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I was considering getting one for quite a while, but after I've done my research, I was persuaded by the data not to get one. Below is a current article comparing several of them to actual calories burned. http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/upgrade-your-life/accurate-fitness-trackers-150220254.html I found that the best thing to…

No, your protien intake is just fine if you're lifting weights and doing any METCON workouts. I'm at 210 and my protein intake is generally in the 245-255g range per day. I recommend you calculate your TDEE on another site (there are several...just google it) and subtract 10% to set a reasonable calorie goal that includes…

Yeah, that kind of information shouldn't be sugarcoated...they might be tempted to eat that, too. Seriously, though, society nowadays is too soft. If you can't handle the truth of a matter, you need to consider leaving society and living on an island somewhere. People nowadays are so prickly that you can't mention…

http://www.topendsports.com/testing/heart-rate-resting-chart.htm Consult this link about resting heart rate. Your resting heart rate, regardless of the number, doesn't mean you're burning more calories, rather it means your heart is struggling to keep up with the needs of your body. Better fitness = lower heart rate Heart…

I can't imagine that would be comfortable at all while running, jumping rope, or doing box jumps...

Congratulations! Inches matter more than scales. All that means is you're probably adding some muscle and you're getting stronger. High five!

This. Many people you used to call your friends get upset when you take steps to better yourself. This makes them feel like you're leaving them behind, so they try to keep you in THEIR comfort zone. Many people are drawn back in by these "friends" and fall off the wagon. The best thing you can do for yourself is understand…

Keep rocking it! You're looking great! I love CrossFit. I'm impressed that you would take on the challenge. It's so great to workout with friends who will goad you into showing up even on the days you don't feel it, don't you agree?

If you're feeling any pain in your knees, you're running with incorrect form by landing on your heels. If you're feeling pain in your shins, take a week off. Shin splints are common in the second to fourth week of running more distance than you're used to running. Even during BUDS training, there is a week where running is…

You should just video yourself doing sprints. Sprints are probably one of the best exercises there is as far as burning calories goes. Beyond that, burpees. Nobody likes burpees. Nobody. BUT, you could watch yourself do those and follow along. I'm sure you'll save loads of money and probable disappointment. :-)

Between my CrossFit workouts (that pretty much equate to a rage session) and Yoga, I keep my stress level pretty low. Also, from time to time, I find comfort in a glass of 12-20y/o scotch. This message has been approved by JeffersJJ

I found that, when it comes to weight loss, you'll get more results from eating right and working out rather than by wearing an electronic bracelet. True story.

I guess because the narcissistic people are looking for approval from others?

While it may hurt for him not to support you, you just have to do it for yourself. If we needed everyone else's approval or support to do anything for ourselves, we'd never do anything. Besides, when others (even spouses...especially immature spouses) are not supportive and are actually trying to hold you back from your…

Man, that was just so much bad advice and illiteracy all wrapped up in one package...my brain...it hurts (hurtz?) :-) Joy_Joy has the right idea, bro.

Meh, I eat once or twice a day with about 18-20 hours of no food. Your body adjusts and burns more fat this way (do your own research). You also don't get the hunger pangs you think you'd get. I'm only actually hungry if I eat breakfast. Easy day.

All this concern about big boobs... I get that y'all like what you have, but it just seems so superficial. A woman is so much more than her boobs, and if she isn't, well, next!

Sure thing! FR sent. I always love to encourage others along.

Physical attributes fade, but it would be nice to have a pretty face to go along with... On Genuinely happy Confident Intelligent (I shouldn't have to correct your spelling or grammar) Strong Good morals Willing to fight fairly with me Challenges me Loyal A true lady Ambitious Tenderness Trusting Allows me to treat her…

I personally have a cup of black coffee and it doesn't have an adverse effect on my fasting. For the most part, though, I stick with water. LOTS of water.

Food prices should be directly proportional to their caloric values.

So the impact insulin has on the body is completely irrelevant...THAT's what you're telling me? Carry on with your bad self. Props to the guy who knows it all.

And what, scientifically, is wrong with what I've written? Are you a certified nutritionist or do you get all your information from Muscle Mag?

Tag, I'm it. http://crossfit11thparallel.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/jeffers.jpg

Under your goals menu, click on change goals>custom For Carbohydrates, change that to 40%. The others (fat and protein) should change to 30% each. Click save. Follow that instead. Now, make sure most all of your carbohydrates are coming from vegetables and SOME fruit. The occasional piece of bread/tortilla is fine, but the…

While this is sort of true, we also have to worry about inseam length, and more importantly, whether or not said pants can fit us in the legs and butt area. I mean, I realize most guys don't like to work legs, but c'mon....why punish the ones who do? Jeans/pants shopping is very frustrating. Ladies who have an issue with a…

Chobani is the best, in my opinion. It has exactly the number of carbs and protein in each cup for me to eat it with about six almonds or pistachios to make a meal/snack. Also, it tastes great and has none of that bogus stuff that Dannon and Yoplait like to put in their excuses for yogurt.

Jules, The problem you're having is all the pasta you're eating. When you take in high glycemic index (GI) foods, this causes and insulin spike in your body that tells your body to stop burning fat and muscle and start burning the ready-to-burn energy (pasta's carbs) for energy instead. You'll have to give that up if you…

Remember, just like declining a guy hitting on you, there is power in the word, "No."

Calm down, sweetheart. No reason to panic. Perhaps some changes are happening and you're just not aware of them. If you're really stuck, try intermittent fasting. It does wonders for helping you cut weight and maintain muscle. Here's an article ( a whole slew of them, actually). It's excellent reading and it's the plan…