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Ok so I think we're both right in our own way haha. But I'm definitely gonna do the cardio on a separate session, thanks for the advice.

Maybe that's the point - I have more fat to lose but still want to build a lot of muscle. He just wants to build muscle. When I read advice from female bodybuilders, they normally point to some kind of intense cardio at least once a week.

Hi just thought I'd give you an update. Just coming up to 2 weeks following 50% carbs 30% protein and 20% fat (with 1 day off a week) and my body has completely changed already. I am lifting heavy too so maybe that's why but I am throughly enjoying myself

Mine is open - 1400 cals 50/30/20 for fat loss and building lean muscle. No processed food. You're welcome to view!

Someone just commented on my diary asking if I have really eaten 12 eggs and 8 bananas! Think the app is a bit dodgy today.

Ok thanks! [/quote] If you're doing dumbbell squats just hold them at your side. Or Google goblet squat and hold the dumbbell that way. I like goblet squats for people who are unsure of form. By holding the DB in front of your chest it helps force you to hold yourself upright and not lean down. When you say getting the bar…

I don't think there's many women in my gym that could help with that Melissa ! :p I think I'll practice at home with my other half!

Thank you so much - very helpful. On the dumbell squats - where would I position the dumbell?

Thank you everyone. I tend to steer clear of the machines and concentrate on various forms of squats and lunges with barbell and dumbells. I'm lifting 20kg barbell at the moment but want to do more - only problem is lifting it over my head if you get me? This is where I'm struggling. I want to do deadlift too but not had…

I quoted the wrong quote Alison - I meant I don't think I'm your neighbour! I love ostrich

I don't think so Alison ha - I'm Chadderton

Thank you - I'll work this out!

It's a bloody minefield

How much protein would you say for me?- I'm 152 pounds. I've read somewhere that you should aim for 1g of protein for each 1lb you weigh - not sure if I could manage that ha! I'm currently aiming for 1400 cals per day. So do you think I should replace some carbs for fat? That seems mad. Can you look at my diary?

I think I know what you mean Issak - I'm not bothered about what the scales say, it's more about lowering body fat % and gaining lean muscle. It seems to be working. I've been training full on for about 3 months. Scales have hardly moved but I do look very different.

Ah yes I remember. Thanks for the advice.

Hi Isaack not sure what you mean? I want to lose body fat but gain muscle (I am training)...? I'll open my diary up now

Oldham here :)

32 here and been lifting for 4 months but want to step it up now I have my confidence and have started seeing results. Please add me as I would love your ideas and support x

Thank you! I will be rowing and doing pull ups so that's good. Please can you remind me on a hammer curl?? On the dumbell curl, would you do both arms at the same time or alternate?

I got mine measured 4 week ago and I was 32%. Hoping to be around 23% in 6 weeks - my trainer said this is easily doable if I'm focused?!

Hey didn't even know you could do this! I'm trying to stick to a 50/30/20 diet in order to lose a few pounds but mainly build lean muscle. It's tough but the app is really helping me. Would love to share - how do I do that?? Vicki.

Hi, I am on Day 6 of my new routine that my trainer has set out and he has advised me to have 1 x 'refeed' per day where I double the normal calorie intake (which is 1200 cals per day spread over 4 meals all with protein). He said this will speed up my metabolism again so that my body does not get used to the low calorie…