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dullestknife

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  • perhaps a beginning strength training program such as 5x5 stronglifts? it's a 3 day a week weightlifting program where you only work out 3 days a week, so 5 sets of 5 reps on 3 exercises each session I found it motivating because you're seeing beginners gains and setting new personal records virtually every workout, to a…
  • to each their own, i think even cardio is more complex than you may think. Frankly, most people use improper form when doing ANY exercise, be it cardio or lifting. Every time i go to the gym I see people running and landing on their toes or heels, or riding a stationary bike with the pedal too close to their toe or heel.…
  • also, this is one of the best cardio workouts you'll ever get: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/par37.htm that's a very complex lift, so start with just the bar and slowly add weight, focusing on proper form . watch a ton of videos of proper form, and shoot video to share online for a form check. don't let your ego get the…
  • recovery and lifting heavy IS cardio work i do heavy squats and deadlifts for reps, which are extremely taxing. i don't have to do do cardio or ab work thanks to that. i couldn't run a mile without stopping before i started lifting, but now I can run a 5k easily having done zero standalone cardio training.
  • Water retention or lack thereof Hormones Digestion clothing muscle gains or loss Your weight can fluctuate every single day, so weight yourself at most once a week, the same time of day before you eat. Heck, go 2 weeks between weigh-ins if you can. Don't let the fluctuations frustrate you. If you stick to your plan, you…
  • 1/2 order of chicken fajitas, skip the tortilla charro beans instead of refried
  • exercise is the key. it makes you feel better in general. Aside from helping you reach any health related goals, it's a constructive way to spend your free time. now i will go spend an hour at the gym or go for a walk/run instead of kicking back with a pizza and tv. it's a positive mental distraction.
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