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[quote=Anonymous]I have a treadmill that monitors heart rate.  Nearly every morning for the past 4 months, I do the "cardio" program which adjusts incline and speed to keep my heartrate at 142 (I am 42 year old female).  I know I've gotten in much better shape, as I used to hit my target heart rate much sooner, while now it takes longer and I'm at higher speeds and inclines for longer periods.  Currently it keeps me around 3.8 mph and 7% incline for the majority of my time.  (I always go at least 60 minutes, and sometimes up to 90).  I will sometimes run, but only for short spurts (maybe up to 1/2 mile or so at a time).  If I go an hour, I will usually burn (per the treadmill, so I understand it's not completely accurate) about 850 calories.

I have a fitbit that tracks my steps and I average about 90K per week.

My calories are about 1500-1700 per day, but I usually splurge on weekends because we use dining out as entertainment, sadly.

I have lost 3 lbs in these 4 months.  I have a ton to lose.

Where am I messing up?  Too many calories?  Still not enough exercise?  I have posted before about how much I hate the gym.   I was debating between an elliptical or a treadmill months ago, and we went with the treadmill since hubby could use it more than the elliptical.  We do have a garage full of free weights/dumbbells/racks/benches/etc. because of my hubby's obsession with weight lifting, but the thought of going out there and doing anything honestly makes me want to injure myself.  :/

Can I not lose weight on aerobic exercise alone?[/quote]

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