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Are you running the beast in Big Bear? I'll be there!
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Don't forget to keep walking / stretching after the marathon to mitigate the cramps and soreness you'll likely have. Maybe arrange for a pick-up after the race! When you get home, get some ice compresses on, your roller, and a few days rest! Good luck on your training!
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Yikes! 1400 calories a day is not enough if you do that much cardio and strength training. The fatigue is more than likely due to your body's need to recover. Try upping your intake for the next few weeks. With the amount of working out you do it should have minimal impact on your weight gain. Gains will likely be muscle…
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That's awesome to hear! Keep up with the strength training. If you're able to build up to doing more "compound strength training" like deadlifts, squats, bench presses, etc. you will be well on your way to building a strong core foundation. There is no need to be lift heavy or think that you need to be able to load up…
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Unfortunately runner's knee is something that will always come back if you're training that hard. You should definitely try stretching for longer periods of time to help prevent these types of injuries. It will continue to worsen if you don't lay off it and allow your body time to heal. Ice down the sore areas and stay off…
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Targeting abs alone won't get you a flatter stomach. Try focusing on what foods you're eating, HIIT cardio 2-3x a week with some strength training mixed in between the weeks. It also sounds like you have some body fat left to burn off. You won't be able to see much definition in your abs until you're down to a lower body…
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i train hard 5-6 days a week and hit the gym for at least 2 hours a work out. I can understand how you can relate at times. But I'm super happy with the results I have. Could I have bigger arms or better defined abs? Yes. Do i obsess over it, hell no. What I obsess over is my health and well being. What really helped me be…
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It's tough... I have 3 kids (7,4,3). I get them to knock down around 10pm or 10:30pm at latest and then I'm off to the gym. The first few months of late night work-outs really kept me wired and up at night. Almost a year into the process, I'm the healthiest I've ever been and I sleep like a baby after getting home from the…
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Great job! Keep updating us on how you're doing!
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Consider a post recovery supplement. They're chalk full of BCAAs which will help with muscle recovery and repair. Every time you work out, you're likely causing muscle tears which in turn cause the soreness. The recovery periods take longer, but with a healthy dose of BCAAs (10grams or less) a day, you should have…
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you need to rest those knees. This is unlike most resistance training. Pushing thru runs will only make your injury worse. That is what this is - an injury. If you are eager to do more cardio try running on an elliptical machine. The stationary position will not impact your knee significantly and you should experience…
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The logic behind the "low carb" diet is to shock your body. You're trying to reduce your blood sugar and insulin levels - causing a chain reaction of things in your body to burn what's remaining - any visceral fat. There's nothing wrong with doing a carb cut, to help your body become more ketogenic. If you're really trying…
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I think you need to get confortable w the fact that you WILL gain some weight some days. It really is unreal to think you will stay at the exact weight each day. Try to set a weight gain limit.... when you see the scales tipping over that limit that's how you know you need to eatch your macros or hit the gym hard again. me…
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34 yo dad with 3 kids. I am here to help you get to your goal and motivate you!
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Open diary and devoted MFP Christian! Feel free to add me!
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If you're focusing on your glutes I would highly recommend you incorporating deadlifts (try lifting your body weight first and see how tou do with 3 to 5 sets of 5). Also lunges with some weight on your traps are great ways to build your core while strengthening your glutes. More importantly these are both compou d…
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If you're thinking of slimming down you need to consider the fact that you will most likely need to cut down caloric intake while exercising. The larger the deficit the more quickly you will lose weight. Keep your protein intake lower than normal. Tyour body will likely burn thru any fat AND muscle. This will help you with…
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I have been in maintenance kode for over 6 months now. I usually have one cheat day a week where I really try not to think too much about what I am consuming on the cheat day. That single day alone can put me up 5 to 7 lbs (especially if I don't work out that day). I have noticed that losing the weight is really nobproblem…
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No such thing! 330am you probably see some great sunrises after your run.
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Definitely plan on eating back some of your exercise calories. Just make sure to keep it clean (no chips, soda or late night salty foods). Having such a huge deficit in calories will guarantee muscle deterioration rather than growth. Your body will start breaking down the muscle fibers when the fat has already been broken…
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90 lbs?!? Way to go! That is pure dedication! Great job!
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Doing lower weighted deadlifts will sure build your wrist and grip strength. Start out alow (usually your current weight if you consider youself fit... less if you consider yourself not fit) and incorporate this intonall of your workout days. It is a great overall strength conditioning exercise that will help your core…
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I've been using spotify to find some great tunes. They have got a great selection of cardio, lifting and general music. Highly recommend.
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Nice. Ill have to check that one out!
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Totally forgot about aerosmith... will add to my rotation! LOL on your comment. Just moved her uo to number 2 on my rotation.
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Out of curiosity... what does the geletin do for yoyr diet?
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Lift heavy and do as many reps as you can. Lifting light and doing more reps will not tear enough muscle fibers. The heavier you lift the more your muscles will tear, heal and grow. Consider taking some BCAAs to help you recoup faster during heavy lift days.
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Just remember that your abs take the most time to develop during recomp. It is not something you will see overnight. Stay patient and dilligent to your meal and workout routine. You will surely see results.
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I agree that weight lifting is the way to go. You abs and belly are the very last thing you will see improve. Some of the most gym partners I have seen that are female stick exclusively to squats, deadlifts, and weighted lunges.
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Daaaaamn... if that is your profile pic of your abs, great job!
