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I can attest to what Paulina has said, I was diagnosed with Fatty Liver Disease in 1998, with my liver enzymes through the roof. My physician hooked my up with a dietitian to help me with my diet, and we jointly determined that vegan would be the best way to go. On a vegan diet I lost almost 100 lbs, turned my liver issues…

I am a 58 yo cyclist and have incorporated a dumbbell routine into my fitness schedule, for many of the reasons you mentioned. For me it is a good compliment to my cycling and really helps to strengthen my core. In addition to the dumbbell workout, I also do planks, pushups and dips. I really do notice the difference, and…

For me there is no "cheat day", or "cheat meal". To me it defeats the purpose of developing healthy lifestyle and eating habits. I watch what I eat, and if I expect to have a large meal, I either workout enough to compensate for it, or reduce my caloric intake prior to, or after the big meal to maintain caloric daily goals.

My company provides cash incentives for reaching fitness goals. $160 for a wellness check, then $60 for various goals, up to a maximum of $400. Goals include reaching a workout goal, drinking water, maintaining a minimum number of step average, maintaining BMI within normal range, We were even provided a Fitbit Aria Smart…

Imported bottom feeder, not the best fish to eat, fried or not.

Hi from a Canadian living in Austin, TX. Born in Saskatchewan, lived in Alberta for many years, went to school in Nova Scotia. Although my heart is in Texas, my soul will always be Canadian! Welcome to MFP!

Good morning everyone, I'm Todd and I'm a 57yo cyclist living in Austin, TX, but originally from Canada. I joined MFP about 9 months ago after being on MapMyRide for the past few years. I was fairly active when I was younger and then slowly packed on the pounds until I reached 270 in 1998 at age 40. After a health scare I…

I have been drinking Muscle Milk <30 minutes post workout for the past few years, whether riding, strength training, swimming, etc. I have found that it helps to reduce soreness and recover quicker. It may be the placebo effect, but I do notice that when I don't refuel with it, I am more sore the next day. As I age I find…

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For me it took a major lifestyle change to lose the weight and maintain a level of fitness to keep it off. I first went vegan for about 6 years, and began a fitness program that was planned. For the first time in my life I began to look seriously at the effects of my diet, and planned, scheduled, and executed a diet and…

Still not convinced to give up diet sodas? According to Harvard Health Publications, the artificial sweeteners used in diet drinks (iced tea included) may actually change the way we taste food. Artificial sweeteners are far sweeter than table sugar and high-fructose corn syrup, so once we become accustomed to that intense…

Teach teachers how to teach more better? Really?

Just came across this today, I'm in for 500 miles for April. In March I hit 548 miles cycling, 613 miles total, including rowing and hiking.

Best wishes Sarah, A Texas Howdy from Austin!

I have lost 5 lbs over the last 3 months and I am very happy with my results, as I have also lost 2 inches in my waist, firmed up my muscle tone, increased my cardio capability by leaps and bounds, and my wife thinks I'm "hot" again, lol! I guess it is all relevant, sometimes you have to look at more than the scale. Hang…

Thanks everyone for your response, like others have said, I will trend it over the next few weeks and use it more as a general trend. The scale was provided for free through my healthcare plan at work otherwise I don't believe I would have purchased it. It consistently shows about a 0.4lb difference from my last scale…

There are a lot of reasons not to drink diet sodas, or any sodas on a regular basis. There are a number of peer reviewed studies out now that have shown that artificial sweeteners trigger insulin, which sends your body into fat storage mode and leads to weight gain and is associated with an increased risk of type 2…

My name is the same on Garmin Connect: Interbeing Please feel free to add me as well. I have been using a Garmin Edge 500 since 2013 and love it. Got the Vivofit last August and it really compliments the Edge.

Another Canadian here, hiding in Texas, lol! While I miss my wonderful family and friends up north, I do not miss the frigid winters of Alberta. Hi to all my Canuck MFP friends!

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Sunday - 1 hour strength training, hiking with spouse Monday - 30 min strength training, 45 min rowing Tuesday - 30 min strength training, 90 min cycling Wednesday - 30 min strength training, 45 min rowing Thursday - 30 min strength training, 90 min cycling Friday - 30 min strength training, recovery day Saturday - 4…

I start my day at 4:45am with a 30 minute dumbbell workout, and follow it up with a protein drink, and water. If anything, I feel more energized, and rarely have trouble with fatigue at work. I try to get at least 6 hours sleep a night and also have a full breakfast once I get to work at 6:00.

I would like to welcome you, and introduce myself. I am a 57yo recreational cyclist, recently recovered from a cycling injury that took me off the bike for 6 months, and then had a difficult time getting back into riding again. Just prior to my accident, I was up to just over 1000kms a month, now at 500 to 600kms. I use…

I believe it depends on what other products you may use. I have an older Garmin Vivofit, which I purchased because of the familiarity and integration with Garmin Connect as I also use Garmin's Edge 500. It syncs well with other products, and because I only use it to track my steps and sleep, it works for me. I believe you…