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5 ft 2" and bulking (when 2000 cals dont seem enough?)
Hi All, i've just started on ICF 5X5 and looking to go into a lean bulk. I'm not planning to go through the cut cycle, hence a goal weight of 115 - 120lbs will be good for me for maintenance with muscle definition. My workout plan: 3 days of ICF 5X5 2 - 3 days of Cardio (1hr each approx.) My bodyfat % is pretty low for…
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New
Hello! I have lost 15 pounds in the past few months, and I have no idea why. I am very active, but I also eat a lot. I need to gain those 15 pounds back, but with a healthy muscle to fat ratio. I just got an original Total Gym at a thrift store, in an attempt to gain some muscle mass. I'm also having a tough time finding…
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Bikini/Bodybuilding Competitions
I am thinking of competing in a bikini competition some time next year. I would love some insight from people who have already competed in bodybuilding/bikini/figure etc. competitions. What I am wondering is how hard the prep is and if you had a hard time achieving you're ideal body. Also any tips for a first timer would…
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i cant put on weight!
For years people have been saying to me I look thin, witch is just as bad as keep calling someone fat. I lost a stone due to a couple of tummy bugs at the end of last year, witch in my opinion just rid me of a bit of extra timber. I got sick of people calling me thin so decided to try and bulk up bit. Problem is although I…
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Confused
Hi, new to forum so thanks for listening. Am in process of weight gain program which basically consists of all high kj food, good and bad. My previous daily intake average 5 to 6k Kj now averaging 12k per day easily.. Is this ok to do (includes drinking Extreme Body Mass). I am 45yo F . 42 kilo with a goal for 52 fast, 163…
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Gaining muscle but also gaining fat around legs and hips?
Hey guys! So my goal is to build lean mass muscle and I've been very consistent in hitting my calorie goals. I have been gaining muscle in my arms which is great because before I could fit a wrist watch over my bicep and triceps. However, I have been noticing my body has gained fat in my hips and legs. Has this happened to…
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Battle from hell
For 2 weeks now I've been consuming 6 to 8k calories a day, have only gained 2 pounds. What else more can I do?
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Help
Hey guys and girls. I am trying to gain weight. But I'm not going to dedicate my self to working out or eating the healthiest of foods. I watch everything I eat going into my nigh mouth. I am 5'3, 112 lbs I haven't gained weight since 2001. I'm an trying to eat 2.5 k calories a day but even that seem difficult. At work…
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Gaining HEALTHY weight
So I understand that you have to eat more to gain weight. It can be quite difficult though considering after eating so light for so long, your stomach tends to shrink. Does anyone have any advice on how to gain healthy weight over time while building muscle without feeling so stuffed that you feel like you're going to puke?
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Gaining weight
I just started using this a couple of days ago and I am shocked of how much I wasnt eating compared to what I thought. I'm doing about 7k calories a day and thought I was doing 10k. Anyone else know what I mean? Need friends as well. The reason why I'm eating so much to try and gain is due to having Graves' disease, which…
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First ever bulk
Haven't posted in a while. Last time it was when I did my first ever cut and dropped to 10% body fat. I stripped stubborn fat but had no lean muscle so looked skinny as hell! Made small gains halfway through my first bulk.
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breastfeeding
Hi, ill like to gain weight but im breastfeeding i dont know if ill have to eat more or what ?
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3lbs weight gain in first 4 days of bulk?!
Hello All, Current stats: 5" 2" Weight: 14 Aug: 103 lbs 17 Aug: 106 lbs Lifting: 3 days a week (ICF 5 X 5) Cardio: 2 days a week (1hr - 1.5hrs) Previous intake: Not sure, wasnt tracking much probably was undereating 1600 - 1800 cals Current intake: 2000 - 2200 cals I dont track my macros very strictly as I want a healthy…
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Pregnancy apps?
apparantly, MFP won't let me set a goal weight above 174... I wish they had a pregnancy mode that saved your pre-pregnancy weight and let you set higher goal weights. And maybe a button to "add 300 cal to maintainance goal. Does anyone have suggestions for another app that maybe sincs with MFP?
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Gaining muscle limited fat gains
after successfully gaining weight to my restored weight following a short spell of anorexia Ive managed to gain approximately 5-6 pounds of muscle since January by eating in a calorie surplus. I'm now following an intense strength & hypertrophy training programme to gain muscle and I've been incorporating short bursts of…
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new here :)
Add me! Hoping to gain some buddies to help motivate and support my weight gain journey!
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Ready to bulk or continue cut?
Hello everyone. I picked up my first weight march 1st standing 5foot10 and weighing 190 pounds. Started dieting to cut may 1st. Today i weigh 164 pounds. Been around there for 2 weeks. Some info on lifts. Bench press starting 105 pounds for one. Right now 190 lbs for one. Incline bench press starting 75 lbs for one. Right…
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Hi every one
My goal mode is skinny to beast mode
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Clean eats
I am still on my road to recovery, it's been 5 years since hospitalization for my ED. I follow a plant based diet with a strong concentration in protein and rely heavily upon protein shakes. Maintaining an active lifestyle also helps. I use and still abide the gym but try to compensate with protein shakes after.
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IF
Hy guys, any benefits of doing intermittent fasting while bulking?.It can help you with insulin sensitivity?
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Gaining weight without carbs or fat?
Hello, I'm 19 and I was just diagnosed with high amalayse levels. I have lost a lot of weight over the past few weeks, and I need to gain it back. However, with my medical condition, I cannot eat much fat or carbohydrates without causing me pain. Does anyone have an idea of how I can gain healthy weight fat and carb free?
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Recovering weight from anorexia
I am recovering y weight from 13 years with anorexia
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Bulk, get leaner and then bulk or recomp?
So i've been lurking the forums for a while (this is my first main forum post) and think I have a good general idea on how to run a bulk/cut but i'm still a bit confused on if it's what I should attempt at this point. At 5'6 and about 137 pounds (no idea of accurate BF% unfortunately) I really like the physical size that…
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Trying to build mass & strength
I need SUPPORT & ADVICE. ADD ME and let's inspire one another.
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How to add your weight training
hello everyone!! Does anyone know how to add your weight training?? To the app!! So it can add calories back to your count?
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weight gain and friends
Hi, I'm new to the community. Looking to gain weight and a few new friends in the process. :)
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Falling off the wagon :( Losing confidence - need a boost!
Hey Everyone! Hope you're all doing great. I've been having a difficult few weeks in my "mini" bulk (my first bulk - very gradual BUT I'm a recovering anorexic so this calorie surplus thing is a serious challenge in itself - but I know it's TOTALLY worth it!). I havent been making up the calories I should be taking in to…
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How numbers Astound me!!
Ok, so the break down of macro nutrients goes a little like this. (And please your feedback is welcomed :) ) 1 gram carbohydrate = 4 calories 1 gram protein = 4 calories 1 gram fat = 9 calories Ok now for those that are on my friends list know that I have been stripping my weight like crazy. June 2nd (257lbs) today…
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Constant Hunger / Putting Weight
Hey Guys, I need some advice. I'd really like to put on some muscle but I've been struggling with it quite a lot. I managed to get some gains over the past week (about 3 kg) but then I noticed I had lost it when I stepped on the scales yesterday. I got so upset that I ended up eating a LOT at the coffee shop I work for.…
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Gained weight but lost muscle mass??
Hey all, So I went to my trainer yesterday and we hopped on the scale to see where my BF and muscle compositions were at. I gained 2 lbs (down 2lbs from when I weighed myself at the dr. about a month ago) but LOST muscle mass. My trainer said she's going to tweak the training but I'm confused as to how I can be…