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When to take things to the next level?
I feel like there is so much information out there on bodybuilding, muscle and strength building, leaning out etc. Now I am aware of Helm's pyramids and what is most important .. but I feel like everytime I think I know what I’m doing, something new comes out and I think “shoot I’m not doing that, should I?” even though…
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Potassium
My bf is on one about potassium for muscle growth and blood pressure... there is a lot of info online but the amounts suggested are insane. How much potassium do you get on any given day? I am now starting to track mine (and yes I realize that most of the database foods don't have it lol) but even checking against usda…
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Gained 18 pounds in less than a few days..is this even possible
So I was recently discharged from the hospital due to having severe anemia and had to stay overnight for 3-4 days. The whole time I was hooked up to fluids and iron supplements which for some reason made me EXTREMELY swollen. My whole body was puffed up and my legs were huge and they are actually still VERY VERY swollen…
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Need to gain 4+ pounds, please help
I'm supposed to be gaining weight, and I have been, but not at the speed I'm expected to. I don't have an eating disorder by the way, I'm just a little underweight. On Friday, I'm getting weighed and need to be at least 4-5 pounds heavier. I obviously can't gain all that weight by then, so it'll need to be temporary weight…
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MY SECRET TO GET BIG !!
To the people who harp on diet foods because they dnt taste good let me tell u "You ain't eating this *kitten* for it to taste good. You're eating because u want the results that it's going to give on the way u look. That is the main purpose of dieting ;) 4 my own diet, aims to get a breakdown of 50 percent protein, 40…
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Is a "rest day" really supposed to be for rest or just as a break from a particular exercise?
I'm starting to get into lifting and am working with the 5x5 Strong Lifts app. I lift about every other day. On my "rest days", should I be really chilling at home and relaxing or does "rest day" just mean not lifting? Should those be days I run or do body weight exercises at home?
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Proteins from legume - confused with PDCAAA concept!
Hi everyone, for context purposes, I gave a try to the program from the "4h body" book to cut fat, and embarked on mostly lean meats/eggs and legumes. I did not count my macro and think I went into too big of a caloric deficit judging by the loss of muscle mass in the mirror and the sugar cravings (I find legumes quite…
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Improving my physique
Need advise and tips what strong vs weak points of my front double bicep pose. Look profile people for more dunno how to add it to this "I'm 196lbs"
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Advice for beginners?
I have always wanted to build muscle and maybe even enter a bikin competition one day. I have watched a lot of videos and read every blog/article out there about building muscle. One of my problems is that I perfer to workout at home instead of the gym. Also figuring out the types of workouts to start with and the calorie…
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Am I maximizing my potential as a newbie with StrongLifts 5x5?
Hi all, I started StrongLifts 5x5 about 1.5 months ago. Religiously hit the gym to complete the routine 3x a week as instructed - still increasing weight every week on every exercise so far. I go slow and focus on good form. I also make sure to eat within 45 min after each workout. I am eating at maintenance with a focus…
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Okay I increased my weights until I felt a burn
So I increased my weights until I felt the burn on my legs and my butt... today I'm sore...with each set u can say I did it 100 times the weight... I did do the treadmill but nothing big... I'm actually on my month also. Do u think cause I'm sore I should take a few days off at the gym...??
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Low carb alternatives??
logging my macros daily but noticing my carb intake is stupidly high and i cant seem to hit my protein target. 40% each. Really trying to drop fat. Any food suggestions or supplement suggestions low in carbs high in protein?
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Best app based lifting programs?
I'm starting to lift and want something very structured and planned for my lifting program. I don't do well trying to think things up on my own. I need to be told what to do ;) What are the best app based lifting plans out there? I tried 5x5 a couple of times but was wondering if there were other app based plans that were…
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How to over feeling intimated and/or embarrassed at the gym?
I've only been to a gym a couple times before (honestly- like twice) but I really want to start lifting. I want to lift free weights and move forward with a beginners program so I can have some structure and hopefully see progress in my strength. I went to a big gym yesterday and it was, mentally, incredibly difficult! I…
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PLEASE READ: IIFYM or MyMacros
So I used MyMacros, an app on iPhone which tells me that at 5ft 8.5in, 134lbs and 19 years old then to gain muscle I should be eating 2100 kcals with 147g (28%) P - 58g (25%) F and 248g (47%) C. To me, this seems accurate. Although, I know that most people regard IIFYM and it's calculator to be the most accurate calculator…
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ABS
Currently I do not train my abs at all. I think I should start doing them now that I am cutting and getting lean I want something to show where should I start? How many times a week? What exercises How many sets How many reps I currently train Mon-Fri so want something that works post my normal program. Thanks :-)
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What did you wish you knew back when you first started lifting?
I am just starting to lift weights and wanted to hear what you guys and gals wish you knew when you first started. The time it took? The program that worked best for you? Was it easier or harder than expected?
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Male 150 pounds 5 ft 11 height|What is the ideal thigh measurement for wearing skinny jeans?
Stats: Male 150 pounds 5 ft 11 height BMI 20.9 What is the ideal thigh measurement for wearing skinny jeans? My lower thighs are not fuller as my upper thighs are hence want to know what should be target thigh size I need to meet?
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My knees hurt!
So I've been getting into body building this past 4/5 months and about a month ago I went to do some leg extensions but stopped immediately as pain surrounding my knees arose. Now as I bend it hurts and even more so to get back up. It won't go and I don't know what to do!!
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Gaining weight without losing abs?
So I just started counting my calories a few months ago to get my "bikini body" and I dropped from 63 Kgs to about 55, I'm 5'8. I was by no means overweight but thought my body would benefit from a little less fat and a healthier lifestyle. The issue is, I feel too skinny and I've been told I don't look particularly…
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Looking for some fellow users that are trying to bulk up, add me!
My names tyson & im 18. I've been bodybuilding seriously for a little over a year now , and have been on the process of bulking up. So anyone with tips that can help or just wanna talk training , add me!
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Lifting
Hey everyone! I am new to lifting and I am having a hard time finding what works. When I go to the gym, I find myself doing random things. My goals consist of toning, adding lean muscle, and glute building. I have 2 kids (2 years and 7 months). My lower abs are really flabby and I would like to get rid of that as well. Any…
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IIFYM help and training help
I have just got the motivation to get the body I want but what is the most effect non weight training I can do and also I am doing IIFYM
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Weight Gaining
Sleep. Workout. Eat. Repeat.
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Gaining Muscle Mass
Lifting and eating is LIFE !!
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Adding in AMRAPs?
I started lifting at home with a modified version of Stronglifts since I'm restricted a bit with how much weight I can load on the bar. I have a barbell and some weights, that's it. I've been lifting with this program since early March, so about 12 weeks. For each exercise except the squat I use one weight for a rep range…
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Bulking and cutting
I'm slightly confused. Ive read before if you wanted to bulk up you had to lift fewer reps with a heavier weight and to cut/ tone up lift a lighter weight for more reps. However what I've been reading recently is that it's all about nutrition. So to bulk up eat more calories and cut eat less. So does it matter what type of…
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I've come to conclusion cutting is not the answer for me for skinny fat
This skinny fat dilemma has been a real PITA for me. I seem to be going around in circles getting nowhere only a smaller version of myself with the same composition. Every 6 months or so I check in here with the same issues. 230lbs to 170lbs, I then went to 160lbs a year later and it made no difference, I've been as low as…
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Gaining only in my belly???
Hello. I have finally got a personal trainer the past few months and he has been trying to grow my booty and legs because I have lower back weakness. Now I probably have the flattest booty you have ever seen on a girl so I am not expecting to actual grow one. Anyways he upped my calories to 1900 a day 3 weeks ago with…
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Feeling flabby
Hi. My first post so be gentle. Last year was my first year at weight lifting and cardio and I was doing great with it and i felt great too. Fast forward this year and with sciatica and a head injury I had to stop. My question is when i was in full swing with it all I only weight 7st 4lb. I'm aged 52 and 5ft 2. I'm now 7st…