip Hop Abs? I was thinking of getting it. Thanks!
  • telcochik
    telcochik Posts: 1,643 Member
    Hip Hop Abs is really fun and Shaun T is amazing! :love:

    From a workout perspective, I personally enjoy doing Turbo Fire a lot more.

    Sharon
  • Raptorwild
    Raptorwild Posts: 9
    I just got my Hip Hop Abs in the mail today and joined this site too! I took my before measurements, weight and pictures this morning. I am so excited to get started but I have to finish my laundry first! I need to get into a routine to keep on track.
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