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65% of the world's population is lactose intolerant. Agreed that egg protein is a good alternative protein source. It's also not something sold for cheap at bulk food stores. At least not the ones where I live. Since OP is a student, quite frankly protein supplements are $$$. I was suggesting a cheap, effective, healthier…
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Whey has the greater amount of leucine, sure, but whey also has lactose and a couple of amino acids that humans were not built to digest (but most have developed the ability to digest over time). By eating 3k calories/day and consuming 0.7 to 1gram of protein per pound of body weight OP is all ready consuming more protein…
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Cardio won't help your muscle gainz, correct. But cardiovascular fitness is generally good for everyone, so 15 minutes twice a week is a good goal for yourself and won't detract from your muscle mass building enough to matter, provided you don't want to be Mr. Olympia huge. IMO getting swole doesn't mean a thing if your…
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I wouldn't recommend BSN True Mass after looking at its nutrition content. I would look at protein powders in the natural foods section of your local grocery store and read the nutrition label carefully before buying to make sure they have a minimal amount of, or no, added sugars. Or you can do what I do, which is go to a…
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Hi. I'm 31 and a vegetarian as well, getting back into weight lifting after a neck injury. You can feel free to add me. :smiley:
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Agree re: lean bulk while lifting or doing calisthenics. Focus on more than your abs...all the core muscles, especially the transverse abdominals, are needed for a nicely defined core. And those muscles will only be visible after you cut. I believe for men abs are only visible at 12% body fat or below, and women start…
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I recommend consulting your doctor about your symptoms, especially if you're hydrating well, have a good electrolyte balance and are breathing OK during your exercise routine. Exercising may cause fatigue and sometimes tension headaches, but what you're describing sounds potentially like more than that. Good luck!
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MyFitnessPal is a great tool IMO. I'm a fan of three things: one, it uses scientifically based formulas to calculate your daily calorie needs based on your stats and goals. Two, it gives you the ability to modify your target macronutrients and calories, which is advantageous if you find that their standard targets don't…
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My partner has had an experience similar to this. He eats like a horse but remains skinny, needs to work hard at lifting and being active to grow and maintain muscle mass. It may be your body type and MFP will help you on your journey to gain. :)
