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Totally missed the point, didn't you?
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When I run, the iPhone step counter is slightly under the map my run app. When measuring distance.
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This is an important benefit for me. When I eyeball I err towards a smaller portion. I get more food when I weigh. My workout program is intense so I cannot afford to go too far under.
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Weighing food probable takes 3 minutes out of my day. It honestly takes no time at all. I did ok eyeballing; but I think it is much better to weigh.
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On a long run I use their restrooms. Their "food" on the other hand...
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Fitday has it as an available exercise. It's not enough to be worth logging though.
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I have finished 10 full marathons. Some have only been uncomfortable for the last mile or so. Not everyone feels like quitting every step of the way. I have always been of the opinion that the people in the back of the pack were very courageous to fight through and finish. Parents allowing children to become obese is…
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Your implication seemed to be that this had something to do with people's feelings about obese people.
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This article does not speak at all to people's attitude towards overweight people. Someone else's obesity is not disease causing to me. It may not even be disease causing to them. As to "my problem", rudeness and arrogance from someone making a very poor argument is the source.
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You clearly have no idea what "by definition" means, Grow up, read a book or two, and then come back.
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No, it is not "by definition". Learn what "by definition" means before you use it next time.
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If you would be so kind as to cite you references here I would be grateful. An evolutionary advantage to avoiding people who are overweight actually does not make any sense. But the good news is that if there is widespread agreement, you will favor me with a nice list of specific scientific references.
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If you are going to Disney World, you will find that there are, along with the usual park fare, quite a few healthy and less calorie dense options. The last time I went, for example, I had grilled salmon with redskin potatoes and fresh asparagus at one of their counter service restaurants. My suggestion is that you…
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The question was worthy of the post that prompted it. It seemed that you meant something different than the message implied. Of course, it doesn't work to double-count activity. If I put myself down as highly active due to my running, biking, taekwondo etc., then I wouldn't also input the exercise calories. Many people…
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Huh? Your body only counts calories burned during "intentional" exercise? So if someone is chasing me for three miles, I can't log it?
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You don't read the business press much do you? The increase in healthier options has taken a big bite out of their market share the last several years. The 24 hour breakfast has helped some recently. But they are clearly trying to find themselves in the current environment.
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I read an article that said that a certain amount of alcohol increases grhelin levels which can causes appetite to spike. The author suggested limiting drinks to no more than two for a woman or three for a man. I have only read that article and didn't do any research to guage its credibility; so I don't have a strong…
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To be clear, I never said I think the OP has an eating disorder. I agree that the approach you suggest is more sensible than just jumping to conclusions.
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OK fine "estimated BMR" if you like. I realize we are all dealing with estimates when using any of these calculators or trackers. Even BMI is only accurate for ~80% of the population. If 100% perfect information is required for expressing an opinion, they really need to take down this board. I would never claim to know for…
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The OP is eating 210 per/day above her basal metabolic rate and reports that she is extremely active. I think it is understandable that some people might feel a little concerned for her given that. I don't necessarily claim she is trying to starve herself; but the goal is aggressive and the calories are low.
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It makes me sad that going lower in one's healthy BMI range can make a HUGE difference in the way people feel about themselves.
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Restaurant menus can be tricky. I remember one year when I was trying to get just a few pounds leaner for a 160 mile Bicycle race and was eating at Red Robin. I really wanted the fish and chips, but settled for an exceeding poor chicken stir fry under the assumption that it would be a better option (this was before I…
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There have been a number of great suggestions made above. I think the key is to seek out recipes that provide the flavor you enjoy. Adding a few calories may prove well worth the better taste. In addition, try to focus on veggies that are fresh and seasonal as much as possible. Asparagus that is seasonal at the farmer's…
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In the U.S. there are nineteen ingredients in McDonald's fries. They include "natural beef flavors" developed by someone in a lab coat. Back in the day, they used to fry them in beef fat. Now they use vegetable oil, so they use other methods to retain the beef flavor..... My objection is more culinary than "health and…
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This is reasonable, and I understand. The Italian dishes that have migrated across the Atlantic and found their way in restaurants are very calorie intensive. It makes me sad because there are many great tasty and healthy items in Italian cuisine. My retirement dream is to open an Italian Cafe and wine bar showing Italian…
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You dig great! Unless your grilled vegetable salad had tons of oil and reading I doubt you were anywhere near 800 calories. My math has it as follows: 240 for the pizza-but if it was real Italian thin crust it could be less; about the same at the most for the Cod if you did not eat the sauce; and 150 at the most for the…
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I think we're are talking about corporate Italian American cuisine here; because REAL Italian cuisine is not as calorie dense. But people actually think Olive Garden is an Italian restaurant. Fettuccini Alfredo and chicken Parmesan are American dishes, for example, and are pretty unknown on "the boot." Checking the menu…
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Taper! This one is not even close. If you have done 22 then you are ready. I have finished 10, and generally max out at 20 in my training.
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When losing and at a transition size I was traveling. The local airport just put in a new security screening device that required I remove my belt and put my hands over my head-I was not prepared. Luckily, my pants did not fall down during the scan; but had I moved even a little they easily could have!
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Actually I may well have as many disagreements with the author as you do. I just get frustrated when someone is discounted just because they wrote a book...
