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I would definitely get some weights. When I sit down at night after E has gone to bed, I usually do an upper body/lower body stuff. On some days that I can't get out of the house, I will at least walk around the house, or march in place for a period of time. i agree about planning out your meals and snacks. The more you…

I haven't synced in three days. My husbands is though. It is so frustrating

It's weird, it loaded twice for me yesterday and none for me today. However, my food log is transferring over to fitbit.

I wouldn't. It seems to catch up in the evening. It was just around now that it kicked in. but it will adjust once it starts "talking" to each other again.

Thanks! I cannot have caffeine for a neurological condition (I sneak it in sometimes). What is ashwaghanda? I am intrigued.

I spin at least twice a week right now. Give it at least three times before you decide whether or not to give it up. You will work hard, but the results are totally worth it. I push myself more in a spin class more than other types of workouts because you can totally manipulate the difficulty with the bike. If you end up…

I go over the protein every day. My trainer recommended it since we are working out so hard. I agree with the post above, make sure it is lean meat. In fact, my dh and I cook a big batch of chicken at the beginning of the week so we have something to grab when we need it.

I do have a hrm and I notice that my calories on the hrm is ALWAYS lower than what is projected on MFP.

They are two different types of workouts. The upper number (for my age my hr should be 152) is when I am working aerobically. It is the cardio that we all think of sweating to death on the elliptical. The lower number fat burning (my hr is 123) is anaerobic. You should do this twice a week and it is what burns fat. They…

You may need to look for aerobic shoes. They are smoother on the bottom (similar to socks) which allow you to glide a little better. I noticed an immediate difference for not only my feet, but my knees. It helped me from stopping short, etc.

I think it also depends on what you are eating. Yes, I agree that it looks like you should be adding to your diet, but the foods that you choose are just as important.

dh and I had to literally plan what we are going to eat from sun up to sun down so we can stay on track. Protein and fiber will help you feel full longer. Also, you may have to deal with the hungry feeling a little the first week, but all of a sudden, your body adjusts and you won't feel as hungry. I don't recommend using…

The trainer/nutritionist that I am working with said that protein is the best one to go over on. As long as it is lean protein, you should be fine. Also, if you are working out, it really helps with recovery. Those were his recommendations. We eat a lot of fiber too. :) Good luck!

My husband and I generally will make a list and for lunches and snacks, we will make them all at once over the weekend. For example, we cooked all of the chicken we will use for lunch for the week yesterday. It is all about the planning. I will agree, staying away from some of the processed foods will help. Here are some…

I would find an exercise that you would consider similar and record that. The other option is to invest in a Heart Rate Monitor. I have the Polar F4 and it is really easy to use. It will record your calories burned and you can enter them manually.

Are you currently working out? I use one that called ultramet lite, which has fewer calories, but still provides a good protein boost after I finish working out.

I was going to ask about sodium and fat levels too. Also, sometimes your body just needs to catch up. I had two weeks of very frustrating no scale moving weeks. All of a sudden, it will catch up. My body seems to be catching up from previous weeks. My official weigh in is tomorrow so I can't wait to see what it will be

If that is the case, never find ROOT hummus. That stuff is SOOO delicious!

most fruits and vegetables are a good source of potassium. Nectarines, bananas, and apples. Broccoli, cauliflower, sweet potatoes. :) Your potassium level should be higher than your sodium level at the end of the day :)