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I should add that I eat egg beaters and turkey bacon about 5-7 times a week. I was never much for eggs or bacon but I needed something to increase my fat and protein as previously my diet was around 85% calories from carbs.

I don't really monitor my cholesterol consumption. I limit my carbs to no more than about 55% of my total calories. Anything over 60% can cause tryglicerides to elevate which also causes a rise in LDL if memory serves. Limited carbs and increased exercise (cardio: 5 days, 60 minutes; strength training: 3 days, 3 sets of 10…

You seriously look great!!!

Congrats!!! Great picture!

Wow!!! Nothing short of stellar!

If you have a Best Buy near you give them a look. I walked in one today and found a ridiculously low price on a Polar FT60 *with* GPS!!! It's mine now!

Train don't strain. :smile:

Another benefit of walking (vs jogging) I thought of... You don't hear walkers discussing injuries near as often as joggers.

I'm down 16 pounds since May 7th and have been mostly walking six days a week. I'll substitute a bike ride once or twice a week. Anyone that tells you you can't lose weight, or lose it efficiently, walking is full of it. Pure and simple. Enjoy the time with your son! You'll both be better for the experience.

I'm also Celiac.

Arm flab, or any flab for that matter, requires weight loss more than weight lifting. Spot training/reduction (working a specific part of the body such as arm flab or abs to get rid of fat in that area) is a myth. I would encourage you to keep working at reaching your goal weight which. That should take care of most of the…

According to their website, the battery is "user replaceable"

Congrats! You look great!