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I don't like running. I run right now twice a week or so as part of my cardio work with my lifting split. I really love lifting. However it just doesn't make sense to me to haul my *kitten* to the gym on a day when I don't have lifts and I can just go outside and bang out a 30 minute run instead. Like I'm going to go there…

I always try to get a high protein breakfast. Usually I do either eggs and sausage (but thats also high in fat) or oatmeal with protein powder and fruit (high in protein and carbs) if i want to save my fats for later in the day. This morning I had just come in from a run and couldn't stomach hot food, so I did a protein…

I second pilates (and yoga) with your doctors blessing. If you want stuff to do at home, look up blogilates, it's free online pilates workouts. :)

^That Another good article on the topic: http://www.askmen.com/sports/bodybuilding/the-problem-with-protein.html

Non flexed after a year of lifting: in case the photo doesn't work... http://i1132.photobucket.com/albums/m577/starbucksbuzz/Fitness%20and%20food/4C96E37A-CD51-4DD6-9FC0-360A8767F0C9_zpsuyqoyeyq.jpg

I started seeing strength results quickly. My biceps popped a bit within a few months, and I got delt definition after about six months. I am a pear shape, as someone else mentioned, upper body develops way faster for me than lower. Lower body i have more strength gains, less definition. Didn't start seeing the progress I…

That seems way off. haha. Really low on carbs and way high on protein. You only *need* .7 grams of protein per *lean* pound of body mass (or estimated amount of muscle) to maintain muscle mass. More than that can be helpful, but you shouldn't be losing muscle while losing weight if you eat that. There are some calculators…

@ OP: As far as setting goals go, if you are just starting squatting / deadlifting your body weight is a good goal to work towards. It may take some time depending how strong you are. I'm aiming for my BW and a half now but not quite there yet ;) Weight: 122(ish) Squat: 165x1 Dead: 155x3 Bench: 105x1 other stuff i'd have…

You might find this article informative - it covers pretty much all things squats. :) http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_article/most_recent/squatmeggedon_all_things_squatting Edited to add - I would start with the bar front squatting, and do it in the power cage so it can catch it if you fail the lift. It takes some…

This is tough - What the key has been for me is that you can use the numbers you get for calories in / out as guides, but you have to tweak them to see how your body responds. For me, my TDEE is around 1800 supposedly. IIFYM.com suggested I eat around 1500 calories to lose. I did that for a couple months and lost about…

Yep this.

Right now I work out at the gym. I've done home workouts, but the problem is I get distracted easily. Like someone above said, when I go to the gym I know what I'm there for and I focus. That said, I was doing dvds. I think if I had weight equipment at home I would use it. Possibly even a treadmill. I get bored quickly…

Regarding bread - there are two pretty low calorie / low carb wraps that work great. Fiber one makes one (wraps are 80 cals) and there's a lavash bread made by Josephs (found at BJ's wholesale club) that is 50 cals for a small or 100 for a large wrap. The only thing this just doesn't replace is garlic bread with cheese. Or…

This is what I do. Also if it's really bothering you, taking a bath with a couple cups of epsom salts in it helps tremendously. (you can get them at the drug store for under $5)

Great thread. I think it's easy to talk about the healthy eating without talking about the price tag. :/ I would say weekly my grocery bill averages out to around 100-150 a week for my husband and I - as others have said sometimes that includes meals out or takeout instead of actual groceries, but when I'm shopping and…

I would totally switch them out. I don't like having them on the same day.

Honestly I originally did month one of insanity. got kinda bored with it and broke into lifting. Now I use it to pitch-hit in the week if I can't make it to the gym. I think its great if you need HIIT in your workout schedule. I would totally use it with other things.

I have set aside the power lifting goals for now - still looking to eventually compete but I'm focusing on my cut and pinning down my diet right now. As far as losing body fat goes I've gone from 132 to 124. Pretty pleased with that but still cutting. I'm thinking I want to get between 115 and 118 and maintain over the…

I got bored with insanity and started lifting weights. :P I'm no help. haha. However I still do one of the workouts occasionally when I can't make it to the gym. I second whoever said adding your own music or video or whatever for mental stimulation. :)

I feel like this is where I end up too. probably 90% of the time I'm good with doing my planned workouts. Eating is more challenging but most of the time it's generally ok. However every now and then I get a night where I'm exhausted and just don't give a crap. Usually I don't go crazy, I end up having a piece of pizza or…

I started sumo-ing when I hit a pretty low traditional DL plateau. Knew I could haul more, just had issues with the form. I probably jumped 20lbs within a week or so of starting sumo, but my PR for deadlifts was really low to begin with. I'm 5' 2" so everything on me is short, haha, it really helped. Mixed grip also helped…

For breakfast: I get Vans waffles, and fry 2 eggs and eat them on top of the waffle. I will also get fage 2% yogurt and mix some preserves or jam in it and have that for breakfast. If you're not trying to hit a protein requirement oatmeal is also great. my favorite is with raspberries and honey. I like chicken or tuna…

I found this article really helpful. :) http://www.sixpackabs.com/guest-post-the-best-sports-bras-for-every-size/

Wow I'm 5'2 and 124ish, currently on a cut (bulked from about 115 to 130) can't imagine getting down to 100. Planning to bulk again when I get down to about 118.

Haha, I am losing and lifting and frustrated that I can't keep upping my PR's as quickly because of it. But yes you can lose and lift just about any weight you want as long s you're eating a deficit.

I'd suggest educating yourself as to the varied goals you can achieve with lifting and set your program based on that. Read The New Rules of Lifting to get a good background. There are a lot of basic programs you can start with, Strong lifts, starting strength, etc. (they are free). Personally I like focusing on the bigger…

That. It bugs me when people take up the whole gym at once. :P

Yes to all of this. Well said. :heart: :flowerforyou: NOT trying to toot my own horn here at all but I actually just blogged about this very issue, and included a crap ton of links to empowering women speaking out against body hate. If anyone is interested the link is…

You can look at some basic strength training plans online, there are a lot of options. Typically you want to do a varied amount of sets, and then repetitions in each set. For example when I do weight training I usually do 5-10 sets, and 3-8 reps per set with a break of 1-2 minutes between sets. I do 3-8 separate exercises…

I also have been through a million pairs of headphones (including the wrap around ones) and I finally found yurbuds. I love them. However I just lost one of the ear pieces which is killing me. just emailed them, hopefully they can replace for a nominal cost. :P