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Fellow Basis Peak Users?
I'm a former Fitbit user. Love FBs but have a knack for losing them and didn't replace the last one. Today I got a Basis Peak but the community of users doesn't seem anywhere near as large as FitBit. Any fellow Basis Peak users here in MFP? I've only had it a day but love it so far. Nice, big display, I like the little…
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Snack Strategies, Here's Mine, What's Yours?
I was thinking about snacking strategies in the store today. I try to opt for healthy snacks like fruit, yogurt, nuts, etc., but I let myself have some of the decadent stuff, like Oreos or a chocolate bar, too so I don't start feeling deprived. In theory, I work it into my daily calories. Problem is, if I keep something…
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What Do You Collect?
I thought it might be fun to find out what everyone collects and if there are any unusual collections our there. As my avatar implies, I collect comedy/tragedy masks. They were popular in my mid-century modern growing up years, and we had a pair that I loved when I was really young. I don't know what happened to them, but…
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Let's Be Email Buddies for Accountability
I enjoy watching my friends feed and find it very motivating, but I'd love to take things to a more personal level. If anyone is interesting in emailing (via MFP messaging) a couple of times a week for mutual support/motivation/accountability, please drop me a line and let's do it! A little bit about me: I'm a married…
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My Basis Peak Review
I've had my Basis Peak for a week and a half now, so I wanted to share a quick review for those who might be considering it for Christmas. This is coming from a former Fitbit user who loved her FBs but didn't replace her last Flex when she lost it. I was planned to wait for the FB with heart rate monitor but have up since…
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4 Reasons Why I Resolve NOT to Resolve
The New Year is less than a week away, and people with a case of the post-holiday guilts for indulging in all those tempting goodies, or those looking for a reason to finally take the fitness goal plunge are busily making New Years resolutions: "I resolve to sign up for the health club and go three days a week." "I resolve…
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C25K Repeating Weeks to Build Yourself Up?
I plan to start C25K within the next week or two (building myself up with brisk walks), but all the programs are 8 to 9 weeks and as a chubby, out of shape mid-century model with a finicky knee, I know I'm going to struggle when it kicks up in intensity. Has anyone done modifications to repeat the weeks rather than…
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Couple Questions About Piyo
I'm planning to get Piyo as a supplement to C25K. The jogging will be enough impact for my old legs, so it looks like Piyo will work me out without further battering my joints. Is that accurate? I found some threads here about it but not a lot, especially not with older adults working it. Second, has anyone bought it on…
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Saddest Song You've Ever Heard
I was at the grocery store the other day and "100 Years to Live" by Five for Fighting came on the Muzak. I'd forgotten just what a sad song that is, especially if you're pushing the mid-century mark like me, because it really reminds you of your own mortality and limited time. Add in the video and it's even worse:…
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Any Teachers (any level & especially online) in the House?
I know it's a diverse group here, and I'm curious to see if there are other teachers. I teach undergrad psychology myself, but with a twist: I teach online. I started out as an adjunct and now do it full time. I'm especially curious if there are other online instructors here at MFP, either college or grade school/high…
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Any Other Women Going Through the Dreaded "Change?"
I love all the great support here, and I've found many kindred souls. I know there are others here in my age group struggling to get rid of that dreaded middle age weight gain, but how about ladies going through that miserable time known as the "change of life?" Yeah, it's a change all right! I hate the hot flashes and…
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When Did You Start to Go Gray, and When Did it Take Over?
This is a question for the vintage models here at MFP. At what age did your hair start to gray? And when did the gray finally take over? I'm curious as I head toward my 50th birthday in a couple of months, with plenty of visible gray hairs but not enough to pull out the dye bottle yet. I won't hesitate to color my hair…
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Health Club Accountability, Join and GO
After two days of confusion over getting the corporate rate, I'm finally officially a health club member. I have to go at least 48 times by Dec. 31 to get reimbursement from my insurance company, which means 2-3 times a week. Money is a good motivator for me, especially when added to my motivation to lose my mid-life extra…
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Flashing LED Lights on Swim Goggles?
I'm hoping avid swimmers here can solve a mystery for me, as I'm not finding much information online. I do water jogging regularly in the health club lap pool, and the other day I noticed that the swimmer in the lane next to me had flashing red LED lights on his swim goggles. That was a first for me. Is there some purpose?…
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Anyone Doing Les Mills BodyFlow?
I found threads on most Les Mills classes, but almost nothing on BodyFlow. The online info says it burns more then 300 calories, which made me skeptical, but I took the class today and was dripping with sweat by the end. Granted, I'm 50 and have been an exercise slacker for a couple of years now, but boy did it make me…
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D'oh! Minor Glitch in my Motivation Plans
After being sedentary due to a crazy work schedule for two years, I now have a stable job and am back on track. My main excuse for not exercising before was, "I'm too busy, I'll do it later," which morphed into, "Oh no, I ran out of time. I'll do it tomorrow...really, I will." Now my new insurance covers part of my health…
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Dog Lovers! Is Your Dog an Exercise Motivator?
Having totally slacked off with exercise over the past couple of years, having to walk my dog is probably the only thing that's kept me doing a bit of regular exercise and not ending up with even more extra pounds than I already gained. He's a little guy, but he loves to walk, so I'm committing to a nice, long walk with…
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Which Health Club to Join?
My new insurance will reimburse me $200 per year for health club membership, provided I go at least once a week, so I'm using this as motivation to get off my butt and out to a club. Now I have to decide which one to join. I'm a squishy 50 year old woman in moderate shape who needs 35 pounds. I'd mainly use the treadmill…
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Flabby 50 yr old diving in
I already dove in with a question about health clubs, so I should probably introduce myself. I found this forum when I was searching for information on clubs and just love all the other information and opportunities for support. I'm a 50 year old married woman just starting a brand-new job and also moving to a new house…
