So you want a nice stomach
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Walking did it for me .. 5 miles a day.. i jad a muffin top.. healthy eating and walking daily!!1
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Walking my 10k steps in one go or two halves everyday helped me. It helped tone my upper arms and thighs/bum too. And improved my posture.
Running or biking isn't for everyone3 -
Hi usmcmp, great post. I do have a question about #4, because the wording is a little confusing to me. What if you just like a form of cardio such as running? Are you just saying all you need is an hour a week but more is fine, or are you suggesting that me going for a run a few times a week is actually counterproductive to me trying to get a flat stomach? If so, how would you suggest balancing the physique you want with the type of activities that you find enjoyable?
I seem to be doing a recomp (I am hovering at my current weight but losing inches) so I am either logging inaccurately or have incorrectly figured out my calorie/macro goals. I am going to use the calculator you suggested.0 -
leadslinger17 wrote: »Hi usmcmp, great post. I do have a question about #4, because the wording is a little confusing to me. What if you just like a form of cardio such as running? Are you just saying all you need is an hour a week but more is fine, or are you suggesting that me going for a run a few times a week is actually counterproductive to me trying to get a flat stomach? If so, how would you suggest balancing the physique you want with the type of activities that you find enjoyable?
I seem to be doing a recomp (I am hovering at my current weight but losing inches) so I am either logging inaccurately or have incorrectly figured out my calorie/macro goals. I am going to use the calculator you suggested.
If you enjoy running that's fine. My point with #4 (as I explained multiple times through the last 71 pages) is that there is a misconception that you get a flat and toned stomach through running, rather than through dieting and building muscle. There are people who do too much cardio and don't fuel their body enough so that the body starts using lean mass as fuel. That's when cardio can be counterproductive.
Cardio isn't necessary for fat loss. If you aren't losing weight you are eating at maintenance and logging is the usual culprit. If you enjoy running you could up your mileage while maintaining your current intake and you would lose, but at some point increased mileage makes it harder to be productive with lifting.4 -
I should have taken the time to read more of the thread, it must get tiring having to re-answer the same questions for so many people. But I do really appreciate that you took the time to help me, thank you.9
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Bump! this post is so helpful.2
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OP, great post!!!
On a second note, people don't get #4 because....
Everyone and their mom that knows nothing about recomposition, thinks high volume cardio is the answer.
Here are some cons for those who dont know, why excessive cardio is not beneficial;
1) Excessive cardio slows down metabolism
2) Produces the "skinny fat" people are puzzled about.
3) Puts stress on your joints, increase likeliness of
injury AND overeating.
Etc, etc...
Bottom line is, if you are not doing resistance training, MEANING WEIGHT TRAINING, you are not going to tone.
"How" you ask, because you are NOT promoting
muscle growth to burn fat away, and prohibiting
toning.
Thanks OP for posting!9 -
Great info!! I am learning to be patient and taking it one day at a time. In the past I wouldn't give it enough time and then quit, but I'm ditching those old habits.1
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I had a six pack through my early 30's. Super low body fat is the key.
Now that I'm a decade past that, maintaining that kind of 'look at me' physique is way too much work. I'm happy enough with a body that looks decent when clothed!3 -
I had a six pack through my early 30's. Super low body fat is the key.
Now that I'm a decade past that, maintaining that kind of 'look at me' physique is way too much work. I'm happy enough with a body that looks decent when clothed!
Most people don't want visible abs, just to not have a belly bump in clothes. I don't see how having abs is a 'look at me' physique unless they're walking around everywhere with their shirt off. A little body confidence at the pool thanks to visible abs might be the icing on the cake and it really isn't that hard to maintain. If it is then your methods need adjusting.4 -
I read the link about major calorie deficiency and cardio. I think it boils down to the sane advice of not having to big deficiency. Which we all know isn't a great idea.
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I really really want to give you a thumbs up but your number 4 is making me cringe.
Guess what. It's true! I found that out from my trainer/nutritionist. Weightlifting will make you lean. Cardio is good for your heart, but doesn't really help until you pass the hour mark or serious cardio (think long distance runners).9 -
I had a six pack through my early 30's. Super low body fat is the key.
Now that I'm a decade past that, maintaining that kind of 'look at me' physique is way too much work. I'm happy enough with a body that looks decent when clothed!
Most people don't want visible abs, just to not have a belly bump in clothes. I don't see how having abs is a 'look at me' physique unless they're walking around everywhere with their shirt off. A little body confidence at the pool thanks to visible abs might be the icing on the cake and it really isn't that hard to maintain. If it is then your methods need adjusting.
I'd imagine most people DO want visible abs...6 -
charlieaulert wrote: »I had a six pack through my early 30's. Super low body fat is the key.
Now that I'm a decade past that, maintaining that kind of 'look at me' physique is way too much work. I'm happy enough with a body that looks decent when clothed!
Most people don't want visible abs, just to not have a belly bump in clothes. I don't see how having abs is a 'look at me' physique unless they're walking around everywhere with their shirt off. A little body confidence at the pool thanks to visible abs might be the icing on the cake and it really isn't that hard to maintain. If it is then your methods need adjusting.
I'd imagine most people DO want visible abs...
You are a young male, your sample size is skewed.13 -
I want abs too! Nothing is hard to maintain when made a habit although I understand what it's meant by hard maintenance!1
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Thanks for this post! I'm still entirely new to this! For number one (this might be a stupid question but work with me) on the calculator you linked in, what do the formulas mean?0
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charlieaulert wrote: »I had a six pack through my early 30's. Super low body fat is the key.
Now that I'm a decade past that, maintaining that kind of 'look at me' physique is way too much work. I'm happy enough with a body that looks decent when clothed!
Most people don't want visible abs, just to not have a belly bump in clothes. I don't see how having abs is a 'look at me' physique unless they're walking around everywhere with their shirt off. A little body confidence at the pool thanks to visible abs might be the icing on the cake and it really isn't that hard to maintain. If it is then your methods need adjusting.
I'd imagine most people DO want visible abs...
You are a young male, your sample size is skewed.
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Oops didn’t realize I bumped this post. I thought it was stickied3
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Bumping this great post.1
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