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I just discovered this site today on the recommendation of someon here because I was unsure how to log my bike commute. I have the same question. Today mapmyfitness said I burned almost 250 calories walking whereas MFp said about 150 or so. Also it supposedly factors in elevation gain, I had a 30-40 minute bike commute…
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My daily activity is "lightly active". Standing, walking around a classroom, lifting boxes of books, standing at a customer service desk and moving stack of books and carts around. I did the math (cause I wanted to) and the 5 mile commute has about a cummulative 560 foot elevation gain. I don't do that commute everyday,…
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Right, I don't think I'm actually burning what MFP says I am if I log a full 45 minute moderate ride, that's why I reduce the time. However, I do believe a "leisurely" pace on an assumed flat surface is different from pumping uphill for nearly 5 miles. I'm going much slower than 15mph, yes, but I'm also going uphill. Not…
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Yeah I don't commute to that location everyday. I work at about 5-6 different places in the city that I commute to. Some are 2-3 miles flat so I don't get too worried about logging those. This is 5 miles each way. I think it's fair to log the way there (the way back is nearly all coasting) since it is, for me, a workout…
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My recent discovery/fave: 1/2 container silken tofu 1 large frozen banana 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup dry oats 1/4 to 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Water as needed if too thick Touch of raw honey if you like it sweeter This makes two servings. About 185 per serving, filling and tasty.
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Some of my simple veggie faves: Boiled beets, cut in wedges, dressed with lemon juice, olive oil, fresh chopped dill, fresh squeezed lemon juice, salt and pepper. Brussels sprouts, halved or quarter, sautéed in olive oil butter combo, dressed with orange zest and a touch of fresh squeezed orange juice, salt and pepper.…
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I'm 5'1", 32 years, 130 lbs. I struggle too since I'm not really overweight, quite physically active and have a big appetite. I'd like to lose maybe 10. Probably like you, I'm not obese at all, but I personally have lumps and bumps and could stand to drop a few, in spite of being active. My focus or goal is to try…
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I like this. Most reasonable, reassuring comment so far.
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I'm 32, 5"1.25' and I weigh 130, so kinda similar. I'm in the category of never really been seriously overweight but chronically sorta thick or "athletic" (with quotation marks). Anyway I'm aiming to lose maybe 10 lbs, and have set my goal at .5 lbs per week. I gain and lose about 5 pounds every year or two, but trying to…
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It's been said a lot, but the more people that say it, the more I hope it will help--don't let your parents make you feel bad about your weight loss rate or pressure you into something that is unrealistic or uncomfortable. I agree that they should talk to your doctor to get some legit expectations. But mostly just hold…
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Pet Peeve! Even if the remarks are complimentary, like "Oh, so healthy!" or "That looks great I should be as healthy. You always eat so healthy! " It still strikes me as obnoxious. I'm eating a salad. It's not earth shattering and I'm sure you've had one at some point in your life too. Also: A. I just want to eat lunch and…
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Thanks. According to Fitness Pal I'm supposed to aim just under 1500 (I think 1480). I haven't done the BMR thing before. That's kinda new to me. I have listed in my profile that I'm moderately active in my daily activity. My job requires me to be on my feet most of the time, and sometimes lifting heavy boxes, stacks of…
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Thanks. I appreciate the remark about remembering that your body is not a mystery of science. Also appreciate the recognition that it can be tricky mentally. As a teenager, I had a phase of obsessing over calories and under ate for a time, so with something like fitness pal, I try to be careful to not go down that road. I…
