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  • MusclePharm Combat Crunch bars are outstanding. I used to think Quest bars were the best until I got my hands on these. My favorites are the White Chocolate Raspberry and the Cinnamon Twist. Both far exceed the flavor or any quest bar I've had.
    in Favorite protein/nutrition bars? Comment by scratchdesk August 2015
  • I use Strava and just picked up the QuadLock case for my phone (to attach to the bike) so I can keep an eye on where I'm going (or how to get back). I don't particularly use it for tracking exercise so much as mapping and general movement statistics. Only recommendations I have for you is make sure the bike is fitted to…
    in Biking for weight loss. Comment by scratchdesk August 2015
  • Using the iphone you can push a good amount of data to fitbit and still participate in their challenges and whatnot. I've never had a fitbit and use a cheap LifeTrak watch as a pedometer/ HR monitor and have it sync to my phone and upload to fitbit's site. Just another option for you.
    in Apple Watch Comment by scratchdesk July 2015
  • Few minutes to prepare then cook. And you can have it for leftovers the next couple days. Not difficult but does require some effort.
    in Easy ways to get more protein in your diet Comment by scratchdesk July 2015
  • Kara's Egg Thingy is pretty awesome: https://youtu.be/LvENV1Aw3V4 Depends on how you make it but last batch I did was something like 150cal with 20g of protein per serving.
    in Easy ways to get more protein in your diet Comment by scratchdesk July 2015
  • Get these, you won't regret it: http://www.yasso.com/products/mint-chocolate-chip-stick-bars/ (all the flavors I've tried were great!) And WalMart carries them.
    in Artic Zero Ice Cream Comment by scratchdesk May 2015
  • This one is the bomb: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/07/asian-glazed-drumsticks.html
    in Recipes for Chicken Thighs Comment by scratchdesk May 2015
  • Overnight oats are great. I add crunchy PB & reduced sugar jelly to mine and some additional granola. But there are a million different ways you can go about it.
    in Does anyone have a good recipe for something unbaked that has uncooked oats, dried fruit & nuts? Comment by scratchdesk May 2015
  • I've been loving the Yasso bars too! 100 cal plus a little extra protein, deal! http://www.yasso.com/products/chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-stick-bars/
    in favorite sweet snack Comment by scratchdesk May 2015
  • I've been doing PB&J Overnight Oats. Easy for a quick escape in the morning and good to eat cold. I'll usually pair it with a Quest bar, some String Cheese or something else. Plus my coffee! 1.00 tsp(s), Sugar White, by Cup 0.32 cup, Quaker Quick Oats 0.50 cup(s), Almond Milk Unsweetened .5 tbsp Chia Seeds Add these in the…
    in Favorite healthy breakfast recipe Comment by scratchdesk May 2015
  • I have been weighing more and more items as I progress. I find that there are a number of difficult or inaccurate items that I can't measure without weight. Primary leafy greens and just recently some Honey Bunches of Oats Granola. That stuff says 1/2 cup or 50g. If I use a measuring cup I get about 25g in a half cup so…
    in I don't weight my food Comment by scratchdesk May 2015
  • You can find some outstanding deals on running shoes online. Joes's New Balance Outlet has some good deals sometimes and you can check slickdeals.net as well for all sorts of inexpensive brands once you determine your fit. That being said I was in a similar situation. I started the Couch to 5k and wound up hurting my knee.…
    in I want to run but it hurts... Comment by scratchdesk April 2015
  • For me I found that after cleaning up my diet, working out and only having caffeine in the morning helped my sleep pattern a ton. Not sure if you have or need caffeine after noon or so but that may be worth a try. I don't toss and turn much and feel like I have a lot more "quality" sleep time. Now I feel well rested after…
    in I am so tired lately Comment by scratchdesk April 2015
  • I find it interesting to weigh every day. I've seen some crazy fluctuation and it's interesting to note how eating and working out affects those numbers. I generally am only concerned with a weekly total so a single day doesnt bother me. This last weekend I eat and drank a bit on Saturday and knew I'd be up on Sunday, sure…
    in Weighing myself too often Comment by scratchdesk April 2015
  • I noticed the same with Panera's bowls. I generally wonder how much of that is in the broth (which I don't finish off once the solids are done). I imagine in doing that it cuts the sodium level significantly. I like to keep an eye on my sodium intake levels but don't get too concerned when I go over from time to time.
    in Whoa Panera - Watch the Sodium, Please! Comment by scratchdesk April 2015
  • I have a bagel and egg white breakfast sandwich more days than not. You can cut out the middle of the bagel and just use the smaller top and bottom 1/3 and save a lot of calories and still get the taste you crave. Depending on what else I have on it my sandwich is around 300-350 cal.
    in The curse of the BAGEL Comment by scratchdesk April 2015
  • I weigh in every morning and track it. I wasn't too concerned with daily weight at first but as I've progressed I've been more interested in understanding how my body reacts and how the value fluctuates daily. I don't get too worried/excited when I go up or down a bit. I look weekly (Monday) to determine how I I'm actually…
    in How often do you guys weigh/measure? Comment by scratchdesk March 2015
  • Nothing gets soggy because the dressing is at the bottom. We generally put the dressing layer down then put in the red & green peppers, cucumbers, broiled chicken then the leaves. Or any variety you wish to use. As another member mentioned just use the most hearty ingredients at the bottom and the rest will be fine. When…
    in Work lunches Comment by scratchdesk March 2015
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