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When my weight soared to 232 lbs, my right knee would be in a fair amount of pain after a two-mile run. I incorporated squats, lunges and a resistance band stretch to help support my knee. It might help you as well. I’m currently at 3 miles daily at a pace of 8:48 per mile. The pain has subsided although I still experience…

My wife and I have both been using Fitbet flex for the the past four months. ....."links with MFP?" .......All you need to do is touch the sync button on MFP and the information is automatically logged. "Do I need some special device or setting?".......You will need a smart phone, tablet or lap top to download the Fitbit…

Are you feeling sluggish at work? I wouldn’t make any drastic changes. If you do feel fatigued, you may want to try adding some protein and carbs to your caloric intake. Personally, I don’t adjust my caloric intake regardless of the intensity of my day. I might increase my protein and carb intake but will remain within my…

For most people, getting in shape and eating healthy is life long commitment. If he is discouraged after 25 days ask him to read some of the success stories here. Other than that, tell him good job; now do it again for twelve months. I will echo similar sentiments about muscle weight. It takes a tremendous amount of effort…

There is no easy way out. You will either change, which can be very challenging or you won’t and be frustrated. Sit down with a pen and paper and write a letter to Popeye’s and McDonalds and tell them you’re ending the relationship. Get angry, cry about it if you want then move on to discover new foods you like and will…

My wife and I use the Fitbit Flex. They work as advertised. A good heart rate monitor would also help you. I don't have one of them yet but I am considering a TomTom.

Forgive the cliché but one step at a time, one day at a time seems appropriate. Personally, I think you have already won the first battle. Where the mind goes the body will soon follow. I'll be looking forward to hearing about your success.

You may want to try soy or almond milk to reduce your sugar intake.

MFP and the exercise machine are just estimates. They are both only good for documenting trends. A heart rate monitor would help make a better assessment. If you are not concerned with eating back the calories just pick one and track your results. However, do not try to guess your caloric intake. You will guess wrong every…

If you don't want to have your claims challenged, a discussion, or consider other opinions, a public forum is probably not the venue you are looking for. Do not worry about people missing your informative advice. I'm sure they will still get plenty of help.

At one time I would have two or three olives to stave off cravings. These days I use chewing gum and water. In the long term, take a close look at the calories you are eating. If I am meeting all my nutritional requirements, I have less cravings. On the other hand, I could eat 4000 calories of junk food and still be hungry.

It's physically impossible to be in a caloric deficit program and not loose weight and it takes a tremendous amount of effort to gain a pound of muscle. So, you may want to reassess your daily caloric requirements. If that seems accurate to you, then I would invest in a good food weight scale. Weighing food is far more…

Mine is set at sedentary and I am allotted 1400 calories a week. However, my thirty day average is 1300 calories and my net calories are 901. I do thirty minutes on the treadmill seven days a week at 6.6 mph. I also do weight and strength training for 45 minutes six days a week. I rarely "eat back" the calorie deficit…

I stopped smoking Nov 05, 2012 and gained over thirty pounds in three months. So, I can appreciate your challenge. Good luck on your quest. (12bfree from the effects of cigarettes).

I love oatmeal. Very filling and economical as well. I eat it plain with boiled water and a pinch of salt. Sometimes I'll add 1/2 cup of diced apple or banana with a teaspoon of cinnamon. I also use it in my breakfast smoothie: 1/4 cup rolled oats 1 medium banana 1 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa 1 tbsp smooth peanut butter 1…

Dieting alone will only get you so far. Take a look at your exercise program. If you are physically able, work your core three times a week and add running to your routine. Fat hates running.

I can't think of anything good about a soda pop. Personally I prefer water. Sometimes with a squeeze of lemon. Occasionally I'll drink a diet coke but I can't think of anything good about it. Maybe a wasp trap.

Nothing. It's garbage.

My wife and I both have fitbit flex. We've had them four months and only take them off to charge. They work as advertised. They claim to be water resistant but we have not had them in the water. I thought it was a good deal for the price. She uses a toshiba and I have a mac and they sync fine with either computer. They…

I started having a smoothie (130 cal) at seven pm. It gets me through the evening. If I get an urge to snack after that, I’ll have some chewing gum and drink a tall glass of lemon water.

To OP It doesn’t get much easier than MFP to track and log daily caloric, nutrient and exercise data. In the beginning I thought documenting my own recipes was burdensome. However “My Recopies” has become easier to deal with. Unless I’m adding a new recipe, I can document my entire day in five minutes or less. So, I’m…

I like the Starkist Tuna Creations. They come in a variety of flavors and the pouches are easy to take anywhere.

I use generic calories for the items then add 20%. I'd rather estimate over than under.

What exactly do you consider cheating? If a person is achieving their goals where does the "cheat" part come into play? A person can only do one of three things, gain weight, loose weight, or maintain weight.

I've never really understood the concept of a cheat day. Especially if a person is trying to loose weight. However, I can see having a reward day as a positive experience. For example, If all goes well, I'll hit a personal milestone next Friday. I plan to celebrate by going out for a nice dinner and a bottle of wine (maybe…

Welcome aboard. I'm sure you'll do well. MFP is a great resource.

As I have not yet obtained my goal weight, I intend to forgo a traditional Easter meal this year. I will celebrate Easter at church but not with food. My family is understanding and supportive.

My pie chart goals were predetermined by MFP at 50% Carb, 30% Fat and 20% Protein. It is a difficult and rare occurrence to hit the numbers exactly. I am normally within 3% one way or the other. My goal is to loose weight and I've managed to stay at or below my allotted calories. The result has been an average loss of four…

If I'm a little under, I let it go unless I have a real hunger pang. I keep pickles, olives, carrots and almonds around if I just need to add a few calories without going over.

Sugar free chewing gum and a tall glass of lemon water will normally subdue my late night hunger pangs.