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P.S.... Though maybe not the most "accurate," using the lower scale of this method seems to be great advice. Similar to at home caliper testing not being "accurate" but consistent. This might be a good way to estimate without overestimating, to avoid to large of a deficit. And if nothing more, a little peace of mind to us…

Thank you to everybody who replied! The overall consensus seems to be that there is no "sure-fire" or accurate way :confused: . So, it seems the best way for me is to avoid overestimation by not considering my lifting sessions into calories burned. Just going to maintain my moderate calorie deficit while slimming, and use…

Effective!

Definitely definitely...... DEFINITELY rest! No matter what other Super Humans say or do in regards to their lack of rest days, you're body absolutely needs the down time for reasons too numerous to post here. It's amazing that you are as motivated as you are now with the results that you are seeing! Use that motivation to…

The only ones I attempt to do myself are the thigh, abdominal, and right above the hip bone

So would you say that's an accurate reading? Or am I doomed to hopelessly guess my BF forever? Lol

Not trying to be funny, but when I pee it is neon yellow most of the time due to the multi vitas that I take. I do feel that'll I'm pretty well hydrated, but I never lknow if I'm getting enough to flush my system after the high amounts of protein

Thanks for the imput Heidi! How much water do you try to get in?

You came through Yet again, Thanx!

Let the mirror decide, IMO. [/quote] Exactly

Bulk smart and you'll still look great for summer without sacrificing hard earned gains!

I'm missing the summer too. Taking all of 2012 to gain and grow. Work on symetry, Bring up my legs and a hamstring after an ACL surgery. Would like to see 190 by dec. with 9-12%BF.

Finally! Lol Feels great to see and meet thers out there! I was getting lonely on here. Trying to get in 3000+ cals @ 40/40/20, monitor sodium and potassium ratios, time meals, balance cardio with calorie intake and being an ectomorph.... Gets exhausting! Thank you for all your responses! Motivation just skyrocketed!

Same goals Moto?

@phat..... Everything you said is accurate. I am a personal trainer and I am training myself for Natural Bodybuliding comps. As I just recovered from a motorcycle accident that kept me sedentary and out of the gym, my BF is higher than its ever been right now(17%). I consume about 1.7g of protein per lean pound and try to…

@mad.... Anytime! I'm an "overweight ecto" myself lol. I'm 5'9" 166lbs. But 17% BF due to recovery from a motorcycle accident. But I'm going to keep towards a mass gain diet because I know my body will drop BF as I train and keep a lean diet even with excess cals. I don't feel like dropping to 7-10% just to start bulking

@bigbear... (cont. from last comment)... Oh and the ratios that you have are considered correct, but just make sure that the percentages are based on your BMR and TEE. Basically those percentages (e.g. 40/30/30) are percentages of your total calorie intake for the day. What is your daily caloric goal?

Oh I see where you're confusing yourself, cause you are right, those fat levels would be extremely high. But it seems like youre calculating grams of fat as 4 cals per gram like carbs and fat. When fat is actually calculated as 9 cals per gram

@mad.... Yeah you're definitely an ectomorph as well. If you are wanting to add mass, it's going to be imperative that you have a constant surplus of HEALTHY calories. Here's a great link to help you find your TEE so you know how many calories and at what ratios you'll need to start adding lbs to your frame. Feel free to…

@ninerbuff.... I would be willing to try that. Do you think that 35% carbs would be enough to spare any the protein intake from being used as fuel. I'm 26, 5'9", 167lbs, and have been an ectomorph my whole life. A recent motorcycle accident made me inactive for months which caused my body fat to rise to 17% (currently).…

@madroch..... The same hunger increase happens with me until I start approaching the 2800 mark. The more frequent you eat the more your metabolism increases which then leads to more hunger. Your body Is utilizing the food as fuel. What are your body stats right now?

@bigbeardiver... I feel your pain. Lets compare diets sometime and see if we can come with more efficient macronutrients manipulation /intake per Lb of lean mass

I understand that, as I am certified as well. Right now my macronutrients are appox: 48% carbs, 35-37% protein, 15-17% fat. You have to maintain fat for, amongst numerous other things, proper body function and health (even to my current fat intake is rather low) I guess my question wasn't revolving around how to gain…

Well we're a lil dif! But sure we can still help each other! I'm 5'9" 166lbs, strict diet and workout routine, goals to gain 8 lean lbs in 11 wks and lose 6% body fat. Hit me up and we can motivate each other!

Hey! Loved the staying focused and positive cause that's what I'm about! I'm here in GA.

Originally from CA too! Prior military brought me to GA. I'm trying to gain 8 lbs in 11 1/2 wks, and lose 6% body fat. Sending you all a friend request cause some mutual motivation sure would help. On a strict 3292 cal diet and a solid workout routine. Let me know who's interested in helping each other!

Hey! We feel the exact same way. I've been using this app on and off for awhile now and have never tried to find friends until today. It would great to have someone to track with! Screen name is WJMont. I'm in GA, originally from GA. Add me and let's keep progressing!