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Putting the scale away and not logging anymore
Just curious how many of you have stopped logging or loosened up on logging meals, and put the scale away? Is anyone just going by looks alone to measure progress? I’ve been cutting/gaining the same 5-8 pounds over the last year and a half and I’m just tired of keeping track. I am following a progressive lifting program (4…
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Is Strong Curves out of print?
I'm just about finished with NROLW and ready to start Strong Curves.... but can't find a paper copy for less than $85. What's up with this??
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Rotator cuff and exercise alternatives
I've had shoulder issues for the better part of this year. Stopped lifting over 3 months ago, went to doc and had MRI. MRI showed no tear, just have tendonitis (I say 'just' but its been a painful ride) and I've have been doing physical therapy. Doc gave me shots in the shoulder as well, feeling pretty good. My shoulder…
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[Beginner] Building muscle while in a deficit.
This was posted right at a year ago by someone else, and I've learned that when i bump old posts my question doesn't get answered people only read the first post. So my question is, has anyone actually lost weight in a deficit, while also building muscle? If so, what did you find was important to make it work.…
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Boxing
Hello all, Recently I have discovered a LOVE for boxing Any tips to make myself better, stronger and fitter? This can include technique, footwork and any general advice Thanks in advance
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Best type of professional to seek for correcting form for an intermediate lifter?
If you want thorough, hands on fixing of problem areas (anterior pelvic tilt, joint issues) through sports massage, stretching, mobility drills, with the ultimate goal of working on weightlifting form (esp squats and deadlifts), who would you seek out... personal trainer, athletic coach, physical therapist, FMS movement…
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First timer bodybuilding
Hey guys new to all this am on a stacking phase at the min an loving it getting ready for comps next yeah am all most moving on to my next phase drying out cutting fat etc ready for stage of any one has any advice on my next phase plz message me never done anything like this in my life
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New friends would be cool
Not that the few I have aren’t cool just be good to scroll through and see more determination and positivity on feed 😎
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Best High Calorie Protein Shakes
Any recommendations? I am getting started at the gym again. I'm currently around 90 pounds. I have Crohns disease and had surgery over a year ago. I hate my body and need to gain weight/muscle. I just have really bad gym anxiety. I am meeting with a personal trainer Tuesday. Please send good vibes! :) I want a butt again 🤣
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Mass Gainers
I’m currently bulking and want to know any opinions on mass gainer protein powders and any recommendations?
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Gained the weight but...
So my weight gain journey started back in May of this year. Im 5’4 and at the time weighed 91lbs. No I did not have an eating disorder, I was just your classic under eater who didn’t realize it. Anywho once i figured it out, i was able to gain the weight pretty fast. 30lbs in about 4 months. Im loving how I look these…
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Bulk
Going to bulk but honestly not sure what I’m doing. Goal, killer bum and toned everywhere else. I’m slim now and rather lucky with frame but just want to firm up everywhere and grow some impressive glutes. I’m only doing it to achieve a better bikini bod so I don’t need to be too strict. Don’t want to lose out on essential…
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Is this normal?
Hi, I've been following a 4 day upper lower split for almost 6 months now. I was making great progress for the first 3 months and able to progress on the exercises each workout. However, for the past two or three months I feel like I'm stalling. I was up to 110lbs on my squat but then had to lighten it and am now working…
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Its bulking time!!! With pic*
Aim +20lbs by new year!
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Cutting- Keeping it Simple?
Background. I'm 52. Not a big guy nor a big eater. I did manage to get some pounds on and then leaned down. I read a lot on this website about cutting. Seems to be over complicated Most of us are not mass monsters and will not be Ronnie Colemens types. I found the cutting process to be very simple. Eat at a slight deficit…
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Trouble hitting carbs
Hi guys, new here (first post, been lurking a lot soaking in knowledge lol). I've been tracking my calories/meals etc for a couple weeks and while i think i'm doing okay, I seem to be having a little trouble hitting my carb targets. Don't get me wrong, i'm under by about 30 or so, every so often (sometimes i manage to hit…
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Arms
I have just gotten into loosing weight, eating healthy, and exercising. However, my arms are extremely large. They don’t seem to go with my body. My arms are hereditary. Everyone on my dad’s side have extremely large arms. I have heard I needed to do extreme weight lifting, but as large as my arms are I have no strength in…
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Anyone use plant protein instead of whey?
Probably a silly question, but any differences in gains that you’ve noticed? I’m thinking of making the switch because I’m realizing that whey gives me some bloat. Are there any good complete plant proteins on the market that anyone can recommend?
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Supplements every day or on Gym days
I’m not new to the working out routine or crazy workout schedules but I am new to finding what supplements are the best and how often / much realistically I should be taking. I am on a schedule to be in the gym 5 days a week 1-3 hours a session. Moderate to hard lifting. Rest on weekends. Any tips for brands, volumes and…
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Protein, gout and gaining muscle mass
I suffer from gout (ouch!) and so am very careful about protein sources - now I'm looking to gain some muscle mass I'm wondering if there is a minimum level and how that might affect me. A rate of 1g per kg bodyweight (or more) gets mentioned a lot but even thinking about this much protein makes my toes ache. Is there a…
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Plateau
Im 6’ tall and i use to weight 288lbs and ive lost down to 253lbs with proper diet and exercise but my problem is i cant break the 250lb mark no matter what i do and its been like 3 months ill weigh one day and itll say 253lbs the next day itll say 257lbs i dont know what else to do
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Can you recommend...
I want to be sure I’m using the correct form and rotating workouts. I’m doing well, but am a very structured person. Anyone know of a good schedule with upper and lower workouts? Something for novice builders?
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Weight loss :(
I’m 20 , 5’3 and currently 96lbs. I can’t keep in weight especially in stressful times. I’m trying to get my weight back up but nothings helping:( any advice ?
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Advicee
Hey guys so I'm 21 year old female and have pretty much had a flat stomach and abs all my life as i was athletic in school. Although i was eating what ever I wanted ha. I've always been around the 8 stone 7 mark. I've gained and lost weight over my time. Over the last 2 months I have been gaining weight pretty much all…
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Bulk or nah?
I’ve already posted this question with a photo of me when I just woke up and people told me to bulk but I’m really not sure. Here are my photos as of tonight. I’m 140lbs and 5’6
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High reps vs low reps
I have read that you can gain muscle with high repetition lifting with light weight until exhaustion and do as well as low repetition with heavy weights. I am thinking about switching to this method for safety reasons. I work out by myself and don’t have a spotter. I am 63years old. Any suggestions or opinions are…
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Squatting form
Hi I’m a 61 yr old male 73kg and 177cm I’ve exercised all my life, mostly cardio with some strength work focussed on cycling Recently (12 months) started weight training now on strong lifts (5x5) Doing 3 alternate days but still doing a lot of cardio 6 hrs a week (part time spin and aerobic step instructor) I’m finding…
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muscle gain, how much monthly?
Hello everyone! I just Weighted my cell again, muscle gain on a month and 1-week 1 LB. That sound correct for beginners? I am not 20 ’s anymore perhaps that has to do with my gain of muscle. I have bing working-out 3 days a week.
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Changing from stronglifts.
Ive been doing stronglifts 5x5 for some time now, about 5 months, including a 1 month break through injury. I have found my strength has improved a lot in this time and still enjoy the program. However, i am finding the recovery time too long, mainly with squatting every workout. I am thinking of changing to either PHUL or…
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Anyone up for some Before/After pic comparison? (Spring-Summer '18)
Out of boredom, anyone interested in posting before/after pics for the upcoming summer? Doesn't matter if cutting, bulking, or recomping...timeframe not too important (1,2,3 months, etc.) In need of some motivation/boredom killing Always fun analyzing & reflecting whether one's goals come to fruition & how badly one messed…