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  • I've been told by trainers at the gym that the eliptical is good but not great. The gliding motion helps carry you so you aren't doing as much work. I think as long as your heart rate goes up and you feel out of breath, even if its in intervals, it will work. I switched to the ARC trainer at the gym which looks similar to…
    in Is the elliptical enough? Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • MFP has me set at 1200 a day and I try not to go over. I exercise 5-6 days a week and eat back some of the calories but not always. I'm still a bit confused about all of that. I'be lost almost 5lbs in my first 2 weeks even with a grad party and 4th of July! It's easier than in the past bc I'm eating more fruits/veggies and…
    in Ladies- How many cals do you eat? Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • I do it every morning. It works for me because even seeing the scale go down a few ounces encourages me. When it is the same or goes up I just keep my game face on and know I can't slack off. I agree that its not for everyone though bc the scale going up could freak you out and cause a binge bc you think, "what's the…
    in Should you Weigh yourself everyday? Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • This is more of a Frappacino type thing but I blend 8.oz skim milk, 1 scoop chocolate slim fast, and instant coffee. It's AMAZING!!! And it has some good stuff from the slim fast. It's 200 calories.
    in I want your best sugar free ice coffee recipe! Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • I like a bigger breakfast or lunch. Definitely not dinner but that's me. Find what works for you.
    in Meal Sizes Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • Hi all! I'm from New York and just finished my first year of teaching high school English. I managed to pile on almost 20lbs and I want to be back to my pre-teaching weight. Nobody told me there would be a freshman 15 involved AFTER college!!
    in Where Are You All From? Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • Kickboxing at 12:30!!! When I post, my weight loss meter doesn't show up like other people's. Anyone know how to change that? Thanks!!
    in July 7th Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • This is just what I need!!! Today I'm 166.4
    in Weigh In Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • Thank you for you input, everyone. I have a better understanding of the BMR AND TDEE calcs. I think since I'm just starting out I will stick with the 1200 calories according to MFP. If I need to adjust, I will. Thanks!!!
    in BMR? TDEE? I'm new, help! Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • The article is very informative- I'm still feeling overwhelmed and a bit confused. I guess I will keep checking the boards and figure it out as I go.
    in BMR? TDEE? I'm new, help! Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • I used a calculator and my BMR is 1555. My TDEE is 2401. Is 1200 calories a day ok? I think I'm over thinking all of this stuff. I never used to eat more calories if I had worked out but some would suggest that I do. I'm still confused.
    in BMR? TDEE? I'm new, help! Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • No soda and no beer... This is tough!! Inject a watermelon with rum or vodka and let it sit over night. Slice it open for the party and bam! If you are allowing yourself club soda (I think u can get diet), mix it w white wine for spritzers. I have also used crystal light w vodka. Have fun!!!
    in drinking of the over 21 kind lol Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • I have also mixed cool whip with instant fat free/sugar free Jello pudding. It goes much further and is low in calories. You can even put it in a pie crust if you want to make a big dessert out of it.
    in Peanut Butter/Coolwhip treats Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
  • So I just adjusted my goal and it reset me to 1200 calories a day. I still don't know if I'm supposed to stick to that even after working out.
    in Is my calorie intake correct? HELP! Comment by Ashers83 July 2012
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