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I use RunKeeper. I've had it since it came out years and years ago. It has more than running. I like the mapping feature and how it keeps track of all your activities, pace, etc. I like how every 5 min you get an update to see if you're going at a consistent pace. It also has training and you can set it to remind you to…

I have it and boy is it a workout! I think it's great for toning and strength training. Don't feel bad if you have to stop every once in a while. It's definitely not easy.

I'm sorry about your loss. I work in healthcare and it is definitely a motivator for me when I see such great people struggling and sometime battling for their lives against diabetes and heart failure. Welcome!

Cool chart for any exercising!

I restarted recently. I had sucess with weight watchers before a couple years ago. I'm 26 and looking to try and lose about 50 pounds. I sent a friend request!

I read somewhere that it takes about 2 weeks to make something a habit. From experience, however, I think it takes about one week to stop feeling deprived. I really think it's mostly mental because as you continue to limit calories you start to see the portion sizes that you TRULY need to survive.

Recommended intake is about 2400 mcg a day for a normal individual (more in pregnancy and lactation) so your vitamin is close. Since it is a water soluble vitamin it won't hurt if you want to supplement a bit more. Water soluble vitamins won't accumulate like fat-soluble vitamins.

I just wanted to say that the nicotine replacement products (gum, patches, etc.) are safe and there to help you. Don't feel like going cold turkey is the "better" way. Whatever gets you to stop smoking is the best way. Also, people who quit gain about 10 lbs on average. But that 10 lbs is still healthier than smoking. If…

I know it sounds like a lot, but when I can vividly remember back in undergrad when I was starting to lose weight I would limit my calories one week and then slacken that restriction the next week, and I would lose weight (I was also exercising). All I know is that there is something to be said about letting your body…

Congratulations on your child! I know with PCOS it can be difficult to have children. PCOS is associated with insulin resistance, so I think taking a few tips from diabetic cookbooks or eating can help give you an edge!

This is just a guess, but I am thinking the high protein diet may have introduced some higher sodium for two days and minimizing sodium for one day won't really make up for that. Two days isn't really enough for a low carb diet to show much of a difference. Just put on your most beautiful smile and let the photographer…

While I think 190lb is a good weight for someone who is 6'2" I think that question is usually a good question for your physician or a physical trainer. Your doctor will take into account your health-- how is your blood pressure at that weight? How about cholesterol? Those numbers can determine whether you should be trying…

There are a lot of aspects that go into weight gain and/or loss with birth control pills and it really depends on which birth control you are on. The estrogen can expand the plasma volume which means water weight, but with the low dose estrogens we have today it shouldn't keep you from losing weight. I agree that the…

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/241563-community-for-crossfitters-by-crossfitters-anyone-interes This just popped up on the Fitness and Exercise board-- just in case you didn't see it!

It's usually the inner tube that goes flat, and that's because of cracks (age) or holes (thorns/glass) , or slices where the valve sticks through the rim. NOT because of your weight. If you replace the inner tube and it's still happening 1) double check to make sure the spokes aren't poking through the rim and puncturing…

Thanks! I just graduated school and I'm about to start a new job so I've been looking around at gyms to join. There is one really close and a walk/jog/bike trail goes right by its outdoor workout area so I see people working out. I've heard really good things about it so I am thinking about doing the beginner class. They…

Actually, I just moved close to a Crossfit location in Uptown Dallas, TX. I was wanting to know more about it. What is it all about?

I used to get really bad shin splints as well and I went on YouTube and looked up some exercises you can do to strengthen and stretch your calves and I haven't had shin splints since. Usually it is a combination of duck walking (walking on your heel with your toes in the air pointed straight, toward the inside, and toward…

Last year when I was on WW and lost about 25 pounds, I was using 30 day shred as my weight training and, a lot of times, my primary work out. I supplemented it with some running and walking but I definitely noticed a difference. I am actually thinking about restarting it. It can be pretty intense at first but you WILL…