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MapMyRide is way off in their calculations. I'd say they overestimate by about 100% (meaning that you probably expend about half the calories MMR reports, maybe less).

I usually estimate about 40-50 cal/mile of sustained, rigorous cycling. If you're climbing or riding into the wind, it's a bit more. A power meter is the best way to estimate effort. At some point I need to buy one.

5/1 - 25.02 miles 5/3 - 15.87 miles 5/6 - 32.3 miles 5/10 - 29.1 miles

Costco sells the Vanilla and Chocolate versions in 6-lb bags for around $60. Cheapest you'll find. Vanilla tastes great by itself or mixed.

5/1 - 25.02 miles 5/3 - 15.87 miles 5/6 - 32.3 miles - Pain is riding home into a 15mph headwind. Happy to keep my pace above 15mph.

Nice job! At your current pace you should hit your goal on Wednesday. ;)

I'm in. Let's shoot for 250 this month. Might be optimistic as we had our first 100 degree day on Friday... 5/1 - 25.02 5/3 - 15.87

Also, I suggest you use a tape measure to track your body instead of relying on a scale. Even the Navy Body Fat calculation will give you a decent idea of your progress.

Your goal is 2500 calories per day for weight loss? Are you burning 1000 calories a day in exercise and not tracking it? 2500 seems awfully high for a woman trying to lose weight. I'm a44 year-old male and 2500 calories per day is my maintainence caloric intake. As others pointed out, your macros are out of balance for…

5/1 - 25.02 cycling 5/3 - 15.87 cycling

Goal is 250 miles of combined walking/cycling. 5/1 - 25.02 cycling, 0.99 walking

Yoga is still greatly beneficial from a flexibility standpoint though. Fitness isn't just about calorie burn.

Cold yoga would actually burn more calories than hot yoga as your body has to work harder to keep your temperature up.

Do you have a bike already? If so, you could get an indoor trainer. It's a cheaper investment and isn't a bear to move around. There are stationary trainers that sit there like an exercise bike or there are rolling trainers that simulate a real ride. Here's an example:…

If you stick with it, it will definitely help. I'd suggest getting a HRM and determining what your HR training zones are (you can find simple calculators on the web that are good enough). Try to stay in your aerobic training zone for extended periods of time (at least 30 minutes) and you will burn fat as long as you watch…

Try MapMyRun (there are other exercises besides running) and link it to your MFP account. It will automatically add the workout and calculate calorie burn to add to your diary. You can use the mobile version on your smartphone to track pace and routes as well.

Try walking at a brisk pace instead of running. Keeping your heart rate elevated but not TOO elevated is the key to burning fat. Also, you need to closely monitor your diet to make sure you aren't eating back all the calories you're burning. I've found that cycling is the fastest way to get lean and it doesn't hurt your…

Get a real bike and find a group to ride with. It will motivate you to get out more and it's more fun! There's nothing more boring than sitting in one place peddling for an hour. Just my opinion. :smile:

Well, I came up just under twelve miles short of my goal. I'm fine with that though. Six months ago I suffered a femoral-neck stress fracture in my left femur. This was my first month of strenuous exercise since then. Felt great to get back on the bike! I'll get that 200 miles (and hopefully more) next month 4/8 - 12…

4/8 - 12 miles, 46 min 4/10 - 12 miles, 45 min 4/12 - 12.3 miles, 45 min 4/15 - 28.9 miles, 1 hour 51 min 4/17 - 3.8 miles, 16 min 4/19 - 19.9 miles, 1hour 22 min 4/22 - 12 miles, 44 min 4/24 - 24 miles, 1 hour, 28 min 4/27 - 31.55 miles, 1 hour, 59 min 4/29 - 15.6 miles, 57 min

4/8 - 12 miles, 46 min 4/10 - 12 miles, 45 min 4/12 - 12.3 miles, 45 min 4/15 - 28.9 miles, 1 hour 51 min 4/17 - 3.8 miles, 16 min 4/19 - 19.9 miles, 1hour 22 min 4/22 - 12 miles, 44 min 4/24 - 24 miles, 1 hour, 28 min 4/27 - 31.55 miles, 1 hour, 59 min

4/8 - 12 miles, 46 min 4/10 - 12 miles, 45 min 4/12 - 12.3 miles, 45 min 4/15 - 28.9 miles, 1 hour 51 min 4/17 - 3.8 miles, 16 min 4/19 - 19.9 miles, 1hour 22 min 4/22 - 12 miles, 44 min 4/24 - 24 miles, 1 hour, 28 min 4/27 - 15.75, 1 hour, 1 min

4/8 - 12 miles, 46 min 4/10 - 12 miles, 45 min 4/12 - 12.3 miles, 45 min 4/15 - 28.9 miles, 1 hour 51 min 4/17 - 3.8 miles, 16 min 4/19 - 19.9 miles, 1hour 22 min 4/22 - 12 miles, 44 min 4/24 - 24 miles, 1 hour, 28 min

4/8 - 12 miles, 46 min 4/10 - 12 miles, 45 min 4/12 - 12.3 miles, 45 min 4/15 - 28.9 miles, 1 hour 51 min 4/17 - 3.8 miles, 16 min 4/19 - 19.9 miles, 1hour 22 min 4/22 - 12 miles, 44 min 4/24 - 12 miles, 44 min

4/22 - 12 miles, 44 min

4/8 - 12 miles, 46 min 4/10 - 12 miles, 45 min 4/12 - 12.3 miles, 45 min 4/15 - 28.9 miles, 1 hour 51 min 4/17 - 3.8 miles, 16 min 4/19 - 19.9 miles, 1hour 22 min April Total: 88.9 miles, 5 hours 45 min

Late to this thread, but here's my April total so far. 4/8 - 12 miles, 46 min 4/10 - 12 miles, 45 min 4/12 - 12.3 miles, 45 min 4/15 - 28.9 miles, 1 hour 51 min April Total: 65.2 miles, 4 hours 7 min

Not really low-cal but very tasty and full of protein: 6 oz milk (I use 2% but whatever fits for you) Double espresso or strong coffee One scoop ON 100% whey French Vanilla protein powder (110 cal, 24g protein) Shake and pour over ice Seriously as good as an iced vanilla latte from Starbucks.

Lol. I'm the husband. That doesn't work for me. ;)

That has 6g of carbs per 15g or protein. That's not a good ratio. I buy ON 100% whey from Costco. 6lb bag for $60. It has 24g of protein and 2g of carbs (along with 1g of fat). That's much better (and probably cheaper) than what you're using.