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My comment is probably going to get buried, but here's my "devil's advocate" reply...Sometimes the inputted data is old. It isn't necessarily the fault of the original contributor. For example, I just went to Longhorn Steakhouse and had to update (change) the current info in the database for grilled salmon. According to…

Ditto. I have been pretty motivated, and would love to give and have support as well!

Hi! Feel free to add me. I do exercise everyday so my calorie count raises to 1500, but if I don't, I'm locked a little over 1200/day as well. :)

Thanks! And also a thank you shout out to roxilegend and lexbubbles too for their efforts! :smiley:

Oops, never mind. I guess we sign in every Monday.

Hi everyone! I'm new to challenges. Is there a certain day we should list our weekly weigh-in, or is any designated day alright? Also, a big thank you to cycletrak1 for making the spreadsheet!

Thank you sooo much for sharing! I need to lose 40 pounds as well, with stretch marks and loose skin. Your pics and story are very inspirational and motivational! Keep it up!

You look great! Thank you so much for putting this up! You're such an inspiration for me! I'm 5'5" as well, and I've gained back all my weight and then some. I'm starting out at 165, so I hope to achieve your results someday...

I'm in the same boat, and it's nice to have encouraging words on this grueling road.

Count me in! I need some accountability. I'm also around 20 pounds away from my goal. I've fallen off the wagon and I need to get back on too.

My experience is not to focus on weight loss with Insanity, but to chart by measurement. Many people here will attest to gaining weight before the fat started to come off. That's because you gain muscle with Insanity if you aren't fit to begin with. As far as calorie goals, I'd hesitate about not eating enough of your…

I lost at least 15 pounds with Insanity, but I did repeat round one again, b/c I was scared that I wasn't fit enough to begin round two.

I don't know if you will read this, since there's already seven pages and counting. I think mature people think positive things when seeing overweight people running. You're taking a proactive stance on your health. Keep it up! There is a concern I have after reading your post. You stated that you were possibly looking for…

I use the Brita filter water bottle. The bottle is BPA-free and both the bottle and filter inside (drop it off at any Whole Foods store in the Preserve Gimme 5 bin) is recyclable. I know what you mean by "tap" water. My area dumps a lot of chlorine into the water, so you can smell it and taste it. This takes it away when…

I just started last week on a CLX/Insanity hybrid. I'd love to join!

As others have said before me, don't be afraid to modify the routine. I didn't have enough strength to keep up the first time. I actually went through two round ones before going into the second half. Drink plenty of water, stretch, and get a HRM if you can. That really helped me to push myself when I slowed down, or slow…

Look into Chalean Extreme. I'm in week one and she takes the time to show you good form. She has different people in her DVD using various resistance methods (eg) loose weights, resistance bands, and a modified workout for those not as fit, and different criteria for those that are, and goes over each one. Good luck!

I've done Insanity and now I'm in my first week of an Insanity/CLX hybrid. I'm dying to try TF as well. Add me, if you'd like.

I have plenty of stretch marks on my abdomen too. I carried so low with both my pregnancies that people off the street would ask if I was having twins during the eighth and nine month mark. It's very discouraging to me because I know that even when I get to my goal weight, I'm going to have loose skin. That's the part that…

As a doornumber3 posted, get one with a chest strap because they are constantly monitoring your heart rate, doing the calculations for you in real time. It also takes into account your age, sex, and weight, because it makes a difference. Mine is a Polar FT7. If you get ones without, you have to stop to let it take your…

It's different for everyone because it depends on your fitness level, whether your modifying, different programs, etc. Getting a heart rate monitor is highly suggested. Having said that, I haven't answered your question. I'm a woman, and I do modify a bit, so you're probably going to burn more calories than I am. For round…

Here, here! :flowerforyou:

Is there an abnormal? I think that is different for every person. Even Lance Armstrong is noted to have a high maximum heart rate of 201. You're not alone. I aim for around 175 at my peak HIIT workouts (note that this isn't sustained for a long period of time), but my resting heart rate is higher--70's maybe? If I even…

Welcome! Having done both, you'll burn MUCH more calories with Team Beachbody (eg. Chalene, Insanity, P90X) than the FIRM ones. Having said that, go with the FIRM if you're not very active and work your way up to Team Beachbody. If you're moderately to quite active already, Team Beachbody DVDs are the way to go. Good Luck!

I don't follow it either. You're better off following the calories MFP assigns for you, since it takes into account your goals, weight, age, daily activity level, etc. You'll probably stick to your exercise and meal plans if you actually enjoy it. Good luck!

I click on circuit training too, but I manually input the time and calories from my HRM readings.

I have to play the devil's advocate here because there's so much angst against salt in this thread. Now for those members who don't have a well-functioning kidney, diabetic, have hypertension, and/or congestive heart failure, stop reading. Everyone else, read on. One of the kidney's functions is to balance the electrolytes…

It depends on which workout you're doing. I'm always sore everywhere... ;) If you're starting out, be careful of your form. Shaun often uses some type of squat with a jump (plyo) and if you don't start low enough, you might be jumping with your calves only, versus quads, hamstrings, and calves. One other suggestion is to…

I don't have that one, but if it emphasizes strength training vs. cardio, I'd keep doing what you're doing and place it on the days after a cardio-intensive workout (eg. after max circuit, max plyo, or max cardio) to switch between strength/cardio .

Will do. Thanks!