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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…
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Six Star
Does anyone use Six Star supps? I’ve used the pre-workout as well as the protein powder for awhile now mainly because it’s affordable. How can you tell if it’s crap or not? TIA 💪🏻
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Loose fat gain muscle (2nd question)
Hello, As mentioned before I'm 6'4" the following screen grab shows my stats from the health kiosk. I am "skinny ish" with a belly. I would like to get the bigger chest and such what would you recommend?
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Low weight but still fat
I recently lost 40 lbs. I now weigh 140 & am 5'9. I want to build muscle because I'm at low body weight but high body fat. My arms & legs are sticks but my trunk is exactly that, a trunk. Is Power 90 a decent strength training program for me to start? I want something I can do without joining a gym at first. Should I eat…
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Noobie Gains and Not Gaining, need help.
I’m new to bodybuilding and I’ve struggled with gaining weight eating about 3500 calories a day (trying 4000 now). I had a question about noobie gains and what they were and how long it lasts? Since I’m a beginner is it possible that the scale isn’t changing because my muscle is growing and fat decreasing slightly? I can…
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Weight gain tips
I’m starting a weight gain journey to put on some pounds. I’m aiming to gain 1 pound per week. Any tips would be greatly appreciated. :) P.S I don’t really exercise much and I recently read something about people being skinny fat. So, I was wondering is there any exercises I could do without lifts? I would like the weight…
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Should I start bulking now?
Been on a cut for 6 months now. This is me right now. Do u think I should start bulking already? I have a flat stomach now but still can’t see my abs to be visible.
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Advice tips
Hi all I'm wanting as much weight gain advice as possible Any tips or tricks you think work what food you've eaten that's gained you weight ect. Really wanting to give it a shot and gain a few pounds would really appreciate the help thanks
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App setting for loose fat gain muscle option
Hello, The choices are Loose wight Maintain wight Loose weight What if I'm about 200 lbs 6'4" want to loose mid section fat and gain muscle.. What is the option I should take? Thank you
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Cutting to 160lbs
Slowly bring down the carbs and calories, starting to lean out. Once down it will be time to start packing on some serious muscle tissue 👍🏻
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To bulk or not to bulk?
Hi guys - needing some advice. I'm 5'3 and currently hovering at around 53kg. I'm wanting to start building more muscle but I'm unsure if I'm in the right position to start to bulk or not. My current BF% is around 25% and I read up that you shouldn't start to bulk until you're at 20% but I've been cutting for so long it…
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Guys - stretch marks on back
Did any of you guys get stretch marks on your back when going through puberty? My son had a little growth under the skin (you can see a little dark spot where it was in the stretch mark) and when it popped out, he got a stretch mark in the same spot. It was just really weird. The dermatologist said it was probably just a…
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Flabby Arms
I’ve lost 60 lbs and have the dreaded Flabby Arms! Is there an exercise to do to help or is surgery the only way?!?
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Is it bad to eat too much protein?
Hi everybody.... so according to fitness pal I am allowed 1763 calories....I’ve been only consuming on average 1200-1500 a day and I’m always over my protein suggestion. Im 5’05 and 125. I just wanna lose the flab and gain muscle. I’m new to this app and just trying to figure everything out. Lol.
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Upper/Lower split
Hi, I've been weight training about two months including 12 sessions with a personal trainer (power lifter background) after a year of starting from practically zero after stopping exercising for a few years, began walking , running, body weight exercises. I'm male 5' 7" late 40's and 155 lbs, skinny fat, I have made some…
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Impossible to hit Protein without going over Fat
I know this is all difficult, but I find it impossible to hit my protein goals without going over fat. If I stay under my fat I usually don’t have enough fiber . I’ve been barely reaching my caloric requirement while troubleshooting all of this. I’m female , 5’5 125 lbs. Any suggestions?
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Bulking and Muscle Soreness
I have seemed to achieve a pretty good rate of weight gain since starting my bulk. However, when i go to the gym, I don't really sweat or get muscle soreness. I have been doing weight training for nearly 5 years (first real bulk) and i have a good muscular base (not skinny fat). So, i have always chalked up the lack of…
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Ideal goal weight?
Right, ive been at maintenance for a while now and im thinking of starting my first bulk. Looking for a slow, clean bulk, to avoid gaining too much fat. I plan on just upping my portions to get my extra calories and obviously make sure i hit my protein goals. Currently weigh between 62kg - 63kg, height is 165cm, male,…
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Gaining muscle
Hi guys Alan here. I am approaching 60 and decided to start taking more process to build up my arms and chest. I’m 6’2” and 210lbs. A trainer at my gym tells me I should be consuming 210 grams of protein per day and I’m struggling to get it all in. Any easy way of consuming that amount. Trying to lose some fat and replace…
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6week Dorian Yates Blood and Guts Review
I just finished my second iteration of the Dorian Yates Blood and Guts workout. In my opinion it is top notch. My workout partner and I try to follow it as prescribed. It isn’t easy mentally or physically but the results are amazing. I personally have not have as much success (strength gain and appearance) with any other…