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Dual Trainer Elliptical Cycles?
I have and use one of these, more for standing elliptical style than cycling, but I'm currious. Does the standing elliptical style on this machine still burn as many calories as the "Elliptical Trainer" option on MFP indicates? Or do I need to adjust the approximate calorie burn?
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A question for cardio buffs
This past week, I've been trying to do at least 12 minutes of cardio every day. 12 minutes a day for a week is my goal this week and so far I'm meeting it. That may not seem like much to some, but it's a great start for me; especially considering I'm not able to be very active during the day. I really had to push myself to…
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So, I heard cardio can make you flabby?
I've heard that more than 40 straight minutes of cardio can actually destroy muscle mass if you don't weight train along with it. So, question one: is this really true? Question two: if it's true, is it better to do your cardio in small spurts so breakdown doesn't happen? I live nowhere near a gym and have very little room…
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Taking vitamins
Ok, I work as an elementary school secretary and am a part-time student. We had a snow-day last Friday, so I thought it'd be a great time to try to eat so I get all my nutrients without the help of vitamins. Oh my lord... I feel like I've done nothing but eat for three days. I usually don't eat more than once or twice a…
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Just curious
Should I keep my sugar and sodium levels where they are, or should I adjust them? What do the rest of you suggest to do with the auto-set goals? I've already set my protien/carb/fat goal to 40/30/30%
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New and looking for motivation friends
Hey guys! My husband and I have been eating Paleo since December 1st and I've lost nearly 20lbs so far! (he's lost about 25) I'm thrilled with the results so far, not only with the weight loss, but the abundance of energy and new quality of sleep I'm getting. I'm eager to share recipies and meet new friends traveling the…
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Usually under my calorir goal, but not hungry
OK, so I'm on a low Carb, gluten and dairy free diet. Been on it since Dec. 1 and feel better than I ever have. I'm eating well and not depriving myself of food, but most days I still don't meet my calorie goal. It is set for 1200. I'm eating a lot of protein and red meats as well as a pretty good variety of fruits and…
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Paleo diet, anyone?
I was informed about an eating lifestyle called the Paleo diet. After some research, my husband and I decided to try of out. We started on the 1st of December and have had great success so far. The weight loss is mearly an added bonus for me, what I truly love about it is all the energy I have now and the high quality of…
