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Odyssey13 · ‎01-20-2014

Which device you use?

Odyssey13 · ‎01-20-2014

this article explains how click

Odyssey13 · ‎01-20-2014

Not sure I understand what you're asking. Climbing stairs will burn more calories, which is good.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-20-2014

Here is a thread where a few of us were discussing it. click to read

Odyssey13 · ‎01-19-2014

Read this thread. You're not alone.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-19-2014

Welcome to the FitBit forums, Cathy. Think your husband might want to join you in the new world of stepping? You'll love this place and your new FitBit.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-18-2014

Laura, I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one is hard enough without trying to lose weight at the same time. Now you're with a wonderful community. I know several here have said they have a lot of weight to lose, Once they see this, I'm sure they will be posting here. The FitBit sure does get a person going, doesn't it? You find little ways to push yourself into more steps like walking around the store longer, parking further from the door, taking extra steps doing laundry or just about anything else. You can do this, Laura. You started this journey and now you're with others who are stepping right along with you. Welcome to the forums of FitBit!

Odyssey13 · ‎01-18-2014

Here is a thread where a few of us were discussing it. click to read

Odyssey13 · ‎01-17-2014

You can change your password on your personal info page. click here.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-17-2014

Yes. Many of us count any liquid we drink in the water category. Read this thread and see what SpikedHolly said.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-17-2014

Good husband! Does he have a One, too?

Odyssey13 · ‎01-17-2014

SpikedHolly, thanks for sharing that!

Odyssey13 · ‎01-17-2014

Many of us do count coffee, tea, juice, milk, whatever liquid we consume. If you're keeping track of calories, be sure to count the creamer and sugar.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-17-2014

This article should help to explain.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-16-2014

It might be worth it to see another doctor since you know you're eating clean. You're young and you shouldn't have this going on unless you have a known medical problem that would cause this. Acid reducers work if you have an acid problem but you're feeling nauseated, so I'd probably suggest you try a probiotic. There are many products out there but generally they put the good bacteria into your digestive system.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-16-2014

Read this tread. It's some of the forum women around sixty years of age. Welcome to FitBit!

Odyssey13 · ‎01-13-2014

You're not alone. Don't ever feel that you are, because this community is supportive and many are fighting their own battles. Losing 22 pounds last year was great, so you have the ability to lose it. Don't kick yourself for gaining some back, because you're here and ready to make positive changes in your life. For myself, in losing weight, it began with keeping a food journal. Every bite of food, I write down. I started walking more and making myself get up and move around when I didn't want to budge. The Flex has helped me in getting more active as I want see my steps increase daily. Portion control is important. What I thought was a half cup was often over a cup. If you're counting calories, keep watch on those portions. Substitute water for soda or switch over to diet ones. Learn to read the nutritional ingredients of whatever you buy at the store or eat out. One thing that helped me going out to eat was checking the mentu online. Some restaurants include the calories and other information on their website. Knowing what you can eat and staying within your calories will help. You probaably already know to watch those carbs. You'll get lots of advice here and people sharing their stories. It's a wonderful community and we're all making 2014 the best year ever. You've only just begun, but posting here was a good start.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-13-2014

When I'm hungry, I get some tea and toast. Celery works too - anything that crunches and helps me know I'm actually eating. Sometimes it's harder than others. If you somehow get busy doing something else, you might forget being hungry.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-13-2014

Don't be so hard on yourself. Losing weight is not always easy. You're making changes in your life and you're committed to making a difference. Read this thread and see if any suggestions might help you.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-13-2014

Everyone is different in their goals and what they want to achieve. Most doctors say we should walk 10,000 steps, the equivalent of five miles, per day. The default on my Flex is 10,000 steps. You can set the goal higher or lower, adjusting it for your individual needs.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-13-2014

Everyone is different. I have mine set to sensitive and non-dominant hand. My sleep varies, but I move around at night, adjusting my blanket, checking the clock, turning on the radio, etc and it all adds up to restlessness or being awake, so that is why my percentage can be lower. Read this article on how sleep is tracked. It might help you understand it a bit more. click You shouldn't be so tired, so maybe a trip to see your doctor would be in order. At least the doctor could rule out the usual things which could account for being tired.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-13-2014

Last night I was restless and awake, but that seems normal for me. There is an article explaining sleep tracking. You can read it by clicking here. Several others have expressed amazement at their results and have posted. It seems many of us use the sensitive setting on the tracker. I do. If you're concerned about your sleep, you can always check with your doctor or your health insurance nurse. Welcome to the forums.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-12-2014

In the Log, under sleep, on the website. I see a percentage, in a box in the sleep area near the restless and awake.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-12-2014

Look at the Log's sleep section. @SeeleyAnne wrote: I would also like to know how you guys are seeing a percentage of your sleep?

Odyssey13 · ‎01-12-2014

Don't be kicking yourself for not making your goal. It isn't always easy for some of us. Sometimes when you want to lose weight, your weight seems to shift. You might lose inches from one area and not see the weight change. Try measuring yourself and see if that might be the case. Keep working out and dont give up.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-09-2014

Thanks for sharing. Many have asked about this - most taking water aerobics.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-09-2014

Wow, you do sleep well. Poor cat!

Odyssey13 · ‎01-09-2014

You'd log it as an activity. click to learn how.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-09-2014

There is never enough time, but with the FitBit, it seems we all want to do more! Here is a great thread to read and see the tips from other members. click to read.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-09-2014

Normal is different for all of us. I'm a light sleeper and have mine set to sensitive and non-dominant hand. Most nights I have a better percentage and more hours, but it seems about right. My log from last night: 63% efficient Last night 4h 6minasleep You were awake for 7 mins (2x) and restless for 160 mins (15x)

Odyssey13 · ‎01-08-2014

You will need to havde that entered as an activity. Probably best not to take the Force into the water.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-08-2014

Steff, you're right. I did forget to add that it's like a statin drug, which is why the doctor said it was an acceptable alternative. The doctor also said that it didn't always work for everyone.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-07-2014

Read this article on adding an activity.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-07-2014

Your husband is fortunate to have such a caring wife. Diet and exercise can do a lot. When my husband was told he needed to go on medication for high cholesterol, he asked if there was a more natural alternative. He started taking Red Yeast Rice before he went to bed each night. It has helped him when diet and exercise weren't getting the numbers low enough. Cholesterol is in so many things we use on a daily basis. If he drinks coffee, it's in the creamers or milk. He's getting more than the recommended daily cholesterol in two eggs. Even turkey burgers have cholesterol in it. The key is to begin substituting when you can - egg substitutes aren't bad and you can make french toast with them as well as scramble them. Fat free milk isn't bad and I used to only drink whole milk. Steel cut oats are great for helping to reduce cholesterol. It's also a filling and nourishing breakfast or a late night snack. The DASH diet is really the way most of us should eat, if we want to be healthy. Guess you'll be eating this right along with your husband. As for exercise, does he have a FitBit? If not, maybe you could get him one for Valentine's Day!

Odyssey13 · ‎01-07-2014

jc, welcome to FitBit. Read this article on how sleep is tracked. It might help you understand it a bit more. click I have my settings as sensitive and on my non-dominant hand. As for my efficiency, it's never more than 75% and I'm more restless and awake than I thought, but I am a light sleeper. Keep an eye on it and if you feel you should talk with your doctor, you should. Some insurance companies have a nurse on duty that you can speak with about health concerns. Might be an idea to call and talk with her, too.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-07-2014

There are nights I'm hungrier than others, but when I stop to think about it, I'll get a cup of tea. I make my favorite tea with some milk and sip it slowly, then add the ounces to my water consumption for the day. It's not always easy to say no to yourself. Sometimes it's better to give in and have a little something because it you don't, you could overindulge.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-07-2014

Victoria, I count any liquid I drink as water. In order to get my water consumption up, I count tea, water, milk, anything liquid. Welcome to FitBit.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-05-2014

My mother-in-law tried Black cohosh before she decided to go with a hormone replacement patch. Might be some information online about it.

Odyssey13 · ‎01-01-2014

BrandyB, that's a good attitude to have. One day at a time and often, it's one hour at a time. Maybe it would help to make menu plans for each day and do some prep for it on the weekends or whenever you have some helpers. It's not easy when you hit the door with all the needs of others. Have you told them that when you exercise, it benefits them? It is important to take care of yourself. Keep going and things will work out.

Odyssey13 · ‎12-30-2013

We are normal. It's those others who have problems! It takes more trips than usual to bring in the groceries, put them away and take out the recycling. More excuses to go back and forth about the house in the evening.

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