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  • My suggestion: Buy a fitness tracker with GPS. I have a Garmin VivoActive Music 3 (don't use the music part, I just like the look the best). Set up 'Run' Interval workouts. You do it through the app on the phone then sync your phone with the Garmin. I have about six workouts set up depending on how I feel: Run .12 / .10…
    in At what weight should I start jogging? Comment by RickInHouston October 2018
  • I've jogged for years. I'm not a runner, but I do it. I have a really bad knee that doesn't like going down stairs. It has kept me from running in the past. I now do intervals. I use a Garmin Vivoactive Music 3 and have set up run workouts. I started easy - run .12 / walk .10 - and set the repeat on about 30. This way I…
    in Runners Forum Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • Weened myself off sugar in morning coffee. Then, found out the milk has sugar in it (and I started Intermittent Fasting) so I stopped adding milk to my coffee. Just black coffee for me, now. MyFitnessPal app is #1 reason I'm losing weight since it has identified what I shouldn't be eating. Intermittent Fasting is #2…
    in What's the biggest small change you've made? Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • Do you guys update your firmware on your Garmin? Look into it. I replaced my Garmin Forerunner with a newer Garmin VivoActive Music 3. After a learning curve, couldn't be happier. I do miss the running interval tones before it buzzes... Mine syncs with MFP almost instantaneously after walking in the door after a run (leave…
    in MyFitnessPal and Garmin Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • FitPro Go Real milk protein shakes. 200 / 210 calories. Only 8 grams sugar. I get it through Amazon. If my eating day is about over and I'm at a 300+ calorie deficit, I drink one to not crater.
    in Protein snacks? Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • in Show off your home gym Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • Here. Wow, it's messy! I guess my wife is right.
    in Help in planning a home gym Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • I would recommend the thick plastic squares over the wood. Hopefully it won't hurt the finish over time. I have the gym grade rubber over the plywood (unfinished) floor. Will see if I can post a pic, later.
    in Help in planning a home gym Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • 57 years old / 5'8" / started May 1 at 165 lbs. I counted calories sticking with 1400 and under (but I would eat / add my exercise calories). I got to 162 lbs and hit a wall for 3 weeks without any movement. I quit routinely eating my exercise calories and got down to 159 lbs and hit a wall for 3 weeks. I will say my…
    in Intermittent fasting success? Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • IronMaster bench. Best bench I've ever owned (and I've owned many).
    in Help in planning a home gym Comment by RickInHouston August 2018
  • Omega Trail Mix (is good for the heart!)
    in Trader Joes Essentials Comment by RickInHouston May 2013
  • Many people try protein drinks but give up on them almost immediately. How do you make them better... Mix them and put them back into the refrigerator for at leave 20 minutes, but 30 minutes is better. When you are ready to drink it, take it out and shake it again aggressively. The grit is gone. It's much smoother and much…
    in Whey protein and nausea Comment by RickInHouston May 2013
  • Ahhh, I'm from Houston - TexMex Utopia! First of all, I like to give myself a 'free' day and it's usually Friday night when the family goes to Chuy's for Mexican food. There are more nutritional options then the usual Mexican fare. Tortilla soap (usually with chicken), fish tacos with corn tortilla instead of flour…
    in Mexican Restaurant help please Comment by RickInHouston May 2013
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