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You don't need a program specifically for women. Our bodies don't develop like men, so we can do the same workouts and still stay "feminine". I'm loving StrongLifts - it's a very basic barbell program with full body workouts three days a week focused on strength. I'm into my third week and I love what it's doing for my…

I have the same problem with my right wrist. My trainer recommended doing some wrist mobility work to help strengthen my wrist. I also try to be cognitive of how much I allow my wrists too bend and I think a lot of times I am not putting my feet close enough to where the bar is so I'm leaning in causing my wrist to bend…

I just came here to tell you are definitely not too weak - and look at you go!

Awesome work! Thanks for sharing :)

How many calories are you eating per day and how long have you been eating at a deficit? I'd lay off the cardio for a bit and maybe enjoy a few more calories (like 200 more). I know that doesn't seem ideal but your body adapts to things like cardio and consistently low calories. Also if you focus less on cardio, and more…

Get your nutrition in check so that you have the energy. Vegetables, fruit, protein, and fibre. Drink lots of water. At the end of the day you're not always going to have motivation. You just have create habits and stick with them. You don't need to do everything all at once, but once you start doing something you have to…

The StrongLifts app is bomb. It would be awesome too see an app that is similar but you can program what you need to do according to whatever programming you follow. I'm still a baby lifter so I've got a ways to go with SL (whew!)

My roommate has a bunch of the containers and they suck - so if you can get away with it just look up the sizes of the containers and find better ones haha. The general idea of it is portion control, which I think is a smart idea but at the end of the day it's just a gimmick. If you like the idea of a regimented meal plan,…

Well you can't spot reduce - so essentially as you lose fat it's going to come off wherever your genetics pre-determine it should. Keep working on building muscle and strength to help your body burn more fat and the results will come.

It's not as effective to eat at a deficit. This is why body builders bulk and cut weight to achieve a "shredded" look. That being said, it's not impossible. I'm 5'2 and 175 doing StrongLifts. At this point I have enough fat that my lifts are not suffering, and I'm enough of a beginner that I'm seeing progress. However, as…

Soreness doesn't mean that you can't continue to work out. Pain is something you need to watch for. Soreness should go away with a proper warm up. Make sure you don't start your workout cold. I like to walk to my gym, but if I can't I will walk on a treadmill for 10 minutes and then I will foam roll and stretch for 15-20…

I'm currently doing StrongLifts and I love that it's simple and to the point. I would recommend that, and if after a few weeks you find it's not challenging you, move to Madcow.

Hey hey! My name is Tara. I'm currently working on the StrongLifts program.

I am in week two of StrongLifts at 5'3 175lbs and roughly 1500-1700 calories daily. Things have been feeling great for me so far. I've had one workout where I know I didn't eat enough and my squat felt really weak, so do be careful (I had only had about 1200 that day and had been walking for a few hours.

I just started StrongLifts! I'm excited to finally be learning how to lift heavy.

I hope this is what happens for me! I'm 5'3 and 175 - also not a fan of cardio (and the program says to not incorporate it, so I've been curious)

I'm all signed up for this! Anyone else?

Don't let your weight rob you of memories with your little guy! There is so much more to you than your size. If you're interested, pick up a book about Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. It did wonders for my self esteem and the way I perceive my thoughts. You can do whatever you set your mind to!

Thanks for all the responses everyone! I've been half on, half off the wagon all week. I met with a trainer to start a program this week, and for whatever reason I decided that I didn't need to be as on it as I had been. My trainer did say that this program will end up burning a lot, so hopefully he is right! Luckily, I'm…

I can definitely understand the "f**k-it" mentality, but I really like the Harry Potter reference. Keeping yourself accountable no matter what

Haha, I love this!

We're the exact same stats - I haven't started SL yet, but this a great insight. Chicken THIGHS (higher fat, but cheaper and so much tastier) - try different marinades. I have been doing a Sriracha/Orange marinade almost every week. I have chicken breast this week, and I made fajitas... it's just not as good or satiating…

That's awesome - I'll start following the group

Welcome to the social side! I sent a friend request

Awesome guys! I've made up some egg "muffins" with feta and green onion with sausage, and chicken fajita salads.

I walk 20 minutes to my gym.

That's awesome to find out. I will pick up the hard copy for sure.

Thanks Chermoose - that's definitely something I need to look into. I have actually been eyeing Strong Curves as an option. However, I want to get a PT to coach me through barbell training and that's not something I can afford just yet (will be in June). Any recommendations for balanced programs that aren't with a barbell?

The option for a gym is nice. My work has a pretty outdated gym in the basement but it does the trick if I'm not wanting to go to my regular gym.

I've started off using a program, but I've switched out exercises based on what I think works for me. For example, there were wall sits which I think are awkward and not really all that beneficial. Also there were standing and seated calf raises... I'm almost tempted to take calf raises out completely. I picked up a book…