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Should I Return my Polar HRM? frustrated
ugh This is the second week I have used it. It keeps givin me 700-730 calories burned in my Zumba and hip hop class. The heart rate readings average 180-89 with a max of 195-200. I'm at a loss on what to do. I'm not getting as high as 200. Never in class do I feel light headed. I'm working hard no doubt but not about to…
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730 calories burned in Zumba according to HRM??
Does that seem too high to anyone else?? Some details: I weigh 201. Average heart rate was 185. Maximum 200. Total time 52:51. When I walked out I was dripping in sweat. Does 730 sound right or do you think user error? I ask because with this I'm net 52 calories so obviously was not expecting this and I need to eat eat…
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Can you help me estimate calories please?
I went to an Italian restaurant today and had chicken ricotta raviolis in vodka sauce. There were 6 large pieces and I ate 4. I put in 1,000 quick calories. Does that sound about right?
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Elliptical vs. Spinning, your thoughts please
Sorry this might be all over the place. 1) Yesterday I entered in 45 minutes for the elliptical and according to MFP, I burned over 600 calories. I'm going with 500 as I was not wearing a HRM so I know the MFP calculation may not be accurate. According to MFP, doing spinning for the same amount of time is only 430+…
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Any thoughts on my workout plan for this week?
I joined a 12 week exercise study that restricted my exercise to the treadmill 3 times a week and various strength machines for 2 of those 3 days. The program is now over. I will be working with a trainer soon but until that gets scheduled I am on my own. I would say that my activity level is moderate. Tuesday (today):…
