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I already have a goal to loose 25 lbs by Dec 2 (my 30th birthday), but I'll join! It'll help keep me on track through the holidays. :D
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Every manufacturer uses a different method to calculate calories burned based on HR. First off, I'd check your HRM to make sure it's taking accurate readings of your HR (you can do this by seeing what the HRM says, and then manually taking your HR to compare.) I found an online calculator for calories burned on HR that I…
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Disclaimer: I didn't read what you posted in its entirety, but I manage a 10,000+ member community for a living, earned my Master's degree with a focus on digital communication, and have published papers about social media engagement and gamification. I study gamification for social good (i.e. health, illness/injury…
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Make sure that you're getting enough protein and fiber. A lot of people who start trying to cut calories eat a lot of low-cal or fat-free versions of stuff they used to eat before, and a lot of those are empty calories, so you get hungry. Also, many times we mistake dehydration for hunger. If I start to feel munchy, I…
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Awesome job!! Congrats, and keep up the spectacular work - you look fabulous! :D
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I have a Garmin Forerunner (I think... I can't remember the exact model) - it was a set that came with a foot pod for distance tracking/speed, a heart rate monitor, and a watch. It was pricey, around $200, but I absolutely love it. It's really accurate, the chest band is comfortable, I love that the foot pod can easily…
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I'm turning 30 this year too, in December. I'd be happy to join you! Although I'm looking to lose about 70lbs, 30 would get me almost halfway there!
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Hey there, fellow Crohnie. :) I'm not sure how long you've had Crohn's or if you've been on steroids before, but if you're on prednisone, beware that it can make you falsely hungry. It's a giant PITA, because you do feel hungry, but it compounds its side effect of weight gain by making you eat more. I wasn't warned of this…
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Thanks everyone! :D
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Thanks for the welcome, Peter! Good luck to you too! :D
