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thanks.

@Brian - yes, I remember those little generators on the tire. I was speaking tongue in cheek. I wouldn't want that on my legs either. Thanks on the device feedback. I guess I have some research to do. @TCaley - thanks. I'll look into the MMR app. I've used them on the web to look at routes and elevations and such, but not…

strangely, mounting options and battery life may actually be the deciders. If I have to go buy one of htose quick charge batteries and extra mounts, I may well be closing in on the "older model" clearance specials. Maybe I should just invent a charger that connects to the wheel and a nice mount...sounds like opportunity to…

thanks. I downloaded strava last night but havent' had a chance to try it out. I'll look at the Edge as well. Maybe I can find a deal given the time of year. I suspect prices may increase with the temps in March.

thanks. I had not looked at mounting options but knew it might be challenging. I get pretty good battery life on the droid but know that would be an issue as well from using my Droid while driving in the old jeep (new jeep has onboard nav). I wouldn't need the nav for routes I know and ride regularly...mainly just when I…

when you say walk a marathon, do you mean on your own or is your plan to sign up for a formal event? Reason I ask is I think a lot of events have time limits for completion. You would have to check the rules of any event that you enter. If just personal, I'd agree with Equus in setting reasonable training goals and…

Yes, that is the idea of a diet break. Eating at maintenance which, for me, is between 2300 and 2400 daily plus adjustments for exercise. The concept is to allow things like cortison, leptin, and insulin to return to pre-diet levels. One of the better articles is here:…

I clearly explained that in another post above. RIF.

1. I am NOT undereating. I eat at a 1K per day deficit. I have a far greater handle on my calories in and calories out than I suspect most anyone here does. 2. My MFP log is not completely accurate thus my post above (which you clearly haven't read) and thus my statements about not knowing all the facts. 3. I didn't ask…

yes. I closed it. please read the entire thread. my diary is not completely accurate and I am not looking for feedback on my diary.

thank you. My caloric intake had been insufficient so I bumped it up a few weeks ago to slow things down. I was a bit higher than 1400. Through it all, I have made great progress on the weight bench as well as the treadmill. It has only been the last 10 days that I have noticed any issues. I have no intention of stopping…

wow. you are a real gem of a human. First, I am eating more than 100calories per day; I am eating a deficit of 1000 per day on average - you should try reading. Second, I find MFP's analytics tools to be useless so I developed a database of my own which is more accurate to my own needs. I often true up my daily calories at…

i did not ask about my diary. i asked about others experiences with breaks. @all....nevermind. i see folks are not interested in my question but rather talking down to me when they do not have all facts.

wow. i have been gone a bit over an hour. i am running errands.

i eat about 1400 per day. and i am looking for feedback on refeeds and breaks...not opinions on my current consumptiin which has been fine for three months.

i said abone k a day deficit. not 1000 cal a day. rif.

i said a one k a day deficit. not 1000 cal a day. rif.

potato leek soup. Basicall a couple of russets diced along with three leeks (cleaned proper and sliced). Toss em in a big pot of water and boil till taters are tender. Then blend it with an immersion blender (way safer than a regular blender where hot liquids can blow the top off and burn user). Season. That is pretty much…

I do something similar...I use egg substitute and Morningstar spicy sausage. I don't use cheese, but certainly a dose of your favorite cheese would be a flavor boost (my preference is a nice aged cheddar). That is the base, and then I will toss in whatever my mood or leftover veggies allow. For example, I almost always…

pretty much any veggie is awesome roasted. Cauliflower is my favorite. If you haven't done that, start there. Brussel Sprouts would be my next suggestion. Toss with just a touch of olive oil, some garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. I roast just about any veggie though and why stop at one - you can mix 'em up. Why not…

A number of things pop to mind reading your posts: 1. Knee pain - First, check your shoes. A good pair of shoes is imperative. Second, it may well be that you are overdoing the walking. If you have been idle for a long period of time your body simply may not be ready for an hour or two daily walks. The body does adapt, but…

suspension trainer. TRX is popular but expensive. WOSS attack is under 50 on amazon.

how much you cook is a matter of preference and time. I can put together healthy meals using simple or complicated techniques. I sit down each sunday and look at my weekly schedule and pick foods that I like to eat that fit into my schedule. What it sounds like to me is you spend less time cooking so that you can do other…

What others have said about calorie/energy balance is correct for weight loss. However, I took a look at your diary and see that you are 41calories over budget today. I don't know that I would worry about 41cal overage for one day. I don't know what your daily deficit is, but if you are eating at deficit already, I'd bet…

Big losses the first few weeks is not at all unusual. Sadly, much of it is water and not adipose (fatty tissue). Things often slow down after that initial surge. Depending on how much you have to lose can really impact the rate because the closer to your ideal weight that you are, the harder it is to create large daily…

it is the latter I was wondering about - how it gets controlled. What stops the horde from issuing a "2 minute mile" challenge (or whatever, not hard to issue a challenge that a person can't do).

so what are these horde attacks/challenges?

Beeps. I know we haven't met - I just found this thread in the last couple of weeks and am in and out. But I did want to say thanks for sharing some amazing photo's of your trip. That looked like a grand time.

well, I am a little late to the party, but I second this. roasted cauliflower is sublime. Do try this if you never have. I tried some buffalo cauliflower a few weeks ago - just roasted caul. tossed in a buffalo wing sauce. Wife and I both liked it. It didn't blow me away, but I'd eat it again. My favorite soup is roasted…

some great suggestions - thank you all. I saved several of these delicious ideas off for future use. FOr this party, I decided to go with: 1. Vegetable Spring Rolls by Bobby Flay at Food Network. I will replace the shitake mushrooms with tofu due to allergy.…