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Closer To Fit: RMR Data and Going Forward
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Wednesday, July 1, 2015. RMR Data and Going Forward. I have some answers now. On Monday I went into my clinic and had my Resting Metabolic Rate measured, using a somewhat sophisticated machine. I fasted for 12 hours, then they pinched my nose, and I breathed into a tube for about 20 minutes, while sitting in a chair, relaxing. In a strange way, this data reinforced my own hunches, and has encouraged me to ...
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Closer To Fit: June 2015
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Saturday, June 13, 2015. Thinking of the Big Picture And Accepting My Pace. After my setbacks of late, I'm finally feeling better and boy do I appreciate every pain free moment! I had the beach all to myself early in the morning. Only seagull prints were in the sand. Diet and RMR Testing. Interventions That Are Apparently Working So Far. Eating fewer calories, and not adding calories from exercise. All thi...
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Closer To Fit: October 2014
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Thursday, October 30, 2014. Diet and Exercise: Musing on the Adjustment. 160 lbs. (scream weight! Warning: This post is a bit of a ramble about my diet. When does a logical eating strategy turn into a pathway for old behaviors? Well, I guess when I start justifying daily consumption of foods that I LOVE, such as cheese and dried cranberries! Where does exercise fit into this equation? Maintenance is a lear...
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Closer To Fit: July 2015
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Wednesday, July 1, 2015. RMR Data and Going Forward. I have some answers now. On Monday I went into my clinic and had my Resting Metabolic Rate measured, using a somewhat sophisticated machine. I fasted for 12 hours, then they pinched my nose, and I breathed into a tube for about 20 minutes, while sitting in a chair, relaxing. In a strange way, this data reinforced my own hunches, and has encouraged me to ...
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Closer To Fit: Progress in Pictures
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Saturday, February 22, 2014. I'm not the most talented with these tools, but I'll do my best to add pictures to this slide to show progress over time. I should mention that the first one is a "picture of a picture" and is the shot taken at the Optifast clinic. Labels: Progress in Pictures. I can definitely tell the difference. Congrats to you sweetie! So glad to find your blog! Thanks for stopping by Karen!
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Closer To Fit: Weight loss Progress and Milestones to be Reached
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Thursday, January 16, 2014. Weight loss Progress and Milestones to be Reached. 1/3/14: 257 lbs. (Starting Weight). 1/9/14: 252.5 lbs. (-4.5) started product on 1/10/14. 1/16/14: 247 lbs. (-5.5). 1/23/14: 241 lbs. (-6). 1/30/14: 238 lbs. (-3). 2/6/14: 234.5 lbs. (-3.5). 2/13/14: 230.5 lbs. (-4). 2/20/14: 226.5 lbs. (-4). 2/27/14: 225.5 lbs. (-1). 3/6/14: 223 lbs. (-2.5). 3/13/14: 219 lbs. (-4). Saying "no" ...
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Closer To Fit: 2014 End of Year Wrap-Up
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Tuesday, December 23, 2014. 2014 End of Year Wrap-Up. 167 lbs. (Head hanging low - but keeping perspective - what a year! What A Difference A Year Makes. Today I went in for my post-Optifast body assessment. I weighed in and started out very disappointed in my weight gain (14 lbs. since stopping the full fast), but my mood changed considerably as I reviewed the year with my counselor. Hips: 55" 42.5".
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Closer To Fit: November 2014
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Tuesday, November 25, 2014. So Much To Be Thankful For. 159 lbs. (back in the safe zone! People on the diet boards come with varying opinions on holiday eating. Some will try and cook healthier versions of their favorite dishes; others say that they plan to enjoy the day and take a break from their diets. It's only one day, after all. But would it be only one day for me? I'm not certain of it. If you're in...
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Closer To Fit: December 2014
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An honest chronicle of my ongoing journey from obesity to fitness. (Formerly, Optifast Adventurer). Tuesday, December 23, 2014. 2014 End of Year Wrap-Up. 167 lbs. (Head hanging low - but keeping perspective - what a year! What A Difference A Year Makes. Today I went in for my post-Optifast body assessment. I weighed in and started out very disappointed in my weight gain (14 lbs. since stopping the full fast), but my mood changed considerably as I reviewed the year with my counselor. Hips: 55" 42.5".
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