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This highly depends on personal preference but I also had this question with my own plan since I was having trouble getting through my workouts on some days. I found it worked out well if I took my total calorie requirement and divided it by the number of meals that I have that it worked well. By no means do I follow this…

I do 1-2 meals a week that I consider a treat, usually with my husband or a friend. I try to log it whenever possible but it's not perfect. It's been good enough for me. I don't think I would have lasted as long on this journey without them. It's taught me that it's okay to go "off script" sometimes and that I can just…

Finished Week 6. Wondering if I should repeat it, or just repeat day 3. Feels weird to go back to the intervals now though, so I might just give W7D1 a try and see how it goes next week! @rebeccatherine Great work!! I also had challenges with the change to 5 minutes. I felt I just started getting used to the 3 minute runs.…

I'm doing mine on the treadmill. Not quite ready to take it outside yet. I started watching my netflix shows on my phone during the runs. Just start the show when I'm ready and prop the phone up against the screen.

Just wanted to update this. Ended up picking up the vivoactive after your feedback and doing a lot more research. I'm really happy with it and am just using it throughout the day - it's less conspicuous than I thought. Thanks for the help guys!

You look great! Awesome work. I definitely see differences!

I'd like it to help with logging activity that can't be tracked with the Zip. Basically, I jog 3x a week and then another 2-3x a week is spent doing something else like rollerblading, cycling, or some strength training. In the past, I used an HRM (got misplaced when I moved) and found it helpful for watching the heart rate…

Yeah, this is what I was curious about as well. A simple HRM sounds like a good idea - I'm going to look further into those suggestions. Can you break down a bit further how logging the activity and tracking through MFP worked when you had your Zip + HRM? I think I sort of understand based on your description but would…

Right, my desire to only wear the vivosmart while working out is because I don't want a wrist tracker outside of work out times. The Zip is more discreet and can get clipped to my bra or my waist, tracking steps. I'd really like to use both of these if possible.

Yeah, I would just start the C25K program and watch how you do it. Don't push yourself and focus on completion. Slow and steady really does seem to win here. You will get there eventually. I just started Week 3 of the program and was surprised that I could do it without collapsing.

I was very nervous about starting Week 3 since it was around the time I quit the last time. But I just finished the first day. Paced myself a lot more this time due to past injury and finished it up! Feeling fantastic! A bit bummed that my distance wasn't that great on the treadmill but I think speed will come with time,…

Looks tasty! I'm going to have to try this!!

I'm in. Just got the app for my phone. I'll do the initial test tonight.

Hi Rochelle, feel free to add me :-) make sure to keep your diary open (at least to friends)

Hello, I'm 27 from NJ. Been knitting for a few years. I laughed out loud when I read the description of this group because it's so true! Looking forward to getting to know people here.

Not sure how the potatoes are prepared but is it possible to have one that's baked instead? I ended up making that change - one medium to large baked potato with dinner with the recommended serving size of salt (no butter, nothing else) has actually worked out great for me. I actually love potatoes and this worked out well…

Damn girl - you look great! Way to go! I can't wait till I get there!!

I'm 27, from NJ. I've opened my food diary up - just added you :-) Anyone else, feel free to add me back.

I'm not sure how to directly answer this question because there's different information out there and different things work for different people. It's different for everyone. In my case, I'm doing about 40 minutes, 3-4 times a week, with the goal of making that at least 5 times a week and increasing my time. I started by…

I try not to but I feel less bad if I do. If I have to still hit my nutrient goals for the day then I try to do that, at least. But my goal is to not do that, especially if I've hit nutrient goals for the day. Basically, I'll do it if I'm super hungry. Depends on how many calories I've lost.

I just added you too - I'm 27 from NJ. whatshewants. Anyone else can add me too :-)

I measure myself about once every 2-3 weeks. I weigh myself once a week.