Hi all, I moved back to Africa and the internet here is very slow and MFP takes FOREVER to load a page. I plan to check in when I can, but it may not be often. I am proud to have lost 2 more lbs and logging my foods has really helped me to stay aware of my intake. Once I'm back at work, the internet there may be better--…
Thin4Payton's sleep thread reminded me that I've seen it said in several articles that getting a good night's sleep can help you lose weight because your metabolism will work more effectively. I've read or skimmed a number of articles that make a lot of sweeping statements. A lot of them promise that by ADDING certain…
The number of calories burned given by the database here is about 200/hour for Yoga. Seems to be low. It's probably for Hatha Yoga, where you hold mountain pose for a full minute, etc. But the type I do is challenging, I sweat and my muscles are trembling and my breathing and heart rate are definitely elevated. It feels to…
Here's my plan: I'm going to eat yummy Christmas food (and be thankful). And, I'm going to rely on self-discipline to not totally blow it. I mean, one cookie decorated by my darling niece isn't going to kill me. I'm not completely ditching the diet for the day, just not counting calories but definitely watching portions.…
Hello to all! I'm 51 and over the last 3 years have lost control of my weight and gained almost 40 lbs. I live and work in a high-stress environment and need to stay healthy and strong to deal with it better! For the last 6 months I've been exercising regularly; walking, jogging, Pilates and yoga (Yogea ArtFlow is my…
