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Fitness equipment
I just got a twist board. It's a circular stand on a pivot to improve balance and flexibility. Very cool. Anyone else have an interesting device?
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My HRM
Has not been giving me accurate readings of my workout since I started using it after a hiatus of a couple of months. Today, I checked the settings and it gave me an error message that I didn't understand and after fooling around with it for a while, I called Polar support (Polar FT7). They were super helpful. It turned…
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My newly replaced (and working) Jawbone Up
Just came today and I can already see that the original one was defective from the get go! Happy dance. ;-) The only thing is I lost all my pals, so if anyone remembers me or anyone else has a Jawbone activity tracker, message me so we can be friends.
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My before and afters
I thought I didn't have any before pictures, but found them in my trash folder of iphoto. Naturally. Anyway, I thought I looked pretty good in 2010, but I was really soft I see. I actually gained about 20 lb after that, in 2012, which is when I started here - and I don't have any images from then. These head shots start in…
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Finding love?
I'm sure this can go anywhere in this forum and that's fine. Just looking for conversation. ;) I'm over 60, in good shape, smart, reasonably attractive, active. I joined a couple of dating sites about 4 months ago and have only been on 2 dates. Most men my age are looking for women at least 10 years younger, if not more…
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Pole Dancing?
There's a pole dance studio in my neighborhood and I'm thinking of trying it. Has anyone done this. What should I expect the first time. I don't think I can hold myself up on a pole.
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Aqua fitness!
I'm so excited to have gotten involved with working out in the water. I haven't seen anyone post about aqua exercise, so I thought I'd the topic. I broke my leg about six weeks ago and am finally in a hinged compression support reintroducing ROM to my knee. I've been cleared for water exercise and will be starting on…
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Aqua Spin
Like regular spin - in the water and harder! Only one location in NYC, in TriBecA - Have seen it offered in LA.
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Recent NSVs
Yesterday I completed a Zumba Gold training class and got my certification. Years ago I was almost the same weight an thought about becoming a Jazzerzize instructor, but was discouraged by my instructor for not being thin enough and for not being a dancer.
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Bone Density - so frustrated
Tomorrow I have an appointment with a bone doctor because my gynecologist thought my bone density test warranted it. I do regular weight bearing exercises (and have for a few years), take calcium supplements and eat calcium rich foods. My last bone density showed a 5% chance of breaking a hip and a 28% possibility of…
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French toast
Today, I couldn't find my cinnamon so I used curry powder for my french toast. Mmm!
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Staying fit during broken leg
I broke my leg yesterday and will be on crutches for two months. I can't put any weight on my leg. I'm getting a lot of upper body workout, but don't want to lose the muscle on my legs - especially the broken one. I can't bend the leg because the break is at the knee end of the tibia. I usually go to classes, but that's…
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Body Fat % Question
I have tried all the body fat calculators online and they consistently give me a 23 or so body fat result, but I have been doing strength training for two years and even in maintenance have been steadily losing inches and clothing size. So what constitutes a lower body fat %? I never lose any weight even though I've been…
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Have to lose some weight again ;-/
I just got weighed today on a reliable scale (dr.'s office) and it looks like I've put on about 5 pounds in the past month. I'm a bit perplexed because I believe I've been at a deficit, espcially since I'm really active. However, my logging has been erratic so I started being more accurate. I also changed from logging my…
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New Maintenance Goal
I had lost about 5 pounds when I was diagnosed with silent reflux due to a bunch of food limitations. Now that it's under control, my weight seems to have stabilized at my original goal of 128. However, I'm now at 19% body fat and I wear a size 6 or small in most brands, so I think that the number is relatatively minor in…
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Jawbone/MFP Problems
I log about 14 - 15,000 steps a day, but MFP doesn't pick it up. Everything is connected, but it seems not to be recognizing my activity. I've tried disconnectind and reconnecting with no change. Any experience with this? I'll only have this problem for another six months when I switch to the apple watch, but it's reallly…
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New Polar Loop - Blegh!
I ordered a Polar Loop device from Overstock and just got it today. It's huge! I don't think it would fit anyone. When I talked to them, they said that's the only size it comes in. If I wear it I will lose it. I am returning it and am pissed that they charge shipping for returns. Has anyone had this problem? Is this thing…
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Today's NSV
I have a new body and a new career (As a fitness instructor and personal trainer). Check me out; I have 18.6% bodyfat! Yesterday I got a new "do!" Heres my new profile picture with my fantastic stylist. I am so pleased with it.
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Batwings and Saddlebags!
I'm here to report that change is possible! After two years of weight loss, working out (six classes a week combo of stength training and cardio), and maintenance, I have lost both my arm batwings and the saddlebags of my thighs. It's a perk! I just noticed it this month. Gone. If you think it's not possible at your age,…
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Activity Tracker?
I just received the Polar Loop I ordered and, if it is supposed to be a wrist device, it is incredibly large for anyone's wrist. I called Overstock and they said that was the only size it came in, so I am returning it. I think I will wait until apple comes out with one, since all my other devices are Apple and I have been…
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Reflux
Last winter I had a sore throat and a cough for about a week. The sore throat went away, but the cough lingered for about five months before I finally made a doctor's apptment. She sent me to an ENT who did a test of looking up my nose and diagnosing silent reflux (no symptoms). So the cure process is some medication,…
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Kettle Bell?
I just bought a 10lb Kettle Bell at one of my local discount clothing stores because it was only $10. I'm planning on starting a weight training program in October - delay due to other plans and then a planned cataract operation. but until my operation, I thought I'd replace some strength training cardio classes with this…
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Breakfast Quinoa for four days
I found this recipe on FlipBoard on the net and altered it to not have nuts or strawberries (I have reflux and those are off my approved list), plus added protein powder. It makes four servings, which means you only prepare it once, so ths relatively short prep is only necessary once. I'm going to make it tomorrow morning.…
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Oops! I don't weigh enough.
I never thought I'd have this issue. I was moderately overweight when I sarted with MFP. 155lb, 5'4", age 67. I was a yo yo dieter when younger, but had pretty much stabilized except for the year my mom started deteriorating. My goal was 127 - 132. When I got there, I started maintenance. Good. No problem there. But I…
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Setting maintenance with MFP
I. Am unsure of this setting. When I let MFP SET MY MAINTENANCE calories and I input my exercise times: do I still log my exercises, or I are those calories included in the daily calorie goal?
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NSV!
I'm in maintenance, but my body is still changeing. I tried on a pair ofsize six pants in the Gap today and the waist was way too big! Also I'm now wearing a small tank top for exercise instead of a meeting, but I haven't changed boob sizes. ;-)
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Lost my Fitbit in my apartment
I have looked everywhere! Well, obviously not everyhere because then I would have found it. I thought I put it o the shelf over my bed last night, cut it's not there. I have a small placee. Any ideas where I might look?
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Finding the man of your dreams online?
I just watched a TED talk about online dating. https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_webb_how_i_hacked_online_dating It was funny and rang true. I'm actually wondering if I'm approaching it wrong rather than there not being anyone there. So, are any of you having luck in this approach? I have tried Match.com and OurTime.com. I…
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Freinds: What's the right Amount!
I think I've reached my limit in friends on MFP. Don't have time to reallly get to know everyone that I come in contact with who request friendship. I feel like I would like more depth and less quantity.. How does everyone handle having increased number of friends on MFP? What is too many? How do you decide wha's enough?…
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Recent NSVs
I went shopping this weekend and six months into maintenance plus continued regular exercising, I'm finally losing inches. I went to two different stores, looking for things in my usual size 8 or medium and they were too big! I was hesitant to try a smaller size, but I ended up getting this beautiful dress in Small as well…