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Calorie Discrepancies- Elliptical, MFP
I've read a ton about calorie discrepancies on elliptical machines as well as My Fitness Pal. I read one blog on here that said to reduce the machine readout by 40% (which seemed pretty high!). But I've been doing that lately but I still feel like it's off. I also read that a ton of people use heart rate monitors to help…
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Do you have an "eat anything" weight?
So, I was at my all time high weight but had been at this weight for, like a year. It was my "eat anything" weight. I'm talking bacon-egg-cheese on a roll for breakfast (with a donut on the side), a massive lunch (usually a very unhealthy sandwich which prominently featured bacon and mayo, and a creamy, pasta-rich dinner…
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Seltzer
Thoughts on seltzer? I drink it a LOT in lieu of water and it doesnt have any sodium. I find that the flavored seltzers are amazing appetite suppressants and get me through the "I need a cookie" cravings. But is it bad for you at all? I've read it's no different than water, it's just carbonated water. Thoughts?
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Push-Ups Challenge
So I just read in Women's Health that in order to be qualified in army terms, you have to do at minimum 17 push-ups in 2 minutes. I tried it, and could do 17 in 50 seconds...until I realized I wasn't doing real pushups!! So I am challenging myself (and anyone else to join) to see if you can work yourself up to 17 push-ups…
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Pilates with Machine- Does it Work?
Looking into Pilates with the machine to get more toned and lean. But it's pretty expensive. Anyone try it and has it worked? How long until you notice a change (so I can gauge what package to test). Thanks!
