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The Amazon listing says it's fulfilled by Beachbody, but the reports of scratches/skipping and missing items make me wonder. Thanks for the info on the program. I think it would be a good foundation for me. Do the coaches or BB itself ever offer free shipping? That was a big attractor for me on Amazon.

I'll give a quick update. I gave up on waiting for Fitbit and Jawbone and got the Peak. Loving it so far!

The only thing that would make the habits better is if it had an online community where you could link up with friends like Fitbit. Hopefully if more people start using it, a group will pop up here. As far as I can tell, this latest model hasn't been available long. I only stumbled on it because I was looking for an actual…

I'm going to explore the link with other apps in the coming weeks. I really think they'd boost their market if they got moving with the MFP link. I like it better than Fitbit in several ways such as the bigger display/data you can see with a swipe, buckling strap to minimize the chance of losing it, truly waterproof, and…

Not yet but their support team says it's the number one request, so I'm hoping to see that soon. I really like it so far, so that would make it just about perfect (if the water resistance turns out to be what they say it is; I haven't tested that yet). I do find that it gets hinky about syncing with my phone and iPad…

I liked my Polar but got sick of the chest strap. I've always been a Fitbit fan but got tired of waiting for the new one and just got a Basis Peak. Loving it so far.

Fitbit fan here, although I didn't replace my last one after I lost it many months ago. I'm holding out for the new model with HRM built it, although I might go for the Jawbone or Basis Peak, both of which have that function (Jawbone isn't out yet, Peak is).

Exactly. In the days before the statewide ban on smoking in restaurants, I got sick of hosts trying to seat me right next to the smoking section. They'd insist, "But this is still the non-smoking side" and I'd ask "So you're guaranteeing me that the smoke knows not to cross that invisible wall?" At many of the restaurants,…

I loved candy cigarettes as a kid and it never turned me into a smoker. I can't stand being around it, so it's banned in my house and I don't go to places where I'll be exposed. I'm for freedom to do what you want, as long as it doesn't impinge on my own freedoms, so I have no problem with certain smoking-allowed places. I…

Welcome! I'll be 50 this fall and lost a lot of weight, only to get sedentary and put it back on. I need to lose a little more than you (I'd be happy with 40) but it sounds like we're in a similar situation so I'd love to be friends. I signed up for the health club and now just have to keep focused on doing what I know I…

Wow, I didn't realize how many sad songs are out there when I started this thread. It brought back memories too. Back when I was in grade school, it was the in thing to cry over Seasons in the Sun, as well as Billy, Don't Be a Hero.

We're pretty blunt with each other in my marriage, so I would do it and have done so. Normally we can discuss anything, although my husband can get defensive about his weight. If he's the one telling me, I just accept it because hey, if it's true. I can't deny the fact, and it's nice that we care about each other's health…

It helped me a lot with mood swings and hot flashes, and it also lightened my extremely heavy periods and cut back a lot on the cramps. I actually took it for a while in my younger years for those latter reasons, although a different one than Yaz. The vicious cramps and bleeding are back now, and I'm back to hot flashes…

That's interesting that you're on the pill for menopause. I was planning to do that myself, as the gynie nurse practitioner put me on Yaz years ago when I started having perimenopause symptoms. It helped a lot, but when I got a new doctor about a year ago, his NP freaked out and said no one my age should be on BC. Granted,…

kiniece your hair is gorgeous! I'd never be able to pull that off. When I asked for vintage responses, I had no idea that so many people started graying so early. My mom started fairly late, although she was totally gray by her 50s, but my grandma was still salt and pepper when she passed away in her 80s. I'll count myself…

What is it about the chin? That's where my current zit is too!

I generally feel good afterward unless I didn't eat something or drink enough beforehand. Then the lack of energy or proper hydration makes me feel exhausted. Otherwise, I always feel happy and accomplished, even when I'm sore and dripping with sweat.

The one good thing about all this is that, while I've got the physical crazies going on, it's a very exciting time in all other areas of my life. I just started a new job and am building a new house that will hopefully close next month, so it feels like a great new phase rather than an "it's all downhill from here" sort of…

Good for you! I'm planning my next session for tomorrow. There's BodyFlow at 11:15, so it's either that or the pool later.

Does walking in the pool count? I want to increase my regular walking time with my dog, but I also go to the health club pool regularly and walk laps in the water for 45 mins. Even if that doesn't count on the thread, I'd love to join in to keep me motivated and accountable for taking the mutt on a nice, long walk a few…

Hello, everyone! I'm new in the group, but really looking forward to a place for accountability and good information. I turn 50 later this year and am happy to have support on MFP. I didn't make it to the health club today since we were out most of the day, but my August exercise starts tomorrow. I have a good incentive: I…

I know you're teaching HS rather than college, but do the kids have to be on between certain hours or are they allowed to do the work whenever they wish? If it's the latter, you can easily be working constantly if you're at all lax on time management. You have to work within the terms set by the school, but make sure to…

Lots of teachers over on this thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1368649-any-teachers-any-level-especially-online-in-the-house I'm a full-time teacher, but I teach college online so my schedule varies. That also means I can't use the "I have no time" excuse, since it's flexible enough to allow me to get to the…

LOL, maybe he was waiting for someone to tell him, "Stop being such a naughty little boy and running on the pool deck."

That's what I've often thought when I see how hard they push virtual school here, starting with kindergarten. Many of my adult students are totally unprepared for the online learning environment, so I'm not sure how a kindergartener can do it unless the parent is experienced with teaching or home schooling. But the program…

The abs are my favorite area too because that's what I really need. Actually I need flexibility too but I really want to tighten my tummy so I love the challenge.

One advantage of working online is no workroom treats to tempt you. The stress is still there, though, and the refrigerator is so darned close. But I know it's no excuse, since my schedule is also flexible enough to get my butt to the health club, or at least out on a short walk to blow off steam in a healthier manner.

44 more days to go! Today was another pool day, since I typically have work to finish on Weds. afternoons, so I couldn't get away for a class at lunch time. I changed things up a bit because I usually jog my laps, but the only available lane was the deep one (6 feet). I straddled a pool noodle and got a good arm and leg…

Indeed, it is a workout! I'm glad that it is, even though I was picturing something a little more low key. My heath club also offers traditional yoga, but I think Body Flow is going to give me a lot more of what I need.

Wow, this thread has grown! I'm not going to weigh myself for a while because I don't want to get caught up in that. I'll trust my exercise and the fit of my clothes to let me know my progress.