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I'm having the same problem. I could never date someone that doesn't lift. It is a huge part of my life and if someone doesn't share that, they will never understand me or my actions. Eating healthy is important too, and by that I generally just mean someone that watches what they eat, is down with protein shakes for…
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When I'm hungry at night, I eat some carrots, cucumbers, or pickles. Sometimes I drink diet soda, too. Or eat a salad. There are tons of low/no calorie options. I also try not to eat after a certain time and I will brush my teeth at that time to make eating less convenient. If you are trying to lose weight, you will be a…
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Looking for more friends that weight train, esp. powerlifters
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Yes, I've gained a few pounds. I actually lost weight to 97lbs (not pictured) and then gained a couple pounds from lifting (shown in that picture). In my experience, gaining muscle weight made me look slimmer and feel healthier/better. I lost body fat, too. I'm about 19% BF now, 102lbs, and a size 00 pants.
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5' here, 24 years old. I'm about 100lbs (first picture) and I started at about 130lbs (second picture). It took me about 1 year to lose that weight. My goal weight was 100. I lost mainly through diet, but I started lifting weights (deadlift, squat, benchpress, etc) this summer and fell in love. I jog 3-4x a week, somewhere…
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I've seen most recommendations somewhere at .5-1g of protein per pound and .3-.5g fat per pound. This is for long term health. When it comes to weight management, calories are really the only thing that will make you lose, gain, or maintain weight. The ratio will not matter. However, your body needs a certain amount of…
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I'm down for new friends
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I would suggest, at the very least, adding the big three to your routine: deadlifts, squats, and bench press. Avoid using a smith machine for these. If you need to follow a program, I second Stronglifts 5X5.
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I'm down for new friends
