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Contribution of Fiber to Energy While it is still unclear as to the energy yield of fibers in humans, current data indicate that the yield (of soluble fiber) is in the range of 1.5 to 2.5 kcal/g (Livesey, 1990; Smith et al., 1998). Source: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/DRI/DRI_Energy/energy_full_report.pdf Which means when…
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My HRM always says I've burned less calories that MFP reports. I have a polar RS-800 which takes my weight, age, and heart rate into the equation. I'm curious what other people are using, and what type of fitness level they would rate themselves as. MFP only takes time, (maybe age), and weight into account. All HRM…
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Something that has worked for me is a different type of strength training. Instead of lifting a set and resting for 30-60 seconds, lift a set like a dumb bell bench press. As soon as you finish the bench press, do a standing back exercise such as bent over reverse dumbbell fly, then top it off with a quick set of abs on…
