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The Former Fat Boy/Girl Syndrome
http://www.jcdfitness.com/2009/10/the-former-fat-boy-syndrome/ http://www.jcdfitness.com/2012/03/former-fat-boy-syndrome-hangups/
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Female, BMI 15.9: how many calories should I eat to gain weight?
I consulted a dietitian but she was reluctant to give a specific number of calories. I pressed and she said "about 1,600" but I know my body and that I can barely maintain on that number of calories. I have trouble eating due to anxiety and easily lose weight, but find it very difficult to gain. I've tried not calorie…
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Belly fat
I'm a 36/f. 5'5" 120#.Alwyas been very thin. I carry fat on my stomach. No where else. I'm trying to gain muscle definition and mass. I've been lifting weights for a couple months (more recently started following AWorkoutRoutine). I'm eating a caloric surplus and eating healthy, good foods. I'm starting to see some muscle…
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Squat tips needed
I have been doing the sumo squat as my squat of choice and I have stalled. I decreased the weight and then tried to slowly add weight back in but I can never get beyond 55 lbs. I am 102 ish now, hip thrust 105, dead lift 95. Heck I can even bench press 55 which is nuts for me but I can't squat any heavier. I have to sumo…
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If I don't activate my muscles I don't get good results
Does anyone else have this problem? I feel like I have to constantly activate my muscles in order to feel something in my workouts, otherwise I won't get much out of it, but doing static workouts on top is strength training is time consuming.
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Pressure creates diamonds!
Triceps day! And chest of course.
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Should i continue to cut or start bulking?
Hello there. This is a long one. Currently male at 155lbs, 5'7". Back in November of 2016, I weighed around 220lbs at 5'7", and I had a depressing time which sent me into a workout frenzy. I needed to be healthy. I decided to run, workout etc. In around January of 2017, I got down to 155lbs. To this day I still have…
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People in the Madison WI area
Hi folks, I am restarting on the weight loss journey. The last time I was here, I lost nearly 40lbs and the people were tremendous. I am looking for a wonderful group of people in Madison WI area who want to work out together, help each other with meal planning, and encourage each other to be the best. Cheers! Gaurav
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How to strengthen delts when you can't raise your arms?
It's probably not possible I guess, but my delts are so very weak I can't raise my arms above my head for more than 10 seconds before they start to burn with pain and then it takes about half an hour to recover. I work a lot with my arms but always keep my elbows lower than my chest so that I don't fatigue. (I have MS and…
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Bulking vs Cutting myth
Interesting video, what do you think people?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz3AG-oCXTE
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New to the game
First time actually counting calories and keeping a clear track of macros.... this app seems very helpful! Been lifting for a few years now im hoping to achieve some more sweet gains! B)
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IIFYM
Okay then. I'm not going to deny I'm hardheaded! Haha Eating a strict clean diet does suck for the most part. Looking back through my diary, I'm pretty much eating like IIFYM anyways. Occasional stuff here and there through out the weeks as long as it fits in my Macros. Some days I miss my goal and some days I go over, not…
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Light weight a lot of repetitions
Go go go!
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Lookin for tips
Hi I'm lookin for tips and advice to help me build muscle and get bigger better results
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Hatch Squat Program
Today is day one! I will measure the ole legs and find my 1RM for front and back squat by means of a 3 rep max. I'll try and keep y'all updated on progress!
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Carb gain powders??
Have any of you successfully used a carb gainer powder with protien powder to gain weight? I'm looking at the Now foods brand. How often or how much do you need a day and how long did it take to gain? I want to gain about 5-10 lbs.
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Weight Gainers - what did you eat today?
I've just transferred from caloriecount.com, rather dismayed at losing that support! We had a gaining thread where you'd post what you ate and offer encouragement/advice as much as is needed. Anyone else up for this
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Cutting & bulking
Hey everyone. Im in desperate need of some advice. Im 28, 5'9 and weigh around 202 lbs. Although I have been lifting on and off for a few years, I'd still consider myself a novice and I'm now at the point, were I want to make some real, hard progress. I am quite endomorphic in build and have real trouble stripping away…
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18 year old looking for a program
I weigh 165 and have lifted before, I used to lift for my football team freshmen year. I'm trying to get back into a bodybuilding program but I'm finding it faily difficult not having a coach telling what lifts I'm doing that day. Any suggested programs for me ? I'm fully committed to lift everyday, I already do I just…
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Gain Muscle fast?
What's the fastest way to gain muscle ? Just curious of different method.
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90 days shape up
Starting today is my 90 get back on track let's see how it goes
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Booty Building
I do squats daily but I really want a good butt workout to help me take it to the next level and build my booty up a little faster. Any advice?
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Critique my plan
I don't want to bore anyone with repeating parts of my previous posts. So... I Can't progress on strong lifts anymore but like the simplicity. What do you think about this 3 progressively heavier warm up sets per exercise. 3x5 at the heavy weight 1x20 at half the heavy weight The next day for those exercises would be same…
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Week 2 Weight in...,.,
I've struggled as long as I can remember to keep weight on. Eating has always been a chore for me. Looking for tips in my busy life to pack on some mass. 4 pounds 1 week, second week weigh in is tomorrow. Hoping for at least a 1lb
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Lifting friends
Been using MFP for a few years and now looking for friends again. Im looking only for those who are into lifting, ive had a lot of dvd fitness friends and eliptical/ treadmill friends and they mostly seem to fade and disappear. So if your serious about lifting please add me thanks
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Need to Gain because of a Disability? New Group!
Hi, I have had MS since 2006. One of the least appreciated "gifts" from it was gastrparesis, a serious digestive disorder. I have started a group titled Digestive Disorders Weight Gain Maintain for anyone like me struggling daily to get in enough calories to survive. Anyone here with such issues is welcome to come visit!…
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Wowen - SL5x5 and NRLFW wt. loss and muscle gain
Long story, short as possible. Looking for advice/suggestions/experience. I am a 41 year old female. Have lost 50 pounds over last 2 years. Currently at 190, 5ft.10inches. Looking to lose another 20-30 pounds. I have worked out consistently for the past 2 yrs to lose the above mentioned weight. Using MFP for about the past…
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3 day lift program+ BJJ
I've been bodybuilding for about 2 or 3 years and have been doing a variety of different programs that includes splits, strength training, 10 x 10 program... you name it but for the most part I've always been weight training a minimum of four to five days a week. About a month ago i started Brazilian jiu jistu and i love…
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Doubts about Stronglifts - could do with advice/encouragement!
About me: I'm 61 and had never lifted until recently. I started using mfp last September as I wanted to gain weight and muscle. So far I've gained around 7 kgs and am not far off my goal. I suffer from IBD which is a chronic bowel disorder and also have osteoporosis and degenerative disc disease so I wanted to ease…
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What's Happening? Looking much different after just one week ...
I have a question for those with more knowledge / experience than I: I'm just able to get into the gym to lift weights after 7 months of not being able to do anything due to an injury. This week, I've gone to the gym and lifted weights (only upper body until my leg heals) three times for about 20-25 minutes total. I am…