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Does this calorie burn seem high?
I wear a Polar FT4 that I've had for a while (with chest strap). I've been doing 50-60 minutes at 3.5-3.9 miles per hour on the treadmill. My height and weight are programmed into the Polar, 5'6 and 211. I'm getting 500 plus calorie burns. Does this seem possible? I don't eat at least an hour before going to make sure…
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Friends w/ Similar Stats
Hello! I'm always looking for friends w/ similar stats so I can get a really good idea of what I'll look like as I progress or see what has worked for women similar to myself. I'm 5'6, 27 years old, and have been a member of MFP since 2013. I started at 242 lbs and currently bounce between 203 and 211. I work a desk job…
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In Progress and Feeling Good
At this point in my trip down weight loss lane, I'm 37 lbs down and feeling better. I still have so much work left to do, and I struggle daily with ups and downs and setbacks, but major changes have occurred in my life lately, and I'm so glad to see a difference in my health and appearance. Here's to smashing more goals…
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What's For Breakfast Today?
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30 Lb Mark
I've finally hit 30 lbs lost since my highest weight. 13.8 lbs to go until my next goal. I'm thiiiiiiis close to fitting in the next size pants down, and I wore a shirt this week I didn't used to be able to get buttoned. Hoping to have another 7lbs off by the end of April! There's a major change in my eating habits, and I…
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NSV-Nail Biting
While not directly related to weight loss, I've been a nail biter my whole life. It ties into nervous energy/anxiety I possess which also transfers into binge eating. My goal this year has been to use exercise and food logging to alleviate stress instead of allowing food to be a main cause of stress. Doing this will bring…
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Looking for New Friends With Similar Starting Point and Goals
Hello! I'm reaching out for any ladies who are starting at a similar weight/height as me and would like to be friends. I'm also open to any new friends, period! A little about me: I'm 5'6, 27 years old Starting weight was 242 and I am now sitting at 220 My current goal is to see 215, then 199, and ultimately 160 Once I…
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Polar FT4 Seems to Be Giving High Calorie Count
I use a Polart FT4 (which has a chest strap) and my stats are accurately entered. 220, 5'6, 26 yrs old, max hr is set. Yesterday, I did 45 mins on the treadmill alternating between 3 and 3.5 mph and got a calorie burn of 580. That seems excessively high. Any idea why I would get such a high reading?
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Counting Calories for the Week Vs Each Day
My daily calorie goal is 1300 which would give me a weekly goal of 9100 calories (net). I've started looking at my week as whole rather than just daily so that if I go over my calories on a day I can balance out the rest of the week and still only net 9100 calories per 7 days. My question is: Is this still an effective way…
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Biometrics NSV!
I got my biometric ratings back from our test for work health insurance and my blood sugar went down 14 points from last year! I went from borderline to right in the middle of normal and I'm super excited. Diabetes has always been a worry of mine when I became overweight, but I'm really happy to see that I've made good…
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Calorie Counting Machine in Testing Phase
http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2014/07/15/331402697/calorie-counting-machine-may-make-dieting-easier-in-the-future "The device uses microwaves and scales to measure food. You simply place it over your plate and it shows you how much energy is in what you're about to eat. "We have the weight of the food and the proportion…
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The Fat Magnet
Whaaaa?
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Daily Dose of Motivation
Two pics I keep close at hand that are absolute motivation for me:
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Zucchini and Yellow Squash Noodles
Last night I made zucchini and yellow squash noodles with sautéed chicken and tomatoes topped with a little parmesan cheese. I used a Brieftons Spiral Slicer: Stainless Steel Vegetable Spiralizer which basically makes two different sizes of julienne. I got it off Amazon for $20. I took four chicken breasts and chopped them…
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30 Day Nap Challenge
Do you have what it takes?
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Office Mantra
I have this quote up in my office to remind myself that just because I sit at a desk does not mean I should mindlessly snack all day. I get bored staring at my computer and want to munch out and I just look at this, say it three times, and move on. I keep a 32oz bottle of water on my desk all day too. Good thing I'm right…
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My First Official NSV
Purchased a shirt a few months ago and couldn't get it buttoned over my boobs and it was so strained over my belly it looked ridiculous! Officially wearing said shirt today comfortably. In fact, soon it will be too big!
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Disillisioned Co-Worker Rant
My coworker is the same age as me and overweight with PCOS. She has very, very poor childish eating habits. She doesn't eat any veggies, ever. She eats out 2-3 meals a day and these meals consist of burgers, fries, pizza, fried chicken, etc every time. Her pallet is very limited, and when she cooks at home it is a plain…
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Food Scale/Easter Sunday
I will be eating lunch at my parent's house on Easter Sunday. Food is always indulgent and delicious, and this time I've decided to take my food scale and weigh my portions. I'd like to get as accurate of a calorie count as I can (while knowing I will be going over) so I can continue to get a good grasp on portions, and…
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Article I Stumbled Across: Calorie Vs Calorie
http://www.youbeauty.com/nutrition/everything-in-moderation?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc Read the article...The name is "Why Eating 'Everything in Moderation' is a Total Myth" A sample.. "Why You're Fat: Because Eating "Everything in Moderation" is a Total Myth You can chow down on those Cheetos as long as you log an…
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Garbage Soup
I made this over the weekend so I would have something low cal and delicious to eat all week for lunch. Any variations are acceptable! It came out to around 105 cals/ one cup serving. Many of the ingredients I used were organic, however that is completely up to you! 4 Large Carrots One Large Yellow Onion 4 Large Celery…
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Strength Training While Eating at a Deficit
I've read several times that you cannot gain muscle while eating at a deficit. If this is the case, what are the benefits of doing strength training while trying to lose weight? I currently do four 30 min sessions of strength exercises per week with a trainer. I also walk at a 3.5 to 4 mi pace for 45 mins several times a…
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Beyond Unsupportive: Wednesday Morning Rant
My 'as of this upcoming Saturday moving out ex" had some very nasty things to say this weekend/week that just blow my mind. Thank god he's not on the lease and hasn't paid March rent yet- 3 years of wtf was I thinking. I've been working my butt off for the past two months on diet and exercise, really putting the effort in…
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Changing Your Activity Level
At what point would exercise become routine enough to change my activity level from sedentary to light? I work a desk job and currently work out 4 days a week. I'm set at sedentary. I don't imagine I will be changing that anytime soon, but is there a point when that exercise becomes so routine I would want to change my…
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Fitness Instructor On Facebook
So, I didn't really think this fit in the category of any constructive forum, and it is more a rant than anything so I decided to post it here. This girl I am friends with posted the following status to Facebook: "Ok. Weekend, you defeated me. 2 weeks to get the Mexico body! Shakes, Juice, Shakes, Fruit, Shakes, Veggies,…
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MFP Ads Want Me to Eat What?
This was the ad on the sidebar of my MFP this morning. What the hell is that! The newest diet fad is to eat a love glove?
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On the Language of Eating "Clean"
I found the following to be an interesting explanation on some of the implications of using the word "clean" as a description of food choices: “When you tell someone their food is dirty, even by implication, you **** all over their own body autonomy, issues of class and access, cultural food traditions, their own tastes…
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GIF War Time
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Fat Girl Care Package
As a reward to myself, I'm making a "Fat Girl Care Package" as a treat. Mine is including: Hypershred Joint Fuel by Twinlab Enell Sportsbra Soap and Glory Sit Tight Intense XS Firming Cream These are some pricier items I've been wanting on this journey to slenderland. What would be in your "care package"?
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How To Eat Organic on a Budget
I came across this link earlier today. Some of it is redundant. Some of it is helpful and interesting. Some of it I may never do. Oh well, it's just some info. Take from it what you will. http://foodbabe.com/2013/05/20/how-to-eat-organic-on-a-budget/
