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Originally Posted by Figgypudding
At my clinic we are not allowed to exercise while on IP. Walking or easy yoga is okay but no heart rate elevation. I thought this was an IP rule because you are losing weight so fast on the plan that if you add exercise you will begin to burn muscle. I actually gained 8.5 lbs of muscle in the first 3 months. I lost a lot of muscle over the years by extreme dieting and exercise. Perhaps your body can't handle all the activity while on such a low carb/ low calorie plan?
It's a good point, but I'm not sure I'd handle anything if I can't dance. And truthfully, it doesn't really get my heart rate up much anymore. I was dancing so long at 300 pounds that dancing at 230 is pretty---easy.