lifting is the most horrible thing to a woman since Twiggy
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******** edited cuz' I felt like it :flowerforyou:
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How did I miss this thread today???
Anyhow, in...
...obviously.
ETA: And now I go back to read through to see how an otherwise epic thread like this could be derailed.
*sigh* MFP. This is why we can't have nice things.
Actually it is mostly ok! you will be surprised
It was *mostly* okay...but seems likely still to be derailed. (It's times like these that I wish the mods were more directly involved in the forums so they could see how the otherwise awesome flow of this thread is being unnecessarily diverted and take the rather simple steps to keep it on the rails with a few surgical mod actions.) And just so we're clear, I don't mind the dissent...it's the nonsensical delivery/inconsistency in position.0 -
Great thread!0
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I posted this earlier in another "women lifting" thread, but it bears repeating.
Consider me an example of how "bulky" you can get. My profile pic was taken 2 days ago. It's a little blurry, but I think you get the point. Unfortunately, I don't have any better shots of my physique. I'm kinda shy, but maybe I'll post some.
I've been lifting heavy for over 30 years, and I compete in powerlifting. So if anyone would get bulky from heavy lifting, it would be me. Nope. In fact, I used to compete in the 148-pound class when I was in college, but now I'm in the 123-pound class.
I just had a competition Saturday (May 11). I weighed in at 119.5. I'm 5'4" and 50 years old. My lifts were:
Squat 170 (pounds)
Bench Press 115
Deadlift 245
Total 530
Oh, the humanity. What a tragedy! :sad:
I only got "bulky" when I stopped lifting for a few years and ate ALL the food! :noway: And it wasn't pretty, let me tell you.
Anyway, don't be afraid of getting under heavy iron. Your bones will thank you later! :drinker:0 -
I'm hoping my body is a slammin' as Sara's when I'm her age. I'm constantly chasing her lifting numbers. :sad:
*hides under the desk*0 -
I'm hoping my body is a slammin' as Sara's when I'm her age. I'm constantly chasing her lifting numbers. :sad:
*hides under the desk*
If it makes you feel any better, I'm chasing her lifting numbers too.0 -
I'm hoping my body is a slammin' as Sara's when I'm her age. I'm constantly chasing her lifting numbers. :sad:
*hides under the desk*
If it makes you feel any better, I'm chasing her lifting numbers too.
I got you beat Jof, it's all good. :flowerforyou:0 -
I'm hoping my body is a slammin' as Sara's when I'm her age. I'm constantly chasing her lifting numbers. :sad:
*hides under the desk*
If it makes you feel any better, I'm chasing her lifting numbers too.
I got you beat Jof, it's all good. :flowerforyou:
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I'm hoping my body is a slammin' as Sara's when I'm her age. I'm constantly chasing her lifting numbers. :sad:
*hides under the desk*
If it makes you feel any better, I'm chasing her lifting numbers too.
I got you beat Jof, it's all good. :flowerforyou:
Nawww.... I'm sorry.0 -
In for the bulky ladies! Y'all are HOT!0
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Bump to read at home0
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Women lifting heavy weights.....not even once
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Hopefully soon I'll be manly enough to make part 2!
<-- I mean seriously, just look at my boyish figure!0 -
I am of the school of thought that you get size and strength doing heavy weights with low reps, and if you want cuts and definition, you want to do more reps and lower weights. The latter would also keep your heart rate up and help lose the fat. However, someone on my FL pointed out to me that my school of thought could be outdated. So currently, I am doing more research. You can find a lot of good info on the net (bodybuildingforum.com).
However, it must be noted, that it was not my intention to attack anyone despite the appearances. So I extend an apology. Should have been more tactful.
My own goal is to stay healthy and fit and look good. Yes, I am vain, I want to look good. So I lift heavy for the glamour muscles but also do a lot of lighter weight, more reps routines, along with cardio. So yeah, my goal is not to be able to lift the back of a truck, more like going to the beach and winning!
Google "mr. Olympia reps per set" and tell me what you learn. You couldn't be more wrong.
haha....you sure you wanted to tell me this. please read:
seems like this mr olympia guy totally agrees with me.
more additionally, haha and ho ho, we are not mr olympia guy dude! but thanks for the funnies.
http://www.ironmanmagazine.com/blog/steve/mr-olympia-muscle-the-truth/
Also, the above cited research (not the link i posted but further above) is an opinion piece and is a clown link. I was not going to post in here anymore but just my last post.
Additionally, if someone makes a nice blog post that does not make it research.
More additionally, it was said that my true colors came through when I was angry, but I was not angry nor do I lose my anger very often. A smile never left my face.
Further additionally, to each their own.
Au revoir, so long, hasta lavista, namaste...........Haha....typical reaction on your part. Disagree with the badassness of your highness on your mega thousand pound daily routine and, Oh no you insulted me, you insulted all womenzhood, how dare you, you misogynist, sexist pig of an excuse of a man!!!!!!
I sometimes smile when I'm angry too. Still means I'm angry. You took out whatever personal messed up issues you have in your personal life on somebody who's a true inspiration to many on this site.
The question is, what're you really angry about? I just don't get it. Theres plenty of help out there. For starters, eat that snickers bar and then i'll be willing you PM you a few help hotlines because it worries me how you lash out on the internet. I mean, I know you don't do that in real life because... well lets face it because that requires strength you and (according to you), you don't have any. But sometimes people mix real life and internet life and lash out in real life thinking there won't be any repercussion and are proven wrong. I think you should fix whatever is bothering you before that happens to you
Please get some help or PM me and i'll maybe point you towards folks who can help you. I worry about you dude.
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turns out my *kitten* got all 'bulky'. Yep, I'm pretty much a man now, and I'm not a bit sorry.
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V well said.. all those ladies are incredible! I also love to lift but im still erring on the side of bulky/fat *read fat*.
That said.. I can see where others are coming from when they say this kind of thing is rammed down their throats regularly. Not everyone is saying women will get bulky from lifting- the main concensus seems to be that it isn't for them becuase they don't aspire to an athletic build/visible muscles. They may not put this across in the best way however.
But when all is said and done.. I do want visible muscles and to look athletic and so I'm going to carry on in my lifting ways until I get what I want
welld done to all above :flowerforyou:
I just think perhaps everyone should lay off everyone and of course give your opinion but maybe not make it feel like a personal vendetta to all who perhaps dont agree 0 -
V well said.. all those ladies are incredible! I also love to lift but im still erring on the side of bulky/fat *read fat*.
That said.. I can see where others are coming from when they say this kind of thing is rammed down their throats regularly. Not everyone is saying women will get bulky from lifting- the main concensus seems to be that it isn't for them becuase they don't aspire to an athletic build/visible muscles. They may not put this across in the best way however.
But when all is said and done.. I do want visible muscles and to look athletic and so I'm going to carry on in my lifting ways until I get what I want welld done to all above :flowerforyou:
I just think perhaps everyone should lay off everyone and of course give your opinion but maybe not make it feel like a personal vendetta to all who perhaps dont agree
I absolutely agree that the aesthetics does get rammed down people's throats a lot. If someone does not like visible muscles, that is absolutely their prerogative and there is nothing wrong with it.
However, there are still many many threads, daily, that start with 'I don't want to get bulky' which shows that there is still a huge misconception as to what lifting will do and may well put people off strength training, which is very important outside aesthetics, especially with regard to bone density and trying to stave off osteoporosis.
Is heavy lifting the only way to go? Absolutely not. Is having visible muscles the only way to look? Absolutely not. Is strength training of any sort highly beneficial? Absolutely.0 -
V well said.. all those ladies are incredible! I also love to lift but im still erring on the side of bulky/fat *read fat*.
That said.. I can see where others are coming from when they say this kind of thing is rammed down their throats regularly. Not everyone is saying women will get bulky from lifting- the main concensus seems to be that it isn't for them becuase they don't aspire to an athletic build/visible muscles. They may not put this across in the best way however.
But when all is said and done.. I do want visible muscles and to look athletic and so I'm going to carry on in my lifting ways until I get what I want welld done to all above :flowerforyou:
I just think perhaps everyone should lay off everyone and of course give your opinion but maybe not make it feel like a personal vendetta to all who perhaps dont agree
If you know me (or rather, my posts) you will learn that I NEVER EVER encourage anyone to a workout that I think is best for them. I have ALWAYS advocated anyone and everyone to do something that they enjoy doing and can do it for a long time. Now, enjoyment can be brought on due to results. I don't necessarily like lifting myself personally. But I like the results. So now, I lift!
What this thread was geard towards wasn't so much so encouraging the ladies to weight lift, but more towards discouraging the people screaming "you will bulk if you lift as a woman!". Because that is just utter non-sense. You don't get bulky unless you want to and work REALLY hard towards it.0 -
Taunto I freakin love you man.0
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V well said.. all those ladies are incredible! I also love to lift but im still erring on the side of bulky/fat *read fat*.
That said.. I can see where others are coming from when they say this kind of thing is rammed down their throats regularly. Not everyone is saying women will get bulky from lifting- the main concensus seems to be that it isn't for them becuase they don't aspire to an athletic build/visible muscles. They may not put this across in the best way however.
But when all is said and done.. I do want visible muscles and to look athletic and so I'm going to carry on in my lifting ways until I get what I want welld done to all above :flowerforyou:
I just think perhaps everyone should lay off everyone and of course give your opinion but maybe not make it feel like a personal vendetta to all who perhaps dont agree
If you know me (or rather, my posts) you will learn that I NEVER EVER encourage anyone to a workout that I think is best for them. I have ALWAYS advocated anyone and everyone to do something that they enjoy doing and can do it for a long time. Now, enjoyment can be brought on due to results. I don't necessarily like lifting myself personally. But I like the results. So now, I lift!
What this thread was geard towards wasn't so much so encouraging the ladies to weight lift, but more towards discouraging the people screaming "you will bulk if you lift as a woman!". Because that is just utter non-sense. You don't get bulky unless you want to and work REALLY hard towards it.
I couldn't agree more, I was just making a point that I can see why these people go on rants thay lifting will make you 'bulky' (in whatever way they mean..) because really there are pretty much equal amounts of posts for both sides.
I think lifting is great I have seen my body changw in more subtle ways such as my shoulder/collar bone area is much tighter.. I probably wouldn't get thay from just running and restricting my diet, my (already large) calves are more defined and have that lovely dip, and my large behind has lifted and is more rounded! Yeah I still have a lot of body fat but it's these small changes that let me know it absolutely is right for me. Plus.. these days.. under my jiggly belly are obliques of steel! YAY SQUATS!
I guess what I was trying to say was... yay for lifting, but yay for whatever you want to do and what works for you there are just too many *you're wrong* posts (I'm not saying that is what this is at all.. just that some may see it that way)
Thanks for an awesome thread with awesome bamf females! 0 -
Excellent thread
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V well said.. all those ladies are incredible! I also love to lift but im still erring on the side of bulky/fat *read fat*.
That said.. I can see where others are coming from when they say this kind of thing is rammed down their throats regularly. Not everyone is saying women will get bulky from lifting- the main concensus seems to be that it isn't for them becuase they don't aspire to an athletic build/visible muscles. They may not put this across in the best way however.
But when all is said and done.. I do want visible muscles and to look athletic and so I'm going to carry on in my lifting ways until I get what I want welld done to all above :flowerforyou:
I just think perhaps everyone should lay off everyone and of course give your opinion but maybe not make it feel like a personal vendetta to all who perhaps dont agree
I absolutely agree that the aesthetics does get rammed down people's throats a lot. If someone does not like visible muscles, that is absolutely their prerogative and there is nothing wrong with it.
However, there are still many many threads, daily, that start with 'I don't want to get bulky' which shows that there is still a huge misconception as to what lifting will do and may well put people off strength training, which is very important outside aesthetics, especially with regard to bone density and trying to stave off osteoporosis.
Is heavy lifting the only way to go? Absolutely not. Is having visible muscles the only way to look? Absolutely not. Is strength training of any sort highly beneficial? Absolutely.
^^^ this
if someone is put off from doing something that would benefit them and help them achieve their goals, because of a reason that's that's a total myth, then really those that know it's a myth should do their best to show people that it is just a myth. That's all that's happening with these threads.... myth busting. People can take this or leave it. But for those who want to look lean and "toned" and want to firm up their bodies, then doing weight/strength training will help them achieve that, and refusing to do it for fear of "getting bulky" is counterproductive.0 -
I am a bit slow on the uptake at times...cos before I realised this was a funny thread I thought what is the OP talking about! those bodies are FABULOUS! :-D thanks for posting!0
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How did I miss this thread today???
Anyhow, in...
...obviously.
ETA: And now I go back to read through to see how an otherwise epic thread like this could be derailed.
*sigh* MFP. This is why we can't have nice things.
Actually it is mostly ok! you will be surprised
It was *mostly* okay...but seems likely still to be derailed. (It's times like these that I wish the mods were more directly involved in the forums so they could see how the otherwise awesome flow of this thread is being unnecessarily diverted and take the rather simple steps to keep it on the rails with a few surgical mod actions.) And just so we're clear, I don't mind the dissent...it's the nonsensical delivery/inconsistency in position.
*waves*......volunteer mod here.........did you report the infraction? Not all reports are for huge issues. Some are for 'wrong section' or derailing a thread and we are happy to delete the post. :drinker:
I am just here reading the thread as an MFP member.0 -
How did I miss this thread today???
Anyhow, in...
...obviously.
ETA: And now I go back to read through to see how an otherwise epic thread like this could be derailed.
*sigh* MFP. This is why we can't have nice things.
Actually it is mostly ok! you will be surprised
It was *mostly* okay...but seems likely still to be derailed. (It's times like these that I wish the mods were more directly involved in the forums so they could see how the otherwise awesome flow of this thread is being unnecessarily diverted and take the rather simple steps to keep it on the rails with a few surgical mod actions.) And just so we're clear, I don't mind the dissent...it's the nonsensical delivery/inconsistency in position.
*waves*......volunteer mod here.........did you report the infraction? Not all reports are for huge issues. Some are for 'wrong section' or derailing a thread and we are happy to delete the post. :drinker:
I am just here reading the thread as an MFP member.
Reporting you for derailment of my thread0 -
How did I miss this thread today???
Anyhow, in...
...obviously.
ETA: And now I go back to read through to see how an otherwise epic thread like this could be derailed.
*sigh* MFP. This is why we can't have nice things.
Actually it is mostly ok! you will be surprised
It was *mostly* okay...but seems likely still to be derailed. (It's times like these that I wish the mods were more directly involved in the forums so they could see how the otherwise awesome flow of this thread is being unnecessarily diverted and take the rather simple steps to keep it on the rails with a few surgical mod actions.) And just so we're clear, I don't mind the dissent...it's the nonsensical delivery/inconsistency in position.
*waves*......volunteer mod here.........did you report the infraction? Not all reports are for huge issues. Some are for 'wrong section' or derailing a thread and we are happy to delete the post. :drinker:
I am just here reading the thread as an MFP member.
Reporting you for derailment of my thread
Oh honey, if you only knew me. I could derail the Pope from Easter Services :laugh:0 -
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How did I miss this thread today???
Anyhow, in...
...obviously.
ETA: And now I go back to read through to see how an otherwise epic thread like this could be derailed.
*sigh* MFP. This is why we can't have nice things.
Actually it is mostly ok! you will be surprised
It was *mostly* okay...but seems likely still to be derailed. (It's times like these that I wish the mods were more directly involved in the forums so they could see how the otherwise awesome flow of this thread is being unnecessarily diverted and take the rather simple steps to keep it on the rails with a few surgical mod actions.) And just so we're clear, I don't mind the dissent...it's the nonsensical delivery/inconsistency in position.
*waves*......volunteer mod here.........did you report the infraction? Not all reports are for huge issues. Some are for 'wrong section' or derailing a thread and we are happy to delete the post. :drinker:
I am just here reading the thread as an MFP member.
Reporting you for derailment of my thread
Oh honey, if you only knew me. I could derail the Pope from Easter Services :laugh:
The Pope and I are best buds. He went to my college. He was also in the Presidents list with me.
I think the Pope prefers me. Sorry but your mod powers are helpless when it comes to our Pope and mine bromance. A Promance if you will!0 -
When I started at the gym this woman my age came walking towards me. All 100ish (looked like) pounds 5'2" of her. I said "I am hiring a trainer because I want to learn to lift, not to eat lettuce. I don't mean to be rude but I hope we are a good fit"
She laughed and continued to walk to the Gorilla Room, which is what I call the free weights because it looks like a cage and is all black and gray.
She then went to the linear sled and put ALL the weights on it and proceeded to do her reps. I don't remember how much the weights were, but by the 3rd rep there were 4 guys standing around us in disbelief.
Turned out she weighed closer to 120 and had stronger legs than her boyfriend 20 yrs her junior. That woman looks anything but bulky (insert drool smiley)
Now that my health is in order you have to go remind me lifting is next. Damn you Taunt(ing)o:grumble:0 -
How did I miss this thread today???
Anyhow, in...
...obviously.
ETA: And now I go back to read through to see how an otherwise epic thread like this could be derailed.
*sigh* MFP. This is why we can't have nice things.
Actually it is mostly ok! you will be surprised
It was *mostly* okay...but seems likely still to be derailed. (It's times like these that I wish the mods were more directly involved in the forums so they could see how the otherwise awesome flow of this thread is being unnecessarily diverted and take the rather simple steps to keep it on the rails with a few surgical mod actions.) And just so we're clear, I don't mind the dissent...it's the nonsensical delivery/inconsistency in position.
*waves*......volunteer mod here.........did you report the infraction? Not all reports are for huge issues. Some are for 'wrong section' or derailing a thread and we are happy to delete the post. :drinker:
I am just here reading the thread as an MFP member.
Reporting you for derailment of my thread
Oh honey, if you only knew me. I could derail the Pope from Easter Services :laugh:
The Pope and I are best buds. He went to my college. He was also in the Presidents list with me.
I think the Pope prefers me. Sorry but your mod powers are helpless when it comes to our Pope and mine bromance. A Promance if you will!
I will just quit then, the pay sux anyway 0
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