studiog608 Member

We can agree to disagree.

Correction... http://bodynutrition.org/starvation-mode/

Starvation mode wwe.bodynutrition.org/starvation-mode/ MKEgal...Read it. Then read it again.

Metabolism slows down. It will hold onto any fat storage, if possible, after all else has been burned for energy.

What is your TDEE (total daily energy expenditure)? If too far below, body will go into starvation mode, slow metabolism, and store fat.

Wow at all of the food pictured on this thread. I am now very hungry. Lol.

When I took the ACSM test for my personal training certification, I told myself I was going to fail the test as I was walking in to take it. Nice pep talk. Turns out, I scored a 704 out of 800. Passed beyond my expectations an a truly very difficult exam. So, I don't know how bad negative thinking is, but I do try to limit…

Low carb here. Still wanting to know of I need to count veggie carbs in my total daily limit on low carb days.

I fit it into my macros for that day.

I'm not dairy free yet since I eat cheese. I love it on sauteed tofu for meal one. I am carb cycling and have low carb days. it's not too bad. I just have to get creative when planning daily meals on low days to make sure to stay at 20% carbs.

I never acquired a taste for flavored protein powder. So, I had to get creative with unflavored powder. I love chocolate. And I drink PB chocolate protein shake every day. It's the only meal I look forward to....it's like a dessert and doesn't leave a nasty film in my mouth like flavored powders do. Here is my recipe... 1…

I did one before I got back into weightlifting.

She gained quite a bit of muscle within a month, too, which led me to believe gear might have been helping her quick gains. But oh well, to each their own. I wish I would have kept my thoughts to myself on this post. Sorry to offend anyone. Not here to fight with anyone.

Both.

Lol. No, not if we are talking proper form and technique. There is a couple that lifts in a local gym and they squat very heavy....yet can't make it to parallel....and they are personal trainers teaching others this way. But the pictures they take of their half squats for Facebook impress people....same with this gal.…

I was told to take creatine after my workouts. But made me feel bad. And the pumps during workouts were a bit painful. I tried different brands, too. I quit taking it. Hope it works for you. I tried Tribulus awhile back. It gave me gains in strength without the creatine side effects.

Seriously, she made miraculous gains within a short period of time. Her first visit....she could barely make 5 reps with 35 pounds on each side of a seated bench press machine. At the end of the month, or a little after, 45 pound plate on each side with some dimes and nickels...same machine. Form on bench and squats was…

Omg that sounds delicious!! Gonna try it

I count carbs for fibrous vegetables in my daily plan. Just found out fibrous vegetables shouldn't be counted for daily carbs. Is this right? Very confused now. I don't eat any starches for meals 4 to 6. Starches stop after meal 2, and my protein shake is meal 3. Veggies and protein for meal 4 and protein and fat for meal…

I used to run at night back in the day when it was safer to do so. Loved it!!! Nowadays I can't even ride my bike on the road without being a target. But small strobes work. And light reflecting clothes.

I am wanting to start the vegan lifestyle, too. :)

Thanks for your input. :) I've been wanting to transition to vegan, but I am confused how to get it right since I'm into bodybuilding and seeking muscle gain. I bought the book Shred It, and so far it's pretty good. A lot of conflicting info on the internet, so that confuses me. Lol. I love tofu!! It's my breakfast since I…

I do sumo Deadlift style. Really works the glutes and hams.

Many of the fitness models and/or competitors are on performance enhancing drugs. These drugs give them quicker recovery and faster strength gains....plus quick fat loss and muscle gains. Never compare yourself to them....you will end up completely frustrated and depressed. As far as strength....who cares. Everyone is so…

I don't thing PF is that bad....even for a serious bodybuilder who is not on illegal drugs. I'm a natural bodybuilder and was a member of a gym that is similar to PF. It was nice. I work out at home now. Power rack and pulley system...I have everything I need. I left chain gyms for many reasons. It's nice not to have to…