When I first started this journey, I decided to weigh and measure only once a month. In my past, when I would weigh often, the losses would be so small, or non-existent, that I would become discourage…
I have my macros set for 40% carbs, 30% fat, and 30% protein. Over the past few weeks, (as shown on the graph on the Android app), I am coming in closer to 40% carbs, 40% fat, and 20% protein. I still…
I am currently right around 250 pounds and my UGW is around 140. I have recently started heavy lifting and using more free weights, in addition to some cardio and eating at a deficit. I'm just wonderi…
I just recently started lifting more and using more free weights (as opposed to machines), and I have been looking at heart rate monitors. Do those track accurately for lifting? Or is there another de…
I'm sick! Ugh! I have a stuffy nose, with lots of drainage, a sore throat, steady, but not deep cough, and I have practically no energy. I am over on my calories for today, but still well under for th…
Hey all... Next week, I am going on a trip, and I need advice. My friend and I are leaving after work on Thursday, driving to Pittsburgh from southwestern Virginia. Spend the night Thursday and day Fr…
I am really due a rest day. I haven't had one in well over a week, and I have been hitting it really hard every day. I was planning to take one today, but I took my daughter to Shoney's Breakfast Buff…
I had never used an elliptical before, and the other day at the gym, I gave it a try. I lasted maybe 3 minutes. The muscles in my thighs were burning so badly, I couldn't take it. So I tried it again …
I am fairly new to MFP, and I am wondering what your opinions are on how I am doing so far. I know I am by no means perfect, but, from those of you who have done this for a while and had successes, wh…
