sarm1977

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  • I use a very simple app called "Calories Burned Calculator." And more recently "Endomondo." Both give me fairly similar numbers, and are typically less than what MFP app calculates. So I add the exercise, and change the calories field to whatever Calories Burned Calculator show it to be. Unless I've tracked the exercise…
    in Calories Burned Accuracy Comment by sarm1977 July 2013
  • Awesome feedback all around. I'm really enjoying this message board! I may try a 4am wake-up, I'm usually restless those last couple hours of the morn anyway. I'm also thinking I could take the 3yo for a walk when he wakes up at 530. I've got a child carrying backpack, and a stroller that's probably sturdy enough to jog…
    in Moms and Dads: When do you fit your exercise in? Comment by sarm1977 July 2013
  • You mentioned "cheat" days, which I feel are a good thing to keep you sane through your journey. And it's good that you still log on those days. Have you calculated your average calories including those cheat days? I'd check that as a first step, because it's very easy to do with pencil, paper, and calculator. Or to track…
    in Obese and need advice Comment by sarm1977 July 2013
  • Eating breakfast everyday really kickstarted my weight loss. Quick and easy: Hardboil 5 eggs Sunday night. Then they're ready each and every morning. 70-100 calories depending on size. Just shell them and enjoy! A dry english muffin takes a bit more time, but most brands are 110-120 calories. Once you start eating…
    in Healthy Breakfast Ideas? Comment by sarm1977 July 2013
  • I agree. Best bet is to cut back on the drinking. I enjoy a drink now in then, so this is what I do: Once a week I have a couple beers, and once a month I have a night out drinking. I make sure that I account for all those calories, including snacks, and that my weekly average still remains below my calorie goal. If your…
    in Drunk snacking? Comment by sarm1977 July 2013
  • I guess I didn't see this until I read through these 3 replies, but I guess I have to rethink my goals. Is the goal of a number on the scale what I'm shooting for? Should my goal be satisfaction with what I see in the mirror? Maybe I should take some measurements, and start using those as my goals. Honestly I'm pretty…
    in Breaking through my plateau Comment by sarm1977 July 2013
  • Happy Birthday! Setting a goal is a great way to motivate yourself. Plus you've picked a great app/website to help you along the way. Personally I've lost 54lbs in 6 months, but I'm a guy and sorry to say it, you ladies have a tougher time of it. Not to dispair though. I think your goals are good. As far as my advice on…
    in Fit By 30 Comment by sarm1977 July 2013
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