04-13-2015 11:06 - last edited on 11-10-2021 15:47 by AlessFitbit
04-13-2015 11:06 - last edited on 11-10-2021 15:47 by AlessFitbit
I am the exact same weight as I was when I got my Flex 3 1/2 months ago!
How about you?
I'm hoping with Spring here and Summer around the corner, that my walking will increase.
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01-28-2018 15:41 - last edited on 09-17-2019 11:14 by AlvaroFitbit
01-28-2018 15:41 - last edited on 09-17-2019 11:14 by AlvaroFitbit
Good for you, that is a nice sustainable result.
And good for your 5K on NY's I remember watching on TV how cold it was in
NYC that day.
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02-01-2018 15:45
02-01-2018 15:45
Excellent advice. The quality of the food we eat makes a huge difference in managing weight. Get off processed foods and eat only Whole Foods goes a long way. I am doing Keto along with my Fitbit and I've lost 22 pounds in a month and a half.
02-01-2018 16:06
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02-02-2018 11:58
02-02-2018 11:58
Hi I walk and use the elliptical each an hour per day. Started at 250 at Christmas (when I got the fitbit) down to 235 now. I consume 1800 calories a day. So far, so good.
02-02-2018 12:02
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02-04-2018 00:49
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02-04-2018 06:09
02-04-2018 06:09
At 1800 calories a day I have no deprivation. I eat a lot of green stuff ( I grow my own micro greens), eat very little processed food and even have room most days for an IPA at the end of the day.
02-05-2018 09:36
02-05-2018 09:36
Hi all, have owned my fit bit for about 17 days now. Best $120 I've spent in a long time. Love the reminders and the goal setting. A little structure and commitment goes a long way. Started at 198 pounds and set a goal of two pounds a week, with a goal to get to 185. I weighed in at 193.6 this morning. Couldn't be happier. With respect to diet and exercise, you have to find what works for you. For exercise, I set a goal of 12,000 steps a day, which is for the most part, manageable for me(there are some times in in my bedroom at 10 pm at night trying to knock out the last 1,000 steps). I hit the gym 4 times a week for light circuit training and treadmill, elliptical, keeps me toned and feeling good.
Dieting: Again this is trying to find the right balance of what works for you based on your metabolism.
Here's what works for me:
1. Drink plenty of water (I've been sticking with the 64 oz. a day).
2. I minimize my intake of carbs, when I eat them I eat them in the morning or for lunch, never dinner.
3. Drink water, not sodas.
4. I eat my dinner (protein and vegetables) no later than 6 pm.
5. Drink more Water
6. Two pieces of 90% cocoa chocolate each day
7. On weekend I have one day I eat and drink whatever I want, when I want, this prevents me from bingeing.
8. If you have a craving, don't deny your self, go ahead and eat it, but find some sort of exercise to offset the calories.
At the end of the day this is not a sprint but a marathon, start small, and make minor changes, until good habits become routine. Have fun, be grateful for the good things you have in your life, and stay positive!!
Good luck to all.
02-05-2018 10:49
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02-05-2018 10:58 - last edited on 09-17-2019 11:14 by AlvaroFitbit
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Your path looks so close to mine. I need to add the chocolate though. I
have done my 12K/day for almost 500 straight days. I just keep plugging
along.
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02-05-2018 11:14
02-05-2018 11:14
Good to hear Mike. Yes, the chocolate curbs my sweet tooth and I get the added health benefits, just eat it in moderation (I have two squares a day). Also, I try to knock out about 25,000 steps on my sanity day on the weekend when I eat/drink what I want. Keeps me honest. Enjoy the journey .
Eric
02-05-2018 12:33
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02-05-2018 12:37 - last edited on 09-17-2019 11:17 by AlvaroFitbit
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25K? Oh Mufassa!
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02-05-2018 12:42
02-05-2018 12:42
Hi Frannie,
yes, the chocolate is my guilty pleasure, only after I've finished my workouts and steps. Enjoy the day.
Eric
02-19-2018 12:04
02-19-2018 12:04
I started 3 weeks ago and I've lost 10lbs. I haven't stuck to a diet but have tried to improve since being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Praying for results
02-19-2018 12:55 - last edited on 09-17-2019 11:17 by AlvaroFitbit
02-19-2018 12:55 - last edited on 09-17-2019 11:17 by AlvaroFitbit
If you continue on your journey, it will make a difference in your blood
sugar, pressure, and pulse. It has made an enormous difference to me.
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02-19-2018 12:58
02-19-2018 12:58
02-19-2018 13:04
02-19-2018 13:04
Frannie, luv those baby carrots too! Eating some while I type.
02-19-2018 13:13
02-19-2018 13:13
I’m in the same exact boat
i have a month to turn it around if I want to avoid meds
02-19-2018 15:54
02-19-2018 15:54
Good luck on your journey for health and fitness
@Carezywrote:I started 3 weeks ago and I've lost 10lbs. I haven't stuck to a diet but have tried to improve since being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Praying for results