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NROLFW
Hi all. I'm a serious newbie to lifting. I am working out at home using dumbbells and kettlebells. Unfortunately, I cannot afford a gym membership. I was interested in getting the New Rules of Lifting book. I was wondering if it provides workouts I can do from home, or do you need gym equipment? I don't want to waste my…
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Training question about light and heavy weights...
As way of introduction I'm a 57 yo female, 4'11'' and (re)started exercising to lose about 70 pounds this past February (SW 177.1 lbs) I have been doing about 40 minutes of cardio 5-6 days a week (a mix of step aerobics, latin dance, spin, or elliptical) and usually M-F (time permitting) attend a "Strong and Limber" class…
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Fave Resources for home lifters?
Hey all! I’m getting back into weight lifting and was hoping you ladies had some recommendations. I have free weights and a barbell at home, and have still been doing the same basic stuff I learned from coaches in high school. Any one have favorite books, Youtubers, other resources? Bonus points if there’s a strong,…
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Choice of gyms?
I have been thinking about working through the updated NROL for Women (Strong is the short title) or the 5 by 5 Lifts routine. The 5x5 program seems to be vehemently against using smith machines and the updated NROLW does not mention them as a substitute for barbells (in reading various forums on strength training it seems…
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Looking for information/instruction on using weights for female, 58 years old.
Looking for information or instuction on using weights. I walk on a normal basis, weather permitting, but at 58 I have noticed alot of muscle loss. I am still in good health and very young at heart.
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Post Work Out Protein Shakes
What is everyone's opinion on protein shakes after work outs? Is it helpful or ? I cannot eat for about an hour after working out, as my body hates it (makes me sick and have stomach aches), so I've been drinking protein shakes afterwards to avoid getting fatigued and lethargic. However, I feel like these drinks are high…
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Strategy failure. Knowing what to work out when and how long ?
I’ve been going for a week or so straight and I don’t know how to get like a routine going. I think I did legs chest and shoulders today cause I was picking random machines just to do something. When I look up routines I don’t even know what half the workouts are or why I’m doing 1 of 20 for one thing and 3 sets of 15 for…
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New rules of lifting for women
Hi all! It's been a while since I posted in MFP but I just started New Rules of Lifting for Women yesterday and am interested in connecting with others who are/have done it for tips/tricks/support. I started this program once before in college but didn't follow through. This time I'm committed, and I have the access to a…
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To buy a bar or not...that is the question
I started Strong Curves 4 weeks ago and working on a modified version of BB using home equipment (bench, dumbbells, resistance bands, pull-up bar). I am itching to get a 5 foot barbell to start with, but SO says we don't have room and to wait until we move next year and I have a better home gym. Should I wait? Will it…
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Anyone doing any Jan 2019 challenges/programs?
I have been feeling a bit complacent as of late and am looking for something that can help me step it up moving into the new year. I have maintained my weight loss for the most part (hovering around a year now) even with a move out of state and job changes but my goal to tone up has not been as successful. I feel myself…
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Hello I'm new to this group and really need support, desperate
Hi there everyone, my name is Deborah and I'm 57 years old, i weigh 236 pounds and i'm only 5'2. My health and energy level is at an all time low, I'm very discouraged and don't know where to start, I've been on this journey a very long time with my weight and i feel so beaten up, like I'm on a diet roller coaster, please…
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Livefit program
I am starting over doing Livefit. Anyone done the program?
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Superset app
Is there any free superset apps that are designed to build muscle and strength?
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Burn the fat, feed the muscle concept
Hi! What is wrong with me? I am so hungry today too!!! Maybe I am not getting enuf calories when I workout so hard. My goal is to only eat 1500 but bodybuilding.com said I should eat 1871 to lose fat but 2839 to gain muscle. I am so confused by feed the muscle when I am trying to lose fat. How do I do that simultaneously &…
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Is fat loss at 51 possible
I just turned 51 and I feel am pretty active when not at work. I do boot camp average 3 times a week and run 2 to 3 times a week. I have been in a slump because i do not see any results really. I just went to a weigh in and I weigh 205 and 40% body fat I am 5'7 I do not look like I would weigh that. I wear a size 14 in…
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Slow and Steady Progress.
I've officially lost 55lbs - although I've lost and gained a few of those 55lbs at least a dozen times - in the past year and 3 months. I went from 245 (not pictured) to about 225(in the green) to 210 (in black) to 195 (in grey) to 190 as of this morning! I do have pictures but I don't think they are appropriate to share…
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Some help targeting glutes please?
Hey ladies! Really hoping for some guidance here ... I'm an apple shape and have never had a butt, let alone a pretty round one. Just hips to thighs really. I desperately want to change that! I've been doing bodyweight lunges and squats, hip abductors, stair ergo, and leg presses and, while there's the very slightest hint…
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Lost 80 lbs and working lose 100 more - How do I work to get lean?
Hello! I have been working on being a healthier me since January 2017. So far I have lost 80 lbs and working towards losing another 100. It's a lot so I am just working day by day, pound by pound. I have been working hard at my cardio and know that I really need to start incorporating muscle work. I can't afford a…
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Hi! Newbie Boobie. <3
Hi! Just wanted to say I'm new and make myself known so that I feel obligated to follow through with joining you ladies. I've always been a runner (or as my friend calls it, a "rogger"/cycler until hormones began acting up and became increasingly more tired. Thyroid issues (yay), so doc said I had to take it easy with the…
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Hi everyone! Newbie here!
Looking for some buddies here. 31, mom, grad student, nerd, love tattoos. I work out nearly daily, i have an open diary (gluten free and high protein). I have 2 autoimmune diseases; thyroid and celiac disease. I have fibro as well. I've been getting into strength training about the past month or so. I've lost 60-70 lbs so…
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Newbie, Doing IF, TIU girl and Using Macros
Hi! My name is AJ. Just wanted to introduce myself! I have been doing intermittent fasting for a month now, I've always counted my macros and I've been using Tone It Up for workouts for years! My weight is 150 (I've lose 6 lbs since may), I'm 5'7, 30 years old and my goal weight is somewhere around 130. I hope everyone has…
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Best Way to Cut?
Just curious about "cutting." Is it basically the same as hard core dieting? What are the strategies and is it always done in addition to heavy lifting? If I still have 40-50 lbs to lose, is it better not to cut, and to just diet and do my cardio and resistance band work rather than beginning lifting at this stage? TIA for…
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Super hungry after lifting
Hi newbie lifter here I work out 2-3 times lifting heavy a week plus one cardio At 5.3’ and 132lb I’m eating just -200 from my tdee which makes a current daily goal of 1850 and macros are 40 carb, 30 protein, 30 fat Ideally I want to lose 10lb fat and gain muscle but happy for this to happen slowly and not be hangry (hence…
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Hi! New Here!
Hi, y'all. I hope you don't mind if I join you and try to absorb some knowledge! I know nothing about lifting or building muscle. For the last 15 years, I've been semi-disabled from multiple things--one being breast cancer and the after-effects of treatment (chemo/radiation/anti-hormone pill). But I'm taking my life back!…
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Hello!
It felt weird to jump into discussions without an intro. Hi, I'm dragonwolf. I've lifted on and off for something like 7 years now. Unfortunately, it'd been "on and off" due to other health issues, including degenerative disc disease in my lower spine, and associated complications that put me in excruciating pain if I…
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Keto diet & weight lifting buddy
Hello! Anyone here who happen to follow Keto diet combined with weight lifting or bodybuilding program on beginner/intermediate level? Not only weight loss, I want to gain strength and tone at the same time. If you are looking or starting a weightlift program and like support, add me! I use Jefitt app for weightlift…
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Looking for support
Well I have been on this journey for quite some time and I'm super frustrated. I'm 45 years old and I think my hormones are trying to kill me! Lmao (but really) I'm going to tell my story here but what I want is an amazing group of people that are working towards the same goals who are active in the group and support each…
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MACROS!
So, this is very confusing! To lose fat, my macronutrient ratio should be around 35-40% protein. But I weigh only 116 pounds and that is well over a gram per pound of body weight! What should I really do?
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Lifting and expecting
Just found out I'm expecting my 3rd. I'm only 6 weeks. I've been lifting for 2 years and heavy lifting since January. Besides battling first trimester symptoms I really don't plan on stopping. I feel I shouldn't try to max out any more but I don't want to back down on the weight I can dead lift and squat. No one knows yet…
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Help Needed Please ;)
Hello! I'm currently working to get a PhD degree to change drastically career path. I’m looking for some users of MyfitnessPal Application to fill a research survey. The purpose of this survey is to understand your experience with health apps. This study seeks to determine if the experienced value by consumers influences…