Women and muscle. What is your opinion?

NRSPAM
NRSPAM Posts: 961 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Just curious what people think about women and muscle. Not talking about so much muscle that it appears "masculine," but a decent amount of muscle. Toned, or maybe a little more. I, personally have struggled with my weight my whole life, since I was a little kid. I'm almost to goal now, and have a good amount of muscle right now. Would like to gain a little more, particularly in my abs, and under arms. Maybe a little more bicep. I've always been such a "big girl," and I don't want to become some frail, skinny, or weak little thing, to where I would feel like I couldn't defend myself if I needed to, because of being small. I'm only 5'3" btw. I also want my body to be a "fat burning machine," which I feel I have just about done. I choose to eat healthy, clean foods, high in protein, but if I want to splurge and eat fast food, or what many people would consider to be "forbidden" food, for skinny people, I want to eat it! And I want to burn it off easily. I believe having some extra muscle will do that for me, and so far, it has. I was speaking with a friend last night about how she was having a hard time losing weight, and that she's on a 1,200 cal diet. I tried to tell her to gain some muscle, n to up her cal. intake, n all that good stuff, n she said she's happy with 1,200 cal's/day, which is cool, but she also said she doesn't want to look "bulky." She thinks I looked bulky, although I don't think I am. I have a little bicep, but to me, it's not masculine at all, and to me, it's really not big. She's also my friend on here, so I hope she doesn't take offense to this. I wanted to ask her about it, but she's working. (Love you Reba!!! :happy: :tongue: :heart: ) So, back to subject, what do y'all think? I have gained a little bit more muscle since I took my profile pic, but not much. Also, what is your overall opinion about women, in general, and muscle. I've asked my hubby, what he thinks, and he doesn't have a problem. Actually, he's very happy with my new body, so far. :happy:
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  • JustMichelleB
    JustMichelleB Posts: 290
    I think muscles look good on everyone.
  • dixoncrew
    dixoncrew Posts: 186 Member
    I think women with well defined muscles are sexy. I want to be ripped.
  • MaraDiaz
    MaraDiaz Posts: 4,604 Member
    I think muscles look good on everyone.
  • misssiri
    misssiri Posts: 335 Member
    I'd be happy with ripped. More muscle please
  • aikasm
    aikasm Posts: 63
    i think whatever makes a woman see herself as beautiful is great, if she wants to be muscular so be it! i however have no desire to be muscular except for maybe a bit of abs, i just dont personally want that super defined look
  • bracertj
    bracertj Posts: 13 Member
    I personally prefer a little muscular definition.
  • tmhunter66
    tmhunter66 Posts: 1
    Fit guys definitely want a fit woman. Some muscles are good, it's hard for a woman to get very muscular...so I say go for it.
  • JeneticTraining
    JeneticTraining Posts: 663 Member
    Love it. Shows they've worked hard getting their muscles.
  • NormInv
    NormInv Posts: 3,303 Member
    Look nice
  • rainavsfood
    rainavsfood Posts: 79 Member
    I agree & think it's sexy on women!
  • cinrn68
    cinrn68 Posts: 215 Member
    I admire muscles on both males and females. Not "bulk", but definition is the bomb!
  • bracertj
    bracertj Posts: 13 Member
    Love it. Shows they've worked hard getting their muscles.

    Exactly
  • harlanJEN
    harlanJEN Posts: 1,089 Member
    LOVE muscles ! Picked up my first barbell at 47....
  • SatchGallamax
    SatchGallamax Posts: 549 Member
    If you like your body, and your husband likes your body, then I don't think the opinion of anyone else really matters.

    FWIW, I definitely prefer muscle definition (and working hard to achieve it!) :drinker:
  • NRSPAM
    NRSPAM Posts: 961 Member
    Love the feedback so far. You ladies look fabulous! I can definately say, that it's so much easier toting around my 18mo old! Especially when he's having a meltdown. When my oldest son was this age, I remember how hard it was for me. I was pretty out of shape, and NO muscle then, so when he was pitching a fit, it was hard to pick him up and do what I needed to with him fighting me. Lol. Plus it's so much easier and more fun to play with him n throw him around, n just be active with him! Keep the comments coming!
  • PetulantOne
    PetulantOne Posts: 2,131 Member
    I find muscles sexy on women, and love them on myself. I could care less what anyone else thinks.
  • SneakyWaff1es
    SneakyWaff1es Posts: 51 Member
    :flowerforyou: Sexy.
  • NRSPAM
    NRSPAM Posts: 961 Member
    LOVE muscles ! Picked up my first barbell at 47....

    Good for you! I'm 33, and never got into weights, really until about a year ago. Wish I would have done this sooner!
  • sunsnstatheart
    sunsnstatheart Posts: 2,544 Member
    Have you ever heard the phrase "you could bounce a quarter off dat azzz?" Yea, I like some muscle.
  • TylerJ76
    TylerJ76 Posts: 4,375 Member
    IN!
  • AABru
    AABru Posts: 610 Member
    My husband thinks women with no muscular definition look flabby--even if they are thin. I carry quite a bit of lean mass, and he doesn't seem to mind my goal of gaining more. I will say that I agree with the comment that whatever looks and feels good to you is right for you...:drinker:
    I personally want muscle to lose, so as I get older I have less issues with mobility and frailty.
  • NRSPAM
    NRSPAM Posts: 961 Member
    Have you ever heard the phrase "you could bounce a quarter off dat azzz?" Yea, I like some muscle.

    Lolol :laugh: :wink:
  • GamerLady
    GamerLady Posts: 359 Member
    I think natural muscles is nice. What's really gross is steroid muscles though, absolutely disgusting to me, just so unnatural looking.
  • ShreddedTweet
    ShreddedTweet Posts: 1,326 Member
    I definitely prefer muscles. Visible muscle definition is a mark of dedication, it's not easy to do but it's worth it!
  • angelique_redhead
    angelique_redhead Posts: 782 Member
    I think women with muscles are awesome!
  • NRSPAM
    NRSPAM Posts: 961 Member
    Last time I checked, about 1mo ago, my fat% was 26%. Fat mass appx 39lb's, lean mass of 110lb's, Total weight of 149lb's. Lost 5lb's since then, and I'm sure some inches. 2" from my abdomen, that I know of. Still have some weight to lose. Goal is 130lb's, and height 5' 3.5" I'm getting there! :happy: :wink:
  • NRSPAM
    NRSPAM Posts: 961 Member
    My husband thinks women with no muscular definition look flabby--even if they are thin. I carry quite a bit of lean mass, and he doesn't seem to mind my goal of gaining more. I will say that I agree with the comment that whatever looks and feels good to you is right for you...:drinker:
    I personally want muscle to lose, so as I get older I have less issues with mobility and frailty.

    Yes! Also, the reason most people's metabolism slows, is because of muscle loss. Muscle burns cal's. :happy: :wink:
  • Isakizza
    Isakizza Posts: 754 Member
    Just curious what people think about women and muscle.

    Women and Muscles are a MUST!!! :)
  • Huffdogg
    Huffdogg Posts: 1,934 Member
    http://imgur.com/a/A99Pl#14

    HAWT

    Muscles yes.
  • Guillotined
    Guillotined Posts: 115
    Sexy muscular legs on women :love:

    Toned women look great

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