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Agree with SpaceMarkus. The two really do different things. I got my BodyBugg a little over a week ago and am really enjoying it so far. It tracks calories burned per minute. You wear it all day and it tracks constantly. It does not measure heart rate. If you get the smart phone version or the additional readout that you…

Cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger all make tasty additions. You could add a tablespoon or two of dried fruit (like cranberries) or chopped nuts. Fresh fruit, like blueberries, sliced strawberries, or sliced banana works great too. And if you like peanut butter, then a tablespoon of it or a couple of tablespoons of PB2 are…

This is so true. If I'm in a funk or just feeling kind of down, not much is a good as a workout for turning it around. Time spent in the gym is time to let all that stuff rattling around in your brain get sorted out.

I'm making lemon chicken (chicken breasts, lots of sliced garlic, lemon juice, a bit of olive oil, and a pinch of Kosher salt). We'll have hummus, homemade tzatziki, pan-roasted cauliflower, and some low-fat feta to go with it.

Germ Busters! Or maybe something like Sparkle & Shine Services. Good luck with the business. :happy:

These are all very motivational: Trouble by Pink Closer by Nine Inch Nails Enter Sandman by Metallica Firework by Katy Perry My Body by Young the Giant Bounce by System of a Down

Excellent choice; that's definitely the way to do it. :drinker:

Arms seem to really show it off to me. If someone has well-defined forearms they either do physical work for a living or work out hard.

My top gotta-have-it food is now Fage 2% Greek yogurt. So versatile for breakfast, snacks, or desert. I also have eggs a lot more often. And La Tortilla Factory whole wheat tortillas are a life-saver for a quick and easy lunch. I've also kept oats in various forms around and include them fairly often.

The texture will be a bit different, but every recipe I've tried it with came out just fine. I do notice one problem, the treats made with applesauce dry out faster. So if you're eating them the same day or the day after you bake them, no worries at all. But if you want something that's just as good a week later, I…

Depends... If I have to pick somewhere that's actually reasonable to get to for lunch, probably Thundercloud Subs. They have very fresh, simple ingredients and make an awesome grilled chicken salad. If I could pick anywhere in town, definitely Zen. They do Japanese food fast. So stir-fries, brown rice, and the occasional…

You get a better workout if you don't hold on at all. Swing your arms like you are walking. That forces you to engage your core muscles to maintain balance. You actually burn a lot fewer calories (and risk shoulder injuries) if you lean onto the machine (part of your weight is supported and you don't have to work as hard.)

Wohoo! Congrats! It feels so great to cross that milestone. You are doing an awesome job!

I like some dressings, just not all over my salad. So I have it on the side and dip the fork in before grabbing a bite of salad. So if you like the flavor of some dressings but just find them a bit overwhelming, you might give that a try. Otherwise, there are plenty of tasty things to add to a salad. Other veggies, like…

Welcome to MFP! I'm from Austin and have been on here since January. There are some great people around.

Thanks for designing a new challenge for us. :) I did great on the drinking more water last week, but didn't get in a class or outdoor routine to switch things up.

When I make a smoothie it's usually to try and get in some protein. So my base is: 1 scoop plain whey protein 1/2 c. fat free milk 1/2 c. low fat Greek yogurt (adds a nice tang, but you could just use more milk if you don't like that) 1 frozen banana, sliced Then, depending on my mood, I'll add one or more of the…

Great story and very inspirational photos. Thanks so much for sharing. You've done an amazing job!

Nothing very interesting, but I have accumulated a few marks over the years. A tiny triangle on my left temple from chicken pox when I was 3. A thin white line where hair won't grow right down the back of my head. It's only a little over an inch long. You can see it if I put my hair into pigtails as it's right in the…

You can always do squats and lunges. Some types of sit-ups and crunches should be ok too. As for cardio, do you go to the gym? The elliptical that doesn't have moving parts for the arms should be fine. Also the stairmill would work (the less you hold on, the more you work your abs too). Hope you heal quickly.

There are many herbal "teas" available that are just herbs and flowers with no caffeine. My favorite is mint. But I have one by The Republic of Tea that tastes like apple cider that is also wonderful. And depending on how strictly you have to avoid caffeine, there are green teas and white teas that have much less caffeine…

I use them in chili or chili-mac, tomato sauce for pasta, and soups. For a basic chili-mac, start by cooking a chopped onion until it is soft. Add in a pound of ground meat (I usually use beef, but turkey works great too). When the meat has browned, add in some minced garlic and spices. (Cumin, paprika, and a bit of chili…

Oh, yum! The stems are my favorite part of the broccoli. Never thought of doing something like this with them. Thanks so much for sharing!

I've been playing WoW since the January after it was released. I don't seriously raid anymore, but I have lots of fun doing instances and achievements and working on alts. Currently I have 7 level 85 characters.... I haven't found it to hinder me at all while losing 80 pounds over the last two years. I actually find it…

Oh, this sounds like a fun mini challenge! Hmm, maybe I'll find a class at the gym since I almost never do those. Or maybe I'll try to do something outside. The weather is finally getting decent, and I haven't been outside much in months, certainly not to exercise.

A food scale definitely helps a lot. For the baby-cut carrots I find that 3 oz is usually 8 to 12 depending on the size of the pieces.

Mint Chocolate Cookie is my absolute favorite. But Chubby Hubby is quite tasty too. And if you want to feel somewhat virtuous with your treat, their Cherry Garcia FroYo is delicious.

I love corn chowder! This one sounds tasty and healthy. Thanks so much for sharing.

Ok, these are going on the menu for the Halloween party... that way I can only eat one before the rest disappear.

Add me to the list. Been playing WoW since a month after it came out. Before that it was EverQuest. I was totally addicted to STNG when it originally aired. And I love a good SciFi convention (you'll usually find me in the Filk circle). Oh, and I suppose the weekly session of old school pencil and paper D&D counts too...