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Amputee swimmer here
Hi, Little about me: I have been a swimmer since I was a kid and competed up through high school. I became an amputee (no left leg) in my early 20's... I left swimming for a long time, but have picked it up several years ago while needing a low-impact exercise. I can still do a decent IM, but my Fly lacks the kick. :)…
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hand cycle - Calories burned vigorus 5 mile?
I am switching over to my Hand cycle for the summer from lap swimming (as long as it's not raining). Any idea on how to figure calories on that? It's all upper shoulder/arm rotation. Mostly flat 12-16 mph. I'm guessing 500 calories for 5 miles, but I am twice as tired compared to swimming so it's probably off. any ideas? DG
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Crunchy snack veggie bowl
On Sunday's I have been making large bowl of crunchy veggies for the week. These veggies give me some grazing snacks during the evening or before I leave for work in the morning on Monday. Things I have put in the bowl (seasonal). Sliced Cucumber (leaving skin on in strips when I peel before slicing... the skin Cherry…
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Mashed potatoes with Cauliflower
Finally tried this last night. Cut up head of Cauliflower, then filled the rest of the pot with diced potatoes... maybe 2 lbs. Boiled like usual till soft, then drained. I added some skim milk and some "Can't believe it's not butter" (maybe 2-3 TBSP) and some salt (several shakes). My son did not taste any difference, and…
