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question about how many grams of different things in a smoothie
I made a smoothie.. 250g water 75g oats 70g peanut butter i'm curious how that compares to how many grams of oats and peanut butter people have in theirs? like do most people have a lot less peanut butter and oats in theirs? or do most people use similar ratios? i'm interested if anybody uses a vastly different amount of…
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Let's get handsy ;)
I am looking to build hand strength, I need help! I have been "hanging around" on my pull up bar, is there anything else I can do!?
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IS IT TIME TO STOP BULKING? (Pics included)
Stats January: 6’0 170lb Never measured body fat but by that pic I included definitely under 12% Stats now (September): 6’0 206lb Not sure about b.f. Really proud of the strength and muscle I gained, but I get pretty embarrassed without a shirt on, something that wasn’t a problem for me before. Is this just part of bulking…
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Macro ratios for lean muscle gain.
Ive been researching timing my macros and macro ratios. Im currently trying to build lean muscle and was wondering, is there a sweet spot when it comes to macro ratios? Ive seen a lot of articles say that a 40c 30f 30p ratio works best, but others say different. Im male, 165cm, 64kg, eating between 2750- 3000 cals per day…
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My lifetime struggle
Ok so in order to keep it readable imma be straight to the point. My whole life I’ve been a skinny dude, skinny legs and arms however my torso it’s filled with belly fat so my body could be called the “skinny fat” kinda type, back on 2010 I took the decision on becoming a vegetarian so it’s been 8 years know, the first…
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New and advice needed
Hi all. I am new here and will probably be asking questions many have posted before me. I am 42 and am struggling. I recently started strength training 3 days a week doing about 9 excercises at 12 reps/3 sets each workout and about 10-30 minutes of cardio those days. On the alternate days I try to do about 30 minutes of…
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Eric Helms - "Don't Copy Bodybuilders"
Great podcast by Eric Helms, Andrea Valdez and Alberto Nuñez about what recreational/non-competitive bodybuilders should/shouldn't do compared to competitive bodybuilders, as far as training, diet, lifestyle, etc. Long podcast, but worth the watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MC3Zqq6LBxA "Are you someone who likes to…
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Am I wasting my time?
I am 63 years old and worked hard to loose 100 lbs and have maintained this for several years it is a big fear for me to gain weight. However, I have recently begun to increase my protein and calorie intake to about 200 cal above maintenance. I am lifting heavy weights every other day. I have seen a weight gain so far of 5…
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what is the best split
fairly new to the gym and have seen a lot of discussions around splits. my nutrition is good an i’m currently trying to bulk. have been using a standard bro split which i have been enjoying and seeing results from but what split does everyone recommend and why?
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Convict conditionning
Hello everyone, Has anyone of you tried any of the Convict Conditionning workout routines (like good behaviour or veterano) ? Have you seen any visual results ? Best regards.
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Can never gain weight
I don’t know what it is but for some odd reason I can never gain weight. I’m just a little bit away from being “normal” weight. I feel like I eat often, I eat three meals a day ( two in the afternoon, one in school and one after school, and then dinner; occasionally a snack as well. I don’t eat breakfast cause I don’t have…
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I need tips on how to lift my body weight
Mastered the monkey bars somewhat but chin ups are proving tough🤪😬 any tips on how to strengthen those arms?
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Gaining weight
Anyone can recommend food that are good for gaining weight
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Landmine Variations
Thought I would share these videos...lots of creative ways to use landmines (easy set ups/saves lots of time wasted setting up). Lots of good variations for shoulder & leg movements that don't lock you into position https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5Bzsmeu8e8[/youtube] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av5fuUC_9kc[/youtube]
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Should i eat more
I am currently eating 3600 cals daily for 15 days now. Trying to get stronger. I am 6’7 and im asking if i should eat more than this app tells me to.
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Bulking (first time)
For first time bulking any advice or tips? Thinking of starting now
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Does Tiking of Rest Days Matter?
I am running the following split: Power Upper Power Lower Upper Hypertrophy Lower Hypertrophy Cardio 2 Rest Days During the week, with my schedule, i have been taking one rest day on tuesdays, such thar it goes: Sunday PU Monday PL Tuesday OFF Wednesday UH Thursday LH Friday Cardio/Abs Saturday OFF However, if I take the…
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Smartwatch for weight training?
Anyone use a smartwatch to control / log their training? What watch / app works well? I have an iPhone and am considering an Apple watch as my iPhone has narrowly escaped damage a couple of times in the gym, and I like gadgets :)
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Slow cutting
I know there can be negatives to long periods in a deficit, wondering when that starts to take a toll, how long is too long? Am I doing myself a disservice by cutting too slow when it comes to muscle loss and metabolism? I just feel like i have been cutting forever (it's been about 4 months now, and will probably go to 5).…
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Should i recomp ?
Hello I'm 5"2 and my current weight Is 62kg. I am confused if I should lose few more kgs first or do body recomp ?
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Vegetarian/Vegan Weight Training/Bodybuilding
Wondering if theres any vegetarian/vegan bodybuilders in here? I'm currently a vegetarian and picked up the vegan bodybuilding book by Robert cheeke. I havent read it all yet, just the 1st few chapters and wanted to get some insight from active builders on what their intake, routine, workouts and other info thatll help me.…
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What happens after newbie gains?
I am currently on starting strength programme and heading towards phase 2 where I add in the power clean. I think I probably have another week before the deadlifts are to much to recover from 3x a week. My question is when I have taken advantage of all newbie gains and I want to get stronger will this require building…
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putting on quick muscle mass for beginner
Im now looking to put on mass on arms and chest,, in a three month time period and new to lifting, at 45 years old :smiley: Just lost alot of weight im 6'2" 220 lbs now and looking for any tips on training or positive feedback on supplements. Thanks oh first time posting on here?
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Gaining weight for child
Anyone know much re this? Very nonfussy toddler who eats anything but critically low weight. On hospital waiting list. Writing a diary. Looking for ideas while I am waiting.
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Best protein powder
I know this may be a loaded question , haha. Female/age 41/5’5/ 125 lbs looking to tone and gain muscle. Looking for something as “clean” as possible with no extra junk in it. Thanks!
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Should I do weight training or not?
Hello everyone☺ Im new on the lifting area. I used to workout at home doing some insanity workouts or running on treadmill. I got a gym membership a week ago, my goal is to lift weights to get tonner thighs and gluteus with out getting bigger 🙃 I am a shorty 5'2" and I already have big things and buns too. I dont want them…
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Pectus malformations - Lower chest advice?
1 in 1500 people have a chest malformation. I am one of those few. I have pectus carinatum, also known as "pigeon chest". Only a mild case of it tho, and it's fairly symmetrical. My curiosity struck last night, so I went googling about it. Body building seems to be a common solution to help "hide" it a bit. I didn't join…
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Reflections of protein intakes by Eric Helms
https://www.strongerbyscience.com/reflecting-on-five-years-studying-protein/ Just wanted to provide the above link. It is a very well written article by Eric Helms regarding protein requirements. The one thing that really caught my eye was the impact of timed protein in trained vs untrained individuals
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Body Recomp Questions
So, I’m kind of in a middle ground here. Here are my stats: Currently I’m 5’8 and 169 pounds, so technically still overweight BMI, although I checked my body fat percentage yesterday and it was 29%, which is supposedly healthy/acceptable range. Either way, I’m pretty close to maintenance. I think I want to lose maybe…
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Too much fat gain
Ok, I am bulking Due to school holidays and naughtyness I am in too large a surplus and putting on more fat than I need do I : - (1) go back to a 300-500 surplus and keep the fat (2) go back to maintenance until the fat evens out/goes etc (3) go to deficit for a couple of weeks My goal is the same as most - muscle gain…