jennyann117 Member

I can't see pics if I am logged on at work because they block all the photo-sharing websites...just a thought.

I have a Polar FT and use it for HRM and calorie counting. I believe it is water-proof to certain depth, but don't quote me on that :) I paid $65 for it on amazon last year and it still works perfectly.

way to go, you look fantastic!

I have the Polar FT4 also. I've noticed that if I don't change the speed and/or incline on the treadmill, my calorie burns are pretty close. When I vary my treadmill workout, my HRM is usually 50 -75 calories burned LESS than what the treadmill states. When I use the arc trainer, my HRM calories are usually over 100…

awesome story! congrats to you both :)

my husband tends to get mean when blood sugars are high. He's T1 for 30 years now.

eat more. If you're working out that much, you need more fuel.

awesome story!! Love how your smile and confidence grew in the photos :)

as soon as I went from the MFP rec of 1200/day to my tdee recommended minus 20% I started losing weight. I find it slower, but in the long run slow and steady wins the race :) good luck!

you are so cute!! Way to go! I am the same way with bracelets...I find myself staring at my wrists lately, willing them to shrink a bit :)

I don't think it matters. I have a large diet coke from McDonald's five mornings a week (not sure what it is, but McDs Diet Coke is the best), anyway...I drink water the rest of the day and don't really crave DC other than in the morning. I used to drink it all day and no bloat for me, but it definitely bloats my husband…

Looks good to me, just don't eat your workout calories back unless you are below your BMR. I was having a hard time at first with TDEE, but if I follow it, I lose. When I don't follow, I don't lose. Good Luck!! :)

I was never a water fan, but now I CRAVE it. I mean, all the time. I do have a diet coke every morning, but water for the rest of the day. It definitely helps with weight loss.

Do a search on the forums for TDEE & BMR and the in place of a road map...I've been doing this and have lost about 1.5 per week when I track and follow consistently. Good luck!!

Thank you for your service!!! Way to go on your weight loss and I wish you the best of luck obtaining your goals!! :)

way to go! Is that Chris Powell with you in your pic?? It totally looks like him :)

way to go, you're so cute!

way to go! You may be shrinking, but your smile is getting huge :)

Makes sense, thanks for the info :)

Try wearing a fitted t-shirt and workout pants :)

wow! You guys look awesome, way to go! :)

awesome!! What an inspiration :)

You're beautiful! What an accomplishment!

I treated myself to a manicure and a new purse when I lost 10 lbs :)

I read something recently about using vaseline. I'd rather wear capri workout pants and sweat my *kitten* off before I'd wear shorts :)

I didn't lose much the first week and I have over 100 to lose to be at a healthy, recommended weight. I think you should see how the second week goes before rushing to judgement. I make sure to net 1300 calories a day and I work out 4-5 times a week. Welcome to MFP & GOOD LUCK :)

I had back surgery 3 1/2 years ago and just this year I've started getting pain down my leg and lower back around the time of my period. I just take some Advil and I feel fine.

You are an inspiration, way to go!!!

Way to go, you look great!!

Thanks!