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People like what they like. My daughter for example is pretty tall and occasionally wears heels when “dressing up.” She definitely prefers men who are taller because being with less tall men makes her feel awkwardly tall. I’ve seen her change shoes like ten times before going out because she likes the higher ones but then…

Definitely try the Terrex since you have them already!! I’m considering getting the same ones because they are waterproof and I’m gearing up for winter stuff in case gyms close again. Give them a try. I’ve never tried them on but they can be perfect for your needs if they’re comfortable. They get decent reviews for wear so…

Congrats on how far you’ve come in five months! When I was your weight I used Brooks Beasts. They are really a running show but provided great support and cushioning for walking. One knock against them for walking is that they have a slightly aggressive heel to take the pounding of running. But these held up so well and…

MFP drops my calories required by approx 10 cals/lb recently- I weigh approx 200 give or take. That includes BMR and being “slightly active”. So if you’re using the MFP app there’s no need for separate calculations. It also adjusts my calorie burn for exercise slightly downward.

I totally relate. For me, I am a slow riser- not a morning person at all. If possible can you try (even if just a couple of times) to rearrange your day to workout later in the day. Perfect for me is right before dinner. May save you a lot of time in the morning.

I think you should wipe down EVERYTHING!! I even wipe the floor under me where I drop sweat. It is my sincere hope that ifI somehow get this disease I will not make anyone else sick.

Agree with all on the measuring/tracking. To answer your question - exercise absolutely matters. It is important for your overall health and should increase your calories out. But you are likely overestimating those calories. I don’t know your starting stats but likely you’re burning about 275-300 cals with the running and…

How much have you lost in the last 3 months?[/quote] I’m 2 weeks shy of the 3 month mark but so far have lost 37lbs but 18 of those were in the first month, lost 13 in month 2 and lost 6 so far in month 3 but can maybe squeeze out 10. So maybe I’ll average 7-10 a month which I guess is ok, it just seems like it should be…

I know what you mean by clean eating. Mine got cleaner and cleaner as I progressed. The trick is to find more “clean” foods or ways to enjoy them. Also, balance the ability to socially enjoy food/drink- taking your kids for ice cream etc. Clean(er) eating, regular exercise and reducing my calories seem to go hand in hand…

Me too!

Thanks for the ideas. The Arc’teryx products seem to get great reviews. I want to try to go to a brick and mortar to look at their stuff. I would have never remembered an ear and but I will definitely grab one. I’m gonna be ready this year!!

Definitely based on the Strava count!! But instead of all the manipulation to remove the steps I just leave the calories associated with the extra steps lower the bike ride time I report to MFP to get the combined calorie count that Strava said. I look at Strava anyway for bike data.

Bananas Berries Yogurt Clif builders bars or Rx bars Apples Nonfat mozzarella cheese sticks Peanut butter on bread. I’m proud to say I can smear exactly 1 tablespoon without measuring anymore lol!!

One thing to be careful about. When I use Strava I normally do it with my phone in my jersey pocket. For some reason my phone logs some steps when I’m riding (I can’t figure out when but I guess when the motion is close to that of a step). For example, the other day I took a 20 mile ride and my phone added about 2500 steps…

I think I’m part bear! As the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter my nature is to want rest and be lazy! Also, things like cycling, walking and running become harder and less enjoyable. Yard work dies as well so not as much opportunity for non exercise activities. In autumn I will have a ton of leaves to take so…

These ideas are certainly unpopular around here: - Kid’s menus at restaurants and kids meals at fast food places should be banned! Kids should eat the same things as adults but smaller portions. When I was a kid my parents would request an extra plate for us kids and share their food. - Fake meat is worse for you than meat…

YES!

Some trainers will offer a half session if you need it and it fits their schedule. Generally this will cost more than half (like 60%). Good for the trainer because if someone else wants the other half they get 120% and maybe ok for you. I’ve never used a PT but a friend swears by the half session more often route. He gets…

I live in a cul de sac type neighborhood and I also got bored. There aren’t many alternatives for me because of the position of my home. I sometimes run/walk after the gym in the gym neighborhood (although it’s a little industrial there) or I combine the trip and go to a park nearer to the gym than my home. I figure I’m…

I’ve finally gotten to a point where I can jump 100 times! Yay for mini goals!! After two years of trying I have only ever gotten three double unders!! Next mini goal for me!

I think you’ll enjoy this!! As far as indoor cardio, rowing is my favorite. I don’t have a rower at home but use it at the gym. I do really feel like it is full body- most other indoor cardio stuff seems to work legs more. Second the motion in Dark Horse rowing!! Great info there.

Thanks Ann!! As I mentioned in a different thread that you responded to - I definitely have some skin issues, but I haven’t gotten all the way “there” yet. Now I have hope that as I lose the last bit, the loose skin - especially the turkey neck will get a little better. I need a job at 59 and a trusted recruiter tells me…

One thing to be careful of.... some cell phones count steps and sync to MFP. So be sure you’re not double counting. I don’t have Fitbit but stick my iPhone in my pocket when I’m taking a walk

Thing about lifting- I haven’t really built much muscle mass because my body had a lot of muscle already to carry that extra 💯 of weight. But I know I am “stronger” and i feel so much more confident in my own skin. Keep lifting- confidence will come. Try to focus on your amazing achievements!! Because they are amazing and…

Congrats!!! You’re doing great!! I think they are just asking and being interested in him, maybe assuming you’re doing it together or maybe assuming it “rubs off” onto your partner. It’s even worse for me. My wife and I joined a group fitness kind of gym together. We both did great with losing weight and getting healthier.…

Basic happiness! I didn’t realize I was always tired and never sleeping well when I was obese! I was dragging an extra 100+ lbs everywhere!! I have more stuff going on in my life right now than is imaginable but I’m upbeat anyway!

I started at near your stats about 2.5 years ago. Weighed 308 at about 6’2 1/2” or so. Tried many times with the big calorie cut thing- could NOT maintain it and went back to bad!!This time worked! I’m currently about 204 but had gotten to 195 bounced up from covid quarantine being stupid and bringing it back down now.…

We switched to whole grain pasta and are used to it so it tastes great to us!! You get a lot more fiber this way and it also slows the blood sugar hits from regular pasta. I typically eat three servings so I get about 9-12 extra grams of fiber and about 6 grams extra protein- both things I’m focused on. As with everything,…

Last year I had to put in 180 feet of six foot high wood shadow box fence. Dug the post holes by hand to 36 inches. I did a couple of sections a day for weeks and lost like ten pounds in the process!!