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Low Carb Diets & Exercise: Let’s Get Moving! FitBit Giveaway

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Should you exercise on a low carb diet? You bet! Here’s why diet alone is not enough for optimal health. And win a FitBit Alta fitness tracker. 

The new FitBit Alta

Come over and sit by me for a second. We need to have a little chat, you and I. See, there’s this nasty rumour going around the low carb world and it’s been bothering me for a while. We need to set the record straight, right here, right now. Because this nasty little rumour is misleading people and making them think that they don’t need to exercise, that all they need to be healthy is a low carb diet. You see these cute little memes all over social media about how you can’t outrun a bad diet. This is true, of course, but many folks are extrapolating it to mean exercise is unimportant for health. I am seeing it in many low carb and keto groups, people chatting about how they don’t need to work out, and it infuriates me. Don’t fall for it! Don’t be lulled into thinking that just because you are keeping your carbs low, you are on your path to optimal health. It is patently untrue.

This little rumour seems to have started because many studies indicate that diet is the most important factor in weight loss. But weight loss and optimal health are far from the same thing. Our bodies are designed to move. We are not made for sitting in office chairs all day, or lounging on couches all evening. Our brains, our hearts, our muscles crave activity. It makes us feel better, both mentally and physically. It can settle our nerves and calm anxiety, it can help us sleep better, and it can give us more energy overall. It is truly a critical part of our health and fitness. So I say…you may not be able to outrun a bad diet, but you also can’t out-diet a lack of activity. You will never be truly fit just by diet alone.

Back Squats

Working on my back squats!

Now, please understand that I am not saying you have to hit the gym hard every day. You don’t have to do CrossFit or participate in 200 mile relay races (although both of those are pretty fun, if I do say so myself). But, barring any serious physical limitations, you do need to move, no matter how slowly. Walking, hiking, swimming, dancing, running, weight lifting…whatever floats your boat. Start small, if you have to, walking a bit more here and there, working it in where you can. Yes, you DO have time. We all do. And while it may be hard at the beginning, it gets easier with time. It even becomes something you…gasp…enjoy!

So in the hopes of inspiring you to get out there and move a little more, I am giving away a FitBit Alta. I decided to try it out for myself and I really am quite enamoured of the thing. While I am one of the crazy ones who likes to lift heavy things and run a 200 mile relay race with friends, I find that this little band around my wrist helps keep me moving more on a daily basis.

Carolyn Running

Run, Carolyn….ruuuunnnnnn!

I spent quite a bit of time researching step counters and I chose the Alta for a couple of reasons. I first had my eye on a pretty little fitness tracker shaped like a leaf that could be worn as a pendant or a bracelet. But the reviews indicated that it wasn’t all that reliable. And it didn’t have any sort of display directly on it, you had to check your phone to see your progress. I wanted something stylish and un-clunky that was still accurate and informative. Everything I was reading led me to the Alta. It has less functionality than some FitBits but had just the right amount of information for my purposes: the time, total step count, total miles, calories burned (not really important to me), total minutes of exercise. If you want your fitness tracker to be stylish, the basic Alta band can be switched out for some fun designer bands to make it more like a watch or a bracelet.

Burpees.

The dreaded burpees!

And that’s just the device itself. It also links to my phone and gives me more detailed information, like how much I slept, how many days per week I’ve had of real exercise, and how much I’ve moved per hour. I can set some of my own goals like drinking more water, and track that in my phone as well. I also get alerts if my phone rings or someone texts me. My wrist buzzes and I can see the phone number or the beginning of the text on the display itself. Which is really great for someone who typically has her phone set to vibrate only and misses some important calls because of it (my son is always mad when I miss his calls!).

Now, do understand that this is not a GPS system, like a Garmin or an Apple Watch. I can’t use it to measure my pace while out on a run, although it does accurately track my miles. It simply tracks my movement all day. It also doesn’t have a heart rate monitor as some FitBits do.

Which brings me to the only thing I don’t really like about it: it can’t recognize my CrossFit workouts very well. We are often stationary when lifting weights and it has no real way to tell that I am working hard. And even some of our high intensity workouts have us staying in the same place for periods of time. So I will come out of CrossFit, sweating profusely, having really pushed my muscles, heart, and lungs and the Alta will tell me I’ve only done 6 minutes of exercise and burned 54 calories. Whereas it will give me more credit for a 10 minute walk to the grocery store.

Still, I am enamoured of the damn thing, and even for someone as active I am, it encourages me to do a little bit more. I like to rack up those steps, I like to know that I was moving around and not sitting for most of the day. I find I don’t want to let my Fitbit down! So as a motivator, it really does the trick. It also sends me nice little emails, telling me I’ve earned this or that badge, and telling me when the battery is low. It’s my new best friend.

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Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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Comments

  1. i recently picked up a few blouses and other things i have been coveting, but when they came in i found they are a tiny bit tight. another few pounds off should do the trick, so right now fitting into my new clothes is a giant motivator. of course, health is my main focus but sometimes i need an extra little push.

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  4. I have said since my 30’s that exercise is the fountain of youth! I have moved from 60 minute strength and cardio videos to 15-20 minute strength and flexibility videos and walking the dog. I need to improve my eating because I want my clothes to fit again
    Love your recipes! They keep me on track
    You look amazing btw!

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  9. I have been a yo-yo dieter for most of my adult years. It wasn’t until I added in physical activity that I began to take control of my weight. I love to walk. I constantly need motivation to just do it. Being healthy for my family is what motivates me.

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  11. I love to walk, rather, I used to. Two knee surgeries and a plate with a seven screws in an ankle has changed that. However, my recent and ongoing weight loss is changing that. It is easier to move now without all that extra pressure on my knees. Your blog has played a big part in my new low carb life style. Thanks for wonderful recipes and inspiration. Therefore, your blog and knowing I don’t have to stop eating yummy food inspires me and makes me emotionally happy and THAT is my motivation.

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    • Oh, I am SO happy to hear that. Ouch on the knees but as the weight comes off, do what you can to keep moving around.

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  13. My children keep me motivated to move. I want to lead by example & be physically fit to participate in life with them!

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  14. I started playing Pokémon when it first came out It got me out of the house and walking to hatch Pokémon eggs. It was my motivation to walk but the end result is 19 pounds gone so far.

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  15. What motivates me is the scale after I stop eating carbs and sugar, it moves downward quickly so reduces inflammation. My new year’s resolution is again to eat low-carb again so I can lose the few pounds I gained in the last half of 2016. Although I have a bad knee, my Fitbit Flex motivates me to move more to meet my daily goal but it would be great to update it with the Alta.

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  16. I agree with you about the importance of moving fer your health. I think that publicizing the “exercise doesn’t help much with weight loss” thing does a disservice to most people’s health because they’re thinking “weight loss” not “health”. I see it all the time in comments on low carb sites. If it doesn’t help them lose weight, they don’t care about it. And that’s a shame because moving throughout the day is probably the best thing you can do to improve your overall health. 🙂

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  18. I am getting ready to walk the 500+ miles of the French Route of the Camino de Santiago de Compestella in Spain this year. I have a couple different groups of friends I walk with which keeps me going. I also love to listen to podcasts when I walk alone. Living in Atlanta has made it easy with so many urban hiking spots and easy access to the Appalachians.

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  19. What motivates me to get moving? The body is an extension of the soul, and when I move my body with mindfulness my soul feels energized!

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  22. I’m a wildlife rehabilitator and I move a lot, I’d love to know how much! Lol. I appreciate all your recipes as I use to just grab whatever was quick, now I can prepare and have great foods ready to grab. I know I need to do more exercises to help me reach my goal.

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  23. What motives me is: I was diagnosed a type 2 diabetic, my first doc told me it was just dumb luck. No special instructions, like what to eat, to exercise, nothing except meds. Thank GOD I changed jobs and got a different doc who told me what to do. I have lost over 40 lbs, and am a no carb person. I am off medication and work out every single day because that’s what my doc told me to do. I would love to have that because of the way I work out. I spread it over the course of a day because I work.

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    • Now THAT is what I am talking about. I saw the power of exercise first hand when I was pregnant and had GD and even a little 15 minute walk could lower my blood sugar by 60 points. Me too, I am all diet and exercise, no meds. Congrats.

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  26. I feel better mentally and of course physically when I move. I’m working on reducing my cardio and increasing my heavy lifting.

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  28. Would love a fitbit… I’m on medication and have multiple health issues so its really hard to lose weight so I could have more energy to homeschool and play with my kids!

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  29. We started a new step challenge at work and it has really motivated me to move. If someone says Challenge, I am all in!

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  30. Warmer weather! We are having unseasonably warm weather so I’m more motivated to walk the dog a little longer to get in some extra steps!

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  31. My health and my family motivate me to get moving. ♥ In July of 2015, I was carrying 252 pounds on my 5′ 3.5″ frame and my blood pressure was through the roof. I ended up in the ER twice because of it. That was my wake up call, and today I’m 146 pounds and working out 6 days a week. 🙂 Wanting to stick around for them… That’s what keeps me going.

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  32. I am motivated by my weight loss to tone up so I won’t have saggy skin. Also, I realize I need movement for stress relief and to be healthy.

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  36. Seeing progress not just in how I look, but more in how I feel when I move and how much stronger I’m getting motivates me!

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  39. Ugh!!! I work from home and I sit for literally 9-10 hours a day. When I get off from work, I think to myself….there’s no amount of exercise than can un-do the effects of all the sitting I just did. I do move around on my lunch and whatever exercise I get is just a side effects of running errands in the evenings (getting groceries, etc)-which is better than nothing. I guess I just need more motivation. I lost 60 lbs 4 years ago and 20 of that has crept back on. I fear all of it will come back on since I’m 44 now and way more sendintary than 4 years ago. My diet is decent, I just need to exercise!!!! Maybe this gadget would help? Lol

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  40. I have two young boys who never seem to stop moving. Being active helps me keep up with them. I’m also tired of wearing through my pants where my thighs rub together.

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  41. I work from home and find that after sitting 9-10 hours, I’m totally UNmotivated to do anything. I always feel like no amount of exercise can un-do the large amount of sitting I just did….so I don’t do anything. My weight is creeping back up too. So I need to do something! Maybe a gadget like this would help?

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    • If you work from home, try just getting up and walking around the house for a few minutes every hour. Sitting isn’t good for us so that has to help, even a little bit!

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    • I too work from home. I set an alarm on my calendar with a “ta-da” sound reminder and I take a moment to walk around and get a glass of water since I’m committed to getting in my water quota for the day too. I accomplish two things, movement and water quota, win-win!

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  43. Your such an inspiration Carolyn!! You are clearly the picture of what healthy is! I dont exercise but you just ignited a spark in my and motivated me. I am going to start some kind of exercise program and maybe get this extra weight off me!

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  46. I am replacing smoking for excersise. During stressful times this has proved difficult because then I chose food! But I’m staying positive.

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  47. I workout 6 days a week plus walk my dogs everyday. If I don’t get up and out and moving I feel so sluggish ! Working out gives me the energy and boost I need to get through the sg! Would love to win this to help track my progress.

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  50. I just came across a new thing (to me) to motivate exercise, specifically aerobic exercise. I heard a doctor explain how blood flow to the brain increases by 20% during exercise, which is beneficial to the brain. I knew that exercise benefits the whole body, but I hadn’t understood the importance of exercise when it comes to our brains. I think that this caught my attention, since I am not looking to loose weight and need to find other motivators. My second motivator is monotonous work and the back aches that follow. I really prefer to alleviate the pain by maintaining strength and flexibility through exercise than just relying on medication.

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  52. I would love to have a Fitbit. I’ve started an exercise plan and walking. I’d love to know how I’m doing.
    Thank for such a useful contest prize.

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  56. I wish someone would come up with one that worked well, but didn’t have to be worn on your wrist. I ditched wearing a watch when I got my first cellphone. I love simple minimalist jewelry that would be overwhelmed by the addition of a clunky fitness tracker. I could get one and just use it for exercise, but that defeats half their purpose. They’re too costly to only be used by half. I looked at that leafy one too, and was disappointed by the reviews, so no leafy for me. I want one that can be worn daily, completely hidden.

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    • I think you can get the MisFit which can be worn as a pendant. Fitbit also has a clip style tracker, not sure how well it works.

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  61. I’ve always hated exercise. I get sweaty and bright red, and it’s painful and boring. I’ve never stuck with it for very long in spite of trying all the recommended tricks (Work out with a friend! Find an exercise you enjoy!). For the past 2 months though, I’ve done stationary bike and yoga for about 350 minutes a week, even when I was down with a nasty cold. I think time and age have made me realize that I must take better care of myself and this is how it’s done, for whatever time I have left.

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    • When I was younger, I used to joke that exercise was against my religion. I always enjoyed walking and hiking, though. Even little things like getting outside when the sun is shining can help. It improves our mental outlook too!

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    • Thanks, Candace. We are doing the Hatch Squat sequence right now and this was a de-load week. But I am determined to beat my 140# PR at the end of it!

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  65. Wow – that squat!! You rock!! I hate squats, but I do like to walk and dance and I found this thing that lets me twist away to Uptown Funk and other great songs. It would be nice to be able to track my activities, though, so one of those fitbits would be awesome.
    Keep on rockin’!!

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  68. Your day must have more hours in it than mine. Raising a family, developing recipes, doing this blog, plus all those fitness activities. You rock! By the way, I ordered your cookie cookbook, and everyone loved the results. Thanks

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  70. I’m in love with your site!! Thanks for all you do for my LC healthy recipes. With my littles getting older, I’m FINALLY able to take on some time for myself! Thanks for the chance at this little “motivator”. 🙂

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  71. My dogs makes me motivated to keep going! Shes loves going for long walks which gets me off the couch and keeps me active.

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  72. I have put some weight on that I really don’t want but I like so many other I need to get motivated to do some more. Maybe if I lose some weight my husband will join me. He has had 2heart attracts and I would like to keep him around .We will be married 48years and we would like to make it to 50 plus.Thank you for all you do.

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  73. I, too, have heard those non-exercise memes. The keto way has kept me going and I feel like a new human being but the flab is hanging around and is unpleasant to look at. Tomorrow (Monday) is my day to begin some cardio and strength training to tone and firm my body. Although I’m 75, thoughts of a toned-up body are still in my future. I no longer want it to be a dream, I want it to be a reality, and with the addition of a FitBit, I am more confident that I will keep moving.

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  74. I like to walk to work and back because it wakes me up on the way there and lets me leave the stress of the day behind on the way home.

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  75. What gets me moving is planning ahead! Setting out my shoes and work out clothes so I can roll out of bed and get moving makes all the difference for me!

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  77. I keep saying I’m going to start working out but I always find an excuse not to. My kids ask me to ride bikes with them & I get exhausted so fast (I also have fibromyalgia), my kids are motivating me to do a little more each time I go out with them. They are my motivation & cheerleaders.

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  78. I need to stay for for not only my future but for my children and husband as well. I’m struggling with an auto inline disease as starting active really helps keep my symptoms away. As someone who lives lifting weights, I’m a thankful to be able to keep doing it. The days when I’m tired and worm out, I remind myself of how I feel AFTER… That gets me moving! Plus I want to be here as long as possible for my family.

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    • I need to stay active for not only my future but for my children and husband as well. I’m struggling with an auto immune disease as starting active really helps keep my symptoms away. As someone who lives lifting weights, I’m a thankful to be able to keep doing it. The days when I’m tired and worm out, I remind myself of how I feel AFTER… That gets me moving! Plus I want to be here as long as possible for my family.

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  84. My kids motivatel me. I didn’t have that growing up, and many times I suffered with a very unhealthy relationship with food. Even ending up in the hospital, after becoming anorexic. I want my kids to not struggle with that. I still do. So, I guess it is about teaching us all together. 🙂

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    • I think once you’ve struggled there, it’s tough to not struggle. Good for you for being open and honest with your kids.

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  86. I am not motivated to move but I need to be. I think a tracker helps put it in your face if you aren’t moving enough. Thanks for the chance to win

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  87. Honestly, not much motivates me lately. I lost a lot of weight on THM almost 2 years ago. Now I’ve gained most of it back and I. Any seem to lose it again no matter how hard I try. I know I need to exercise. I often wonder if one of these fitness trackers would motivate me. Hopefully I’ll win and I’ll get to find out!

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  90. My motivation would be my son and his fiancee. My son because he started keto several years ago. Dropped about 80 pounds, began Crossfit and now bikes, too. His fiancee was diagnosed Type 1 about 10 years ago and is a runner and biker. They will be getting married this spring as well as biking in the JDRF Ride to Cure Diabetes this fall. I have a lot to stay active for and look forward to! 🙂

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  92. My greatest motivation is the production of natural endorphins I produce when I walk. I am disabled from nerve damage that occurred from brain surgery. Walking and using very light weights are the only exercising I can do and I’m so thankful for both. Being able to track my steps would be an awesome additional motivator. You look great Carolyn and thank you for all the great recipes and information for healthy eating and living!

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  93. My grandbabies are my biggest motivations followed by my bones (osteopenia) abs then not having to buy bigger clothes!!
    I love your blog so much, thank you!

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  96. My motivation comes from the fact that my relatives on my mom’s side (mom included) all died before the age of 60. I am very close to 51 and would like to live to see my grandchildren.

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  98. I have exercised all of my life even with a disability. There have been periods of slacking off but I have been on track for about 12 years and I can’t go a day without it. I have had 4 joint replacements and a shoulder replacement coming within the year. The other shoulder is going too but that’s (hopefully) way down the road. No matter what I’m going through physically I have always been able to find some kind of workout so it does drive me a little nuts when others can come up with so many excuses to not exercise. There are so many ways no matter what ones limitations are. Exercise has been a godsend to me and makes me feel a little more capable after each session. I wish the same for others who need just a little motivation to get moving.

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  99. Walking clears my mind and is good for my soul. That need to start fresh with a clear focus is what motivates my workouts.

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  100. With help from your recipes the past few years I have converted myself and my family to a keto diet. 2017 is the year I find my way to better physical activity.
    Thank you for all you do to motivate and help us.

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  101. Well motivation has been a problem for me but I’ve recently been diagnosed with another auto-immune issue and know I need to start now. I liked your comment about how you like that the Alta challenges you to move. I need that challenge.

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  105. This is a great article, I really appreciate it and it is very motivating. Sometimes for me it seems like it’s so hard to manage my time, food prep takes a great deal of devotion, and if I don’t do it, its so easy to fall off track. I find once I am focused on preparing my food, I often loose track of exercise, its like all or nothing. It is great seeing you in this light, because I typically come for the recipes. I am now motivated to continue to put equal emphasis on both- exercise and eating right.

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  106. The Fitbit would be the catalyst I need to get back in shape! I’m 61, have Metabolic Syndrome and need to make a change so I don’t turn into a diabetic.

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  107. What’s motivating me to move is the hope that I can be healthier as I approach the decade when my parents started experiencing major health issues.

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  110. Thinking about my family history, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure. I want to do everything in my power to prevent these conditions. I also want to set an example for my daughters!!

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  114. My kids keep me motivated! I want to set a good example for them, as well as continue on my weight loss journey!

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  117. Chronic illness and pain motivate me to exercise daily. After I thank God for another day each morning, I begin exercising. If I do not do this first thing, I am not moving too well. I don’t “feel” like doing it on days that are more stiff and painful, but I push through knowing that I will be much better off for the rest of the day. God gives us the gift of a body, and it is our job to take care of it, which includes moving it!

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  119. I started on this diet Jan 4, 2016. I lost 40 lbs in the first six months, was able to reduce my BP medication, and my A1C went down (Yay!). I have not lost anymore weight since June even though I continue to eat low carb. I would still like to lose another 20 lbs. So I started exercising in November and I can feel myself getting stronger. Hopefully the rest of that weight will come off and maybe I can get off all the meds.
    Thanks for all your delicious recipes, Carolyn. You make eating low carb so much easier and delicious!

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  121. I’m definitely trying more to stay in decent shape. I love being active and outdoors, and I want to be able to do so for the rest of my life. Even though I don’t eat low carb every meal, I am trying to implement it more, especially with the desserts. 🙂

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  124. I am motivated to move since I have gotten a littel relief from my back pain and loosing 9 pounds it two weeks.

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  127. What motivates me to get moving is wanting to be as strong as healthy as I can be and keep up with my granddaughter.

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  128. I was a runner, but after being diagnosed with degenerative disk disease, I had to cut back on high-impact activities. I have come to absolutely love barre workouts. Because I love barre so much, I have no trouble being motivated to keep moving!

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  132. Having my grandchildren here motivates me to get moving. I want to be able to attend their weddings and hold my great grandchildren. Of course the youngest is not due to be born until August 8, 2017. I have many more years ahead so I need to get healthier!!

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  133. My children. I have 3 and am currently pregnant with my 4th. I had complications with my last pregnancy with carbs and lack of exercise. Now I’m taking the initiative to be as low carb/Keto as possible so I don’t have a repeat outcome.

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  136. I have been wanting a fitbit for quite a while now. I walk an average of 8 miles a day to help keep my blood sugar under control. It is my diabetes that motivates me and I have managed to get off all my meds for now. I need to get motivated to do some resistance training. I think that the fitbit might do the trick…fingers crossed!

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  137. My physical health motivates me to move – I’ve had hip surgery and I need to keep moving to rehab post-op.

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  138. Competition motivates me the most! So hopefully I’ll be competing against myself with this Fitbit as mymotivator!

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  139. My health, my family and wanting to be the best I can be and the only way to do that is to take care of my body.

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  141. I want to maintain my health for as long as possible.I don’t want to be a frail old lady.
    Exercise helps me control my weight and keep my blood pressure low.

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  142. I can not run but I have a recumbent bike that gets me moving. I would love a fitBit to help me track steps and motivate me to walk more. I need motivation. Thank you.

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  143. My motivation is optimal health and energy. I know how much better I feel afterwards it kinda makes me a excercise junky….That is after I get started I don’t want to quit. It’s the getting started that is a struggle 🙂

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  145. exercise is the best stress reliever in my opinion. Fitbit helps to keep the motivation and visually appealing incentives.

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  149. I just simply feel so much better all day if I’m moving. Days that are by necessity sedentary make me feel groggy and lethargic.

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  150. Staying healthy for my family is a great incentive to be active and the fitbit is great way to be reminded to “move”.

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  156. I absolutely LOVE lifting, however, I can only lift 3 times a week but I still make up for it by walking/jogging the others. Seeing my muscles gain shape/become more firm and visible is really encouraging!

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  157. Losing the function of my legs for 4 months. Now I’m so thankful I can use them I’ve stopped procrastinating and complaining.

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  159. I enjoy going to the gym and using the weight machines. Also enjoy walking outdoors, sometimes on the beach. Fitbit would be a great tool for me.

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  160. I need to find time and motivation to exercise. Thanks for the chance to win a Fitbit, maybe that would help with motivation.

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  161. Making sure my husband doesn’t regret paying for a gym membership motivates me to move…and also the childcare they provide there while we work out, haha!

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  163. Pain motivates me to exercise. I’m a mom of five, and we homeschool. Some of the births have been less than ideal, and have left me with lingering health issues. If I don’t exercise consistently, my hips have a tendency to pop in and out of place, pinching nerves as they pop back into place. I can’t care for myself and my family if I’m crippled by pain. It’s also fun to see how much more strength and stamina I have with consistent exercise.

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  164. Feeling good motivates me to get moving, and eating low carb helps me feel good! Although, having this device would probably help to motivate me too!

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  165. I’m motivated by either deadlines (eg signing up for a 5k) and by fun (playing hockey.) I haven’t yet found a fitness tracker that tracks hockey very well, either. You’ve basically sprinted for an hour and it says you’ve barely moved! Hopefully technology will address that someday!

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  168. Good reminder! I have a tracker on my phone, to motivate me to walk more….but that’s tricky when the phone is out playing music, not in my back pocket! 🙂

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  170. My son and I ran in the mornings this fall to get him ready for cross country. Unfortunately we quit when it got too cold. Need to get back at it!

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    • As a fellow runner, let me tell you that running in the cold is invigorating. You can actually run a lot faster and longer than in the heat! It feels much better, IMO.

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  171. I’ve been using a Jawbone Up3 for the past several months and love so many things about it. The best part, like you said, is that is it so motivating! There are certain things about the Jawbone that bug me though, and I’ve been considering upgrading to a FitBit. This would be so awesome to win!

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  172. I walk a lot but I’m sure I could use some more exercise. Being a senior, it’s hard to find someone to exercise with!
    The senior centers near me have limited services. But I do get my walk in. 🙂

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  174. I get moving doing DDP yoga. And if you don’t know what that is, you should totally check it out. It is great stretching and strengthening, but unlike traditional yoga, doesn’t have the meditative side. Oh, and did I mention it was developed by former wrestler Diamond Dallas Page? It sounds crazy, but it’s totally legit. Their tagline is This ain’t your Mama’s yoga. But there are a lot of people who are really overweight or just haven’t exercised in years who are moving again!! The workouts use a heart monitor so you can track your progress, which is why I’d LOVE to win the Fitbit. Thank you for the chance!

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  177. My daughter is my motivation. She has two children under the age of 5 – gets up every morning at 4:30 to make sure and get her exercising in. I figure if she can fit it in, I certainly can find the time!!

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  180. I love the feeling of being honestly tired at the end of the day. A good night’s sleep is a great reward for a hard workout!

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  181. Nice weather and YOU inspire me! Thanks for the post showing us your workout. I am going to add weightlifting and pushups to the long, brisk walks I’ve been enjoying–you’ve inspired me to do it!

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  182. As a Type 1 diabetic and I follow your site for recipes to help main my blood sugar levels and maintain a healthy A1C.

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  184. Right now I’m training for the same 15k my mom used to run every year. Imagining the look on her face when I tell her I’m going to run it is what gets me going even when I don’t think I can.

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  187. That is great motivation! Fitbits are definitely the way to go and they are compatible with so much! Keep up the good work and thank you for all the amazing recipes!

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  188. My mood has been my motivator. I’ve been struggling with PPD after having my 4th baby and I’ve noticed I do so much better when I get a little workout in.

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  190. My kids motivate me to keep moving. I’ve seen too many family members become incapacitated or pass away due to health problems from obesity. I look at my two daughters each day and first, want to be an example to them but most of all I want to be around to experience what life has to offer them.

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  196. Keeping up with my daughter motivates me! I would give this to her to encourage her to continue being active in the sports and arts activities she’s involved in. Good habits to keep beyond highschool and for life!

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  201. I know my body is God’s temple yet I don’t treat it as such. Needing motivation to get healthy and be @ my best.

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  204. 40 is right around the corner and I’ve NEVER been at a healthy weight as an adult. Finding Keto and taking off some weight made me feel better and gave me the motivation to start exercising. Seeing results keeps me going. I have three little boys to keep up with and I refuse to be the old, sick mom, on the sidelines!

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  205. Vacation was what motivated me 2 years ago to drop the weight, now my motivation is to keep it off!!! I feel so good without those extra pounds! I love having energy!

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  206. A stall is motivating me to get moving! I’ve lost 60 pounds and am stuck. I know I need to move, my trouble is Achilles tendinitis (right foot) and no cartilage in the same leg limits my mobility. I recently joined a gym with a pool and I try to attend water aerobics at least twice a week! Losing 40 more pounds and feeling healthier is my motivation!

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  210. I just had my annual check up and my Health is not getting any better… kinda scary to be honest. Sugar is high, cholesterol is high, food allergies are worse than ever… l need to make a change and it has to be now!

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  211. I am motivated by my best friend who has to undergo physical therapy for an auto accident, if she can do it, I can do it with her!

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  212. I’m motivated to move by sunshine. When it’s beautiful outside there is nothing I like better then a walk. 🙂

    I also really love to garden.

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  213. I love Fitbit. I have been working diligently for the last year to lose weight and to stay away from diabetes! I actually brought my A1C down from 6.2 to 5.7! I am doing this for my health!

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  214. I have a group of friends at work that I walk with: 15 to 20 minutes, twice a day. It’s our time to catch up, get the latest office gossip, etc., all while logging some steps and clearing our heads by getting away from our desks for a bit. The social aspect is a great motivator.

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  217. I have rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia, so I know how important it is to keep moving, and on days that I exercise, I definitely feel better! This year, I have a special motivation: my son, a junior at The Citadel, gets his much-anticipated ring! We moms have the opportunity to walk with them at the ring ceremony, and I want to look my absolute best! As of this morning, it is 255 days away!

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  218. Right now my motivation is my kids!! I want to get healthy for them so I can play longer and harder!! They deserve to have a healthy mom who can show them better choices! I had 3 babies in 4 years so the pounds piled on! Today I turned 40, and I’m about 80# overweight with a 8 month old, 2 1/2 year old, and 4 year old! This is not how I envisioned motherhood! I am currently in the process of changing that, making healthier choices for myself and for my family! Thank you for all your awesome recipes you share! I have followed your blog for many years since my husband is gluten intolerant. Now I will be benefiting from the low carb and gluten free!

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  220. After having been diagnosed with cancer for the second time, trying to have the best health I can motivates me to get moving daily.

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  221. My motivation is as I have gotten older my sugar spikes a lot. I have never had any problems with my sugar and my doctor told me that exercise would help.. So here I am

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  229. Keeping up with my 2 boys, keeps me motivated. Working out makes my day go smoother, I have more energy, and I am more present with my family. Most importantly, it makes living with type 1 diabetes possible.

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  230. First of all, dang girl! I’m so proud of you! Look at you doing those squats!!

    I am motivated by mental health. Exercise helps me manage depression and stress, as well as improve my self confidence.

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  232. It depends on the day. A beautiful day naturally gets me craving to be outdoors and moving. On other days, I remind myself how great I feel after I go for a walk. My health is a huge factor too. I remind myself how important this is for me and how getting out and moving is a great example to set for my kids.

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  233. Every year it’s a resolution. ..well this year it’s happening…and this fit bit might just be a positive motivation also!

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  234. After having so much pain with my RA for the past 5 months, it feels great to get to exercise. I am losing weight and building myself up.

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  235. My motivation is my one year old son. Not only do I want to be healthier for him, I need to get on track and lose the 30 pounds of pregnancy weight!

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  239. I exercise to stay strong and hopefully to avoid some of the genetic old age problems that I know are headed my way over the next half of my life.

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  244. My kids are a big motivator for me. I want them to grow up learning a healthier lifestyle…eating better choices and wanting to be outside enjoying nature and being active.

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  246. My DH and I recently picked up a combo eliptical and stationary bike to set up at home so that on cold or slow mornings there won’t be any excuses not to go to the gym! Oh and thanks for dispelling the ‘no exercise needed’ myth abour low carb eating…. We all need to move!

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  247. I’m motivated to get moving because I want to do things with my family. Nothing stinks more than not being able to keep up.

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  252. I feel great on my keto diet, but I def ALWAYS feel better when I maintain my workout schedule. I’ve been considering a fitness tracker recently, so this is very timely. Thank You!!!

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  254. Keto diet has not been enough to lose the weight. Fitbit definitely helps to motivate and I lost my Fitbit One before Christmas. I had decided on the Alta to replace it. Thank you for the chance to win one! I LOVE your recipes and all the encouragement you give!!

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  256. My 79 1/2 year old mum has a Fitbit and is teasing me about how many steps she does in a day! Most days I get an email with 16,000+ steps. Surely an 80-year-old can’t outrun me?!!!

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  257. Turning 50 this year and was just diagnosed as prediabetic. I’m taking steps to improve my diet and just joined a gym to try to improve my health before it gets worse. Your website has been such a resource. Thank you.

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  258. Having a goal motivates me. I try to always have a big hike, walk or race to train for. Fear of failure is a great motivator.

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  259. i recently made your snicker doodles but instead of skillet i made cookies and really enjoyed them. i love your site and enjoy all the recipes that u have trued, keep up the good work

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  264. I have found that as I get older keeping myself moving helps in so many different areas; my joints don’t ache, my back doesn’t go out for no reason, I don’t get hot flashes and I can fit into my clothes!

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  266. I am motivated to stay active to keep up with my brood of 5 and to lead them to an active, healthy lifestyle — we want to enjoy life to its fullest!

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