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How important is it to change workout programs?
I am following a free online workout program. In the program's description, it says that the program duration is 8 weeks. Does that mean I should change programs after 8 weeks? Will it still be optimal to follow the same program after the 8 weeks?
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Building muscle and loosing body fat
I am really confused about the whole loosing body fat scenario. I am currently 129lbs,5ft8,my scales say i have 24% body fat and 15% muscle. I have managed to work out what my maintenance calories are, which is 2007 calories. My break down of macros are 30% carbs,40% protein and 30% fat. I exercise regularly, I have a…
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Reducing body fat whilst gaining lean muscle
Hi, my body fat percentage is already quite low, but I was just wondering what the best way is that I could reduce it further so that my abs are more visible whilst also building lean muscle mass.
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Gaining and Losing Weight !
Hey guys ! I’m new to this platform and fitness journey ! There is so much I don’t know and it can get pretty overwhelming real quick . I want to grow and build a more fuller and toned butt but I want to slim down my thighs and maintain a skinny waist and also lose weight on my flabby arms . I’m 5’4 and I weight 124 pounds…
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Is this Normal?
With so much information available about fitness nowadays it makes me think of what I’m doing right now is correct, I’m 5,9 and 146 lbs I’m 17% body fat and I feel I have a decent amount of muscle for my age, currently I’m trying to get leaner with a goal of getting to 10% bf but I see people saying you can get lean and…
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My struggle with weight gain
Hello everyone, hope you are healthy and happy, I am 24 years old, I weigh 99 lbs (45 kgs) which is considered way too underweight compared to my 5'3 height, I struggle everyday with people's negativity, and criticism, they all keep saying you should eat more, sleep more, etc... But the thing is I know I eat enough, I…
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Do I need to cut more or lift more for slimmer thighs?
Thought 125 at 5'5" would be a good stop and re-evaluate weight but my thighs have stayed pretty much the same since my high weight as you can see. Wondering if I need to incorporate exercises I'm not already doing? I cycle and take spin class around 3/week, bodyflow class, some but not very consistent squats, leg press,…
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Headaches during training
Hi, I keep getting headaches when weight training. I'm working with a PT and he's watching my breathing, etc to make sure it's not because I'm holding my breath. I had an intense pain in my head when I used the assisted pull up machine, which left me with a dull headache that eventually settled down. And then a couple days…
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Trying to resurrect what once was
Hello all, been quite some time since I have been active on MFP. This is kind of a reintroduction of sorts. Over the last year I have seen some big life changes, all for the good. However its had a big impact on my fitness life. I spent most of Nov/Dec of 2018 working 6-7 days a week to make the OT. I moved to Lincoln NE…
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Cutting Techniques Post Bulk
This came up in a previous thread, and instead of derailing that one, I thought it would be best to post this and see if we can get a general consensus on cutting techniques post bulk to maximize fat loss, and minimize muscle loss. My basic understanding is the following:* Get sufficient protein, which I tend to define as…
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Muscle building question
Hello! I am a female and in late 20s. I have been lifting weights for 4 months now. The progress was satisfying until a couple weeks ago. My body fat was going down and seeing more definitions. Since a couple weeks ago, my body started to swell. I didnt do anything different. This is just so frustrating. Anyone know why…
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Gain/ fitness pals
Hi, I’ve been on a weight gain journey for a few months now and I have 10-12 lbs left to reach my goal. If there’s anyone out there who wants a motivation buddie lmk. I do work out 2 or 3x a week. I eat 2500 + calories
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Starting a Lifting Program while Cutting - Need Your Thoughts
I'm 5'10", down to 165lbs (17-20% bf) from 185. Want to get to 155 before bulking. I average 1-2 hours cardio per day, with a daily caloric deficit around 1,000 calories. Once I hit GW, I plan to bulk to ~170, then cut. I'm planning on beginning strong lifts 5x5, as I haven't lifted in 5+ years and thus consider myself…
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Full body workout
Hi guys if i start doing full body workouts 3 or 4 times a week.. one excerises per muscle group compound movements will it be enough for growth
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WHERE ARE MY ABS??
Hii everyone! Am wondering what’s a good workout for abs. Trying to get that summer bod! Thanks xx
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Unsure how to approach my first fitness journey
I'm going to start a fitness journey next month. In preparing for this journey I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. It's seems like a lot to keep up with macros, workouts, eating the right foods, schedule/organizing. This is my first fitness journey so I'm sure it's my nerves. My goal is to gain weight and muscle. I created a…
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Bulk and cut VS lean muscle gain
What is your approach to getting that shredded beach body? To bulk up and then cut back the fat, or to build muscle and cut fat at the same time?
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Extreme Fatigue on One Side
I started lifting heavy again about three weeks ago. I've been doing strength stuff, but haven't lifted heavy weights for at least one year (maybe six months more than that). I've been really motivated and really enjoying the challenge, but my ability to lift heavily has declined a ton. The word "heavy" means pretty…
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Best tasting protein powder?
I don't care how much it costs all I'm looking for is a vanilla that doesn't taste like crap, that is relatively high protein and reasonably low calorie. No dietary restrictions so any kind is ok.
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Thoughts on Dumbbell Program
I'm going to begin weightlifting, maintaining a defecit while I get my routine down before bulking. I haven't lifted in years. I have dumbbells and a bench, and plan on lifting every other day to allow for recovery and progressively adding weight. Essentially, I attempted to design a modified Strong Lifts program to focus…
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Powerlifting and cutting to make weight
I compete in under 69kg powerlifting I train at 74kg, I’m 70.1kg with 3 days to go My protein is 150 carbs very low If I can’t be under hot bath I’m doing and never done. Woukd losing 1kg be easy with water cutting a few hrs before comp Then I have to maintain this weight as a week later I have nationals.
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Best way to build muscle
Hello Guys, Need your help. I'm hoping someone can offer advise on what is the best way to build muscles. I'm not sure if I should start weight lifting or try TRX. I'm a father of a 9 month and 3 year old so to get a good work out in at the convenience of my home is important. From what I've read weight lifting is the…
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I need help I don’t know where to start!
Hello everyone I am new to working out and currently underweight so I do not know where to start. I want to build muscle but I am confused on how to start for fear of loosing weight can anyone help me with the absolute basics? so I can start a workout plan and meal plan
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How to train ab muscles??
What is the BEST WAY to train the ab muscles and make them grow? I know a low body fat% is required to make the 6 pack show, but what i want to know is what is the best way to make the muscles grow? Currently I perform 3 supersets of about 7 ab exercises. Not all include weights, most of them only use bodyweight. Is…
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Help me. Gaining more fat than muscle.
I’ve gotten into body building. When I first started I was eating about 1800 calories with lots of cardio. Lost fat and muscle. So I bumped it up to 1950-2000 kc-minimum cardio. However, I did the big weigh in today and my weight went from 123 to 124 and gaining about 3 pounds of fat. I’m feeling very discouraged, I don’t…
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why are my squats heavier than deadlifts
Hi all! I've been lifting for a few years now, always keeping detailed notes of each workout. lately i have been breaking PR's and lifting higher numbers than i ever have. i've noticed that for some reason, my squat numbers are always a bit higher than deadlifts. for example my squat PR is 160 for 3 reps and my deadlift PR…
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Old School gym devices/set ups
https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/7-old-school-strength-treasures-you-wish-your-gym-had.html Can't say I've used many of these devices but have implemented alternative versions mostly using cables (iron cross - straight arm cable pulldowns, one of my favorite back exercises, swing squat - landmine hack squat/TRX Sissy…
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Need help gaining muscle.
Hello MyFitnessPal Community! I have recently started a Journey on trying to gain muscle (bulking season). Except I have no idea where to start.To start off I do not know what my activity level is to even began to think about how many calories I should be eating, maybe you can help me? What my current week looks like is I…
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lower back pain from dead lifts
i've noticed some lower back pain lately with my lifts this week and i'm sure my deadlifting form is a bit off. my question is if anyone has any suggestions for the pain? i know i have to fix my form before adding weight to my deadlift. i've also been doing yoga this week but cant seem to hit the spot where it hurts. any…
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Weak chest
Any advice please, when I train my chest it just seems a lot weaker then other body parts and I struggle to lift very much weight at all, I always train it first so I’m fresh but I still struggle