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  • Here's some threads that might help you find your next program: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10331319/lifting-programs#latest http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10332083/which-lifting-program-is-the-best-for-you/p1…
    in Moving on from Stronglifts Comment by giusa April 2016
  • Seriously. Even a bodybuilding gym. Seriously!
    in machines vs. free weights Comment by giusa April 2016
  • Never seen that, but thank you, it reinforces what I've learned the hard way the past 15 months. And, also gives more insight on what has finally worked for me, as well as the reasons behind scale weight loss. Thanks again.
    in Nutrition Check Comment by giusa April 2016
  • I've been trying to wrap my head over his comment, he was so serious. My thought, he indicated that he lost 10 lbs therefore I'm assuming he lost the fat covering his muscles which are now visible, hence his theory that he gained muscle. And now time to move on - Happy Spring.
    in March Q and A thread Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Your weight and assessment is extremely similar to my own. For myself, I use IIFYM so I eliminates the guilt factor about what I eat and all the mind games that go with it. Keep killing it!
    in Let's Count Up to 16 Weeks of Strength Building Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Special hubby to a wonderful NSV! No truer words DDHFREE! I would have cried...or maybe tried to hold out till I got in the car, just saying.
    in March-ing in to Spring! Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Great to hear!!!
    in Perhaps I am just weird Comment by giusa March 2016
  • A coworker just told me he started jogging and is gaining muscle...from jogging...ha? Am I missing something?
    in March Q and A thread Comment by giusa March 2016
  • I actually still use SL/SC as a fall back...
    in Week off from weights... Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Basically I was rotating between A and B, and adding some StrongCurve exercises as accessories. Not sure about deadlift 2x a week, all programs recommend 1x and 1 set to limit back injuries.
    in Week off from weights... Comment by giusa March 2016
  • If you're using the SL app it will suggest a deload of 10%, I believe the app is set for 10% per week but not sure. 25% seems a bit too steap, when I was running SL the deload recommendations were fairly accurate. Have you tried a Romanian Deadlift, that and glute thrust are my new luv! Enjoy your spring break!
    in Week off from weights... Comment by giusa March 2016
  • +1 but I'm on a deficit so don't use TDEE, I use TEE.
    in QOD: do you track the calories you burn when doing strength training via HRM? Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Double check your form @DDHFree.
    in Perhaps I am just weird Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Keep in mind the basics...not "bro science." Weight is lost by a calorie deficit, keep logging accurately and you'll be fine - http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1161603/so-you-want-a-nice-stomach/p1 http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1296011/calorie-counting-101/p1 Cardio for cardiovascular…
    in Only lifting now Comment by giusa March 2016
  • I've been playing with this idea for a while now too, @mirrim52. SO. NOT. a morning person. My stomach can't handle food till after 10:00 in the morning. Okay with fasted cardio, if need be I'll take a "shot" of orange juice after a cardio session. But lifting is a different animal. Might try it on a weekend to see how…
    in Who lifts at home in the morning? Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Thanks for the reply, honestly forgot I posted this. I rarely check this group since this group is inactive. But now considering running one of the full body programs so reading some of these posts.
    in Get this group and SC up and running! Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Welcome @5minty! Congrats on not giving up with lifting, the benefits are immeasurable. StrongLifts is geared towards men, so the starting bar weight recommended will be overwhelming for most women. Also keep in mind the larger the muscle the larger the weights, the smaller the muscle the smaller the weight. With that in…
    in New to 5X5 :-) Comment by giusa March 2016
  • This is the most helpful, insightful answer I've read, thank you.
    in Confusion about cardio and strength training Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Last time I lost weight, the same thing happened to me, a 5 lb whoosh in a month and a cup size smaller!!!! Thanks for starting this discussion @Sumiblue, I've been struggling on what route to take after my knee heals. Because of this, the nutrition side has been decided, now on to the program, definitely one of Strong…
    in "The girls" are gone Comment by giusa March 2016
  • This is me!!! Too much bone up top and lotza of fluff below. Wow, if anything hit home - it's this! So many people recommended recomp, couldn't understand why, have you ever seen my thighs lol. @Llamapants86 - thank you!
    in "The girls" are gone Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Sorry to hear that.... Well this is a dud, as little as I did yesterday my knee is telling me to stop! So no more for me until my knee heals, hopefully all of you will try to do something in my absence...
    in Office Challenge – March (Is anyone interested?) Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Here's a interesting article that might help answer your question - Why Are You Doing Situps? by Mark Rippetoe
    in core strengthening Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Thought this article, Why Are You Doing Situps? by Mark Rippetoe, was extremely interesting, and reminded me of what @usmcmp wrote about trying to remove water from a sponge (spot reducing).
    in So you want a nice stomach Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Welcome! I'm 52 and was injured horse riding, landed on my side (shoulder/neck/hip, lucky me!). Lifting has strengthen each area. Start at a low weight, use this time to PERFECT your form, and add weights to progress. Watch many videos to understand form, and always be mindful as you progress. If you're trying to protect…
    in Hi, I'm new! Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Not sure where to post this, but thought this was extremely interesting - Why Are You Doing Situps? by Mark Rippetoe
    in February - Leaping through those workouts! Comment by giusa March 2016
  • Name: All Pro Source: Beginner - http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=4195843 Intermediate to Advanced - http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=135025731&page=1 Main Goal: Build Muscle/Strength Workout Type: Compound Training Level: Beginner to Advanced Days Per Week: Depends on level Equipment: Barbell…
    in Lifting Programs Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Walked 1.8 miles at lunch and finished with the afternoon challenge complete! Standing Side Bend Stretch – 5x2 Jump Rope - None Push up - 3 toes Jump Rope - None Squat to Chair – 2x5 Jump Rope - None Standing Side Bend Stretch – 5x2
    in Office Challenge – March (Is anyone interested?) Comment by giusa February 2016
  • @LornaDrach got my morning challenge done! Injured my right knee so modified...started at lower rep for squats and one leg jump rope was not pretty, lol, had to stop those all together. Standing Side Bend Stretch – 5 x each side Jump Rope - 60 seconds Push up - 3 Jump Rope - only 50 seconds Squat to Chair – 10 Jump Rope -…
    in Office Challenge – March (Is anyone interested?) Comment by giusa February 2016
  • Monthly Measurements, Progress as of February 7 Scale Weight: - 1 BMI*: - .2 BF%*: 0 Neck**: 0 Shoulders**: - 1 Chest (under arm)**: 0 Arm (bent, no flex)**: - .25 Forearm**: + .25 Waist***: 0 Stomach**: - 1 Hips (just above glutes): + .25 Glutes** (widest point): + .25 Thigh** (widest point): 0 Calves** (widest point): +…
    in 2016 measurements Comment by giusa February 2016
  • @jamoore29, @philiesgrl22, @LornaDrach, @goofyrick24, @NavyCurls, @tmfix416 are you ready to start? Anyone and everyone is welcomed!
    in Office Challenge – March (Is anyone interested?) Comment by giusa February 2016
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