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Rowing? I'm not sure how well this would work with your situation, but just thought I'd throw it out there. The arm pedal is a great idea, but can't say I've ever really used one to any real extent.

I'd imagine based on your training load you aren't eating enough.

Fajitas are a great choice and then just limit how you put them together.

I switched to diet but even then only have a can or so a week. I absolutely love club soda so wouldn't even think of giving up carbonation.

I switched from beer to straight liquor and noticed a big change, but even then I just drink a few drinks a week. It sounds like you might be struggling with moderation so this is probably the best course of action if you're not able to control your consumption when drinking.

Madcow is a rather standard switch. However, 5x5 should take you quite a long way so I wouldn't switch until you're really struggling to see any progress. If you just want to go with a program that adds volume go with Westside program: http://www.exrx.net/WeightTraining/Powerlifting/Westside.html If you really want to add…

Pickup/push heavy weights using compound lifts on a schedule. There are many variations, but that is really what it comes down to. Plus, remember to eat. Use the following program: http://stronglifts.com/5x5/ That program will last you a really long while and just keep adding weight and pushing yourself.

Gold bond

Squat, deadlift, and lunges. Mainly the first two, but lunges can be a good accessory lift from time to time.

4 days a week. I may toss some cardio in on other days, but only really push it 4 days.

Shouldn't be an issue

prejym. aml makes a solid pre workout as well.

Chin-ups and pull-ups. As more of an accessory Lat Pulldowns, rows, and rear flyes.

Definitely still workout when I'm stressed. I use it to clear my head often since it is something I can really just focus on besides whatever has me stressed.

I tend to shy away from them when I'm only doing cardio, but take one almost all of the time on lifting days.

With being new to lifting I'd anticipate you'll still gain some strength even at a deficit.

Making sure your food is washed and cleaned of any harmful bacteria is important.

If you're not injured and just feeling sore keep working out.

Low carb to me would be under 100g a day. I typically carb cycle between 125/175/225 and on the low day it can be challenging but it is certainly doable.

I'll pre-plan out what I think I'll eat and then adjust my diet accordingly.

10 sets of deadmill sprints or 15 minutes on the stair master have been my standard.

I have some magic beans I'd like to sell you.

1.) .7 should be fine but if you want to bump your protein up and something down go for it. 2.) That depends on how you calculated your intake. If you used TDEE the you don't need to adjust. 3.) 5x5 should be fine. Lift heavy *kitten* and you'll get stronger.

I did a very similar thing and was feeling off for a good 6 weeks before I was able to push anywhere close to my training max. A strained back is a *kitten* of an injury to recover from.

You're going to want to track both of those if you want an accurate count. What a nonsense thing for a weight loss program to claim.

100 continually if I'm rested. Possibly more but I'll usually throw bodysquats into a 1000 rep challenge day so I've never had cause to go over that.

Hip joint below the knee joint and you're good. The rest is preference and everyone seems to have an opinion.

Sounds like you're placing the bar incorrectly. A second idea would be to try the low bar position.

I'd give it another week if your noticing it's getting better. Look up knew rehab exercises and start doing those a bit too. I recently screwed my knee playing soccer and it took about two weeks before it wasn't tender. Seeing a Dr surely won't hurt regardless.

Have many times. Its not a big deal. If it's stand up you can always work on footwork, putting combos together, and head movement instead of blasting away if that's your concern. If it's ground work just focus on flowing with the go instead of muscling position and submissions. This is something you'll learn regardless as…