Weights Class
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After losing weight with cardio and doing a Body Pump class 2-3x a week for 9 months, I had much more defined muscles, and was stronger and leaner. I wasn't ripped or anything, but definitely stronger and more defined.0
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I try to keep around 1800 to 2000 calories per day. I work out about 2 hours/day, so my calories are a little higher. Mostly weighted plyometrics.0
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I have had my body fat measured using the electron technology. It's about 18%.0
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Should I expect a lot more weight gain? Should I be worried about bulking up too much?
1. Depends on how much you eat.
2. No.
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I have had my body fat measured using the electron technology. It's about 18%.
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And what?0
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the answer is NO, UNANIMOUSLY - what is your new question?0
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18% body fat is the ideal for a normal female. The idea that you gained muscle from those light of weights is preposterous. You just confused the muscle you're now seeing with the fat you lost. Obviously you're a woman, so you'll never get muscle bulk unless you're on testosterone. As such, its a good idea to actually lift heavy to gain lean body mass. Not only will it help you burn more calories during rest, but also keep you from being "skinny fat," since that's as unhealthy as being fat. You should also limit intense cardio to 30-45 mins, as more makes your body release cortisol.0
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kuzmacombat95 wrote: »18% body fat is the ideal for a normal female. The idea that you gained muscle from those light of weights is preposterous. You just confused the muscle you're now seeing with the fat you lost. Obviously you're a woman, so you'll never get muscle bulk unless you're on testosterone. As such, its a good idea to actually lift heavy to gain lean body mass. Not only will it help you burn more calories during rest, but also keep you from being "skinny fat," since that's as unhealthy as being fat. You should also limit intense cardio to 30-45 mins, as more makes your body release cortisol.
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janejellyroll wrote: »kuzmacombat95 wrote: »18% body fat is the ideal for a normal female. The idea that you gained muscle from those light of weights is preposterous. You just confused the muscle you're now seeing with the fat you lost. Obviously you're a woman, so you'll never get muscle bulk unless you're on testosterone. As such, its a good idea to actually lift heavy to gain lean body mass. Not only will it help you burn more calories during rest, but also keep you from being "skinny fat," since that's as unhealthy as being fat. You should also limit intense cardio to 30-45 mins, as more makes your body release cortisol.
Why are you reviving a three year old thread?
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