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I wasn't aware I needed APA citations. According to the Mayo Clinic (your resource), the average female needs approx. 72oz in beverages a day to stay hydrated. Well, if you use the 'half your body weight' calculation, that would make that women weigh 144lbs. Pretty average wouldn't you say? They did not specify differences…
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I did a medically-supervised weight loss program through a specialist a few years ago (didn't stick with it - unrealistic and too expensive) and the lowest they would let us go was 1200. They really hammered this into us that going lower would NOT help us in the long run. See if he'll refer you to a dietician if you want…
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I whole-heartedly agree! I feel a little bad that the girl I work with has to hear about different things I'm learning or trying. But, if I step back and think about it, this is so much better than realizing it's 2:30pm and I haven't eaten lunch yet - which usually turns into a fast food run full of saturated fat or…
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Most of the resources I've come across recommend drinking half your body weight (lbs) in water (oz). Only about 20% of your water intake comes from your food, so it's essential to maintain your fluid balance with drinking water. If you exercise alot, adding a small amount of sea salt to your water (not enough to make the…
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It tracks activity time and average/peak/minimum heart rate. There are a ton of websites to do the calculation of calories burned using this info and your height/weight/age. I'm happy to do that last step to save $$.
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I just ordered a Timex T5G941 (includes chest strap) from Newegg for $35. It got decent reviews and I can't wait to check it out!
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I'm at 278. I just purchased the For Beginners set and it's plenty of work for me right now. I've got a ways to go before I can work up to all the jumping jacks!
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I just ordered a Timex T5G941 from Newegg.com for $35 + tax (search the Marketplace under Watches) - includes a chest strap. It got decent reviews and I can't wait to try it out!
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I just ordered a Timex TG5G941 from Newegg for $35. I didn't want to spend a ton, but it got pretty good reviews for the price. I'm anxiously awaiting its arrival so I can see how many calories I'm actually burning!
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It wasn't the strength exercises that killed me - it was the cardio! The squats were almost easy; I could have done two sets of each. Once I got to the third set of jumping jacks though... dear lord kill me now. I eventually just did marching in place and a bunch of resting in between. Note to self - postpone eating until…
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Thanks for all the encouragement! My boyfriend is supportive, but he's gone most of the week for work, and my family is on the other side of the state. It'll be nice to have similarly motivated people 'around' me :) I'm going to do measurements tonight so I can track my progress that way as well. The number on the scale…
