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Typically, you hold your breath throughout the entire lift whenever you have to brace your core, and release between reps; i.e. weighted squats, deadlift, bench, overhead press. Accessory lifts like curls, cable work, etc you usually can breathe as you wish, but I typically hold my breath during the "effort" part of the…

Also gonna bump the stronglifts suggestion. Alternatively, find a similar program that concentrates on the big 3 lifts (Bench Press, Squat, Deadlift) and maybe the Overhead Press as well. These are all compound movements that work multiple muscles at the same time, so you get more bang for your buck. And you can always add…

To put it in the words of infinite elgintensity: zeroooo

Erik, 21, communications major. Uh. I've been on and off this app more often than I'd like to admit, but I'm trying to get serious about this now. New friends that will keep me honest is always nice. Especially when I got 50-70 pounds to lose. Let's do this guys.

Makes perfect sense. There was a TedTalk that was JUST released on the subject of low carbing to reverse diabetes and insulin resistance. I'll post it later when I get off mobile

Depends on what type of low carb diet you're looking to get into? Some people see low carb as 150grams of carbs, some 100, some 50 or lower. Keto is about 20grams. Really depends on what program you want to go for. I'm doing keto, so my ratios are at 5/25/70 c/p/f. Just make sure to do your research

I second the bulletproof coffee (you can go ahead and make your own version of that) Second the "cooking everything in butter/animal fat". Cook your veggies in them too. Pork (ground, bacon, fatty cuts of meat) is super good. Don't bother with turkey as its too lean. Basically any fat bomb. Sugar free gelatin + heavy cream…

So far as figuring out the nutrition, I just stick with panda express or something well known to sort of "guess" at the carb count. Its hard to guess at the nutrition of a buffet place

Loads of good info from previous commenters. Check out the keto FAQ on reddit too if you want (google it), its a nice overview of keto and whatnot. If you like coffee, check out bulletproof coffee or a variation of it. Its what I use to boost my fat intake in the morning along with my caffeine fix. Do you have a Pinterest?…

Bullet proof coffee, and an egg scramble with sausage, cheese, spinach and broccoli

^What they all said, its about filling out your cals and satiety not hitting a certain number. I've had to dial back on my protein cause I was getting way too much for keto, and only an average amount of fat. I'm too lazy to make "true" fat bombs, so I've turned to using bulletproof coffee. Or at least a modified version…

Make sure to get your rest days! If you workout everyday, you'll just wear yourself out. Don't do legs everyday too, unless its a full body workout. You gotta give your body rest to work your body properly.

Basically all of that stuff^ Figure out your macros, see if you can hit your protein macro with whole foods first. If you're off by 20 or 30 grams each day, go ahead and buy some. A lot of vegetarians tend to use protein supplements just cause they don't have as many protein options.

yeah...$100 a month, nobody's got money for that. Herbalife is really expensive, and while I DO know plenty of people who have lost weight with it, they always just seem to get skinny-fat. There's a girl I know who's been using it for a few years now, but she just got skinny fat and doesn't look like she's done a squat in…

Get a friend or someone to keep you accountable. To check up on you, and make sure you're still going. But really, just throw motivation out the window. Motivation doesn't last forever. Make it a habit to workout. Make it a habit to eat clean or stick to your diet goals. Then, even when you have no motivation to workout,…

Once a week on Friday morning before I eat anything

Can't really help with the math, but don't rely on the calipers too much. Apparently they work better for people with body fat of 20% and below. I have a relatively similar body type as you, but with more muscle mass and about 6 inches shorter. I got body fat taken 3 times by 3 different people in the same week. They gave…

There's truth to a lot of these types of things. Like the fact that apple seeds are poisonous...in extremely large quantities. In the same way, green tea probably does help increase your metabolism, but you probably need to either drink loads, or consistently drink it over a few months to see any real change. Any changes…

Started a week ago as of tomorrow. I blow through about 3 or 4 32oz water bottles a day without trying as it is, so hydration isn't much of an issue. I so far haven't had an opportunity to work out yet because of the amount of school work I've had, but I'll probably start this weekend, so I'll have to look out for the…

Bump. might be a good idea to ask this at the actual keto group too. http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1143-keto or the low carb group http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/394-low-carber-daily-forum-the-lcd-group

I have one, but don't use it too often. check out "caveman keto" and "ruledme" on pinterest though. they've got loads of recipes.

Okay, bottom line: Don't, by any means, follow the number MFP gives you. Its notorious for being inaccurate. Go find an online calculator (iifym . com works, but use multiple calculators for comparison's sake). Calculate your BMR and your TDEE. choose a number in between those two, and eat to that amount of calories. I'm…

Just kidding. That sounds like a low calorie limit, are you already really short? If your not, you're probably low on your calorie intake, and should eat some more. (I'm 5'5" and in a deficit of calories at 1800 - 2000) As for the fat: avocados, cheese, beef, use butter to make your eggs, nuts, peanut butter, cottage…

Just eat an entire stick of butter.

@sweetteadrinker2 If OP is following the generally accepted keto percentages, then her carb percentage should be at 5%, she said her protein is running at 25%, so logically her fat is at 70%. So, either OP isn't logging correctly and underestimating the actual carb intake; or, there's no calorie deficit so OP is just…

I mean, losing weight isn't about the carbs; its calories in calories out (yes, i'm a CICO person). Carbs aren't inherently bad, nor is fat. This group just happens to be centered on a low carb way of eating. Now, your carb intake really depends on what kind of meal plan you want. If you still love your bread and rice and…

Food is food. Its all the same if you keep to your macros. The only reason to keep away from food that makes you bloated, is if you happen to be wearing a tight pair of pants, or going for a workout. Just figure out your TDEE and BMR, choose a number in between, and eat to that amount of calories. Repeat after me: Carbs…

Pretty sure if varies from person to person. I tend to lose it on my face first, but stomach is slow (but that may have to do with the fact that thats where i carry most of my fat)