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The appetite is not there to gain weight
I’m sharing just in case there are others out there who have the same problem.. I’ve been working out and trying to build muscles and gain weight for almost 3 years now. It’s quite a big challenge for me since I don’t have the appetite to eat properly as I should (3-4 times per day, around 2,000 calories, 100 grams of…
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Good Layne laugh...offenders of science
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJN6g-PWZRM I applaud Layne on his accuracy about the thiomersol claims (only in multi-dose versions rarely used) and context of dosage vs a can of tuna
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Should I count the calories in seasonings?
Im just wondering if it would affect my calorie intake
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Competition food
I’ve got a PL comp in a couple of weeks: weigh in at 8am then lifts from 10am, should be finished by 2pm. For all the experienced lifters out there, what do you take to eat? Do you just rely on sugar and stuff like flapjack to get you through? I generally eat a lot (for my size) but I can’t deadlift on a full tummy... any…
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Bulking Tummy Weight Gain only
Hi I’ve been bulking for the first time over the past couple months. I’m about 200 to 250 over my maintenance and I’ve gained 2 1/2 lbs since Dec. I’m ok with slow progress cause I didn’t want to gain a lot of fat at one time. I’ve since some muscle gains but I’ve noticed in the past few weeks my tummy feeling more bloated…
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How to gain weight
Need diet plan to gain weight for an average indian.
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Gaining muscle for female petite body type
Any suggestions for gaining more muscle for female petite body type ? Im 5’,100#, 18-20% body fat. I do 30 mins cardio 5x week. 60-90 min strength training 3x week. My biggest struggle is probably not eating enough, but currently using MFP for 1800 cal diet, 50/30/20 macros, using 1 serving BCAA and protein shake during…
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Recommend me some workout programs or routines
I go to the gym twice a week and normally do a fully body workout of majority compound exercises. On other days, I play football/soccer. I am also eating a surplus of calories. Can someone reccommend me a good workout routine for muscle and strength building that I can perform for my twice a week gym sessions?
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I’ve been lifting for a few weeks
I know it take a long time to grow muscle but i haven’t gained a pound should I increase my calories or continue doing what I’m doing? And wait How do I know my bulk is working?
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Need tips for muscle growth
Hi! I’m trying to gain as much as possible but I am not getting the results I want. I work out 6 days a week. My routine consists of: chest/biceps day, leg day, triceps and shoulders day and back and calves day. I also run for 15minutes after the workouts and manage between 3-3.5km. I walk every day for approx. 12k steps.…
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Gained weight
Ugh alittle to much celebrating for my birthday 😓😓
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Calorie Count Log and Strength Training- How do I calculate this? Is it necessary?
Forgive me if I am posting this in the wrong spot. I just started doing a different routine (adding weights, squats, etc) to my workout, but I don't see a place where I can add calories burned. Is it necessary for me to figure out how many calories were burned when I do any strength training, or can I just skip this? I was…
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Struggling with appetite
I'm two months into the SL program and I'm seeing some great results. Issue is my appetite has taken a huge nosedive. I workout 6 days a week and eat about about 1400 cals a day (and it's a reach to eat that much). I did a few online calculators and my TDEE is 2200 cals for maintenance. Ultimately my goal is to gain muscle…
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Building arms with compound movements
Why is every part of my body growing except my arms? Im doing compound exercises such as deadlifts, benchpress and rows. My back, chest and abs have grown but my arms remain small. Why does this happen?
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Building muscle guidance please
I’ve been on a diet for about 6 months. I excersize 3-4x a week for 1 hour. I’ve lost 10 dress sizes, 44lbs and 8 inches from waist. Sounds amazing yes it was but now I’m more into building muscle. My biceps are honestly fine and my hamstrings/whole legs in general are really looking good with low fat on them. So... what’s…
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Noodle body
Hey there, I have always been a noodle!! Yep like spaghetti, I started this journey at 110# now I'm at 123, goal is 145 I'm tall so will probly aim for 160 after meeting 145. Thought gaing would be easier after kids and such but NO!!!
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Dont know what to eat to bulk
I’m bulking using compound lifts a few times a week I know I need to eat about 2500 calories but I’m not sure what kind of things to eat Can anyone give me suggestions I don’t eat junk food at all or sugary drinks My go to is pasta but I don’t know if that’s right Open to suggestions
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Advice please
I feel like I look too soft. I want more definition but I'm unsure the best way to get it. I know fat loss will help reveal the muscles I have. But I'm not sure if I have much to reveal. I have been 6 pounds lighter than this and honestly looked about the same. I lost around 20 pounds in 2017, I didn't lift weights at that…
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Dexa scan!
I've been checking my body fat with the hand held dual grip body fat analyzer at my gym. It's been reading between 5% and 8%. I'm curious how accurate it is and wanted another option so I scheduled a dexa scan for September 29th. Trying to see how low I can get my bf for the test so cutting back calories for the next 2…
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Training Fasted... Is it beneficial?
Fasting in general... Who fast’? Which method of fasting do you use? How do you feel while fasting? And most importantly; how do you break your fast?
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how to eat more for weight training
hi newbie here, not new to exercise but to looking at gaining more muscle and definition. im currently eating in deficit to get body fat down from 25%, im pretty small (size 8 53kg) but quite wobbly, usual jelly thighs, clapping butt cheeks and got a grab of loose belly not sure if that's skin or fat :# ive been trying to…
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Gaining weight and weight training
The thing is is I don't want to gain weight when I'm lifting weights but I gain muscle and I do. Due to a back injury I stoped and boom I started losing weight within a week any cure to this?
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Slight surplus, or Advanced surplus... Which is best?
250, 500, 1,000? How many calories should you consume to build quality muscle and get stronger?
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Who's on that Gainz Train????
I've been celebrating all the birthdays, eating all the foods, enjoying life & aiming for all the gainz! Sounds like I'm #havingmycakeandeatingittoo 😜 did somebody just say 🍰😋 Did some legs at the bar! Here's my poison: Leg press 5x12 Hip Thrust (I did regular & leg ext kind) 7x12 Bulgarian Split Squats ss w/ barbell stiff…
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I’m new. Goal weight?
I’m looking to gain muscle mass. Started out extremely thin. I have been exercising daily for a couple years and have made some progress that I’m really pleased with. However, it has been slow and I think I’ve not been eating enough. Anyone have a benchmark weight for a 6’1” musuclar guy? So I can work out how many…
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Pre Workout Nutrition and Supplements
How do y’all like to get prepped for your workouts? Fasted? Little something? A bunch of carbs? Some fats and protein? What kind of pre workout supplements y’all take?
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2019 Arnold Classic Livestream
For those interested/bored: https://www.youtube.com/user/ArnoldSportsFestival Please no spoilers until after the weekend is over; predictions, thoughts, discussion, etc. more than welcome
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Training Splits... Which are best for your goals?
Training twice a week or, 7 days a week? Which is the best? Which type of splits do y’all enjoy the most?
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Front squats
I'm used to doing back squats but would like to give front squats a go. I've never done front squats so wondering if anyone has any tips. Where foot positions arm position etc should be. I don't want to look like a complete idiot in the gym trying this and can't even get the basics of the movement correct. TIA!
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Help for the VEGAN BODYBUILDER
Is there anyone who can share "knowledgeable" information on how I can eat properly as a Vegan as I prepare for a show (in cut phase). :#