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I just got a response to the second/follow up email I sent, saying the same thing, it's not an experience they want members to have and they are forwarding to the VP of training. I sent that email on January 3rd, so they're about 5 days backlogged to answer. I'll give it to next week to hear from someone before I decide to…

Forget anything parents might have taught, I'm a former federal law enforcement officer, I can drop someone to the ground with a simple twist of the wrist (and much worse than that) I was honestly too shocked (and also didn't feel well)

Touching is common and sometimes necessary. I've had plenty of coaching, training, massage and chiropractic work so I'm certainly not "touch phobic" What creeped me out was the repeated touching of my hair and that fact that he was grabbing a part of my body that I told him hurt and had to tell him three times to get his…

Oh trust me, I will... the last line in my second email stated, "I expect a response from you; I expect you to deal with it. If not, I'm certain there are agencies I can contact."

Because it's not all about me. He's making other women uncomfortable as well based on the reviews I've read and he needs to be dealt with. Some of us actually think about people other than ourselves.

I'm not interested in working with, nor paying for a trainer (and if I was, I certainly wouldn't go to him) I went for my free session which I hoped would help me set up my own program to work on, go over the machines in that particular gym so I could use them safely, etc... I haven't used a gym in a long time because I…

I just got a response from the first email (I sent an update after my boyfriend got back from there about an hour ago) "Dear Lisa, I understand why you are upset. This is not the experience we want anyone to have. I have contacted the VP about this matter for immediate investigation. Sincerely, Christina"

my boyfriend just got back from his session with the same trainer. The trainer was more respectful to him and backed off when asked (in his case it was number of reps and the hard core sales pitch) I had to tell him to get his hands off the area between my neck and shoulder THREE times, and it was about ten times for me to…

From what I've read, it's way more strenuous then either yoga or pilates, hence my question here...

running leans my legs out and cycling gives them awesome tone and shape (and lifts the butt)

Diet Soda is nasty and extremely unhealthy. I quit soda many years ago, but occasionally want a fizzy treat. I take plain sparkling water (not club soda which has sodium) and mix in a an ounce or so of POM Pomegranate juice. It's a super yummy treat and way healthier than diet or regular soda.

SHOES! Do not go to Foot Locker or Big 5 or any other sporting goods store. Go to a real running store, owned and staffed by actual runners. They will watch you run, analyze your gait and determine which type of shoes you need (neutral, motion control, cushion) and if you need any additional support to deal with issues…

Oh good grief... THIS? Again? The risks of a sedentary lifestyle far outweigh the risks of running. Your average person training for a marathon is going to be running a slow enough pace that it is not going to harm your heart. I've been running full and half marathons, as well as competing in triathlons for the last ten…

Yes! THIS! I realize this isn't for everyone (ie; those who want to have children) but for me at, 50 the ablation and tubal ligation have been the best things I ever did for myself. Hormones are tricky tricky things...

You're an adult and there is no reason that you should have to eat something that you don't want to. A simple, "Than you for your offer, but I am trying very hard to stay on my eating plan for my health. I'll be happy to have a drink and enjoy your company, but I am no longer eating fast food/eating out."

I don't touch the stuff, especially that chemical laden diet crap. What I DO use for hydration/to fill me up/for a treat is plain sparkling water (not club soda which has sodium) I enjoy the bubbles. When I want a treat, I put a about two ounces of pomegranate juice in with it.

YES! this!

when I decided to change my life (back to the way it used to be) I also had to change who I was spending my time with. I chose to spend as much time as I can with those who are supportive of my healthier eating, exercise and now highly restricted alcohol consumption. I also chose to step away from those who are big…

I've not cut anything completely out, but am trying to eat more fruits and veggies and little or no processed food. I also started restricting alcohol (what a source of empty calories) I haven't gone tea totaler, but I'm now staying far away from my heavy drinking party acquaintances and enjoying a tasty adult beverage…

I honestly can't remember 30; for some reason I didn't consider it a big deal. 40 on the other hand... I ran my first marathon. As I crossed the finish line and received my medal I thought... "This is what 40 looks like; eat your heart out" When I turned 45, I did my first triathlon. I'm about to turn 50 (in October) and…

AHA! I knew something was squirrely with the fitbit Calorie adjustments. My time zone for fit bit was GMT -7 (daylight savings time) My time zone for MFP was GMT -8 (standard time) so I was getting double credits as my exercise and fit bit steps were an hour off. Good thing I ignored the fitbit adjustment and didn't try to…

Yes, he probably is afraid that once you lose the weight you will dump him. (oooh, poor baby) The main issue I see here is that he is controlling and manipulating you. This sets off many red flags for abusive relationships. If you're seriously committed to this guy, then I would recommend getting into some counseling fast…

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Thank you. That's very helpful. I think I under estimate what I'm actually doing unless it's hard core training and I'm afraid that if I eat all those calorie back, I'll lose my deficit. for example, my bike ride today was short, a little over 3.5 miles (had to go pick something up downtown) but the climb back up on my…

folks noticed the double logging after the server was down a couple days ago.

the older threads say it's pretty accurate. the newer thread indicates that some things may have been double logged; I checked mine and that's not the case.

Thanks. I popped over there and I'm seeing a lot of folks saying it's reasonably accurate and actually gives less calorie burned credit than BM. Maybe I'm under estimating and under eating? I know the weight loss has slowed down (not a big deal as my goal was to get under 150 and I did but would like a bit of a…

I've lost 25 pounds eating only real food (in moderation) I won't touch fats that aren't natural, so I cook with butter or olive oil. I also avoid GMO foods, canola, soy and corn. You couldn't pay me to put artificial sweeteners in my body. My philosophy is that the more highly processed and/or artificial something is, the…

Shoving is rude. Shoving a person out of the way of a speeding vehicle is heroic. Don't confuse the two. [/quote] OMG, this quote is made of so much awesome.

So forget about what has been gained back; that's done and over with. YOU LOST THREE POUNDS AND KEPT IT OFF!!! That's an accomplishment and your new starting point. In addition to logging food, exercise will help burn calories AND hopefully make you feel better and more motivated. Find activities that you enjoy, that are…