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HRM throughout the day
Today I decided to wear my HRM all day. I started the day riding 5 miles on my bike (11-13 mph), then did a 15 min. mile, Slim in 6 Start It Up!, and finally Pilates . While I was running the mile, I checked the reading on the treadmill against my Polar and they matched exactly. I was relieved that I had been getting the…
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What's better for true weight loss & health...
Watching fat? Watching carbs? Watching sugar? Watching cals? I know that a combination is best, of course, but was wondering exactly which one(s) is the BEST to consistently keep track ...
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POLAR F6
I just bought a Polar F6. I'm trying to figure out the best way to program it. I don't really understand the instructions. Can someone offer any help or suggestions to try to make it easier? Thanks!
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What's your opinion on this?
Okay, so, this morning I did 5 miles on my bike. I came home ate breakfast. Decided to enjoy my last day of vacation just watching movies. How should I eat today? I'm not really hungry but I have all these calories. If I'm not really expending cals from activity, how do you think the body reacts to this? Good or bad?
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COMPARISON - OPINION
I just started cycling and have been amazed with how much calories I burn and how enjoyable it is compared to running on a treadmill! I average about 4 mph on the treadmill and it takes me over an hour to burn 300 calories. I do an average of 10-15 miles a day cycling at about 10-12 mph (sometimes consistently more at…
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Confused
Okay, ya'll. Here I am again needing clarification/validation. I started hitting it hard in April when I was forced to stay home to take care of my son after his accident. I only did the treadmill and Pilates and, of course, watched what I ate. The pounds melted off me. I was, as a co-worker told me, "tiny". I went back to…
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Heart rate monitors
Okay, I just saw a post about the Garmin HRM. I have a Nike Triax c6 and need to buy a chest strap replacement. Before I spend the $50 on it, I'd like to see what everyone thinks is the best one. I'm interested in monitoring the calories burned for my workouts. Which ones do y'all think are the best.
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Added new exercise to dull routing...
Okay y'all! I was bored with the same old, same old, so, I decided to try another form of exercise. CYCLING! I bought a 21 speed mountain bike yesterday. I did about a mile last evening and am about to head out again in a few minutes. What I'd like to know is if you all have any pointers for me. Any suggestions, you know,…
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HRMs and Pedometers
Does anyone know of a single unit that does both functions? I want an HRM but also would like a really good pedometer. Have about 4 and none are really any good...
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NOT A GOOD DAY!
:sad: Today went out the window! I'm so...aaaaaarrrrrggggghhhhh!!!!! My baby is REALLY leaving to go to college! We just bought him a truck! It seems so real now! Oh God, I thought I was ready but I've been binging since 3:00!!!!!!!!!!!:sad: :sad: :sad: :grumble: :grumble:
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HRMs
Okay. I have a Nike Triax c6 watch but I can't find the chest strap. How important IS an HRM when exercising?
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Peanut butter
Okay, here I go again. I checked out ALL the brands on the shelf. I mean ALL. Anyway, I decided on Smucker's Natural Creamy Peanut Butter. Only ingredients, peanuts & salt. Even though I bought it, I feel guilty because of the calories. Is it better to use the "regular" peanut butter instead of the "natural" because of the…
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I need a good wheat flour recipe
I bought some whole wheat flour and wanted to try to make some of my fav foods like muffins, waffles, pancakes. I buy the whole wheat waffles but I know it is enriched wheat...not the best...
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SCREAM
THAT'S IT, JUST SSSSCCCRRREEEEAAAAAMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Couscous
What do you all think about couscous? Is it healthy since it is pasta? l LOVE COUSCOUS! It seems so...innocent. I measure my serving and then I think, "I can have more. Look, it's just couscous!"
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Not sure if you can help me...
Lately, I've been having 1 tbsp. of creamy peanut butter every morning with Eggo Nutri-grain Low-fat waffles and 1 serving of Maple Grove No Sugar Syrup for breakfast with coffee or tea. THIS is my daily indulgence. I've only started doing this this past week. What are your thoughts on this? Am I setting myself up for…
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Need to know...
I love peanut butter but, even the "all natural" peanut butters are outrageous in their numbers. And, they are not THAT all natural. How can I indulge every so often without over-doing the numbers? I've been looking for almond butter but in my small town, no one even knows what I'm talking about. Any suggestions?
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How long?
How long should I wait to work out after a meal? My routine: Treadmill Pilates Slim in 6 (hopefully)
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What should I eat...
after a work out that will help keep my metabolism going? I was thinking of trying EAS Protein drink...
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Slim in 6'ers
Hey everyone! Today I started the Slim in 6 program. I've seen a lot of people on the message boards that are doing this program. I know that everyone is at different phases but, I was thinking (and hoping) that we could start a topic dedicated to our successes! Everyone being at different phases will help others who…
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Stuck
Y'all! I'm stuck at 140!!!! I can't brake my plateau!!!! What to do???
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Made a mess
Okay, so, yesterday I wanted to try to make chickpea burgers. I mixed: 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 can bush's blackeye peas, drained and rinsed Red onions Garlic cloves Red peppers about 1/2 cup panko crumbs It looks like hummus! It takes awful. I hate to throw it out. I KNOW you smart people can help me salvage…
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Chickpeas
Hey y'all. I have a can of chickpeas and I'd like to make veggie burgers with it. Any good recipes?
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Better than I ever imagined!
As some of you may know, my son was in an auto accident on Easter that left him with a broken neck. Long story short, I haven't been able to go to work (I work at our local high school) since before Easter. So, finally, I was able to return this week. Everyone expected me to return bigger than ever. You know how you eat…
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Smoothies
Hey y'all. I just bought 100% Soy Protein Booster powder today and some fresh fruit. I need a good recipe to make a healthy smoothy. I start work again on Monday and would like to be able to fix smoothies for my morning meal when I'm short on time. If you can share some and have the numbers, I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
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Fat is contagious?!!
Anyone see "The Doctors" episode yesterday? It was about the top ten contagious things. Guess what was number 1? Being/getting FAT! Yep. They said that being fat is contagious. You hang out with fat people, you get fat. You hang out with skinny people, you get skinny. If you think about the concept, I guess its true. I've…
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What do you think?
Okay guys & gals. I need some advice. For a little over a week, the joint in my right knee has been excruciating! I haven't stopped working out or anything. In fact, I've revved it up thinking I just needed to work it out. Not helping. I've taken Aleive for the pain but that doesn't help either. It just hurts! Any ideas…
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Cheesecake with ricotta
Anyone have a good, simple recipe for cheesecake using ricotta instead of cream cheese? Isn't it supposed to be healthier with ricotta?
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EZ Gym Resistence exercising
Hey y'all. I just got my EZ gym in Friday. I've done the "workout" that is on the DVD that came with it. The DVD really isn't that great. I would like to know you y'all have any suggestions for me. I have that c-section flappy-flap tummy that I'm trying so desparately to tone. Is it even possible?! :cry:
