5 week plateau -- have I messed up my metabolism?

Thanks everyone.

I don't have a heartrate monitor or Bodybugg. I do want a Fitbit but I question its accuracy.

I lost all of my weight without a HRM, BodyBugg or even a FitBit. It is definitely possible to do without buying any of these.

It is, yes, but if you're in plateau it's easier to get a fuller picture with a better estimate of output. While not a necessity, they are very handy tools if you can afford one.

I know a few of my mfp's have traded in their bugg for a fitbit. I have a Polar HRM (one of the more expensive), and had better success with it than without it. If I were upgrading I'd probably go with another HRM because I'd like to have GPS tracking and staticstics for my runs. If you're going to get a bugg, fitbit, or HRM do your research and get one that you'll be happy with for the long term. If you get it and it's not what you want, don't be afraid to send it back.

I'm not really sure the point of a fitbit? It seems to me you can get a HRM with a footpod to do the same thing.
Also there is some new gadget from Nike called Fuel or something?

Fitbit user here and love it. If you are hitting the gym often and doing lots of workouts I think a HRM could be useful to tell you each burn. I don't get gym time as a SAHM so the fitbit tells me what I am actually burning for the whole day. How many stairs I have climbed..etc. I researched all the options and prices. You have to pick what you think will work for you and also what you are willing to actually "wear" all day long.

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