Running for weightloss
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But I will be the "one more" that says that running doesn't build muscle. Not substantial enough to measure. If you think it does, you are just losing fat on your legs and revealing the muscle as a previous poster pointed out.
To the OP, I am in the camp that you aren't eating enough IF you are 100% certain that your food counts are accurate. I go through spurts where I am way under my calorie goals and that usually stalls me a bit. Adding a couple hundred "good" calories will usually get me back on the downslope.0 -
Nice balanced article about muscle gains from running: http://www.livestrong.com/article/398355-does-running-gain-muscle/
The article stated that running doesn't create large muscle gains, but that it could build for the relatively low level runner (which means it wouldn't be substationl, which wouldn't stall, nor raise the scale for OP). Yes, any "new" workout regimine (running, lifting, 30DS) can come with some "noob gains", but on cardio alone would be pretty minimal. Still a gain, but minimal.
And that sprinting can build more substantial. (agreed).
But hey, whatever floats your boat right?
And this was your initial post to OP in this thread:Op isn't gaining muscle from running
Article says: "However, that does depend somewhat on your starting size and shape, as well as the type of running you're doing. In certain conditions and at a relatively low level, running can build muscles in your legs."
You are cherry picking and moving the goal posts. Hey, 'whatever (apparently) floats your boat', I guess. I am more interested in being factual. As I originally stated, and as others in this thread have stated, you can and DO build muscle in your legs when you begin a running program. Period.0 -
Nice balanced article about muscle gains from running: http://www.livestrong.com/article/398355-does-running-gain-muscle/
The article stated that running doesn't create large muscle gains, but that it could build for the relatively low level runner (which means it wouldn't be substationl, which wouldn't stall, nor raise the scale for OP). Yes, any "new" workout regimine (running, lifting, 30DS) can come with some "noob gains", but on cardio alone would be pretty minimal. Still a gain, but minimal.
And that sprinting can build more substantial. (agreed).
But hey, whatever floats your boat right?
And this was your initial post to OP in this thread:Op isn't gaining muscle from running
Article says: "However, that does depend somewhat on your starting size and shape, as well as the type of running you're doing. In certain conditions and at a relatively low level, running can build muscles in your legs."
You are cherry picking and moving the goal posts. Hey, 'whatever (apparently) floats your boat', I guess. I am more interested in being factual. As I originally stated, and as others in this thread have stated, you can and DO build muscle in your legs when you begin a running program. Period.
You are also cherry picking his quote, as he followed it up with "not substantial enough for the OP to notice" or something like that.0 -
Nice balanced article about muscle gains from running: http://www.livestrong.com/article/398355-does-running-gain-muscle/
The article stated that running doesn't create large muscle gains, but that it could build for the relatively low level runner (which means it wouldn't be substationl, which wouldn't stall, nor raise the scale for OP). Yes, any "new" workout regimine (running, lifting, 30DS) can come with some "noob gains", but on cardio alone would be pretty minimal. Still a gain, but minimal.
And that sprinting can build more substantial. (agreed).
But hey, whatever floats your boat right?
And this was your initial post to OP in this thread:Op isn't gaining muscle from running
Article says: "However, that does depend somewhat on your starting size and shape, as well as the type of running you're doing. In certain conditions and at a relatively low level, running can build muscles in your legs."
You are cherry picking and moving the goal posts. Hey, 'whatever (apparently) floats your boat', I guess. I am more interested in being factual. As I originally stated, and as others in this thread have stated, you can and DO build muscle in your legs when you begin a running program. Period.
And Just as the article states, not everyone does gain muscle from starting a program. The article itself has qualifiers (starting size, condition etc..), and the article itself is far from a medical study or paper. It's over two years old, and the same website has an article from 2013 that states cardio can burn muscle in a poorly fueled body. Per the OP's net gain, poorly fueled, So no, not period.0 -
Reality is running benefits vary from person to person and body type to body type. Type of running also results in varied results. As I lose more weight I hit a plateau so I asked some one whose advice I respect and she said..."if you want to lose more weight you will have to run faster." I did as she said and it worked for me. Will it work for you? I do not know. But running is one tool in your arsenal of fitness...work with others as well. Fitness will result in appropriate weight. :happy:0
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Someone may be able to enlighten me here! I'm the same...began to run more and incorporate it with stronglifts, some interval training after those sessions, maybe spin and netball after my weight session. I'm currently eating around 1400-1500 calories, and I don't eat back exercise calories. I use a hrm and average around 350-400 calories for a 6k run. I too am not losing, nor are my measurements reducing. My diary is open too. I've also recently cut back on alcohol too, drink about two litres of water per day and weigh my food with a digital scale.0
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Reality is running benefits vary from person to person and body type to body type. Type of running also results in varied results. As I lose more weight I hit a plateau so I asked some one whose advice I respect and she said..."if you want to lose more weight you will have to run faster." I did as she said and it worked for me. Will it work for you? I do not know. But running is one tool in your arsenal of fitness...work with others as well. Fitness will result in appropriate weight. :happy:
Thanks. Posts like these are actually helpful.0 -
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You look great no matter what so your doing something right!!
I'd second logging EVERYTHING for a month and see where you are
haha, thanks and ditto!
But you're right I will start logging everything. If i bite it i'll write it!0 -
You are gaining because you are eating more than you are burning.
You are wrong. My inches are going down. I do measurements once a month. Thanks anyway
Ok then good luck! You must be a medical mystery if you defy science and gain weight on a caloric deficit. I am wondering why you posted a question when you are doing everything right.0 -
Nice balanced article about muscle gains from running: http://www.livestrong.com/article/398355-does-running-gain-muscle/
The article stated that running doesn't create large muscle gains, but that it could build for the relatively low level runner (which means it wouldn't be substationl, which wouldn't stall, nor raise the scale for OP). Yes, any "new" workout regimine (running, lifting, 30DS) can come with some "noob gains", but on cardio alone would be pretty minimal. Still a gain, but minimal.
And that sprinting can build more substantial. (agreed).
But hey, whatever floats your boat right?
And this was your initial post to OP in this thread:Op isn't gaining muscle from running
Article says: "However, that does depend somewhat on your starting size and shape, as well as the type of running you're doing. In certain conditions and at a relatively low level, running can build muscles in your legs."
You are cherry picking and moving the goal posts. Hey, 'whatever (apparently) floats your boat', I guess. I am more interested in being factual. As I originally stated, and as others in this thread have stated, you can and DO build muscle in your legs when you begin a running program. Period.
And Just as the article states, not everyone does gain muscle from starting a program. The article itself has qualifiers (starting size, condition etc..), and the article itself is far from a medical study or paper. It's over two years old, and the same website has an article from 2013 that states cardio can burn muscle in a poorly fueled body. Per the OP's net gain, poorly fueled, So no, not period.
Well, since you refuse to acknowledge your own inconsistencies in this thread, I am done! Period.0 -
A lot of non-runners, beginners, and haters (lol!) miss this important point: Improving as a runner will increase your calorie burn. An experienced runner is able to run faster for longer. So don't worry about the scale so much, train hard and you could be burning 4k, 5k, even 6k+ calories per week through running. That's a lot of beer and pop-tarts!0
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Running does build muscles. You may be losing inches - take your measurements periodically.
I ran for a year (5 miles per run) with little change to my weight. However, I lost almost 2 pants sizes that same year.
I run up and down rollercoaster hills - a great calorie boost and muscle workout. For a killer butt/thigh workout, run up the hill backwards.
I also ate 1200 calories a day (more or less) for years and found my stubborn weight confounding. I was very careful but nothing worked.
To finally budget the scale, what worked for me was going on a Shaklee shake diet. First week was only shakes/bars for every meal, and then I started the regular program (shakes/bars for 2 meals, regular meal for 1). Now I'm down 10 pounds and another size. I've been at the maintenance stage for a couple of months (same weight) and am preparing for another 10 pound plunge soon.
Taking measurements (something I'd never done before) was so encouraging. Some weeks the scale wouldn't budge but several measurements showed progress (lost fat weight/gained muscle weight). This gave me positive reinforcement (and stamina) every week regardless of what the scale said.
Good luck.0 -
Nice balanced article about muscle gains from running: http://www.livestrong.com/article/398355-does-running-gain-muscle/
The article stated that running doesn't create large muscle gains, but that it could build for the relatively low level runner (which means it wouldn't be substationl, which wouldn't stall, nor raise the scale for OP). Yes, any "new" workout regimine (running, lifting, 30DS) can come with some "noob gains", but on cardio alone would be pretty minimal. Still a gain, but minimal.
And that sprinting can build more substantial. (agreed).
But hey, whatever floats your boat right?
And this was your initial post to OP in this thread:Op isn't gaining muscle from running
Article says: "However, that does depend somewhat on your starting size and shape, as well as the type of running you're doing. In certain conditions and at a relatively low level, running can build muscles in your legs."
You are cherry picking and moving the goal posts. Hey, 'whatever (apparently) floats your boat', I guess. I am more interested in being factual. As I originally stated, and as others in this thread have stated, you can and DO build muscle in your legs when you begin a running program. Period.
And Just as the article states, not everyone does gain muscle from starting a program. The article itself has qualifiers (starting size, condition etc..), and the article itself is far from a medical study or paper. It's over two years old, and the same website has an article from 2013 that states cardio can burn muscle in a poorly fueled body. Per the OP's net gain, poorly fueled, So no, not period.
Well, since you refuse to acknowledge your own inconsistencies in this thread, I am done! Period.
Okie dokey then.0 -
You can definitely use running as a tool for weight loss. I have been running since March and have lost quite a bit of weight during that time. However, I also pay attention to what I eat. It sounds from what you have said that you may be taking in too few calories. If you are eating 1300 and burning an extra 400, your net calorie intake is only 900 calories. That's probably not enough for you. Try upping your calories and see what happens. FWIW, I eat between 1500-1700 and am losing fairly steadily.0
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With respect to the "no you can't/yes I can" argument about building muscle from running, is it possible that the "yes I can" person has lost fat so the existing musculature is more visible? I absolutely believe that running can help in that respect - I know it has for me. My leg muscles show up much more now because I've eliminated a lot of fat.0
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With respect to the "no you can't/yes I can" argument about building muscle from running, is it possible that the "yes I can" person has lost fat so the existing musculature is more visible? I absolutely believe that running can help in that respect - I know it has for me. My leg muscles show up much more now because I've eliminated a lot of fat.
Muscles showing up does not mean gaining more muscle. I would think you could maybe build some leg muscle, but not upper body. Pro marathon runners are pretty thin.0
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