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Glute Pain (illiac crest?)
This is probably a pointless post and I should just go to the doctor but here goes anyway. I'm having some mild glute pain when I squat and deadlift. It is high on my left butt cheek. I can still squat and deadlift although I've deloaded a bit because it does bother me. Hurts only very slightly out of the gym (after squat…
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IBS issues and eating more
Getting ready to see the gastro MD. Here's my issue. I'm 23, F, and active. I run 3 x a week, perform heavy compound weight-lift around 4-5x with a few CrossFit classes here and there. BMR: 1434 Total Macro split average: 115-120 p, 180-200 carb, and 35-50 fat depending on the day. My calories are focused on whole…
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Gain muscle mass and lose fat
I am 28 years old and weigh 208 pounds. I started lifting again 3.5 months ago after not stepping foot into a gym for 10 years. I have gained strength quickly. Bench has went from 185x3 when i first started to 225x10 now. I am getting strong but i have a layer of fluff on me. How do i continue to pack on this muscle but…
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How to Ensure a Successful Lean Bulk
So this is my third or fourth time on here trying to Bulk...I lost weight 6 years ago and have always wanted to get into building muscle (I lift constantly and really have a passion for it) and bodybuilding (would like to use my skills to better my physique). However, I always fail to follow through. I know that there are…
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More Rest or More Calories?
First a little background. I am a 57 year old male, 5'5" and currently 190 pounds, sw 227. I have been eating at a deficit, 1600 calories since last October, when I started going to the gym also. I am not new to lifting, but this is the first time I have worked at it seriously. My lifting schedule is: Monday:upper body…
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New to lifting for muscle gain.
Greetings all. I'm fairly new to the healthy diet and lifting world. Reason for the change is age related and borderline unhealthy weight. I'm 47 6'1 and 145 lbs so I'm at the very bottom of the health zone for my size. I am extremely active and work in the home construction industry through the week and run sawmills on…
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Weight gain
I’m unsure if this will make sense to some but is the amount of weight you gain dependent on the amount of calories you eat - for example, if you eat a lot will you gain a bigger amount than in if you eat less or is the amount of weight you gain always the same each time?
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This app
OK so I downloaded my fitness pal and tried to connect it to my fit bit and it says it's connected but it doesn't log my steps or my calories so then I downloaded Map my ride and of course it is connected to my fitness pal but it doesn't map my ride so then I try to manually put it in but it's in kilometers and not miles…
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Post-holiday workouts....
So I just got back from a 9 day holiday and could not do any exercise while I was on my holiday. Before going on my holiday, I was consistent for weeks on my lifting program. The program consists of lifting 3 days a week. Now that I have come home in the middle of a week(on a Wednesday), should I squeeze in all 3 days into…
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How fast are your lifts progressing?
Curious as to everyone else. My lifts progressed as follows in the last month: Bench: 10+lbs Bent over row: 25+lbs Squat: 10lbs+lbs DL: 10lbs+ Incline DB bench: 5lbs+ I do other lifts but curious ab these.
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Starter weight for dumbbells.
I am a 34 year old male. I'm not too strong. I can do about about 40 pushups and a mere 3 pull-ups. I don't have too much experience weight lifting. I want to start using dumbbells. Which weight would you reccomend starting off with? I don't have access to actual dumbbells to test, but using every day objects, I estimated…
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I want to lose fats and build muscle at the same time
I am 35 years old and I have arthritis in my left knee from an old injury. I am trying to lose fats in my belly region and "love handles" but at the same time, I am looking to build more defined pecs. Please advise on how I can go about it in terms of exercise and diet.
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Be Honest: Amateur Masters Physique?
Thank you.
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How long do you stick with a program before mixing it up?
Curious to everyone’s thoughts.
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1 year weight lifting transformation
I'd just like to share my transformation and journey through weight lifting! I began working out Feb of 2018, and did a lot of random weights with a large amount of cardio. I decided to focus solely on weights around August of 2018. I have definitely progressed and gained a large amounts of muscle in my biceps, triceps,…
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Musle and tonning
Hey, I am a complete newbie, i weigh 115kgs, 6ft2 I want to gain muscle and tone up any advice please mesls too
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Facepull Fad?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIq5CB9JfKE Curious as far as what everyone's opinion is on facepulls...becoming the greatest thing since sliced bread thanks to people like Jeff Cavalier. I personally prefer other rear delt exercises (reverse flies, high rows, even straight arm pull downs - to some extent felt in rear…
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SHOULD I GAIN WEIGHT FIRST BEFORE HITTING THE GYM?
I'm really confused right now. I'm 6 foot tall 60 kilos, and having hard time eating food that are supposed to, also i find it hard to make schedule for the foods i should eat. I need help guys. TYIA!
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4 weeks bulk 2 weeks cut
Hi all need some advice please?! I was eating around 1200 cal before my vacation, i am 38 years old 156cm height and 46.6 kilos (44.6 a week ago before vacation), i train 2 times a week lifting and 2 classes of leg bums and tums. I would like to gain muscle before my next holiday in 6 weeks so i was thinking maybe i could…
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Finally getting there!
I am very proud of myself I am finally starting to see results in my arms. I was recovering from being hit by a drunk driver two years ago and was having back and neck issues. Today I am prod to say I have been pain free for the last three months.
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Leg and butt grow
Can someone advice me some exercises at home to butt and leg grow, i have skinny legs and butt and have no money for gym for now so... thank you :)
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Eating post workout
Ive been told that people will eat immediately after lifting weights to fuel their body. Curious what to eat? Protien? Carbs? Anyone do this? Like litin the car after they worout?
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40/40/20 meal planning
Is anyone doing this? If so, what do you start your day with? How many hours in between meals? How many workouts a week?
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Gaining and Toning!!
So I’m such a newbie at the gym and I’m already skinny. I just want to add more weight and tone myself. I’m aiming more for my butt, and stomach. Although I know, I will work out everything I’m just confused on putting a rountie together. Less cardio, more cardio, more legs days etc. Anything will help!
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It all helps
Doesn’t matter where you live I want friends who are walking my road
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Anyone competing in bodybuilding competitions?
Curious how many are on here. I am guessing a lot since the app is great for tracking
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Need to Decide when to Start Reverse Dieting
So, I had a crazy water weight swing over last 2.5 weeks. 212 to 201. My goal weight upon I wish to build my body and get as lean as possible is 190. I am 6' 2.5". I lose about 2 pounds a week, and I still have a lot of body fat so I am comfortable maintaining this pace. I have been losing steadily since mid December,…
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Losing not Gaining
Ok guys first post here, so let’s see giant goes. First of all my name is Efren, but everyone can just call me E. I’m 46 years old, current weight is 233 lbs. I workout with weights & do cardio about 4-5 per week. Been lifting since I was 18yrs old. I’m trying to drop down to around 228 lbs. Body fat is around 33%, it’s…
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Exercises do gain weight
What exercises can i do to gain weight and have a nice butt?
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Tips for newbie who wants to gain after losing weight.
After losing the weight (Fat) and reaching a optimal fat percentage. My butt and thighs have deflated from their former glory, but it didn't bother me as much since I know its possible to refill them using muscle. Now what are some good tips to bulk up the butt and thighs without regaining fat? Or some general good tips…