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HRM Doubts
So after looking at various workouts and their "calorie stats" for an average individual, I am wondering if my HRM is giving me too high of a caloric burn. Does anyone else know how accurate it really is? Is BodyMedia more accurate than the HRM? My heart rate is about 85 bpm during resting state and if I were to wear it…
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IUD and BC Question
Hey ladies, I am considering getting the Paraguard instead of being on regular BC pills because they are making me bloat so terribly and, quite frankly, we have run out of options on pills to try as I have tried most of them. What is your suggestion as far as this goes? Does anyone have the Paraguard? Do you like it? Have…
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Heart Rate Monitors????
Hey everyone, I am looking at buying a heart rate monitor. But I am hesitating due to the chest strap. I was considering the armband one, but it is supposedly terrible for battery life. So, do you have to wash the chest strap? Is it uncomfortable when sweaty? Is it accurate? Does anyone have a favorite brand or specific…
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Birth Control and Bloating =o(
So I fluctuate greatly and can't seem to find a birth control that doesnt cause me to gain weight. I am getting discouraged. Does anyone have any suggestions? I am so tired of feeling icky and bloated and fat cuz of this stupid hormone crap! Lizzy
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Do Protein Shakes Make You Gain Weight??
So can protein make you gain weight? I have been drinking Bluebonnet which has 26 grams of protein and no fat and only like 6 carbs and no sugar. I feel like I may have gained weight on it. But with only 120 something calories I didnt think this was possible. Does anyone know anything about this? =o) Lizzy
