Diet and Exercise tracker

[Nancy1999]

I just wanted to share a fun app I’ve been using that tracks you food and exercise as well as helps you set realistic goals. I learned in school that whenever we write down what we eat, we tend to alter our behavior for the good, so I’ve been writing down my diet for years, but I like the idea that this tells me how balanced it is and how I’m doing in the vitamin depart and other things. It’s pretty easy to tract your foods and if you use the mobile app there is a scanner so you can scan products. I do it mostly on the computer and here’s the website. http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/start-now-sa.asp. For those who prefer mobile, here’s the free app. SparkPeople Mobile Applications – iPhone and Android Diet and Recipe Apps | SparkPeople So far I haven’t learned everything it does yet, but I do think it offers some useful tools in trying to stay healthy. So far I've lost half a pound!!!

[Monique12]

Seems amazing, these trackers can really be helpful especially if you want to lose weight. I've been through this phase and I can relate that how beneficial this kind of tracker can be. So I would like to share my weight loss experience here.
First of all you need to change your lifestyle in order to lose weight or reduce belly fat. Eat healthy foods and avoid all kinds of junk and processed foods. Exercise regularly, drink lots of water, take green tea with lemon and most of all be consistent and determined in your weight loss effort. So if you're looking for a best way to lose stomach fat fast or lose overall weight, you should follow these tips. Exercise applications or tracker can be very helpful in keeping track of your progress.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by Monique12

Seems amazing, these trackers can really be helpful especially if you want to lose weight. I've been through this phase and I can relate that how beneficial this kind of tracker can be. So I would like to share my weight loss experience here.
First of all you need to change your lifestyle in order to lose weight or reduce belly fat. Eat healthy foods and avoid all kinds of junk and processed foods. Exercise regularly, drink lots of water, take green tea with lemon and most of all be consistent and determined in your weight loss effort. So if you're looking for a best way to lose stomach fat fast or lose overall weight, you should follow these tips. Exercise applications or tracker can be very helpful in keeping track of your progress.

Thanks for your post, I couldn't agree more, I've been dieting for over a year now, and had to do exactly all the things you mentioned. I'm diabetic as well as insulin resistant and so it's been especially difficult to lose the last few pounds, so I'm always on the lookout for tips to keep me motivated.

[caseymarie09]

I use MyFitnessPal to track everything. I love it. I mostly just use it to track my macros and calories since I started this workout program. I would love to get a fitbit to track my activity. Not sure how much you exercise, but have you tried supplements? As in protein powder, fat burners? Cellucor has AMAZING products! They have awesome whey protein flavors and preworkout powder you mix with water that gives you a boost in working out and they taste like koolaid. If you're ever interested in trying it out, I have a promo code, 'CASEY', for 25% off and free shipping!

http://cellucor.evyy.net/c/156653/173773/3112

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by caseymarie09

I use MyFitnessPal to track everything. I love it. I mostly just use it to track my macros and calories since I started this workout program. I would love to get a fitbit to track my activity. Not sure how much you exercise, but have you tried supplements? As in protein powder, fat burners? Cellucor has AMAZING products! They have awesome whey protein flavors and preworkout powder you mix with water that gives you a boost in working out and they taste like koolaid. If you're ever interested in trying it out, I have a promo code, 'CASEY', for 25% off and free shipping!

Cellucor - Elite Sports Supplements and Training

I recently tried something called an access bar because a friend was raving about it. I couldn't believe the difference in my results in calorie burnout, it also has something it that helps keep the lactic acid from forming so you're not sore afterwards. I never use to believe in any of that stuff, but seeing it for myself, I'm a changed woman. I'll have to check out cellucor. It's really great they are making things that do what they say they will do, for years they could advertise just about anything, but things never worked. I've been looking at the fitbit too, I kind of wanted the one with the heart monitor, but I'm not sure if they are worth it.

[caseymarie09]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

I recently tried something called an access bar because a friend was raving about it. I couldn't believe the difference in my results in calorie burnout, it also has something it that helps keep the lactic acid from forming so you're not sore afterwards. I never use to believe in any of that stuff, but seeing it for myself, I'm a changed woman. I'll have to check out cellucor. It's really great they are making things that do what they say they will do, for years they could advertise just about anything, but things never worked. I've been looking at the fitbit too, I kind of wanted the one with the heart monitor, but I'm not sure if they are worth it.

I haven't heard of that one. Cellucor has BCAAs and alpha aminos that help with soreness and keep you hydrated. I haven't tried those yet but I plan on it soon! I've looked up the differences in the different fitbits and I think I would want the charge HR. It has the heart monitor, probably the same one you're talking about. I just haven't had the money to buy one yet lol.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by caseymarie09

I haven't heard of that one. Cellucor has BCAAs and alpha aminos that help with soreness and keep you hydrated. I haven't tried those yet but I plan on it soon! I've looked up the differences in the different fitbits and I think I would want the charge HR. It has the heart monitor, probably the same one you're talking about. I just haven't had the money to buy one yet lol.

The Access bar is made by Melaleuca Company, it's a pain because you have to order it under a membership, but I use their cleaning products and love them, so it's not too bad to order, but I hadn't heard of other things like this. It's also suppose to allow you to have access to stored fat and that's something I seem to have a problem doing since I'm diabetic. We will see if this works, but it's too soon to know on that part, I just know my workouts are much better. My elliptical has a heart monitor and we also have a chest one, so I wasn't sure I needed it a fitbit. Some of the smart watches have all of this and more, but then will it be too complex for me to use?

[Magnus]

Originally Posted by caseymarie09

I use MyFitnessPal to track everything. I love it. I mostly just use it to track my macros and calories since I started this workout program. I would love to get a fitbit to track my activity. Not sure how much you exercise, but have you tried supplements? As in protein powder, fat burners? Cellucor has AMAZING products! They have awesome whey protein flavors and preworkout powder you mix with water that gives you a boost in working out and they taste like koolaid. If you're ever interested in trying it out, I have a promo code, 'CASEY', for 25% off and free shipping!

Cellucor - Elite Sports Supplements and Training

I use MyFitnessPal as well along with Garmin's VivoFit 2. This works really well b/c I know how "active" I've been throughout the day instead of just guessing. Also tracks my sleeping movements which is neat.

The only complaint I have is that it's bit confusing to understand all the data b/c there seems to be an issue with the integration process between MFP and VF2. But still, I get a better idea all the calories, fat, activities, etc...

[lisaly]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

I recently tried something called an access bar because a friend was raving about it. I couldn't believe the difference in my results in calorie burnout, it also has something it that helps keep the lactic acid from forming so you're not sore afterwards. I never use to believe in any of that stuff, but seeing it for myself, I'm a changed woman. I'll have to check out cellucor. It's really great they are making things that do what they say they will do, for years they could advertise just about anything, but things never worked. I've been looking at the fitbit too, I kind of wanted the one with the heart monitor, but I'm not sure if they are worth it.

I have the Fitbit HR, and I'm very happy with it. I mostly got it to see how many miles each day that Katie and I were walking, but it's a great motivator to meet your daily or weekly goals. I had been using the health app on my iPhone, but this is much better. I always knew I was not getting anyway near enough sleep, but the sleep tracker was a real eye opener for me. I haven't started tracking calories yet. The reviews of the HR model are excellent. I like having the heart rate monitor. My husband ordered it directly from the company--no shipping or tax.

https://www.fitbit.com/whyfitbit
https://www.fitbit.com/chargehr

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by lisaly

I have the Fitbit HR, and I'm very happy with it. I mostly got it to see how many miles each day that Katie and I were walking, but it's a great motivator to meet your daily or weekly goals. I had been using the health app on my iPhone, but this is much better. I always knew I was not getting anyway near enough sleep, but the sleep tracker was a real eye opener for me. I haven't started tracking calories yet. The reviews of the HR model are excellent. I like having the heart rate monitor. My husband ordered it directly from the company--no shipping or tax.

https://www.fitbit.com/whyfitbit
https://www.fitbit.com/chargehr

Thanks for the review, I learned lately that sleep can make a huge difference in maintaining a healthy weight and especially how insulin is used. I'm going to check this model out.

[Magnus]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Thanks for the review, I learned lately that sleep can make a huge difference in maintaining a healthy weight and especially how insulin is used. I'm going to check this model out.

I was trying to decide between fitbit HR vs vivofit2. Since you're in the deciding mode, this is a good comparison article to look at.

QUICK COMPARISON: Fitbit Charge HR versus Garmin vívofit 2 versus Garmin Vivosmart | ari jay comet

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by lisaly

I have the Fitbit HR, and I'm very happy with it. I mostly got it to see how many miles each day that Katie and I were walking, but it's a great motivator to meet your daily or weekly goals. I had been using the health app on my iPhone, but this is much better. I always knew I was not getting anyway near enough sleep, but the sleep tracker was a real eye opener for me. I haven't started tracking calories yet. The reviews of the HR model are excellent. I like having the heart rate monitor. My husband ordered it directly from the company--no shipping or tax.

https://www.fitbit.com/whyfitbit
https://www.fitbit.com/chargehr

Hey could you check this out, is it the same one? With the 20% off coupon, and free shipping, it might be the best price. Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Heart Rate and Activity Wristband - BedBathandBeyond.com

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by Magnus

I was trying to decide between fitbit HR vs vivofit2. Since you're in the deciding mode, this is a good comparison article to look at.

QUICK COMPARISON: Fitbit Charge HR versus Garmin vívofit 2 versus Garmin Vivosmart | ari jay comet

Thanks, it helps to compare products!

[Magnus]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Thanks, it helps to compare products!

I do so much comparison sometimes, I get sick of it and end up not getting anything. LOL

It all comes down to what's more important. If you prefer the "fancier" features (ie. called ID, vibration alerts, OLED display, etc...) AND if keeping track of your heart rate is important, then I think fitbit would be your go to.

Those things I mentioned weren't really that big of a deal to me so the biggest deciding factor was that with Vivofit2, I didn't have to worry about charging and since it's more water resistant, I don't have to worry about taking it off when showering/swimming.

I think those were the key differences between the two. So depending on your personal need/wants, either tracker is really nice and has plenty of good reviews.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by Magnus

I do so much comparison sometimes, I get sick of it and end up not getting anything. LOL

It all comes down to what's more important. If you prefer the "fancier" features (ie. called ID, vibration alerts, OLED display, etc...) AND if keeping track of your heart rate is important, then I think fitbit would be your go to.

Those things I mentioned weren't really that big of a deal to me so the biggest deciding factor was that with Vivofit2, I didn't have to worry about charging and since it's more water resistant, I don't have to worry about taking it off when showering/swimming.

I think those were the key differences between the two. So depending on your personal need/wants, either tracker is really nice and has plenty of good reviews.

Ha ha, you sound like me, I'll go back and forth and back and forth. Heart rate is important to me, I'm at that age where those things might make a difference. I'm looking at my resting heart rate as much as my exercise rate, I'd like to get that lower as well.