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The Sugar-Free versions are much lower in calories. I Have the CoffeeMate SF Peppermint Mocha right now, and 1 TBSP is 15 calories. Delish!

I couldn't agree with you more. CRACKers for sure. The weight loss journey would be so much easier without Cheez-its and Peanut M&Ms (which I just added to my log *sigh*) in the world.

With the watch + chest strap (I have the Polar Ft4) it doesn't "just start" automatically, you do have to tell it when you're actually working out with a push of the button on the watch. However, you could easily modify and put in a pocket or on a pants loop. You don't have to be wearing it on you wrist.

There are all ages, sizes, and coordination levels in every zumba class! Go for it! And someone else mentioned this I think, but I know if I got to a class that always has the same instructor, she will reuse a lot of moves and songs, so you're not always lost and having to learn new things. HAVE FUN!!

How about a wrap? Lots of low-cal/low-carb options. A slice of cheese, sliced turkey, light condiments (mayo/guac/mustard), lettuce and whatever other veggies! PACK IT FULL! :) Fun alternative to a sandwich!

This! I don't need your germs! I also get frustrated when two or more people come in together and have a LOUD conversation. I'm going to go deaf from my iPod so you can get your weekly chat in. And seriously... why torture yourself by watching THE FOOD NETWORK while you work out?? That's all. :)

Yeah! I compiled this all in a word document and put it in my 12-week-plan binder!

Try Circuit Training :)

I use an HRM for the ARC Trainer too. I find that I burn about 10% less than what the machine says.

I'm 5'6 but have about 40 lbs more than you to lose, so I have my calories set at 1350. Finding a good balance can be tough, when you just want to find the exact science of "MY body burns this many a day while resting - so I need to burn XX calories in exercise to lose". Everyone's body is different, which makes it…

I need to do this! Would love an accountability group!

I agree with this. One cheat MEAL helps me keep on better track for the week. If I have a full cheat DAY, then I'm likely to think "Hmm, well, I'm doing okay with a full cheat day, so, it won't hurt if I cheat on this Friday meal too" and then it spirals out of control! If you have success with it though, ROCK IT ! :)

Thanks for the post. Looks easy enough to follow for 3 days and doesn't require a bunch of crazy 12 dollar ingredients. How often can you repeat it? once a week? Once every couple of weeks? Also wondering if perhaps adding a cup of fresh veggies to lunch would throw it all off? I guess I'm just paranoid about my tummy…

I'm a polar ft4 advocate! $75-80. I have yet to hear a negative Polar HRM review!

I want to try this with the 60 cal chocolate pudding cups! Any reviews on that method??

78 oz down, plus my workout H20 from this morning! (30 or so!)

I wish more people would realize this too. I cringe every time I see someone post a 750 calorie elliptical workout in 45 minutes or something random like that. I purchased a HRM monitor for this reason alone. I love me some elliptical cardio, but don't want to sabotage myself! I never eat back all exercise calories anyway.…

Oh it's on.... I'm in MI, so my water started already. I'm 24 ounces down since 10am, NOT counting the 30 oz or so during my workout this morning!

The scale won't magically move that much over 2 days. Give it a week of really hitting your food, water, and exercise goals before you rely on the scale number too heavily.

My scale can fluctuate 3-4 lbs in a day. :( I am a habitual weigher every morning, but I only record the reading on Friday or Saturday morning.... which has still made me very mad lately.

I'm the same way. I'd rather spend 30 minutes doing cardio burning X # of calories. Since MFP is so calorie # driven, that's what I tend to focus on. I'm starting to MAKE myself do 2 strength workouts each week at the gym after my cardio. It's boring, but it's gotta be done if I ever want the scale to move. :(

Same here! Can't workout without mine now!

This is my favorite breakfast - egg substitute, cheese, eng muffin! Except I use just a slice of lower sodium deli turkey. SO good and fills me up until lunch!

HA! After 2 workouts on each level, I'm comfortable putting her on mute and turning on my iPod! SO TRUE though!

I've had another application give me a higher goal for 2 lbs/wk loss too. I'd love to hear feedback on this!

If you're talking lots of leafy greens and veggies, throw on some lean protein, then I think yes. Just watch the sodium in dressing... and the extra add-ons like cheeses, dried fruit, croutons, etc. They can make a 600 calorie salad in no time. I wish I had the will power do do this! I just get SO bored with homemade…

If you're on level 1, try level 2. It actually works out to 27-28 minutes... and I agree with some other posters, it's a great way to build muscle in that short time frame. I was amazed at how much easier pushups became after even a week.

I quit doing it after I purchased an HRM too. Disappointing. It would probably help if I purchased some heavier hand weights, but I guess I can go to the gym and make use of my $35/mo there. I still do it from time to time if I just need a quick something to feel like I worked out for the day. I think I end up burning…

It might be a little off, but not too much. I have a 4.5 mile walking route that's pretty hilly and I average around 600 calories burned in about 75 minutes with my HRM. If you always eat back all of your exercise calories, it's better to guess a little low than high (like what MFP gives you!!). Great workout, by the way!…

This is a topic that will get all kinds of answers. I'm with you - if I burn 1000 calories, I'm not going to purposely eat 2200-2500 calories for the day, just because that's what I burned. I usually try to stick in the 1200-1400 range if I don't exercise, and 1500-1800 if I do exercise, just depending on the intensity.…