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  • https://www.fitbit.com/user/3N83SH I've had my Charge HR for a couple of years but really trying to keep my steps up right now, while I'm monitoring my calorie intake. Only problem is I can't wear it while I'm at work so I feel like I'm ripping myself off for the time walking around the office!
  • You're completely missing the point here. If you bothered to read back to my original post, I said that there seemed to be a fair bit of science suggesting there is actual benefits (because science) if people cared to look for it. I'm not banging a drum either way, and was making an observation based on what I'd read about…
  • I assume most people can use Google to research topics of interest, but here's a good start: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-health-benefits-of-intermittent-fasting#section1 I'm not going to link to all 44 references to studies or articles that are on that page. While we're on the subject of providing references,…
  • That's only partly correct. There does seem to be a fair bit of science that suggests the IF regime increases metabolism, lowers insulin levels, increases HGH and so on - all of which can assist in weight loss. If you're interested, there is plenty of reputable studies into this type of activity - when compared to some of…
  • Doesn't have run in it, but my go-to song if I'm flagging during a run a bit, is Eye of the Tiger by Survivor - channeling Rocky!
  • I can only second (or third!) advice given above. I had the same problem (starting C25K) and went and had my gait analysed on a treadmill at a specialist running shoe shop - turned out my shoes were knackered and well overdue for replacement. They put me into a shoe for my running style and I could feel the difference…
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