NikkiMichelleS

Above post has a very good point: negative adjustment isn't the same as counting an exercise twice When that happens to me, I either go in & delete the exercise, or edit it to low calories. Example: I go for a long run. I have 18k in steps & earn calories for steps. FitBit also logs exercise (running) calories and gives me…

in negative calorie adjustment Comment by NikkiMichelleS August 2016

My stats are nearly identical to you... 5'3-5'4" (depending on my shoes!), 35 and started last summer at 180#. I'm down to 144# currently and still trying to lose. I ranged from 1400-1800 calories; somedays were lower, some were higher. I increase my calories every month during TOM; also on vacations I eat even more, up to…

in Still insanely hungry on 1200 cals/day. Would appreciate advice. Comment by NikkiMichelleS August 2016

Same for me. Not as much gain as others, only 1-3lbs...but yeah, any extra sodium and I'm likely to gain 5-7lbs. Also slight gai, like a pound or two at ovulation

in **Ladies** Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

I'd be ecstatic to lose 1 pound per week! That's good progress, really it is. You need to be more patient and adjust your expectations. You could possibly be losing a bit more, like 1.5/week as mentioned above; make sure you're weighing your foods & logging accurately. Congrats on the weight loss so far! Good luck.

in Slow weight loss? Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

Definitely also the "EAT MORE" and having a full plate. Being Hispanic, there was always food available. Visiting at a relatives home,youd be expected to eat, whether it was a freshly made buttered tortilla, quesadilla or tamales; if you were offered it, you should eat it. Also, Ma always cooked a "full" meal, meaning…

in What were some "food rules" you had growing up? How does it affect you, today? Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

Technically, no....I was more questioning on whether there was an actual "best" to stretch. I stretch several times a day, but was curious if I was doing my self a disservice by waiting so long after exercising to stretch.

in Best time to Stretch? Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

I do stretche in the shower, like forward fold standing, or even in the tub! The cramps are definitely not directly related to the heat; I hydrate well. The cramps are specially in my right calf and somewhat in my right hamstring; this was the side I had sciatic pain. These cramps have only come on since taking prednisone…

in Best time to Stretch? Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

Thanks everyone for your responses and help! All your insights are very helpful...I'll try to do a little better about stretching immediately following a work out and see if it helps. And continue with other stretching routines in morning and evenings as well.

in Best time to Stretch? Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

I took a high dosage for roughly 10 days in early June, due to my first sciatica pain -- it was crazy intense and hurt so bad!! The prednisone definitely made me puffy, swollen, cramped up my muscles badly, etc... And took me nearly 2 weeks to really shed the 5 pounds I gained. But it did come off and within a week the…

in Prednisone and weight gain Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

I agree. Eat what you love. Just keep the portions within your allotted calories and you should be good. And measure/weigh and log everything, too! Even eating healthy, you can gain weight; it depends more on how much you want, not so much on what you eat. So eat your fruits, seafood and vegetables and enjoy. Good luck.

in Cheap foods for diet/calories needed Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

Yes, THIS. I guess it actually also depends what type of FitBit you have? You CAN track an actual specific activity, such as running, walking, biking, etc, on your Fitbit. For my ChargeHR: As you start your workout, press the button on the side; it will signal a "start" to your activity by showing a small timer and buzz.…

in Fitbit Question Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

The above suggestion is great. Definitely speak with a Dr; you shouldn't have to be in constant or recurring pain! Also, more stretching exercises for the pain. Perhaps trying more yoga-type exercise and simple body weight exercises may help. Low impact exercises, swimming as well.

in back and leg pain Comment by NikkiMichelleS July 2016

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in Top Ten Lists Comment by NikkiMichelleS June 2016

Bump. I'm hoping for a response from others on this. I started Prednisone for sciatica pain and have seen a slight increase in weight & was curious about corticosteroids.

in Just when I started losing weight... Comment by NikkiMichelleS June 2016

...food is a luxury when backpacking?! There are so many scrumptious foods, you don't have to eat freeze dried everything! Take the raspberries & the orange...no trash left over! Even the veggie burgers, easy to heat & pack. Smaller, less bulky And less weight on the way hiking out. OP- I also backpacked the Canyon but in…

in I just backpacked the Grand Canyon. Why didn't I lose any weight? Comment by NikkiMichelleS June 2016

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