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Average Bicep size?
I’ve been bulking since June and I can’t find any information regarding average bicep size for women. Mine measure 12”. Is that above average? Or normal? Or small? Lol. And what’s everyone elses!?
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Newbie gains
Hi all! I’m new to this app but finding it brilliantly helpful.. I’ve read so much on the net but it almost feels a little impersonal so I’m digging for some actual feedback on what I am doing.. Would be highly grateful for any experience/advice/pointers 👍 So I am: 34 years old 170lbs 5’ 11” Lightly active job role…
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How o calculate based on calories burned
I’m 49 5’9” and 142 lbs I want to add mass without adding fat. I have calories set at 1880 because I typically burn 1700 a day. Do I need to increase and decrease each day depending on how many calories I burn on a particular day or just keep my goal calories above my burn calories? So confused by this. Any help would be…
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Looking to gain some mass
My body is more skinny fat and while I’ve gained I still feel I’m scrawny and not at my strongest. What are some good workouts to help build up muscle in the legs and arms? Should I just get a trainer?
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Routine advice
I am female, age 30, 5'6, current weight 200 lbs, down from 207. Work from home, general couch potato. After much trial and error, I have finally settled on a diet and workout routine that seems to be working for me. I want to make sure that I'm being as efficient as possible when it comes to building muscle. I've been…
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Muscle building/ nutrition help
I’ve been slim/ mostly skinny all my life and I want to gain weight. I’m 5”4, 130lbs, 30 yrs, and even though I’m at my recommended weight I feel so uncomfortable with myself. Clothes just don’t fit. Anyone have recommendations for building muscle at home or nutrition?
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Gaining Muscle & *LOSING* Fat?
I know there are enough seasoned body builders on here to help me out. The title is straightforward enough. I've had a trainer since October. Past 2 weeks I've cut out refined sugars and flour. I want to lose 40+ more lbs. I'm 179.2 today and I'm going to judge my goals based on composition so I don't necessarily have a…
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gaining back lost weight quickly
Hello, Ive been using this site for years and finally reached a comfortable weight of 155lbs (Im female 5'4) I started at 110lbs. Recently, I lost a lot of weight, about 15 pounds putting me at 140. I wanted to loose a few pounds (to about 150), but unintentionally lost more. I feel entirely too small now I hate it. I am…
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How can I change my goal?
When I signed up, I said my goal was to lose weight. But I changed my mind and I want to build muscle. How can I change my goal on the app?
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How do I get a bodybuilder physique if I'm skinny fat
I need nutrition facts and any other tips for getting a bodybuilder physique if I'm skinny fat
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Bent Over Row: EZ Bar vs Straight Bar
I initially started rowing (years ago) when I only had dumbbells. Once I picked up a barbell and got more serious about lifting I switched to a straight bar. It's easy to notice the potential difference in allowable range of motion when moving from DB to BB. I ended up getting an EZ bar as a package deal when I was looking…
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Waist trainers
I'm on a weight gain journey.. I'm putting on the pounds but seems like most of it goes to my stomach! Looks like I'm pregnant and I hate it. I was thinking about buying a waist trainer but not sure if it works. Does anyone know anything about waist trainers and what are the best kind to get...thanks!
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MAPS Anabolic Reviews?
Wondering if anyone has any feedback on this? Just started today. It seems to lack legs and I may just add an additional hypertrophy leg day.
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Trying to gain weight but losing it instead?
At 96lbs my doctor told me I need to gain weight to stay on a medication and I haven't made great progress but at least some nonetheless. Recently I got sick and found it hard to eat anything for a few days and when I went to the doctors I was down to 87lbs. Over the passed week as I've been able to eat regularly again I…
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Unintended weight loss
Just wondering if anyone can help me shed light on this. I should start by saying I have spoken to my doctor and she isn't concerned about it. I joined MyFitnesspal about 5 years ago as I was underweight and needed to gain. Managed to get up to around 58 kgs which felt and looked right for me. I wad able to pretty much…
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Best weights to start with for females?
Hi! I’m looking to start some weight training. Is a 7kg dumbell too heavy? I’m 39 and fairly fit. Any tips for a shoulder press using a dumbell? Thanks! :)
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i want to gain 40 pounds....
SO, I've wanted to gain about 40 pounds and I am just about there. I am 5'4 female i started my journey at 110 and I have slowly packed on about 38 pounds...just shy of 40. putting my goal weight at 150. I know its slightly overweight per BMI but I like the way I look. I dont feel like i am overweight, but I would like…
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The Seven Types of "Hard-Gainers": An Archetypal Evaluation (credit: u/OatsAndWhey and r/gainit)
https://www.reddit.com/r/gainit/comments/vuhjec/moderator_contribution_the_seven_types_of/ Good Morning Guys and Gals, Been a bit since I've been here - but I thought this was well done, funny, and relevant to many users on this particular forum. The Picky Eater I don't really LIKE to eat, if I'm honest with myself. I eat…
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How many days per week do you lift?
How many days per week do you lift?
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Currently weight 150 Lbs. Looking to hit 175-180 Lbs
I have lost a lot of weight in the past 2-3 years and I am looking to gain at least 20 lbs as soon as humanly possible. I started going to the gym routinely since the last week of June 2022, drinking "super" protein shakes with fruit, peanut butter, etc first thing in the morning at 530 AM before I go to work, and I am…
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Who is cutting? :)
Getting back into show shape after bulk...never fun but a necessary evil lol. Anyone else there?
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myfitnesspal app
Hi, my mane is Mohaned. realy I had a good experience with the myfitnesspal app. I have been in bodybuilding since 2017. my weight was 65kg meanwhile I am 180cm tall. I tried many things ( diet, nutrition,...etc) but unfortunately, I did not gain even 1kg after two years of heading to the gym regularly. I have given up and…
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Gaining weight
I’ve noticed there is like nobody hear that is actively trying to GAIN weight, I’m under weight but quite fit, I’d love to have others who have struggles gaining weight and those who are active/want to be!
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Creatine and aesthetics, does it help or hurt, is it worth it? ...
I think I'm going to discontinue creatine... Benefits: I suspect that once I stop taking it, I'll lose like 10lbs of extra water, look thinner and leaner and feel better. Drawbacks: Concerned I'll lose strength and size Not sure its worth it to supplement anyway, if I already get enough, then it's just causing unnecessary…
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Yoo, I've just gotten the app and am clueless.
I am trying to gain weight and mass. 3.3 k calories daily
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Body fat%
I would like to reduce body fat % I do weights and have protein shakes . I am in a calorie deficit. Any tips please .
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Workout plan
I’ve been working out for a while now and I’m not really seeing any progress. I’m working out at home because I’m not confident enough to go to the gym yet. I’m trying to build muscles and just wanted to know if any of you got any tips on how to make my workout plan and meal plan or just any kind of advice that could help…
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Might be going to a gym
I’m nervous to go to a gym and plan to sometime next week. Any tips? I know form is everything so I will watch some how to videos for things but I know I won’t know what machines to use and am nervous to ask people. Do you think the staff would help me get started instead?
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Looking for friends
I'm new here and non of my friends use MFP so here i am
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Is my progress so far reasonable?
First post, sorry if in wrong forum. I have always had a rough time gaining weight. 6ft, 145 out of high school. Averaging 155 at 40. I have been working out 3-4 times a week since Jan. I’m up to 173 now and do see/feel results. Is my progress reasonable or am I not pushing myself hard enough? I’m not sure how fast I…