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I think it may be better described as ab circuit training then (ex 1 min on 30 secs off each exercise & repeat) but by lots of planking movement I meant on rest intervals I would do some variation of plank instead...I’m till learning the lingo lol & thanks!

I’ll be going to a gym that has pretty much everything and there’s a pool nearby...When i was working out i really liked doing short ab hiit sessions with lots of planking movements but I have limited range in my foot from surgery at the moment...I haven’t really tried any other forms of cardio

I LOVE weights...I started lifting last year and did so for the greater portion of 2017 (got my heaviest ever & felt the best I ever had).

Sometimes I do. I’ve eaten like a bird my whole life. Don’t get me wrong I LOVE FOOD AND I LOVE COOKING...but I have no appetite half the time and eat well under what the average person does....but because my goal is to gain weight I sometimes do force myself to eat which turns out to make things worse bc I just hurl or am…

I’m weight training to gain weight/get stronger....but I had a period of time where I was sedentary for a year which took a toll on my heart/cardio so I also want to incorporate enough cardio on non lift days to help get back in shape. Nothing will be too intense considering I’m basically out of shape right now.

Hey ladies, I tried Apetamin but sadly it didn’t work for me before but I think I’m going to order some more & give it a second chance..... just a side note, I would suggest you all to take small breaks from it every now and then to give your organs a break

Hi ladies! I’m 20, 5’7-8 & 116 lbs (Lost a few lbs from being sick from 119)....I’m still growing so I don’t know my normal weight yet but from a few months of training last year I reached my heaviest, I wasn’t serious or tracking the scale but I estimate around 125-130...my goal is to first get back to that and then reach…

It's not for nothing. Think about it, the more muscle mass you obtain the more calories you burn naturally without effort.

No competing just to gain weight really & it IS fun to do lol

Thank you so much :smiley: I'm currently working on my business so unfortunately I won't be putting money towards trainers. My sister is getting her certification soon though & I will be beginning my courses. I'm not looking to copy the structure of anyone who answers bc I know everyone's needs, preferences, and…

Thanks, I will be doing upper body + core in form of calisthenics training, but only 1-2x per week. I’ve noticed that even without directly targeting my arms that they get pretty strong/big really fast...I’ll have 2 rest days. I’ll be lifting heavy but I also have anemia so I won’t be going complete beast mode until my…

Hi again, sorry if what I originally posted about sugary drinks & veganism was confusing. What’s important is that you monitor what you eat and get a good workout in to burn extra calories. That’s the sum of what I was trying to say. I just included veganism bc a Doctor suggested it to me & it’s worked for me and help my…

I do the same as you and I’m studying to be a personal trainer & health coach. I also suffer from a chronic disease. I never included info that would hurt her just what I found has really worked for me. I don’t think any of the advice I gave was bad bc like others I suggested workouts, and dietary advice. This is from just…

There’s plenty of info that’s easy to find. But as I’m sure you know, sugary drinks & the calories they carry can cause weight gain if the calories aren’t burned. I only suggested the juice bc while it does contain sugar it doesn’t have the other things found in sodas. I didn’t mean that’s some foods don’t turn to fat. I…

For one they most certainly turn to fat if they aren’t sufficiently burned. Two, you’re right veganism isn’t magic, it’s food. And it has amazing benefits to overall health, potential weight loss, lowered blood sugar, improved kidney function, & lowers risk of cancers...it’s not magic, it’s just good but like I sad...if…

Why not?

Hi, I’m not too familiar with your condition but I wouldn’t focus too much on limiting calories. Really focus on quality over anything. I’m not sure what your current diet consists of but definitely suggest adding more protein and plant based foods as they have a harder time synthesizing into fat. If your willing, go…

That's understood. I plan on growing my entire lower body w/ focus on glutes. When I was training before, that's where MOST of my weight was gained. And lifting somehow makes my waist smaller...its only since I've been inactive that my waist has gotten somewhat soft.

I haven't seen a doc yet but my I am stabilizing. Even though I'm a good weight now my overall goal is to get to 130-140 lean muscle through heavy weight glute training. I've done some research & along with my experience, it seems weight & resistance training are the best for anemia since I can pace myself and take breaks…

You can try protein powder/shakes. I personally can't get them down. Best bet is protein bars. I like clifs. What helps me is to make a high calorie fruit smoothie: almonds, peanut butter, flaxseeds, Avocado, berries, banana, and juice as the liquid. It's delicious and portable plus it's a good 1000cals if you do it right…

The key is to cook. No one can fuel your body like you. All those foods people already mentioned are good. And just like herbivores in the wild, you have to eat A LOT of what you do eat. As in, there always needs to be something in your face, because plant based foods don't typically have a lot of calories. Pretty much all…

I'm small like you & Contrary to what some people say, growing while eating deficit is quite possible. I've done it. Earlier this year I started glute training while eating an unintentional deficit. My glutes grew 1.5 inches in no time. I just ate most of my calories after my workout which was late evening. If you workout…

Weight has nothing to do with fat alone. A person can be 150 lbs of muscle, 150 lbs mostly fat, or a combo. Unless you see her you can't say if she does or doesn't have fat deposits based on a number on the scale.

Your goal is actually possible. My sister gained 7 lbs in one week after eating a ton and working out with a personal trainer. As the training gave her an appetite. Look up brittney babes 21 day challenge it's $15 dollars if you want to get it. She has a version for weight gain, maintenance, and weight loss. Also try a…

I think that depends on your metabolic rate. I'm a girl and started glute training early this year and noticed muscle gain while eating at an unintentional deficit before changing to surplus. Specifically I went from 34.5in to 36 in only a month or two. As a guy you should see good results soon. Maybe 1-2 months. It also…

My best friend used to be that way too. We started glute training together. You could try that. The heavy weight hip abductions are REALLY good for growing wider in the hip area. It really worked to grow mine (I have stretch marks from loss of mass to account for that) You could still try stomach vacuums which target the…

I'm glad you said that. Do you know of any other measurements that would help determine frame size? For example calves, arms, or underbust?

I actually love my body. I just know what I look like when I'm healthy & living the lifestyle I'm supposed to. No body dysmorphia over here. Just because I want a toned core doesn't mean I'm mentally ill. Like I said it's not always the case. Some people just have genetics like that but I'm not predisposed to know anyone's…

I actually do it regularly to manage my sickle cell. It helps oxygenate the blood and improve circulation. The peppers also boost metabolism! I boil water with lemon, ginger, honey, and turmeric and of course the cayenne. It actually tastes good that. They also have cayenne vitamin tablets.

That's true. I've just noticed that often times when people have apple shapes, they have another factor contributing to it. Such as the study on body shape and diet, bc typically a persons ribs don't allow that much expansion when their hips are so small indicating that theres fat accumulation internally and/or externally…