Bodybuilding

Fitness with an Invisible Disease
I'm not really new, but I've been struggling with ME/CFS for 20 years and a debilitating form since Nov. 2020. One of the "fun" symptoms I have is Post Exertional Malaise (PEM), tends to be delayed. I also have some POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) overlap. But! I have been holding remission for over 3…
Goals are in sight.
Hi there, Started in late Dec 2021. Down 26.8lbs so far. Open to new friends for motivation and accountability. MFP is a great app if you can afford premium. 💪🏼
Secret to weight lose and calories
I think I’ve a secret to all what we’re looking for.
If you lose fat you lose muscle, so...
1)Should I gain muscle or lose fat first? So I've heard that when people lose weight (fat), they will necessarily lose muscle. I've heard that if you gain muscle, you'll gain fat (presumably not enough to undo your prior work). Finally, the weight control registry highlighted that weight lifting is one of the best…
Hola! Fitness friends 🌻
Hola! Introducing myself here, new using this app and features around, been in fitness for a few years, recently getting into strength training 💪
Googling pictures of body builders, or what muscles look like
I have no idea where to post this and this seemed like the most inoffensive place but every few weeks I find myself googling pictures of body builders to see what muscles look like. I will focus on whatever muscle in my body is changing, get a good look at how it looks on body builders, then completely forget what muscles…
myfitnesspal app
Hi, my mane is Mohaned. realy I had a good experience with the myfitnesspal app. I have been in bodybuilding since 2017. my weight was 65kg meanwhile I am 180cm tall. I tried many things ( diet, nutrition,...etc) but unfortunately, I did not gain even 1kg after two years of heading to the gym regularly. I have given up and…
Not typical Look at my picture before and after
My success story is a little bit different than the typical... Thats not to make anyone else's story feel less than but its a lot! This is my story. I'm 43 years old, I started weight training when I was 11 years old at the same time I was introduced to martial arts. Both kind of went hand in hand. Also out of every school…
Intermittent fasting while trying to grow muscles
Hi All, All thoughts welcomed. So, for a few months now I have been doing intermittent fasting IF, and I've been seeing some great results. Since April, I have come down from 99kg to 87kg and I've been enjoying food, and finding some really great recipes. Weight loss was the initial goal, especially since I'm recovering…
Feel free to add
Definitely not new. Have been using MF since the app started. Comp Bodybuilder, Trainer and Martial Artist for 30+ years. Love helping people find what works for them. Its not rocket science and find todays Fitness Industry over complicates things. So feel free to add me if you want
How many calories for the shorter gals? :)
I'm 5'1 and I weigh a about 100 lbs. I'm trying to gain muscle on maintenance calories (recomposition) but I don't know if I'm eating too much, or too little. I've been eating around 1,600 calories and I while I don't want to lose weight, I want to lower my body fat %. I have gained a couple lbs since December, but I don't…
Bodybuilder to Obese
Hello, Yes, I am a former bodybuilder that is now obese. How does that happen you say? Well, it takes an all-or-nothing type personality. I went from working out 2 or 3 times a day, to eating 2 or 3 servings for dinner. It has been a roller coaster. Not only physically, but mentally. It’s hard to admit my story because I…
Flex
Flex your best or favorite body part
I need serious motivational friends
My name is Jonnie, almost 49 yr. old mother of 9. My youngest is 6 yrs old, I am finally getting my body and freedom back, I feel great. I love lifting free weights, getting into running, and hitting my macro and nutrition goals. I am super stoked about summer; gardening for both flowers and veggies. I am looking for some…
First responders???
Any first responders on here? Curious to know if there’s any others if you’d like to add me.
New here!
Hey all! Brand new here. Here’s some backstory. I’m looking to gain weight and tone up. I struggle with it greatly and am borderline below a good BMI. I’ve been eager to join the ADF was told to gain weight and gain a bit more muscle. I did however pass my assessment day with flying colours but unfortunately they wanted…
HI!
I am new to the forum but have been using myfitnesspal for almost a year. It has been a great experience and now use the app with ALL of my wellness clients. Happy to be here.
Hi
I’m new pretty new to this, I haven’t been very consistent unfortunately. Beginning my journey again to gain weight and muscle. It would be great to meet people on a similar path to keep each other motivated. I’m 34 6’2 215 gay male. Best wishes to everyone.
New to my fitness pal!
My name is Kait! I have had a Rocky fitness journey that has went extreme to dormant multiple times. I’ve did four different types of martial arts and i was in extremely good shape but I couldn’t show for it because my eating was right. Sadly, I’m not doing martial arts anymore but after a long break of 3 ish months (I’ve…
Mad Gains
i’m tripp, he/him, 21. i think i want to start bodybuilding— that is, to say, right now i would just like to get really big and strong. i’ll worry about what i want definition to look like later. i’m working on my diet and general athleticism all around. i was very active in highschool but never functionally strong, and…
I am shredded with little belly fat and I want to gain weight without getting fat. Is it possible ?
My current bodyweight is 58 kg and I want to gain weight up to 10 kg but currently my muscle visible properly and litte belly fat. My question is how can i gain weight and look muscular without getting fat? Also want to know the nutrition, exercise.
Gains?
Hey, everyone! I'm Jeffrey. I'm new to MFP. Discovered it through the Garmin Connect app. Fitness is my favorite journey. Diet, however, is not. I'm trying to gain weight. I'm 5'11". I started at 130lb. After my 1st year, I'm at 150lb. My end goal is to hit 175lb. I lift & run 5-6x/week. I hit a plateau, so I started…
Body recomp calories
Hey, I really need help calculating my calories for a body recomp. I’m 5’3, 18, and would be doing 2x a week with weights exercises. I’m just not sure how many calories and protein I should be eating on rest days and workout days. Thanks!
A NEW START
Hello everyone, After a rough couple years. I fell off the bandwagon. I’ve gain weight. To much weight. About 40 pounds😬 I’m excited to get back on my fitness. I have missed my healthy lifestyle. I’m looking to add MFP. A Community of positive women. For support. Thank you 🙏🏼
New to this
Hi I’ve been using the app for few years to track macros but didn’t realize all the other stuff on it! Getting ready to start a prep and need all the support I can get and also like to help and encourage others! Add me up and let get to it!!!
Greetings from Kasey - Great Lake Erie 53 yrs. old - 165lbs - 30lbs To Many!!
Greetings, my name is Kasey - I started a few years ago while still in attendance for my undergrad degree studies recommended by my instructor as a Spark People member and then I stopped logging and sort went out of control. My cortisol levels spiked due to depression in losing my sister to domestic violence in 2016, she…
Gaining weight
Hi I have a low appetite and fast metabolism but am looking to gain weight/ muscle. Any ideas? Also need ideas to stay motivated and on a routine. Any takers?
How to use app while on trial
I just got premium membership but don’t see how to input info and or connect with iFit watch. is it because app is still on trial?
Great to be Here!!
This app has been a game changer, and I’m so glad to join this community with others who share my same goals! Enjoy your day!! ~ Penny
Macros
Wanting to start bulking. Just did a wheelchair bodybuilding show and weighed 138.8lbs. Bulking calories are 4,050 broken down as: 500g carbs, 400g protein, and sub100g of fat. How would you adjust?

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