Daisusaikoro

Paying attention to protein is important if lifting weights... not so much gorging ... that's more for weight lifting beasts that want to be NFL players or some such. I'm moving towards getting a protein supplement since I don't seem to be taking enough in my diet... but I'm trying to change that around.

I like the either answer. Because really, either works. I tend to, when I have time, do 60 min cardio, exercise a full body routine, and then another 60 min cardio. However, if I'm changing my weight routine and know it's going to require a little more energy, I'll do 10min light cardio to warm my body up, do weights, and…

There is a process called plateau-ing which is when your body adapts to the amount of weight you're using and it seems like it's a piece of cake. The process normally takes 4-8 weeks but I imagine could vary. Within that there are different ranges and some people build from 6-8 to 12-15. The heavier weights/lower reps =…

Again, just wanted to say thanks. I found this in article elsehwere: How to Calculate Your Protein Needs: 1. Weight in pounds divided by 2.2 = weight in kg 2. Weight in kg x 0.8-1.8 gm/kg = protein gm. Use a lower number if you are in good health and are sedentary (i.e., 0.8). Use a higher number (between 1 and 1.8) if you…

Thanks for this. I was really starting to wonder about the protein amounts in MFP... I think I'm going to have to do a bit more research especially since I'm weight training and having a hard time hitting my protein numbers as it is.

I am sorry you hate your thighs and buttocks. Some of the most attractive women, IMHO, are pear shaped. :o :\ :D!