abs1970 Member

Actually not sure what the difference is, but I think they're similar

Thanks, but that pic is good lighting! My end goal is to compete in fitness modelling and my body fat is way too high for that!

Thanks. Still a work in progress though o:)

Tested twice now a couple of months apart - first was 20.01%, second was 20.58% (I was told the gain was down to 'that time of the month', so carrying more water). Still want to lose more but it's a damn slow process :#

If you're using muscles you don't usually, then yep they'll be sore!

I know they're good for you, but not enjoying mine one bit. Can't wait to get to the gym tomorrow morning!!

You do it for YOU. Make yourself the best version of you ever. I know from experience. 29 yrs together, 19 yrs married, two teenage kids and it was the best thing I ever did! Sending you hugs.

Lose a little more body fat (last measurement 20.58%). More muscle definition.

Lifting for about a year now and loving it

I understand that I just hold less water when I'm on low carbs. Regardless, I'm much happier with how i look and feel that way. I actually have more muscle than you may think. Abs are good, strong quads, shoulders etc. but I know that I'm nowhere near fit to compete, which I think I may have said earlier.

I'm going to give it a try for a month and see how I go. I've maintained a low carb diet for a while now and I know I'm much leaner when I eat like that

I'm in! 46 years old, two young adults (18 1/2 and 20). I've been training and eating clean for the last two years - maintaining 108 lbs. I train at least 5 days a week (mainly lifting which I <3 ).

So in that case I'll be holding more water?

I'm already very lean and lift several times a week. I'm eating more carbs to feed my muscles and can already see more definition.

46 and I've done low carb for over a year - if you want to stay lean, I think it's the way forward.

I'm always in a deficit, trying not to be though so I can get more muscle definition

So agree - it's only now I've started taking rest days that I understand how important they are!

I'm on a rest day today, my sleep's not great, and 749 calorie deficit last night...... I'm screwed!! Last night was an exception (wasn't feeling great so no appetite). I'm with you about abs though. I don't usually train them much at all - I figure they get enough of a workout when I'm lifting :)

Cut your calories first - if you're in a deficit, you'll lose weight.

Thanks for this advice - lack of sleep is a big issue for me

I eat around 1400 calories a day, lift heavy and am very toned. So yes, be consistent with your training & you'll see results.

My dinner.... see, no carbs!

having a seriously fun q&a with someone on here :p

London :)

I'm 5ft2 and do Olympic lifting, strength training plus a tiny bit of cardio too. My calories vary day to do but never more than around 1200-1300.

I'd love to see how yours turn out. I've tried two different recipes now and both have gone into the bin!

I use it for cooking, but I've also been told to add to my protein shake to increase calories. Oh and for you females out there...... it's the best way to remove waterproof mascara! :)

Lower carbs worked for me. I dropped weight easily combined with consistent training. The less carbs I ate, the less I craved. If you make sure you get enough protein, you'll feel full anyway. Just increased mine over the last week or two though to improve muscle definition.

So deep and very insightful. Exactly what I need to be doing.

Absolutely. I'd need proper coaching before getting anywhere near a stage!