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That is a great idea Carly! Sometimes we don't give yourselves enough credit for the "little" things.

Have you tracked your measurements? I've found sometimes the tape measure tells a better story than the scale. Some of the things that have helped me: Cut way back on carbs (breads, pasta, rice, etc). I get most of my carbs now from fresh fruits and veggies Little or no junk food (candy, chips, fast food) Cut way back on…

If you are using a HRM, you can create an exercise entry for yourself and enter the calories from the HRM. If not, there is a strength training entry under Cardio that you can use, then you can use the Strength section to track the different exercises you do.

7 days isn't very long, give yourself more time. Some people take longer than others. Make sure you are getting enough water and are not starving yourself. Eating too little can sometimes be counter-productive. Don't get discouraged, you can do this!

Hi and welcome!

Four days a week at the gym: 2 days of cardio for 60-75 minutes (cycling, elliptical & treadmill), 2 days strength training for 30-40 minutes (variety of weight lifting exercises, plus planks, squats, lunges, push-ups) with 10-20 minutes of treadmill & cycling 2 days a week of brisk walking (4-5 mph) for about 2 hrs I'd…

The first one I bought was a Sportline watch version. It worked OK at first but then as I upped my workouts and would sweat more, it became horribly inaccurate. I now have a Timex one with the chest strap. I get pretty accurate readings no matter how hard I work out. I think the ones with the chest strap work best.…

Congrats on the 2 lbs and welcome!

Isn't it awesome to fit a smaller size? I still find myself over estimating my size and keep picking up stuff that is too big!

Just plain ole cotton bikinis work for me.

Since "Reduction in Force" (ROF) is the new buzz phrase in the work force, how about "Reduction in Weight" (ROW)?

Hi Emily! Everyone burns at a different rate depending on weight, fitness level, etc. Best way to know is to use a Heart Rate Monitor.

Welcome!

Your diary looks good all in all. The days you are under on fat, you are not under by that much and I saw some days where you are over, so I think it evens out. No need to really change anything unless you feel like need to. Maybe try and up the fiber a little.

I have a pair of the Reebok ones. I definitely feel it in my butt, hamstrings and calves when I wear them.

I've lost almost 50 lbs and am currently working on maintenance and being as fit as possible. I would like to lose a couple more lbs, but that is for my own satisfaction. I know I don't "need" to lose any more.

I've been working out pretty regularly too and didn't feel the burn in the abs she was describing. I figure just contract the abs harder and see what happens.

I have Yoga Meltdown and 6 week six-pack. Just started using them this past weekend. I did 30 day Shred with my sis this past weekend. Killer workouts! Definitely worth the buy.

Right about this time of year I start with the salads .... Spinach with sliced almonds strawberries and balsmic vinegar Romaine with sliced pear, blue cheese and walnuts Mixed greens with dried cranberries, sunflower seeds and feta

Found this on line. Hope this is what you are looking for: How do you measure Caloric Restriction? In animal experiments, scientists divide a set of genetically homogeneous animals into an experimental group and a control group. They measure how much a control group eats, and then use that amount as the basis for…

Amanda, you are doing great! Keep doing what you are doing.

You may need to eat more, if your net is less than 1200 per day. Make sure you are getting enough protein, especially on your workout days. Could be that you are building muscle mass - compare your measurements over time and see if those are changing.

Yes, that happens a lot. I can go as many as 3 weeks with little or no change and then have a sudden drop.

I will have a protein shake after working out for muscle recovery.

I just took a peek at several days. Looks like you are in a good cal range (1800 net). Make sure you are getting plenty of water. Sometimes the measurements tell the story better than the scale does. The fact that the scale hasn't moved could be a reflection of gain in muscle mass, water rentention (in the newly worked…

Hello fellow Bostonian! So good that your wife is supporting you on this. I think that makes all the difference! Good luck to you and Welcome!

Definitely drop the due dates! It can cause more discouragement then incentive. As long as you are being honest with yourself about your food and exercise, you are on the right track!

You should eat something small before you work out: a banana, protein bar or a small yogurt. Then eat your actual meal after. You need something to give you energy for the workout but depending on how vigorous your workout is, a full meal before might not be pretty.

I haven't done a 24 fast (at least not on purpose). But I have done a 7 day veggie detox. No coffee, sugar, flour or meat -- only fruits, veggies, legumes and nuts -- for 7 days. Herbal tea is also allowed, and I had a cup of hot water with lemon juice every morning. Kind of rough, but it was definitely a help with…

It happens to me a lot. I'm often way under on protein too. Just have to find a way to balance it all out. Even with this though, I have still managed to lose almost 50 lbs.