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  • I had the same problem w/ lunch that you had. I typically find something similar in the MFP database, increase the portions(1.25...), then workout a little longer than usual. If you underestimate, then you are not doing yourself any favors. That's what I do. I used to freak out about it, but I realized that getting "close"…
    in Figuring out how to calorie count certain foods!! Help Comment by popalud March 2012
  • I found this last night researching the topic. Pretty good read. Also includes a heart rate zone calculator about halfway into the article. http://correct-weight-loss.net/2011/06/10/target-heart-rate-for-weight-loss/
    in ideal heart rate - does it matter that much? Comment by popalud February 2012
  • Here are my numbers (average over the past 4 weeks since using MFP to log food/workouts) 5'10" Male, 246lbs Starting W (1/2/12), 185lbs Goal W Cals: ~1550/day Carbs:~170g/day Fat:~45g/day Protein:~90g/day Workouts (w/ HRM): ~430cal/day Cumulative Cal intake: ~1100/day Weight Loss: 3lbs/Week I workout (C25K/30DS) after…
    in How many calories are you averaging a day w/ an exercise bur Comment by popalud February 2012
  • I know others may disagree here, but I weigh myself every morning. It adds accountability to what I ate and how hard I worked out the previous day. When my weight goes up, then I know I need to eat better and increase my workouts today. When my weight goes down, it validates my efforts and adds to my determination to keep…
    in How do I keep the ball rolling? Comment by popalud February 2012
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