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Is It Strength Training or Circuits?
I've been doing a personal training programme based largely on machines which I'm now doing on free-weights at home too. I do the following exercises on the following reps: Leg Press (Squat at home) - 8-12 x3 (moving to single leg presses at work soon because I'm working with the whole stack at 140kg plus a 5kg plate,…
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Extreme Weight Loss & Arm Skin Improvement?
Has anyone had much luck with improving arm skin after extreme weight loss? I'm only a month into lifting, and would love to see an improvement one day. Thank you!
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newb :)
Hey All I just started lifting (fairly heavy) with my little brother about 3 weeks ago. He is into body building and definitely helps me push myself. Looking forward to sharing tips and learning more with you all!
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I'm new and looking for direction.
I'm new and trying to build muscle. I'm not the best at eating right and don't eat allot of meat. I've been small my whole life and I'm trying to gain muscle. I go to the gym about 5 days a week. I'm not sure if I should be doing protein shakes? I'm also unsure of how to set good healthy work out goals while lifting.
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Thin and want to build up muscle. Do I need protein powders?
So I have hit my weight loss goal, and have very little body fat left. I now look thin, but not necessarily fit! I want to build up some muscle. My typical workouts are bodyweight training and free weights, kettlebells, Bob Harper yoga and Jillian Michaels DVD's. Typical breakfasts are eggs, oatmeal or cereal (try to find…
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New to the group! Need support :)
I've been on MFP for almost a year and didn't know this group existed :) I recently started strength training (circuit training) several months ago and am strength training about 2 times a week. I am 5'4 and have about 25lbs to lose. I am a mom of two and would love to have other strength training mama's on my friend's…
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Need more lifting buddies :)
I'm a newbie to lifting. Up until recent my only form of strength training was BodyPump class, which I still love. It was with that class I realized I wanted to venture out to the weight room. I was recommended SL 5x5, love that it's pretty simple to follow. I'm still pretty nervous and intimated in the weight room, lol.…
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Embarrassing...
I feel so bad for the teen boys at the gym tonight. I lift more weight than they do... and I'm a 54 year old woman. Oh, dear.
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Touchy subject....Supplements BCAA?
I had a great workout at the gym this morning- I did my NROLW and was there with 2 other women who are doing the same program (almost done- I'm just beginning) they started discussing supplements the one told me to get BCAA's- the other one said if I want my kidneys to give out- and there they went- and my head phones went…
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Ultimate Female Training
I am starting the above free program aka Female Fitness Bible July 1. It is online with WO listed & how to videos. Want to join me, I welcome your friend request.
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How do you log your lifting in MFP if at all?
Just wondering how everyone keeps track of their weight lifting training. How do you track lifting in MFP? If you use MFP which of the two options do you use? Do you use some other sort of tracking method?
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Is anyone here following the Nia Shanks lifting program?
I'm thinking of starting it. I will be a beginner lifter.
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Week 1 of lifting
This was my first week of lifting. I didn't push myself too much...at least I don't think (being just the first week and all) I did but my weight increased (was sooo not happy about that) but I lost inches every where? Is that possible after just one week???? Or is it just a fluke? Also it's like the last day of AF so…
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Heartrate Monitor
For anyone who hasn't tried one of these, my absolute favorite tool for my healthy lifestyle is my pink Polar heartrate monitor. It costs $100. It's a chest strap and a watch. You plug in your weight, date of birth, gender, and height. It logs your workout time and calories burned. It also shows the amount of time you…
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Using Dumbells Exclusively?
Has anyone read this book: Ultimate Dumbbell Exercise (http://www.amazon.com/Mens-Health-Ultimate-Dumbbell-Guide/dp/159486487X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1367715845&sr=8-1&keywords=ultimate+dumbbell+guide)? My husband recently bought it on Kindle. We've been talking a lot about what we want to do going forward to progress with…
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Pre and Post lifting snacks/meals?
What are you snacking on before and after your lift sessions? I have been doing 1/2 cup of mixed nuts and a banana 30-60 mins before working out (35 mins on elliptical) and a banana and a protein shake (if I did squats and push ups) after. I'm not to sure I should continue to do the same now that I'm making a real effort…
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May "trackers" (who's still with me?)
Addicted to tracking? Need a place to brag about your results? Here ya go! Back for a 5th Time :D - Whether you're bulking, cutting, or just measuring... we want you :D ! My first Tracking day will be Friday 5/3 :) not pushing myself so i'm not sure when the next one will be, but i'll shoot for wkly or biwkly :D
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New to strength workouts
I've just started doing more strength workouts, although it mainly consists of working my way through 3 to 5 sets of 20 reps on each machine and then doing sit ups. I'd like to learn how to use free weights or medicine balls to make my routine a bit different but I'm unsure of what to do or where to start really. I…
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Looking for "lifting friends"
Looking for friends who are lifting weights and have open diaries. I didn't just want to add people nilly willy without asking first so please add me or let me know if it's ok to add you? Also can you tell me how/if you keep track of your lifting in MFP and if you "eat back" those calories etc.? I'm going to start doing…
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Starting out, need advice.
Hello :) I decided I should start lifting. I have an idea of what I need to do but I wanted some advice anyway. Right now, I do all cardio. 35 minutes of elliptical 5 days a week. Walk 2 miles the other two if weather and time permits. I want to start doing squats and some upper body strength training, 2-3 times a week.…
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5x5 or NROL, which is better?
Hey ladies, I am a beginner and it was recommended I check out both 5x5 and NROL. I picked up the book the other day. Which one is more effective and which do you do? I want to mainly build muscle and strength, I do have about 20 pounds to lose as well. I started at the gym, just finishing my second week. Ive been doing…
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Arch to back when bench pressing or not?
I was taught not to arch the back when bench pressing, but then I see others (far more buff than me ..like this woman on the YouTube video who is some kind of fitness expert) not only arching her back but putting a football to keep the arch (3.23 on the video). http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34XRmd3a8_0
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I need help!
okay, I'm freaking a little... I have lost the weight i wanted (although wouldn't hurt to lose a few more) and I really want to tighten up. First of all... I go to the gym 4 days a week. I lift for 30 min and then run for 30 min (3-4 miles). I don't lift heavy because I'm a newbie and I'm not strong yet, but I really want…
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April Results (cutting, bulking, maintaining)
So, I've changed the last month & this month (hopefully to draw in more "trackers" lol). If you are tracking anything consistantly we'd love to share your results!, I'm ending my official cut the first wk of April, but i plan to keep at it - after a possible maint wk - to get the results i'm looking for. Newbies & Oldies…
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Body Fat Scales - Reliable?
I am fairly new to strength training consistently. Am doing the Body Revolution program but am having so much fun with it and seeing the results that I want, that I want to continue some sort of strength-training/body building after these 90 days are over. I am finding out that I'm not losing weight very fast, but I'm…
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BODY PUMP
Hi Guys! Does anyone else take the Les Mills Body Pump class. If so do you know how many calories are burned in a typical class. I just started this program and would like to add it to the exercise function in this site.
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Protein Bar Debate
Heeeeey everyone - I am new here, thought it would be a good place to track my daily macros and make sure I am keeping up with everything throughout the day, especially my protein. Gaining muscle and serious about it! :) Quick question if anyone has a moment to respond - does anyone else have problems digesting some…
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NEW TO WEIGHTLIFTING
I can do cardio out of this world but have never done weightlifting I have started with the "spartacus" workout and am just starting it. Any help at all would be appreciated, even cardio/ strength training work out ideas would be appreciated.
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80% of your success is outside the gym .Do you agree?
So frustrating because i put in 100% focus and work at the gym but have come to realise my success is constantly being sabotaged by the choices i make outside the gym .Anybody share my pain ?
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Help: Getting My Core Strong
Hi All, Please can you share your tips in getting core strength!! I jog and am conscious that I my frame is beginning to lean forward. I have to correct my posture now and again. What do you do? Please share...