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  • As a nurse and personal trainer, I've been curious about Yo-Yo dieting and the effects on the body as well. I wrote a blog post about it in October. I learned that we can't get rid of fat cells once we gain them. They only change in size as we gain and lose weight. What I found interesting is the effect of Yo-Yo dieting on…
    in Yo-Yo Weight Warnings Comment by Katelin7141 December 2018
  • Hi, nurse Katelin (RN) here. Normal for adults is usually between 60 - 100 bpm. Of course, this can vary depending on how fit or unfit you are, medications, stress, etc. Never trust the heart rate monitors 100%. I would first check your pulse manually by feeling your pulse in your wrist and counting it to one minute and…
    in normal heartbeat? Comment by Katelin7141 December 2018
  • I can totally relate. Every once in a while I feel stuck, lazy, and hopeless. I think everyone gets into a rut every once in a while. the only thing that helps break me out of it is to choose one small habit that you can do most days of the week. Then add another small habit, and then another until you have built of some…
    in Working out a plan Comment by Katelin7141 December 2018
  • I rarely ever recommend restricting yourself completely. Your cravings will only increase the more you restrict yourself. Just go for smaller portions. Swapping for healthier options is always smart. Especially if it satisfies your cravings. As you reduce your sugar intake, your cravings for sweets will decrease. Until…
    in Reduce or quit? Comment by Katelin7141 December 2018
  • I love my Fitbit Aria 2 Scale. It automatically syncs to my fitbit, myfitnesspal, and apple watch. I'm sure it syncs to more than that. Those are just the things I have it sync to. Here is an amazon link... https://amzn.to/2E9tLdD
    in Scale recommendation Comment by Katelin7141 December 2018
  • Absolutely. You want to aim for up to 2lbs per week. I actually prefer to have my clients focus on 0.5 - 1lbs per week. I believe slower is better. 4lbs in one month is an excellent goal. Just remember that your body will go through periods of losing weight, then stabilizing, maybe even gain a bit, and then losing weight…
    in Is losing 4 pounds a month realistic? Comment by Katelin7141 December 2018
  • Honestly, if I am not feeling normal I try to listen to my body and rest. Sometimes your body just needs some extra rest, sleep, nutrition, water, etc. :)
    in Anyone else have those days where you just feel weaker? How do you push through? Comment by Katelin7141 December 2017
  • Primal :)
    in Which Diet: Primal / South Beach / Whole 30 Comment by Katelin7141 June 2016
  • The funny thing is I went to the articles section of the gold membership and there was an article discussing this topic. Basically it recommends NOT eating the exercise calories back if trying to lose weight. The times it does recommend eating them back is if you do really intense training at 1+ hours a few times a week or…
    in 1200 calories to lose weight. Food alone or adjust with exercise? Comment by Katelin7141 June 2016
  • Thank you everyone! That makes more sense. :)
    in 1200 calories to lose weight. Food alone or adjust with exercise? Comment by Katelin7141 June 2016
  • In this article they mention that optimal is 20% carb, 65% fat, and 15% protein. If I am reading it correctly anyway. 15% protein seems way to low to me. Any thoughts? :) http://paleoleap.com/question-of-macronutrient-ratios/
    in Paleo Macros Comment by Katelin7141 June 2016
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