Do you lift heavy? Are you bulky?

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  • WendyTerry420
    WendyTerry420 Posts: 13,274 Member
    I'm bulky, but it's because of all the extra fat. :laugh:
  • kaee13
    kaee13 Posts: 15
    I appreciate the reply. If I do lift now, can I still eat at TDEE - 20% without eating exercise calories (since they are part of TDEE)? I guess that's what I'm most confused about.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    I appreciate the reply. If I do lift now, can I still eat at TDEE - 20% without eating exercise calories (since they are part of TDEE)? I guess that's what I'm most confused about.

    Yes you can. Same concept as any other exercise.
  • kaee13
    kaee13 Posts: 15
    Thanks!
  • Graelwyn75
    Graelwyn75 Posts: 4,404 Member
    I was most disappointed tonight to watch a series with jillian michaels where she had Bob harper on, who was talking about crosscut. And she said how she didn't want to get bigger doing the heavy weights and how he was noticeably larger. It seems strange given she seems so on top of other things, that she considers heavy weight lifting would prevent her from remaining small.
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    I was most disappointed tonight to watch a series with jillian michaels where she had Bob harper on, who was talking about crosscut. And she said how she didn't want to get bigger doing the heavy weights and how he was noticeably larger. It seems strange given she seems so on top of other things, that she considers heavy weight lifting would prevent her from remaining small.

    That's a perfect exapmple of what a ruthless sellout she is. Her physique is the product of lifting heavy, but her product that makes her rich is 30DS and all the related things- so she's saying what she needs to say to sell videos.
  • Graelwyn75
    Graelwyn75 Posts: 4,404 Member
    I was most disappointed tonight to watch a series with jillian michaels where she had Bob harper on, who was talking about crosscut. And she said how she didn't want to get bigger doing the heavy weights and how he was noticeably larger. It seems strange given she seems so on top of other things, that she considers heavy weight lifting would prevent her from remaining small.

    That's a perfect exapmple of what a ruthless sellout she is. Her physique is the product of lifting heavy, but her product that makes her rich is 30DS and all the related things- so she's saying what she needs to say to sell videos.

    Makes sense. I noticed her workouts don't use weights above 20 ibs. I wonder why she didn't market a heavy weights DVD as well/ instead of ? Anyway that is the final nail in a long line of nails in the coffin of any small bit of respect I had for her.
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    I wonder why she didn't market a heavy weights DVD as well/ instead of ?

    Because it would be the most boring video in the existence of exercise dvds. "Ok, bench press. One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Now rest a few minutes. (Plays elevator music). Ok. Let's do it again. One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Now rest...."
  • FattieBabs
    FattieBabs Posts: 542 Member
    Hi, I have lost 18 pounds in weight so far and have over the last 3 months used weight machines increasing the weights rather than the reps. I am noticing definition in arms, back etc and have dropped a dress size. I do a 10 minute warmup walking, do the weights and squats (about 30 minutes) and then 15 minutes as hard as I can on the AMT, 3 minutes fast 2 minutes slow x 3.

    I do this around 2-3 times a week which is all I can fit in.

    My question is, do I need to move to free weights and would I benefit from this? Our gym is full of men who box and train using the free weights and I feel a bit intimidated by them. I am 53 and currently weigh around 101 KG - down from 110kg. I want to get to around 70KG eventually so a long way to go.

    Thanks!
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    Free weights make a difference. I did machine weights for a year, and I was thrilled with the results I got from them, but I'm amazed at what free weights did after just a few months.

    Photos in this thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/886672-1-5-million-calories-in-775-days
  • deksgrl
    deksgrl Posts: 7,237 Member
    Yes, you would benefit from free weights. You will use your whole body for stabilization unlike with the machines which isolate your muscle groups.
  • FattieBabs
    FattieBabs Posts: 542 Member
    Thanks, I am plucking up the courage to give it a try. I will have a chat with a trainer. My gym has a 3 sessions for the price of 2 offer at the moment so might go for this.
  • angelagarvey
    angelagarvey Posts: 1
    I am no where near where I want to be and I am benching 120 for 3-5 reps. I don't consider myself bulky. I'm still loosing fat and just starting to look fit.
  • da_bears10089
    da_bears10089 Posts: 1,791 Member
    I'm pretty excited. I did my stronglifts yesterday and i was feeling a little bold with my deadlifts. I ended up doing 185# for my 5 reps. It wasn't easy, but i did it... and my form was solid too!
  • gimmegimmemoar
    gimmegimmemoar Posts: 213 Member
    I have been lifting heavier and it has made a big difference!! Not bulking up at all :)
  • kr1stadee
    kr1stadee Posts: 1,774 Member
    ... I think I need to up my handweights in class.. I use 2lb weights.. but I'm a weakling!! hahah
    I'm scared to go from 2 to 5lbs though, might find a 3 or 4 pound hand weight! haha

    I'm intimidated, you all are hot!!
  • lacurandera1
    lacurandera1 Posts: 8,083 Member
    I love it that I just saw a link to this thread in a topic posted by someone who's been lifting for 2 weeks who is made bc now the sleeves of her shirts are too tight. :)
  • hifromjamers1984
    hifromjamers1984 Posts: 300 Member
    Bump...going to pick up lifting heavy.
  • IamFocused
    IamFocused Posts: 82 Member
    You ladies look G-R-E-A-T!!!!... Thanks for sharing
  • da_bears10089
    da_bears10089 Posts: 1,791 Member
    bump
  • chosengiver
    chosengiver Posts: 1,462 Member
    I'm going to reply to this again & post a formal pic.
    I increased my weights this week.
    Squatting 100#
    Leg Press 90#
    LOVING the BURN!

    I hope to increase my bench weight in 4 weeks ((fingers crossed))

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  • ClairBears84
    ClairBears84 Posts: 531 Member
    Ok so I am new to lifting should I start light?! I am currently doing 4-5 set of 12 reps? ADVICE PLEASE, Still have 21kg to loose and lots of muscle to re-discover and work on.

    Should i go heavier and do less reps?

    HELP! PLEASE :flowerforyou:
  • ZoeLifts
    ZoeLifts Posts: 10,347 Member
    Ok so I am new to lifting should I start light?! I am currently doing 4-5 set of 12 reps? ADVICE PLEASE, Still have 21kg to loose and lots of muscle to re-discover and work on.

    Should i go heavier and do less reps?

    HELP! PLEASE :flowerforyou:

    Yes, go heavier, lower reps. Check out Stronglift 5x5 or Starting Strenght for good starting programs. Either of these are great beginner programs to follow to learn how to do correct form and to get stronger. New Rules of Lifting for Women is also highly recommended.
  • Griffin220x
    Griffin220x Posts: 399
    Not Bulky by any means, but I do lift heavy! I started working out again after being lazy for a year. Its been two months and I can finally see some six pack definition and I finished my first week of Layne Norton's PHAT routine. And I use the word routine very loosely. It's not a routine by any means but more of a guideline and I love the heavy lifting mixed in with Hypertrophy.
  • Liftnlove
    Liftnlove Posts: 235
    I never lift anything heavier than my lipstick case. It's a personal rule. I have a dozen half-naked island boys who do all my lifting...saves me a lot of strain. But yeah, I'm hugely bulky and I like it...
  • MFPfriend
    MFPfriend Posts: 1,121 Member
    Alright, so I just started this week, and I obviously am a total weakling.This week, I got pretty much just the bar for everything, except for bench. So 45 squat, 45 deadlift, 55 bench (will try OHP next week).

    What weight did you guys all start out on? I'm definitely sore, and was really pushing for the last rep, so I know I'm doing as much weight as possible. But I feel kinda lame, because in high school I was lifting triple this in most of my lifts. :/

    Also, I'm doing 5 sets of 5 reps, because I've seen it mentioned a lot. Suggestions?
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    Alright, so I just started this week, and I obviously am a total weakling.This week, I got pretty much just the bar for everything, except for bench. So 45 squat, 45 deadlift, 55 bench (will try OHP next week).

    What weight did you guys all start out on? I'm definitely sore, and was really pushing for the last rep, so I know I'm doing as much weight as possible. But I feel kinda lame, because in high school I was lifting triple this in most of my lifts. :/

    Also, I'm doing 5 sets of 5 reps, because I've seen it mentioned a lot. Suggestions?

    Starting out with the bar (or even lighter with dumbbells) is absolutely fine. Do not compare yourself to others - just make sure you are progressing. You will have relatively quick strength gains at first as your muscles 'learn how to work' in lay terms. They just need a bit of reminding.

    Make sure your form is good though.
  • stines72
    stines72 Posts: 853 Member
    You all lift so much heavier than me! :(
  • IronSmasher
    IronSmasher Posts: 3,908 Member
    I wonder why she didn't market a heavy weights DVD as well/ instead of ?

    Because it would be the most boring video in the existence of exercise dvds. "Ok, bench press. One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Now rest a few minutes. (Plays elevator music). Ok. Let's do it again. One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Now rest...."

    If it's 'Raining Blood' playing in the elevator, I'm in.

    Oh yeah, I was in here to say I used to be bulky before I lifted anything.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    You all lift so much heavier than me! :(

    As I mentioned above, you should ensure you are measuring yourself against yourself and not against others.

    We are all different sizes and at different stages in our lifting. Just keep progressing.

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