Gonna start lifting weights,..... but scared i'm gonna overeat!
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ExRelaySprinter
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Well, i'm finally going to start lifting weights - after toying with the idea for some time.
But in the past, whenever i've done some kind of weight lifting i.e Kettlebells....i'm always ravenous afterwards and then end up eating anything in sight! (Cardio doesn't effect me like this).
Even after helping to move around heavy furniture the other day, i literally could've eaten a Horse!
I also plan to cut down my Cardio from 5 times a week to 3, so won't have that to "fall back on" anymore (re: burning extra calories).
Am i right in thinking lifting doesn't burn as many calories as Cardio?
Does anyone else eat loads after lifting?
I want to build Muscle, but still stay relatively the same weight (Recomp).
Any Tips, Advice etc. welcomed.
But in the past, whenever i've done some kind of weight lifting i.e Kettlebells....i'm always ravenous afterwards and then end up eating anything in sight! (Cardio doesn't effect me like this).
Even after helping to move around heavy furniture the other day, i literally could've eaten a Horse!
I also plan to cut down my Cardio from 5 times a week to 3, so won't have that to "fall back on" anymore (re: burning extra calories).
Am i right in thinking lifting doesn't burn as many calories as Cardio?
Does anyone else eat loads after lifting?
I want to build Muscle, but still stay relatively the same weight (Recomp).
Any Tips, Advice etc. welcomed.
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Protein, protein, protein
0.64 to 0.82g protein per lb bodyweight minimum
and fat 0.35g per lb of bodyweight
I get ravenous the day after a good workout normally0 -
Protein, protein, protein
0.64 to 0.82g protein per lb bodyweight minimum
and fat 0.35g per lb of bodyweight
I get ravenous the day after a good workout normally
Yes, i've been trying to add more Protein to my meals actually!
I'll start looking at adding more Fat now as well (practically ignored it in the past).
So on your ravenous days, how do you cope?
How much more would you eat on those days, compared to your "normal" eating days?0 -
More protein will help keep you fuller. I eat 150+ grams a day.0
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ExRelaySprinter wrote: »Protein, protein, protein
0.64 to 0.82g protein per lb bodyweight minimum
and fat 0.35g per lb of bodyweight
I get ravenous the day after a good workout normally
Yes, i've been trying to add more Protein to my meals actually!
I'll start looking at adding more Fat now as well (practically ignored it in the past).
So on your ravenous days, how do you cope?
How much more would you eat on those days, compared to your "normal" eating days?
During workouts I drink a vitamin / mineral electrolyte balancing drink. I ensure I'm adequately hydrated but tbh I just eat more
I'm generally less hungry on other days so eat less then and I average over the week
TBH I'm in maintenance so it's much easier now .. sometimes though it was just a matter of willpower0 -
I'm always ravenous after lifting. Literally before I leave the gym I'm starving and yep it's something that doesn't happen on cardio days. I have found that if I get some protein in right after I lift, I'm less likely to want to go home and eat all the food in the house.0
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OP - what program are you going to be running?0
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ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
ok, that is a good beginner program.
As far as feeling hungry, what is your calorie intake going to be? Is that number maintenance, deficit, etc?0 -
ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
I have been doing this program and I love it! Just this morning I did day one of week five. I am amazed at my own performance and the results are awesome.
Yes... to echo others... protein! All you can get LOL! And healthy fats.
My calorie target is set low but I am building it up slowy along with my numbers but if you're going to do strong lifts you'll have to adjust your calories.
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ExRelaySprinter wrote: »Well, i'm finally going to start lifting weights - after toying with the idea for some time.
But in the past, whenever i've done some kind of weight lifting i.e Kettlebells....i'm always ravenous afterwards and then end up eating anything in sight! (Cardio doesn't effect me like this).
Even after helping to move around heavy furniture the other day, i literally could've eaten a Horse!
I also plan to cut down my Cardio from 5 times a week to 3, so won't have that to "fall back on" anymore (re: burning extra calories).
Am i right in thinking lifting doesn't burn as many calories as Cardio?
Does anyone else eat loads after lifting?
I want to build Muscle, but still stay relatively the same weight (Recomp).
Any Tips, Advice etc. welcomed.
Some people say this is due to lack of protien, while others will say this is a lack of fiber.
my suggestion would be mix protein shake ( 30grams) with Fiber ( 20 grams) and drink it while you are working out.
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ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
As far as feeling hungry, what is your calorie intake going to be? Is that number maintenance, deficit, etc?
My TDEE is around 1900/2000 (but that's with 5 Cardio workouts a week) and yes i'm maintaining now.
That's the thing, i was confident in the fact i could easily eat 1900+ per day and the Cardio would "cover it".
Now,..... i'm a bit worried. Lol0 -
Preparation- you're hungry because your body needs/needed fuel.
I eat a small meal to get myself through the session and have something with my protein shake afterwards.0 -
ExRelaySprinter wrote: »ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
As far as feeling hungry, what is your calorie intake going to be? Is that number maintenance, deficit, etc?
My TDEE is around 1900/2000 (but that's with 5 Cardio workouts a week) and yes i'm maintaining now.
That's the thing, i was confident in the fact i could easily eat 1900+ per day and the Cardio would "cover it".
Now,..... i'm a bit worried. Lol
are you going to keep doing cardio? if yes, how many days per week?
strong lifts is a three day a week workout, right? So you can still do two days, maybe three, of cardio a week. Just make sure you have one 100% rest day.0 -
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ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
OP you might think you know how you would react to a situation but you won't know until you try. Lifting never makes me hungry. It the cardio that does through many many trials I found out this information.
It was like I thought I would have a negative reaction to logging foods with a food scale. Until I started doing it that was not the case.
Kettlebell workouts and stronglift 5x5 are two way different things so my above still applies.0 -
ExRelaySprinter wrote: »ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
As far as feeling hungry, what is your calorie intake going to be? Is that number maintenance, deficit, etc?
My TDEE is around 1900/2000 (but that's with 5 Cardio workouts a week) and yes i'm maintaining now.
That's the thing, i was confident in the fact i could easily eat 1900+ per day and the Cardio would "cover it".
Now,..... i'm a bit worried. Lol
are you going to keep doing cardio? if yes, how many days per week?
strong lifts is a three day a week workout, right? So you can still do two days, maybe three, of cardio a week. Just make sure you have one 100% rest day.
Yep, i'll still be doing 3 days Cardio....but just a bit worried it won't be enough.
But i guess, i'll just have to eat more Protein and hope for the best.0 -
ExRelaySprinter wrote: »ExRelaySprinter wrote: »ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
As far as feeling hungry, what is your calorie intake going to be? Is that number maintenance, deficit, etc?
My TDEE is around 1900/2000 (but that's with 5 Cardio workouts a week) and yes i'm maintaining now.
That's the thing, i was confident in the fact i could easily eat 1900+ per day and the Cardio would "cover it".
Now,..... i'm a bit worried. Lol
are you going to keep doing cardio? if yes, how many days per week?
strong lifts is a three day a week workout, right? So you can still do two days, maybe three, of cardio a week. Just make sure you have one 100% rest day.
Yep, i'll still be doing 3 days Cardio....but just a bit worried it won't be enough.
But i guess, i'll just have to eat more Protein and hope for the best.
keep eating 1900 and see what happens…you should be able to do a nice recomp with strong lifts …..
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yopeeps025 wrote: »ExRelaySprinter wrote: »
OP you might think you know how you would react to a situation but you won't know until you try.
Kettlebell workouts and stronglift 5x5 are two way different things so my above still applies.
Yes i get what you're saying....but anytime i've lifted anything heavy (regardless of what i'm actually lifting), it's the same outcome......Eating LOTS! Lol
But i won't let it put me off.
I'm determined to make this work.0 -
Do it! Don't be scared and don't worry about your burns. I started 5 X 5 recently and I love the changes I am seeing in my body. I still run a few times run week and play tennis once or twice, but only because I love these activities and want to take full advantage of the good weather. What I've learned is to prioritize my strength workouts so that I'm not doing strength on super tired legs. It doesn't always work out, but just keep that in mind if you notice you're not progressing as you feel you should.
I was reluctant at the verry beginning because I didn't want to hurt myself, so I got a personal trainer for a few sessions just so he could check my form and I have to say it was the best money I've ever spent. Feeling totally confident in the gym now and I also got some tips on great stretches that have improved my squat and running form.
Good luck!0
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